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rodan · 06-03-2006, 04:09 AM

which is better on the finish of a hand gun. leather or kydex?

**Frenchy** · 06-03-2006, 04:29 AM

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Originally Posted by rodan

which is better on the finish of a hand gun. leather or kydex?

My personal feeling is kydex, but the quality of the holster will make a difference. My Blade-Tech grips the gun an the trigger guard and does not touch the metal. My HS shows quite a bit of wear, but that comes from years in and out of a nylon service holster.

**hower610** · 06-03-2006, 07:32 AM

I had the same question before, visit the following link. Hope this helps.
http://www.hs2000talk.com/viewtopic.php?t=36489

**Frenchy** · 06-03-2006, 07:43 AM

Advantages of kydex:

1. It isn't affected by climatic or environmental conditions.
2. It won’t loose its shape over time.
3. It can't imbed dirt and grit that can accelerate wear.
4. It’s easy to clean.
5. It is molded to exact tolerances.
6. It doesn't have stitching that can deteriorate and break.

Nerves · 06-03-2006, 07:42 PM

I am of the belief, that Kydex has a lot of technical advantages over leather. But, I'm a "Big guy" and I'm in Florida, so for me (IMHO), leather has a better "feel" to my body.

Rob Longenecker · 06-03-2006, 09:27 PM

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Advantages of Kydex:

1. It isn't affected by climatic or environmental conditions. Good leather will last longer than you will.

2. It won’t lose its shape over time. Neither will a quality leather holster.

3. It can't imbed dirt and grit that can accelerate wear. Easy to prevent with minor maintenance.

4. It’s easy to clean. Ditto for good leather.

5. It is molded to exact tolerances. Same for a high quality leather holster.

6. It doesn't have stitching that can deteriorate and break. Synthetic stitching used in quality holsters doesn't deteriorate.

You're still welcome to prefer kydex.

06-03-2006, 04:09 AM	#1
rodan XDTalk Newbie Join Date: May 2006 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 29	leather or kydex which is better on the finish of a hand gun. leather or kydex?

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hower610 XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Oak Creek, WI Posts: 2,004	I had the same question before, visit the following link. Hope this helps. http://www.hs2000talk.com/viewtopic.php?t=36489 __________________ A well regulated Militia being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms shall not be infringed. 1st Gen HS2K - SOLD *12 ga Mossberg 500* - SOLD *AR 15 build* *(Coleman Tyler lower & Del Ton upper)* - SOLD

06-03-2006, 07:43 AM	#4
Frenchy XDTalk 10K Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Mid-Missouri Posts: 14,848	Advantages of kydex: 1. It isn't affected by climatic or environmental conditions. 2. It won’t loose its shape over time. 3. It can't imbed dirt and grit that can accelerate wear. 4. It’s easy to clean. 5. It is molded to exact tolerances. 6. It doesn't have stitching that can deteriorate and break. __________________ ~SC Harvey~ "The Republicans know we have a constitution, and they dismiss it with contempt and arrogance ... The Democrats simply never heard of it ..."--Livyjr-2008

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06-03-2006, 07:42 PM	#5
Nerves XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Jacksonville, Fl. Posts: 2,029	I am of the belief, that Kydex has a lot of technical advantages over leather. But, I'm a "Big guy" and I'm in Florida, so for me (IMHO), leather has a better "feel" to my body.