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**Old School** · 07-20-2006, 06:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SKasz

I have a serpa holster for my 1911, best holster I've ever owned.

My question is wheather or not it will fit my xd 45 tac. w/truglo sights???

Steve

Is the question will your 1911 holster work for your XD? If so, no. They are different, sorry.

SKasz · 07-20-2006, 07:23 PM

Sorry the other way around,

if my 45 tactical would fit the xd serpa holster? also w/my truglo sights. I always thought there was a size difference in the xd 45.

Steve

one-eyed-fatman · 07-20-2006, 07:53 PM

My Serpa holster also fit my Xd9sc.

Killerquad · 07-20-2006, 10:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SKasz

Sorry the other way around,

if my 45 tactical would fit the xd serpa holster? also w/my truglo sights. I always thought there was a size difference in the xd 45.

Steve

I'll let you know as soon as I get my slides back with the TFOs installed. It fits my 9 service and the 45 ACP so the 45 Tac should work also as it is just longer than the service version. The 45 is a tad bit bigger than the other models but you can play with the retention screw to get it set up for either.

Buttons · 07-26-2006, 05:28 PM

One thing that I'd like to add on this probably wont matter to most of you, but for the Military and LE guys in here:

Its noisy as hell.

I have the drop rig for the M-9 that i tought i'd get as a trial while i'm here in the States for a while. I havent had any type of mechanical failure but i've realized why so many tactical holsters arent made from kydex. My lanyard clicks against the outside of it, the pistol rattles against the inside of it, and between the two i'm developing a noise-discipline complex.

Also, the magazine "pouches" are noisy AND unsecure, let your gear hit them in a vehicle and they're gone!

frank · 07-27-2006, 06:29 AM

I just bought the Blackhawk non-serpa version for my XD-40 Service. I got the Blackhawk because of the adjustability and paddle/belt options. I have no complaints, but I think that the Blade-tech is of higher quality.

Phx_XD9 · 11-21-2006, 07:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SKasz

I have a serpa holster for my 1911, best holster I've ever owned.

My question is wheather or not it will fit my xd 45 tac. w/truglo sights???

Steve

Steve, I've got XS 24/7 tritium sights (large front sight) on mine, and it clears with no issues on my CQC carbon SERPA holster. There appears to be a decent amount of sight clearance on the product.

BTW - I've seen a few posts saying that the gun is loose in the holster. Not the case with my XD9 5" tactical pistol. It fits perfectly.

DoTheDietDew · 11-23-2006, 08:20 PM

I tried many different holsters and also got a serpa not to long ago they are awesome holsters. i like the fact that they come with the belt attachment and the paddle as well. the paddle is my favorite and is as secure of a paddle as i have found. the thing dosen't move one bit. i have mine canted foward for better concelament. it is my daily carry holster, i carried an xd service model in it, until i got my sub compact the other day, and it is now my carry gun, i love the xd's and i love the serpa holsters.

and i also agree that www.pistolgear.com is a great place to do business with!

Ripplingh2o · 12-26-2006, 07:15 PM

Just got my Blackhawk carbon fiber serpa for Christmas for my XD40 and my XD40 has Truglo's fiber optic sights. Fits perfectly (the front blade has about a 1/16" clearance in the sight channel (but that's enough). I don't know about being loose, mine is nice and snug without any looseness at all. Operational function of the serpa system is terrific. I'm looking forward to using this new holster exclusively with my XD this upcoming summer shooting season.

Nerves · 12-26-2006, 09:33 PM

I use the Serpa with my 1911 Wilson Combat CQB. I've carried it and participated in IDPA matches with it (running around and rolling on the dirt) with no problems. This of course if first hand experience...

,,,that's not to say, I don't wanna know from second hand, last time I check, I need all the information I can get my hands on; Good or bad, so although I do not agree with the "tone" of the negative advice, I for one appriciate it. But, I also am of the belive that I should look at all aspects...

Base on my experience, and the type of weapon I use it with, I having nothing but positive things to say about the use og the serpa, with a 1911.

07-20-2006, 07:53 PM	#43
one-eyed-fatman XDTalk 10K Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 10,741	My Serpa holster also fit my Xd9sc. __________________ Never underestimate the power of a large group of fools. http://home.houston.rr.com/gunpics/images/one%20eye.wav This link no longer works due to a corporate buyout.

12-26-2006, 09:33 PM	#50
Nerves XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Jacksonville, Fl. Posts: 2,029	I use the Serpa with my 1911 Wilson Combat CQB. I've carried it and participated in IDPA matches with it (running around and rolling on the dirt) with no problems. This of course if first hand experience... ,,,that's not to say, I don't wanna know from second hand, last time I check, I need all the information I can get my hands on; Good or bad, so although I do not agree with the "tone" of the negative advice, I for one appriciate it. But, I also am of the belive that I should look at all aspects... Base on my experience, and the type of weapon I use it with, I having nothing but positive things to say about the use og the serpa, with a 1911. __________________ \"WHEN YOU PUT ON YOUR GUN LEAVE YOUR MIDDLE FINGER AT HOME\" NRA Member IDPA Member--Wilson Combat CQB (CDP) USPSA Member--New XD 9 Tac & G34 (Production ) IPSC Open Major--STI Trubor Grandmaster CCW's: -- XD-45 ACP 4" with Truglo TFO's & M6 Laser/Light --Kimber Tactical Pro II, ...Many More

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07-20-2006, 07:23 PM	#42
SKasz XDTalk Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Clinton Twp. Posts: 93	Sorry the other way around, if my 45 tactical would fit the xd serpa holster? also w/my truglo sights. I always thought there was a size difference in the xd 45. Steve

07-26-2006, 05:28 PM	#45
Buttons XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Tulsa OK Posts: 14	One thing that I'd like to add on this probably wont matter to most of you, but for the Military and LE guys in here: Its noisy as hell. I have the drop rig for the M-9 that i tought i'd get as a trial while i'm here in the States for a while. I havent had any type of mechanical failure but i've realized why so many tactical holsters arent made from kydex. My lanyard clicks against the outside of it, the pistol rattles against the inside of it, and between the two i'm developing a noise-discipline complex. Also, the magazine "pouches" are noisy AND unsecure, let your gear hit them in a vehicle and they're gone!

07-27-2006, 06:29 AM	#46
frank XDTalk Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 57	I just bought the Blackhawk non-serpa version for my XD-40 Service. I got the Blackhawk because of the adjustability and paddle/belt options. I have no complaints, but I think that the Blade-tech is of higher quality.

11-23-2006, 08:20 PM	#48
DoTheDietDew XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 136	I tried many different holsters and also got a serpa not to long ago they are awesome holsters. i like the fact that they come with the belt attachment and the paddle as well. the paddle is my favorite and is as secure of a paddle as i have found. the thing dosen't move one bit. i have mine canted foward for better concelament. it is my daily carry holster, i carried an xd service model in it, until i got my sub compact the other day, and it is now my carry gun, i love the xd's and i love the serpa holsters. and i also agree that www.pistolgear.com is a great place to do business with!

12-26-2006, 07:15 PM	#49
Ripplingh2o XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Northern Minnesota Posts: 130	Just got my Blackhawk carbon fiber serpa for Christmas for my XD40 and my XD40 has Truglo's fiber optic sights. Fits perfectly (the front blade has about a 1/16" clearance in the sight channel (but that's enough). I don't know about being loose, mine is nice and snug without any looseness at all. Operational function of the serpa system is terrific. I'm looking forward to using this new holster exclusively with my XD this upcoming summer shooting season.