Better Holster Solution for Glock 22 & S&W 329PD?

[Where's Bruce?]

Currently I tuck em in behind my belt pouch for righthand crossdraw however during an exceptionally difficult mountain hunt in steep territory I nearly lost my sidearm over a cliff when my leg came up high knocking the holster free and am looking for a way to secure to the webbing on my belt. The Bladetech option seemed okay until I saw the chest rig accessory necessary to mount it to the belt. Looked big and heavy and cumbersome. Since i carry common sidearms I thought maybe somebody here had a better idea. I have tried most other carry options (chest holster, strong arm drop, etc) but prefer to crossdraw like this. It's how I practice.

 

[NJDiverDan]

Have you looked into the Diamond D holster? I have mine adjusted so it rides off center and really only a bit higher than where yours is in the picture. I used it for the first time this season and loved it for my 329pd. Also, always with you, even if you drop your pack.




-dan

 

[Where's Bruce?]

Yeah, I have the Guide model however the damn thing makes all kinds of rubbing noise when worn with a backpack, something bow hunters cannot afford. It's okay with a hip pack but that's about it.

 

[lg-captain01]

Bianchi um84 r. Run it through where the pals webbing is in the hip belt. Clips right on and can be taken off easily to put on a belt. Very secure

 

[Brendan]

Bianchi um84 r. Run it through where the pals webbing is in the hip belt. Clips right on and can be taken off easily to put on a belt. Very secure

Used this this year for a 329PD on the recommendation of one of the other threads here on the forum. I like the top flap for rain and brush. Running it directly into the PALS webbing is a snap. I was worried it was too tight at first, but it did break in after storing the gun in it for several weeks before my hunt. I actually did draw the gun as a precautionary measure when I encountered a big black bear at close range, and gun was out very quickly with one hand. I did not run it cross draw, but see no reason it couldn't go right where yours is in the picture.

 

[realunlucky]

I believe that there is a thumb release that you buy. Remove the flap and add it. That said I like the flap. I have the military model for my glock20. In Alaska I just left it open when fishing in the thick stuff where the grizzly tracks were

 

[Where's Bruce?]

Do you guys run this holster with or without the Bianchi 15118 Thumbsnap System? Is it solely for the G22 cuz it seems like it would be awkward for the 329PD?

 

[Brendan]

I used just this holster. No add ons. 329pd - no Glock here

http://www.amazon.com/Bianchi-Military-Universal-Holster-Revolver/dp/B0052D1RC0

 

[Markdjr]

What about Blackhawk SERPA or G Code?

 

[lchavez]

Bianchi um84 r. Run it through where the pals webbing is in the hip belt. Clips right on and can be taken off easily to put on a belt. Very secure

This! Let me see if I can post a pick. I think more company's should use this clip method.

 

[lchavez]

 

[Kevin Dill]

That Bianchi UMR unit is exactly the one I've been using for 7 consecutive years. I have looked at countless chest, hip, drop-leg and other options...costing a lot of money too. For a truly durable and usable hunting holster, I have yet to see anything which is better for how I hunt. I should add that leather is simply a no-go for my hunts in Alaska. The days of constant wetness would have my handgun soaking in wet leather for a couple weeks. If the UMR gets wet, I can get it dried out shortly.

 

[realunlucky]

I really liked the ease of putting on and taking off the pack belt and putting my regular belt for those times I needed the pistol close but not my pack

 

[Tiger Rag]

Blackhawk Serpa
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[lam396]

I made my my own but I was pretty happy with the way this worked out. http://www.freewebstore.org/kctkydex/product/molle-link-holster. I made mine out of kydex also but made a sort of thumb break over the back of the slide.

 

[5MilesBack]

Currently I tuck em in behind my belt pouch for righthand crossdraw however during an exceptionally difficult mountain hunt in steep territory I nearly lost my sidearm over a cliff when my leg came up high knocking the holster free

Well, you have to secure it regardless of which holster you pick.

 

[Where's Bruce?]

Alright, for $74. with the Thumbstrap option it's cheap enough to give it a try. Should arrive in a week. Thanks gents!

 

[NJDiverDan]

Please post how it works out for you. I also found the Diamond D noisy at first but after it "broke in" the noise went away.

 

[307]

Will a Ruger Alaskan fit in the Bianchi holster?

 

[CC]

I used the diamond D holster this year as well. It was my first year to ever hunt elk with gun or bow so take my advise with a grain of salt. I wrestled with the same question for a while and went with the chest holster. I was quite happy even carrying a 629 which is much heavier. The great part about having it on the chest is when you drop your pack or your drawers you still have protection without taking any time to transfer the gun over... its always with you. Quite comfortable, you just have to have your bino's hang higher but that's not a problem with the ultra light bino harness... I even carried bear spray on the chest holder strap. As for noise... I didn't notice any (it was broken in) and neither did the 5x4 that I arrowed. Best of luck on your decision