Paddle Holster Opinions Wanted

JimmyC4 · November 4th, 2006, 02:12 AM

No, not whether or not I should wear one, but which one.

I dress for the day, including method of carry. Being retired, I do a lot of volunteer/meeting stuff as well as tons of errands and shopping. This means entering posted properties where I usually don't carry, and never carry on Federal property such as VA facilities or Post Offices. So, I have some days where I need to unholster and leave the pistol in the car for a bit--I'd like a paddle for those days, as well as for gunning-up for a quick errand.

First of all, no Fobus...no Fobus...well, you get it. I've owned them, I've tweaked them; they are OK for range use, but I will not trust one for carry. No wiggle room on this position, no Fobus.

At this time, I'm drawn (pun intended) to the Kramer MSP paddle in horsehide. It plays like the high end of the spectrum, and everything I've heard has been good. If you have experience with this holster, or have someone you know that carries with one, I'd love to hear how it's gone.

I see that Galco has a leather model too...I know nothing about it and would appreciate any opinions out there. I like leather, so any other leather paddles out there, let me know.

While I'm not too excited about kydex for this project, let me know if you have one that you are really high on, for I will consider it. I still own a CTAC for another gun, and have used a Comp-Tac Locking Paddle for IDPA in the past, kydex increasingly leaves me cold.

No budget restrictions on this purchase, so low cost is not necessarily a point I care about; I mainly want a good product for my intended use.

So, share your thoughts about what you would choose if you were me, and why. I am especially interested in experience with a paddle holster.

THANKS.

myusername · November 4th, 2006, 03:29 AM

I am considering a paddle holster as well. I like tucker's leather work but they use a hard plastic paddle. Fist uses a cushioned leather paddle so I am leaning towards it. I think it would be more comfortable.

QKShooter · November 4th, 2006, 03:33 AM

I have seen the Galco CCP & it's a "nice well thought out" paddle holster. I've not worn one so my post is probably not too much help. I can only say that the overall quality looks very good.

Let me see if I can swipe you a photo if I go to the Galco site.

QKShooter · November 4th, 2006, 03:36 AM

Galco Concealed Carry Paddle

fotomaker57 · November 4th, 2006, 03:44 AM

Contact Kevin at K&D. He posted a prototype here and it looked real promising.
Mike

JimmyC4 · November 4th, 2006, 04:02 AM

myusername said:

Quote:

I am considering a paddle holster as well. I like tucker's leather work but they use a hard plastic paddle. Fist uses a cushioned leather paddle so I am leaning towards it. I think it would be more comfortable.

Kramer's description speaks of plastic being used to "reinforce" the paddle on the horsehide version, and I was thinking that maybe that was a plus in terms of better construction, but maybe not.

Mike_1, thanks for the tip...I'll contact Kevin and see what's up. I'd like to do business with him, so hopefully he can help me out.

myusername · November 4th, 2006, 04:53 AM

kramer is leather wrapped plastic IIRC, Fist's has plastic in the leather too but it also has some sort of foam or other cushion.

Tucker's is just a plain piece of plastic, I think it would be uncomfortable. This is the tucker

Fist:

dr_cmg · November 4th, 2006, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike_1

Contact Kevin at K&D. He posted a prototype here and it looked real promising.
Mike

Mike, he has sold a couple of them. I have one and I know for sure Air Force Shooter has one.

JimmyC, Kevin's paddle holster is first rate. You can see mine on this thread.

http://www.combatcarry.com/vbulletin...ad.php?t=13971

gunjunky · November 4th, 2006, 01:25 PM

I use a Galco PLE (professional law enforcement) paddle holster. It's kind of like the CCP pictured above but its a level 2 retention holster with a thumb break. It's high ride, easy to conceal and comfortable for all day wear. and it's relatively inexpensive.

retsupt99 · November 4th, 2006, 04:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by QKShooter

Galco Concealed Carry Paddle

I do have this same Galco Holster for my Kimber Pro CDP II. It is a quality holster...
Now I stick with IWB's and either my Ultra Kimber or my Glock-36...

But that Galco is nice...

ret

November 4th, 2006, 02:12 AM	#1
JimmyC4 Distinguished Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Minnesnowta Posts: 1,863	Paddle Holster Opinions Wanted No, not whether or not I should wear one, but which one. I dress for the day, including method of carry. Being retired, I do a lot of volunteer/meeting stuff as well as tons of errands and shopping. This means entering posted properties where I usually don't carry, and never carry on Federal property such as VA facilities or Post Offices. So, I have some days where I need to unholster and leave the pistol in the car for a bit--I'd like a paddle for those days, as well as for gunning-up for a quick errand. First of all, no Fobus...no Fobus...well, you get it. I've owned them, I've tweaked them; they are OK for range use, but I will not trust one for carry. No wiggle room on this position, no Fobus. At this time, I'm drawn (pun intended) to the Kramer MSP paddle in horsehide. It plays like the high end of the spectrum, and everything I've heard has been good. If you have experience with this holster, or have someone you know that carries with one, I'd love to hear how it's gone. I see that Galco has a leather model too...I know nothing about it and would appreciate any opinions out there. I like leather, so any other leather paddles out there, let me know. While I'm not too excited about kydex for this project, let me know if you have one that you are really high on, for I will consider it. I still own a CTAC for another gun, and have used a Comp-Tac Locking Paddle for IDPA in the past, kydex increasingly leaves me cold. No budget restrictions on this purchase, so low cost is not necessarily a point I care about; I mainly want a good product for my intended use. So, share your thoughts about what you would choose if you were me, and why. I am especially interested in experience with a paddle holster. THANKS. __________________ "It's a big gun when I carry it, it is also a big gun when I take it out” – Clint Smith

November 4th, 2006, 03:33 AM	#3
QKShooter Assistant Administrator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Off Of The X Posts: 23,476	I have seen the Galco CCP & it's a "nice well thought out" paddle holster. I've not worn one so my post is probably not too much help. I can only say that the overall quality looks very good. Let me see if I can swipe you a photo if I go to the Galco site. __________________ Liberty/Tyranny ___________________________ Ain't That A Shame! Be Happy! *http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OG3u...1&feature=fvwp*

November 4th, 2006, 03:44 AM	#5
fotomaker57 Distinguished Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Southwest Missouri Posts: 1,327	Contact Kevin at K&D. He posted a prototype here and it looked real promising. Mike __________________ Created September 17, 1787 Ratified June 21, 1788 Signers 39 of the 55 Philadelphia Convention delegates *Let Us Never Forget*

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November 4th, 2006, 03:29 AM	#2
myusername Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NOLA Posts: 445	I am considering a paddle holster as well. I like tucker's leather work but they use a hard plastic paddle. Fist uses a cushioned leather paddle so I am leaning towards it. I think it would be more comfortable.

November 4th, 2006, 03:36 AM	#4
QKShooter Assistant Administrator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Off Of The X Posts: 23,476	Galco Concealed Carry Paddle

November 4th, 2006, 04:53 AM	#7
myusername Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NOLA Posts: 445	kramer is leather wrapped plastic IIRC, Fist's has plastic in the leather too but it also has some sort of foam or other cushion. Tucker's is just a plain piece of plastic, I think it would be uncomfortable. This is the tucker Fist:

November 4th, 2006, 01:25 PM	#9
gunjunky Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Arkansas Posts: 27	I use a Galco PLE (professional law enforcement) paddle holster. It's kind of like the CCP pictured above but its a level 2 retention holster with a thumb break. It's high ride, easy to conceal and comfortable for all day wear. and it's relatively inexpensive.