Author Topic: Let's see your handgun hunting holster set up (Read 4339 times)

Cottonwood · « **on:** August 29, 2008, 02:20:32 AM »

Mine which I made, is pretty much like this BIANCHI Ranger HUSH system with the exception that I have added ammo loopes to my set up. This is very quiet and adds no weight to your hips which with a heavy handgun can be a problem towards the end of the day.

Bianchi Ranger HUSH System $75.99 plus shipping

This also can be worn over any jacket or coat etc.

This is my version of materials I had on hand.

1. #18 Sidekick holster fits S&W N frame or Taurus Raging Bull 6" to 6.5" handguns ($12.99)
2. Two 6 round Sidekick ammo loops sown to the webbed adjustable strap ($8.99 each)
3. Added a small webbed adjustable belly belt for securement around stomach. (Had on hand already)
4. Wide woven cotton belt available at any Fabric Store and buckle for about $6.99

oldyardog · « **Reply #1 on:** August 29, 2008, 03:54:02 AM »

Looks good. I would like to do something similar. How did you attach the holster to the belting?

Oldyardog

Cottonwood · « **Reply #2 on:** August 29, 2008, 04:18:02 AM »

Quote from: oldyardog on August 29, 2008, 03:54:02 AM

Looks good. I would like to do something similar. How did you attach the holster to the belting?

Oldyardog

The wide webbed belt was threaded thru the belt loop on the back of the holster, then turned so that is under the loop and sown so the angles don't straighten back out. The line I used because of it's strength is spiderwire for fishing with simply because it is the strongest line I had here at the house.

I simply looked at Bainchi's holster and said, I can do that and did.

pab1 · « **Reply #3 on:** August 30, 2008, 11:47:55 AM »

I just made this holster for my 6" Freedom Arms .454 Casull with 2X Burris and TSOB 3-ring mount. It can be worn strong side or crossdraw.

I made these a while back for my .45 Colt Blackhawk and Single-Six. They can both be worn strong side or crossdraw also.

Cottonwood · « **Reply #4 on:** August 30, 2008, 01:21:08 PM »

Pab1

You did a great job on those.

pab1 · « **Reply #5 on:** August 30, 2008, 01:36:44 PM »

Thanks Montanan, right back at you on your rig. That turned out great!

buck460XVR · « **Reply #6 on:** August 31, 2008, 06:48:13 AM »

WHAT......no duct tape?

Kudos to both of you guys.....wish I was that handy.

onesonek · « **Reply #7 on:** August 31, 2008, 12:16:15 PM »

My son demonstrating one of mine

similar in nylon

revolver rig (.500 S&W)

Dave

pab1 · « **Reply #8 on:** August 31, 2008, 05:52:05 PM »

Onesonek, you do some great work!

onesonek · « **Reply #9 on:** August 31, 2008, 07:35:45 PM »

Thankyou Pab1

Dave

Graybeard · « **Reply #10 on:** September 01, 2008, 12:28:48 AM »

Quote from: pab1 on August 31, 2008, 05:52:05 PM

Onesonek, you do some great work!

And Dave is an advertiser here at GBO and sells his holsters to GBO members.

Cottonwood · « **Reply #11 on:** September 01, 2008, 03:17:04 AM »

I actually did not know

I just might be interested if I scope my 629 6" a QH-UMG-004

Those look real nice..... very nice.

onesonek · « **Reply #12 on:** September 01, 2008, 04:10:54 AM »

Thanks again, Bill and Montanan!

Montanan,(or anybody for that matter) if you wish you can click on my signature link to find out more on the why's and whatfor's. And please feel free to call if you have any ?'s or just want to discuss the possibilities.

Dave

onesonek · « **Reply #13 on:** September 01, 2008, 04:15:24 AM »

Also, I should have mentioned and didn't, please forgive me Pab1. You do some nice work also!!!!!!

Dave

Cottonwood · « **Reply #14 on:** September 07, 2008, 03:06:15 AM »

Yesterday I carried all day with my new set up while out filming while my brother inlaw as bowhunting, and I can tell you that it was so much easier than belt carry.

reallybigfoot · « **Reply #15 on:** September 08, 2008, 01:41:57 PM »

I don't like the way a shoulder holster feels. This paint ball holster works better for me. It does move when I walk but I'm hunting then and I have my hand resting on the gunbutt which keeps it still.

Jerry

Cottonwood · « **Reply #16 on:** September 09, 2008, 12:05:24 AM »

Jerry you have to do what works well for you. Now does that muzzle break on that S&W rub against your leg when you walk? I saw a chest holster sold here locally where I live that is more centered on the chest, that would make drawing very difficult for the user. But you have a holo sight on your S&W, and with those large X frames holsters are not cheap as I was pricing them for maybe getting either the .460 Magnum or the .500 Magnum in the future.

