K&D Defender vs. Max Con V vs. Versa Max 2 - Page 2

Shadowsbane · August 2nd, 2007, 04:46 PM

K&D I believe is running closer to 12-16 weeks...least that was my estimate....when I ordered on Monday. However...YMMV

slimjim · August 2nd, 2007, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Shadowsbane

K&D I believe is running closer to 12-16 weeks...least that was my estimate....when I ordered on Monday. However...YMMV

Just placed an order today, was told the same thing.

DirtDawg · August 3rd, 2007, 05:17 AM

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Originally Posted by bzdog

I'm interested in getting some nice leather for IWB carry. Reading here, the following have risen to the top of my list:

- K&D Dakota Defender
- Brommeland Max-Con V
- Milt Sparks Versa Max 2

I have 6 MS VMII's-only waited 5 months for the 1st one. I also have a KD Dakota which is a VERY fine, well made rig for much less moolah, much less wait. And the boss actually takes time to answer emails! (MS is not big on that).

I have a Brommeland MaxCon V on order so can't comment on it till it gets here.

You can't go wrong on any of these holsters, but to ME> for reasonable price, quality, craftsmanship and turnaround its KD!

automan · August 3rd, 2007, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by skvinson

If time is a factor, Milt Sparks is much longer than 10 weeks (last I heard), and like you said Gary Brommeland is not taking orders right now. I have a MaxCon V on order but don't have any experience with any of them yet.

I just ordered another VM II. This time for my SIG 220R Carry SAO and the wait time is 26 weeks.

Good products take time.

Does the R&D have a steel mouth to ensure the holster stays open after the draw? I'd looked at the R&D specifically for that feature like on the VMII and didn't see it mentioned.

thinkat · August 4th, 2007, 11:47 AM

Automan,

I don't think that it is steel, but my Cochise Defender does have a reinforced mouth allowing easy reholstering.

bzdog · August 4th, 2007, 12:41 PM

Regarding reinforcement; I found this posted to one of the K&D threads:

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the notable differences between the Dakota and Cochise are as follows:
The Cochise has a reinforced mouth to aid in one handed re holstering. The Dakota does not which minimizes the thickness*.

-john

fotomaker57 · August 4th, 2007, 01:12 PM

I have a MaxCon V and can tell you it is a magnificent holster. I am also waiting for a Dakota Defender to arrive. It should be here within the next 3-4 weeks. I have other holsters from K&D and tell you the they are also magnificent holsters. You can't go wrong with any of your choices. So the big question should be clips or snaps?
Mike
Mike

bzdog · August 4th, 2007, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by mike_1

So the big question should be clips or snaps?

What are the advantages and disadvantages to each?

Thanks,

-john

BruceGibson · August 5th, 2007, 07:04 AM

I'd call Kevin at K&D. Great guy.

Juggernaut · August 5th, 2007, 02:13 PM

I have a Sparks EC for my Beretta Centurion and a VMII for my full-sized Berettas. I have two horsehide VMIIs on order for my PX4 and 9X series pistols. I ordered them in May, they should be here late September to early October. They are the exact design and have the exact design features I want so they are worth the wait to me.
The two Sparks I have now I bought used, but even so they seem like new. These are quality holsters and hold their value.

Mike 1 is right, order now for Christmas!

August 2nd, 2007, 04:46 PM	#11
Shadowsbane Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 753	K&D I believe is running closer to 12-16 weeks...least that was my estimate....when I ordered on Monday. However...YMMV __________________ Now, we must all fear evil men. But there is another kind of evil which we must fear most, and that is the indifference of good men.

August 4th, 2007, 01:12 PM	#17
fotomaker57 Distinguished Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Southwest Missouri Posts: 1,327	I have a MaxCon V and can tell you it is a magnificent holster. I am also waiting for a Dakota Defender to arrive. It should be here within the next 3-4 weeks. I have other holsters from K&D and tell you the they are also magnificent holsters. You can't go wrong with any of your choices. So the big question should be clips or snaps? Mike Mike __________________ Created September 17, 1787 Ratified June 21, 1788 Signers 39 of the 55 Philadelphia Convention delegates *Let Us Never Forget*

August 5th, 2007, 07:04 AM	#19
BruceGibson Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northwest Florida...The "Redneck Riviera" Posts: 805	I'd call Kevin at K&D. Great guy. __________________ "He who is silent is deemed to consent." www.GibsonGunleather.com

August 5th, 2007, 02:13 PM	#20
Juggernaut Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia, USA Posts: 570	I have a Sparks EC for my Beretta Centurion and a VMII for my full-sized Berettas. I have two horsehide VMIIs on order for my PX4 and 9X series pistols. I ordered them in May, they should be here late September to early October. They are the exact design and have the exact design features I want so they are worth the wait to me. The two Sparks I have now I bought used, but even so they seem like new. These are quality holsters and hold their value. Mike 1 is right, order now for Christmas! __________________ Vis consili expers mole ruit sua. -Horace

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August 4th, 2007, 11:47 AM	#15
thinkat Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 60	Automan, I don't think that it is steel, but my Cochise Defender does have a reinforced mouth allowing easy reholstering.