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Old April 28, 2007, 08:45 PM   #1
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Best holster for Glock 19?

Can you recommend a good holster for a G19? I'd like to wear outside my pants at four o'clock. Thanks.
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Old April 29, 2007, 04:15 AM   #2
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Fobus Paddle holster !
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Old April 29, 2007, 07:53 PM   #3
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The Fobus is OK, but I prefer the Blade-Tech (the $20 one) for comfort and speed. I've used both holsters for carry and IDPA. The B-T gets my vote. I carry my G19 in one every day.

NOTE: Both holsters have too much plastic at the bottom rear. There's no good reason to have all that stuff sticking out and printing under your cover garment. I cut the bottom 1" off both holsters and am very happy with the result.
I mentioned this to a Fobus rep at the S.H.O.T. Show and he pointed to a new holster they just introduced that's trimmed just right. Only problem is the dumb-looking "Fobus" logo on the side. A minor point, I'll admit.

I've found paddle holsters to be much more comfortable than belt holsters and much, much easier to get on and off.

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Old April 30, 2007, 06:59 PM   #4
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Blackhawk Serpa

Nicest "low drag" retention available.
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Old April 30, 2007, 09:57 PM   #5
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Sidearmor
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Old May 3, 2007, 02:00 PM   #6
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Depends on your personal preference and intended uses...

I have a Galco Leather Belt holster that I use for my G19.
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Old May 3, 2007, 02:55 PM   #7
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I've owned a number of fobus holsters and I believe the only thing they have going for them is that they are dirt cheap. Try a comp-tac holster....although you'll spend more, you'll find that its well worth it.
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Old May 3, 2007, 03:55 PM   #8
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Like the Sidearmor for Kydex...can't beat a Mitch Rosen or El Paso for a High Ride when it comes to leather.
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Old May 21, 2007, 10:28 AM   #9
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Thanks for your input. Very helpful.
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Old May 28, 2007, 11:27 AM   #10
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Bianchi Snaplok or Paddlelok are very nice, and also with positive retention.
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Old May 28, 2007, 02:31 PM   #11
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The Fobus is OK, but I prefer the Blade-Tech (the $20 one) for comfort and speed. I've used both holsters for carry and IDPA. The B-T gets my vote. I carry my G19 in one every day.
I have a Fobus GL2 RotoHolster and a Blade-Tech for my G19, I like the versatility of the RotoHolster, but the draw seems tough, and retention isn't adjustable like the Blade-Tech.

Granted I don't carry except for IDPA, but I REALLY like the cheap Blade-Tech. However, I'm looking at Comp-Tac for an IWB holster for when my CCW comes through.
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Old May 28, 2007, 02:55 PM   #12
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LEATHER. Take a look at all that Galco or Bianchi has to offer. Personally, I carry in a Galco Fletch and its a fine holster at a fine price. You cannot go wrong with a quality leather holster and I certainly recommend any thing from either maker listed above. Although there are many supports of the "plastic" holsters, to me, nothing holds and works better than a nice leather holster. Leather is more expensive but worth it. Don't get confused on price vs. value. Price is what you pay and value is what you get. I think long term there is a lot of value in leather holsters.
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Old May 28, 2007, 04:06 PM   #13
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Safariland 6377 (belt) or 6378 (paddle) are really nice if you're looking for an active retention holster.
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Old June 3, 2007, 11:42 PM   #14
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Another fan of the Blade-Tech holsters, have one of their IWB on right now.

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