Sidearmor holsters

[MrMuscleBilly]

I'm thinking of getting this holster for my 1911. Right now I'm running a Wilson Combat tactical asssault holster, but I think the suede lining slows down the draw speed. So I want to try somthing new.

[waktasz]

Back before I found other (better) shooting forums, they were all the rage on Glocktalk. I'm not sure I've ever seen one used at a match before. Mostly you see comp-tac, bladetech and some of those goofy over rivetted ones from Raven or other tactical joints.

[45 Raven]

I have one for a Glock G20/21. Sturdy and well-made, and good for the purpose I use them for (carrying on my ATV, in my UTV, or in my Jep when four-wheeling and exploring roads and trails in the desert and forest of southern and northern Arizona).

I prefer the Blade-Tech holsters for daily carry and shooting steel and IDPA matches.

YMMV.

[Graham Smith]

Well, they are not much to look at, but I know of one defensive pistol instructor who's been in the game for a long time and he swears by them. He says that they are well made, rugged and reasonably priced. Plus, they will build custom holsters for you.

[Tommy C]

I have been using a Side Armor holster for USPSA and 3 Gun. It is rugged and secures my pistol very well.

Tom

[JimM]

I have a holster and 2 mag carriers for my G22 and the setup works just fine.

[ben b.]

I have a 5" 1911 IWB from SideArmor that works fine, but is a bit less comfy for me than an MTAC and so it is usually in the "holster box".

[Steve Koski]

I still have a Sidearmor IWB for a Glock 27. But no Glock 27.

[bc361]

I have side armor holster for a G34 and it has served me well. It is robust and rugged and I would recommend it as an option for anyone interested in purchasing one. My only gripe is that it positions the pistol higher than something like a comp-tac or a blade tech. While this may be good for concealment, I only use the holster for competition and If I were to buy again, I would probably find a holster that positions the pistol a little lower.

[digby7]

i really liked the one I had - it was very well made.

I bought the modular one with adjustable cant and looking back on it i would have just gotten their normal holster.

The belt loops on the modular one are made for a normal belt and can be uncomfortable with a double/velcro belt.

Since then, Ive tried out Kytac and Comp-tac.

I like how the kytac looks and the general finishing touches on it but prefer how the comp-tac retains(trigger guard vs slide)

[11B]

I use a safariland, It works well, there cheaper and there legal.

Edited October 17, 2012 by 11B

[Matt in TN]

I've had them for years (G27 and G30) and love them. Are you implying that they're not legal?

No one has ever questioned mine at a match, but it's IWB and doesn't stand out.