Need a Good Holster for my XD45

riverrat66 · March 22, 2006, 10:51 PM

I need some suggestions for a holster for my new XD45 that I'm expecting to arrive anyday now.
I prefer OWB but would consider IWB. I also have been thinking about trying "crossdraw" after reading so much about it on this forum. I've tried carrying my Glock IWB in a Galco and it was very uncomfortable, then I tried it in a Alessi holster and it was much better.
I currently have several Alessi, Galco, Avanti, Don Hume, and one Fobus for my other handguns but none seem to offer a holster for the XD45 except Fobus.
Can anyone offer any suggestions?

riverrat66 · March 22, 2006, 11:28 PM

Hold on fellas, after a little more investigation I found a bunch of holsters for the XD45 made by Galco and Don Hume. So far all have been OWB and one Crossdraw, none have been IWB.

If anyone finds anymore I would appreciate it if you would please let me know.

Riverrat66

K-Man · March 22, 2006, 11:29 PM

I have an XD 45 and can make you any holster you may want. If I remember correctly, Tucker Gun Leather also can make holsters for the XD 45.

riverrat66 · March 22, 2006, 11:47 PM

K-Man,

Thanks for the link to K&D Holsters. They do good work and reasonable too. Are you in the business also?

BTW, how does the XD45 carry? Do you have the 4" or 5" model? Can't wait for mine to arrive.

#18indycolts · March 23, 2006, 01:22 AM

I'd look into a IWb uncle mike's. that just me though.

K-Man · March 23, 2006, 06:38 AM

riverrat:

I am the owner/maker at K&D Holsters - sorry I didn't clarify that for you in my original posting.

I do a wide range of holsters for a large selection of guns. The XD 45 is one of the most recent additions to that selection. The gun I have though is a "dummy" gun.

riverrat66 · March 23, 2006, 10:08 AM

K-Man,

Thanks for clarifying that. As soon as my XD45 arrives I will be contacting you.

Thanks again.

Riverrat66

riverrat66 · March 23, 2006, 10:23 AM

#18indycolts,

I looked at over 55 different models of Uncle Mikes holsters, including the Sidekick Kydex Concealment Holsters, none of which were IWB or available for the XD45. Do you know of one that I am not finding?

9mm_prn · March 23, 2006, 10:36 AM

I have been very happy with the Bianchi Black Widow holsters (cheap IMO at $50.00). I'd take a look.

I would also recommend not buying a holster unless you have been able to try it on with your gun in it (sitting and standing) and see how well you like it. Everyones anatomy is a little different so what may be the greatest holster in the world for one guy may be your worst choice.

riverrat66 · March 23, 2006, 11:04 AM

9mm_prn,

Bianchi Holsters has some very nice choices in both OTW and IWB.

Wow, I thought it was going to be slim pickins' but in reality it has turned into an abundance of different holsters.

Thanks for your help guys.

Riverrat66

dairycreek · March 23, 2006, 11:45 AM

I have had my XD45 for some time now and have used a FIST #43 belt slide clip holster combo to carry it.

This neat combo holster allows me to carry either IWB or OWB depending on my choice of clothing for the day. Works well and all for less than $60.00.

tegemu · March 23, 2006, 04:32 PM

www.brommelandgunleather.com

UH1-D Rotorhead · April 12, 2006, 08:23 AM

....any chance of an authentic "repro" of the M-3 Tanker holster?

kennybs plbg · April 12, 2006, 03:21 PM

Take it over to Alessi on Niagara Falls Blvd. and get one custom made. I was there today for new snaps on my old one (n/c

)and inquiring about a new owb for my 13 and they said the wait for the local walkin customer is only about 30 days. Prices around $85- $115.

kenny b

riverrat66 · April 12, 2006, 08:57 PM

Kenny,
Alessi Holsters is about 5 minutes from my house and I know "Skip" who works there so maybe he could "rush" my order if I have to "custom order" something for my XD45. I'll stop by there in the morning on my way to my camp. I'm anxious as hell to shoot this new gun!

kennybs plbg · April 12, 2006, 09:11 PM

Have fun, I hope it's everything you want it to be and more.

kenny b

K-Man · April 13, 2006, 05:40 AM

UH1-D Rotorhead:

Let me see what I can find for an example. Send me an email at leathercraft-at-hotmail.com when you get a chance and we can discuss it.

