Alien Gear 3.0

garryc · September 14, 2015, 08:27 PM

I just got an e-mail saying my Alien Gear 3.0 holster for my Glock 26 has been shipped. That is the type of holster I like, but I have been buying from Homestead holsters.

It took three weeks, them saying it is hand fitted ( or something like that).

All I can say is it better be worth the wait.

jglsprings · September 14, 2015, 08:48 PM

Okay

Slimjim9 · September 14, 2015, 09:30 PM

Report back when you find out.

Amegatek · September 16, 2015, 07:31 AM

I have the Alien Gear 2.0 for my Ruger SR1911LW CMD. Very comfortable and conceals nicely. I also have the 1.0 version for my Glock 19 and the OWB model for my Ruger. I like them all.

lee n. field · September 16, 2015, 10:35 AM

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them saying it is hand fitted ( or something like that).

Eh? not really. The shell is molded to the particular gun, yes.

Yep, do tell us.

I have 3, two with leather, on of the AG 2 with the neoprene. The neoprene one I don't like so much, probably because it's for a snubby revolver, and doesn't work as well. For me. IMHO&YMMV.

BTW, FWIW, I've cut myself on the metal clip.

BigMikey76 · September 16, 2015, 11:38 AM

I really like my Alien Gear holsters. I have the 2.0 with the neoprene backing and the OWB with leather. They both work great, and I love that I can switch the kydex shells out so both of the holsters can work with both of my carry guns.

Cheapshooter · September 16, 2015, 12:36 PM

I have several Theis Hybrid holsters for various CCW guns. All have worked perfectly, fit tye gun perfectly, and haolsve been delivered within a couple weeks.
My son has an Alien Gear which he likes a lotk. I think it is probably a good holster, but at this point I have no reason to change.

Tony C · September 17, 2015, 01:11 AM

For what it is worth, I have been using my Cloak Tuck 3.0 for about 60 days now, maybe a little more.

I have used the Galco King Tuck line of holsters for a couple of years and have been happy with them. When I made a new purchase for daily carry (XDs 9mm) and needed a new holster, I decided to give one of these a try.

It also took me about four or five weeks from ordering it to receive the holster. When I received it, I was VERY skeptical about several things; the comfort of the neoprene against my skin (would it be too hot?), the quality of the build, especially in respect to how the neoprene was secured to the leather backing, the plastic belt hooks, and the formed kydex holding my pistol secure.

Now after wearing it every day I am very happy with my purchase and would recommend these to anyone looking for an IWB holster. It is extremely comfortable to wear and has been from Day One. I had liked the way the leather back of my King Tuck formed to me, but the Cloak Tuck 3.0 and the neoprene is a lot more comfortable, especially in the heat.

There are lots of extras with the holster to change how tight or how loose the shell holds the firearm. These are very versatile.

It would be fair to call me a "shill" for Alien Gear now. I wouldn't think twice about which company to buy an IWB holster from when I need one next. Give this a fair try, and I hope you are as happy with yours as I am with mine.

Regards,
Tony C.
Oregon

garryc · September 26, 2015, 09:15 PM

I wore it today, gun at 3 O'clock mag at 8. Hardly knew I had it on. Really like it.

Ole Joe Clark · October 29, 2015, 09:18 PM

I have one (IWB tuck 3) that I like. It was hard to get into the right position when I first got it. The first time I wore it I had it at about 5 o'clock and it was a royal pain. I almost returned it, but decided to wait and wear it again. After wearing it now for about 2 weeks and determining that my problem was operator error, I'm keeping it. It's is fairly comfortable and does the job as advertised. I recommend it if you are looking for an IWB holster that works well.

Nano65 · July 12, 2016, 09:38 AM

I ordered an Alien Gear Cloak Tuck 3.0 on July 4th for my XDs45 w/Crimson Trace. Got the shipping conformation today, 1 week later. Seems they are moving faster through production to shipment.

I'll let you know how it works out.

tobnpr · July 12, 2016, 02:43 PM

When I don't pocket carry with the BORAII, my Kahr is in the Cloak Tuck 2.0.
Nothing about it I don't like. Here in FL, I'll take the neoprene, over leather every time. Leather, and sweat eventually turn into a really nasty soup.

Nano65 · July 12, 2016, 04:12 PM

I really did like my BORAII for pocket carry but when I installed a Crimson Trace the BORAII went into the drawer with the other orphan holsters. I like the Crimson Trace pocket holster better than the Remora. I am really anxious to get the Tuck 3.0 and start using it. Do you usually use a cover shirt or tuck your shirt in? I don't often open carry in Texas although it is legal.

tuleyz · July 13, 2016, 05:55 AM

Alien gear 3.0 is excellent for the price...feels great with a Glock 43 and a Glock 19.

September 14, 2015, 08:27 PM	#1
garryc Senior Member Join Date: November 12, 2005 Posts: 2,536	Alien Gear 3.0 I just got an e-mail saying my Alien Gear 3.0 holster for my Glock 26 has been shipped. That is the type of holster I like, but I have been buying from Homestead holsters. It took three weeks, them saying it is hand fitted ( or something like that). All I can say is it better be worth the wait.

September 14, 2015, 08:48 PM	#2
jglsprings Senior Member Join Date: January 7, 2009 Posts: 1,827	Okay __________________ Let's eat Grandma. Let's eat, Grandma. Commas save lives...

