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rickett · 06-15-2008, 07:19 PM

On the Crossbreed Supertuck are the Snap-Loks alone enough to keep the holster in place while drawing the weapon, or are the J-Hooks necessary to achieve this? Considering ordering one soon for my XD-45 Service and any input would be appreciated. Thanks in advance!

MonsterRain · 06-15-2008, 10:03 PM

Hopefully I am reading your question correctly, so here goes nothin'. The standard clips will hold the holster securely. The optional J-hooks, if you choose that option, would replace the standard clips; not used in addition to standard clips.

The primary difference is concealability (J-hooks behind belt, standard clips in front of belt), but also the distribution of the weight of the gun/holster. J-hooks will put more weight on the pants, possibly causing sagging, whereas the standard clips put the weight on the belt itself and actually prevent sagging. Both are good options, depending on what you want. If you want more concealability, go with the J-hooks. If you have a heavier weapon or are worried about sagging, stick with the standard clips.

By the way, you shouldn't have much of a problem with the holster coming off with the draw anyway, the kydex releases very smoothly.

rickett · 06-15-2008, 11:17 PM

Thanks for the info. I like the standard clips option, but the Crossbreed site suggested the use of both for added security.

MonsterRain · 06-16-2008, 10:55 AM

Where does it say that on the site? I just pulled up the FAQ's and it says:

Quote:

The most common option is for folks to order a set of J-Hooks to go with thier
SnapLoks. We make this very easy by this being the default option and a pair of these is only $5.00 if ordered
at the time you order your SuperTuck. This means you would get both the SnapLoks and a pair of J-Hooks
and decide which you liked best or mix and match.

Was this the section you were reading? If there was another part of the site that said this, please point it out as I would be interested in seeing it. But from my own experience w/ the supertuck it is not possible to use both sets of clips at the same time.

rickett · 06-16-2008, 06:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MonsterRain

Where does it say that on the site? I just pulled up the FAQ's and it says:

Was this the section you were reading? If there was another part of the site that said this, please point it out as I would be interested in seeing it. But from my own experience w/ the supertuck it is not possible to use both sets of clips at the same time.

My bad

. I just re-read it, and apparently misunderstood the first time around. Anyway, I just ordered my Supertuck minutes ago (without J-hooks.) Can't wait to take it for a ride!

MonsterRain · 06-16-2008, 09:26 PM

Congrats, I'm sure you will love it. Mine has served me well, not to mention the exceptional customer service you will get from Mark.

06-15-2008, 07:19 PM	#1
rickett XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 905	J-Hooks necessary? On the Crossbreed Supertuck are the Snap-Loks alone enough to keep the holster in place while drawing the weapon, or are the J-Hooks necessary to achieve this? Considering ordering one soon for my XD-45 Service and any input would be appreciated. Thanks in advance! __________________ XD-45 service with Trijicon night sights GP-100 6" stainless .357Mag. Heritage Rough Rider 4 3/4" 22LR/22Mag. Savage 99 EG .300 Savage "At long last I have discovered that most shooters are not interested in firearms as tools, but rather as toys. Such people do not acquire their weapons because of what they will do, but rather to gratify the "Christmas morning joy" that we largely left behind in our childhood." -Jeff Cooper

06-15-2008, 11:17 PM	#3
rickett XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 905	Thanks for the info. I like the standard clips option, but the Crossbreed site suggested the use of both for added security. __________________ XD-45 service with Trijicon night sights GP-100 6" stainless .357Mag. Heritage Rough Rider 4 3/4" 22LR/22Mag. Savage 99 EG .300 Savage "At long last I have discovered that most shooters are not interested in firearms as tools, but rather as toys. Such people do not acquire their weapons because of what they will do, but rather to gratify the "Christmas morning joy" that we largely left behind in our childhood." -Jeff Cooper

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06-15-2008, 10:03 PM	#2
MonsterRain XDTalk Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 80	Hopefully I am reading your question correctly, so here goes nothin'. The standard clips will hold the holster securely. The optional J-hooks, if you choose that option, would replace the standard clips; not used in addition to standard clips. The primary difference is concealability (J-hooks behind belt, standard clips in front of belt), but also the distribution of the weight of the gun/holster. J-hooks will put more weight on the pants, possibly causing sagging, whereas the standard clips put the weight on the belt itself and actually prevent sagging. Both are good options, depending on what you want. If you want more concealability, go with the J-hooks. If you have a heavier weapon or are worried about sagging, stick with the standard clips. By the way, you shouldn't have much of a problem with the holster coming off with the draw anyway, the kydex releases very smoothly.

06-16-2008, 09:26 PM	#6
MonsterRain XDTalk Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 80	Congrats, I'm sure you will love it. Mine has served me well, not to mention the exceptional customer service you will get from Mark.