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Chip · 05-13-2006, 08:49 AM

Planning to buy a Blade Tech HOD holster for USPSA - production. Which type of mounting you would recommend (Tech-lock or through the belt)?

Thanks for the help

nightraider · 05-13-2006, 10:34 AM

I'd be interested in hearing this too. I have a Bladetech IWB holster thats a through belt. It works but the Tech-lock seems to be much easier getting on and off. I have to completely remove my belt to get my holster off since I'm a lefty.

If you are concerned about the holster staying put, the through the belt works just fine.

The belt through piece is just a peice of plastic that is screwed in, somewhat flimsy but holds strong when pulled on which is what you need for the draw. Since in USPSA
you'd most likely be using an OWB holster, just image this belt through backwards:

Chip · 05-13-2006, 11:12 AM

Thanks for the reply Nightraider! I am planning on using the holster with a CR Speed belt. The concern I have is whether the Tech-Lock is a secure mount. Does it come unlocked and or does the clip fall off during competition? If the mounting is not a problem, I will probably go with the Tech-lock. Just trying to make the right decision.

Many Thanks!

vafish · 05-13-2006, 02:28 PM

I have the Tec Loc attachments on my Bladetech mag pouches.

Just something about them that I wouldn't trust as the attachment point for a holster.

Just my opinion but I'd get the belt attachment.

Chip · 05-13-2006, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vafish

I have the Tec Loc attachments on my Bladetech mag pouches.

Just something about them that I wouldn't trust as the attachment point for a holster.

Just my opinion but I'd get the belt attachment.

Thanks for your help!

I am going with the belt attachment.

nightraider · 05-13-2006, 04:19 PM

Probably the better choice. Blade-Techs products are top of the line, you won't be disappointed. Just so you know, I trust my belt through system with my life since its my
conceal carry holster. Should do you just fine. Good luck at your USPSA events!

Chip · 05-13-2006, 04:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nightraider

Probably the better choice. Blade-Techs products are top of the line, you won't be disappointed. Just so you know, I trust my belt through system with my life since its my conceal carry holster. Should do you just fine. Good luck at your USPSA events!

Thank you!

danp · 05-13-2006, 11:00 PM

I have the belt through (what they call "loops") on my duty belt and I am happy with it.

**Old School** · 05-14-2006, 04:41 AM

All of my Blade-Tech rigs have Tek-Lok. Tek-lok is a a belt loop attachement that is hinged, so you can install and remove the holster on the belt without removing the belt. If you use the locking clip, it is just as secure as loops. That said, I have not used the locking clip in 3 years and my Tek-Lok has never opened.

OS

hmp32 · 05-21-2006, 09:49 PM

I strong recommend the newer "sting ray" loops. They provide the most stable platform for the holster of the tech-lok, paddle and loop designs.

05-13-2006, 08:49 AM	#1
Chip XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 19	Blade Tech holster - Tech-lock or belt mount? Planning to buy a Blade Tech HOD holster for USPSA - production. Which type of mounting you would recommend (Tech-lock or through the belt)? Thanks for the help

05-13-2006, 02:28 PM	#4
vafish XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Northern VA Posts: 1,239	I have the Tec Loc attachments on my Bladetech mag pouches. Just something about them that I wouldn't trust as the attachment point for a holster. Just my opinion but I'd get the belt attachment. __________________ \"If your plan is for one year, plant rice. If your plan is for ten years, plant trees. If your plan is for one hundred years, educate children.\" -- Confucius

05-13-2006, 11:00 PM	#8
danp XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Sacramento, California Posts: 1,317	I have the belt through (what they call "loops") on my duty belt and I am happy with it. __________________ God made cops so that firefighters could have heros too. "He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster. And if you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes also into you." - Nietzche

05-14-2006, 04:41 AM	#9
Old School XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Illinois Posts: 7,630	All of my Blade-Tech rigs have Tek-Lok. Tek-lok is a a belt loop attachement that is hinged, so you can install and remove the holster on the belt without removing the belt. If you use the locking clip, it is just as secure as loops. That said, I have not used the locking clip in 3 years and my Tek-Lok has never opened. OS __________________ Visit www.pistolgear.com for all of your XD needs!

05-21-2006, 09:49 PM	#10
hmp32 XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 23	I strong recommend the newer "sting ray" loops. They provide the most stable platform for the holster of the tech-lok, paddle and loop designs. __________________ Former XD40 Service Pistol Owner Happy New XD45 Tactical Owner

05-13-2006, 10:34 AM	#2
nightraider XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 2,483	I'd be interested in hearing this too. I have a Bladetech IWB holster thats a through belt. It works but the Tech-lock seems to be much easier getting on and off. I have to completely remove my belt to get my holster off since I'm a lefty. If you are concerned about the holster staying put, the through the belt works just fine. The belt through piece is just a peice of plastic that is screwed in, somewhat flimsy but holds strong when pulled on which is what you need for the draw. Since in USPSA you'd most likely be using an OWB holster, just image this belt through backwards:

05-13-2006, 11:12 AM	#3
Chip XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 19	Thanks for the reply Nightraider! I am planning on using the holster with a CR Speed belt. The concern I have is whether the Tech-Lock is a secure mount. Does it come unlocked and or does the clip fall off during competition? If the mounting is not a problem, I will probably go with the Tech-lock. Just trying to make the right decision. Many Thanks!

05-13-2006, 04:19 PM	#6
nightraider XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 2,483	Probably the better choice. Blade-Techs products are top of the line, you won't be disappointed. Just so you know, I trust my belt through system with my life since its my conceal carry holster. Should do you just fine. Good luck at your USPSA events!

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