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Offline GameHauler

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Contender Holster
« on: February 16, 2008, 09:00:22 AM »
Looking for some input on a good hunting holster
for my scoped 16" Contender.
I have an Uncle Mikes that worked OK with the old scope
But I rescoped with a Burris 2.5X7 that sits back further
and I can not close the holster.
Thanks everyone.
Mike
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Re: Contender Holster
« Reply #1 on: February 16, 2008, 09:38:53 PM »
When Fox Ridge Outfitters was part of the T/C website you could get custom leather holsters but I am not sure now.  Might be able to contact T/C and ask them.
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Re: Contender Holster
« Reply #2 on: February 17, 2008, 03:27:46 AM »
There's a fellow that makes custom holsters for Encore's and Contender's that posts around here. I just lost the info. They looked pretty good, and he garantees them. You can get them in several camo patterns.

Anyone have the info for these holsters? I'd like to get one myself
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Re: Contender Holster
« Reply #3 on: February 17, 2008, 04:43:56 AM »
I have a very well made lined leather bandoleer holster made for long barreled Contender/Encore pistols.    Have never tried a 16 1/4" in it, but 14" barrels work fine.   With a 16" some of the barrel would be hanging out the bottom.   Can't remember who made it, but its similar to the MR BFR rigs made for long barreled revolvers (minus the thumb break release).    Will work with open sights or scope because the scope is not inside the holster.    The scope does need to be mounted high enough for the leather to slip between its objective bell and the barrel though (3/16" minimum, 1/4" is better).   You might watch the classifieds for both it and an unused UM camo bandoleer for 14"/15" TC's to be listed soon.

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Re: Contender Holster
« Reply #4 on: February 17, 2008, 03:16:48 PM »
Try Pistol Packaging, they custom make them, works great on my scoped RedHawk
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Re: Contender Holster
« Reply #5 on: February 18, 2008, 05:47:40 AM »
I don't know of any of the mass producers that make a holster for the super 16.  I carry mine with a sling.  Used to carry my 14 inch with an Uncle Mikes shoulder holster and it was awkward.  Went to a sling with that also.  Would like to have a holster that can be used when riding a horse, like a saddle scabbard.  Used the Uncle Mikes for that and it worked with modifications.  Some of the leather guys could make one to your liking (Pistol Packaging, etc).  My Uncle Mikes holster came with a flap that completely covered the gun and you could remove the flap (just snapped on) and install a strap (that came with it) if the scope was too long.  Don't know if yours has that feature or not, just a thought.
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Re: Contender Holster
« Reply #6 on: February 18, 2008, 07:26:18 AM »
quiethide holsters is the best holster. He makes them custom and cost is very reasonable.
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Re: Contender Holster
« Reply #7 on: February 18, 2008, 04:04:05 PM »
That's the one I was thinking of,

Quiet Hide

http://qh-holsters.com/

I have read some good feedback from posters about these holsters. I'm wanting one for my scoped 14" Contender for little piggies...
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Re: Contender Holster
« Reply #8 on: February 20, 2008, 07:17:15 AM »
Hi All,
I build to customer specs/needs/wants. Mine aren't as inexpensive as production holsters, but the aren't made in China (or wherever) either! But still a very good value, all aspects considered.
Just a few pics ;D
Striker RH front

back

16.5" Encore

ironsighted Contender 8" with heavier custom forend

rig for 500S&W

Well, that gives a little idea of what I have done, but far from all.

Dave
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Re: Contender Holster
« Reply #9 on: February 20, 2008, 08:03:28 AM »
Thanks Dave.
Its allot easier to see the quality of your product
with these pictures compared to your website.
As soon as I figure out what I am going to do
I will be ordering one.
Mike
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Re: Contender Holster
« Reply #10 on: February 21, 2008, 01:46:50 PM »
I just ordered one of the Bandito rigs with ammo holder for a Contender. Real nice folks here to deal with. $114.00 shipped
http://www.pistolpackaging.com/
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