The belt - just as important as the holster!

C9H13NO3 · August 16th, 2008, 06:40 PM

I've had my VM2 for a while. I was using a 1 1/2" dickies belt that I bought from sears. It concealed well, but I would still print a little bit wearing t shirts. Just got my beltman 1 1/2" bullhide belt...and WOW! I am impressed. It's WAY more supportive, actually helps the holster pull the grip into my back, and now I don't print in a t shirt at all. I'd say it's just as important as the holster itself.

My carry rig is complete. Beltman bullhide, VM2, and a milt sparks IWB mag carrier to top it all off.

NCHornet · August 16th, 2008, 06:54 PM

I always heard this and never really believed it. That was until I bought a real gun belt with Kydex insert and it made a world of difference. Now I believe and also repeat the belt is just as important as the holster.

NCH

torrejon224 · August 16th, 2008, 06:59 PM

Absolutely, buying a good holster and not investing in a good carry belt is a waste of money!

PaulG · August 16th, 2008, 07:36 PM

I believe that the guy who does the Beltman belts used to do them for Wild Bills.

I got 2 of his belts and not only do they offer outstanding support, I have had them for 5 years; wear them everyday and they still look like new.

You would ultimately spend much more money using cheap belts that you have to keep replacing than getting a good quality gun belt.

Good move!

JAT40 · August 16th, 2008, 08:28 PM

Any links to good carry belts noted above?

sass20485 · August 16th, 2008, 08:32 PM

A REAL quality gun belt makes a BIG difference.
See the links on the mega list on the holster forum page.

FallenPhoenix · August 16th, 2008, 11:16 PM

I'm struggling to decide between a Milt Sparks belt and a beltman belt. I know I can't go wrong with either, but the wait, price, and the interesting curve in the Sparks offering, all have my putting way more thought into the decision than it probably deserves.

I have a relatively cheap department store belt now, and while a VM2 hides my Kimber pretty well, the butt of the gun still wanders a bit from my side.

SouthernZ71 · August 16th, 2008, 11:35 PM

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Originally Posted by JAT40

Any links to good carry belts noted above?

The Belt Man
Gun Belts by The Belt Man

I also have one of his bullhide belts and I am now a customer for LIFE!! I love his belts.
I have a HorseHide ordered from him now.

You wont be let down by The Belt mans quality!!

Takes about 30 days from order to door.

sass20485 · August 16th, 2008, 11:48 PM

Yes, can't go wrong with the Beltman, I have 3 and NO complaints.

QKShooter · August 17th, 2008, 12:24 AM

It really is true. A good gun belt is extermely important.
Especially for perfect OWB carry.

August 16th, 2008, 06:40 PM	#1
C9H13NO3 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 1,154	The belt - just as important as the holster! I've had my VM2 for a while. I was using a 1 1/2" dickies belt that I bought from sears. It concealed well, but I would still print a little bit wearing t shirts. Just got my beltman 1 1/2" bullhide belt...and WOW! I am impressed. It's WAY more supportive, actually helps the holster pull the grip into my back, and now I don't print in a t shirt at all. I'd say it's just as important as the holster itself. My carry rig is complete. Beltman bullhide, VM2, and a milt sparks IWB mag carrier to top it all off. __________________ -Ryan All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing.

August 16th, 2008, 06:54 PM	#2
NCHornet Distinguished Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mt Airy, NC Posts: 1,783	I always heard this and never really believed it. That was until I bought a real gun belt with Kydex insert and it made a world of difference. Now I believe and also repeat the belt is just as important as the holster. NCH __________________ When Seconds Count, The Cops Are Just Minutes Away!! Carry On! NCHornet

August 16th, 2008, 07:36 PM	#4
PaulG Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Fairfax, VA Posts: 1,127	I believe that the guy who does the Beltman belts used to do them for Wild Bills. I got 2 of his belts and not only do they offer outstanding support, I have had them for 5 years; wear them everyday and they still look like new. You would ultimately spend much more money using cheap belts that you have to keep replacing than getting a good quality gun belt. Good move! __________________ fortiter in re, suaviter in modo (resolutely in action, gently in manner).

August 17th, 2008, 12:24 AM	#10
QKShooter Assistant Administrator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Off Of The X Posts: 23,395	It really is true. A good gun belt is extermely important. Especially for perfect OWB carry. __________________ Liberty/Tyranny ___________________________ The Day The Moon Stood Still. Be Happy! *http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5lQDdegr2s*

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August 16th, 2008, 06:59 PM	#3
torrejon224 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Oregon Posts: 674	Absolutely, buying a good holster and not investing in a good carry belt is a waste of money!

August 16th, 2008, 08:28 PM	#5
JAT40 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: ma Posts: 2,209	Any links to good carry belts noted above?

August 16th, 2008, 08:32 PM	#6
sass20485 Distinguished Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central FL Posts: 1,933	A REAL quality gun belt makes a BIG difference. See the links on the mega list on the holster forum page.

August 16th, 2008, 11:16 PM	#7
FallenPhoenix Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tx Posts: 72	I'm struggling to decide between a Milt Sparks belt and a beltman belt. I know I can't go wrong with either, but the wait, price, and the interesting curve in the Sparks offering, all have my putting way more thought into the decision than it probably deserves. I have a relatively cheap department store belt now, and while a VM2 hides my Kimber pretty well, the butt of the gun still wanders a bit from my side.

August 16th, 2008, 11:48 PM	#9
sass20485 Distinguished Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central FL Posts: 1,933	Yes, can't go wrong with the Beltman, I have 3 and NO complaints.