Recently traded into a Ruger super black hawk SS in .44 magnum.
Wondering who the go to person is for a nice western gun belt and holster.
Also if there are owners out there. Tell me what I got myself into.
Gun is in perfect condition.
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August 21, 2017, 10:37 PM
LincolnSixEcho
I'm not sure about individuals though I've heard great things about El Paso Saddlery for those rigs.
August 21, 2017, 10:49 PM
Il Cattivo
Love El Paso Saddlery, haven't tried anything else.
August 21, 2017, 11:16 PM
ensigmatic
I just obtained a Ruger Blackhawk Flattop in .45 (Long) Colt. I wanted a western-style rig that was as close to the "real deal" as possible, w/o being merely a mostly shapeless "pouch on a belt," which is what many real old west holsters were. What we've all seen in the movies ever since we were children are mostly wildly inaccurate. Didn't want that, either.
I wanted something I perceived a "real cowboy" might use. Something more functional that pretty.
Not overly-tooled or shaped, but not a shapeless pouch that swallows everything but the grip, either. Not quite a quick-draw movie rig, but faster than a "real" old west holster.
I ordered mine strong side draw. Never been a fan of cross-draw. Ordered it in the colour shown.
Delivery is about 8-10 weeks. Today is week nine for mine. So I hope to be seeing it pretty soon. Too bad I'm about to ship the grip frame out for custom-made grip panels.
Btw: Be prepared to spend Real Money. These rigs aren't cheap. The one you're looking at is $300, as shown.
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Originally posted by ensigmatic: I just obtained a Ruger Blackhawk Flattop in .45 (Long) Colt. I wanted a western-style rig that was as close to the "real deal" as possible, w/o being merely a mostly shapeless "pouch on a belt," which is what many real old west holsters were. What we've all seen in the movies ever since we were children are mostly wildly inaccurate. Didn't want that, either.
I wanted something I perceived a "real cowboy" might use. Something more functional that pretty.
Not overly-tooled or shaped, but not a shapeless pouch that swallows everything but the grip, either. Not quite a quick-draw movie rig, but faster than a "real" old west holster.
I ordered mine strong side draw. Never been a fan of cross-draw. Ordered it in the colour shown.
Delivery is about 8-10 weeks. Today is week nine for mine. So I hope to be seeing it pretty soon. Too bad I'm about to ship the grip frame out for custom-made grip panels.
Btw: Be prepared to spend Real Money. These rigs aren't cheap. The one you're looking at is $300, as shown.
They've got some nice holsters! I noticed all of their 1911 holsters with retention straps are designed so the gun can be carried cocked and locked. Very nice.
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August 22, 2017, 10:20 AM
FN in MT
El Paso Saddlery ACTUALLY SUPPLIED holsters to Old west figures, back in the day.
I think that history is worth something. Anyone else is simply building copies of the original.
Originally posted by FN in MT: El Paso Saddlery ACTUALLY SUPPLIED holsters to Old west figures, back in the day.
I think that history is worth something. Anyone else is simply building copies of the original.
A BIG 10-4 on that. I have a S.D. Myres Saddle Company Tom Threepersons design I bought in the late 1960's for a Ruger Super Six Convertible .22LR/.22Mag. Looks as good as new.
That holster design dates from 1920 and was used in his work at the El Paso PD. The design and many others were sold to El Paso Saddlery when S.D. Myres moved to Oklahoma in 1969. How's that for some history. El Paso Saddlery has been in business since 1889. S.D.Myres lasted from 1898-1969.
Some amateur forum historians with interesting info about S.D. Myres. Apparently, they also made custom leather for Patton, Askins, Jordan, McGivern and other pro's (see poster Old Fluff). And NO, I'm not a paid spokesman for El Paso Saddlery. Just found this stuff interesting.
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August 22, 2017, 11:25 AM
xl_target
TripleK makes gunbelts and holster too. I'm quite happy with my belt and holster. I did not want a Hollywood gunman rig but something less ostentatious.
Originally posted by FN in MT: El Paso Saddlery ACTUALLY SUPPLIED holsters to Old west figures, back in the day.
I think that history is worth something. Anyone else is simply building copies of the original.
A BIG 10-4 on that. I have a S.D. Myres Saddle Company Tom Threepersons design I bought in the late 1960's for a Ruger Super Six Convertible .22LR/.22Mag. Looks as good as new.
That holster design dates from 1920 and was used in his work at the El Paso PD. The design and many others were sold to El Paso Saddlery when S.D. Myres moved to Oklahoma in 1969. How's that for some history. El Paso Saddlery has been in business since 1889. S.D.Myres lasted from 1898-1969.
Some amateur forum historians with interesting info about S.D. Myres. Apparently, they also made custom leather for Patton, Askins, Jordan, McGivern and other pro's (see poster Old Fluff). And NO, I'm not a paid spokesman for El Paso Saddlery. Just found this stuff interesting.
Originally posted by ensigmatic: I just obtained a Ruger Blackhawk Flattop in .45 (Long) Colt.
My only complaint about El Paso Saddlery (although they did screw up a holster once that I ordered) is that they STINK. Whatever they process them with is some smelly stuff. Okay for general use, not good if you want to hunt with it. It'll take a year or two before it doesn't smell so strong you're afraid to take it in the woods. lol
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August 22, 2017, 06:36 PM
hrcjon
didn't happen with mine FWIW. El Paso is the go to vendor. I'd ask about the above issue of course if hunting is your plan.
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August 22, 2017, 07:36 PM
Rolan_Kraps
Depends on what you want.
If you want a rig that you can ride a horse on, then you want a belt that has smooth leather on the inside. This will let you slide it up from your hips to mount/dismount your pony.
If you want a rig for hiking or Cowboy Action, then you want a belt that is lined in suede. My belt is suede lined.
For a holster, you want one that is smooth leather with a smooth lining. This is 2 thicknesses of leather where the "rough" side is first glued to the rough side of another piece of rough. The result is then sewn to form a holster and molded to the gun.
All the manufacturer's listed make good products. I would also recommend Kirkpatrick. I know some local makers who are also very good.
My rig was made by Rod Kibler, who is a famous maker here in North Georgia. The mouth of the holster is reinforforced using rawhide that is sewn on wet and dries like iron.
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August 22, 2017, 08:03 PM
henryaz
quote:
Originally posted by Nuclear: Andrews Gunleather.
Well worth the wait, and there is definitely a wait. Not cowboy stuff, but I ordered a belt holster for my SIG P-220-10mm last November. It is now in production and I expect it late this month or early next. Sam Andrews does excellent work. And his new location is just a few blocks from our most favorite gun store's new location (TGS), in St. Augustine.
August 23, 2017, 09:21 PM
P220 Smudge
Rolan, that rig is a jaw-dropper. Wow, just stunning.
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August 24, 2017, 10:07 AM
jhe888
Kirkpatrick makes very nice leather goods. Highly recommended.
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Just found this stuff interesting. 
