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Post by Thumbbuster45 on Aug 3, 2022 21:18:57 GMT -5
 Evening gents, I’m a wanna be holster maker, hoping to one day start a part time gig reproducing 19th century and early 20th century gun-leather using period tools and methods. In my research adventures I stumbled upon a holster design that has intrigued me to no end, the suspender holster. One could argue it is one of, if not the first appendix carry rig, and regardless proves there is nothing new under the sun. I first came upon the design while thumbing through my copy of “Packing Iron” and I believe Heiser made that particular one (need to go back and confirm) then while listening to Clint Smith of Thunder Ranch talk revolvers I saw his pair of suspender holsters made by Thad Rybka. After looking in vain to find someone making these I went to the shop and made some for myself. Others began asking for their own and as of now I’ve made quite a few. I found the holsters to be very comfortable, concealable and quick to access. I figured I’d share some photos of them, the old design is truly fascinating. I hope y’all enjoy! God bless, Ethan |
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Post by kings6 on Aug 3, 2022 22:22:32 GMT -5
Ethan, I really need to see them worn!
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Post by Thumbbuster45 on Aug 3, 2022 22:35:36 GMT -5
Ethan, I really need to see them worn!  Here is an earlier variation I did! |
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Post by potatojudge on Aug 3, 2022 23:47:57 GMT -5
Very nice
Only issues I see are finding pants that have the right buttons and fighting the inevitable wedgie.
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Post by bula on Aug 4, 2022 7:47:55 GMT -5
Hmmnnn..my polished Sheriff's Vaquero might enjoy one of those. Can I request another pic ? Holster on, but empty. Curious as to how suspeders still attach with gun there, and that ring ? Correct me if wrong, the "buttons" attach with a tool or hammered together ? Can be placed, where ya want ?
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Post by magnumwheelman on Aug 4, 2022 7:48:50 GMT -5
when I was doing CASS much more, I bought add on buttons just like what was factory on my jeans, & added them as part of my "costume" to have the button on suspenders... they were pretty cheap, & easy to install
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Post by bula on Aug 4, 2022 7:50:15 GMT -5
MWM types faster than I do..
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Post by Thumbbuster45 on Aug 4, 2022 7:54:10 GMT -5
Hmmnnn..my polished Sheriff's Vaquero might enjoy one of those. Can I request another pic ? Holster on, but empty. Curious as to how suspeders still attach with gun there, and that ring ? Correct me if wrong, the "buttons" attach with a tool or hammered together ? Can be placed, where ya want ? I’ll send you a photo ASAP. I’ve always liked wearing suspenders, the pair I use are from Hickman Saddlery. I just sew on buttons on any pair of jeans, carhartts etc.. The Hickman suspender straps are attached to the split tongue straps that attatch to the buttons via buckle. I simply unbuckle the button flaps and run the strap through the d ring at the top of the holster and connect the two ends via Chicago screw. Hard to explain, but I’ll post a picture later today! |
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Post by Thumbbuster45 on Aug 4, 2022 7:59:13 GMT -5
Hmmnnn..my polished Sheriff's Vaquero might enjoy one of those. Can I request another pic ? Holster on, but empty. Curious as to how suspeders still attach with gun there, and that ring ? Correct me if wrong, the "buttons" attach with a tool or hammered together ? Can be placed, where ya want ? Here’s an early one I took of the prototype holster. Same attachment method, the newer holsters just look better😅 Attachments:
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Post by bula on Aug 4, 2022 8:19:11 GMT -5
Thank You, intrigued.
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Post by leadhound on Aug 4, 2022 9:48:33 GMT -5
Have never seen this version, only the style that is more toward the chest. Looks well executed and definitely another viable option.
However never could get suspenders to work with my overalls?!
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Post by Longhunter1750 on Aug 5, 2022 12:14:25 GMT -5
Very nice Only issues I see are finding pants that have the right buttons and fighting the inevitable wedgie. You can get those buttons at walmart for about $3 a dozen, put them anywhere you want in about five minutes. |
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Post by Longhunter1750 on Aug 5, 2022 12:15:18 GMT -5
Id'e Like to see one of these for a 3" 1911 pistol.
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