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rimfire · 11-15-2005, 08:17 PM

Equipment: Highnoon Downunder IWB (RH) , XD40 Service

Has anyone had any problems with the front edge of the ejection port snagging on the inside of their holster?

The holster molding of course had a small "bump" that fit the ejection port. After numerous draws and 2 years of use, the front upper corner of the ejection port has torn into the leather (this is about where the belt applies pressure) and I now have a flap on the inside of the holster that snags on the corner of the port.

I can cut the flap off but has anyone else had this problem? Has anyone had the front edge of the port rounded to smooth the draw? Any other options other than a Kydex holster (not a big fan of those...)?

Thanks

stunksinatl · 11-16-2005, 06:43 AM

Tug harder!

I'm sorry for the joke. I dunno what to tell you besides I see no problem "cutting" the little flap off. If it is an IWB, then gravity is what holds the gun in mostly. I doubt that little flappy thing will make any noticable difference. And hey, if it'll smooth out your draw, I say go for it! Tugging harder is more work anyways.

-stunks

Tango Sierra · 11-18-2005, 06:29 AM

Yes, I have the same problem with the XD in a leather holster. It really slows down the draw which is why I'll only use Kydex with the XD (I only use the XD for sport).

If I ever have the slide refinished I my have that sharp edge chamfered. It wouldn't have cost the factory much to have that done when milling the slide in the first place. I guess we can't expect an H&K for the price we pay for the XD.

manygunner · 11-18-2005, 10:18 PM

Thanks for the heads up, I will avoid this holster in the future.

kpsks · 11-20-2005, 05:00 PM

I know this is apples and oranges but, I have the same problem with a particular leather holster and a G29. IMO, it is a problem that just exists with some holsters and pistol models. If you like the pair, carry them. I carry the leather and G29 that has the same problem you describe.

rimfire · 11-20-2005, 06:38 PM

Thanks for the replies.

I have been considering a Fist hybrid for some time so now may be a good time.

11-15-2005, 08:17 PM	#1
rimfire XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 272	Ejection port snagging in holster... Equipment: Highnoon Downunder IWB (RH) , XD40 Service Has anyone had any problems with the front edge of the ejection port snagging on the inside of their holster? The holster molding of course had a small "bump" that fit the ejection port. After numerous draws and 2 years of use, the front upper corner of the ejection port has torn into the leather (this is about where the belt applies pressure) and I now have a flap on the inside of the holster that snags on the corner of the port. I can cut the flap off but has anyone else had this problem? Has anyone had the front edge of the port rounded to smooth the draw? Any other options other than a Kydex holster (not a big fan of those...)? Thanks

11-18-2005, 06:29 AM	#3
Tango Sierra XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Illinois Posts: 180	Yes, I have the same problem with the XD in a leather holster. It really slows down the draw which is why I'll only use Kydex with the XD (I only use the XD for sport). If I ever have the slide refinished I my have that sharp edge chamfered. It wouldn't have cost the factory much to have that done when milling the slide in the first place. I guess we can't expect an H&K for the price we pay for the XD. __________________ 357sig....- Springfield XD, SIG P226ST 45acp....- Kimber Custom CDP & Classic Royal 9mm......- H&K USP, CZ 75b, Browning BDA, SigSauer P225, Browning Hi-Power revolvers- Taurus CIA 850b, S&W M19 nickel 4", S&W M581 4"

11-18-2005, 10:18 PM	#4
manygunner XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Pacific North West Posts: 2,036	Thanks for the heads up, I will avoid this holster in the future. __________________ CZ-Kadet CZ-52 CZ-83 CZ-75B CZ-85 Combat CZ-452 HK USP Compact Walther P99 XD-9 Service XD-9 Tactical Glock 17 Taurus PT-92 AR Taurus .44 Mag Mossberg 500A Remington 870 AR-15 16\" fluted AMD-65 Dragunov SVD STG-58

11-20-2005, 05:00 PM	#5
kpsks XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: sw ohio Posts: 149	I know this is apples and oranges but, I have the same problem with a particular leather holster and a G29. IMO, it is a problem that just exists with some holsters and pistol models. If you like the pair, carry them. I carry the leather and G29 that has the same problem you describe. __________________ Old school to the core. PC=petty crap

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11-16-2005, 06:43 AM	#2
stunksinatl XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 341	Tug harder! I'm sorry for the joke. I dunno what to tell you besides I see no problem "cutting" the little flap off. If it is an IWB, then gravity is what holds the gun in mostly. I doubt that little flappy thing will make any noticable difference. And hey, if it'll smooth out your draw, I say go for it! Tugging harder is more work anyways. -stunks

11-20-2005, 06:38 PM	#6
rimfire XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 272	Thanks for the replies. I have been considering a Fist hybrid for some time so now may be a good time.