Author Topic: Speaking of holsters... (Read 3356 times)

AtlLaw · « **on:** December 17, 2009, 04:08:23 PM »

In the "Why oh Why" thread got me thinking. I have been carrying my 3" SAA in a Bucheimer Federal Man Thumb brake holster for a looooooong time. Not really a "period" holster, but I like it for general use. It rides well, holds the revolver securely, stuff like that.

I decided I'd like one like it for my 5 1/2 inch SAA but Bucheimer went out of business many years ago. Anybody know of something comperable? $:-\$

I'll get a picture soon's my batteries charge.

2 dogs · « **Reply #1 on:** December 18, 2009, 04:31:20 AM »

Mike Barranti likes to replicate period holsters. Might not be cheap but it will be the best you can get...

http://barrantileather.com/

AtlLaw · « **Reply #2 on:** December 18, 2009, 06:23:58 AM »

Thanks 2D. I spent some time looking at his site yesterday. What I want is a thumb break for a 5.5 SAA which is kinda unusual. I don't know if the Bucheimer holster I have was designed for a SAA but it fits perfectly.

Oh, and "might not be cheap" is some kinda understatement!

John R. · « **Reply #3 on:** December 18, 2009, 07:01:01 AM »

Mernicle Custom has a nice pancake rig for single actions. They don't show it with a thumb snap, but I bet he would put one on there for you.

Brett · « **Reply #4 on:** December 18, 2009, 03:31:34 PM »

What about a leather hammer thong on a traditional western rig? A little slower than a thumb break but just as secure and fitting for a SAA.

44 Man · « **Reply #5 on:** December 18, 2009, 05:31:13 PM »

El Paso Saddlery makes a pancake with a thumb break for single actions. Called a tortilla, it's only $66 (unless you choose full carving). Outside of Chip's home made, I rate the El Paso holsters as the best out there. 44 Man.

AtlLaw · « **Reply #6 on:** December 19, 2009, 06:00:48 AM »

I don't want a pancake, or a conceiled carry holster...

I don't want a traditional holster or a hammer thong...

I WANT A HOLSTER LIKE THE ONE I HAVE!!

And if I can't find one I'm gonna kick and scream!

I'll check out El Paso, but now that you mention it I could send the old one to Chip and I'll bet he would duplicate it!

After all, it's going on his belt!

Here's the pics.

Brett · « **Reply #7 on:** December 19, 2009, 06:15:22 AM »

Quote from: AtlLaw on December 19, 2009, 06:00:48 AM

I don't want a pancake, or a conceiled carry holster... I don't want a traditional holster or a hammer thong... I WANT A HOLSTER LIKE THE ONE I HAVE!! And if I can't find one I'm gonna kick and scream!

I'll check out El Paso, but now that you mention it I could send the old one to Chip and I'll bet he would duplicate it! After all, it's going on his belt!

Here's the pics.

Well just be that way.

p.s.; nice looking holster.

AtlLaw · « **Reply #8 on:** December 19, 2009, 08:20:53 AM »

Quote from: Brett on December 19, 2009, 06:15:22 AM

p.s.; nice looking holster.

That thing is real old! Seems to me I was carrying that bobbed barrel SAA in it back in the late 70's... Cross draw under my coat with factory ammo (5 rounds). I'm afraid it's history is long forgotten. $:-\$

spruce · « **Reply #9 on:** December 19, 2009, 12:37:58 PM »

How about a Triple K Lightning?

Cheaper Than Dirt has one for $44.97, their stock number is ZAP-443 (first holster on the second page of the Triple K holsters).

I'd put the link in for you if I had any computer savvy, but I don't so I won't!

Frank V · « **Reply #10 on:** December 19, 2009, 03:03:41 PM »

www.simplyrugged.com makes a great holster pancake style & he will put straps on it that he calls inside out straps. They allow the same holster to be used as an IWB holster.
Frank

bluecow · « **Reply #11 on:** December 20, 2009, 01:06:57 AM »

treestumpleather.com his site shows mostly knife sheaths and cowboy stuff but he will make what you want. nice work to.

