Holsters for Horseback Riding - Page 2

huntemup · May 1st, 2009, 01:24 AM

I use the same holsters for riding that I use for EDC. IWB, either Cross Breed or Sparks VMII. I've never had any problems even at full tilt gallop.

gypsytt · May 1st, 2009, 06:55 AM

Thanks for all the great advice everyone! I'll definitely check out these options.

MNBurl · May 1st, 2009, 09:38 AM

My wife and I have horses and the best way is OWB strong side. I use one of my Slides for carrying a Model 66-1 2.5 or Kel-tec PF9 or M&P 40c while riding. Of course the revolver feels just right when riding a horse

I cover with an untucked shirt or in colder weather a jacket or polar fleece shirt.

Please DO NOT do SOB over your spine in case you get bucked off unless you don't like walking.

jwhite75 · May 1st, 2009, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by jwhite75

I would think a good cross draw or Small Of Back...would be the ticket.
S.O.B. SMALL OF BACK HOLSTER like this Galco or maybe the FIST #41

Meant to suggest the SOB as a sort of reverse cavalry draw at like the 4:00 oclock Thats where i have mine Igot from Dillon Leather.

AllAmerican · May 1st, 2009, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by MNBurl

My wife and I have horses and the best way is OWB strong side. I use one of my Slides for carrying a Model 66-1 2.5 or Kel-tec PF9 or M&P 40c while riding. Of course the revolver feels just right when riding a horse

I cover with an untucked shirt or in colder weather a jacket or polar fleece shirt.

Please DO NOT do SOB over your spine in case you get bucked off unless you don't like walking.

Hmmm You have horses Erik? Well, we have three and I too wear one of your Slides OWB strong side just like I do for EDC.

Yes, a Revolver for horseback riding is the ticket!

ferretray · May 1st, 2009, 01:59 PM

I know nobody ever plans on taking a spill, but if you land on your back with that chunk of metal there you're pretty much screwed.
I'd consider some type of crossdraw rig.

tellico · May 1st, 2009, 02:33 PM

Riding is one of the few times I carry at 4 o'clock. I usually carry my snubbie revolver outside the waistband at 3-4 o'clock depending on what saddle/cantle-bag, etc. I have also carried my kahr at 2:30-3:00 IWB, but it would be nearly impossible to draw properly on horseback. I would NOT carry in the small of the back when on a horse. Have known many who trail ride to carry in shoulder holsters, have not tried it myself to attest to comfort.

have always thought a thigh holster would be a good option on horseback, never tried carrying a gun there, but have carried other things there before I got my cantle bag.

what not to do:
1) carry in saddle pad pockets/saddle bags, etc
2) carry near your spine while mounted
3) carry on your body any gun that is at higher risk of discharging when "dropped" with force (in this case, better to carry in saddle pad or bags)- this is why I usually choose my snubbie over my other options
4) carry in a position that will give you blisters when combined with sweat and motion
5) carry in a position that prevents you folding down on your horse, i.e. galloping in 2-point, ducking low limbs, jumping, tightening your girth from the saddle

Rock and Glock · May 1st, 2009, 08:58 PM

That looks like an Arabian in your Avatar? Yours?

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Please DO NOT do SOB over your spine in case you get bucked off unless you don't like walking.

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I know nobody ever plans on taking a spill, but if you land on your back with that chunk of metal there you're pretty much screwed.

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carry near your spine while mounted

Yep yep and yep! Protect that spine!

Have a good ride!

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Of course the revolver feels just right when riding a horse

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Yes, a Revolver for horseback riding is the ticket!

Woo Hoo! Maybe my dear wife will consider that a valid reason for me to get that 44 Mag Ruger Super Redhawk. He he he.........

gypsytt · May 1st, 2009, 10:38 PM

Yes, I agree no SOB, but I will try 4:00. Thanks for the great advice everyone!

Yes, the Atavar is my Arabian/Appaloosa. He's a good boy. It's great knowing so many other people ride and carry. Seems like a natural thing.

Rock and Glock · May 1st, 2009, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by gypsytt

Yes, I agree no SOB, but I will try 4:00. Thanks for the great advice everyone!

Yes, the Atavar is my Arabian/Appaloosa. He's a good boy. It's great knowing so many other people ride and carry. Seems like a natural thing.

Does he have Arabian brain? Or is he more Appaloosa mellow?

I like the Arabian/Appaloosa cross personally.

May 1st, 2009, 01:24 AM	#11
huntemup Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: North Dakota Posts: 68	I use the same holsters for riding that I use for EDC. IWB, either Cross Breed or Sparks VMII. I've never had any problems even at full tilt gallop. __________________ When seconds count, the Police are minutes away!

May 1st, 2009, 09:38 AM	#13
MNBurl VIP Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 2,338	My wife and I have horses and the best way is OWB strong side. I use one of my Slides for carrying a Model 66-1 2.5 or Kel-tec PF9 or M&P 40c while riding. Of course the revolver feels just right when riding a horse I cover with an untucked shirt or in colder weather a jacket or polar fleece shirt. Please DO NOT do SOB over your spine in case you get bucked off unless you don't like walking. __________________ MNBurl Side Guard Holsters "If everyone is thinking alike, then somebody isn't thinking" - George S. Patton.

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May 1st, 2009, 06:55 AM	#12
gypsytt New Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Maine Posts: 7	Thanks for all the great advice everyone! I'll definitely check out these options.

May 1st, 2009, 01:59 PM	#16
ferretray Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 58	I know nobody ever plans on taking a spill, but if you land on your back with that chunk of metal there you're pretty much screwed. I'd consider some type of crossdraw rig.

May 1st, 2009, 02:33 PM	#17
tellico Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA Posts: 91	Riding is one of the few times I carry at 4 o'clock. I usually carry my snubbie revolver outside the waistband at 3-4 o'clock depending on what saddle/cantle-bag, etc. I have also carried my kahr at 2:30-3:00 IWB, but it would be nearly impossible to draw properly on horseback. I would NOT carry in the small of the back when on a horse. Have known many who trail ride to carry in shoulder holsters, have not tried it myself to attest to comfort. have always thought a thigh holster would be a good option on horseback, never tried carrying a gun there, but have carried other things there before I got my cantle bag. what not to do: 1) carry in saddle pad pockets/saddle bags, etc 2) carry near your spine while mounted 3) carry on your body any gun that is at higher risk of discharging when "dropped" with force (in this case, better to carry in saddle pad or bags)- this is why I usually choose my snubbie over my other options 4) carry in a position that will give you blisters when combined with sweat and motion 5) carry in a position that prevents you folding down on your horse, i.e. galloping in 2-point, ducking low limbs, jumping, tightening your girth from the saddle

May 1st, 2009, 10:38 PM	#19
gypsytt New Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Maine Posts: 7	Yes, I agree no SOB, but I will try 4:00. Thanks for the great advice everyone! Yes, the Atavar is my Arabian/Appaloosa. He's a good boy. It's great knowing so many other people ride and carry. Seems like a natural thing.