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Very Upset with my current holsters, thinking about a Supertuck

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#1 ·
Just thought I would vent:

Currently have a Bluegrass Mason-Dixon for my PPS, and I can't tell if it's me, my clothes or the holster. I can't wear it at all. I did put on my old mans SuperTuck when he was down here with his Taurus, and it was more comfortable that my Mason-Dixon and his gun is thicker! I also have a holster for my P2000, but either my clothes are too small or the gun is too fat (or I am). And I don't feel as comfortable with the size of the P2000 with the heat here in Florida.

I LOVE the quality of my bluegrass, but it doesn't want to form to my body like the thin leather of the Supertuck.... just frustrated.

There is my holster for the PPS.

Tell me what I should do so I can tell the wife:image035:
 
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#2 ·
The Supertuck is a great holster! I have one for my SP101 and it conceals very well and is also very comfortable!
 
#3 ·
Leather takes time to form to the shape of your body which is why some makers already put a bend or curve in their holsters. Don't give up on it, just give it some time. There just like new shoes which can take a fair amount of time to break in but at least a shoe is constantly in motion where a holster isn't!
 
#10 ·
+1. I'd give it a month of constant wear and see if it breaks in. What carry position do you carry the rig at?

I carry my full size Springer at 4:00- 4:30 in a HBE DC Special. Was a liitle uncomfortable at first but now I don't know it's there. Works like a champ for me.

If it doesn't work out sell it and you'll be able to recoup most of your money for that beautiful rig.
 
#6 ·
Just thought I would vent:

Currently have a Bluegrass Mason-Dixon for my PPS, and I can't tell if it's me, my clothes or the holster. I can't wear it at all. I did put on my old mans SuperTuck when he was down here with his Taurus, and it was more comfortable that my Mason-Dixon and his gun is thicker! I also have a holster for my P2000, but either my clothes are too small or the gun is too fat (or I am). And I don't feel as comfortable with the size of the P2000 with the heat here in Florida.

I LOVE the quality of my bluegrass, but it doesn't want to form to my body like the thin leather of the Supertuck.... just frustrated.

Tell me what I should do so I can tell the wife:image035:
How long have you been wearing it?? Its going to take more than a month or two to get it fully comfortable. It took two or three months to get my CompTac Mtac comfortable.

My new Mason Dixon "EC" for my 1911 is stiff as a saw blade and is not as comfortable as it will become in a few weeks. Gotta give it time!
 
#7 ·
Brock,

I love your work, by no means am I insulting the quality of your work.

Tally maybe you are right, I might just try it a little bit more. Unfortunately, the US Goverment doesn't want you to carry your own guns on base, so I only wear it on weekends. I will keep trying it but will look at a Supertuck.
 
#9 ·
Brocks gonna give you 1 of his new hybrid holsters. They are a kydex/leather holster similiar only in materials to the Supertuck. I guarantee it will be the most comfortable holster you have owned to date. The leather backing on it will mold to your body very quickly. I find it much more comfortable than my MTAC which I hear is more comfortable than the supertuck.

Have you thought about wearing the PPS holster to work empty? That way you have more time with it & it will be able to mold to your body. I have a Mason Dixon in shark I know what you mean about stiffness. Once it gets broken in though it's gonna be so sweet.
 
#11 · (Edited)
I feel your pain. Holsters are my nemesis. I always seem to lose and never win on this particular accessory. As such, I’m very reluctant when it comes to selection. I prefer to use my Thunderwear whenever possible. It’s reasonably priced, it feels comfy, and it will hold a few different size guns. Ok, as others' have mentioned, it will take some time to soften up. I had a Galco that was as stiff as a board so I used a solution to help it along. Needless to say, that didn't turn out so well.
Regards, :icon_neutral:
 
#13 ·
You can't go wrong with the hybrid....interchangeable backs and shells, tension adjustable draw, buried hardware, standard horsehide backs on the Ghost Hybrid and Baby Ghost Hybrid...no extra charge there, no extra charge for a "firing grip" as all holsters are designed to allow immediate access, and they are cut to prevent push-button magazine releases from touching the back of the leather thus eliminating the holster shell from possibly releasing your magazine. We also give you custom edge work where we finish the holster by mating the two layers of leather with a special blend of waxes and then apply a sealant. The backs of all the holsters are left natural to eliminate any chance at dye rub-off.

Here are some views of the holster and its construction:

Here is an example:


And one showing me wearing the holster:


An finally, showing the back and the edging of the holster halves:




Take care

Brock
 
#15 ·
Them hybrids look very functional, But they are butt ugly IMO. Not bashing here. If it works for you go for it. Man, I must be gettin old!

Leather and old (pre-lock) S&W's just make my day.
Good luck on your quest.

Brock, make a believer outta me. Send me a freebie and I'll pay shippng AND give it a thorough test with my old 5" Springer Standard 1911. :image035:

I'll compare it to my HBE DC Special and do a thorough/open minded ringing out or the leather and Kydex and pass on the carry test when complete.

VR,

Roger

 
#16 ·
Well, I gotta say Bluegrass hybrids are the best looking ones in their class.

I have this same model the Mason Dixon Hybrid from Bluegrass Hybrid and one of things Brock has done is put a touch of class to the Hybrids with this model. :danceban:

<img src="http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa148/beccaballou/4214fa5f.jpg" border="0" alt="" />
 
#17 ·
Woooow! That Bluegrass Hybrid is a interesting holster. Unfortunately, I'd never be able to deal with it due to my scrawny-ass frame and the super hot temps’ of the Arizona desert. In fact, many of these V2 variants would appear to start at my right hip bone and nearly wrap-around to my spine. I'm stuck with select Mitch Rosen styles and they are not cheap. Man, this hobby can drive a person crazy...
Regards, :icon_neutral:
 
#18 ·
If it is thick, tough leather try softening it up like a baseball glove - put a generous helping of minks foot oil on it, stick it in the oven @ 350 for a bout 12 minutes, take it out put your gun it and put it on, it will be hot so you can wait 3 or 4 minutes before you put it on. this will soften up the leather and make it more plyable and mold its self to your body. or you could soak it in water for a couple hours whipe it off put your gun in it and wear it around all day, this may take a couple of times to get it fit to your bodybut tends to work well. hope this helps.
 
#22 ·
No offense intended, but this is the kind of suggestion that voids many a maker's warranty. While it may work for some, it is most certainly damaging to many a holster. If you want a ball glove, get a Galco and pour the oil to it...you will not have wasted time in line waiting for a custom holster, and may have saved more than a few dollars. I will be making available the QuickDraw(tm) Holster Lubrication on the hybrid site even though it is NOT used for those holsters, it may still help others. The best way to break in a holster is to wear it religiously (if an IWB do so only with your firearm in the holster for support), and to draw, holster, and repeat as often as necessary as the firearm wears away the tight spots inside the holster. Once those spots wear away to match the contours of YOUR firearm you will be good to go!
 
#25 ·
Hi Tag....not yet. I would like to make one, however, we need a mold to do so and I just have not been able to locate one. I will likely have to buy a Mak and go from there. Keep watching the website where you will see the current listing of firearms...send me a note as a reminder, too, to let the staff keep bugging me.

my apologies that we cannot help you at this time.
 
#30 ·
You can never go wrong with a CrossBreed Super Tuck Deluxe! I have two and if you favor OWB carry, I also have one of their new SNAP SLIDE holsters. They are BOTH excellent and I probably get one for every gun that I might carry ccw.
 
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