Holster And Carry Suggestions For S&W N-Frame

bulltaco · March 3rd, 2007, 11:28 AM

I just aquired an older Model 57 with a 4" barrel. I want to carry it hiking and horseback riding. Can anyone suggest a maker who offers an OWB holster for a pistol this size?

Eric Larsen · March 3rd, 2007, 12:24 PM

Well....I can suggest more makers than I can even begin to type....honestly.
Just a couple of tips....this is the one rare time I would recommend a thumb break on a belt style holster for ya. Horses are not smooth riding beasts....anything to keep the gun in until you actually want to draw it would be beneficial.

Shoot well and god bless

bulltaco · March 3rd, 2007, 02:31 PM

Eric. You must ride horses. I have Paso Finos, a gaited breed that is versatile and very smooth riding. I don't care for thumb breaks either and was considering something like a leather hammer loop. Maybe we could discuss this off-line?

lightningstrike02 · March 3rd, 2007, 06:56 PM

I have a few 57's and have belt holstered in Safariland and Galco. They still pull my pants low. Looking at the 357 model scandium framed titanium cylinder model 57 for an easier carry. 41 magnums rule. Will be looking for a custom holster in an easy on easy off paddle if I get the new gun.

BikerRN · March 3rd, 2007, 07:44 PM

This is one of the few times I will recommend a "Factory Built" holster.

For being around horses and stuff take a look at El Paso Saddlery and their Military Flap Holster. They make a nice half flap for a revolver. I have a 22-4, so I know what you are talking about when it comes to carrying that boat anchor.

Biker

March 3rd, 2007, 11:28 AM	#1
bulltaco Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Zebulon, NC Posts: 15	Holster And Carry Suggestions For S&W N-Frame I just aquired an older Model 57 with a 4" barrel. I want to carry it hiking and horseback riding. Can anyone suggest a maker who offers an OWB holster for a pistol this size?

March 3rd, 2007, 12:24 PM	#2
Eric Larsen Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: WoodsX Ut Posts: 769	Well....I can suggest more makers than I can even begin to type....honestly. Just a couple of tips....this is the one rare time I would recommend a thumb break on a belt style holster for ya. Horses are not smooth riding beasts....anything to keep the gun in until you actually want to draw it would be beneficial. Shoot well and god bless __________________ If you choose not to decide, you still have made a choice..........Rush

March 3rd, 2007, 06:56 PM	#4
lightningstrike02 Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: SW MICHIGAN Posts: 98	I have a few 57's and have belt holstered in Safariland and Galco. They still pull my pants low. Looking at the 357 model scandium framed titanium cylinder model 57 for an easier carry. 41 magnums rule. Will be looking for a custom holster in an easy on easy off paddle if I get the new gun. __________________ I am an American. I vote. I will serve on a jury when called. Its a MEMBERS ONLY thing.

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

March 3rd, 2007, 02:31 PM	#3
bulltaco Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Zebulon, NC Posts: 15	Eric. You must ride horses. I have Paso Finos, a gaited breed that is versatile and very smooth riding. I don't care for thumb breaks either and was considering something like a leather hammer loop. Maybe we could discuss this off-line?

March 3rd, 2007, 07:44 PM	#5
BikerRN VIP Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: State of Discombobulation Posts: 3,778	This is one of the few times I will recommend a "Factory Built" holster. For being around horses and stuff take a look at El Paso Saddlery and their Military Flap Holster. They make a nice half flap for a revolver. I have a 22-4, so I know what you are talking about when it comes to carrying that boat anchor. Biker