Billy Sparks · April 13, 2006, 07:16 AM

tegemu, you sure about Brommeland? I just checked and they do not list the XD45 as one they make holstes for.

tex45acp · April 13, 2006, 09:07 PM

I will probably buy another Milt Sparks Versa Max 2 for my XD-45 like the one I own for my Wilson Combat Professional. Temporarily I am carrying OWB in a Galco. It carries very nicely in that holster.

Anthony2 · April 28, 2006, 02:02 PM

www.concealco.com

I really like these holsters myself...worth checking out either way...

BADMAN400 · April 30, 2006, 07:18 PM

RR, everyone is suggesting leather/expensive. You said you prefer OWB. I have a Fobus paddle holster that I use in IDPA. It hugs close to the body and the lining on the paddle holds the holster securely in place. The holster fits the gun perfectly and even has a tension screw to adjust how tight you want the gun held. Price was $25. I liked it so much, I got another for my HK P2000, and my Taurus PT-145.

riverrat66 · April 30, 2006, 09:12 PM

BADMAN400,

What's the model number of that Forbus and is it specifically for the XD45? I'm having trouble finding it on their website.

Riverrat66

BADMAN400 · April 30, 2006, 09:17 PM

RR, it's the SP-11. Here is the link: https://secure.fobusholster.com/cata...4ece88812f6e44

ReefBlueCoupe · May 4, 2006, 10:21 PM

Check ebay for that paddle holster. I just picked one up for $18.99 + $6 to ship priority, or $4.50 for 1st class mail.

ebay link

Vinagre · May 5, 2006, 11:13 AM

Check out this link, not sure if they have a block for an XD45 though (email him and ask)....

http://www.holsters.org/

March 22, 2006, 11:28 PM	#2
riverrat66 Senior Member Join Date: December 23, 2004 Location: Western New York Posts: 394	I found some. Hold on fellas, after a little more investigation I found a bunch of holsters for the XD45 made by Galco and Don Hume. So far all have been OWB and one Crossdraw, none have been IWB. If anyone finds anymore I would appreciate it if you would please let me know. Riverrat66

March 22, 2006, 11:29 PM	#3
K-Man Member Join Date: June 18, 2005 Posts: 60	I have an XD 45 and can make you any holster you may want. If I remember correctly, Tucker Gun Leather also can make holsters for the XD 45. __________________ www.kdholsters.com U.S. Navy (Retired) May we always have the freedom to pursue our dreams.

March 23, 2006, 06:38 AM	#6
K-Man Member Join Date: June 18, 2005 Posts: 60	riverrat: I am the owner/maker at K&D Holsters - sorry I didn't clarify that for you in my original posting. I do a wide range of holsters for a large selection of guns. The XD 45 is one of the most recent additions to that selection. The gun I have though is a "dummy" gun. __________________ www.kdholsters.com U.S. Navy (Retired) May we always have the freedom to pursue our dreams.

