steve154

First I would like to say hi as a new member...

I need a few nice looking holsters and belts for a G23 and am having a hard time with my decision on the holsters. (going with beltman belts)I want an open top OWB holster and am looking for specific suggestions for this particular gun. I need it kind quick and can't wait more than a month, or so.

Does anyone have experience with Kirkpatrick leather? I really like the looks of their Compact Under Cover model.

Thanks!

Steve

FlyboyLDB

I have not had any experience with Kirkpatrick. With OWB you will have a lot more viable options than IWB. There are several off the shelf makers that produce high quality leather, kydex and injection molded solutions. When carrying my Glock, I use the Blackhawk CQC w/Serpa. It comes with paddle or belt carry options right out of the box. I carry paddle - but did cut off the tab on the bottom portion of the paddle - it just makes removing the holster a little easier. It is an excellent holster. Bianchi makes some good leather holsters that can be had at most outdoor stores too. Highnoon has some in stock - but like any other custom maker - if they are not in stock - you will be waiting weeks if not months.

PAExplorer

Is there a reason you are looking for OWB instead of IWB? I have a Milt Sparks Watch 6 for the Glock 23 only worn a few times. The wait for his stuff can be 3+ months but I'm looking to free up some scratch, so you could have this one in days if you so desire. If you decide you're interested in IWB, PM me.

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lance22

There are some REALLY good looking leather holsters out there - I won't bother mentioning K&D, Tucker, Mitch Rosen or others because you said you needed it fast.

So here's what you can do to have a good looking holster in less than two months. Order from a top notch custom Kydex maker - and judging from the photo below some Kydex makers really know their way around leather / exotic hides.



The above is a holster made for me by BearClaw Holsters for my 1911. They have some photos of leather overlays on their "standard option" page. ANY custom Kydex maker (I believe) can deliver a custom holster in your time frame - BearClaw Holsters is one of the few that has diversified into leathers / exotics.

Personally, I don't believe there is any off the shelf leather holster that I would consider good looking.

jwhite75

Galco "Concealable" owb. Very nice rig, and will be in stock. You could also try Jim Murnak at FIST, INC. Also like Don Hume's stuff.

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+1! I have several Galco Concealables... their great!

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goldshellback

For a quality holster delivered quickly....usually within a week, sometimes two.... look at Comp-Tec online http://www.comp-tac.com/ Highly recommend the CTAC and the MTAC for IWB. I haven't purchased any of thier OWB holsters but others here have and I haven't heard too many bad reviews.

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Rob99VMI04

I Think Kramer Leather has good turn around time and their quality is Fantastic.

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steve154

Thanks for the replies. I have tried IWB and just don't like it. I have an Alessi Talon for my 5" Kimber that I just can't get used to. It is listed right now for trade over in the FS section if anyone is interested.

The Galco is on my short list and I am going to look in to the other suggestions later on tonight.

Thanks again

cockedlocked01

If you need it quick & want leather, I'd suggest Galco & Gould & Goodrich.

The reason for G & G (I know, it's not a holster co. commonly talked about), is that I found it to be as good or better than a Galco Combat Master that I used to have. I've never had a Galco Concealable, so I can't comment on it. The G & G also has the added bonus of being less expensive.

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