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Title: Anybody use a Galco Jackass rig...
Post by: WymoreWrangler on February 05, 2008, 01:02:10 PM
I'm thinking about ordering one for my 1911, any comments...
Title: Re: Anybody use a Galco Jackass rig...
Post by: Mojave Desert on February 05, 2008, 10:36:26 PM
The best thing about shoulder rigs:  Going to the bathroom is hassle free!
Title: Re: Anybody use a Galco Jackass rig...
Post by: jaybet on February 05, 2008, 10:55:56 PM
The jackass has been around forever and may be the best thought-out and best materials out there. Shoulder carry is on you- it has it's + & -, but for the genre, the jackass looks to be the base model for all shoulder rigs. And with a name like "Jackass?"...for me it's a marriage made in heaven!
Title: Re: Anybody use a Galco Jackass rig...
Post by: WymoreWrangler on February 06, 2008, 09:21:16 AM
Thanks for the info guys...
Title: Re: Anybody use a Galco Jackass rig...
Post by: Majer on February 06, 2008, 09:40:22 AM
Howdy WW
, I have a Galco Jackass rig for my 1911  with extra accessories to convert it for snub .38's. It is one of the most comfortable rigs I have ever worn. The only thing I would say is a must is the offside tie down should be added. That will keep the rig equalized as far as weight goes. Quality is top notch. Mine is set up so I can carry either 2 extra magazines or 1 extra magazine and a Gerber Mk1 knife, just by changing the off side carrier. Hope this helps.
Title: Re: Anybody use a Galco Jackass rig...
Post by: Cro Magnum on February 06, 2008, 11:50:04 AM
I liked mine but I'm so skinny it showed thru my clothes unless I wore something really baggy. But should work fine for normal size and larger folks.
Cro
Title: Re: Anybody use a Galco Jackass rig...
Post by: TAB on February 06, 2008, 04:44:42 PM
I tried several shoulder rigs...  the glaco jack ass rig was the only one that I could conceal with.  I'm 6'  130 lbs.    the more downward angle really helps.
Title: Re: Anybody use a Galco Jackass rig...
Post by: larryprocarry on February 06, 2008, 07:52:40 PM
I'm 6-1 and 180 pounds i should be able to conceal the kimber ultra aegis with the jackass shoulder rig right
Title: Re: Anybody use a Galco Jackass rig...
Post by: Diplomat on February 07, 2008, 12:33:17 AM
Even though shoulder rigs look very confortable... I feel you have to wear a jacket of some kind for proper concealment. I carry a CDP Pro and the QUICK SLIDE BELT HOLSTER does the trick for me. All you need is a loose fitting untucked shirt and you're good to go.

(http://www.usgalco.com/Catalog/normal/QUICK_S.jpg)

As far as shoulder rigs go... you need to be fairly large to wear it with suit. Plus need to consider what type of cannon you're carrying.
Title: Re: Anybody use a Galco Jackass rig...
Post by: cookie62 on February 07, 2008, 05:23:16 PM
Tried a shoulder holster for a few days, but couldn't get used to it rubbing my arm or side all the time. But thats just me.
Title: Re: Anybody use a Galco Jackass rig...
Post by: WymoreWrangler on February 07, 2008, 09:47:24 PM
Well I ordered it, and of course the 1911 model was on backorder.... :(
Title: Re: Anybody use a Galco Jackass rig...
Post by: WymoreWrangler on February 13, 2008, 05:54:00 PM
Got my Jackass rig today, extremely comfortable, fairly easy to fit, and went over to my neighbors house, asked him if I was carrying, he said no way, so they are good for concealment...
Title: Re: Anybody use a Galco Jackass rig...
Post by: cookie62 on February 17, 2008, 09:33:56 PM
Hope you like it. I hate it when you get a new holster and within a couple weeks it goes in the box in the closet. I bought what I thought was a good deal a while back, when it came in the fit was great, workmanship was great, BUT they put the thumb break went across the back strap ok the pistol. when you griped the gun to draw your hand held the thumb break. Imposible to draw. Evidently the designer never tried it out. Oh well, live and learn, and stay with the brand names. Good luck with it.