New HBE Holster

akatim · July 11th, 2008, 11:49 PM

I am fairly new to CCW and my first IWB holster was a single clip design. Uncomfortable, kept moving around, I had to constantly re-adjust the thing.

After seeing pics of Sportsterguys new HBE Com III holster a few weeks ago, I called Eric. I was wanting the exact holster for my Glock 27. In nearly record time, I have a gorgeous Com III holster and double magazine holder. I just sent payment Saturday evening. Today, Thursday morning, a package arrives...no way that it's my holster...already? Indeed it's my holster.

I cannot compliment Eric enough. Professional businessman and a true artist with leather.

The holster and magazine carrier are perfect. Flawless workmanship and design. My employees who aren't gun people were amazed at the beauty of the leather. The comfort amazed me. Perfect fit. Compared to the previous (single point clip) holster that I wore, this thing is comfortable and stays stable.

My pictures do not do this beautiful leather justice.

Tim

JD · July 11th, 2008, 11:52 PM

Very nice! I'm wearing a HBE right this moment as well.

QKShooter · July 12th, 2008, 12:05 AM

He has been doing some super fine leather work. Congrats on a getting a real nice leather rig for yourself.

N-frame Smith · July 12th, 2008, 01:16 AM

Nice going, that's a great rig. Talk about hitting a home run your second time at bat!

Rock and Glock · July 12th, 2008, 01:18 AM

Nice work!

rodc13 · July 12th, 2008, 08:43 AM

That's not fair. Aren't you supposed to accumulate a whole box of holsters before you're allowed to get a really good one?

But, seriously, that is one excellent rig. I've got a COM III and mag pouch on order with Eric for my Hi-Power. He's a great guy to deal with, and I'm thrilled that he's got his business turned around.

ozshadow · July 12th, 2008, 12:19 PM

His holsters are looking better than ever.

I really love that exact style and colors that you have.

I'd like to see a second set of stitching next to the gun personally just for the look, but I am sure he would do it if ya asked. (I prefer Rafter S belts for this same double stitched look)

Sportsterguy · July 12th, 2008, 07:13 PM

Akatim, Looks like Eric did you right!!!! Beautiful set to put it mildly!! Have mine on now with my HP and it is KA. Been wearing it constantly and it gets more comfy every day. Glad you love it. Stay safe and enjoy your new leather that shouldn't see a box for a long, long time.

Roger (Displaced Buckeye)

Silver Wolf · July 12th, 2008, 10:03 PM

AKATIM,

Is that cow or horse?

Looks like a winner, hands down. I like the color contrast. Eric does really nice work!

Congrats on a great first custom rig.

akatim · July 12th, 2008, 11:13 PM

It's made of cow in cordovan brown with the shark trim in black. It looks better in person, I just can't take pics worth crap.

I bet he would double stitch. Eric was great to deal with, he went beyond my expectations.

Tim

July 11th, 2008, 11:49 PM	#1
akatim New Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 10	New HBE Holster I am fairly new to CCW and my first IWB holster was a single clip design. Uncomfortable, kept moving around, I had to constantly re-adjust the thing. After seeing pics of Sportsterguys new HBE Com III holster a few weeks ago, I called Eric. I was wanting the exact holster for my Glock 27. In nearly record time, I have a gorgeous Com III holster and double magazine holder. I just sent payment Saturday evening. Today, Thursday morning, a package arrives...no way that it's my holster...already? Indeed it's my holster. I cannot compliment Eric enough. Professional businessman and a true artist with leather. The holster and magazine carrier are perfect. Flawless workmanship and design. My employees who aren't gun people were amazed at the beauty of the leather. The comfort amazed me. Perfect fit. Compared to the previous (single point clip) holster that I wore, this thing is comfortable and stays stable. My pictures do not do this beautiful leather justice. Tim Last edited by JD; July 11th, 2008 at 11:51 PM.. Reason: replaced URL tags with IMG tags.

July 11th, 2008, 11:52 PM	#2
JD Senior Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Central Iowa Posts: 11,656	Very nice! I'm wearing a HBE right this moment as well. __________________ Some Things Need to be Addressed... Iowa Carry.ORG: Promoting Weapons Carry Reform in Iowa Forum Customs & Courtesies

July 12th, 2008, 12:05 AM	#3
QKShooter Assistant Administrator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Off Of The X Posts: 23,502	He has been doing some super fine leather work. Congrats on a getting a real nice leather rig for yourself. __________________ Liberty/Tyranny ___________________________ Ain't That A Shame! Be Happy! *http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OG3u...1&feature=fvwp*

July 12th, 2008, 01:16 AM	#4
N-frame Smith Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 272	Nice going, that's a great rig. Talk about hitting a home run your second time at bat! __________________ "Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!" - Patrick Henry

July 12th, 2008, 01:18 AM	#5
Rock and Glock VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado at 9,500' Posts: 4,444	Nice work! __________________ Richard NRA Life Member *"Carry the battle to them. Don't let them bring it to you. Put them on the defensive and don't ever apologize for anything."* Harry S. Truman

July 12th, 2008, 08:43 AM	#6
rodc13 VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 2,701	That's not fair. Aren't you supposed to accumulate a whole box of holsters before you're allowed to get a really good one? But, seriously, that is one excellent rig. I've got a COM III and mag pouch on order with Eric for my Hi-Power. He's a great guy to deal with, and I'm thrilled that he's got his business turned around. __________________ Cheers, Rod "We're paratroopers. We're supposed to be surrounded!" Dick Winters

July 12th, 2008, 12:19 PM	#7
ozshadow Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: SE Michigan Posts: 115	His holsters are looking better than ever. I really love that exact style and colors that you have. I'd like to see a second set of stitching next to the gun personally just for the look, but I am sure he would do it if ya asked. (I prefer Rafter S belts for this same double stitched look)

July 12th, 2008, 07:13 PM	#8
Sportsterguy Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: On the River Posts: 980	Akatim, Looks like Eric did you right!!!! Beautiful set to put it mildly!! Have mine on now with my HP and it is KA. Been wearing it constantly and it gets more comfy every day. Glad you love it. Stay safe and enjoy your new leather that shouldn't see a box for a long, long time. Roger (Displaced Buckeye) __________________ Sportsterguy Molon Labe! Join the NRA today, or don't complain when your guns are taken away!

July 12th, 2008, 10:03 PM	#9
Silver Wolf Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Posts: 266	Type of leather? AKATIM, Is that cow or horse? Looks like a winner, hands down. I like the color contrast. Eric does really nice work! Congrats on a great first custom rig. __________________ Dave Little Bear Holsters http://www.littlebearholsters.com/ Mission first.... Soldiers ALWAYS!

July 12th, 2008, 11:13 PM	#10
akatim New Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 10	It's made of cow in cordovan brown with the shark trim in black. It looks better in person, I just can't take pics worth crap. I bet he would double stitch. Eric was great to deal with, he went beyond my expectations. Tim

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