Newbie holster question

preppypyro

preppypyro

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Hey guys and gals,

I got my first handgun just before it all went down, and now I would like to get a holster for it before spring.

Are there any limitations for holsters that a person can buy holsters that a person can buy? I would like to buy one that attaches to the hip and one that attaches up around the chest.

I've been finding some on Amazon, but don't want to order anything that will get the black helicopters flying around my house!
 
At the range shoulder style won't be permitted as you can't avoid what is behind and to the sides. And it's hard not to sweep your own arm unless you reach the offside arm up over your head. For that reason shoulder style holsters are generally not permitted for use while at the shooting range. For range use it's hip mounted options only. So factor that into your buying.

At the range though if you're taking part in events that have you moving around a lot a holster is just about the only reasonably sensical way to handle your handgun. It's different when you're just plinking from a single spot. But for any sort of event with others and lots of walking around between the shooting some sort of holster is a great option. For events that require a draw on the timer a plastic or good leather holster is nice. But for just keeping the gun out of the way between the times you shoot even the soft and somewhat universal Uncle Mike's fabric holsters are great.

And holsters are not illegal or even watched.... yet.....
 
It's not that they're illegal to buy, but there are likely to be be rules on where they may be used. In my experience, many clubs, ranges, and sports are so concerned about safety, and muzzle control, and trigger-finger discipline, that they actually restrict the sort of holsters permitted to be used. For example, the sport called IPSC is one of the most popular activities requiring holsters in this country, and their rulebook actually stipulates what is and what is not allowed when it comes to holsters. Some clubs, for example, won't allow a crossdraw holster. Some ranges, for example, won't allow inside-the-waistband holsters, and some other ranges won't allow holsters at all. So my advice to you is to consider where - exactly - it is that you'd like to use the holster, and then check all possible rules & regulations to ensure that that particular holster will be permitted to be used there for that particular purpose.
 
:agree:

Decide on your shooting discipline a what that requires..

For throwing a saddle over the back of your couch and shooting at the TV buy what ever you want...
 
You can buy whatever you want. There will be limitations on what orientation of holster you can use at different ranges. Many ranges will require training of some kind before you are allowed to use a holster at a range. Training is a good idea, it'll help you not shoot yourself.
 
What kind of pistol do you have? More common pistols will be easier to find a holster for. What is your budget? Holsters will range in price and quality from the el chepo one size fits all $25 nylon holster to the $250 Safariland 6###rdo series that will fit a pistol with a light and Red dot.

I always suggest Safariland and they have a lot of options in the $70 range that are specific to each model. If you have a common service type pistol then you would be able to find a 7### series on amazon for around $70 and it can be configured to attach in just about any way you want.
 
preppypyro said:
It's uncommon, tisas kanuni 16. Kinda sorta similar to a Beretta 92.

Not wanting a super expensive one, thinking around 50 ish.
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You weren't kidding. Not a very common pistol at all. Finding a holster may be a bit challenging.
Now lets figure out your intended use. Are you planning on participating in any shooting sports or is this just so you have a holster?

I think your options may be limited unfortunatly. Your best bet may be looking at one of the kydex one size fits all jobs. Or if you are a DYI'er you can try your hand at making one out of kydex. That is the route I would go if it were me.


Black helicopters are not an issues with buying holster. Don't sweat it so much.
 
pirate604 said:
You weren't kidding. Not a very common pistol at all. Finding a holster may be a bit challenging.
Now lets figure out your intended use. Are you planning on participating in any shooting sports or is this just so you have a holster?

I think your options may be limited unfortunatly. Your best bet may be looking at one of the kydex one size fits all jobs. Or if you are a DYI'er you can try your hand at making one out of kydex. That is the route I would go if it were me.


Black helicopters are not an issues with buying holster. Don't sweat it so much.
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I haven't looked into any events at all, just figured a guy would need one at the range. Like I say, I am pretty new to handguns at the range. In fact I think I have only shot at a range twice in my life. Once was an indoor range when I was 12 and got my firearms safety course, the next time I was about 18 with some buddies and I fired a few shots off with a 30-06. I have been shooting rifles since I was maybe 6 or 7, but fortunately I live in a rural area where we just went out and shot guns if we wanted to!

Will check into that kydex. I am very much a diy'er! Thanks!
 
It's good to define if you want the holster just for convenient carrying at the range or if you will eventually go into IPSC, IDPA, ICORE (if you were granted enough taste to have bought a revolver :D ) or some other event where you draw and shoot from the holster.

The handy method for carrying your pistol doesn't require any special training. But know your range's rules on this aspect.

On the other hand as suggested already specific events each have their own rules that are added on top of the club's rules or take over from the club's rules for THAT ONE EVENT ONLY!

IPSC here in Canada has its own Black Badge course. IDPA doesn't have an official course. But from the events I've attended it's normal for one of the more competent shooters that can teach decently to take newbies off to one of the other bays and run them through some drills with the gun unloaded and when happy to get them to slowly draw and shoot with the gun loaded.

And if you ARE shooting from a holster draw it's always a wise thing to not try to break any speed records the first few times out. Work on proper hand placement and seek out having the RO or timer critique your draws for proper hand movements and positions. Safe and smooth is good. And safe and smooth soon becomes fast and safe. And that's the way to go.
 
Generally, I would say that is is best to avoid generic holsters and to buy only holsters that were made expressly to fit a particular pistol.

In this case, however, maybe the Safariland GLS is an option. It's not a holster that I would recommend, generally, mostly because (I think) it creates a bad habit, inasmuch as it conditions the user to re-holster with an open hand, but... in this particular case... you may find it difficult to find anything better.

<https://safariland.com/collections/gls-holsters>

<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTF79CcRewM>
 
preppypyro said:
It's uncommon, tisas kanuni 16. Kinda sorta similar to a Beretta 92.

Not wanting a super expensive one, thinking around 50 ish.
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From my Google image search, that pistol doesn't look much like a Beretta 92. Not sure what it resembles, actually, so who knows what it will fit?

Probably tough to find a holster of reasonable quality at that price point. I hope I'm wrong, but one of the "omnivore" type holsters might be your best bet.
 
That Tisas strikes me as having more in common size wise with the old Ruger SR9. Then given a de-cocking safety.

If I'm right then this is not physically a big pistol.

If you're just standing at the range in one spot and shooting at targets then you don't really need a holster. Where the holster comes in is where you're moving around a lot between shooting setups such as when attending a handgun competition of some manner.

I'd start by looking into the clubs in your area and find out what manner of hand gun events they host. Then contact one of the reps that runs those programs and discuss it with them. Some such events start off at a low ready so drawing the loaded gun from a holster isn't a thing. A good holster for those events can easily be a soft holster like an Uncle Mike's soft cordura style. And those are pretty basic and only around $25.
 
preppypyro said:
Thanks a ton for all the replies. I never even thought to check with the range to see what is what.

Think the wife would shoot me if I shot at the TV though haha.
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Most of the stuff , and people on TV these days could be shot and no one would miss , but hard on the walls, and dog house to cold this time of year.
Next question , what gun.
As some one said , cheap and great are uncle Mike's nylon, easy on the gun.
I used them with my 22 pistols, for my 1911, I really like the plastic uncle Mike's it worked with the red dot on the gun, and was 30-35.oo .
Leather is classy, but usally 100.oo If you are going cowboy shooting , got to be leather to be cool.
I'm past the cool thing.
Bull eye shooting in the indoor range , I don't usually use one.
These days , if any gunshows around check them out , there is usually some good , ( and not so good) holsters on the tables for sale .
 
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