UBG Holster - Page 2

dr_cmg · March 17th, 2009, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by BamaSteve

Quick question though...is there a difference in the OWB holsters that have the loops for the belt vs. the ones with slots for the belt?

Steve, I really can't answer the question because I have never owned a holster that has the slots. I prefer the snap on holsters because of my work. I have rather unusual hour and wear nice Dockers to work. When I come home I immediately change into a pair of Propper tac pants for wear around the house. They have a belt already in them and it's much easier for me to move the holster by unsnapping and resnapping than having to take the belt out. I like the way my K & D Laredo snap holsters support the pistol and the way they feel. Although I haven't used it much the Regulator has the same feel so I am very comfortable with it.

BamaSteve · March 17th, 2009, 12:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dr_cmg

Steve, I really can't answer the question because I have never owned a holster that has the slots. I prefer the snap on holsters because of my work. I have rather unusual hour and wear nice Dockers to work. When I come home I immediately change into a pair of Propper tac pants for wear around the house. They have a belt already in them and it's much easier for me to move the holster by unsnapping and resnapping than having to take the belt out. I like the way my K & D Laredo snap holsters support the pistol and the way they feel. Although I haven't used it much the Regulator has the same feel so I am very comfortable with it.

Thanks for the info. I suppose it basically comes down to preference of being able remove or put on the holster without taking off a belt.

JerryM · March 17th, 2009, 12:46 AM

If I had to choose I would choose the slot holsters. I have both. There is a potential problem with the snaps regarding the fit of the belt and the snap loops. Both of my Laredo Defenders for a G26, and one for a compact 1911 would slide on the belt until I glued a thin piece of leather inside the loops. I used RafterS belts which are thicker than almost any other belt.

The Sparks Axiom does not have the problem as I have been able to use it with 1.25 belts although the snap loops are 1.5 inches. RafterS 1.5 belts are too wide for the Axiom, but it works well with the 1.25 and does not slide.

OTOH the holsters with slots seem to tighten up, when the belt is tight, and do not slide even if the belt does not fit the slots tight. I think the slot holsters are a little more versatile as to the fit of the belt and holster.

I do not find it cumbersome to remove or put on a slot holster. I am right handed, and it is just a matter of unbuckling and running the belt through 3 trouser loops. Takes just a few seconds.

Regards,
Jerry

TN_Mike · March 17th, 2009, 01:14 AM

Nice holster George, nice looking little gun too.

Where did you go to find this "used" UBG holster?

Bark'n · March 17th, 2009, 03:42 AM

I appreciate how crisp the boning is on his holsters. I bet it really aids in retention. Great find George! Bravo!

QKShooter · March 17th, 2009, 10:33 AM

Super nice carry holster dr_cmg. May you wear it in good health.

"Nate has over the past couple of years moved from being a holster maker to being a leather artist."

I agree 100%.

Thumper · March 18th, 2009, 03:48 AM

I wouldn't own one... but 3 or 4? Oh yeah!

ICTsnub · March 18th, 2009, 05:53 AM

I have 4 UBG holsters, and I agree Nate's quality, price, and fast build time make them a phenominal deal.

I too prefer the Canute for it's snaps, but sadly because of how descretely I can remove it to lock up before entering a posted establishment.

rlimke · March 18th, 2009, 02:33 PM

I've got two holsters coming from Nate, a Canute and a Bonneville for my Kahr P45. Can hardly wait to see them.

dr_cmg · March 18th, 2009, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by TN_Mike

Nice holster George, nice looking little gun too.

Where did you go to find this "used" UBG holster?

In the Defensive Carry "Member Buy, Sell & Trade" forum. I look several time during each DC session to see if there is something that I can use. I happened on EW3's holster thread at just the right time. Two items were gone, but the one I was interested in was still available.

Just so everyone will know my interest was not for myself, but for a friend who is a former LEO and just bought a Kahr CW9 to carry on his new job. He was looking for a good holster that wasn't too expensive and that he didn't have to wait months for. The timing was perfect. He just picked it up today. Since I had the holster and a pistol that fit it and my friend is not really a computer person I decided to do a review.

I carry my CW9 in my left front pocket and should be posting a review of my new carry holster very soon. It should arrive in a week or so!

March 17th, 2009, 01:14 AM	#14
TN_Mike VIP Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: West TN Posts: 7,720	Nice holster George, nice looking little gun too. Where did you go to find this "used" UBG holster? __________________ A government big enough to give you everything you want, is strong enough to take everything you have. -Barry Goldwater 1968

March 17th, 2009, 03:42 AM	#15
Bark'n VIP Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: West Central Missouri Posts: 4,298	I appreciate how crisp the boning is on his holsters. I bet it really aids in retention. Great find George! Bravo! __________________ -Bark'n Semper Fi "The gun is the great equalizer... For it is the gun, that allows the meek to repel the monsters; Whom are bigger, stronger and without conscience, will prey on those of us who without one, would surely perish."

March 18th, 2009, 03:48 AM	#17
Thumper VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Nevada Posts: 5,597	I wouldn't own one... but 3 or 4? Oh yeah! __________________ USMC 1968-1971 ALWAYS carry! - NEVER tell! *"Don't go to stupid places, with stupid people, and do stupid things!"*

March 18th, 2009, 05:53 AM	#18
ICTsnub Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Kansas Posts: 615	I have 4 UBG holsters, and I agree Nate's quality, price, and fast build time make them a phenominal deal. I too prefer the Canute for it's snaps, but sadly because of how descretely I can remove it to lock up before entering a posted establishment. __________________ I'm not a lawyer or a LEO, just a pantload with a computer.

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March 17th, 2009, 12:46 AM	#13
JerryM Distinguished Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,694	If I had to choose I would choose the slot holsters. I have both. There is a potential problem with the snaps regarding the fit of the belt and the snap loops. Both of my Laredo Defenders for a G26, and one for a compact 1911 would slide on the belt until I glued a thin piece of leather inside the loops. I used RafterS belts which are thicker than almost any other belt. The Sparks Axiom does not have the problem as I have been able to use it with 1.25 belts although the snap loops are 1.5 inches. RafterS 1.5 belts are too wide for the Axiom, but it works well with the 1.25 and does not slide. OTOH the holsters with slots seem to tighten up, when the belt is tight, and do not slide even if the belt does not fit the slots tight. I think the slot holsters are a little more versatile as to the fit of the belt and holster. I do not find it cumbersome to remove or put on a slot holster. I am right handed, and it is just a matter of unbuckling and running the belt through 3 trouser loops. Takes just a few seconds. Regards, Jerry

March 17th, 2009, 10:33 AM	#16
QKShooter Assistant Administrator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Off Of The X Posts: 23,499	Super nice carry holster dr_cmg. May you wear it in good health. "Nate has over the past couple of years moved from being a holster maker to being a leather artist." I agree 100%.

March 18th, 2009, 02:33 PM	#19
rlimke Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 35	I've got two holsters coming from Nate, a Canute and a Bonneville for my Kahr P45. Can hardly wait to see them.