My first real holster . . . NOW I get it!

Rev9mm · September 17th, 2008, 11:08 PM

Bought my first real holster a few months ago. Didn't buy anything too fancy, just a Fobus paddle. But it rides well on my belt, is actually quite comfortable, and most importantly it holds my gun securely and covers the trigger.

NOW I understand why a decent holster is so important! All I had before was a cheap fabric thing that was given to me by a friend. Didn't fit my gun very well and was a bit clunky to put on. Poor gun retention--even with the snap strap--as well as no trigger cover.

But with that Fobus the gun almost snaps into place. No, it actually DOES snap into place with an audible sound. The gun rides securely and firmly until I draw it out. I could run around and jump up and down at my gun would still stay there.

And as it covers the trigger, there's no worries when I put it in or take it out of my gun safe about an AD. Aha! There's that "a good holster is like another safety" thing I've heard on here!

Yup . . . another fine thing I've learned from hanging out here with you guys. Thanks, all!

Ram Rod · September 17th, 2008, 11:14 PM

Good for you on your new holster. I have a Fobus paddle for my full size Glocks, and I think I'll be getting one for my P220 as well. I do have other holsters (leather and kydex), and I'd like to soften the blow for you in upcoming replies. An awful lot of folks here won't consider a Fobus a 'real' holster. If it carries the pistol safely, and works well for you...then things are good. That's the way I see it anyway.

farronwolf · September 17th, 2008, 11:26 PM

Yep, Ram Rod hit it on the head as to what follows. The video of a guy breaking a Fobus paddle holster and taking a gun from a guy will be following shortly.

But hey, if it fits the gun and it wears and conceals well it is doing its job. I have a couple of paddle holsters, one is a Fobus, not sure about the other, and I am not leaving the patio to go look at the moment. I use them when I just need to go out to the store quick and the like. They work, not my first preference, but I did buy them and use them at times.

I will warn you of this. It is just a start. You will be buying more holsters, I can promise you that. I have paddles, in waistband, outside waistband, leather, kydex, ballistic nylon, and I use them all at times. It is kind of like pants, we don't all just have one type of pants do we? We have different ones for different events. Holsters are no different. The more guns you have and the more you carry, the more holsters you will end up with.

Glad you found something you like.

southbound · September 17th, 2008, 11:27 PM

Congratulation!!!

A nice holster one that makes you happy is always a nice find..

Now lets get you a into good belt

JerryM · September 18th, 2008, 12:13 AM

I have some leather holsters by the best. I also have Comp-Tac paddle holsters.

I have used Fobus paddles for at least 10 years, and use them at the range, and sometimes for cc.
As far as I am concerned the video of a guy breaking a Fobus off is nonsense. It assumes you just stand there while a man runs up to you and breaks the holster off. What would you be doing if it were your holster and gun??

In addition concealed means concealed. How would someone know you were carrying and where?

In time you will likely buy some real quality leather holsters, but the Fobus will still be useful, at least I find it so.

Good choice.
Regards,
Jerry

NYcarry · September 18th, 2008, 12:31 AM

Wasn't that video older and Fobus has since updated the quality control from what I've read?
I do not own any but am quite sure that it has been rectified by Fobus.
Either way I am sure it will serve you well!

sass20485 · September 18th, 2008, 12:45 AM

Well if you like it, that's all that really matters, but I see other holsters in your future.

retsupt99 · September 18th, 2008, 12:47 AM

Enjoy your new holster...

Get a box...

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

AZ Husker · September 18th, 2008, 12:48 AM

If you like your Fobus, you have great things in your holster future!

NickM · September 18th, 2008, 12:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by retsupt99

Enjoy your new holster...

Get a box...

