Thread: Browning Hi-Power/Colt 1911A1 Leather Holsters

I'm looking for two nice leather holsters for a Browning Hi-Power and a Colt 1911A1. Any suggestions or recommendations? Thanks.

First, get holsters that are formed for each of the pistols. The Browning Hi Power will fit into many (most?) holsters made for the 1911A1, but will be somewhat loose permitting the pistol to shift around inside the holster. This can result in excessive holster wear, and retention will not be as good as it should be. Second, holster selection requires consideration of your intended uses (range, field, concealed carry, etc), your physique, and...

First, get holsters that are formed for each of the pistols. The Browning Hi Power will fit into many (most?) holsters made for the 1911A1, but will be somewhat loose permitting the pistol to shift around inside the holster. This can result in excessive holster wear, and retention will not be as good as it should be. Second, holster selection requires consideration of your intended uses (range, field, concealed carry, etc), your physique, and...

Quote: Originally Posted by LoboGunLeather First, get holsters that are formed for each of the pistols. The Browning Hi Power will fit into many (most?) holsters made for the 1911A1, but will be somewhat loose permitting the pistol to shift around inside the holster. This can result in excessive holster wear, and retention will not be as good as it should be. Ray is spot on: don't use a holster built for the 1911 to carry a BHP. The...

Quote: Originally Posted by Mr. Peepers I'm looking for two nice leather holsters for a Browning Hi-Power and a Colt 1911A1. Any suggestions or recommendations? Thanks. Due to I'm a BHP & 1911 man that CCW both I have to chime in. You must understand that there are many quality leather holster manufactures to choose from. My favorite rigs (6 of them) are from Horseshoe Leather Products in England. Yes England, and it's...

Quote: Originally Posted by LoboGunLeather First, get holsters that are formed for each of the pistols. The Browning Hi Power will fit into many (most?) holsters made for the 1911A1, but will be somewhat loose permitting the pistol to shift around inside the holster. This can result in excessive holster wear, and retention will not be as good as it should be. Ray is spot on: don't use a holster built for the 1911 to carry a BHP. The...