Fobus paddle holsters, anyone like em?

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ParallaxBill	Fobus paddle holsters, anyone like em?	Lead	[-]
Posts: 15603 (04/26/08 05:49 PM) Owner/operator Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	Tags : None I just picked up two for $20 each at a local show today. Got one for my Taurus 24/7 Pro 45 and another for my PT 1911. The former is really hard to extract from the holster but the 1911 is much better. I wonder if they need breaking in or can be adjusted. Parallax *Lee Enfield Collector's Society member #3* *Mauser Shooter's Association member #17* Forum administrator for the Carolina C&R Shooting & Collecting Club,
ThePitsBro52		#1	[-]
Posts: 1526 (04/26/08 08:11 PM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	I've got one for my 226. It's okay. Works fine, was dirt cheap, and retains the pistol well. I much prefer my DeSantis speed Scabbard for my Sigs though. The Fobus is good for not taking in any moisture, so they're decent for high humidity (not that we have any of that, right) and rainy conditions...but I rarely use mine anymore because the DeSantis and drop leg Blackhawk Omega are a bit more comfortable, plus I worry that Kydex may mar a blued finish. I'm sure it's not any worse than leather or nylon, but still...it concerns me. BTW, the Fobus needs a firm "jerk" from the holster. You need to remember to pull it straight out of the holster. It's different than presenting from any other holster I own.
Cisco		#2	[-]
Posts: 1649 (04/28/08 05:56 PM) Veteran member Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	I'm not a big fan of them. I think I still have two but don't really care for them, I don't think I will buy anymore. Bill, I slicked one up by putting some silicone spray on the inside. Almost made to too slick. I'm not at home right now but I think I have a Uncle Mikes that has an adjustable tension screw on it that I prefer.
ParallaxBill		#3	[-]
Posts: 15604 (04/28/08 06:26 PM) Owner/operator Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	Yeah, the one my Pt 1911 is in works perfectly. The 24/7 is real tight and I'm trying to figure out how to loosen it up a bit. Both fit without movement once they are fully seated..I like that about them. Leather is cool but WAY too expensive for a carry gun IMHO. But I am looking for a "Dirty Harry" Classic shoulder rig for my Model 29 Classic. I plan on wearing it during my deer hunts this fall. Any idea who has the best deals on them? Parallax *Lee Enfield Collector's Society member #3* *Mauser Shooter's Association member #17* Forum administrator for the Carolina C&R Shooting & Collecting Club,
ThePitsBro52		#4	[-]
Posts: 1528 (04/28/08 06:45 PM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	Ebay is an excellent source for bargain holsters. Quite a few great buys there.
Cisco		#5	[-]
Posts: 1650 (04/28/08 09:50 PM) Veteran member Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	E-bay is where I buy and sell my holsters.
Bryan 45		#6	[-]
Posts: 2032 (04/29/08 06:31 AM) Host Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	Bill, Don Hume has some very reasonably priced leather holsters. All of my Don Hume holsters have held up well and retain the gun as expected too. I also prefer the Uncle Mikes injection molded holsters to Fobus. I have a Fobus for a 1911, but didn't like how tight it held the gun. I use the Uncle Mike's for USPSA matches, with the tension screws backed out a little. The UM also holds the gun out a little further from the body, which is nice when you're drawing against the clock.
Mountain Doctor		#7	[-]
Posts: 2379 (04/29/08 01:03 PM) Forum Site Moderator Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	I have a Fobus for my Mak. I used it for a while, and it was OK. It REALLY retains the unit, and it requires a snappy draw. Also, they do wear in after a few dozen cycles and loosen up a bit. Comfort wise it was fine. I liked being able to put it on or off without undoing my belt. I don't use it anymore, I carry a Kel Tec in a DeSantis pocket holster in my right front pocket.
RichieRich3902		#8	[-]
Posts: 1232 (04/30/08 02:43 AM) Host Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	I dislike the Fobus and simmilar holsters as they do not offer any protection in a weapon retention situation. If you are unlucky enought to get in a scuffle the pistol can be ripped from the holster as the platic around the rivets will give. The late and great Lynn Davis and I shared this opinion after many late night chat room conversations. Cowards die many times before their deaths; The valiant never taste of death but once. -William Shakespeare, Julius Caesar
Bryan 45		#9	[-]
Posts: 2034 (04/30/08 09:16 AM) Host Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	It's easy for me to be an arm chair tactician, but if they get close enough to get a hold of your gun and it's still in the holster, you've already lost. The best way to retain your weapon is with a firm grip on the frame and the barrel pointing at your combatant.
rockman		#10	[-]
Posts: 2 (09/05/08 12:22 PM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts Report Post	For a good basic carry holster they work good, I have one for by Ruger SP101 and a S&W Sigma. The Galco hi cant works better for the S&W.