September 17th, 2008, 11:08 PM	#1
Rev9mm Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 163	My first real holster . . . NOW I get it! Bought my first real holster a few months ago. Didn't buy anything too fancy, just a Fobus paddle. But it rides well on my belt, is actually quite comfortable, and most importantly it holds my gun securely and covers the trigger. NOW I understand why a decent holster is so important! All I had before was a cheap fabric thing that was given to me by a friend. Didn't fit my gun very well and was a bit clunky to put on. Poor gun retention--even with the snap strap--as well as no trigger cover. But with that Fobus the gun almost snaps into place. No, it actually DOES snap into place with an audible sound. The gun rides securely and firmly until I draw it out. I could run around and jump up and down at my gun would still stay there. And as it covers the trigger, there's no worries when I put it in or take it out of my gun safe about an AD. Aha! There's that "a good holster is like another safety" thing I've heard on here! Yup . . . another fine thing I've learned from hanging out here with you guys. Thanks, all!

September 17th, 2008, 11:14 PM	#2
Ram Rod VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: crawford county, arkansas Posts: 8,808	Good for you on your new holster. I have a Fobus paddle for my full size Glocks, and I think I'll be getting one for my P220 as well. I do have other holsters (leather and kydex), and I'd like to soften the blow for you in upcoming replies. An awful lot of folks here won't consider a Fobus a 'real' holster. If it carries the pistol safely, and works well for you...then things are good. That's the way I see it anyway. __________________ RamRod-----sans remords live, eat, breathe, sleep Glock

September 17th, 2008, 11:26 PM	#3
farronwolf VIP Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 2,607	Yep, Ram Rod hit it on the head as to what follows. The video of a guy breaking a Fobus paddle holster and taking a gun from a guy will be following shortly. But hey, if it fits the gun and it wears and conceals well it is doing its job. I have a couple of paddle holsters, one is a Fobus, not sure about the other, and I am not leaving the patio to go look at the moment. I use them when I just need to go out to the store quick and the like. They work, not my first preference, but I did buy them and use them at times. I will warn you of this. It is just a start. You will be buying more holsters, I can promise you that. I have paddles, in waistband, outside waistband, leather, kydex, ballistic nylon, and I use them all at times. It is kind of like pants, we don't all just have one type of pants do we? We have different ones for different events. Holsters are no different. The more guns you have and the more you carry, the more holsters you will end up with. Glad you found something you like. __________________ Just remember that shot placement is much more important with what you carry than how big a bang you get with each trigger pull.

September 18th, 2008, 12:47 AM	#8
retsupt99 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 22,780	Enjoy your new holster... Get a box... 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

September 18th, 2008, 12:48 AM	#9
AZ Husker VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Phoenix Posts: 3,575	If you like your Fobus, you have great things in your holster future! __________________ Treat me good, I'll treat you better. Treat me bad, I'll treat you worse.

September 17th, 2008, 11:27 PM	#4
southbound Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: tn Posts: 242	Congratulation!!! A nice holster one that makes you happy is always a nice find.. Now lets get you a into good belt

September 18th, 2008, 12:13 AM	#5
JerryM Distinguished Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,693	I have some leather holsters by the best. I also have Comp-Tac paddle holsters. I have used Fobus paddles for at least 10 years, and use them at the range, and sometimes for cc. As far as I am concerned the video of a guy breaking a Fobus off is nonsense. It assumes you just stand there while a man runs up to you and breaks the holster off. What would you be doing if it were your holster and gun?? In addition concealed means concealed. How would someone know you were carrying and where? In time you will likely buy some real quality leather holsters, but the Fobus will still be useful, at least I find it so. Good choice. Regards, Jerry

September 18th, 2008, 12:31 AM	#6
NYcarry Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Upstate Posts: 505	Wasn't that video older and Fobus has since updated the quality control from what I've read? I do not own any but am quite sure that it has been rectified by Fobus. Either way I am sure it will serve you well!

September 18th, 2008, 12:45 AM	#7
sass20485 Distinguished Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central FL Posts: 1,937	Well if you like it, that's all that really matters, but I see other holsters in your future.

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