Author Topic: Favorite SA holster (Read 2034 times)

EricG · « **on:** February 10, 2004, 07:07:29 PM »

Anchorage just got a new Sportsmans Warehouse store. I did my part to make their new store a success. A nice shiney new stainless Blackhawk .45 with 45/8" barrel followed me home when I left. I'm cleaning and breaking it in as we speak, giving it a poor mans trigger job. Expecting to send the cylinder off to cylindersmith for a little reaming so the 330gr lead will fly straight. Then some pachmayr presentation grips (I know some of you hate rubber on your guns but I've had 'em for 20 years on my SBH.) Got the 330gr slugs, a bag of new brass and H110, Unique and 2400 leftover from the .44

My question ... what is your favorite holster for a gun this size? It is a trail gun for hiking, fishing, berrying, snowmachining, 4wheeling etc.. here in Alaska. So if I'm in the woods it's with me. I'm thinking cross draw may be the way to go but not sure. This is replacing my old .44 71/2" SBH that had a big old flap holster. Looking for something much more handy, hopefully without breaking the bank. Suggestions?

Thanks.

Eric

CzaRon · « **Reply #1 on:** February 11, 2004, 02:34:07 AM »

My favorite design is the Tom Threepersons with a saftey strap.Many leathersmiths offer them at prices much lower than the now popular "Cowboy" designs. In case you don't know Tom Threepersons was an honest to god gunfighter and his basic design was the basis for Bill Jordan's creation for his duties in the Border Patrol.

44 Man · « **Reply #2 on:** February 11, 2004, 02:51:43 AM »

El Paso Saddlery's Threepersons. It is the most pratical holster I have found for a single action. Sit right on your belt, keeps the gun available but not in the way. El Paso's is excellent quality, lined, and only $58. Tough to beat that! I haven't tried one yet, but Big Ed's (San Pedro Saddlery) "Big Ed" holster looks to offer the simular features and he is one of our own. Ed also has them on sale for the next three days. 44 Man

HogSniper2 · « **Reply #3 on:** February 11, 2004, 10:35:58 AM »

My Blackhawk fits nicely into a Galco, www.usgalco.com. Others (not as expensive, but nice) include, Hunter, www.huntercompany.com, or Triple K, www.triplek.com.

Blackhawk44 · « **Reply #4 on:** February 11, 2004, 01:05:19 PM »

Since the original Roy Baker Pancakes are unavailable, I'd contact Thad Rybka about some of his great crossdraw field holsters. Getting on and off 4wheelers and snowmobiles, and in and out of trucks and planes, I'm very sure that you will find that a strong side holster will be a royal pain unless you can find a very strong rig that would carry the cyclinder almost totally above the belt. Walking or horseback, strong side is fine. With almost any modern conveyance, they are almost always in the way or being pushed up by a seat.

ButlerFord45 · « **Reply #5 on:** February 11, 2004, 01:45:09 PM »

Don't discount some of the cowboy styles out of hand, for example theMexican double loop. It carries the gun deep in the holster, providing almost as much protection as a flap style holster but with much greater access to the gun. The holster rides fairly high on the hip, with out being one of the high-rise-butt-in-the-ribs type. They are a simple, practical design. I'm going to push one of our sponsors, San Pedro Saddlery, I have some of Big Ed's work, it's worth the few dollars more you MAY have to pay, and how many other holsters have a lifetime guarantee?

John A · « **Reply #6 on:** February 12, 2004, 01:12:34 AM »

I'll second that on the El Paso Three Persons! I have them for several of my Ruger Flat tops and Colt New Frontiers and think they ride on the hip about perfect. Another you might look at is Lawrence Leather's #120 Keith holster, I really like this design also.

John Anderson
www.rockislandballistics.com

CzaRon · « **Reply #7 on:** February 12, 2004, 08:11:29 AM »

Just to clarify myself a bit , if it matters. When I'm going to be carring my Vaquero it'll be in my 70's vintage Don Hume version of the Threepersons design,but if I'm going to be having fun with it , it will be in the" Texas Jockstrap" holster and belt rig that I designed and am making myself.Forgot about the pancake and on reconsidering, it would be my first choice if extra security on my belt was my main concern. And if I remember correctly Tom Threepersons was also a real cowboy too.

marlinman93 · « **Reply #8 on:** February 12, 2004, 06:15:21 PM »

I always like a crossdraw myself, because when you're traveling or doing any activity, it's easier to keep track of the gun if it's more up front.
I have a custom built crossdraw, that I had built for my S&W New Model #3 years ago. It has a typical loop that secures the gun by hooking over the hammer.
Whatever you decide, be sure the holster has a very good means to secure the gun, if you decide to wear it while traveling on any motorized vehicle.