September 16, 2015, 07:31 AM	#4
Amegatek Member Join Date: October 5, 2002 Location: Orient, OH. Posts: 76	I have the Alien Gear 2.0 for my Ruger SR1911LW CMD. Very comfortable and conceals nicely. I also have the 1.0 version for my Glock 19 and the OWB model for my Ruger. I like them all. __________________ "Gun control is hitting your target." Sig P320C (.45 ACP) Sig P220 Carry (.45 ACP) Springfield Armory XDE (9mm & .45 ACP)

September 16, 2015, 11:38 AM	#6
BigMikey76 Senior Member Join Date: December 3, 2011 Location: Bellevue, NE Posts: 981	I really like my Alien Gear holsters. I have the 2.0 with the neoprene backing and the OWB with leather. They both work great, and I love that I can switch the kydex shells out so both of the holsters can work with both of my carry guns. __________________ Some people are like Slinkies - not really good for anything, but you still can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

September 16, 2015, 12:36 PM	#7
Cheapshooter Senior Member Join Date: December 2, 2007 Location: Missouri Posts: 8,306	I have several Theis Hybrid holsters for various CCW guns. All have worked perfectly, fit tye gun perfectly, and haolsve been delivered within a couple weeks. My son has an Alien Gear which he likes a lotk. I think it is probably a good holster, but at this point I have no reason to change. __________________ Cheapshooter's rules of gun ownership #1: NEVER SELL OR TRADE ANYTHING!

September 14, 2015, 09:30 PM	#3
Slimjim9 Senior Member Join Date: February 5, 2015 Posts: 783	Report back when you find out.

September 17, 2015, 01:11 AM	#8
Tony C Senior Member Join Date: January 6, 2007 Location: Oregon Posts: 293	Cloak Tuck 3.0 For what it is worth, I have been using my Cloak Tuck 3.0 for about 60 days now, maybe a little more. I have used the Galco King Tuck line of holsters for a couple of years and have been happy with them. When I made a new purchase for daily carry (XDs 9mm) and needed a new holster, I decided to give one of these a try. It also took me about four or five weeks from ordering it to receive the holster. When I received it, I was VERY skeptical about several things; the comfort of the neoprene against my skin (would it be too hot?), the quality of the build, especially in respect to how the neoprene was secured to the leather backing, the plastic belt hooks, and the formed kydex holding my pistol secure. Now after wearing it every day I am very happy with my purchase and would recommend these to anyone looking for an IWB holster. It is extremely comfortable to wear and has been from Day One. I had liked the way the leather back of my King Tuck formed to me, but the Cloak Tuck 3.0 and the neoprene is a lot more comfortable, especially in the heat. There are lots of extras with the holster to change how tight or how loose the shell holds the firearm. These are very versatile. It would be fair to call me a "shill" for Alien Gear now. I wouldn't think twice about which company to buy an IWB holster from when I need one next. Give this a fair try, and I hope you are as happy with yours as I am with mine. Regards, Tony C. Oregon

September 26, 2015, 09:15 PM	#9
garryc Senior Member Join Date: November 12, 2005 Posts: 2,536	I wore it today, gun at 3 O'clock mag at 8. Hardly knew I had it on. Really like it.

October 29, 2015, 09:18 PM	#10
Ole Joe Clark Member Join Date: March 14, 2015 Location: Heart of Dixie Posts: 52	I have one (IWB tuck 3) that I like. It was hard to get into the right position when I first got it. The first time I wore it I had it at about 5 o'clock and it was a royal pain. I almost returned it, but decided to wait and wear it again. After wearing it now for about 2 weeks and determining that my problem was operator error, I'm keeping it. It's is fairly comfortable and does the job as advertised. I recommend it if you are looking for an IWB holster that works well.

July 12, 2016, 09:38 AM	#11
Nano65 Junior Member Join Date: April 10, 2016 Location: DFW Area Posts: 9	I ordered an Alien Gear Cloak Tuck 3.0 on July 4th for my XDs45 w/Crimson Trace. Got the shipping conformation today, 1 week later. Seems they are moving faster through production to shipment. I'll let you know how it works out. __________________ NRA Member XDs.45 3.3" Nano LCP

July 12, 2016, 02:43 PM	#12
tobnpr Senior Member Join Date: August 1, 2010 Location: Tampa Bay Posts: 4,556	When I don't pocket carry with the BORAII, my Kahr is in the Cloak Tuck 2.0. Nothing about it I don't like. Here in FL, I'll take the neoprene, over leather every time. Leather, and sweat eventually turn into a really nasty soup. __________________ Remington 700/Savage Rebarreling /Action Blueprinting 07 FFL /Mosin-Nagant Custom Shop/Bent Bolts Genuine Cerakote Applicator www.biggorillagunworks.com

July 12, 2016, 04:12 PM	#13
Nano65 Junior Member Join Date: April 10, 2016 Location: DFW Area Posts: 9	I really did like my BORAII for pocket carry but when I installed a Crimson Trace the BORAII went into the drawer with the other orphan holsters. I like the Crimson Trace pocket holster better than the Remora. I am really anxious to get the Tuck 3.0 and start using it. Do you usually use a cover shirt or tuck your shirt in? I don't often open carry in Texas although it is legal. __________________ NRA Member XDs.45 3.3" Nano LCP

July 13, 2016, 05:55 AM	#14
tuleyz Member Join Date: March 18, 2009 Location: Midwest Posts: 27	Alien gear 3.0 is excellent for the price...feels great with a Glock 43 and a Glock 19.