Shoulder holsters?

[WNallG30]

I'm looking at getting a shoulder holster. I want to carry my Raptor some, but I'm not having good results concealing it. I tried a cheapo Galco IWB suede holster, but I don't really like that. I'm thinking about the Miami Classic, or the Jackass. Any thoughts on those? I know I've seen a few posters mention shoulder holster carry, but I can't remember off the top of my head. Longtooth, if you still have some of those 1911 holsters, I may be interested in the CTAC. Take care, all.

[Kalrog]

I have borrowed an original Jackass (pre Galco owning them) from a friend and it is not quite the right size for me (the rivet hits me in the collar bone) but even so it is quite comfortable and very concealable. I don't like the cross pattern in the back though - I have to work my shoulder blades around it a little bit. But I have also tried a cheaper Passport type and I can certainly say that the good quality leather one is MUCH more comfortable and most definitely easier to conceal. I am going to keep looking for myself, but I will have a shoulder holster of my own before too much longer.

[DaveT]

Whatever shoulder holster you decide on, a key factor for comfort is one with wide shoulder straps. The thin ones will wear on ya pretty quick !

[txinvestigator]

we have an avid shoulder holster user here on the forum. He can give you specifics, but with these types of holster quality is important.

[Cosmo 9]

Before you buy check Ebay I looked a few days ago and they had a Miami Classic for $78.00 they also had a Jackass but I don't recall the price.

[WNallG30]

Thanks all. I tried an Uncle Mike's that a friend of mine had. Comfort wise it's okay, but I can't quite get it adjusted right, so still just "okay". Besides, I tried a bunch of different shirts and sweatshirts and it still looks like I've got a canoe under there, even empty! I walked through the living room with the empty holster on under a hooded zip up fleece that's extra big, and my wife asked me if I was smuggling illegal aliens. She's helpful like that! I've been looking on E-bay as well. Cosmo, that one's up to $79 as of last night. I let one get away on there about a month ago for $76 before I realized how much they went for!

Will

[jimlongley]

Thanks all. I tried an Uncle Mike's that a friend of mine had. Comfort wise it's okay, but I can't quite get it adjusted right, so still just "okay".
Will

I have had similar problems with my Fobus Roto rig, have had the thing for months and still can't get it quite right. No real instructions came with it (maybe they were misplaced or misappropraited out of the package) and it has never seemed as if all the parts were there. This was a spur of the moment purchase at a gun show and I don't remember the name of the dealer.

Contacting Fobus was less than helpful. I'll also admit to a less than dedicated effort at adjusting it - I tend to leave that until it's almost time to leave.

I haven't given up on shoulder holsters, just biding my time.

[jbenat]

Has anyone here tried the Kangaroo holster. Probably doesn't qualify as a shoulder holster though. That's the one that straps around your chest, made of cotton with a one size fits all pouch. I know that Reysc used one to carry his Glock 23 (I think) and he liked it at that time. I think it is basically designed to accommodate a J frame revolver or a compact auto. I've often thought of getting one for occasional use but have never taken the plunge.

[Cosmo 9]

Several on here have said that they like the Kangaroo holster, I just don't think that it would fit well with my man breasts

[Reysc]

Several on here have said that they like the Kangaroo holster, I just don't think that it would fit well with my man breasts

Actually they fit well and they set comfortably below the breast..I occationally use mine w/ a five shot snubby and IMHO this gun is the perfect macth for my Kangaroo holster. You wont even feel it's there .. I've also carried my G26 in it but I have to tighen the velcro a little bit and sometimes it get's a little uncomfortable for me....

[JLaw]

Has anyone here tried the Kangaroo holster. Probably doesn't qualify as a shoulder holster though.

I have one. It's a great little carry method for certain circumstances, but it has drawbacks.

I bought the holster so I would have a method to provide very deep concealment for my Smith 642 (my wranglers don't allow pocket carry). It works well under a snap-up or button-up shirt, t-shirts would be clumsy to draw from. But it lets me wear a nice snap-up shirt to church, tuck it in, and still be armed without going to a sports coat or the like.

The downside is that the draw takes practice. It's a little slower to get into action than a belt or IWB rig, but these are the drawbacks we accept when going for very deep concealment.

You probably won't regret the purchase, they're not that expensive after all. If you like to wear button or snap shirts and have them tucked in, you should add this to your box-o-holsters. I only use mine once or twice a week but I do like it. A good friend of mine tucks his Glock 19 in his, so you can get away with a little larger firearm in them.

JLaw

[Kalrog]

About shoulder holsters specifically (the more traditional ones). Horizontal or vertical draw for a 1911 and why?

[jbenat]

jlaw Quote;
You probably won't regret the purchase, they're not that expensive after all. If you like to wear button or snap shirts and have them tucked in, you should add this to your box-o-holsters. I only use mine once or twice a week but I do like it. A good friend of mine tucks his Glock 19 in his, so you can get away with a little larger firearm in them.

I used to wonder why people refered to their box or drawer full of holsters. Now as I get more into concealed carry I see why. There seems to be no perfect holster for every type of clothing and every size of gun. It's kind of like matching socks or a tie, you have to pick the one that fits what you are wearing that day. A simple little slide holster seems to work on most occasions. I just ordered a Crossbreed IWB holster because of the body sheild. I haven't got it yet but I think it should work out ok, especially for cooler weather. Now I think I'll be buying a Kangaroo also.

[Reysc]

jlaw Quote;
You probably won't regret the purchase, they're not that expensive after all. If you like to wear button or snap shirts and have them tucked in, you should add this to your box-o-holsters. I only use mine once or twice a week but I do like it. A good friend of mine tucks his Glock 19 in his, so you can get away with a little larger firearm in them.

I used to wonder why people refered to their box or drawer full of holsters. Now as I get more into concealed carry I see why. There seems to be no perfect holster for every type of clothing and every size of gun. It's kind of like matching socks or a tie, you have to pick the one that fits what you are wearing that day. A simple little slide holster seems to work on most occasions. I just ordered a Crossbreed IWB holster because of the body sheild. I haven't got it yet but I think it should work out ok, especially for cooler weather. Now I think I'll be buying a Kangaroo also.

Jim,

Yup, my holster drawer is filling up quick and I need more. Guns , ammo and holsters are getting to be a financial load might need a second job soon!!

[barres]

About shoulder holsters specifically (the more traditional ones). Horizontal or vertical draw for a 1911 and why?

I have never owned a sholder holster, so take this with a Big grain of salt. Would you want to stand behind someone, if you knew they were wearing a horizontal draw sholder holster? I will grant you, with proper practice, you should be completely safe from firing through the back of a horizontal shoulder holster, but if I were standing in front of my wife and sons to protect them, I wouldn't be comfortable with the muzzle of my pistol pointed at them behind me. Just my $0.02 worth (and probably not even worth half that).

Vertical shoulder holsters intrigue me, though. I've heard they're Godsends when driving for long periods of time.