[Rosco Benson]

The appeal of a holster than is quick to put on and quick to take off is great. I've seen and tried examples of same, going back as far as a Buchmeier crossdraw for a 4" K-frame that attached to the belt with the a steel-lined paddle and a couple straps way back in the 1970's. All of the holsters have had serious disadvantages as a cost of convenience.

Lou Alessi changed that with his CQC/S holster. Similar to the late Bruce Nelson's "patriot" design, the CQC/S attaches to the belt with two widely-spaced snap loops. It is stable, conceals well, and is fast. Lou's holsters can be seen at http://www.rfholsters.com

I've just discovered another holster that works well and offers quick on/off capability. Mike Benedict's Talon Tactical PDL is a kydex paddle holster that simple works better than any paddle holster I've tried previously. The design is deceptively simple and subtle. The holster is stable on the belt, holds the butt in tight against one's side, and is quite fast. Have a look at http://www.talontactical.com

Rosco

 

[Hilton Yam]

I found the CQC/S to be stable, easy to conceal, and well positioned for a natural draw. The downside for me was that the fore and aft snaps took up a lot of space on my belt.

 

[Rosco Benson]

Sadly, some of us have a surplus of belt space :smile:.

Rosco

 

[Louis F. Alessi]

Rocso, Thanks for the compliment. Hilton,I too wish I had that problem of not having enough room on my belt. :grin:
Lou

 

[Mike Benedict]

Hi Rosco

Glad to hear you are enjoying the holster.

Mike

 

[Fred]

I own both - one of Lou's CQC/S and a Mike Benedict paddle. Both perform very well, and for me, hold the weapon snug against me. Would recommend either one.

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AZFred

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[Louis F. Alessi]

Thank you Fred. Looks like I'll have to break down and buy a holster from Mike!
Lou

 

[Ricky T]

On 2001-04-11 20:02, Louis F. Alessi wrote:
Thank you Fred. Looks like I'll have to break down and buy a holster from Mike!
Lou

Lou,
You get a bucket of Georgia barbecue chicken with each holster. :smile:

 

[Fred]

Now wait just a sec! I didn't get any chicken with my holster!! :grin: :grin:

 

[Louis F. Alessi]

Lou,
You get a bucket of Georgia barbecue chicken with each holster. :smile:

Ricky, If I order more than one, can I get some ribs too??
Mike's gonna be doing a lot of cooking at this rate :grin:
Lou

 

[Ricky T]

On 2001-04-14 11:10, Louis F. Alessi wrote:

Ricky, If I order more than one, can I get some ribs too??
Mike's gonna be doing a lot of cooking at this rate :grin:
Lou

Lou,
Sure, you can get ribs too, but only if you pick up the holster in person.:smile: Mike and I would be honored to take you to "Two Brothers BBQ".
RT

 

[Mike Benedict]

Lou

Any time you want to come down to Georgia you won't have to worry about buying Ribs.

They will be on me.

BTW Two Brothers has real good ribs and a pretty clean dirt floor.

Now if they only served beer

Mike

 

[David Blinder]

Lou,

Now you know the secret of how Mike's holsters are so fast. Chicken grease works better than Leather Lightning.

David

 

[Louis F. Alessi]

Geez, I never gave chicken grease a thought! We got a lot of that here in Buffalo..Home of chicken wings!! I'll definately give that a try, and the next time I'm in Georgia, you guys are on for the ribs..
Lou

 

[Ronin]

My biggest weakness,barbequed holsters.

 

[Chris Oslin]

This thread has taken on a "flavor" all its own...

 

[webley 455]

Lou- I'm glad to see Mr.Benson mention the Patriot from Bruce. I'll bring a prototype to Buffalo as I said.