This is a discussion on What makes a good gun belt within the Related Gear & Equipment forums, part of the Defensive Carry Discussions category; I have a Comp-Tac Minitaur holster and I am begining to wonder if my regular belt is good enough. I have read several threads where ...
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What makes a good gun belt
I have a Comp-Tac Minitaur holster and I am begining to wonder if my regular belt is good enough. I have read several threads where people tout one belt or another. Most of the belts I have seen seem way expensive. I know you get what you pay for, so what should I be paying for? What makes a good gun belt good?
But if you are authorized to carry a weapon, and you walk outside without it, just take a deep breath, and say this to yourself...
"Baa."
LTC(RET) Dave Grossman
Revolutionary War Veterans Association Shooter Qualification: Cook
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You can get yourself a Wilderness belt for around $40 ( mines works great with the MTac ). Leather belts run from around $50 & up.
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My Beltman cost about $75.00 and my Wilderness about $50.00 if I remember correctly. Both are very good belts for gun carry.
Several things to look for:What makes a good gun belt good?
Stiffness. (Double layer).
Width. 1.5 inch is optimum.
Thickness. 3/8 inch at least.
Cut on a contour is best.
Correct measurement. Different makers have different ways of measuring belt length. Follow the maker's intstructions exactly.
I prefer leather, but the guys who use Wilderness belts swear by them.
Lastly, belt width should exactly match the width of your holster's belt slots.
When you’re wounded and left on Afghanistan’s plains,
And the women come out to cut up what remains,
Just roll to your rifle and blow out your brains,
And go to your God like a soldier.
Rudyard Kipling
Terry
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I swear by reinforced wilderness type belts for the support and the fact that they are infinitely adjustable so you can easily find the sweet spot for comfort. IMO 1 3/4" works best for me, especially with IWB. I also like the fact that I can adjust it with one hand, if I need it looser or tighter This is also what I wear as my underbelt for my duty rig at work. Currently my everyday belt is a Blackhawk Instructor belt in 1 3/4".
Training means learning the rules. Experience means learning the exceptions.
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I use the 1.5 in Wilderness 5 stitch belt under my duty rig. Same one for about 4 yrs now with no problems.
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www.thebeltman.net is the way to go IMO. The double thick bull hide is a very nice belt. With all the options I got, mine ended up being close to $90.00, but it's worth it not to have to pull up your pants every five seconds or having to re-adjust your holster to make it feel right again. Of course you can find a cheaper (well made) belt, but with beltman's quality, it's a good buy. Also, beware of the kydex or plastic lined belts; they tend to be less comfy (to me) because they never take your body shape, ever. If you've already got a good holster, a good belt will make the whole experience better.
Never criticize a man until you've walked a mile in his shoes...that way, when you criticize him, you're a mile away and you have his shoes.
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Wilderness Belt, just remember to add enough for iwb, if you carry that way.
What you think you know.... Can kill you!
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Originally Posted by sass20485
X1000 I was given one by the owner who is a friend of my brothers, back in 1996-97. I still have it and still wear it almost every day, 10+ years later. It is a great belt.
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