this Holster good for my colt commander?

noobinguns · June 15, 2006, 07:29 AM

http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/71259-5876-2263.html

Im thinking about getting one...anybody with one? How good is it?

Don H · June 15, 2006, 04:33 PM

It's a generic holster that fits both 1911s and Glocks. That means that it's not going to fit either really well. The belt slots accomodate up to a 1-3/4" wide belt so if you use a narrower belt, the holster will tend to move around a bit and not feel very secure. I think, for just a bit more money, you can get a holster that was designed specifically for your pistol. By the way, did you note that the holster is out of stock?

VirgilCaine · June 24, 2006, 07:59 AM

No. Commanders need an open top design. The thumb break only gets in the way, unless your city/dept requires a thumb break. Commanders are made to carry in condition 1 ala 'Locked & Cocked'. Look into a holster with a tension screw. Galco, Highnoon, Bianchi, Don Hume, etc..all make nice leather for Commanders...IMO. Also IMO, forget the thumb break.

tegemu · June 25, 2006, 09:40 AM

For not much more you can have a Service Grade Brommeland Max Con V. It will fit your pistol perfectly and is one of the most highly regarded of all the holsters. The Service Grade is not listed in Gary Brommeland's catalog yet but give him a call, the service Grade is also delivered quickly.www.brommelandgunleather.com

Mike in VA · June 28, 2006, 07:51 AM

Don H-
Not ot be too picky, but that Galco is available for a variety of handguns, but it is not a 'generic', i.e. "one size fitts all", holster. Each is moldeded and boned for the specific brand. When buying, you tell 'em which mode holster l(i.e. "Fletch") for which gun (I.e. Colt Commander). Galco makes good stuff. CTD does offer some cheaper nylon generics for $10-20, but that Galco isn't one of them. I suspect the reason it's out of stock is because it's a pretty good price (YMMV).

You are correct about the belt slot, though.

Don H · June 28, 2006, 10:03 AM

Mike,

I was relying on the description given at the link. Since it was, and still is out of stock, I wasn't able to follow the ordering path to determine whether there are in fact specific models for Glock and 1911s. Thank you for correcting my mis-statement.

Johnny Guest · July 10, 2006, 08:43 AM

I share your disdain for the One Size Fits None type holster, but as the others have stated, this one is NOT one of them.

CTD normally offers that type holster in different models to fit the various handguns listed:
Colt 1911 4-1/4"
Glock 19, 23 & 32
Kimber 1911 4"
Para-Ordnance P13
S&W SW1911CS 4-1/4"
Springfield Armory 1911 4"

Note that the holster is a Galco brand model FL226. Galco makes a pretty full line of holsters, using top quality materials and excellent workmanship. If you order one for a Commander, it will be the proper length and will fit snugly.

One usually gets the BEST selection by going directly to the source. You may go to the Galco web site and see the line. Holster selection main chart.

See details on the Fletch holster here.

Personally, I like to see what I'm buying, so I try to locate the item somewhere nearby. If there is a Cabela's store near you, they carry a limited selection of Galco holsters. I don't know about the comparative pricing.

Best,
Johnny

June 15, 2006, 07:29 AM	#1
noobinguns Junior Member Join Date: May 30, 2006 Posts: 12	this Holster good for my colt commander? http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/71259-5876-2263.html Im thinking about getting one...anybody with one? How good is it?

June 24, 2006, 07:59 AM	#3
VirgilCaine Senior Member Join Date: October 29, 2004 Location: Northern Michigan Posts: 419	No. Commanders need an open top design. The thumb break only gets in the way, unless your city/dept requires a thumb break. Commanders are made to carry in condition 1 ala 'Locked & Cocked'. Look into a holster with a tension screw. Galco, Highnoon, Bianchi, Don Hume, etc..all make nice leather for Commanders...IMO. Also IMO, forget the thumb break. __________________ "Danger Itself Is The Best Remedy For Danger"

June 25, 2006, 09:40 AM	#4
tegemu Senior Member Join Date: October 14, 2005 Location: Orange Park, Fla Posts: 1,019	For not much more you can have a Service Grade Brommeland Max Con V. It will fit your pistol perfectly and is one of the most highly regarded of all the holsters. The Service Grade is not listed in Gary Brommeland's catalog yet but give him a call, the service Grade is also delivered quickly.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

June 28, 2006, 07:51 AM	#5
Mike in VA Senior Member Join Date: October 16, 1998 Location: Santa FE, NM Posts: 2,163	Don H- Not ot be too picky, but that Galco is available for a variety of handguns, but it is not a 'generic', i.e. "one size fitts all", holster. Each is moldeded and boned for the specific brand. When buying, you tell 'em which mode holster l(i.e. "Fletch") for which gun (I.e. Colt Commander). Galco makes good stuff. CTD does offer some cheaper nylon generics for $10-20, but that Galco isn't one of them. I suspect the reason it's out of stock is because it's a pretty good price (YMMV). You are correct about the belt slot, though. __________________ M2 The Second Amendment IS homeland defense!

July 10, 2006, 08:43 AM	#7
Johnny Guest Moderator in Memoriam Join Date: August 28, 1999 Location: North Texas Posts: 4,123	A little additional information - - I share your disdain for the One Size Fits None type holster, but as the others have stated, this one is NOT one of them. CTD normally offers that type holster in different models to fit the various handguns listed: Colt 1911 4-1/4" Glock 19, 23 & 32 Kimber 1911 4" Para-Ordnance P13 S&W SW1911CS 4-1/4" Springfield Armory 1911 4" Note that the holster is a Galco brand model FL226. Galco makes a pretty full line of holsters, using top quality materials and excellent workmanship. If you order one for a Commander, it will be the proper length and will fit snugly. One usually gets the BEST selection by going directly to the source. You may go to the Galco web site and see the line. Holster selection main chart. See details on the Fletch holster here. Personally, I like to see what I'm buying, so I try to locate the item somewhere nearby. If there is a Cabela's store near you, they carry a limited selection of Galco holsters. I don't know about the comparative pricing. Best, Johnny

June 15, 2006, 04:33 PM	#2
Don H Senior Member Join Date: May 8, 2000 Location: SLC,Utah Posts: 2,704	It's a generic holster that fits both 1911s and Glocks. That means that it's not going to fit either really well. The belt slots accomodate up to a 1-3/4" wide belt so if you use a narrower belt, the holster will tend to move around a bit and not feel very secure. I think, for just a bit more money, you can get a holster that was designed specifically for your pistol. By the way, did you note that the holster is out of stock?

June 28, 2006, 10:03 AM	#6
Don H Senior Member Join Date: May 8, 2000 Location: SLC,Utah Posts: 2,704	Mike, I was relying on the description given at the link. Since it was, and still is out of stock, I wasn't able to follow the ordering path to determine whether there are in fact specific models for Glock and 1911s. Thank you for correcting my mis-statement.