Hip holster for 1911: problems strong side shoulder rotation

[tkdguy]

Attempts to withdraw full size 1911 from position 1-2 or replace from position 3-2-1 causes a cogwheel with my 77 year old right shoulder largely because of the 5" barrel and injuries. Any ideas for a holster that might sit lower but still concealable? thx.

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[MTpockets]

You might be able to find something similar to the Andrews Custom Leather IPSC Saddle Holster (***discontinued***)

Andrews Custom Leather - IPSC Saddle Holster

www.andrewsleather.com

Or try something with a multiple and/or an adjustable cant...


Edit to add: I have similar limited-range issues with my shoulders, so I have adapted to an appendix position for my concealed carry pistol.

 

[1911Fanatic]

Attempts to withdraw full size 1911 from position 1-2 or replace from position 3-2-1 causes a cogwheel with my 77 year old right shoulder largely because of the 5" barrel and injuries. Any ideas for a holster that might sit lower but still concealable? thx.

A Galco Combat Master will sit lower on the belt than their Concealable. It is still forward canted. I have one for my Snubby Colt Python. It works well because the barrel is only 2. 1/4 inches.

I had one for my Beretta 92, but it hung a little too low on the belt as the gun is really long. I carry at four O'Clock. For 3 o'clock I might try something like a Galco Avenger.

You may even want to try Cross Draw. DeSantis, and Galco both make some 3 slot holsters that you can wear either way. Or go custom. Order one from Milt Sparks or the like.

A DeSantis Cozy Partner May work well for you if you want IWB.

 

[TTSX]

Kinda tough, I'd think .... Asking for a concealable holster that sits low while containing a 5" barrel might be asking to both have AND eat delicious cake

 

[nammac]

If it has to be a 5" 1911, might consider a different method of carry, say a shoulder holster, something like a Galco Miami Classic…

 

[po18guy]

If you are up to it, a chest rig can be great. Wearing the right vest, you can even draw through the armhole. In the alternative, you can crash your motorcycle like I did and the broken shoulder will fix itself. OK, maybe not...

 

[Joe13]

Sounds like a great reason to go get a new carry gun to me….

 

[Joe13]

Don't get me wrong, I carry a 1911 often so no bias here but do not have shoulder issues.

I find my Glock 17 to be about the same so maybe time to look for a commander size 1911?

Other then that I would try a cross draw shoulder holster for ergonomics if your shoulder can deal with the strap.

 

[tkdguy]

You might be able to find something similar to the Andrews Custom Leather IPSC Saddle Holster (***discontinued***)
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Andrews Custom Leather - IPSC Saddle Holster

www.andrewsleather.com

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Or try something with a multiple and/or an adjustable cant...
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Edit to add: I have similar limited-range issues with my shoulders, so I have adapted to an appendix position for my concealed carry pistol.

Appendix carry

Don't get me wrong, I carry a 1911 often so no bias here but do not have shoulder issues.

I find my Glock 17 to be about the same so maybe time to look for a commander size 1911?

Other then that I would try a cross draw shoulder holster for ergonomics if your shoulder can deal with the strap.

What kind of cross draw? Thanks.

 

[Joe13]

Appendix carry

What kind of cross draw? Thanks.

Like the pic or you can get cross draw hip holsters where you have to cross your body with you dominant hand to draw the gun.

 

[tkdguy]

Like the pic or you can get cross draw hip holsters where you have to cross your body with you dominant hand to draw the gun.

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Thanks. Amazon sells a Premium The Ultimate Leather OWB pancake holster that fits all 1911 WITH A 20 DEGREE FORWARD CANT where most are 15 I think. Would a 20 degree cant cause more problems with wrist torque and more shoulder torque and inhibit moving from position 1 to 2 and then 2 to 1 replacing.
I thought of the cross draw like you illustrate above and that might work but thinking of something of ease to use frequently. Ideas?

 

[deadeye]

Maybe a cross draw that rides high like this...

Leather CROSS DRAW Holster - KIMBER / COLT 1911 Government 5” - (# 7711 BRN ) | eBay

KIMBER 1911 5”. STYLE: Belt Scabbard Style, outside the waistband CROSS DRAW holster, requires belt. ROCK ISLAND 1911 5”. REMINGTON 1911 5”. RUGER 1911 5”. S&W 1911 5”. SPRINGFIELD 1911 5”. Comfortable when sitting, driving, or shoulder problems preventing strong side draw.

www.ebay.com

Or an SOB worn at 3 oclock

Pardon Our Interruption...

Links for reference as there are better ones out there such as Galco or others. The Galco SOB surprisingly works well at 3 oclock. They stopped making them but the Gould and goodrich is the same.

I find alot of big name brand holsters that I like on ebay that are in great shape and much cheaper.

But the one I really like I mentioned in the other thread which can be made to ride at any degree with the adjustments.

Recommendations for 1911 owb holster for SW 1911

I am 5'7" and weight is 167 and 76 years old and fit. Any ideas for a leather holster that has protection against the upper receiver of the slide rubbing against my body? Less than $200.

www.northwestfirearms.com

 

[titsonritz]

You might be able to find something similar to the Andrews Custom Leather IPSC Saddle Holster (***discontinued***)
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Andrews Custom Leather - IPSC Saddle Holster

www.andrewsleather.com

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I use to a similar holster as this made by Don Hume, iirc it was called the H726. Basically a pancake style with a spring tensioned open front and thumb break.