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Member Section => Handguns => Topic started by: billt on February 22, 2009, 05:08:33 AM
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I've decided to start carrying my Glock 21 to work and back. I work nights and drive 27 miles each way, some of it on freeways through really bad neighborhoods. Anyway I don't want a concealed shoulder rig because I can't wear it to work, so I just ordered this one from Midway:
http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct/?productNumber=283565
Does anyone have experience with this one? Galco is 20 minutes from my house, and I know they make good products. The problem with the Glock 21 is no dealers stock any holsters for it. Not even Cabela's, or many of the "tactical" shops around here. I don't want to leave it in my car, and this holster will allow me to keep it in the top part of my lunch box without anyone being the wiser. If I do carry it I like the simple belt attachment. It rides high enough so a coat or jacket will cover it. Bill T.
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You might try to find something that you can take off without undoing your belt. Something with snap loops. Check this site out www.fist-inc.com
FWIW
Richard
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I carries a G21 at work for several years (even tho it was not allowed)..my excuse is I felt my right to self protection and the 2A trumped the employer's rights. Had they not forbidden keeping firearms in locked vehicles in the parking lot also, I may not have carried into the building (TAB, there were no technical reasons why a large piece of metal could not be carried. The restriction was only put in after Ohio passed their CCW bill. Before then company policy sated that illegal weapons could not be carried to work. It was not uncommon for the firearms enthusiasts to have "show and tell" in a close office)
Anyway, I used a Smart-Carry holster. I wore Office Casual clothing with a pleated front and I was unable to spot the G21 in a mirror when specifically looking and knowing it was there.
My job did not involve any type of contact with objects where the holster is placed.
My only concern was that the draw would be slower than a non-tucked IWB or belt carry. A tucked IWB carry requires 2 hands and I believe it is slower than the draw from the Smart Carry. A draw from the Smart Carry can be done one handed..but may snag.
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Actually, I'm not sure of what they "allow" or don't. I like you, feel my right of self protection is all that matters. Especially now with the current economic situation this country is in. I feel there will be far more crime in the future. I have a lunch box with a indiscreet, zippered top half that is perfect for keeping it in. It's getting crazy out there, and my wife made me promise to start carrying to work. To me it's just good common sense. Bill T.
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I like the Highnoon IWB holsters and I had a Glock 30 and a CZ P 01 and they both fit well and easy to get off the belt
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I have a Tucker Gunleather "The Answer" for my G21 SF. I also have one for my Nighthawk T3. It's a custom fitted IWB holster that is part leather and part Kydex. They are terrific!! Your G21 will disappear and the weight is so evenly distrubted that you can wear it all day in comfort. Just Google: Tucker Gunleather. Rob will do you right.
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I've decided to start carrying my Glock 21 to work and back. I work nights and drive 27 miles each way, some of it on freeways through really bad neighborhoods. Anyway I don't want a concealed shoulder rig because I can't wear it to work, so I just ordered this one from Midway:
http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct/?productNumber=283565
Does anyone have experience with this one? Galco is 20 minutes from my house, and I know they make good products. The problem with the Glock 21 is no dealers stock any holsters for it. Not even Cabela's, or many of the "tactical" shops around here. I don't want to leave it in my car, and this holster will allow me to keep it in the top part of my lunch box without anyone being the wiser. If I do carry it I like the simple belt attachment. It rides high enough so a coat or jacket will cover it. Bill T.
I have the same holster for my HK USP 45. I like it alot! It rides high and is easy to draw from and to reholster. I have several Galco holsters for various pistols IWB and hip carry and enjoy each one.
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I'm still waiting for it. Midway said it was shipped last Monday at 3:30 PM USPS Priority Mail. I wish I would have paid the little bit extra and had them ship it UPS. USPS doesn't provide any tracking information. It gets here when it gets here. Hopefully today. Bill T.
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If your like me you'll end up with a box full of holsters untill you fine "the one". ;D
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If your like me you'll end up with a box full of holsters untill you fine "the one". ;D
And then you will add to it looking for "the better one". ;D
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And then you will add to it looking for "the better one". ;D
Man is that right. I have gone through all the mass produced stuff; some work and some are "one size fit's all" junk. I have found that spending about 1/3-1/2 more for a custom made holster makes a big difference in comfort, concealability and rapid access especially when carrying a large pistol like a G21 or a 1911. It's also a factor here in Texas in the warmer months when deep carry is necessary to maintian concealability and you have a light shirt on.
