Options request - Glock 17 holster mishap

BAC · May 21st, 2008, 05:16 PM

So, once again I need help. Needing a holster for an upcoming course, my dad decided on a Raven Concealment Phantom for his Glock 17. Great choice. Not gonna come in time. I'm starting to sense a pattern here.

Currently, he has a cheapy nylon thing used for storage. Looking for something that's in stock somewhere, I'm wondering if a BlackHawk CQC Level 1 Holster would be appropriate. Thumb breaks and locks are a no-go, and he has no preference towards kydex or leather (whatever's cheaper, ultimately).

Suggestions?

-B

jdsumner · May 21st, 2008, 05:19 PM

That should serve well for a training course. May not be THE best for cc, but should be fine for a class.
Who's the instructor, where/when? just out of curiosity. I live in Riverview so I 'm always keeping an ear out for good training.

Dan

jdsumner · May 21st, 2008, 05:21 PM

You could also check out the rigs 'hands on' at ShootStraight Tampa at 301 and MLK, or Patriot Arms on 60 in Brandon.

Dan

raysheen · May 21st, 2008, 05:24 PM

Give Comp-Tac a call and see what they have in stock...they make very decent holsters and generally have a very fast ship time.

BAC · May 21st, 2008, 05:47 PM

Yeah, it's not a concealment holster but just something to get my dad through the class. The Comp-Tac holsters look good, but I don't know if he's canceled his RCS order or not. If he hasn't, then I'd rather he get a "good-enough" holster because a great holster is on the way.

jdsumner, the class is in Virginia. Not exactly a quick drive over.

Thanks for the suggestion though, I'll chat 'em up and see if we both don't take a day off early to go touch-and-feel.

-B

sass20485 · May 21st, 2008, 05:55 PM

My suggestion would have been Comp Tac also. Great holster and lightning fast delivery.

rocky · May 21st, 2008, 06:04 PM

If he does go BH CQC I would recommend a paddle over the belt slide. I feel the paddle holds the gun closer to my body and distributes the weight better.

fatboy97 · May 21st, 2008, 06:52 PM

Check with Gunners Alley and see if they have any Don Hume H721 OT... far price and they usually carry holsters in stock... it's worth a try.

BAC · May 21st, 2008, 08:07 PM

Looks like he didn't cancel the order and is going to get the Blackhawk. If ShootStraight has 'em in stock we'll wait until the last minute (RCS said it should come right about when we're supposed to be flying out), otherwise we'll order from someone who has one in stock and get it here pronto.

For those who are familiar with Comp-Tac, how are their mag pouches?

-B

T Bone · May 21st, 2008, 08:07 PM

Glad to hear there WAS no mishap

as I surmised from the title!

For something quick and cheap, why not have a look at Galco's new Matrix paddle style. Should be in stock and ship quick. Check L.A. Police Gear and Product Wizard for great prices on Galco, but if it's not in stock, it might not get there in time. If they say it's coming in a few days, don't believe it. Only order if in stock (Galco probably does have it, but it'd cost a bit more).

As another alternative, even the dreaded Fobus paddle might be an option, after all, it's just a weekend course (shhh.... don't tell anyone I suggested that holster! Shhh.....).

May 21st, 2008, 05:16 PM	#1
BAC Distinguished Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Tampa, Florida Posts: 1,992	Options request - Glock 17 holster mishap So, once again I need help. Needing a holster for an upcoming course, my dad decided on a Raven Concealment Phantom for his Glock 17. Great choice. Not gonna come in time. I'm starting to sense a pattern here. Currently, he has a cheapy nylon thing used for storage. Looking for something that's in stock somewhere, I'm wondering if a BlackHawk CQC Level 1 Holster would be appropriate. Thumb breaks and locks are a no-go, and he has no preference towards kydex or leather (whatever's cheaper, ultimately). Suggestions? -B

May 21st, 2008, 06:04 PM	#7
rocky Senior Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: MI Posts: 13,074	If he does go BH CQC I would recommend a paddle over the belt slide. I feel the paddle holds the gun closer to my body and distributes the weight better. __________________ "In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock." Thomas Jefferson Nemo Me Impune Lacesset Link to my kydex builds:http://rocknloadkydex.blogspot.com/

May 21st, 2008, 06:52 PM	#8
fatboy97 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Land of 10k Lakes Posts: 1,067	Check with Gunners Alley and see if they have any Don Hume H721 OT... far price and they usually carry holsters in stock... it's worth a try. __________________ Be Observant and Be Safe. Current: Springfield XD9sc, XDm9, and Glock G26, G19, G23C, and SIG P226-40 TT, and Ruger GP-100, 22/45 MKII Former: Taurus 92SS, SIG P220 TT, S&W 360, SIG P239-40

May 21st, 2008, 08:07 PM	#10
T Bone Distinguished Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Metropolitan Detroit Posts: 1,984	Glad to hear there WAS no mishap as I surmised from the title! For something quick and cheap, why not have a look at Galco's new Matrix paddle style. Should be in stock and ship quick. Check L.A. Police Gear and Product Wizard for great prices on Galco, but if it's not in stock, it might not get there in time. If they say it's coming in a few days, don't believe it. Only order if in stock (Galco probably does have it, but it'd cost a bit more). As another alternative, even the dreaded Fobus paddle might be an option, after all, it's just a weekend course (shhh.... don't tell anyone I suggested that holster! Shhh.....). __________________ Regards, T Bone. "Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety". Benjamin Franklin

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May 21st, 2008, 05:19 PM	#2
jdsumner Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: riverview, fl Posts: 484	That should serve well for a training course. May not be THE best for cc, but should be fine for a class. Who's the instructor, where/when? just out of curiosity. I live in Riverview so I 'm always keeping an ear out for good training. Dan

May 21st, 2008, 05:21 PM	#3
jdsumner Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: riverview, fl Posts: 484	You could also check out the rigs 'hands on' at ShootStraight Tampa at 301 and MLK, or Patriot Arms on 60 in Brandon. Dan

May 21st, 2008, 05:24 PM	#4
raysheen Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: New Hampshire, USA Posts: 792	Give Comp-Tac a call and see what they have in stock...they make very decent holsters and generally have a very fast ship time.

May 21st, 2008, 05:47 PM	#5
BAC Distinguished Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Tampa, Florida Posts: 1,992	Yeah, it's not a concealment holster but just something to get my dad through the class. The Comp-Tac holsters look good, but I don't know if he's canceled his RCS order or not. If he hasn't, then I'd rather he get a "good-enough" holster because a great holster is on the way. jdsumner, the class is in Virginia. Not exactly a quick drive over. Thanks for the suggestion though, I'll chat 'em up and see if we both don't take a day off early to go touch-and-feel. -B

May 21st, 2008, 05:55 PM	#6
sass20485 Distinguished Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central FL Posts: 1,937	My suggestion would have been Comp Tac also. Great holster and lightning fast delivery.