Ruger Forum

wingspar · July 29th, 2012, 10:01 AM

I searched, and didn’t see a thread like this, so here goes. I’ve recently bought my first SA revolver, a Ruger Single Six and am considering a Blackhawk. I have no experience with holsters for these types of guns at all. Some photos I’ve seen leave the trigger exposed. Is this acceptable with SA Revolvers? I don’t even know where to start looking, so I thought I’d see if some of you could post photos of your holsters along with the brand and model of the holster. So, lets see your holsters.

wingspar · July 29th, 2012, 04:04 PM

Oops. Guess I posted this in the wrong forum, and it got moved here.

I didn’t search the Handgun Accessories forum. Hope this isn’t a duplicate. Still would like to see your Single Action Revolver holsters.

chief1 · July 29th, 2012, 05:52 PM

I make holsters based on 37 years police experience. Concealed carry revolver holsters should cover all or the majority of the trigger guard to prevent firing while drawing in a tense situation. However, quick draw cowboy holsters generally leave the revolver's trigger uncovered because: 1. drawing and firing is faster and 2. as long as you do not cock the hammer before you point and shoot, the gun is safe in the holster with the trigger exposed. In other words, if you want to be a quick draw guy and have the dextrity to remember fo pull, cock, point and fire, in that order, leave the trigger exposed. Otherwise, get a holster that covers the trigger.

Hilborne · July 29th, 2012, 07:15 PM

A search on Google will get you dozens of holster makers, single action usually equals Western style holster and there are a number of different styles but I would think that most of them have the trigger exposed. I've made several western style holster using Will Gromley patterns. Here are a couple of pictures, the first is a pair of Rugers, and the second is a 1851 Navy 7 1/2"Black Powder rig I made for my son-in-law. If your interested in making your own you can find plenty of help on the internet. Let me know and I'll pass on some websites. Will has an interesting website you might enjoy seeing some of his work.
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Mayor Al · July 30th, 2012, 03:50 AM

This Cowhide belt and holster came with the 44 mag (J P Sauer & Sonhs) I bought recently at an auction. It does not fit me, so it hangs in the gun cabinet. I haven't seen a cowhide leather set with the hair still there before. The belt fits a 48-53 inch waist. If anyone that size is interested we can discuss it via PM or email. The gun is NOT for sale. Reasonable offers considered. Bowenaj@aol.com
Mayor Al

TomP5 · July 30th, 2012, 05:03 AM

Hey Guys, I like your holsters!

Here are two that I've made.

This first one is the same one in my avatar. It holds my Super Blackhawk Bisley Hunter in .44 mag.

This second one holds my Single Six which is also a Bisley. (Ruger has discontinued these.) Because the bullet loops on the back of the belt are a booger to make for .22 LR, I went another way. I made a leather box which snaps close. It holds a CCI plastic 50 round container. It works really well, and doesn't look too bad either (IMO).

I haven't made any concealed carry holsters, but that's my aim. I've been studying designs for a while.

I love working with my hands, because all day long I work at a computer.

wingspar · July 30th, 2012, 01:08 PM

Hilborne, Mayor Al, and TomP5... Those are some nice looking holsters. Thanks for posting them.

Quote:

Originally Posted by chief1

I make holsters based on 37 years police experience. Concealed carry revolver holsters should cover all or the majority of the trigger guard to prevent firing while drawing in a tense situation. However, quick draw cowboy holsters generally leave the revolver's trigger uncovered because: 1. drawing and firing is faster and 2. as long as you do not cock the hammer before you point and shoot, the gun is safe in the holster with the trigger exposed. In other words, if you want to be a quick draw guy and have the dextrity to remember fo pull, cock, point and fire, in that order, leave the trigger exposed. Otherwise, get a holster that covers the trigger.

Thanks for the information on trigger exposure. Only other revolver I own at this time is a S&W Model 19-3 in .357 and the holster for that gun leaves the trigger exposed. I’ve never been comfortable with it, but I can see where it would be ok, and common practice to leave the trigger exposed on single action revolvers. That will open up a few more options, but still, having any trigger exposed in a holster is going to take some getting used to.

James6591 · July 30th, 2012, 01:20 PM

El Paso Saddlery Leather.

wingspar · July 31st, 2012, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by James6591

El Paso Saddlery Leather.

I looked up El Paso Saddlery Leather and they have some might nice looking holsters. With the holsters that come with belts, is it possible to remove the holster from the belt and use with a regular belt if desired?

Also, I wonder if the same holster would work for the Ruger Single Six and the Blackhawk, both with 5-1/2 -inch barrels?

laremm · July 31st, 2012, 11:52 AM

Check Reddog Leather on ebay

laremm · July 31st, 2012, 11:55 AM

Those are reddog

And for belts and holsters at a good price

Triple K, Holsters & Belts, Handguns, Shooting : Cabela's

41 Magnum · July 31st, 2012, 12:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by James6591

El Paso Saddlery Leather.

That is a beautiful rig !

Clippers · August 2nd, 2012, 04:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TomP5

Hey Guys, I like your holsters!

Here are two that I've made.

This first one is the same one in my avatar. It holds my Super Blackhawk Bisley Hunter in .44 mag.

This second one holds my Single Six which is also a Bisley. (Ruger has discontinued these.) Because the bullet loops on the back of the belt are a booger to make for .22 LR, I went another way. I made a leather box which snaps close. It holds a CCI plastic 50 round container. It works really well, and doesn't look too bad either (IMO).

I haven't made any concealed carry holsters, but that's my aim. I've been studying designs for a while.

I love working with my hands, because all day long I work at a computer.

TomP5 those are awesome holsters, I really love the second one, its exactly what I'm wanting for my 7 1/2 inch Blackhawk 45 LC,{except with the bullet loops}. Where did you get the pattern and did you do the sewing and cutting yourself?

James6591 · August 2nd, 2012, 07:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wingspar

I looked up El Paso Saddlery Leather and they have some might nice looking holsters. With the holsters that come with belts, is it possible to remove the holster from the belt and use with a regular belt if desired?

Also, I wonder if the same holster would work for the Ruger Single Six and the Blackhawk, both with 5-1/2 -inch barrels?

I can remove the holster from my belt.
Your other enquiry could be readily answered if you flick EPS an email.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 41 Magnum

That is a beautiful rig !

Thanks 41 M.
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But then, you only get what you pay for.

bearcatter · August 3rd, 2012, 07:11 AM

I got this one from eBay for my Bearcats, unknown maker.

Bearcat flap holster - Ruger Forum

Otherwise my Bearcats reside in the Ruger/Triple K holster, or a Hunter Snap-Off.