I just had to think of all my posible situations of handgun hunting, from sitting at the base of a tree to possibly even using a tree stand etc.

I did change a few things on mine as I removed the ammo loops and buckel on the web strap that crosses my shoulder. The ammo loops see to pull the strap away from my body causing some noise when my 629 was being pulled from the holster and in some way hampered getting a good clean grip as well. So I moved one ammo strip onto the belly adjustment strap which seems to work better. I can add the other ammo strip to the same adjustment belt if need be as well.

The key to these types of holsters is comfort for the user.

hoggunner · « **Reply #17 on:** September 09, 2008, 12:38:38 AM »

I used the over the shoulder style cross draw holster ( much like the one that the montanan shows, no offense here it just didn't work for me)for a year and thought it was a p.i.t.s. every time I wanted to take off my jacket after it warmed up off came the holster. put the jacket back on take off the holster. then I transformed it to a belt holster, funny how the cowbows who carried all the time used this style of holster. the only problem is in Wisconsin I have to be carefull my jacket don't hang over the revolver or they will ticket me for a concealed weapon. we need a new Governor, he vetoed the concealed carry twice now. I like this system for my big 8 in raging bull with a holo site, easy draw, fast draw, and comfortable to walk with hand on grip.

Cottonwood · « **Reply #18 on:** September 09, 2008, 12:45:40 AM »

Quote from: hoggunner on September 09, 2008, 12:38:38 AM

I used the over the shoulder concho stye holster for a year and thought it was a p.i.t.s. every time I wanted to take off my jacket after it warmed up off came the holster. put the jacket back on take of the holster. then I transformed it to a belt holster, funny how the cowbows who carried all the time used this style of holster. the only problem is in wisconsin I have to be carefull my jacket dont hang over the revolver or they will ticket me for a concealed weapon. we need a new govener, he vetoed the concealed carry twice now. I like this sysem for my big 8 in raging bull with a holo site, easy draw, fast draw, and comfortable to walk with hand on grip.

Hoggunner, yep you got to CYA there because of that... it is just plain dumb to not allow conceal out in the woods. Here, it don't matter if your out away from any city or town, you can carry concealed.

nickE10mm · « **Reply #19 on:** September 11, 2008, 05:24:37 AM »

I've gotta be honest, this is really just one of the ways I carry during hog or deer season. This is more like my hog carry method in the spring and fall during warmer temps.

During the winter and deer season, I just use an Uncle Mike's nylon vertical shoulder holster (that fits up to 6.5" revolver) for my Razorback.

jcn59 · « **Reply #20 on:** September 11, 2008, 07:00:31 AM »

I attach holster to a regular cartridge belt and sling it over my left or right shoulder depending on if I'm carrying a bow with my left hand or a shotgun with my right hand.

RANGER RICK · « **Reply #21 on:** January 14, 2009, 02:30:43 PM »

This rig was made by Levergun Leatherworks for my 500 S&W with a 10.5 barrel.
Very nice and fits great.

RR

Cottonwood · « **Reply #22 on:** January 15, 2009, 12:23:17 AM »

Ranger Rick that is very nice looking set up. Levergun Works does do some nice work indeed.

I have Dave making one of his Quiet Hyde Holsters for me, as he just got my handgun trace in the mail. I had my brother in law D&T my 629 for using my red dot should I decide to play around at the bench with it. But the other night I just couldn't get used to that red dot moving around. I have never been a handgun scope guy before so iron sights have always been clean.

My 629 seconds as a trail and CCW handgun so the red dot would not be an option during those times. But if it were dedicated to just hunting with......

Anyway, sorry I got carried away here since we're showing off holsters. These all look great!

Lloyd Smale · « **Reply #23 on:** January 15, 2009, 01:52:31 AM »

one of my 500s in its home

Cottonwood · « **Reply #24 on:** January 15, 2009, 03:20:52 AM »

Quote from: Lloyd Smale on January 15, 2009, 01:52:31 AM

one of my 500s in its home

Lloyd is that a 500 Bowen Classic?

snuffysmith · « **Reply #25 on:** January 15, 2009, 02:42:05 PM »

Here's mine,
It works great with a pack, i wear it cross draw under the packbelt.
I made the holster and the grips(first try on the grips) i just couldn't stand the big old uuuugly rubber grips that came on it. thanks for looking,snuffysmith.

pab1 · « **Reply #26 on:** January 24, 2009, 08:49:05 PM »

Thats some nice work Snuffy! Here is another holster I made a while back for my BFR in .454 Casull (wearing SBH grip panels). It can be worn strong side or crossdraw.