Galco Concealable - Cheaper alternative?

zbock · June 2nd, 2009, 11:09 AM

Hey Everyone,

Is anyone aware of a cheaper alternative to a galco concealble holster? In all honestly it's the best owb I've felt so far, but it's $80. I was wondering if there was a similar/cheaper option. If not I'll probably just bite the bullet but i figured I'd like into it first. Thanks!

sigmanluke · June 2nd, 2009, 11:13 AM

I had a Galco OWB, I think it was called a YAQUIS or something like that. I bought it new for around $40.00 I have actually never seen an $80.00 Galco.

wmhawth · June 2nd, 2009, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by zbock

Hey Everyone,

Is anyone aware of a cheaper alternative to a galco concealble holster? In all honestly it's the best owb I've felt so far, but it's $80. I was wondering if there was a similar/cheaper option. If not I'll probably just bite the bullet but i figured I'd like into it first. Thanks!

The Concealable is a nice holster and if it is your favorite, for heaven's sake pay the $80.00 rather than looking for "cheap". Personally, I have a Galco Concealable for one of my guns but I prefer holsters from FIST.

JohnHenry · June 2nd, 2009, 11:35 AM

$30 cheap holster (thrown away) + $30 cheap holster (never used) + $30 cheap holster (spend two hours fixing and then don't use) = $90 for no effective holster.

I buy "cheap" if it's a Kydex holster for special or temporary use, but $70-$80 is what you should expect to pay, at least, for something decent.

You don't have to go to a custom $200 holster, but why compromise on something cheap when it may be important for you someday to actually get that gun into play?

jwhite75 · June 2nd, 2009, 11:45 AM

Speaking from experience...the Galco is worth the money. Check Ebay before you buy...you may be able to find one slightly cheaper.

transam396 · June 2nd, 2009, 11:55 AM

also check for dealers online , they seem to b cheaper than buying from galco direct. I'm going with lightingarms they have the fletch high ride for 60 plus shipping or the cop 3 slot for 48.50 plus S&H, might want to look them up.

i'm kinda limited since i carry a ruger p94

jwhite75 · June 2nd, 2009, 12:58 PM

Try here...

eBay Store - jenniferjean2: Holsters for Glock, Holsters for S W, Holsters for Sig

Saber · June 2nd, 2009, 01:43 PM

I wish I had a nickel for every nickel I ever spent on holsters. I believe a lot us may agree, that holsters are like' jewelry, fragrances, women’s shoes, and furniture. All of which are grossly marked up in profit.

Off the Soapbox:
You get what you pay for and carry devices are no different. I recommend that you really research, test and fit as many as you can. Consider your preferred dress code, daily activities, physical limitations and local environmental conditions. This will help to reduce the buyer’s remorse syndrome. Now, keep in mind that holsters are like clothing, and as such, you may likely be better served with at least two different style holsters, depending on those variables.
Regards,

Captain Crunch · June 2nd, 2009, 02:03 PM

Spend the money and buy the Galco Concealable. It's an excellent value for the price. I have one and I love it!

Give la sports a call. They have several in stock.

Remember, when you buy a cheap-o holster, that's what you get. Don't scrimp on price for something that could save your life.

Thumper · June 2nd, 2009, 02:06 PM

I've learned the hard way that "cheap" ain't "cheap"!

If funds are that tight I'd also suggest looking toward kydex to hold you over. OWB won't be as concealable but if you can't afford a good leather holster you'll have to make concessions.

Check the holsters being sold here by members too.

Good luck.

June 2nd, 2009, 11:09 AM	#1
zbock Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: texas Posts: 40	Galco Concealable - Cheaper alternative? Hey Everyone, Is anyone aware of a cheaper alternative to a galco concealble holster? In all honestly it's the best owb I've felt so far, but it's $80. I was wondering if there was a similar/cheaper option. If not I'll probably just bite the bullet but i figured I'd like into it first. Thanks!

