Colt Diamondback Holster Help Needed

Gunnutty · December 3rd, 2007, 06:54 PM

Okay guys need some help. I'm looking for a OWB hi rise holster for a Colt diamondback 4 inch barrel. Old school I know!!
Yes I have run a search here and been thru most of the web sites on our link page. Nearly everyone ( not the custom makers on this forum) includes the Diamondback in with the Python and the Python is bigger making the holster to big as well.
Are the Diamondback and the Smith K frames roughly the same size? They look pretty close.
Can anyone direct me to a site or maker that shows this on their website? I know it is not feasible for someone to get a pattern for just one holster sooooo...
HELP!!!!!

torrejon224 · December 3rd, 2007, 07:12 PM

Any of the custom firms like Sparks, Alessi, etc should have the dummy gun to make a holster for you. Your best way to find one is to get on the phone or send e-mail. If your not wanting to spend big $$, Safariland should have what you want as they made most of our rigs back when I carried a wheelgun as a LEO. FWIW, I have also seen some on e-bay for the diamondback. Good luck.

Rhome · December 3rd, 2007, 07:55 PM

Gunnutty, most custom makers will have a dummy gun for the Python but not for the Diamondback, if you really want a nice holster for it you may have to send the holster maker your Diamondback to use as a pattern.
Best,
Rhome

Gunnutty · December 3rd, 2007, 08:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rhome

Gunnutty, most custom makers will have a dummy gun for the Python but not for the Diamondback, if you really want a nice holster for it you may have to send the holster maker your Diamondback to use as a pattern.
Best,
Rhome

That is what I was wondering about. Safariland, Bianchi, Hume, Rossi and Gould do not list the Diamondback or if they do it is the same number as the Python, which is a bigger gun.
I was wondering if the Smith K frame would be a fairly close match.
Thanks for the replies.

sass20485 · December 3rd, 2007, 08:32 PM

Try calling Rudy at Black Hills Leather, he makes a fine holster for a revolver.
He can most likely make what you need.

N-frame Smith · December 3rd, 2007, 10:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gunnutty

Are the Diamondback and the Smith K frames roughly the same size? They look pretty close.

The K-frame is a bit larger than the Diamondback's D-frame, but even worse is the difference in barrel shape. None of the standard K-frames have a full lug barrel like the Diamondback, so while the frame fit will be a bit loose, the chances of a tightly boned holster accepting the Diamondback barrel are slim.

Rob99VMI04 · December 3rd, 2007, 10:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gunnutty

Okay guys need some help. I'm looking for a OWB hi rise holster for a Colt diamondback 4 inch barrel. Old school I know!!
Yes I have run a search here and been thru most of the web sites on our link page. Nearly everyone ( not the custom makers on this forum) includes the Diamondback in with the Python and the Python is bigger making the holster to big as well.
Are the Diamondback and the Smith K frames roughly the same size? They look pretty close.
Can anyone direct me to a site or maker that shows this on their website? I know it is not feasible for someone to get a pattern for just one holster sooooo...
HELP!!!!!

Sorry I have no suggestion however........

COLT DIAMONDBACKS ARE HOTTTTTTTT!!!

Gunnutty · December 3rd, 2007, 10:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rob99VMI04

Sorry I have no suggestion however........

COLT DIAMONDBACKS ARE HOTTTTTTTT!!!

I agree. I had forgotten how good this one shoots and think I'll give it a job for awhile.

frostyeyes · December 4th, 2007, 05:22 PM

Gunnutty: since I have a Diamondback in factory nickle I know what your going thru after a long search I got one of the cheaper holsters for a S&W that fit close and had my shoemaker put a couple of stiches here and there to make it fit proper and be retained. Mine has been going strong ( Holster ) for 4 years now. The pistol has been with me since 1973 and what a dream it is to shoot I trained all my sons to shoot on it and of course they all want it now but my wife who it actually belongs to says her grandaughter gets 1st shot at it.

Gunnutty · December 4th, 2007, 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by frostyeyes

Gunnutty: since I have a Diamondback in factory nickle I know what your going thru after a long search I got one of the cheaper holsters for a S&W that fit close and had my shoemaker put a couple of stiches here and there to make it fit proper and be retained. Mine has been going strong ( Holster ) for 4 years now. The pistol has been with me since 1973 and what a dream it is to shoot I trained all my sons to shoot on it and of course they all want it now but my wife who it actually belongs to says her grandaughter gets 1st shot at it.

I've found a holstermaker in Hope Ar. that is going to build me a holster. He does more of the western styles then the pancake that I ask for so we'll see how it turns out.

Frosty if that Diamondback is gonna cause any trouble in the family you can send it my way. I'm always glad to help out a friend in need.

December 3rd, 2007, 06:54 PM	#1
Gunnutty Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Arkansas Posts: 1,160	Colt Diamondback Holster Help Needed Okay guys need some help. I'm looking for a OWB hi rise holster for a Colt diamondback 4 inch barrel. Old school I know!! Yes I have run a search here and been thru most of the web sites on our link page. Nearly everyone ( not the custom makers on this forum) includes the Diamondback in with the Python and the Python is bigger making the holster to big as well. Are the Diamondback and the Smith K frames roughly the same size? They look pretty close. Can anyone direct me to a site or maker that shows this on their website? I know it is not feasible for someone to get a pattern for just one holster sooooo... HELP!!!!! __________________ We will be much better off when we learn to deal with things as they really are, instead of how we wish them to be! Last edited by Gunnutty; December 3rd, 2007 at 07:18 PM.. Reason: To broad a statement

December 3rd, 2007, 07:55 PM	#3
Rhome Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: CA Posts: 647	Gunnutty, most custom makers will have a dummy gun for the Python but not for the Diamondback, if you really want a nice holster for it you may have to send the holster maker your Diamondback to use as a pattern. Best, Rhome __________________ Politicians are like diapers, they should be changed often and for the same reason. ~ Robin Williams ~ www.desbiensgunleather.com

December 4th, 2007, 05:22 PM	#9
frostyeyes Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Livonia Mi. Posts: 218	Gunnutty: since I have a Diamondback in factory nickle I know what your going thru after a long search I got one of the cheaper holsters for a S&W that fit close and had my shoemaker put a couple of stiches here and there to make it fit proper and be retained. Mine has been going strong ( Holster ) for 4 years now. The pistol has been with me since 1973 and what a dream it is to shoot I trained all my sons to shoot on it and of course they all want it now but my wife who it actually belongs to says her grandaughter gets 1st shot at it. __________________ Gun Control: What a long strange trip it's been

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December 3rd, 2007, 07:12 PM	#2
torrejon224 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Oregon Posts: 674	Any of the custom firms like Sparks, Alessi, etc should have the dummy gun to make a holster for you. Your best way to find one is to get on the phone or send e-mail. If your not wanting to spend big $$, Safariland should have what you want as they made most of our rigs back when I carried a wheelgun as a LEO. FWIW, I have also seen some on e-bay for the diamondback. Good luck.

December 3rd, 2007, 08:32 PM	#5
sass20485 Distinguished Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central FL Posts: 1,933	Try calling Rudy at Black Hills Leather, he makes a fine holster for a revolver. He can most likely make what you need.