Best shops for holsters and mag holders? IDPA/SASS

cattabliss

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Hi folks.

I'm wondering what your recommendations are for stores that sell IDPA and SASS holsters/holders in Canada.

Specifically, for the following: Gp100 4.2 inch, Sig p239 w/threaded barrel, 7.5 inch pietta 1873, 6.5inch Blackhawk.

I'm looking for something cheap and functional (and within the rules!) to get me started.

Would something like this work for the p239?

Is leather acceptable for IDPA? Or does that fall under soft holster?

Sorry for newbie questions.
 
cattabliss: Good advice so far, for IDPA use. Blade Tech may also have something that works for you.

Cowboy rigs must be leather, and period correct. They can be steel or kydex lined, though. I generally recommend that new SASS shooters buy the best gun leather they can afford. Most of the best leather makers are located in the U.S. But, shipping is generally not a problem. Far fewer in Canada, but can be found.

You can start your search for relatively inexpensive, yet good leather, on the Marstar site shown above. One of this forum's sponsors. Once you've gained a bit of experience, you will be able to decide what works best for you. Then maybe...fork out the cash for the really good stuff.

It bears mentioning that cowboy gun belts are measured differently from ordinary belts. They are designed to ride fairly low...just on the top of the hips, rather than around the waist, like a regular pants or duty belt.

So, add 4 to 5 " to your normal waist measurement, for a proper fit...ie: 36" waist....40-41" gun belt. There will still be adjustment in the belt, but this ensures a reasonably good, snug fit.

Some latitude is allowed for holsters. Closed versus open bottom, for example. But, you should try to match your holsters to barrel length, as closely as possible.
In your case, any holster suitable for a 7" barreled gun, should work well. For the best fit, holsters are often fitted to specific guns...ie: Vaquero, Colt, etc. This is to ensure the best fit and smoothest draw/return, under competitive conditions. This attention to detail is found among most of the top gun leather makers.
For now, purchase what your budget and needs allow. Then go from there.


Al
 
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RePete said:
leather is acceptable for IDPA but will be slower on the draw than Kydex or molded plastics.

The on e from Amazon is good for the SIG.
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Thank you! There seems to be more leather holsters available out there but I wasn't sure if it was acceptable for the rules. Great to know. I will probably look for another kydex/plastic one for the gp100 and buy the Amazon one for my sig.
 
Alex McKr said:
cattabliss: Good advice so far, for IDPA use. Blade Tech may also have something that works for you.

Cowboy rigs must be leather, and period correct. They can be steel or kydex lined, though. I generally recommend that new SASS shooters buy the best gun leather they can afford. Most of the best leather makers are located in the U.S. But, shipping is generally not a problem. Far fewer in Canada, but can be found.

You can start your search for relatively inexpensive, yet good leather, on the Marstar site shown above. One of this forum's sponsors. Once you've gained a bit of experience, you will be able to decide what works best for you. Then maybe...fork out the cash for the really good stuff.

It bears mentioning that cowboy gun belts are measured differently from ordinary belts. They are designed to ride fairly low...just on the top of the hips, rather than around the waist, like a regular pants or duty belt.

So, add 4 to 5 " to your normal waist measurement, for a proper fit...ie: 36" waist....40-41" gun belt. There will still be adjustment in the belt, but this ensures a reasonably good, snug fit.

Some latitude is allowed for holsters. Closed versus open bottom, for example. But, you should try to match your holsters to barrel length, as closely as possible.
In your case, any holster suitable for a 7" barreled gun, should work well. For the best fit, holsters are often fitted to specific guns...ie: Vaquero, Colt, etc. This is to ensure the best fit and smoothest draw/return, under competitive conditions. This attention to detail is found among most of the top gun leather makers.
For now, purchase what your budget and needs allow. Then go from there.


Al
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Thanks Al! I will check out Marstar. They do say "buy once, cry once" but I don't know enough about what I like yet that I think it'll be wise to get a cheap one now, so I'll *really* know what is perfect for me when I spend more dollars on holsters in the future.
 
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