1st leather holster- moves on belt

jproaster · February 4, 2013, 11:12 AM

Just wondering how to keep galco stinger holster for a p238 from sliding on my 1.25 in. belt.

John

Dragline45 · February 4, 2013, 02:50 PM

You might need a more heavy duty belt, one specifically made for carrying a holster. Several holster makers sell these belts in different width's and thicknesses. Maybe a thicker belt would prevent the holster from moving around so much.

Personally, I like a little movement. When I sit in the car I like to shift the holster to a different position to accommodate for sitting and to make it more comfortable.

jproaster · February 4, 2013, 03:12 PM

Dragline, I think that im already getting to understand your point of ability to shift holster positions.

To be honest i figured that having a pinned holster would make removing the pistol easier too. But my practice today shows that the holster is releasing pretty well and doesnt move along the belt during removal.

Maybe my query was premature.

Thanks for the help.

John

MTSCMike · February 4, 2013, 04:51 PM

I have a Stinger for my LCP and love it. Play with belt thickness until you find one that makes it snug but still allows you to move it when wanted.

jason_iowa · February 4, 2013, 11:49 PM

Galco makes a nice gun belt. My next belt will be from Bullhidebelts.com. I have never had one but I have been looking and they look like a superb belt to me.

I try to "pin" my holster between belt loops so that it can not slide much. Depending on what I'm wearing some are easier to keep from moving.

Dress pants I have a tailor do the belt loops so that my holster sits between 2 that are reinforced so that they don't tear off if my gun gets on something. Could do this with jeans as well but jeans typically have better belt loops then dress pants.

Honestly if you are going to carry concealed as a lifestyle an not a hobby I suggest finding a good tailor. He/she will soon become your best friend. Ill buy a pile of clothes and take them to the tailor and get a load done for 50-100 bucks. It may seem like kind of a lot to pay extra on your clothes but unless you have a wife who is a super seamstress or are one yourself its more then worth it.

wyodesertrat · February 5, 2013, 12:23 AM

I really like my wilderness tactical belt

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jproaster · February 5, 2013, 06:33 PM

Thanks for the replies; im getting used to the fit, but will be looking into a belt made for this holster.

John

Gaerek · February 7, 2013, 10:51 AM

Is your belt a gun belt? I know some manufacturers make 1.25" gun belts. But really, if you have no need for the 1.25" belt (some people do...they need to carry and look dressy, etc) get a 1.5". That's really the minimum for a sturdy platform for your gun. Stay away from the department store when looking for gun belts. If you can fold part of the belt in half the long way, it's not nearly sturdy enough.

http://www.concealmentsolutions.com

They make several styles of gun belt. They even have a 1.25" variety, if you need it. It's made out of horsehide, which is heavier duty (and more expensive) than cowhide. I have one of their regular 1.5" cowhide belts and it works great.

22Rimfire · February 17, 2013, 07:32 AM

Years ago, when I worked armed security, I had the same problem. I bought "belt stays" from my local Police uniform shop, worked great. Dont know if they still make them or not.

BlkHawk73 · February 17, 2013, 09:55 AM

Use a GOOD holster and an equally GOOD belt. Preferrably from the same maker. Myself, all mine come from Mitch Rosen. Perfect tight fit so there's no movement, no sag and perfect retention. Cheap out on either and you're getting what you pay for. The mass produced, production line stuff just never seems to offer the better fit.

FALPhil · February 17, 2013, 10:35 AM

I have found that these make excellent gun belts at a fraction of the price of branded gun belts.

February 4, 2013, 11:12 AM	#1
jproaster Senior Member Join Date: November 14, 2010 Location: SE Tennessee Posts: 239	1st leather holster- moves on belt Just wondering how to keep galco stinger holster for a p238 from sliding on my 1.25 in. belt. John

February 4, 2013, 02:50 PM	#2
Dragline45 Senior Member Join Date: November 30, 2010 Posts: 3,513	You might need a more heavy duty belt, one specifically made for carrying a holster. Several holster makers sell these belts in different width's and thicknesses. Maybe a thicker belt would prevent the holster from moving around so much. Personally, I like a little movement. When I sit in the car I like to shift the holster to a different position to accommodate for sitting and to make it more comfortable. Last edited by Dragline45; February 4, 2013 at 05:03 PM.

