NRA Permit Slide Holster

[RVVet]

Hope this is ok to check out here. Didn't see anything in the forum rules that precludes asking about specific commercial items. Only advertising, not intended to be an ad.

If problems, just delete. Thanks.

http://www.nrastore.com/nrastore/Produc ... p=SA%20333

Kind of getting the horse before the cart, but timing sometimes is everything.

Any thoughts on this item is appreciated.

[mr surveyor]

and why in the world would you want to use that?

[RVVet]

and why in the world would you want to use that?

And, that's why I'm asking,,,,,Any thoughts on this item is appreciated. Is it or is it not a holster?

Anyway, thanks for your response.

[Teamless]

Keep your CHL in your wallet, don't get started on the CHL permit, badge, etc ladder.
and if you want a good holster, no offense, but spend more than $16 on it, so it helps protect you, like a good holster (for ease of drawing) would do.

[C-dub]

It's certainly okay to ask and in this case recommended. For me it's too close to a badge, which is a no-no. Neither a badge nor this is illegal, but they just aren't right.

[A-R]

and why in the world would you want to use that?

And, that's why I'm asking,,,,,Any thoughts on this item is appreciated. Is it or is it not a holster?

Anyway, thanks for your response.

Bad idea: how do you hand over your CHL - as required - to a peace officer when asked for ID? Flash that ID holster with gun in it and you're likely to be staring down the barrel of Officer Friendly's duty weapon.

Also, that holster is minimalist and not very effective. Much better choices available.

Good question.

[Vol Texan]

Bad idea: how do you hand over your CHL - as required - to a peace officer when asked for ID? Flash that ID holster with gun in it and you're likely to be staring down the barrel of Officer Friendly's duty weapon.

My thoughts exactly. The last thing you want to do in front of the LEO is reach toward your weapon, so the safest way to do present your license to ask him to ask him to get it. This is "rolling out the welcome mat" to disarming you.

I'll gladly allow them to disarm me during a stop - that is his legal right - even if I grumble about it on here later. But to put yourself in a situation where your gun becomes a focus point (instead of a conversation point) is sub-optimal, at best.

[gringo pistolero]

The only practical use I can see for that is a range holster at a private range that requires members to display their club ID. On second thought, it's not even good for that. Maybe you could use it for selling a pistol at a gun show by putting a price tag inside the card holder.

[AEA]

You would think the NRA would have better sense than to sell something like that!

[CWOOD]

Sometimes simpler is better.

At any time you are required to provide ID to a LEO, if you are armed, you must also provide your CHL (yes, even thought there is now no penalty for not doing so) along with your Driver License. Having your CHL encased in your holster sleeve will make it very inconvenient.

Personally I carry my DL, CHL and proof of insurance all together in my wallet so that all can be accessed and presented smoothly. I think many do this. At traffic stop or the scene of an accident when stress is already running higher than normal, simple = smooth = efficient.

Also, as was mentioned, I would never want to be fiddling with my holster/sidearm, when facing an official inquiry by an armed LEO.

As you gain more experience in carrying a sidearm, you will find that a quality holster costs more and is darn well worth it. A good holster will provide a stable base from which to draw your weapon, it will have the ability to firmly retain you weapon in place as you go about your daily routine and even with some modest vigorous activity. A quality holster need not break the bank, but even a quality kydex holster such as those provided by Comp-tac and others will cost in the $50-70 range or more. They will be designed for your specific firearm. The quality leather ones can go as high as you want to go. A belt slide holster is not necessarily a bad holster, and they can be reasonably priced but they are not appropriate for all handguns.

You will often hear a reference made to a holster box or holster drawer. That is where all of us keep the holsters that we bought but do not ever use, and WILL not ever use again, because we made some less than stellar choices before we settled on the ones we are currently using. The ones we now use are the result of trial and error and gaining experience in what works and does not work FOR EACH OF US. Most likely you will do the same.

Consider this the elimination of your first contribution to your own holster drawer.

And again, welcome.

[Jumping Frog]

Nearly everyone starting out ends up with a shoebox full of holsters before they finally settle in on something that works for them.

I can save you the box of unused holsters by pointing out where the most popular two end points are.

They have a lot of copycats and competitors now, but the two companies that defined the hybrid IWB holster market are Houston's very own Comp-Tac Minotaur MTAC and the Crossbreed Supertuck.

Their products are terrific; I own both but have now settled on using the Comp-Tac for everyday carry.

These holsters are comfortable. I can wear a full size Govt model 1911 from the time I get up until the time I go to bed very comfortably.

Get a quality holster and hang it on a quality gunbelt and you'll be all set.

[TexasFlash]

RVVet; welcome.
I have a similar holster (without the license holder), and maybe a different perspective...I agree that your CHL needs to be stored elsewhere, however this slide-type of holster can be used for many different handguns. I removed the belt clip on mine and use the holster so that the slots for the belt face away from my body. I can then run my belt through the loops and snug the gun/holster close to my body. This works exceptionally well with my J-frame, but my semi's (HK USP, 5" 1911/Glock 27/Officer-size 1911) all can be carried in this type holster with trigger covered/protected, although barrel will be exposed.

I also agree that there are much better holsters out there and typically I carry in gun-specific holsters; this one may allow you to carry a weapon while you are waiting for your custom (fill in the blank) holster to be manufactured and shipped....

best of luck!
Dave

[Skiprr]

I also agree that there are much better holsters out there and typically I carry in gun-specific holsters; this one may allow you to carry a weapon while you are waiting for your custom (fill in the blank) holster to be manufactured and shipped....

best of luck!

Sound advice. Basic slide holsters are a minimalist solution. At best, they should be temporary.

Don't get me wrong: everything I've ever bought from the NRA store has been a quality product. But for EDC, the choice of holster and belt is as individual and specific as is the choice of firearm.

For me, as a CHL holder, there are seven criteria for holsters. In hierarchical order:

• Safety (no exposed triggers; no safeties easily switched off by everyday movements)
• Stability (stays in place; no shifting of the holster--laterally or vertically--no matter the activity)
• Firearm Retention (CHLs are not held to LEO retention standards, but be sure you gun will stay in place if you should run, jump, or tumble)
• Presentation (speed of acquisition: how quickly can you securely draw your firearm and bring it into the fight; note that generic holsters may trap a gun's sights and impede presentation)
• Concealment (ability of the holster choice to keep the gun close to the body and/or out of obvious view)
• Comfort (you have to be willing to carry whatever you choose)
• Reholstering (last on the list: "draw quickly, rehoulster slowly"; reholstering is a factor if you have to use your gun in self-defense, but you also have the option of simply laying the pistol on the ground when peace officers arrive)

[Mike1951]

They have a lot of copycats and competitors now, but the two companies that defined the hybrid IWB holster market are Houston's very own Comp-Tac Minotaur MTAC and the Crossbreed Supertuck.

Actually, Crossbreed was a copy of the earlier Tucker Answer. But they do get credit for making a good holster affordable. The Answer has always been $125.