Hip Holsters for Handguns
Every handgun owner needs to have a few hip holsters (also called side holsters or belt holsters). When on the shooting range or our hunting – nothing holds your weapon better than a quality hip holster.
Take a look at these three things to consider when purchasing a hip holster.
1) Do you wear a belt? Many hip holsters can only be worn with a belt – while others encompass a fastening device which can attach directly to your pants or possibly a belt. Often you’ll need to try a few holsters before you get a feel for what you like. Personally, I prefer a hip holster with a metal clip (to fasten to my pants) and a belt loop (so I can use it with my belt). The extra versatility offered by dual methods of carry affords more possibilities for my clothing alternatives and activities.
2) Leather or nylon? While it’s hard to surpass a good leather hip holster – they do have disadvantages. For instance, a leather hip holster will need to be worn many times before it’s broke in enough to feel comfortable. Another drawback is the cost – a leather hip holster can cost five to seven times as much as its nylon counterpart. One advantage leather has over nylon is longevity. Although most nylon hip holsters will last many years – you can usually squeeze a couple more years out of a leather holster. However, when it comes down to decision time – I usually prefer a quality nylon hip holster over leather.
3) Versatility? Some hip holsters are designed to accommodate a number of different handguns by way of an adjustable thumb break. If you happen to own more than one handgun of similar size – there’s a good chance you’ll be able to use the same holster for both handguns. This isn’t always the case – however, more often than not – two similarly sized handguns will fit the same holster with the simple adjustment of a thumb break.
Often, as with many other things in life, your choice of hip holsters is a matter of personal preference. Regardless of that preference - remember to practice gun safety, enjoy shooting and keep an eye out for those who wish to attack our handgun rights.
Pyle Mountain Holsters
Gun Holsters Blog
Take a look at these three things to consider when purchasing a hip holster.
1) Do you wear a belt? Many hip holsters can only be worn with a belt – while others encompass a fastening device which can attach directly to your pants or possibly a belt. Often you’ll need to try a few holsters before you get a feel for what you like. Personally, I prefer a hip holster with a metal clip (to fasten to my pants) and a belt loop (so I can use it with my belt). The extra versatility offered by dual methods of carry affords more possibilities for my clothing alternatives and activities.
2) Leather or nylon? While it’s hard to surpass a good leather hip holster – they do have disadvantages. For instance, a leather hip holster will need to be worn many times before it’s broke in enough to feel comfortable. Another drawback is the cost – a leather hip holster can cost five to seven times as much as its nylon counterpart. One advantage leather has over nylon is longevity. Although most nylon hip holsters will last many years – you can usually squeeze a couple more years out of a leather holster. However, when it comes down to decision time – I usually prefer a quality nylon hip holster over leather.
3) Versatility? Some hip holsters are designed to accommodate a number of different handguns by way of an adjustable thumb break. If you happen to own more than one handgun of similar size – there’s a good chance you’ll be able to use the same holster for both handguns. This isn’t always the case – however, more often than not – two similarly sized handguns will fit the same holster with the simple adjustment of a thumb break.
Often, as with many other things in life, your choice of hip holsters is a matter of personal preference. Regardless of that preference - remember to practice gun safety, enjoy shooting and keep an eye out for those who wish to attack our handgun rights.
Pyle Mountain Holsters
Gun Holsters Blog
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