Hi all.
A new Eclipse just found its way into my collection, and I'm faced with a couple choices. For your perusing pleasure, here are a few questions:
1) I've carried a G19 in Kramer gear for several years now, and have the 1.25" double-thickness horsehide belt. In the future, I intend to try competition and get some more formalized training (e.g. TR/FS/etc.) Is this belt substantial enough to support a full-size 1911 for medium-heavy use, or do I need a 1.5"? I'll be using an OWB holster.
2) If this belt is sufficient for now, I am considering a Kramer vertical scabbard, the Alessi CQC/s, and the Sparks NP-1. Mr. Alessi and Mr. Kanaley, beautiful work. I had them up on the browser and my wife said, "Hey, I LIKE those. Want one for Christmas?" I should add that I lived in Idaho for 25 years so there's a little personal bias here.
3) I also am considering a new sharksin rig from Rafter S, including a belt. My wife is from Missouri, so she also likes this idea.
4) With the competition idea in mind, I think only the CQC and the Kramer have the IDPA blessing at this point. Should this really factor into the decision process?
Has anyone had problems carrying Kimbers in these because of a loose fit? Thanks in advance for your suggestions and comments.
-JJ
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Studies show that people will miss 100% of the shots they do not attempt.
A new Eclipse just found its way into my collection, and I'm faced with a couple choices. For your perusing pleasure, here are a few questions:
1) I've carried a G19 in Kramer gear for several years now, and have the 1.25" double-thickness horsehide belt. In the future, I intend to try competition and get some more formalized training (e.g. TR/FS/etc.) Is this belt substantial enough to support a full-size 1911 for medium-heavy use, or do I need a 1.5"? I'll be using an OWB holster.
2) If this belt is sufficient for now, I am considering a Kramer vertical scabbard, the Alessi CQC/s, and the Sparks NP-1. Mr. Alessi and Mr. Kanaley, beautiful work. I had them up on the browser and my wife said, "Hey, I LIKE those. Want one for Christmas?" I should add that I lived in Idaho for 25 years so there's a little personal bias here.
3) I also am considering a new sharksin rig from Rafter S, including a belt. My wife is from Missouri, so she also likes this idea.
4) With the competition idea in mind, I think only the CQC and the Kramer have the IDPA blessing at this point. Should this really factor into the decision process?
Has anyone had problems carrying Kimbers in these because of a loose fit? Thanks in advance for your suggestions and comments.
-JJ
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Studies show that people will miss 100% of the shots they do not attempt.