S.S. · « **Reply #9 on:** February 13, 2004, 10:02:42 AM »

I made my own!
I thought I could do it and got all the stuff
from a local Arts & craft Supplier.
It turned out pretty nice!

I'll Never do it again!
And I don't Recomend it to anyone else !
Leather is a pain in the butt to work & stitch
by Hand !

Coastey · « **Reply #10 on:** February 16, 2004, 11:26:47 AM »

I like the Bianchi No. 1 Lawman. They're a lot like the Threepersons, but you can usually find them on e-Bay at a much lower price than the El Paso Threepersons.

Blackhawk44 · « **Reply #11 on:** February 16, 2004, 12:38:50 PM »

Check Cabela's catalogue. Oklahoma Leather California Slim highride, deep pocket crossdraw for $21.99. Looks like it may fit your needs. While I've worn a Tom Threepersons holster for almost 40 years (SD Myres, El Paso Saddlery, old Alamo Leather), I think for the use you describe, I still think some type of crossdraw should be in your thoughts.

daddywpb · « **Reply #12 on:** February 20, 2004, 11:54:28 PM »

I can recommend the San Pedro Saddlery Tom Threepersons. Mine is a crossdraw for my Bisley. As soon as I can, I'm going to order the same holster for my Ruger Bearcat.

ButlerFord45 · « **Reply #13 on:** February 21, 2004, 03:25:20 PM »

I really don't think you'd be happy with the Oklahoma Leather. The quality is just not there. Yes, I do have Ok. leather holsters.

Jerry Lester · « **Reply #14 on:** February 22, 2004, 04:31:48 AM »

I use a Bandolier style holster for my hunting. I looked at some that are offered but the prices were a little more than I could swing(cut into my bullet money! LOL). I took an Uncle Mikes holster, and strap off my daughters boom box to a lady that does upolstery work. She made me a nice bandolier shoulder holster that handles my Blackhawk perfectly.

Robert357 · « **Reply #15 on:** February 23, 2004, 09:25:57 AM »

For my Ruger Blackhawks, I like Hunter Leather Holsters (1100 Series). I also like to sew the bottom shut just to keep the dirt out. They fit very well and show off the revoler nicely. Hunter makes a lot of different styles and the quality if very nice.

http://www.huntercompany.com/hunter.html

For my double action 357 Mag Tarus Revolver, I had a local horse Tack shop custom make me a full flap leather hoster with a twist closure device. That full flap provides full rain protection when I go out in the deep woods here in the rainy PNW.

HHI 812 · « **Reply #16 on:** March 10, 2004, 09:10:58 PM »

My favorite holster is a Thad Rybka high ride cross draw(I think the 81). I have a little parts gun stainless 3 3/4" alloy bisley gripped flat top. Might have to meet up at Rabbit Creek range and share loads!

RB Rooson · « **Reply #17 on:** March 13, 2004, 04:55:13 AM »

My favourite holsters are: "JW Hooks" strong-side made in Texas and a Rick Bachmann cross-draw Cheyenne design made in Montana. Both have excellent stitching and stiff leather.

I shoot Duelist about 25 - 30 matches yearly and the holsters are holding up very well.

inluvwithsara · « **Reply #18 on:** March 15, 2004, 09:11:12 AM »

http://www.mernickleholsters.com/ps/bwcc_saa.html

See the review of it at

http://www.gunblast.com/Mernickle.htm

Deaf Smith · « **Reply #19 on:** April 03, 2004, 02:50:29 PM »

"The Ruger Practical Holster" They are a nice full flap design with a twist closure so as to be released quietly. Not always easy to find but the best qualituy when you do. I have also had a custom leathersmith make me a copy for my 5.5 inch guns as I hav'nt been able to locate a Ruger holster for them. These holsters were origionally made by bianchi for Ruger and are of the finest quality. I love them and buy them when and where ever I find them. They are great working rigs and my favorite holster for a Ruger SAA.