February 4, 2013, 04:51 PM	#4
MTSCMike Senior Member Join Date: March 15, 2011 Location: Middle TN Posts: 164	I have a Stinger for my LCP and love it. Play with belt thickness until you find one that makes it snug but still allows you to move it when wanted. __________________ IDPA Member A00640 Founding Charter Member - Middle Tennessee Shooter's Club

February 17, 2013, 09:55 AM	#10
BlkHawk73 Senior Member Join Date: January 14, 1999 Location: Maine Posts: 756	Use a GOOD holster and an equally GOOD belt. Preferrably from the same maker. Myself, all mine come from Mitch Rosen. Perfect tight fit so there's no movement, no sag and perfect retention. Cheap out on either and you're getting what you pay for. The mass produced, production line stuff just never seems to offer the better fit. __________________ Shoot safe, shoot often

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February 4, 2013, 03:12 PM	#3
jproaster Senior Member Join Date: November 14, 2010 Location: SE Tennessee Posts: 239	Dragline, I think that im already getting to understand your point of ability to shift holster positions. To be honest i figured that having a pinned holster would make removing the pistol easier too. But my practice today shows that the holster is releasing pretty well and doesnt move along the belt during removal. Maybe my query was premature. Thanks for the help. John

February 4, 2013, 11:49 PM	#5
jason_iowa Senior Member Join Date: July 30, 2011 Posts: 686	Galco makes a nice gun belt. My next belt will be from Bullhidebelts.com. I have never had one but I have been looking and they look like a superb belt to me. I try to "pin" my holster between belt loops so that it can not slide much. Depending on what I'm wearing some are easier to keep from moving. Dress pants I have a tailor do the belt loops so that my holster sits between 2 that are reinforced so that they don't tear off if my gun gets on something. Could do this with jeans as well but jeans typically have better belt loops then dress pants. Honestly if you are going to carry concealed as a lifestyle an not a hobby I suggest finding a good tailor. He/she will soon become your best friend. Ill buy a pile of clothes and take them to the tailor and get a load done for 50-100 bucks. It may seem like kind of a lot to pay extra on your clothes but unless you have a wife who is a super seamstress or are one yourself its more then worth it.

February 5, 2013, 12:23 AM	#6
wyodesertrat Junior Member Join Date: December 15, 2012 Posts: 4	I really like my wilderness tactical belt Sent from my electronic trigger device using Tapatalk

February 5, 2013, 06:33 PM	#7
jproaster Senior Member Join Date: November 14, 2010 Location: SE Tennessee Posts: 239	Thanks for the replies; im getting used to the fit, but will be looking into a belt made for this holster. John

February 7, 2013, 10:51 AM	#8
Gaerek Senior Member Join Date: October 3, 2012 Location: Arizona Posts: 939	Is your belt a gun belt? I know some manufacturers make 1.25" gun belts. But really, if you have no need for the 1.25" belt (some people do...they need to carry and look dressy, etc) get a 1.5". That's really the minimum for a sturdy platform for your gun. Stay away from the department store when looking for gun belts. If you can fold part of the belt in half the long way, it's not nearly sturdy enough. http://www.concealmentsolutions.com They make several styles of gun belt. They even have a 1.25" variety, if you need it. It's made out of horsehide, which is heavier duty (and more expensive) than cowhide. I have one of their regular 1.5" cowhide belts and it works great.

February 17, 2013, 07:32 AM	#9
22Rimfire Junior Member Join Date: March 25, 2012 Location: Indiana Posts: 8	Years ago, when I worked armed security, I had the same problem. I bought "belt stays" from my local Police uniform shop, worked great. Dont know if they still make them or not.

February 17, 2013, 10:35 AM	#11
FALPhil Senior Member Join Date: September 10, 2007 Location: Racoon City Posts: 934	I have found that these make excellent gun belts at a fraction of the price of branded gun belts.