Rugged plain holster

BradF · February 1, 2009, 12:12 PM

I'm looking for a sturdy leather holster that will hold my Ruger Super blackhawk with 7.5" barrel. I won't be shooting fastdraw and I do not care how plain it is. I will be bouncing around on a tractor with it and I might use it for hunting. I might need a shoulder holster for my application, but would prefer a hip holster. Whatever it is, it must hold the revolver securely. To make matters more complicated I'm a leftie so I'm guessing my choices are more limited. I would prefer something that doesn't cost a days salary too.

Creature · February 1, 2009, 12:29 PM

Check out Don Hume holsters. Excellent quality at a very reasonable price.

my bad...he doesnt make one for the Blackhawk, sorry.

Hoss Fly · February 1, 2009, 03:13 PM

If it wer me & wanted one to mearly protect & HOLD my shooter & did'nt care bout the looks i'd go with sumthin like a Uncle Mike's Sidekick for bout $20

BradF · February 1, 2009, 06:19 PM

I don't like nylon or I would go that route.

usaz · February 5, 2009, 09:45 AM

I've had good luck over the years using Hunter's model 1100 holster. Their size #50 is made to fit your 7 1/2" Ruger. It's a simple proven design, very rugged and efficient. They are American made, have a retention strap, and are offered in left hand versions. Plus they are not expensive. Here's their website ( http://www.huntercompany.com/index.html ). I just bought a used one off eBay yesterday for $15 shipped. At my local gunshop they sell for $40 new, which is not alot for a heavy duty working holster.

sundance44s · February 5, 2009, 09:57 AM

I just bought one of the Hunter holsters for my Ruger ROA ...it`s a nice holster at a good price ..it was 44.00 to my door ...it looks black in the pic here , but it`s a tan color .
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000N8LP62/...0&linkCode=asn

jhenry · February 6, 2009, 08:36 PM

My first choice for just about any type of serious application would be to contact Rob Leahy at SimplyRugged dawt com. Hand made in Alaska for real world rugged use. Great service.

mykeal · February 7, 2009, 06:20 AM

I can vouch for Simply Rugged holsters as excellent quality. I have a pancake for my carry gun, a S&W Model 60. Very highly recommended.

February 1, 2009, 12:12 PM	#1
BradF Senior Member Join Date: December 7, 2008 Location: NE AL Posts: 172	Rugged plain holster I'm looking for a sturdy leather holster that will hold my Ruger Super blackhawk with 7.5" barrel. I won't be shooting fastdraw and I do not care how plain it is. I will be bouncing around on a tractor with it and I might use it for hunting. I might need a shoulder holster for my application, but would prefer a hip holster. Whatever it is, it must hold the revolver securely. To make matters more complicated I'm a leftie so I'm guessing my choices are more limited. I would prefer something that doesn't cost a days salary too.

February 1, 2009, 12:29 PM	#2
Creature Junior member Join Date: April 8, 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 3,769	Check out Don Hume holsters. Excellent quality at a very reasonable price. my bad...he doesnt make one for the Blackhawk, sorry. Last edited by Creature; February 1, 2009 at 12:55 PM. Reason: amplifying info.

February 6, 2009, 08:36 PM	#7
jhenry Senior Member Join Date: May 27, 2006 Location: Ozarks Posts: 1,840	My first choice for just about any type of serious application would be to contact Rob Leahy at SimplyRugged dawt com. Hand made in Alaska for real world rugged use. Great service. __________________ "A Liberal is someone who doesn't care what you do, as long as it's mandatory". - Charles Krauthammer

February 1, 2009, 03:13 PM	#3
Hoss Fly Junior member Join Date: December 27, 2005 Location: East Texas Posts: 849	If it wer me & wanted one to mearly protect & HOLD my shooter & did'nt care bout the looks i'd go with sumthin like a Uncle Mike's Sidekick for bout $20

February 1, 2009, 06:19 PM	#4
BradF Senior Member Join Date: December 7, 2008 Location: NE AL Posts: 172	I don't like nylon or I would go that route.

February 5, 2009, 09:45 AM	#5
usaz Member Join Date: August 1, 2008 Location: Northern AZ Posts: 50	I've had good luck over the years using Hunter's model 1100 holster. Their size #50 is made to fit your 7 1/2" Ruger. It's a simple proven design, very rugged and efficient. They are American made, have a retention strap, and are offered in left hand versions. Plus they are not expensive. Here's their website ( http://www.huntercompany.com/index.html ). I just bought a used one off eBay yesterday for $15 shipped. At my local gunshop they sell for $40 new, which is not alot for a heavy duty working holster.

February 5, 2009, 09:57 AM	#6
sundance44s Senior Member Join Date: February 6, 2006 Location: Hernando , Ms. Posts: 579	I just bought one of the Hunter holsters for my Ruger ROA ...it`s a nice holster at a good price ..it was 44.00 to my door ...it looks black in the pic here , but it`s a tan color . http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000N8LP62/...0&linkCode=asn

February 7, 2009, 06:20 AM	#8
mykeal Senior Member Join Date: October 8, 2006 Location: Northern Michigan Posts: 2,772	I can vouch for Simply Rugged holsters as excellent quality. I have a pancake for my carry gun, a S&W Model 60. Very highly recommended.