Springfield Loaded 5" 1911 holster

rathos · October 24th, 2007, 05:47 PM

I know this question has prolly been posted a million times, but I am having a hard time finding a comfortable IWB holster for my 1911. I bought a ted blocker DA3 thinking it would be a stable platform and comfortable, but I find it digs into my waist.

I am not a big guy, about 5'8" and 180 pounds. I used to carry a hkp2000 .40 in a cheap don hume and I could take naps with that holster on. It was very comfortable. Any advice?

thanks,

Chris

BigEFan · October 24th, 2007, 05:53 PM

The life of a fellow 1911 Carrier. You may have to go with a custom. The only I have for my loaded Springer was made by a guy, who according to SwiftyJuan, moved off the planet.

If he ever makes it back and gets back in the business you will know it.

rathos · October 24th, 2007, 06:01 PM

maybe this question should go out to the holster makers out there, would there be a way to add padding to the blocker holster I have to make it more comfortable?

Thumper · October 24th, 2007, 06:35 PM

Milt Sparks VersaMax-II!

My Champ is a 4" but this holster makes me almost forget I have it on!

Supertac45 · October 24th, 2007, 06:45 PM

Only one suggestion, a Sparks' VM2.

rathos · October 24th, 2007, 07:45 PM

versa max 2 is the same style as the blocker. I don't think it would be much different.

LenS · October 25th, 2007, 12:44 AM

I find the Milt Sparks Summer Special 2 very comfortable with my 1911 (5"). Available in stock from Brownells (with discount for LE/Mil or C&R FFL holders).

YellowJacket · October 25th, 2007, 09:07 AM

I have a Texas Heritage for a 4" Springfield that is great for all-day carry. Of course, it does not have the reinforced mouth that some require in a carry rig, but it sure works well for me.

dropped_71chevy · October 25th, 2007, 03:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigEFan

The life of a fellow 1911 Carrier. You may have to go with a custom. The only I have for my loaded Springer was made by a guy, who according to SwiftyJuan, moved off the planet.

If he ever makes it back and gets back in the business you will know it.

I've got a IWB made by Rhome as well. If he was still in the business, I'd be recommending him to everyone.

He did great work.

ghawk249 · October 25th, 2007, 03:41 PM

Have you looked at Crossbreed Holsters? They are a hybrid holster with a leather backing and kydex body. I have 2 one for my 1911's and it fits all size barrels. I have the Versa max and this is what I wear.

October 24th, 2007, 05:47 PM	#1
rathos Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Washington Posts: 398	Springfield Loaded 5" 1911 holster I know this question has prolly been posted a million times, but I am having a hard time finding a comfortable IWB holster for my 1911. I bought a ted blocker DA3 thinking it would be a stable platform and comfortable, but I find it digs into my waist. I am not a big guy, about 5'8" and 180 pounds. I used to carry a hkp2000 .40 in a cheap don hume and I could take naps with that holster on. It was very comfortable. Any advice? thanks, Chris

October 24th, 2007, 05:53 PM	#2
BigEFan VIP Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Central California Posts: 2,040	The life of a fellow 1911 Carrier. You may have to go with a custom. The only I have for my loaded Springer was made by a guy, who according to SwiftyJuan, moved off the planet. If he ever makes it back and gets back in the business you will know it. __________________ *Lex et Libertas — Semper Vigilo, Fortis, Paratus, et Fidelis!* "Not only do the people who put their lives on the line to protect the rest of us deserve better, we all deserve better than to have our own security undermined by those who undermine law enforcement." -Thomas Sowell

October 24th, 2007, 06:35 PM	#4
Thumper VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Nevada Posts: 5,586	Milt Sparks VersaMax-II! My Champ is a 4" but this holster makes me almost forget I have it on! __________________ USMC 1968-1971 ALWAYS carry! - NEVER tell! *"Don't go to stupid places, with stupid people, and do stupid things!"*

October 24th, 2007, 06:45 PM	#5
Supertac45 VIP Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Michigan's U.P. Posts: 3,314	Only one suggestion, a Sparks' VM2. __________________ Les Baer 45 Sig Man N.R.A. Patron Life Member M.C.R.G.O.

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October 24th, 2007, 06:01 PM	#3
rathos Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Washington Posts: 398	maybe this question should go out to the holster makers out there, would there be a way to add padding to the blocker holster I have to make it more comfortable?

October 24th, 2007, 07:45 PM	#6
rathos Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Washington Posts: 398	versa max 2 is the same style as the blocker. I don't think it would be much different.

October 25th, 2007, 12:44 AM	#7
LenS Distinguished Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: US Posts: 1,373	I find the Milt Sparks Summer Special 2 very comfortable with my 1911 (5"). Available in stock from Brownells (with discount for LE/Mil or C&R FFL holders).

October 25th, 2007, 09:07 AM	#8
YellowJacket New Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Atlanta Posts: 11	I have a Texas Heritage for a 4" Springfield that is great for all-day carry. Of course, it does not have the reinforced mouth that some require in a carry rig, but it sure works well for me.

October 25th, 2007, 03:41 PM	#10
ghawk249 Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: tennessee Posts: 58	Have you looked at Crossbreed Holsters? They are a hybrid holster with a leather backing and kydex body. I have 2 one for my 1911's and it fits all size barrels. I have the Versa max and this is what I wear.