Gun Belts

johnsonabq · February 14th, 2009, 11:57 AM

It seems most good holster makers offer their own belts too. But man they're pricey! Are they worth it? What do they do that a good new regular belt won't? How many of you have one and what do you think?

sass20485 · February 14th, 2009, 12:25 PM

A regular belt will not stand up to the weight of your gun and holster over an extended period of time. A gun belt will get the job done and last MUCH longer than any regular grade belt. Check out the belts offered by the BELTMAN, link is www.thebeltman.net. He has fine quality gun belts at reasonable prices with prompt delivery.

CEW58 · February 14th, 2009, 12:32 PM

+1 on The Beltman! A good belt makes all the difference in the word.

boricua · February 14th, 2009, 12:32 PM

I too though (think) that gun belts are pricey, but decided to make the investment for my own good. The deciding moment came one morning, while taking my dogs out for a quick walk before going to work. I'm carrying IWB with my regular 1 1/2 inch belt and bent over to pick up some doodoo, when my holster pops out. The clips slipped off my flimsy belt.

The same day I went out and bought a Beltman belt. Yes, I live about 45 minutes away from a gun shop in Apex, NC that sells them (Beltman is in Apex). I gladly paid the $70 and my problem has been solved. No more issues, no more worries. The belt's thickness and stiffness secures the holster/gun more efficiently, and in my case, the clips on my holsters stay where they are supposed to, on the belt.

MadMac · February 14th, 2009, 01:53 PM

Dude,

I live near Apex. Is it Young Guns?

Does the beltman have a shop in Apex?

boricua · February 14th, 2009, 04:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MadMac

Dude,

I live near Apex. Is it Young Guns?

Does the beltman have a shop in Apex?

Yes, Young Guns has a rack in the middle aisle with Beltman belts. Beltman does not have a store. Just make sure you leave your gun at home, Young Guns has the "No Guns Allowed" sing on his front door and two dozen guns in his display cabinet.

MadMac · February 14th, 2009, 05:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by boricua

Yes, Young Guns has a rack in the middle aisle with Beltman belts. Beltman does not have a store. Just make sure you leave your gun at home, Young Guns has the "No Guns Allowed" sing on his front door and two dozen guns in his display cabinet.

Drove over today - only three BeltMan belts left on the rack - none in my size. I guess I'll be ordering it direct. I was able to find the right size by trying on the the ones that DON'T fit. Now I know what to order.

I may need to order one from outside the state. I have issues about paying state sales tax if I don't have to. I'd rather pay the shipping - at least FedEx provides a good service for the money I pay.

GunnyBunny · February 14th, 2009, 05:18 PM

If you're gonna order directly, I have the following advice. FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR MEASUREMENT EXACTLY OR YOU WILL GET THE WRONG SIZE!!

Too subtle guys?

Ray Blodgett · February 14th, 2009, 05:45 PM

Just purchased a Comp-Tac Tapered Belt with a kydex linner sandwiched between the outer and inner pieces of leather. Super comfortable- super support. A little thicker than the Belt man I have, but a real nice looking belt.
The taper gives the appearence of a nice dress belt. Excellent fit with my M.T.A.C. holster and others. Thier service is excellent and delivery time 9 days.

AllAmerican · February 14th, 2009, 05:48 PM

$20 Geogia Boot Company belt works just fine. Im not sold yet on the $50-$70 belt hype yet.

Sorry, its a belt.

February 14th, 2009, 11:57 AM	#1
johnsonabq Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 488	Gun Belts It seems most good holster makers offer their own belts too. But man they're pricey! Are they worth it? What do they do that a good new regular belt won't? How many of you have one and what do you think? __________________ Jeff NRA Member Kimber Ultra Carry II, Glock G23 & G36, Kahr PM9, Winchester 1300 Defender 12gauge pump (my favorite but hard to hide)

February 14th, 2009, 12:32 PM	#3
CEW58 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 625	+1 on The Beltman! A good belt makes all the difference in the word. __________________ "It is in truth not for glory, nor riches, nor honours that we are fighting, but for freedom — for that alone, which no honest man gives up but with life itself. The Declaration of Arbroath in the year 1320 Sig P229 DAK Ruger SP101

February 14th, 2009, 12:32 PM	#4
boricua Distinguished Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Mpls Posts: 1,846	I too though (think) that gun belts are pricey, but decided to make the investment for my own good. The deciding moment came one morning, while taking my dogs out for a quick walk before going to work. I'm carrying IWB with my regular 1 1/2 inch belt and bent over to pick up some doodoo, when my holster pops out. The clips slipped off my flimsy belt. The same day I went out and bought a Beltman belt. Yes, I live about 45 minutes away from a gun shop in Apex, NC that sells them (Beltman is in Apex). I gladly paid the $70 and my problem has been solved. No more issues, no more worries. The belt's thickness and stiffness secures the holster/gun more efficiently, and in my case, the clips on my holsters stay where they are supposed to, on the belt. __________________ Duty, Honor, Country...MEDIC!!! Glock 27 XD40 sc S&W 442 Comm. SAF Sig P250c (40) S&W 686-4(P) Mossy 590A1 Rem 870 Wingmaster NRAGOASAF

February 14th, 2009, 05:18 PM	#8
GunnyBunny VIP Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Victoria, B.C. Posts: 2,131	If you're gonna order directly, I have the following advice. FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR MEASUREMENT EXACTLY OR YOU WILL GET THE WRONG SIZE!! Too subtle guys? __________________ CCW permit holder for Utah, Pennsylvannia, Maine and New Hampshire. I can carry in your country but not my own.

February 14th, 2009, 05:45 PM	#9
Ray Blodgett Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Concord,nh Posts: 102	Just purchased a Comp-Tac Tapered Belt with a kydex linner sandwiched between the outer and inner pieces of leather. Super comfortable- super support. A little thicker than the Belt man I have, but a real nice looking belt. The taper gives the appearence of a nice dress belt. Excellent fit with my M.T.A.C. holster and others. Thier service is excellent and delivery time 9 days. __________________ LIVE FREE OR DIE

February 14th, 2009, 12:25 PM	#2
sass20485 Distinguished Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central FL Posts: 1,937	A regular belt will not stand up to the weight of your gun and holster over an extended period of time. A gun belt will get the job done and last MUCH longer than any regular grade belt. Check out the belts offered by the BELTMAN, link is www.thebeltman.net. He has fine quality gun belts at reasonable prices with prompt delivery.

February 14th, 2009, 01:53 PM	#5
MadMac Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: USA Posts: 496	Dude, I live near Apex. Is it Young Guns? Does the beltman have a shop in Apex?

February 14th, 2009, 05:48 PM	#10
AllAmerican VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Chesterfield, Kakalaki del Sur Posts: 2,401	$20 Geogia Boot Company belt works just fine. Im not sold yet on the $50-$70 belt hype yet. Sorry, its a belt. __________________ My Music: www.reverbnation.com/dickiefredericks New tunes added. "The Double Tap Center Mass Boogie. Learn it, know it, love it, shoot it. Good guys should live, bad guys not so much. " - Ted Nugent 09

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