Brett · « **Reply #12 on:** December 20, 2009, 02:39:51 AM »

I prefer old gun leather. The scars and discoloration gives them charter.

Frank V · « **Reply #13 on:** December 25, 2009, 01:17:23 PM »

For authentic old west style holsters & belts try www.oldwestreproductions.com Rick's leather looks like it came out of the 1880s. His quality is as good as anyone's. I have a couple of his holsters & they get a lot of use.

Frank

doc-and · « **Reply #14 on:** December 27, 2009, 12:04:45 AM »

Look at the Bianchi #5 it's close to what you have and it's a thumb Break design

http://www.bianchi-intl.com/product/Prod.php?TxtModelID=5BHL

docand

Two401Pm · « **Reply #15 on:** January 02, 2010, 11:57:41 AM »

you could also check out the kirkpatrick line also. I have a couple of his western rigs and the quality of the stiching and weight of the leather is second to none.. my humble opinion..

Dalton Masterson · « **Reply #16 on:** January 05, 2010, 11:46:46 AM »

I happen to know a leatherworkin holster man (me) that will play with this design and see what I can come up with. I have an old Bucheimer auto holster, and I agree with you. They made some nice designs.

Is there a way you can get a pic of the back of the holster, without the belt?
Thanks, DM

AtlLaw · « **Reply #17 on:** January 05, 2010, 03:24:28 PM »

Sure. I already took some!

I was gonna send them to the fella who made my belt but I can send them to you to! Tomorrow, I'm going to bed...

let me look real quick and see if I already uploaded them... nope... $:-\$

Mtn Jack · « **Reply #18 on:** January 27, 2010, 05:46:53 PM »

Ruger has thumb breaks in there catolog, i have one for my sbh and single six not much different than what you have there. Of course you will have to beat them up yourself. Good luck . Mtn Jack

AtlLaw · « **Reply #19 on:** January 28, 2010, 02:45:33 PM »

Thanks Jack!

I checked them out and they look pretty good. I also noticed they were made by Triple K so I went to that web site. Again!

I don't know how I missed them the first time. They have a holster that looks like just what I want.

Cheap to!

Thanks again!

AtlLaw · « **Reply #20 on:** February 05, 2010, 05:26:04 AM »

My Triple K holster arrived yesterday and my 5.5 inch Uberti SAA fits it fine. The leather used isn't up to the weight of the Bucheimer, I'd say only about ²/₃'s as heavy. The belt loop is a tight 2 inches and has a butt foward cant to it which I've always liked but limits the holster's use to strong side only. I can wear my Bucheimer strong side or cross draw.

It was also oily as the devil.

But I'll clean it all off when I soak it down to really form fit my revolver.

Guess I won't be happy until I get Chip to duplicate my Bucheimer for me... $:-\$

texagun · « **Reply #21 on:** February 05, 2010, 08:13:30 AM »

I have a Triple K gun belt with .45LC belt loops I bought at Cabela's for around $40. I like it. The quality is very nice.
And you can't go wrong with El Paso Saddlery holsters. This is their Model 1890. The design has been in their inventory for 120 years.

rWt · « **Reply #22 on:** February 07, 2010, 02:35:16 PM »

http://www.vintagegunleather.com/shoppe/

Mtn Jack · « **Reply #23 on:** February 12, 2010, 11:30:37 AM »

Atllaw did you get it from ruger or triple k? I ordered from ruger at 33.00 dollors i liked the ruger emblem, mine are sorta lite but have held up to daily use mostly the single six. Glad you found something. Be safe Mtn Jack

AtlLaw · « **Reply #24 on:** February 12, 2010, 02:41:52 PM »

Got it from Midway, I didn't want the Ruger emblems!

I'm sure the leather is heavy enough to stand up to the use I'll be putting it through. And, for the price, it's maybe a little better then I expected. So I'm happy.