twister Posted April 4, 2012 Share Posted April 4, 2012 I need to buy a revolver holster for Icore competition and would like to know if I should get a race holster,or a kydex? Thanks for your help,Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Gonsalves Posted April 4, 2012 Share Posted April 4, 2012 I use and like the Ghost Holster. Nice that you can use it with any barrel length. I use the same rig for my ICORE 627 and my USPSA 625. You can get them at the forum sponsor Shooters Connection While you're there check out the North Mountain Moonclip or Speedloader holders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikerburgess Posted April 4, 2012 Share Posted April 4, 2012 the first question I have is what are you shooting? if it is a 5" or shorter the kydex or race holster is more personal preference but if you are shooting a 6"+ gun then I think the race holster would be way easier to draw from. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twister Posted April 4, 2012 Author Share Posted April 4, 2012 I'll be shooting a 5" 625. I like the idea of kydex so you don't have to worry about dropping my gun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldchar Posted April 4, 2012 Share Posted April 4, 2012 If you are shooting multiple types of shoots, you will find the race holster will not always be accepted. I normally shoot one of the Safariland 002 holsters for Icore and USPSA, but I have a police shoot coming up in which the holster must be suitable for street use. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itchy Posted April 5, 2012 Share Posted April 5, 2012 If you are not shooting multiple guns with differing barrel lengths, use what feels more comfortable, whether kydex or race. I used a CR Speed, but ended up dropping my gun twice, so I switched to kydex. I don't think there's much difference in speed. Chris Stewart (Ready Tactical) made me an N frame holster that I could use with either a 5 or 6 inch barrel. I shoot a 627 for ICORE and Steel Challenge. Haven't dropped a gun since. Seiichi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joedodge Posted April 5, 2012 Share Posted April 5, 2012 you could always do what i did get a blade tech drop offset kydex holster adjust the cant and grind all the kydex you dont want/need and have a good fast kydex holster with the benefits of a race holster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cuzinvinny Posted April 5, 2012 Share Posted April 5, 2012 A race holster does give you the flexibility to use iron sights or a dot if you choose. I can use my CR speed holster with either my 627 which wears a red dot, or my 610 which has iron sights, since they are both 5" guns. I must admit that I keep considering the purchase of a Kydex holster for the 610. I have never had a gun fall out of the CR speed, but it sure does worry me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yamaholic Posted April 5, 2012 Share Posted April 5, 2012 I'm new also to revolver , I ended up buying the DAA race master holster for my 625 5". After I watched their demo video I was sold. Im hoping to see it in the mail tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldchar Posted April 5, 2012 Share Posted April 5, 2012 you could always do what i did get a blade tech drop offset kydex holster adjust the cant and grind all the kydex you dont want/need and have a good fast kydex holster with the benefits of a race holster sounds like a safariland 002 (: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roundabout Posted April 5, 2012 Share Posted April 5, 2012 (edited) I'm a fan of the Ghost. As stated previously, you can run a Limited revolver or Open and any barrel length without adjusting anything. I shoot ICORE and USPSA Revolver so I have multiple revolvers I use depending on the occasion and the Ghost works perfect for all of my N frame guns. CR Speed is a good holster if you only run one revolver. The Racemaster is similar to the Ghost but does offer a lot more versatility relative to shooting different types of firearms. This is the only type holster I don't own, but I know a few guys that do and they seem very satisfied with their rigs. Edited April 5, 2012 by roundabout Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carmoney Posted April 5, 2012 Share Posted April 5, 2012 I'll be shooting a 5" 625. I like the idea of kydex so you don't have to worry about dropping my gun. Smart move. I like that idea too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyT Posted April 5, 2012 Share Posted April 5, 2012 (edited) I use the Hoeppner & Schumann Speed Sec holster from Competitive Edge Dynamics. It is a speed holster which fits every S&W revolver, be it K, L or N frame. Edited April 5, 2012 by TonyT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twister Posted April 5, 2012 Author Share Posted April 5, 2012 Thanks for all the help. I ordered a doh bladetech from shooters connection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roundabout Posted April 6, 2012 Share Posted April 6, 2012 You'll never go wrong with a Bladetech! Have fun shooting a wheel gun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intel6 Posted April 6, 2012 Share Posted April 6, 2012 I use the Hoeppner & Schumann Speed Sec holster from Competitive Edge Dynamics. It is a speed holster which fits every S&W revolver, be it K, L or N frame. I got one of these so my revolver rig can be used with any of my S&W's including my 617. I also have a kydex for my 5" guns. I think the kydex is the way to go for a start. Neal in AZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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