March 23, 2006, 11:45 AM	#11
dairycreek Senior Member Join Date: November 30, 1998 Location: North Plains, Oregon, USA Posts: 1,867	I have had my XD45 for some time now and have used a FIST #43 belt slide clip holster combo to carry it. This neat combo holster allows me to carry either IWB or OWB depending on my choice of clothing for the day. Works well and all for less than $60.00. __________________ ALWAYS PROTECT YOUR HEARING AND VISION GOOD SHOOTING

March 23, 2006, 04:32 PM	#12
tegemu Senior Member Join Date: October 14, 2005 Location: Orange Park, Fla Posts: 1,019	www.brommelandgunleather.com __________________ People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence in their behalf. - George Orwell

March 22, 2006, 10:51 PM	#1
riverrat66 Senior Member Join Date: December 23, 2004 Location: Western New York Posts: 394	Need a Good Holster for my XD45 I need some suggestions for a holster for my new XD45 that I'm expecting to arrive anyday now. I prefer OWB but would consider IWB. I also have been thinking about trying "crossdraw" after reading so much about it on this forum. I've tried carrying my Glock IWB in a Galco and it was very uncomfortable, then I tried it in a Alessi holster and it was much better. I currently have several Alessi, Galco, Avanti, Don Hume, and one Fobus for my other handguns but none seem to offer a holster for the XD45 except Fobus. Can anyone offer any suggestions?

March 22, 2006, 11:47 PM	#4
riverrat66 Senior Member Join Date: December 23, 2004 Location: Western New York Posts: 394	K-Man, Thanks for the link to K&D Holsters. They do good work and reasonable too. Are you in the business also? BTW, how does the XD45 carry? Do you have the 4" or 5" model? Can't wait for mine to arrive.

March 23, 2006, 01:22 AM	#5
#18indycolts Junior member Join Date: January 3, 2006 Location: Indpls Posts: 1,159	I'd look into a IWb uncle mike's. that just me though.

March 23, 2006, 10:08 AM	#7
riverrat66 Senior Member Join Date: December 23, 2004 Location: Western New York Posts: 394	K-Man, Thanks for clarifying that. As soon as my XD45 arrives I will be contacting you. Thanks again. Riverrat66

March 23, 2006, 10:23 AM	#8
riverrat66 Senior Member Join Date: December 23, 2004 Location: Western New York Posts: 394	#18indycolts, I looked at over 55 different models of Uncle Mikes holsters, including the Sidekick Kydex Concealment Holsters, none of which were IWB or available for the XD45. Do you know of one that I am not finding?

March 23, 2006, 10:36 AM	#9
9mm_prn Senior Member Join Date: February 20, 2006 Posts: 172	I have been very happy with the Bianchi Black Widow holsters (cheap IMO at $50.00). I'd take a look. I would also recommend not buying a holster unless you have been able to try it on with your gun in it (sitting and standing) and see how well you like it. Everyones anatomy is a little different so what may be the greatest holster in the world for one guy may be your worst choice.

March 23, 2006, 11:04 AM	#10
riverrat66 Senior Member Join Date: December 23, 2004 Location: Western New York Posts: 394	9mm_prn, Bianchi Holsters has some very nice choices in both OTW and IWB. Wow, I thought it was going to be slim pickins' but in reality it has turned into an abundance of different holsters. Thanks for your help guys. Riverrat66

April 12, 2006, 08:23 AM	#13
UH1-D Rotorhead Junior member Join Date: March 15, 2006 Posts: 576	Hey K-man.... ....any chance of an authentic "repro" of the M-3 Tanker holster?

April 12, 2006, 03:21 PM	#14
kennybs plbg Senior Member Join Date: May 27, 2004 Location: Hemet, Ca. Posts: 524	Take it over to Alessi on Niagara Falls Blvd. and get one custom made. I was there today for new snaps on my old one (n/c )and inquiring about a new owb for my 13 and they said the wait for the local walkin customer is only about 30 days. Prices around $85- $115. kenny b

April 12, 2006, 08:57 PM	#15
riverrat66 Senior Member Join Date: December 23, 2004 Location: Western New York Posts: 394	Kenny, Alessi Holsters is about 5 minutes from my house and I know "Skip" who works there so maybe he could "rush" my order if I have to "custom order" something for my XD45. I'll stop by there in the morning on my way to my camp. I'm anxious as hell to shoot this new gun!

