Review on my new C5 Leather holster.

automatic slim · September 12th, 2009, 02:13 PM

Yesterday I received my C5Leather holster for my Para Ordnance C-7
Para Companion. I had chosen the Montana XLT IWB.
Upon initial examination, I could see that the holster was very well molded. Every detail of the intended gun shown through. The leather used was very smooth and rigid. I knew this holster would hold it's shape after the gun was drawn and reholstering would not be a problem.
The retaining straps use subdued hardware and are adjustable for cant. They fit my Galco 1.75" belt perfectly.
Now the moment of truth, I inserted my gun and it slid right in. The fit was glove like. I withdrew the gun with minimal effort. Snug enough for retention, but loose enough for a quick draw. It certainly won't need much of a break in period.
The color and stitching were uniform throughout and I especially liked the fact that the mouth and sweatshield were reinforced standard, with no extra charge. In fact C5 ships at no additional cost.
I felt the best feature was the sweatshield. For once I get a holster where the shield is actually functional and not merely decorative. It protected me the entire distance from the rear sight to the extended beavertail grip safety.
All in all, very well done at the very reasonable price of less than $70.00.

Gunnutty · September 12th, 2009, 02:16 PM

Sounds like a quality holster! Pictures???

Thumper · September 12th, 2009, 04:49 PM

Hummm... kinda hard to PICTURE!

GunnyBunny · September 12th, 2009, 05:34 PM

And a link to their website please..........

Jackawala · September 12th, 2009, 07:30 PM

Montana Xlt - C5leather

automatic slim · September 13th, 2009, 01:36 AM

Thanks Jackawala, I'm just not computer savvy enough for pics or links.

Jackawala · September 13th, 2009, 12:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by automatic slim

Thanks Jackawala, I'm just not computer savvy enough for pics or links.

No Problemo

jbum · September 13th, 2009, 11:44 PM

Drool drool!!!!!

ctm · September 14th, 2009, 11:15 PM

That's great to hear.

Jim called me this morning to say "he just got back from the post office where he mailed my holster and belt".

I had him do a slight variance on the Montana XLT for me (belt slots so I can use it OWB also) and it sounds like this might be his first belt, so we'll see how he does on custom orders.

Can't wait....

I'll get pics up as soon as I receive the goods

Bark'n · September 14th, 2009, 11:28 PM

Now that is a sweet looking holster and the price can not be beat! Incredible!

September 12th, 2009, 02:13 PM	#1
automatic slim Distinguished Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: The western edge of The Confederacy Posts: 1,223	Review on my new C5 Leather holster. Yesterday I received my C5Leather holster for my Para Ordnance C-7 Para Companion. I had chosen the Montana XLT IWB. Upon initial examination, I could see that the holster was very well molded. Every detail of the intended gun shown through. The leather used was very smooth and rigid. I knew this holster would hold it's shape after the gun was drawn and reholstering would not be a problem. The retaining straps use subdued hardware and are adjustable for cant. They fit my Galco 1.75" belt perfectly. Now the moment of truth, I inserted my gun and it slid right in. The fit was glove like. I withdrew the gun with minimal effort. Snug enough for retention, but loose enough for a quick draw. It certainly won't need much of a break in period. The color and stitching were uniform throughout and I especially liked the fact that the mouth and sweatshield were reinforced standard, with no extra charge. In fact C5 ships at no additional cost. I felt the best feature was the sweatshield. For once I get a holster where the shield is actually functional and not merely decorative. It protected me the entire distance from the rear sight to the extended beavertail grip safety. All in all, very well done at the very reasonable price of less than $70.00. __________________ "First gallant South Carolina nobly made the stand." Edge of Darkness Last edited by automatic slim; September 12th, 2009 at 02:16 PM.. Reason: spelling

September 12th, 2009, 02:16 PM	#2
Gunnutty Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Arkansas Posts: 1,177	Sounds like a quality holster! Pictures??? __________________ We will be much better off when we learn to deal with things as they really are, instead of how we wish them to be!

September 12th, 2009, 04:49 PM	#3
Thumper VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Nevada Posts: 5,597	Hummm... kinda hard to PICTURE! __________________ USMC 1968-1971 ALWAYS carry! - NEVER tell! *"Don't go to stupid places, with stupid people, and do stupid things!"*

September 12th, 2009, 05:34 PM	#4
GunnyBunny VIP Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Victoria, B.C. Posts: 2,131	And a link to their website please.......... __________________ CCW permit holder for Utah, Pennsylvannia, Maine and New Hampshire. I can carry in your country but not my own.

September 13th, 2009, 01:36 AM	#6
automatic slim Distinguished Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: The western edge of The Confederacy Posts: 1,223	Thanks Jackawala, I'm just not computer savvy enough for pics or links. __________________ "First gallant South Carolina nobly made the stand." Edge of Darkness

September 12th, 2009, 07:30 PM	#5
Jackawala Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: AZ Posts: 66	Montana Xlt - C5leather

September 13th, 2009, 11:44 PM	#8
jbum Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Dandridge Tennessee Posts: 504	Drool drool!!!!! __________________ PT145 MIL PRO MOSSBERG 500 CRUISER S&W 638 THUNDER .380 NRA MEMBER

September 14th, 2009, 11:15 PM	#9
ctm Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Lee's Summit, MO Posts: 56	That's great to hear. Jim called me this morning to say "he just got back from the post office where he mailed my holster and belt". I had him do a slight variance on the Montana XLT for me (belt slots so I can use it OWB also) and it sounds like this might be his first belt, so we'll see how he does on custom orders. Can't wait.... I'll get pics up as soon as I receive the goods

September 14th, 2009, 11:28 PM	#10
Bark'n VIP Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: West Central Missouri Posts: 4,298	Now that is a sweet looking holster and the price can not be beat! Incredible! __________________ -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."

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