Drop Leg Holster

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I apologize if this is a dumb question, but does IPSC allow the use of 'drop leg' holsters?

I've got a paddle style holster for my Glock 17 but I find the draw awkward, something to do with my proportions - high hips, long arms - but having had a chance to use a friend's drop leg holster with his 92FS, it felt much more 'natural'.

Also... I just called the Halifax Army Navy Store looking for such a holster, and they said they dont carry it as most gun clubs prohibit the use of such holsters - something about it being able to move (with your leg, I presume) as opposed to remaining stationary on your hip.

Thoughts?
 
You know, I have taken the DOH part completely off the BladeTech holster that I own. I shoot a little bit of IDPA as well, and having 2 different Draw strokes was getting .....tiresome.

I like the BladeTech Holster, but I just don't see the utility in the DOH part.....it may....MAY...afford a .10 second advantage....not something the average shooter is going to realize.....and not something that a GM is going to worry about!

My $0.02 for what it is worth!
 
True, and if you're doing IDPA, then yes, a single, consistent draw will serve you better than a DOH 50% of the time would.

(I gotta do more IDPA = fun, and a change of pace)
 
stormbringer said:
Drop leg holsters are NOT allowed in IPSC

What you need is a Bladetch DOH in which the D (drop) will help you out.

They are about $85 or so.
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I got one from Dave's last week to try as I wanted to drop it about 2" from my Blackhawk which I love. Only problem was after years of drawing straight up I had difficulty getting used to the offset which offsets it out from the hip. I brought it back to the store but would still like to drop my blackhawk about 2"
 
Learning how to use a holster and the reasoning behind its placement goes a long way. I agree the Offset part of the DOH is a bit useless though.
 
I find the DOH mimics the placement of my Ghost. Very little transition to learn the position.
 
You can use it if you are active military or police and that's the rig you use at work.

At the end of the day its the Match Directors call.
 
For IDPA no DOH or leg holsters. We have a Military exemption for the leg holsters for serving military but they must be wearing all their duty gear if they choose this holster set-up. The exemption is outlined on the IDPA Canada website.

Like Slavex said, my experience suggests little to no advantage in using a DOH over a regular belt holster for me anyways when I shoot IPSC.

Take Care

Bob
 
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