Andrew's Leather Holster ?

novalty · January 14th, 2009, 09:59 AM

Hello,

I am looking at the holsters from Andrew's Leather for my newly acquired S&W 5906. Was wondering if his MacDaniel's II crossdraw can also be used as a strong side IWB holster as well. It doesn't specifically say it on his website. Am assuming that it does, since is say's that the MacDaniel's II crossdraw

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shares all the characteristics of the original MacDaniel design

. I drive quite a bit, so having the ability to switch to crossdraw seems like a major benefit to me.

Paul

T Bone · January 14th, 2009, 10:38 AM

Also on the site under the Crossdraw it states "The original rear mount hardware is retained to offer both carry options. A plug screw is provided for the one not in use."

The answer is yes. Nice holster, I need to try one some day.

ELCruisr · January 14th, 2009, 10:41 AM

I have one and it works well. I also have one of his Car Jacker Crossdraws mounted on my seatbelt which works well to.

novalty · January 14th, 2009, 10:48 AM

T-Bone,

Now I realize there actually is such a thing as a "stupid question."

Not sure how I skipped over that part of the webpage.

ELCruisr,

Glad to hear a positive response on the holster. I currently have a BlackHawk CQC holster, and it works great for strongside and can be used as crossdraw as well with adjustments for cant. But it is fairly difficult to conceal, and rides fairly low, as I am 5'5" and 140lbs long shirts to conceal it make me look like I wearing clothes way too big for me. The crossdraw option is a big plus for me, as I have my CCW coming soon, and often target practice with my inlaws that live about 2 hours away from me, so having it comfortable while driving is a needed feature.

Paul

sass20485 · January 14th, 2009, 03:54 PM

Sam makes great holsters.

jonesy_26 · January 15th, 2009, 11:06 PM

I have the McDaniels X-draw as well. It's a nice holster. The retention is much less than I was expecting (I spent no time breaking it in), but the rear "wing" keeps it pretty stable on the hip. I'd reccomend it.

novalty · January 16th, 2009, 09:07 AM

Jonesy,

Glad to hear another positive response from someone that has one. Talked with Andrew's Leather yesterday, and they said they would begin another production run next week, so it should take about 4-5 weeks. Would really like to get their Monarch rig, but the $95 is an easier pricetag for me to take now, instead of $225 of the Monarch.

Paul

Erik · January 18th, 2009, 08:01 PM

I've got one, though find myself running it strong side using two tabs for stabilization. I like it, and Mr. Andrews epitomized customer service.

January 14th, 2009, 10:38 AM	#2
T Bone Distinguished Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Metropolitan Detroit Posts: 1,984	Also on the site under the Crossdraw it states "The original rear mount hardware is retained to offer both carry options. A plug screw is provided for the one not in use." The answer is yes. Nice holster, I need to try one some day. __________________ Regards, T Bone. "Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety". Benjamin Franklin

January 14th, 2009, 10:41 AM	#3
ELCruisr VIP Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Central FL Posts: 2,071	I have one and it works well. I also have one of his Car Jacker Crossdraws mounted on my seatbelt which works well to. __________________ If you stand up and be counted, from time to time you may get yourself knocked down. But remember this: A man flattened by an opponent can get up again. A man flattened by conformity stays down for good. ~ Thomas J. Watson, Jr.

January 18th, 2009, 08:01 PM	#8
Erik Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: USA Posts: 340	I've got one, though find myself running it strong side using two tabs for stabilization. I like it, and Mr. Andrews epitomized customer service. __________________ God, country, family.

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January 14th, 2009, 10:48 AM	#4
novalty Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Maine Posts: 15	T-Bone, Now I realize there actually is such a thing as a "stupid question." Not sure how I skipped over that part of the webpage. ELCruisr, Glad to hear a positive response on the holster. I currently have a BlackHawk CQC holster, and it works great for strongside and can be used as crossdraw as well with adjustments for cant. But it is fairly difficult to conceal, and rides fairly low, as I am 5'5" and 140lbs long shirts to conceal it make me look like I wearing clothes way too big for me. The crossdraw option is a big plus for me, as I have my CCW coming soon, and often target practice with my inlaws that live about 2 hours away from me, so having it comfortable while driving is a needed feature. Paul

January 14th, 2009, 03:54 PM	#5
sass20485 Distinguished Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central FL Posts: 1,937	Sam makes great holsters.

January 15th, 2009, 11:06 PM	#6
jonesy_26 Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: SE MI Posts: 279	I have the McDaniels X-draw as well. It's a nice holster. The retention is much less than I was expecting (I spent no time breaking it in), but the rear "wing" keeps it pretty stable on the hip. I'd reccomend it.

January 16th, 2009, 09:07 AM	#7
novalty Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Maine Posts: 15	Jonesy, Glad to hear another positive response from someone that has one. Talked with Andrew's Leather yesterday, and they said they would begin another production run next week, so it should take about 4-5 weeks. Would really like to get their Monarch rig, but the $95 is an easier pricetag for me to take now, instead of $225 of the Monarch. Paul