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#1 ·
This one was pasing thru here and I just had to post for you guys to see. I knew our Hi Power would like it in there. A true work of art from design, to exotic trim, to Whiskey Color.

Alex
 

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#99 ·
I really like the thumb break! It wasn't so long ago that I would have insisted on having one on my holsters, but I finally got used to running cocked-and-lock without it. Very nice looking, though.
 
#100 ·
I am trying to justify buying a Sirocco when i can only carry concealed. I have a couple of questions about the Sirocco design as compared to the Falcon.
What are the advantages/disadvantages of an elevated front, wide body panel, sight guard, and rough out leather of the Sirocco versus the Falcon? Is one better for concealed carry? Can I get a Sirocco in horse hide?

Thanks for the feedback.
 
#102 ·
I am trying to justify buying a Sirocco when i can only carry concealed. I have a couple of questions about the Sirocco design as compared to the Falcon.
What are the advantages/disadvantages of an elevated front, wide body panel, sight guard, and rough out leather of the Sirocco versus the Falcon? Is one better for concealed carry? Can I get a Sirocco in horse hide?
Sirocco has changed quite a bit since the original:

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It and The Big Shot started out as a convertible IWB, hence the roughout; but personally I didn't care for the roughout and converted both holsters to grain-out. The high top is, again, from the ideal of more coverage for the IWB version (where the waistband and belt pass over the pistol). The wide body is also from the IWB; the third slot is for crossdraw use, and the wide body made it possible (Maltese Falcon is intentionally narrower at that point). Retention for high and low fronts w/b much the same; the notion of the scooped front of Maltese Falcon is for less lift during the draw. Horsehide? Don't have any (yet) and admit to having no experience with working it.

The upshot? Personally I'd favour the minimalist profile of Maltese Falcon, which is why I designed it first of all the range; and the rest are extensions of it.
 
#105 ·
I see that the Falcon is a 22 degree cant. Is that to provide better conceal-ability? Also why do you not offer stamping of some kind? Thanks for the feedback.
 
#106 ·
An angle between 20 and 24 degrees makes the pistol as narrow as it can be; less and more angle makes either the grip, or the rear of the slide, swing out and 'print' when the rig is carried at 3:30 to 4:00. 20-24 degrees is also the most comfortable angle in that position. For those who like to carry further forward, or have a large waistline, one can use less angle. Personally I don't trust a position that approaches appendix carry, so I don't offer less angle.

Hmmm, stamping. I like stamping, when done properly; but boning the holster is incompatible with it. So, again, I don't offer it. You sent me a link to Tucker's lineup; for much of that he's using swivel knife to make geometric 'slashes' on the surface; Andy Anderson used to do something similar using a stamping tool instead of the knife. It might be fun to tinker with adding knife cuts just after moulding, in the style of the old floral carving on the 1911 pistol itself, where the lines of the slide are outlined by the engraver. It does take a bit of courage to, like the pistol engraver, take a completed item with all the work that went into it, and start cutting without a mistake. But then, the engraver doesn't have to make the item, too!
 
#108 ·
Man, those are some beautiful rigs! I may not be able to stop with just one!:danceban:
 
#109 ·
Wow! My Sirroco showed up today, and I have to say it's astonishing! I apologize in advance for the crappy pic, the lighting sucks but I just wanted to get a quick pic to post:





The holster is beyond amazing! My pic is crappy but it clearly belongs in a museum. It's almost a shame to carry such a plain-Jane, service type gun in a work of art like this. So far I just put in on and walked around the but the function is even better than the appearance. It's amazing how tight to the body it rides, pretty much as close as my Garrett IWB. Impressive to say the least!

It was a little spendy to a guy like me that's never paid much more than $125 for a holster but it was money well spent.:king:
 
#110 ·
Very nice! Other than the quality and visual appeal, the best aspect of Red's work is the incredible carry comfort and fit.
No other holster I have makes carrying a full size steel 1911 comfortable. The Scirroco is a great holster, as is his shoulder rig.
I am waiting on his IWB Big Shot for the Glock 33. now. And if it is anything like the others, I'm gonna be wearing it every day.
Enjoy!
 
#113 ·
I will also be interested in Red's new cheaper line. I'm very, very happy with my Garrett rigs but there are a few guns he doesn't build for. And I really like Red's work, too.
 
#114 ·
Gee, though it will cost less, I'd hate for the new range to be thought of as "cheaper". What it has turned out to be is "basic", in the sense that all the high end features are gone, and what remains is the essence of good design and good function.

We'll post up a pic with call outs to the various bits, and it will become clearer.

Speaking of posting -- Phaedrus, have you considered posting your new holster on that "other" forum? That is, if you're feeling brave :)
 
#115 ·
Well, I guess I should have said 'more economical' but I really don't know any more than you've posted right here! Just knew the price was to be lower. More basic would be fine for me; I don't open carry, it's just not my style. I carry concealed every day, so your beautiful Sirocco will be under a jacket or shirt tail. Sadly your rough pic was at least as good as mine, think I need to build a light box for gun and knife pics.

I thought I had posted a pic over at the "other place" but if I missed it I shall do so later tonite!:danceban:
 
#117 ·
Looks very good! I'll be anxious to see more, and hopefully a few other guns.
 
#119 ·
Alex..........

Are the "close out" Dead End holsters Left Hand Only or just the holsters listed below the Left Hand notification?

If they are Right Hand then kindly hold a 1911 Tan Smooth Side Out Dead End for me and I will call you with Credit Card and shipping info this coming Tuesday.

That is too good of a deal to pass up. :yup:

They are right hand, the 1911 Tan Smooth Side Out Dead End is waiting for you. Its marked QK shooter Defensive Carry, ask for Addison in accounting, its on her desk. She will take care of you.

Alex
 
#122 ·
There oughta be a law against stuff so downright sexy. :tongue:

Fabulous looking and functional holsters, Red. Keep this "hits" coming. I'm sure you'll continue to have lots of folks who appreciate proper tools for what they are. :yup:
 
#123 ·
BTW, Red- will you eventually be offering any of the Redstock line for other guns? Any chance of an IWB version?
 
#124 ·
Alex.......

Holster....at my front door this morning. That was quite fast. :yup:

Very nice!

And...(as expected) ~ perfectly and properly packed....an all around flawless transaction.

My absolute pleasure doing business with such an exemplary, professional company. :king:
 
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#126 ·
Yeah, we need pics! Also waiting eagerly for more info on the Redstock line.
 
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