Holsters

Holster:
Holsters are the critical component that enable us to safely carry and use firearms. Every time a handgun is carried it must be in a holster. One would assume that the most important quality of a holster is how it attaches the firearm to the user but that is only the secondary function. The primary function of a holster is covering the trigger so that there is no chance of a negligent discharge while carrying. Just ask Plaxico Burress why you should not stick a loaded gun down your pants with no holster. While it is absolutely critical to use a holster, there is no perfect holster for every situation. A retention holster favored by a police officer is terrible for competition. Many excellent concealment holsters would actually be unsafe at an action shooting match. Most competition holsters would be impractical for daily carry. Most gun owners soon find that they have more holsters than guns to put in them and the holster drawer is always overflowing. I will categorize holsters by type, construction and purpose. Holsters are usually Inside the Waist Band (IWB), Outside the Waist Band (OWB), or other.  Construction for holsters varies from nylon and leather to plastic or kydex.  Hybrid  holsters combine multiple materials to get the best out of each material.

I will use this page as an index of holster reviews as I write them. For now I am just listing what I have used and will link the reviews as I write them. I have a drawer full so inspiration for posts is not lacking.

Inside the Waist Band:
Kydex:
-Comp-Tac Infidel

Leather:

Hybrid:
-Crossbreed Supertuck
-Crossbreed Mini-tuck
-Crossbreed Appendix
-Comp-Tac MTAC
-Comp-Tac Neutral Cant

Nylon:
-Blackhawk! (lol seriously I knew it wasn't a good idea when I got it but everyone goes cheep once)

Outside The Waist Band:
Kydex:
-Comp-Tac Paddle
-Comp-Tac International

Plastic:
-Fobus

Leather:
-Galco

Hybrid:
-Crossbreed SnapSlide

Other:
This will be a home for other holsters such as pocket holsters, ankle rigs or any other holster that is not near the waist.
-Uncle Mikes