[SargeMO]

If it's just about hiding a big gun, I've got a We the People carbon fiber IWB I picked up used at a flea market. I've heat gun molded into two different pistols, an XDM 4.5 and a Sig P226. I have carried both for day trips and places where you want a substantial sidearm. It handled both with surprising comfort you practically forget your wearing them. This one is working fine but you can bet I will be ordering from them in the future. And just so you know I probably carried a 1911 on and off duty, more years than most people here. This was in the days when a summer special or Safariland 27 was about the best you could do.

 

[lightstar_actual]

My old Bianchi 19L duty still works fine. Bianchi still makes them.

 

[Trencher1]

Milt Sparks is my go to for the 1911 but I also like TT Gunleather. TT makes good stuff.

Gun Holsters

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Dealers have inventory often. Forums dedicated to the 1911 have used ones often.

Milt Sparks Holsters — KGB Customs

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[rayzer007]

I really like the Don Hume 721H. It was only about $60. The leather is nice quality, and thin - very comfy! Hold tight to the hip! Superb product!

 

[AllCharliesAlex]

All great selections. Anyone ever consider small of back with a more extreme cant? Seems like a 5” 1911 would disappear.

 

[AllCharliesAlex]

Dealers have inventory often. Forums dedicated to the 1911 have used ones often.

Milt Sparks Holsters — KGB Customs

Current Inventory of Milt Sparks Holsters, Inc Items at KGB Customs LLC

www.kgbcustom.com

Milt Sparks Leather Holsters For Sale - Top Gun Supply

Buy Milt Sparks holsters from Top Gun Supply, a gun dealer providing the most reliable Versa Max 2 holsters for sale. Shop our holsters today. Only the best!

www.topgunsupply.com

https://www.monkeyedge.com/gear-supplies/holsters-and-accessories

MILT SPARKS HOLSTERS SEMI-AUTO SUMMER SPECIAL 2

Check out MILT SPARKS HOLSTERS SEMI-AUTO SUMMER SPECIAL 2 available Online at Brownells Today and many more Holsters products are available in our Gear Department.

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Exactly what I was looking for, figured someone had them. Thank you!

 

[MarkCO]

Milt Sparks or Kramer. I prefer Horsehide.

Mark Waldon made great holsters. Pretty rare to find one used.

 

[Faulkner]

I've been buying my holsters from Nixon Gun Leather (has a FB page). He has custom made a half dozen holsters for me for no more cost than the quality mass produced name brands. He's made a couple of sharkskin overlay holsters for me and I recently saw this snapping turtle rig he made.

 

[AllCharliesAlex]

I've been buying my holsters from Nixon Gun Leather (has a FB page). He has custom made a half dozen holsters for me for no more cost than the quality mass produced name brands. He's made a couple of sharkskin overlay holsters for me and I recently saw this snapping turtle rig he made.

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Wow, that’s an excellent tip. That’s an incredible looking rig.

 

[ScotchWhisky]

All great selections. Anyone ever consider small of back with a more extreme cant? Seems like a 5” 1911 would disappear.

I have worked with spinal cord injury patients for 28 years. May I offer some free advice?
Don't place a hunk of steel on your vertebrae.

 

[tomrkba]

My other question with Milt Sparks is how the heck do you buy it? He’s got a 40 week wait on holsters right now.

You order one or two a month until you have one for every handgun you own.

 

[NicholsT55]

Tried a bunch.
I believe the MS holster over $200 is still a better value than any $100 holster out there.
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I agree; my 1911 rides in a MS Summer Special II.

 

[NicholsT55]

My other question with Milt Sparks is how the heck do you buy it? He’s got a 40 week wait on holsters right now.

Several places stock common Milt Sparks holsters. Brownells is one; Karl G. Benning is another. KGB recently received a big shipment, too.

 

[jstephens202]

LAS Shogun Iwb mostly.

 

[Faulkner]

All great selections. Anyone ever consider small of back with a more extreme cant? Seems like a 5” 1911 would disappear.

SOBs are bad ju-ju. They look cool on TV but they are not comfortable unless you are standing up all the time, and they are very dangerous should you fall.

 

[AllCharliesAlex]

SOBs are bad ju-ju. They look cool on TV but they are not comfortable unless you are standing up all the time, and they are very dangerous should you fall.

Alright, scratch all of that then! I wasn’t even thinking it was cool I just thought in concept hey that’s where my shirts make the most space, never tried it. All valid points, was more curious than anything.

 

[bloodythumb]

These 3 cover it all for me and have for years. They look bad but still function perfectly. The snao on is an old Alessi made for me by Lou himself when he was still with us.

The IWB is from Matt DelFatti

The shoulder rig is just an old Galco model from the late 80’s. Perfect when sitting in a car most of the day.

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[Distant Thunder]

Hey all! I’m curious what everyone is using holster wise if they decide to carry their full size 1911? I’m familiar with the top custom makers, Milt Sparks, Southern Trapper, etc. I’m more curious about the EDC beater range, say around $100-150. Preference toward leather or lined leather to preserve finish a bit, I know where to go for a Kydex competition holster.

I like Galco and DeSantis, just can’t quite tell the difference between say the Galco Combat Master and the Concealment OWB. Also, what’s the consensus on thumb snap styles with the 1911 and extended safeties.

You may want to check out the President model in Mitch Rosen's Express line (mitchrosen.com). It is available in three color choices both unlined for $105 as well as lined for $145. I've used Mitch's products for years and have been very happy with his work.

 

[darkenfast]

I have the 1791 BH1 holster that I got in a store, and consider it an excellent value for money. It was followed by orders for an SCH (Smooth Concealment Holster), a Single Mag Pouch, and some of their plain belts. If you only have one holster for a 1911, I think the BH1 is an excellent all-rounder. Shipping was free and quick.

 

[TexAg67]

I really like my FOBUS holsters. Cheap, very functional and looks great with my Browning.