This holster is a Galco Royal Guard. I found it to be the most one of the most comfortable holsters to wear. I carry a CZ P01. This is worth every penny.
I absolutely love my Glock 19 Gen 4! I am new to conceal carry and I wouldn't want to carry anything else. I am definitely going to look at this holster. I currently use the basic Serpa holster, but my gun feels like it bounces when I walk and doesn't feel secure on my waist. I double check it before I leave the house, it isn't floppy or anything, just feels that way.
I find your videos very well done. You obviously know what you are talking about and it is done in a style that is easy to understand. I was a reserve officer for about 15 years and fell I can trust your information as very well informed. And yes, Lenny, I ended my LEO stint using two Glocks - a Md 35 and a Md. 27. Thanks. Great job.
I love and use your Undertech shirts. As far as an IWB holster, Stealth Gear is hands down the most comfortable, most durable and best made one on the market!
Mine too is about 15 years old and has the perfect amount of wear to make it even better. If it isn't lost or eaten by a Rottweiler, it really could last a couple lifetimes.
Another copy of the Milt Sparks rig that was the definitive IWB holster before anyone knew what IWB meant.Bought my first MS in 1991 and it still works great except when I get a little sweaty then it reminds me of my uncles farm saddles.
I've tried Fobus, Uncle Mikes, Sticky, Bravo Concealment, Alien Gear & several others. My favorite is my Springfield XDS in an Old Faithful IWB. Very comfortable!
Love your trucks and content! I had a white 2nd gen just like that about 6 years or so ago. I used it with a Smarty tuner and the Edge comp that was available at the time. I don’t have any data to back this up, but I was definitely more impressed with the feel of the Smarty. Not that the Edge Comp was bad, but I wished I had the Smarty back once I had the Comp.
I have 2 Galco leather conceal holsters, and agree leather is best. Leather's unique properties allow it to conform to the shape of your gun over time, holding the gun secure, plus easily releasing it. No other material I've used does that. Leather is also comfortable and extremely durable. Like the man says, there is a breaking in period- just like there is for a baseball glove. Its pretty simple, if you're in a big hurry buy a plastic holster.
I have 4 guns and I've bought a dozen holsters before I found a style of CCW I could be satisfied with. I have 4 1911's (22LR, .380, 9mm, and a 45 ACP). I have an N82 for each of them. I carry concealed at all times and the N82's are never uncomfortable.
I was getting security force training from a retired Chief Signalman, he had the story's of what sentries used to be like having a wooden Baton in a leather sheath that was shrunken around it, so they had to trick it in their belt and if they used it it would still have the sheath stuck on it.
One thing that will help is to put some leather conditioner (or Glove conditioner from Hibbets works great), put the gun in and let it sit over night. Cuts the break in process in half.
2:06 ring finger in the trigger guard, touching the trigger. Love it! Just put your index finger in there and spin it like an old-time Western star. Leather IWB holsters work for Nevada, where there's no humidity, but in 3/4 of the country, including here in Florida, they are a recipe for a rusty slide. I also don't like the fact that you must wear a belt with this model. Sometimes all I wear are surf-shorts and a t-shirt. A belt can be too bulky, even if the shorts have loops.
+Joey Crow It depends on what gun I'm carrying. I prefer Kydex IWB carry with a clip when carrying my M&P40c. CZ-75PCR or PT111G2 (they all fit in the same holster). The clip secures to the waistband on my pants or shorts, without the need for a belt. The clip is also made "tuckable" so you can tuck your shirt in if you want. I carry in the appendix position mostly. I also have a blade-tech plastic IWB with a clip for my Shield 9mm. I used to carry a Kel-tec P11 with the clip attached to the frame, no holster needed. The advantage all of these methods have over leather, in addition to not getting your gun soaking wet with perspiration and humidity, is that they are made from porous material. They hold their shape when the weapon is drawn, making it easier to re-holster. Leather collapses, making it more difficult to holster your gun after the threat is over. This could be dangerous in a stressful situation, when adrenalin is flowing. I often carry my Taurus PT-22 when something really small is needed. This is either IWB in Kydex or in a pocket holster; usually in my right cargo pocket (I hate having anything in my front pockets, its a Marine thing). Probably more of an answer, and a less specific one, than you were looking for, but I hope it helped.
+5Ring Yeah, that was a hell of an answer. Haha that's what I needed to know, though. thanks for taking the time, and your quick response. Much appreciated.
Yes, well I carried my PT-111 G2 for ONE DAY in a leather holster and the slide rusted. I cleaned it and now carry in a Bladetech polymer holster. No rust. (Also, I clean my guns every time they are fired).
I’m surprised you don’t have a bigger subscriber base. You have t.v. Quality voice. I’m not a glock fan, but I’m a fan of your channel. Keep up the good work.
Wrap your gun in waxed paper, insert it into the holster and let it set a day or two. The wax lubricates the holster slightly , allowing the leather to mold to the gun,expand slightly as it were.mLeave the gun alone for at least a day, two to be sure.
Right on or spray some Silicone on the inside of the Holster and then draw it in and out of it or Galco sells a Hloster Eazz bottle of holster breaking in stuff also all will work great etc
I've tried leather holsters but have never found one that felt smooth on the draw, even after plenty of break in time. I would imagine much of that is because I've gotten so used to kydex. The only exceptions have been the old fashioned 'cowboy' gun belts with tied down holsters...smooth as butter but hardly applicable for concealment. :)
Another exceptional video. Great audio. Great picture quality. Nice flow. Plus, it must be nice to be that fit. Lenny, you should do a video on your workout and diet.