June 2nd, 2009, 11:13 AM	#2
sigmanluke Distinguished Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Utah Posts: 1,640	I had a Galco OWB, I think it was called a YAQUIS or something like that. I bought it new for around $40.00 I have actually never seen an $80.00 Galco. __________________ "The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants." Thomas Jefferson

June 2nd, 2009, 11:35 AM	#4
JohnHenry Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Willis, TX Posts: 116	$30 cheap holster (thrown away) + $30 cheap holster (never used) + $30 cheap holster (spend two hours fixing and then don't use) = $90 for no effective holster. I buy "cheap" if it's a Kydex holster for special or temporary use, but $70-$80 is what you should expect to pay, at least, for something decent. You don't have to go to a custom $200 holster, but why compromise on something cheap when it may be important for you someday to actually get that gun into play? __________________ __________________________________ Harley rider Kimber CDP II Compact, SA XD SC40, Ruger LCP Favorites: "If you can read this, thank a teacher. If you can read this in English, thank a soldier." Admiral Gary Roughead, CNO: "I never, ever, want to see my sailors or Marines in a fair fight."

June 2nd, 2009, 11:45 AM	#5
jwhite75 VIP Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: West Virginia Posts: 2,306	Speaking from experience...the Galco is worth the money. Check Ebay before you buy...you may be able to find one slightly cheaper. __________________ Friends don't let friends be MALL NINJAS. "May God have mercy on my enemies...because I won't." -Gen. George S. Patton.

June 2nd, 2009, 12:58 PM	#7
jwhite75 VIP Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: West Virginia Posts: 2,306	Try here... eBay Store - jenniferjean2: Holsters for Glock, Holsters for S W, Holsters for Sig __________________ Friends don't let friends be MALL NINJAS. "May God have mercy on my enemies...because I won't." -Gen. George S. Patton.

June 2nd, 2009, 11:55 AM	#6
transam396 New Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Georgia Posts: 12	also check for dealers online , they seem to b cheaper than buying from galco direct. I'm going with lightingarms they have the fletch high ride for 60 plus shipping or the cop 3 slot for 48.50 plus S&H, might want to look them up. i'm kinda limited since i carry a ruger p94

June 2nd, 2009, 01:43 PM	#8
Saber Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Yuma, Arizona Posts: 761	I wish I had a nickel for every nickel I ever spent on holsters. I believe a lot us may agree, that holsters are like' jewelry, fragrances, women’s shoes, and furniture. All of which are grossly marked up in profit. Off the Soapbox: You get what you pay for and carry devices are no different. I recommend that you really research, test and fit as many as you can. Consider your preferred dress code, daily activities, physical limitations and local environmental conditions. This will help to reduce the buyer’s remorse syndrome. Now, keep in mind that holsters are like clothing, and as such, you may likely be better served with at least two different style holsters, depending on those variables. Regards, __________________ “Monsters are real and so are ghosts. They live inside of us, and sometimes they win.” ~ Stephen King

June 2nd, 2009, 02:03 PM	#9
Captain Crunch 1943 - 2009 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Montana Posts: 10,408	Spend the money and buy the Galco Concealable. It's an excellent value for the price. I have one and I love it! Give la sports a call. They have several in stock. Remember, when you buy a cheap-o holster, that's what you get. Don't scrimp on price for something that could save your life. __________________ When you’re wounded and left on Afghanistan’s plains, And the women come out to cut up what remains, Just roll to your rifle and blow out your brains, And go to your God like a soldier. Rudyard Kipling Terry

June 2nd, 2009, 02:06 PM	#10
Thumper VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Nevada Posts: 5,590	I've learned the hard way that "cheap" ain't "cheap"! If funds are that tight I'd also suggest looking toward kydex to hold you over. OWB won't be as concealable but if you can't afford a good leather holster you'll have to make concessions. Check the holsters being sold here by members too. Good luck. __________________ USMC 1968-1971 ALWAYS carry! - NEVER tell! *"Don't go to stupid places, with stupid people, and do stupid things!"*

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