Finding the perfect holster isn’t easy and we usually end up with a box of holsters that we don’t like for one reason or another.
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Hybrid also want to try kydex wrapped with leather could be perfect
Ballistic nylon. Comfortable, long lasting, doesn’t mark up my guns.
Kydex for more than three years now.
Kydex, best concealment, best gun protection, best cost.
I have spent alot of money on most of my handguns. I carry iwb. To me Elite Survival Systems offers the best all around holster. They have won my heart.
Used to use leather without retention for a year. Converted to Kydex with audible retention. Durable material, custom fit and comfortable to wear 24/7 for the past 10 years.
My holsters are a combination of elastic, polyester and spandex.
Kydex holster with neoprene pad against my skin.
Kydex holster with a leather backer, like what Crossbread makes.
Boltaron. Looks nicer than kydex and it’s more durable.
I like boltaron holster with leather lining.
I have that now. A Versacarry all leather with sidecar mag holder, and a kydex mold secured inside the leather. Rides good, comfy leather, but with more positive retention and shape of kydex.
The leather alone collapsed a bit when empty. The kydex alone was too sweaty and dragged my pants down.
The combo works better for me, when used with an infinitely adjustable belt.
Same holster for 10 years or purchased same kind of holster for 10?
That’s a great question! My first year was a Galco leather summer special with no retention. Extremely comfortable. After a year it was nicely broken in, like your favorite ten year old jeans, unfortunately I couldn’t safely re holster one handed, in addition, after seeing the FBI agent dancing in the streets and loosing his weapon, it was then that I decided to acquire some type of holster with a minimal amount of retention (a step up from leather). Admittedly, it was 2018 when that fool lost his weapon dancing in the streets, it just made me more aware of how much retention I required. Actually been carrying Kydex since 2010. He didn’t make my decision, but you get the point of my choice.
That happened to be a BladeTech Kydex holster custom fit for Kimber 1911 3” 45 Auto, wore it 24/7 for 9 years, at some point last year it split down the center line, it still maintained enough retention that I kept wearing it.
When trying to find a new one, no one seemed to be making custom holsters for those of us who refuse to give up our 1911’s. Everything is Glock, Glock, Glock! Don’t get me wrong, I have nothing against Glock, but many companies stopped producing Kydex holsters custom fit for 1911’s.
It was here in this community that someone recommended a new company that makes custom Kydex holsters, Muddy River Tactical. I received mine I guess in May. Very solidly built. Great fit for my weapon, great price and so solid it doesn’t seem like it will break. I use my body weight and an extremely tight belt as retention and deep concealment. I’ve previously mentioned on this site that my holster is permanently imprinted on my hip. It’s that tight and that deep. If I could do somersaults my weapon is not moving. It only moves when I tell it to move.
I will only use Kydex, the material holds its shape and most importantly I can re holster immediately with one hand. Not an easy task when that leather holster becomes as comfortable as those ten year old jeans, soft and pliable. I still use the leather holster to keep my weapon in nightstand after disarming for bed.
I have an IWB leather holster from Craft Holsters. Pretty Nice.
Kydex allergies, anyone?
I’m allergic to hundred things, but kydex is OK for me ! 
I was working on my holster and reshaped it a little using hot air - no allergic reaction as well.
I love the comfort of leather but, I hate it when my gun falls out on the floor.( dont judge) Kydex has been very secure and comfortable and I have yet dropped a gun from it yet.
Started out, and still do, use “We The People” kydex IWB for CC, and OWB (for range use), however, more recently have been using an Urban Carry LockLeather IWB for CC. Much more comfortable than the kydex, and has a sturdy metal belt clip. The LockLeather has an adjustable built-in retention device. Liked it so much I have an Urban Carry LockLeather OWB holster on order.
I love my Concealment Express and C&G Kydex holsters because they are comfortable and don’t put much wear on the gun. Don’t get me wrong there are some fancy gun leather companies and tried leather before but I just prefer Kydex.
