This is a discussion on Holster in the movie 'Bullitt' within the Defensive Carry Holsters & Carry Options forums, part of the Defensive Carry Discussions category; Hey there folks. I was watching the old classic movie, 'Bullitt' the orher day and was wondering what kind of shoulder holster Steve McQueen was ...
Array
Hey there folks. I was watching the old classic movie, 'Bullitt' the orher day and was wondering what kind of shoulder holster Steve McQueen was wearing? I would really like to get my hands on one for my Smith & Wesson 642. If anyone can tell me where I can get one, I would greatly appreciate it.
Array
The maker of the one I have is Bianchi. It is a 209 for a Smith 38/357. Don't know if they still make them or not.
We will be much better off when we learn to deal with things as they really are, instead of how we wish them to be!
It appears to be a Safariland Model 19 made back in the 1970s, I have one for my Detective Special I bought off eBay. I have not seen any similar holsters offered in many years be any maker. Back when I was flying with the military that was the most comfortable and secure holster worn under a flight suit I ever found.
steve-mcqueen-bullitt.jpg P1010188.jpg
When you have to shoot, shoot. Don't talk.
"Don't forget, incoming fire has the right of way."
Array
Wouldn't that be a slower draw than a Miami style shoulder holster? Not to mention that you're pointing the gun at yourself as you're drawing it.
"Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting on what to have for lunch. Liberty is a well-armed lamb contesting the outcome of the vote." ~ Benjamin Franklin
Never had trouble with speed plus as you draw I requires the weapon to be rotated to slide the trigger guard from the bottom of the holster and at no time do you point the weapon at yourself during the draw.
When you have to shoot, shoot. Don't talk.
"Don't forget, incoming fire has the right of way."
My money is on you.Originally Posted by msgt/ret
"The pistol, learn it well, carry it always ..." ~ Jeff Cooper
"Dilgentia Vis Celeritas"
Vintage ones still do do pop up sporadically on Ebay.
My money is on you.
Array
I was able to find this. Its called an Upside Down Shoulder Holster.
Upside Down Shoulder Holster
In all my reading, I am told that it is a natural and fast draw. And the gun may be pointing at your armpit during carry, but I am carrying a S&W 642 DAO. Its not going to fire and I don't know about you guys, but I don't draw my weapon with my finger on the trigger. I think this would be a nice summer carry holster under a light shirt.
Looks a lot like the Safariland from the 1970s but priced much more than I paid for mine back then.
When you have to shoot, shoot. Don't talk.
"Don't forget, incoming fire has the right of way."
Array
Unfortunately everything is more expensive. Somw of the holsters that I come across that cost $200 are rediculous. The cost of supplies plus labor is nowhere near that. $80 - $100 is ok for a simple shoulder holster. I want quality but be reasonable.
Array
I had one of these for my off-duty Airweight J-Frame 2" which was purchased in 1970. Carried it alot, I think it just wore out. I only paid about $40 for it brand new.
Hiram25
You can educate ignorance, you can't fix stupid
Retired DE Trooper, SA XD40 SC, S&W 2" Airweight
dukalmighty & Pure Kustom Black Ops Pro "Trooper" Holsters, DE CCDW and LEOSA Permits, Vietnam Vet 68-69 Pleiku
Just got another one on eBay should fit my Model 15. If it's too short I do have a 2 !/2 inch Model 19 that will work.
eBay - New & used electronics, cars, apparel, collectibles, sporting goods & more at low prices
When you have to shoot, shoot. Don't talk.
"Don't forget, incoming fire has the right of way."
Array
Ken Null makes several like that and they are excellent rigs for carrying a J frame or Det. Special and very classy.
Posting Permissions
LinkBack URL
About LinkBacks
Reply With Quote