April 12, 2006, 09:11 PM	#16
kennybs plbg Senior Member Join Date: May 27, 2004 Location: Hemet, Ca. Posts: 524	Have fun, I hope it's everything you want it to be and more. kenny b

April 13, 2006, 05:40 AM	#17
K-Man Member Join Date: June 18, 2005 Posts: 60	UH1-D Rotorhead: Let me see what I can find for an example. Send me an email at leathercraft-at-hotmail.com when you get a chance and we can discuss it. __________________ www.kdholsters.com U.S. Navy (Retired) May we always have the freedom to pursue our dreams.

April 13, 2006, 07:16 AM	#18
Billy Sparks Senior Member Join Date: December 10, 1999 Location: Winston-Salem, NC 27105 Posts: 745	tegemu, you sure about Brommeland? I just checked and they do not list the XD45 as one they make holstes for.

April 13, 2006, 09:07 PM	#19
tex45acp Senior Member Join Date: March 18, 2005 Location: The Great State of Texas Posts: 1,032	I will probably buy another Milt Sparks Versa Max 2 for my XD-45 like the one I own for my Wilson Combat Professional. Temporarily I am carrying OWB in a Galco. It carries very nicely in that holster. __________________ “All that is required for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing.“

April 28, 2006, 02:02 PM	#20
Anthony2 Senior Member Join Date: March 2, 2006 Location: Michigan Posts: 360	www.concealco.com I really like these holsters myself...worth checking out either way... __________________ "I may disagree with what you have to say, but I'll defend to the death your right to say it."-Voltaire "Baaa or Freedom!" - Ted Nugent "Even if you are a minority of one, the truth is the truth." - Ghandi "The Addiction to Guns, The only addiction to ever SAVE a life!"- Me

April 30, 2006, 07:18 PM	#21
BADMAN400 Senior Member Join Date: December 24, 2005 Location: Easley, SC Posts: 260	RR, everyone is suggesting leather/expensive. You said you prefer OWB. I have a Fobus paddle holster that I use in IDPA. It hugs close to the body and the lining on the paddle holds the holster securely in place. The holster fits the gun perfectly and even has a tension screw to adjust how tight you want the gun held. Price was $25. I liked it so much, I got another for my HK P2000, and my Taurus PT-145. __________________ "No one knows what it's like to be the badman..." _The Who

April 30, 2006, 09:12 PM	#22
riverrat66 Senior Member Join Date: December 23, 2004 Location: Western New York Posts: 394	BADMAN400, What's the model number of that Forbus and is it specifically for the XD45? I'm having trouble finding it on their website. Riverrat66 __________________ Life Member Vietnam Veterans of America Life Member DAV Life Member NRA Life Member Harley Owners Group

April 30, 2006, 09:17 PM	#23
BADMAN400 Senior Member Join Date: December 24, 2005 Location: Easley, SC Posts: 260	RR, it's the SP-11. Here is the link: https://secure.fobusholster.com/cata...4ece88812f6e44 __________________ "No one knows what it's like to be the badman..." _The Who

May 4, 2006, 10:21 PM	#24
ReefBlueCoupe Senior Member Join Date: December 9, 2001 Location: TN Posts: 134	Check ebay for that paddle holster. I just picked one up for $18.99 + $6 to ship priority, or $4.50 for 1st class mail. ebay link __________________ I'm a brick house and you're a lean-to. www.lxcoupe.com

May 5, 2006, 11:13 AM	#25
Vinagre Member Join Date: April 4, 2006 Location: Lakeside, CA Posts: 44	Check out this link, not sure if they have a block for an XD45 though (email him and ask).... http://www.holsters.org/ __________________ Springfield 1911A1 (PX9151L) CZ 75 Compact .40SW; S&W Mdl 39-2 A. Uberti 1860 Army Colt; Ruger KGP-141 Randall Knives (Mdl 1 & 2)