1911 Carry Rigs

Shael · February 20, 2006, 08:54 AM

I was lucky enough to come into a pair of new Kimber 1911s recently - a vanilla Custom II (5" Gubment size) and an Ultra Carry II (3" chop-job). They make quite a pretty couple sitting next to each other!

Anyway, I recently picked up my CCW license and now I'm nosing around for holsters. I've seen a bunch of 1911 related posts on this site and thought some of you more experienced folks might be able to shed some light on my search.

I think I'm looking for two holsters: an IWB rig fit for daily carry of the 3" and a strong-side type that'll fit both frame sizes for IDPA shoots I'm planning on competing in soon.

I've pretty much narrowed it down to a Kramer IWB #3 in horsehide for my carry needs, but there are so darn many open-bottom belt-slide style holsters that'd hold both pistols that my mind is boggled.

Two questions:

Anyone here ever use the Kramer IWB #3, and if so what's the verdict?

What belt-slide / yaqui-slide style rigs do you think are worthwhile, knowing the primary use is IDPA but taking into account that I may want to use it for actual carry of a full-size 1911?

Shael

WESHOOT2 · February 20, 2006, 09:40 AM

I own three Galco Yaqui Slides (for various guns, including my 1911s) that I was using just for IPSC and IDPA, but I thought I'd give them an actual 'street' test.

I found them to be intolerably unsecure in retaining my gun(s); utterly unacceptable. The exposed muzzle allows it to be pushed from the holster during normal activity.

Suggest either a thumb-break or different type.
That's what I do; I use a different type.

l z rifle · February 20, 2006, 10:22 AM

I have two full size Kimbers, tac custom ll & Polymer target. Both have their own IWB # 3 holsters no problems so far. Also got kramers double thick gun belt, don't get it, hard to get on and way too stiff even after two years. I got an instructor's belt from midway usa works fine. hope this helps.

Shael · February 20, 2006, 12:00 PM

WESHOOT2 - I've heard similar comments about the Yaqui slides elsewhere too. Clearly not a direction I want to take. Thanks for the heads-up. A thumb-break isn't something I want ot have to muck with in the heat of the moment, so I think I'll use a differnet type as well.

l z rifle - Apprecite the confirmation on the Kramer rigs, and the warning about their belt. I had been planning to get a belt if I ordered the holster(s) from them.

andyrnokc · February 20, 2006, 01:28 PM

I have a Kimber Ultra CDP for CCW. I have that in an IWB from Highnoonholsters.com. I wear the "closing argument" in horsehide. The fit and finish is outstanding, my gun never moves, and I feel confident and comfortable with it on. The more you wear it, the more comfortable it becomes. I would highly recommend these guys.

Good luck,
Andy

ctc · March 2, 2006, 04:45 PM

For my Colt Defender I have two primary IWB I use for CCW both from Lou Alessie; CQC/I and W6DT. Here are a couple of in use pictures of both.

-- Chuck

W6DT

CQC/I

dairycreek · March 3, 2006, 12:56 PM

Just another dog on Yaqui type holsters. Absolutely the sexiest holster concept on the market. However, there is one small problem. That being they are a lousy, lousy holster for carrying and retention. They just don't work well at all - but they look absolutely mahvelous.

February 20, 2006, 08:54 AM	#1
Shael Junior Member Join Date: November 5, 2005 Posts: 5	1911 Carry Rigs I was lucky enough to come into a pair of new Kimber 1911s recently - a vanilla Custom II (5" Gubment size) and an Ultra Carry II (3" chop-job). They make quite a pretty couple sitting next to each other! Anyway, I recently picked up my CCW license and now I'm nosing around for holsters. I've seen a bunch of 1911 related posts on this site and thought some of you more experienced folks might be able to shed some light on my search. I think I'm looking for two holsters: an IWB rig fit for daily carry of the 3" and a strong-side type that'll fit both frame sizes for IDPA shoots I'm planning on competing in soon. I've pretty much narrowed it down to a Kramer IWB #3 in horsehide for my carry needs, but there are so darn many open-bottom belt-slide style holsters that'd hold both pistols that my mind is boggled. Two questions: Anyone here ever use the Kramer IWB #3, and if so what's the verdict? What belt-slide / yaqui-slide style rigs do you think are worthwhile, knowing the primary use is IDPA but taking into account that I may want to use it for actual carry of a full-size 1911? Shael

February 20, 2006, 09:40 AM	#2
WESHOOT2 Senior Member Join Date: February 20, 1999 Location: home on the range; Vermont (Caspian country) Posts: 14,324	Ayoob said so but I didn't believe him I own three Galco Yaqui Slides (for various guns, including my 1911s) that I was using just for IPSC and IDPA, but I thought I'd give them an actual 'street' test. I found them to be intolerably unsecure in retaining my gun(s); utterly unacceptable. The exposed muzzle allows it to be pushed from the holster during normal activity. Suggest either a thumb-break or different type. That's what I do; I use a different type. __________________ . "all my ammo is mostly retired factory ammo"

March 3, 2006, 12:56 PM	#7
dairycreek Senior Member Join Date: November 30, 1998 Location: North Plains, Oregon, USA Posts: 1,867	Just another dog on Yaqui type holsters. Absolutely the sexiest holster concept on the market. However, there is one small problem. That being they are a lousy, lousy holster for carrying and retention. They just don't work well at all - but they look absolutely mahvelous. __________________ ALWAYS PROTECT YOUR HEARING AND VISION GOOD SHOOTING

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February 20, 2006, 10:22 AM	#3
l z rifle Junior Member Join Date: February 19, 2006 Location: sw mo Posts: 8	Two years with a Kramer. I have two full size Kimbers, tac custom ll & Polymer target. Both have their own IWB # 3 holsters no problems so far. Also got kramers double thick gun belt, don't get it, hard to get on and way too stiff even after two years. I got an instructor's belt from midway usa works fine. hope this helps.

February 20, 2006, 12:00 PM	#4
Shael Junior Member Join Date: November 5, 2005 Posts: 5	WESHOOT2 - I've heard similar comments about the Yaqui slides elsewhere too. Clearly not a direction I want to take. Thanks for the heads-up. A thumb-break isn't something I want ot have to muck with in the heat of the moment, so I think I'll use a differnet type as well. l z rifle - Apprecite the confirmation on the Kramer rigs, and the warning about their belt. I had been planning to get a belt if I ordered the holster(s) from them.

February 20, 2006, 01:28 PM	#5
andyrnokc Member Join Date: February 13, 2006 Posts: 23	I have a Kimber Ultra CDP for CCW. I have that in an IWB from Highnoonholsters.com. I wear the "closing argument" in horsehide. The fit and finish is outstanding, my gun never moves, and I feel confident and comfortable with it on. The more you wear it, the more comfortable it becomes. I would highly recommend these guys. Good luck, Andy

March 2, 2006, 04:45 PM	#6
ctc Senior Member Join Date: April 17, 2000 Location: Doraville, GA Posts: 174	For my Colt Defender I have two primary IWB I use for CCW both from Lou Alessie; CQC/I and W6DT. Here are a couple of in use pictures of both. -- Chuck W6DT CQC/I