Here's one boys and girls: Garrett Industries Holsters. Kydex lined with Hermann Oak leather to create a product with the greatness of both worlds. Leather for silent draw, kydex for solidarity and fit.
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I personally prefer the NRA Covert Comfort IWB Holster for my Glock 26. Very comfortable and just as useful and serviceable as the one in this video. The issue is a long way from being settled or there would be only one "right" holster for concealed carry.
I was told by one of my training officer's. Take your empty firearm place it in a plastic bag, curing leather holster in water for about a 1/2 hour . Place your gun in the holster let it Set until it dried !! It works after place a little baby powder inside then work it in a few time's then your are good to go. It Definitely worked with my service holster.
I'm a former Californian now living in Nevada.I have no idea how a person in California can be a "gun guy."I worked for the Mayor of Los Angeles and I couldn't get a concealed carry permit.The fact that Len has a "favorite" concealed carry holster is debatable....I wouldbet a million dollars he can't legally carry a concealed weapon.He undoubtedly has a fantastic Glock store and Glocks are my favorite, butCalifornia is not the place to live if you love firearms.
+Tregeta I bought an Alien Gear a little while ago because of the price, just to see how it compared to my Crossbreed. I love the design and concealabilty, but even with all the adjustment options I couldn't get the retention right for me. I HAD to wear at 4:30 position to stand a chance at it not hanging up on the draw...simply too tight. I thought about upgrading to the 3.0 backing to give that a try...or just stick with my Supertuck! Any advice? I really do wish I could get the Alien Gear rig to work for me.
There are two in the Glockstore catalog that look like this one. One is called "Inner Piece IWB" and is priced at $75.99. The other is the "Cozy Partner IWB" and it is $69.99. I hope that helps.
My first CCW holster was essentially like this one but smaller since it was made for a Sig P238 380. The reinforcement strip around the top of the holster gouged and was too uncomfortable to tolerate. There was no protection from the he corner of the gun's but plate. It was a beautiful little holster and was built upon really good working theory, but I found that wearing it was impractical even with a miniature Sig P238. As concealable as mine was, it was too uncomfortable .
I'm sure it's good, but the BEST, I don't think so. I'll stick with the Horsehide Crossbreed IWB holster. Heck, I forget I'm even wearing it most of the time.
This is the most comfortable holster I use. It's also the easiest to put on and take off. It does have tipping upside down in the bathroom issues though.
Many of us can’t wear an IWB holster, our body type makes them VERY uncomfortable. That seems to be the only type holsters you recommend, or demonstrate.
Wrap some wax paper around the slide (2 layers) and insert the gun into the holster. Let it sit overnight and the break in is pretty much done. Galco Royal Guard is my personal preference of ccw holsters.
it's got the cant, it's got the best durability for a leather holster, and it's got 1st class holster company producing it. In reality it's whatever works for you, but i've noticed my 5.11 iwb holster is rough on the body compared to the leather one I own, and the lack of a cant makes it slightly difficult to get a good purchase on the gun.
Im thinking hes gonna show something revolutionary and he pulls this fukn thing out and says "the reason this is the best holster is because it lasts forever". Are you fukn with me man like seriously and then strokes the damn thing for 35 min.
Two words. Crossbreed Supertuck. All the weight is centered in one spot on this little holster. With the crossbreed and it's copycats, the weight is distributed evenly.
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just wrap your pistol in a layer of wax paper. Wax side out. Place pistol firmly inside the holster for 24 to 48 hours. this will slightly stretch the holster. on some holsters I have used to layers. once the 24 48 hours has passed slide the wax paper covered pisttol in and out of the holster 50 or so times. good luck, Mike
Let's don't be lazy folks. Any item designed to help save my life or my loved ones lives is worth whatever you have to do. I will follow almost any process to make these things work correctly. 300 draws seems excessive unless it saves a life. I need my holster to work perfectly, whatever it takes. Is your life worth that hour out of your day?
300 draws is to also develop muscle and nerve memory. It is to make the hand-to-grip and draw second nature in a time of stress when you have to draw your weapon, especially if you are switching from a different make/style of holster. Your better law enforcement agencies do the same thing when they transition from one style duty holster to another.
you have got to be kidding...a Crossbreed Supertuck is about 30 percent thinner, you can change the cant and it distributes the weight of a bigger gun over a larger area. He must own stock in the company that makes that holster.
Longevity is directly related to a person's Ph level. I know guys who have to restrap their armor every six weeks due to the utility splits literally disintegrating from their sweat. Utility splits can be tossed in muddy, algae filled areas and left for over 5 years in the muck, washed in a washing machine and used with no deterioration. Yes, I've done tests to verify this. So yeah, I'm pretty sure one of these holsters wouldn't last two months on them. If these are properly waxed, they will definitely last longer than if they were urethane coated though.
Those snaps can come undone while drawing you're weapon.the material will also clog up you're weapon.if im wrong about this then im truly sorry and please correct my concerns.
This is a knockoff of the Milt Sparks Summer Special. I have had one for years for several different guns and they are the best. But I would be willing to try one of these. I am sure the quality is top notch and I avoid the 3-4 month wait for a Sparks.
