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joe1118 · 03-10-2005, 12:26 PM

I just ordered an XD 5" Tactical in 9mm. Does anyone have an idea for a good IDPA holster? Would the Hume JIT work? I know little and would value informed ideas.

Thanks,
Joe1118

**Old School** · 03-10-2005, 12:43 PM

Although the JIT is legal and would work, I think it would slow you down.

I'd suggest a holster that has an adjustable retention and a "slick" inside. I only use Blade-Tech, and I highly recommend them for competion.

Old School

PS: Blade-Tech was the most used holster during the 2004 IDPA Nationals.

Lumberjack98 · 03-10-2005, 12:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old School

Although the JIT is legal and would work, I think it would slow you down.

I'd suggest a holster that has an adjustable retention and a "slick" inside. I only use Blade-Tech, and I highly recommend them for competion.

Old School

PS: Blade-Tech was the most used holster during the 2004 IDPA Nationals.

Which Blade-Tech holster? Is is the "belt" one listed on pistol gear?

**Old School** · 03-10-2005, 01:27 PM

The body of the holster is the same, the attachment are a personalize choice. I do use the "belt" holster, as it is more secure on your hip than the paddle.

Snake-eater 1 · 03-10-2005, 08:16 PM

I concur, Blade-Tech belt slide holster. Same with the mag pouch.

Lumberjack98 · 03-11-2005, 05:41 AM

Thanks for the input.

joe1118 · 03-11-2005, 06:49 AM

Yes, thanks for the input! Do you think the paddle version would still be legal for IDPA?

**Old School** · 03-11-2005, 06:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joe1118

Yes, thanks for the input! Do you think the paddle version would still be legal for IDPA?

Yes, the Blade-Tech paddle is also legal. If you use a paddle, beware even the best paddle holster may move on you. The advantage with the Blade-Tech version is you can dial the retention into a level that will reduce such movement.

mpholic · 03-11-2005, 01:18 PM

If you prefer leather try High Noons Slide Guard (get the lined version).

Yes, Kydex is faster than leather but at this point my times are slow enough that even with the Kydex I would come no closer to winning than I do.

I use gaming partially (mostly for fun though) to prepare for the time I may really have to use my gun in self defense. Since I wear a leather holster (can't stand the feel of Kydex) that's what I game with.

Rob Longenecker · 03-12-2005, 04:14 PM

The "Speed Slide" is wicked quick and IDPA legal.

http://store.yahoo.com/rlcompanyusa/speedslide.html

03-10-2005, 12:26 PM	#1
joe1118 XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 2	Best IDPA Legal Holster? I just ordered an XD 5" Tactical in 9mm. Does anyone have an idea for a good IDPA holster? Would the Hume JIT work? I know little and would value informed ideas. Thanks, Joe1118

03-10-2005, 12:43 PM	#2
Old School XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Illinois Posts: 7,568	Although the JIT is legal and would work, I think it would slow you down. I'd suggest a holster that has an adjustable retention and a "slick" inside. I only use Blade-Tech, and I highly recommend them for competion. Old School PS: Blade-Tech was the most used holster during the 2004 IDPA Nationals. __________________ Visit www.pistolgear.com for all of your XD needs!

03-10-2005, 01:27 PM	#4
Old School XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Illinois Posts: 7,568	The body of the holster is the same, the attachment are a personalize choice. I do use the "belt" holster, as it is more secure on your hip than the paddle. __________________ Visit www.pistolgear.com for all of your XD needs!

03-10-2005, 08:16 PM	#5
Snake-eater 1 XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Quinque, VA Posts: 2,653	I concur, Blade-Tech belt slide holster. Same with the mag pouch. __________________ ----------------------------------------------- "Too soon, old. Too late, smart" anon

03-11-2005, 05:41 AM	#6
Lumberjack98 XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 856	Thanks for the input. __________________ XD-9 Service, DGR, CC 3.5# Trigger, TFOs, KG Gunkote Texas XD Practical Shooters Association

03-11-2005, 06:49 AM	#7
joe1118 XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 2	Yes, thanks for the input! Do you think the paddle version would still be legal for IDPA?

03-11-2005, 01:18 PM	#9
mpholic XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 181	If you prefer leather try High Noons Slide Guard (get the lined version). Yes, Kydex is faster than leather but at this point my times are slow enough that even with the Kydex I would come no closer to winning than I do. I use gaming partially (mostly for fun though) to prepare for the time I may really have to use my gun in self defense. Since I wear a leather holster (can't stand the feel of Kydex) that's what I game with.

03-12-2005, 04:14 PM	#10
Rob Longenecker XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 122	The "Speed Slide" is wicked quick and IDPA legal. http://store.yahoo.com/rlcompanyusa/speedslide.html __________________ www.tuckergunleather.com www.tuckergunleatherBLOG.com Tucker Silent Thunder IWB - Leather-Lined Kydex http://rlcompanyusa.stores.yahoo.net/sithiw.html

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