Best holster(s) for a Kimber 3" 1911?

Cru5ader · 01-13-2008, 06:02 PM

I'm looking for recommendations on a concealed carry holster for a Kimber Eclipse Ultra 3" 1911.

I'm open to almost all types - belt, IWB, shoulder, SoB, etc - except for the pocket and ankle holsters.

And although it's not a requirement, I would like something relatively soft, for comfort and to maintain the finish on the gun. Cost isn't a factor (as long as it's not a $500 gator holster, or the like

).

Feel free to recommend more than one, but if you have a favorite among them do let me know.

Thanks

http://www.gunshopfinder.com/Kimber/eclipseultra2.jpg

golem1961 · 01-15-2008, 05:49 PM

Try tuckergunleather.com Tucker is one of the finest holster makers in the world and his products are very reasonable. Check out the hf3 for that kimber.

Johnnycat · 01-15-2008, 08:44 PM

For my Ultra CDPII I bought a Bianchi 106 Minimalist. I think it's a great holster. It has snaps that suppose to make it easier to take on and off. That's good for me because I'm left handed. Otherwise I wouldn't worry about the snaps.

Cru5ader · 01-16-2008, 02:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Johnnycat

For my Ultra CDPII I bought a Bianchi 106 Minimalist. I think it's a great holster. It has snaps that suppose to make it easier to take on and off. That's good for me because I'm left handed. Otherwise I wouldn't worry about the snaps.

How soft is the 106 Minimalist? I'm looking for something that uses good quality leather. I was thinking about going with the Galco Royal Deluxe, which claims to be easy on the gun and flexible.

Palladin8 · 01-16-2008, 05:24 AM

I went with the pager pal concealed holster. You can remove the pager and place your cell phone in it's place. it works well for me here in Las Vegas since the temps are so high and wearing a jacket during the summer is not an option. Also I can not wear my shirts untucked as I work in an office enviorment. The holster attaches to your waistband and you can slide it around with no problems. Sitting is not bad at all as the holster will adjust without cutting into your stomach or groin area. I tried the Thunderwear but did not like it. You really can't notice that you are carrying with it even when wearing dress pants and that is why I like it. When I am not carrying concealed I use the Galco silhouette. That way I can carry any one of my three Kimbers.
Scott

Cru5ader · 01-16-2008, 11:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Palladin8

I went with the pager pal concealed holster. You can remove the pager and place your cell phone in it's place. it works well for me here in Las Vegas since the temps are so high and wearing a jacket during the summer is not an option. Also I can not wear my shirts untucked as I work in an office enviorment. The holster attaches to your waistband and you can slide it around with no problems. Sitting is not bad at all as the holster will adjust without cutting into your stomach or groin area. I tried the Thunderwear but did not like it. You really can't notice that you are carrying with it even when wearing dress pants and that is why I like it. When I am not carrying concealed I use the Galco silhouette. That way I can carry any one of my three Kimbers.
Scott

I just took a look at that Pager Pal (aka, Cell/PDA Pal) and watched their video. Very intriguing holster! I'm ideally looking for something that can be comfortably worn while sitting for prolonged periods of time. Have you ever tried a standard belt holster for the office? Any other suggestions on a holster for those circumstances?

knightRider · 01-17-2008, 09:05 AM

i have a foubus side holster and a miami shoulder holster i use for all 3 of my kimbers !

Johnnycat · 01-19-2008, 09:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru5ader

How soft is the 106 Minimalist? I'm looking for something that uses good quality leather. I was thinking about going with the Galco Royal Deluxe, which claims to be easy on the gun and flexible.

I don't have any experience with the Galco.

The Bianchi seems like every other leather holster to me as far as quality and stiffness of leather. I wouldn't call it soft, but I think it's high quality leather. I've sat for hours with it on and couldn't tell it was there.

Palladin8 · 01-23-2008, 08:27 PM

The pager pal is pretty comfortable believe it or not. Because it is attached to your pants it shifts when you sit down unlike the Thunderwear that I had.
I don't wear any type of OWB holster to work as I don't want to take the chance of alarming anyone in the office if they were to see any shape resembling a pistol butt.

View Poll Results: What's your favorite holster type for Concealed Carry?
Belt / Outside Waistband (OWB)	3	42.86%
Inside Waistband (IWB)	1	14.29%
Shoulder	2	28.57%
Ankle	0	0%
Pocket	0	0%
Thigh	0	0%
Belly Band	1	14.29%
Voters: 7. You may not vote on this poll

01-13-2008, 06:02 PM	#1
Cru5ader Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 9 Trader Rating: (0)	Best holster(s) for a Kimber 3" 1911? I'm looking for recommendations on a concealed carry holster for a Kimber Eclipse Ultra 3" 1911. I'm open to almost all types - belt, IWB, shoulder, SoB, etc - except for the pocket and ankle holsters. And although it's not a requirement, I would like something relatively soft, for comfort and to maintain the finish on the gun. Cost isn't a factor (as long as it's not a $500 gator holster, or the like ). Feel free to recommend more than one, but if you have a favorite among them do let me know. Thanks http://www.gunshopfinder.com/Kimber/eclipseultra2.jpg

01-15-2008, 05:49 PM	#2
golem1961 Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Woodville tx. Vienna Il. Posts: 73 Trader Rating: (0)	Try tuckergunleather.com Tucker is one of the finest holster makers in the world and his products are very reasonable. Check out the hf3 for that kimber. __________________ Beyond Tactical, Practical!

01-15-2008, 08:44 PM	#3
Johnnycat Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Tupelo, MS Posts: 189 Trader Rating: (0)	For my Ultra CDPII I bought a Bianchi 106 Minimalist. I think it's a great holster. It has snaps that suppose to make it easier to take on and off. That's good for me because I'm left handed. Otherwise I wouldn't worry about the snaps. __________________ Facts do not cease to exist because they are ignored. - Aldous Huxley

01-17-2008, 09:05 AM	#7
knightRider Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: you know where Posts: 2,536 Trader Rating: (0)	i have a foubus side holster and a miami shoulder holster i use for all 3 of my kimbers ! __________________ I'm part kalishnakov, part heckler and Koch.

01-16-2008, 05:24 AM	#5
Palladin8 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 313 Trader Rating: (0)	I went with the pager pal concealed holster. You can remove the pager and place your cell phone in it's place. it works well for me here in Las Vegas since the temps are so high and wearing a jacket during the summer is not an option. Also I can not wear my shirts untucked as I work in an office enviorment. The holster attaches to your waistband and you can slide it around with no problems. Sitting is not bad at all as the holster will adjust without cutting into your stomach or groin area. I tried the Thunderwear but did not like it. You really can't notice that you are carrying with it even when wearing dress pants and that is why I like it. When I am not carrying concealed I use the Galco silhouette. That way I can carry any one of my three Kimbers. Scott

01-23-2008, 08:27 PM	#9
Palladin8 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 313 Trader Rating: (0)	The pager pal is pretty comfortable believe it or not. Because it is attached to your pants it shifts when you sit down unlike the Thunderwear that I had. I don't wear any type of OWB holster to work as I don't want to take the chance of alarming anyone in the office if they were to see any shape resembling a pistol butt.