New OWB Holster for my 4" Redhawk - The Firearms Forum

tex45acp · 11-05-2006, 11:29 AM

I have talked to quite a few custom holster makers about an OWB for my 4" Redhawk and none had a mold to work from. A couple have offered to try to make a holster for the 5.5" and then try to shorten it, but before I decided to commit to that, I was talking to a a buddy that carries a 4" S&W 29 in a DeSantis Belt Scabbard, which has a strap across the hammer, like I was looking for. My 4" Redhawk fit perfectly so I ordered one and DeSantis had one in stock. I also ordered one of their HKS speedloader pouches that straddles the belt instead of IWB or OWB carry. This holder works great and adds very little width which of course makes it a perfect carry option. This is my first DeSantis holster so I hope it will hold up in the field.

Pistolenschutze · 11-05-2006, 02:33 PM

It certainly seems to look and fit well, tex, and DeSantis usually builds a well made leather holster for a decent price. For anyone who carries, a good holster is very nearly as important as the weapon itself, I've always believed. If the holster is not comfortable. there is too much of a human tendency to leave the weapon at home rather than put up with the discomfort of a poor holster. Of late I've had more of a tendency to "bite the bullet" on the expense and have my holsters made by custom makers, especially Kramer. I REALLY like Kramer's MSP (for Minnesota State Police) paddle design. It's the most comfortable style holster I've ever owned. I have them for Glock 33, Smith 637, and Sig P230.

tex45acp · 11-05-2006, 07:34 PM

Pistolenschutze,

I fully agree....I own a half dozen holsters from custom holster makers and they are well worth their cost and the time waiting for them arrive.

tex

ironsight65 · 11-05-2006, 08:20 PM

I really like Desantis holsters. I use one for daily carry for my Glock 30
and it is very comfortable.

southernshooter · 11-05-2006, 09:13 PM

Yo Tex how much did your Xd rig cost I am still trying to find a commercial one for mine

tex45acp · 11-06-2006, 09:04 AM

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Originally Posted by southernshooter

Yo Tex how much did your Xd rig cost I am still trying to find a commercial one for mine

southernshooter,

I think I paid about $85 for the holster and $50 for the double mag pouch, if memory serves me. Mine is the service grade holster. Gary makes a presentation grade that is substantially more and take more time to make as well.

tex

BountyHunter · 11-06-2006, 06:38 PM

Anyone have any of old Tio Sam's leather?

I guess El Paso Saddlery is still in business. I've gotten some quality stuff from them in the past, even though Sam is gone now.

southernshooter · 11-06-2006, 09:50 PM

Thanks for the info TEX

shooter · 11-08-2006, 03:09 PM

im gonna feel dumb asking but u dont know til u ask

what does OWB mean? and IWB also

ironsight65 · 11-08-2006, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by shooter

im gonna feel dumb asking but u dont know til u ask

what does OWB mean? and IWB also

Hey don't worry, there are no stupid questions.

IWB stands for "inside the waistband" and
OWB is for "outside the waistband".

shooter · 11-08-2006, 09:45 PM

oh damn..it was that simple lol

southernshooter · 11-08-2006, 10:54 PM

Their is no such thing as stupid questions only stupid answeres

11-05-2006, 11:29 AM	#1
tex45acp V.I.P. Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: The Great State of Texas Posts: 190	New OWB Holster for my 4" Redhawk I have talked to quite a few custom holster makers about an OWB for my 4" Redhawk and none had a mold to work from. A couple have offered to try to make a holster for the 5.5" and then try to shorten it, but before I decided to commit to that, I was talking to a a buddy that carries a 4" S&W 29 in a DeSantis Belt Scabbard, which has a strap across the hammer, like I was looking for. My 4" Redhawk fit perfectly so I ordered one and DeSantis had one in stock. I also ordered one of their HKS speedloader pouches that straddles the belt instead of IWB or OWB carry. This holder works great and adds very little width which of course makes it a perfect carry option. This is my first DeSantis holster so I hope it will hold up in the field. __________________ *The only thing needed for evil to exist......is for good men to stand by and do nothing!!!* -->

11-05-2006, 02:33 PM	#2
Pistolenschutze Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 13,094	Re: New OWB Holster for my 4" Redhawk It certainly seems to look and fit well, tex, and DeSantis usually builds a well made leather holster for a decent price. For anyone who carries, a good holster is very nearly as important as the weapon itself, I've always believed. If the holster is not comfortable. there is too much of a human tendency to leave the weapon at home rather than put up with the discomfort of a poor holster. Of late I've had more of a tendency to "bite the bullet" on the expense and have my holsters made by custom makers, especially Kramer. I REALLY like Kramer's MSP (for Minnesota State Police) paddle design. It's the most comfortable style holster I've ever owned. I have them for Glock 33, Smith 637, and Sig P230. __________________ --Pistolenschutze (Pistol Shooter)

11-05-2006, 07:34 PM	#3
tex45acp V.I.P. Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: The Great State of Texas Posts: 190	Re: New OWB Holster for my 4" Redhawk Pistolenschutze, I fully agree....I own a half dozen holsters from custom holster makers and they are well worth their cost and the time waiting for them arrive. tex __________________ *The only thing needed for evil to exist......is for good men to stand by and do nothing!!!*

11-05-2006, 08:20 PM	#4
ironsight65 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 458	Re: New OWB Holster for my 4" Redhawk I really like Desantis holsters. I use one for daily carry for my Glock 30 and it is very comfortable.

11-05-2006, 09:13 PM	#5
southernshooter Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Deep South Mississippi Posts: 5,943	Re: New OWB Holster for my 4" Redhawk Yo Tex how much did your Xd rig cost I am still trying to find a commercial one for mine __________________ Only you can see this

11-06-2006, 06:38 PM	#7
BountyHunter Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 22	Re: New OWB Holster for my 4" Redhawk Anyone have any of old Tio Sam's leather? I guess El Paso Saddlery is still in business. I've gotten some quality stuff from them in the past, even though Sam is gone now. __________________ There is no second place winner.

11-06-2006, 09:50 PM	#8
southernshooter Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Deep South Mississippi Posts: 5,943	Re: New OWB Holster for my 4" Redhawk Thanks for the info TEX __________________ Only you can see this

11-08-2006, 03:09 PM	#9
shooter V.I.P. Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: NC Posts: 79	Re: New OWB Holster for my 4" Redhawk im gonna feel dumb asking but u dont know til u ask what does OWB mean? and IWB also

11-08-2006, 09:45 PM	#11
shooter V.I.P. Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: NC Posts: 79	Re: New OWB Holster for my 4" Redhawk oh damn..it was that simple lol

11-08-2006, 10:54 PM	#12
southernshooter Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Deep South Mississippi Posts: 5,943	Re: New OWB Holster for my 4" Redhawk Their is no such thing as stupid questions only stupid answeres __________________ Only you can see this