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I just went out to the mailbox and it came. The gun fits like a glove, not too tight, and not too lose. I really like the protective plastic button they have on the inside of the retention snap. That's a nice touch that prevents the back of your slide from getting scratched up over time. It has a slight curved, hip hugging shape to it that allows it to fit nice and close, but still is comfortable. Now I need a belt. I want something that is heavy duty and meant for using with a handgun and extra mag carrier, not a "dress" belt. I've been window shopping on the computer, and they don't come cheap either. A good one is almost as much, if not more than the holster. This stuff never ends. I'm not complaining if the whole rig is nice and comfortable. Nothing is worse than a cheap rig you won't wear. I have several of those. Bill T.
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Check out Mitch Rosen or Kirpatrick leather for a quality belt.
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Now I need a belt. I want something that is heavy duty and meant for using with a handgun and extra mag carrier, not a "dress" belt. I've been window shopping on the computer, and they don't come cheap either. A good one is almost as much, if not more than the holster. This stuff never ends. I'm not complaining if the whole rig is nice and comfortable. Nothing is worse than a cheap rig you won't wear. I have several of those. Bill T.
Bill, check the 5.11 Tactical leather belts. Their strong, designed to be a duty belt and their no more expensive than a good qualilty belt, about 40 bucks. Some of the rest are really expensive, 80-90 bucks and more. I have two of the 5.11, one brown and one black. I've worn one or the other nearly every day for the last 6 months.
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Bill, check the 5.11 Tactical leather belts. Their strong, designed to be a duty belt and their no more expensive than a good qualilty belt, about 40 bucks. Some of the rest are really expensive, 80-90 bucks and more. I have two of the 5.11, one brown and one black. I've worn one or the other nearly every day for the last 6 months.
Thanks for the heads up! This one is nice for only $35.00
http://www.gearzoneproducts.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=4355
Some of them are over $100.00. I can see it for a nice holster, but not for a straight, plain belt. Another good thing is they don't charge extra for the larger sizes. I normally wear a 44", but they say to add on at least 2" extra for the gun. They have them up to 54". Thanks again. Bill T.
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Thanks for the heads up! This one is nice for only $35.00
Some of them are over $100.00. I can see it for a nice holster, but not for a straight, plain belt. Another good thing is they don't charge extra for the larger sizes. I normally wear a 44", but they say to add on at least 2" extra for the gun. They have them up to 54". Thanks again. Bill T.
That's a good price, I have the same one. For info, there is a little hidey place for an extra handcuff key in the center of the belt.
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I am still a sucker for my Blackhawk Serpa Holster. I have one for almost all of my handguns. Unfortunately Blackhawk does not make them for every handgun or I would have one for them also.
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I think you got a good holster. They seem to be well made. In the future in you get another holster etc.. check out Don Hume holsters for Glocks. Good leather..light weight.. fit's guns nicely. ;)
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I am still a sucker for my Blackhawk Serpa Holster. I have one for almost all of my handguns. Unfortunately Blackhawk does not make them for every handgun or I would have one for them also.
That's what I use every day with my Glock 27. Good holsters. But when I carry my 1911, I still go back to IWB because of the size of the pistol and the barrel length.
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I have carried Fobus, Bianchi, Don Hume, Galco, Uncle Mike's and Blackhawk. I have enjoyed all these holsters and are very good but after purchasing my first Blackhawk Serpa for my Glock 21SF, I decided to purchase them for most of my handguns. Love the ability to switch from a paddle to a belt loop held holster.
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I am still a sucker for my Blackhawk Serpa Holster. I have one for almost all of my handguns. Unfortunately Blackhawk does not make them for every handgun or I would have one for them also.
My Kimber BP Ten don't fit in a Serpa, or else I'd have bought one. Don't ya just hate it when holster makers don't make one to fit your favorite guns???
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I have a M.T.A.C holster from Comp-Tac For my 21SF. It works well and if you have more than one gun all you have to buy is a body for each one.
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Walter45Auto, yes I do hate not finding the holster for one of my handguns. Really wanted a Serpa for my Taurus 92 AFS with a rail and they do not make one nor will they make one. I called and spoke with Blackhawk about it. Ended up getting a Fobus for the Taurus.
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I have a Crossbreed Holster IWB Super Tuck. Holster is very comfortable, will carry my Sig P220, P229 and P239. Highly recommend:
http://www.crossbreedholsters.com/beltslide.html