What's the best 1911 holster?

[Guest walkingdeadman]

Well I just bought my first 1911 and now I am looking for my first holster for it. I have always had paddle holsters for my other pistol. But I am looking fo something more concealed now. I really like the idea of inside the pant holster because it will not hang off my side like my holsters are. Any ideas or opinions?

[Tango down]

Not sure about the holsters but what 1911 did you choose?

[shiloh214]

I carry a Kimber Ultra Eclipse. Loaded is weighs 36oz. because it's solid stainless. I bought a IWB from www.kholster.com. I have worn mine for several hours very comfortably. Great customer service and a great warranty.

[Guest walkingdeadman]

Does the type of 1911 particularly matter?

[Tango down]

Nope - just getting opinions on them. My next gun purchase I believe will be a 1911 and the only thing I'm set on is a tactical rail. I know that DM Bullard makes quality leather holsters for the 1911.

[Curiousgb]

MTAC or MILT SPARKS HOLSTERS : SEMI-AUTO SUMMER SPECIAL 2 - World's Largest Supplier of Firearm Accessories, Gun Parts and Gunsmithing Tools for me.

[Guest eyebedam]

I like the Thunderbird Model that's made by K&D Holsters.

[TGO David]

Holsters are like religions. Everyone's got their opinion on which is the best, and everyone else's sucks.

I have Comp-Tac MTAC, Raven Concealment Phantom (OWB) and Milt Sparks VM2 for my 1911s. By far the most comfortable IWB holster for me is the Milt Sparks VM2. The MTAC is a reasonably close second with the added advantage that you can get one in under two weeks generally.

That said, if you're used to carrying with a paddle holster then you're probably going to be blown away by the difference ANY of these make when you're concealing.

[timcalhoun]

I'm a huge fan of the Milt Sparks VM2 and summer special. Very comfortable with my 1911's. Even carrying full size.

[kellyII]

well there can be a huge price difference between manufactures. Pure Kustoms are among the best out there. But like any good quality holster, the wait time and price can be long and pricy.

[Guest Halfpint]

Mitch Rosen ARG, comfortable for all-day carry and I wear everything from jeans and a T-shirt to tailored suits without it printing. Got one for my Kimber Compact, and another on the way for my 5" (coming whenever Kimber decides to send it).

[leroy]

For a custom holster of any type, i really like these guys: Andrews Custom Leather. They are great to do business with.

I also like these guys for kydex: https://www.sidearmor.com/.

Hope this helps.

Kind regards,

Leroy

[TGO David]

Mitch Rosen ARG, comfortable for all-day carry and I wear everything from jeans and a T-shirt to tailored suits without it printing. Got one for my Kimber Compact, and another on the way for my 5" (coming whenever Kimber decides to send it).

If I was a lean, mean fighting machine like you, I wouldn't even bother carrying a gun.

[Guest Plainsman]

I just received a Milt Sparks Summer Special II for my commander. Its very comfortable. I am also planning on getting a MTAC or the Spartan because its cheaper and then using some mole skin on the backside of the leather. I've thought about the VM2 from Sparks as well, but the MTAC or the Spartan gets just about as good reviews and its half the price. If your an "all leather" kind of guy, I guess you'd go for a Sparks. The quality is beyond any I've had my hands on. Try Brownells for the MS SSII or Lightning Arms Sports for the VM2. The prices are actually not that bad for skipping the wait time if you were to order directly from Milt Sparks.

[Guest Bowdenknxvll]

I have had a few holsters for a fullsize 1911. I have tried the Milt Sparks, Alessi, and the Brommeland. To me the Brommeland was the most comfortable to wear. All were equal in quality and you would be happy with any of them.

[daddyo]

Does the type of 1911 particularly matter?

If you're referring to size, a full size 1911 is just as easy to conceal as a 3" 1911 with the right holster.

I'm afraid you're going to have to do what the rest of us did - buy several and see which one works best for you.

[gregintenn]

I'm kinda partial to these.

[nolo]

High noon holsters makes a pretty good holster too. My favorite is a broken in Galco concealed holster from eBay that I paid ~$50 shipped. I am not a big fan of waiting up to 3 months to receive a holster.

[nolo]

I'm kinda partial to these.

Looks like someone has the holster thing down. Nice.

[Magiccarpetrides]

Comp-Tac M-tac hands down....for IWB

[JeffsSig]

For the price and fit and one that just flat out works as it should.

SuperTuck Deluxe

And make sure to get the Horse Hide

[tmedic]

I have 2 Crossbreeds, the Supertuck and Quickclip. I use an EMP 40 and Colt Night Defender 45 in them. They are very comfortable. I haven't tried any other IWB holsters.

[tnhawk]

I really like the idea of inside the pant holster because it will not hang off my side like my holsters are. Any ideas or opinions?

holster? don't need no holster - just shove it in the pants!

[Guest 10mm4me]

Check out Don Hume Leathergoods, manufactures high quality leather and nylon goods., they are very nice holsters at a very fair price. I am almost exclusively a don hume guy. A holster for every carry option.

[Guest That Guy]

Milt Sparks, for sure (if you can wait 8-10 months).

Galco would be my second choice, though there are other "good" holsters out there.

Personally, I would put in an order for Milt Sparks on the first day next month, and buy a Royal Guard from Galco in the mean time.