IWB straps

[dbusarow]

Here are a couple more holsters I just shipped out. Those with a good eye will see that this old guy uses the same basic pattern for IWB and OWB. Keeps things simple for me, and I like simple!

1. IWB, oiled tan finish

2. matching mag pouch for IWB

3. OWB, brown.

Really nice Lobo. Have you found that your new OWB design works as well as a traditional pancake with respect to automatically tensioning the gun? I can see where eliminating the little bit of leather on the inside of the belt would make it even more comfortable. Guess I'll have to make one and try it out myself

Thanks,

Dan

[Lobo]

Dan:

I have made pancake style holsters for 37 years. Some remain in service today that are 30 years old. So there is nothing wrong with the basic pancake that I know of.

That said, I find the snap-loop belt attachment more comfortable to wear. There is no little lump fore and aft of the holster to wear into my tired old hip. And it is certainly easier to put on and take off.

I make IWB holsters for those that demand them. Personally, I can't wear one for any length of time, and I don't understand how anyone would want all that bulk crammed in between their body and their waistline. But they do, so I take their money and produce the product. The fact of the matter is that at least 1/3 of my customers order a second holster, and many order several more. Maybe my primary mission in life if helping people learn what works and what doesn't? So be it.

Next challenge (and one that I am actively working on right now): a truly comfortable shoulder holster. One that doesn't shift constantly, every time you get into a car and out of a car, every time you bend over. One that doesn't have to be cinched up so tight to prevent movement of the harness that it restricts upper body movement. I'm almost there, and I will post some results when I have a product ready for the market.

Also in the process of adding matching belts to my product line. Lots of folks want a matching set of holster, belt, mag pouch, etc. I have a nice heavy-duty holster belt design coming on line next week.

Thanks for your comments.

Best wishes.

[dbusarow]

Dan:

I have made pancake style holsters for 37 years. Some remain in service today that are 30 years old. So there is nothing wrong with the basic pancake that I know of.

That said, I find the snap-loop belt attachment more comfortable to wear. There is no little lump fore and aft of the holster to wear into my tired old hip. And it is certainly easier to put on and take off.

Lobo,

I figured that these belt loops would make it more comfortable. I wear a pancake almost every day and the only thing I'd like to change is that little lump digging into my hip bone at the end of the day.

I make IWB holsters for those that demand them. Personally, I can't wear one for any length of time, and I don't understand how anyone would want all that bulk crammed in between their body and their waistline. But they do, so I take their money and produce the product. The fact of the matter is that at least 1/3 of my customers order a second holster, and many order several more. Maybe my primary mission in life if helping people learn what works and what doesn't? So be it.

I wear IWB at 1 oclock for church and other occasions where I'll be in company and won't be wearing a jacket; a sweater or western style vest covers just fine. Works well and it's not too uncomfortable. But you won't find me riding a horse with an IWB holster on

Next challenge (and one that I am actively working on right now): a truly comfortable shoulder holster. One that doesn't shift constantly, every time you get into a car and out of a car, every time you bend over. One that doesn't have to be cinched up so tight to prevent movement of the harness that it restricts upper body movement. I'm almost there, and I will post some results when I have a product ready for the market.

Oh man, that's got to be like a holy grail. Good luck on that one, looking forward to seeing it.

Dan