A good holster that holds the gun close - G23

[PeterJLH09]

Question about holsters. I've used quite a few different kinds, but I still haven't found a good belt or paddle holster that really holds the gun close to the body. It might be due to the fact that the last gun I had had a 3.5in barrel, and was therefore handle heavy. There was one kind that worked for me, and it was my brothers. I don't know what its called, what the brand was, or where he got it! Not helpful, I know. What are some suggestions. I'll be carrying a Glock 23. I have a great IWB holster, so thats not an issue.

 

[GARANDGUY]

Try Crossbreed Super Tuck! I CC a full size government model 1911 or a Glock 22 and neither of them print and im 5-10 and 220!

 

[PeterJLH09]

Yeah, I already have that. I'm looking for a belt holster.

 

[Que]

The Raven holster is the only one that has worked for me. It keeps the gun pulled into my body and allows for a quick draw. I also have a very good belt.

 

[U.S. Patriot]

I would look at Blade Tech. I have one for my FNP 9. Holds the gun tightly to the body. Plus the entire slide is coverd. I went with the shooters pack. Which is belt holster paddle attachment and double mag pouch. They are hand made. It took me three weeks to get mine.

 

[GARANDGUY]

For a belt holster I would say Bladtech or Blackhawk

 

[PeterJLH09]

I just looked at Bladetech. They look like amazing holsters. Just not sure if i'm willing to drop that much down right now. Kinda tight budget right now.

 

[Joe Williams]

DeSantis Speed Scabbard

 

[VERT]

Forget about a paddle holster if you are looking for a belt holster that draws the gun close. Try a pancake style holster or a JIT slide. Don Hume makes a decent holster for the money. There are others out there. I personally lie something that rides high so I can cover it with an untucked shirt.

 

[Joe Williams]

Forget about a paddle holster if you are looking for a belt holster that draws the gun close. Try a pancake style holster or a JIT slide. Don Hume makes a decent holster for the money. There are others out there. I personally lie something that rides high so I can cover it with an untucked shirt.

I really like the JIT, but I've never thought it held the gun particularly close to the body. I do like their 721 OT, though. Don Hume makes good stuff.

 

[VERT]

I really like the JIT, but I've never thought it held the gun particularly close to the body. I do like their 721 OT, though. Don Hume makes good stuff.

Agreed the pancake style like the 721 or double nine will allow the belt to pull the gun in closer and distribute the weight. The advantage of the JIT is that the holster is almost unoticable without a gun in it and very light. Very easy to take on and off the belt. The JIT would not be a a good choice for a larger gun. I also don't like how the gun draws out of it. I may end up getting a double nine or similar pancake holster for my 23 (if something pops up in the classifieds), but right now the Comp-Tac IWB and JIT on the belt are working just fine for me.

 

[subtlesixer03]

Yeah, I already have that. I'm looking for a belt holster.

i hear the ravens are nice. im planing on getting one for my g32 ans g26

 

[subtlesixer03]

I just looked at Bladetech. They look like amazing holsters. Just not sure if i'm willing to drop that much down right now. Kinda tight budget right now.

the fobus cc paddles work great for my jframe. im concidering these for the glocks as well

 

[Larryjr]

I would agree with vert on this. I can't recall a paddle holster that has held my gun close. On the other hand I've had belt holster more in the pancake style that did. I am on the market for another holster or two myself and am very seriously considering Garrett Industries at Index

They seem to have a very good line of IWB and OWB holster.

 

[U.S. Patriot]

I would agree with vert on this. I can't recall a paddle holster that has held my gun close. On the other hand I've had belt holster more in the pancake style that did. I am on the market for another holster or two myself and am very seriously considering Garrett Industries at Index

They seem to have a very good line of IWB and OWB holster.

The Blade Tech does hold tight to the body. I have both the paddle and belt attachments. I use the paddle day to day because it's easier to take off.

 

[U.S. Patriot]

I just looked at Bladetech. They look like amazing holsters. Just not sure if i'm willing to drop that much down right now. Kinda tight budget right now.

I know where you are coming from. I thought that at first. I ordered a Fobus first. Well, in my opinion it was complete junk. I just grabed some vaseline and told Blade Tech to hammer down. It was well worth the money. A good holster is just as important as the gun you carry.

 

[esrice]

Closest-hugging holster I've ever had is a Raven.

 

[jsx1043]

Raven + Wilderness/5.11 Operator's belt. You won't go back to anything else, even under a cover garment.

 

[Cru]

I carry a raven

 

[U.S. Patriot]

I'll try to get a picture of the Blade Tech on my hip.