Kydex???? - Page 2

lance22 · August 15th, 2008, 10:05 AM

Above, my Kahr P40 which has been carried for four years, kydex about 60% of the time. The finish is as pristine and flawless as the day I purchased it.

Below it is my blued Kimber which I have carried on and off for a year and a half. The Kimber has noticable holster wear. Both guns use holsters from the same craftman. One gun has holster wear and the other doesn't.

My conclusion? It's not the holster, it's the finish of your gun.

rocky · August 15th, 2008, 11:15 AM

To add, Glock makes a tough finish that resists wear. While the top coat(s) may show some wear, it has several to protect the bare metal under the coatings.

High Noon · August 15th, 2008, 12:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by QKShooter

Kydex and leather holsters both will eventually wear the finish off your daily carry firearm.
Suede lined leather holsters can accelerate holster wear by trapping grit.

Animal suede, yes we agree. Thats like a magnet for dirt dust and oil. Synthetic (man made) suede is a whole different story. We did tests with both a number of years back, there was no comparasion, the synthetic just out performs on all levels. Especially in the durablity category. We use only synthetic since day one on some lines ( outside the pants). Leather lined is also another option, we use that on inside the pants.

Take care
Justin

dukalmighty · August 15th, 2008, 04:14 PM

I think it depends on the guns finish some finishes wear faster than others

QKShooter · August 15th, 2008, 05:06 PM

That's interesting. New one on me. Good added information.

Quote:

Originally Posted by High Noon

Animal suede, yes we agree. Thats like a magnet for dirt dust and oil. Synthetic (man made) suede is a whole different story. We did tests with both a number of years back, there was no comparasion, the synthetic just out performs on all levels. Especially in the durablity category. We use only synthetic since day one on some lines ( outside the pants). Leather lined is also another option, we use that on inside the pants.

Take care
Justin

Freedomofchoice · August 15th, 2008, 05:15 PM

TDC wrote:

Quote:

Are you serious?? Its a tool. You carry it to preserve life, not pick up chicks. Firearms like all tools will show wear, break, and eventually become unusable. Anyone or anything wishing to rob you of your existence won't care so why should you? When it breaks or becomes to much of an eye sore to carry, buy another one...

TDC

I have to agree with TDC. If you want to keep your gun in sparkling new condition, keep it in a safe and don't ever shoot it or carry it. Any holster, whether kydex or leather will eventually rub off some finish.

My favorite Glocks:

JerryM · August 15th, 2008, 05:58 PM

It would be nice if the finish on our guns lasted for years and years of hard use, but it does not.
I guess it is a lot like a new car. We park away from others when we can, and try to keep another's door from banging or a shopping cart from hitting it. Sooner or later there is a scratch.

It is just not possible to prevent wear to our guns and some paint damage to our cars.

I don't really know if kydex wears the finish more than leather. I use kydex at the range, and often leather for carry. I sure do like the snap of the kydex when drawing or holstering. I do not use leather at the range nearly as often as kydex.

Everybody needs a kydex paddle range holster. I have three kydex paddle holsters. When I go to the range it is easy to change them according to which gun I want to use.

Regards,
Jerry

semperfi.45 · August 15th, 2008, 08:58 PM

It adds character...and it's only a Glock.

retsupt99 · August 16th, 2008, 02:28 AM

I have both leather (which I prefer) and kydex holsters. In hot weather, the kydex will not be as comfortable against your skin even with a T-shirt in between...OMO

Leather feels so much better...neither has caused much wear on my carry weapons over the years.

Kydex is definitely thinner, but it does not give like leather...I have found kydex holsters to sort of dig in to the skin over a long period of time.

I do like the kydex pocket holsters...kydex is better for pocket carry!

Stay armed...use a quality holster...stay safe!

semperfi.45 · August 16th, 2008, 07:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by retsupt99

I do like the kydex pocket holsters...kydex is better for pocket carry!

I have never tried a kydex pocket holster, but you have my attention. Would you care to qualify that statement and enlighten me as to which holster? I have pondered an Aholster for my J-frame in the past.

August 15th, 2008, 10:05 AM	#11
lance22 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: MN Posts: 792	Above, my Kahr P40 which has been carried for four years, kydex about 60% of the time. The finish is as pristine and flawless as the day I purchased it. Below it is my blued Kimber which I have carried on and off for a year and a half. The Kimber has noticable holster wear. Both guns use holsters from the same craftman. One gun has holster wear and the other doesn't. My conclusion? It's not the holster, it's the finish of your gun. __________________ Get MN specific carry information at http://www.twincitiescarry.com/forum/

August 15th, 2008, 11:15 AM	#12
rocky Senior Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: MI Posts: 13,074	To add, Glock makes a tough finish that resists wear. While the top coat(s) may show some wear, it has several to protect the bare metal under the coatings. __________________ "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/

August 15th, 2008, 04:14 PM	#14
dukalmighty VIP Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: texas Posts: 6,383	I think it depends on the guns finish some finishes wear faster than others __________________ I like Poetry,Long Walks On The Beach,And Poking Dead Things With A Stick

August 15th, 2008, 08:58 PM	#18
semperfi.45 VIP Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Over here now! Posts: 3,343	It adds character...and it's only a Glock. __________________ My art is different from yours; it consists not in defeating others, but in not being defeated.

August 16th, 2008, 02:28 AM	#19
retsupt99 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 22,741	I have both leather (which I prefer) and kydex holsters. In hot weather, the kydex will not be as comfortable against your skin even with a T-shirt in between...OMO Leather feels so much better...neither has caused much wear on my carry weapons over the years. Kydex is definitely thinner, but it does not give like leather...I have found kydex holsters to sort of dig in to the skin over a long period of time. I do like the kydex pocket holsters...kydex is better for pocket carry! Stay armed...use a quality holster...stay safe! __________________ "That I cannot do." "Give this to, uh, Clemenza. I want reliable people, people who aren't going to be carried away. After all we're not murderers in spite of what this undertaker thinks." *********************************** NRA Life Member

August 15th, 2008, 05:58 PM	#17
JerryM Distinguished Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,693	It would be nice if the finish on our guns lasted for years and years of hard use, but it does not. I guess it is a lot like a new car. We park away from others when we can, and try to keep another's door from banging or a shopping cart from hitting it. Sooner or later there is a scratch. It is just not possible to prevent wear to our guns and some paint damage to our cars. I don't really know if kydex wears the finish more than leather. I use kydex at the range, and often leather for carry. I sure do like the snap of the kydex when drawing or holstering. I do not use leather at the range nearly as often as kydex. Everybody needs a kydex paddle range holster. I have three kydex paddle holsters. When I go to the range it is easy to change them according to which gun I want to use. Regards, Jerry

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