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High ride is great if you are obese or have a long-barreled handgun - such as full size 1911 (5 inch barrel or more). They ride high so when you sit down the muzzle doesn't hit the chair. In some ways they are more comfortable.
The downside is the stock of the pistol does not hug the body quite as tightly, and when you bend your body the end of the stock will protrude more conspicuously because it is a further distance from the base of the spine. It is a less concealable holster. It wobbles more when you move, makes running difficult, and it's top-heaviness will make it want to flip upside down when you do things like loosen your pants during trips to the men's room.
If there is a compelling reason to go high-ride, then by all means. But, if you have a relatively normal body-type, and the barrel of your carry piece is less than 4 inches, then probably the high ride is not needed - unless this is a third or fourth holster for the same gun and you are giving yourself more choices.
Just my .02. Rusty makes fine, handcrafted holsters that you will enjoy for years and will be proud to wear. He has many models to fit every need.
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