Will a GLOCK17 fit in this holster?
- Thread starter geologist
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Based on the info given, I'd say yes. My question is why would you want a shoulder holster? Most ranges won't allow them due to poor muzzle control. They are also quite difficult and dangerous to draw from without sweeping yourself and others.
CF
CF
I have an ATC and can carry in the field.
A shoulder holster is sometimes suitable for field carry depending on conditions.
I carry my Ruger SRH .454 Casull crossdraw in a Mernickle flap holster on a nylon 2.25" garrison belt.
During the bear hibernation season I can carry a smaller, lighter handgun like a 4" .357 or perhaps my GLOCK.
Shoulder holsters tend to be uncomfortable while wearing a pack but the good thing is that they keep your handgun high and dry.
I agree that shouder holsters and cross draw rigs make it possible to sweep others at a range with your muzzle during the draw. I always practise with this in mind.
A shoulder holster is sometimes suitable for field carry depending on conditions.
I carry my Ruger SRH .454 Casull crossdraw in a Mernickle flap holster on a nylon 2.25" garrison belt.
During the bear hibernation season I can carry a smaller, lighter handgun like a 4" .357 or perhaps my GLOCK.
Shoulder holsters tend to be uncomfortable while wearing a pack but the good thing is that they keep your handgun high and dry.
I agree that shouder holsters and cross draw rigs make it possible to sweep others at a range with your muzzle during the draw. I always practise with this in mind.
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- Alberta land of many guns
Good call, total forgot about those lucky few who get to carry. IN that case, it might just be the ticket. Seeing how the holster is designed to fit "most" standard sized autos, you might end up with a bit of play in your holster. Uncel Mike's makes a shoulder holster that might be a better fit.http://www.hoppes.com/adtemplate.asp?invky=9006772&catky=3407251&subcatky1=4548802&subcatky2=2000024 however it is $42 USD. What about a thigh rig?
CF
CF
If you buy cheap crap to haul your stuff around you will end up paying for it some other way eventually. If you are set on a shoulder holster check out these. I've dealt with him when he used to be at Blade Tech and he is a stand up guy.
http://www.survivalsheath.com/holsters/index.htm
http://www.survivalsheath.com/holsters/index.htm
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- Alberta land of many guns
I'll second Mike K's decision. Those guys make great stuff. I didn't want to be the one to say it but Mike is right. Buying cheap in the beginning will only cost you more in the end.
CF
CF
We just received some very nice nylon shoulder holsters. I like the added padding on the shoulder straps that you don't see on cheap 'shopping mall surplus store' shoulder holsters.
This model is also ambidextrous and is horizontal draw - which may be less irksome when wearing a backpack.
Check 'em out here
Hope this helps,
- Peter
This model is also ambidextrous and is horizontal draw - which may be less irksome when wearing a backpack.
Check 'em out here
Hope this helps,
- Peter
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