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ChrisChris · 03-17-2007, 01:08 AM

I purchased and recieved this holster, however I have yet to use it as my CPL has yet to arrive. It is for my XDSC9. I am not sure if I made the right decision, seeing how popular the crossbreeds are around here, but I am going to try it and see how I like it.

I am tall with a thin frame (6'2" 175 lbs) and it seems to fit me best at the 5 oclock position. One thing I noticed while taking it out of the holster is that it seems to mark the very end of my slide with a light smudge/scratch mark. It is very small and only near the opening of the barrel on the left side, but I dont want to turn into a big deal. Anyone have any comments on this issue?

leeindy · 03-17-2007, 01:20 AM

i love mine and im about your size
a hair taller

GrandPaBob · 03-17-2007, 08:08 AM

I've noticed smudging from my CTAC. I thought it was wearing the finish on my slide, but it seems to be some residue from the holster. I was taking a Defensive Shooting class and had to practice my draw a lot, so my Sig P220 Carry came out of the holster many times. When I first saw the blemish, I got ticked, but found I could wipe it off with some effort. After awhile, it stopped appearing, so I figured the holster just needed some break in time. No problems now and I love the holster. It's very comfortable and can be adjusted for cant and height to fit my preferences.

Good luck.

Grimloktt · 03-17-2007, 05:13 PM

The C.T.A.C. is a good holster IMO. It holds your firearm securely, allows you to cant it to your liking, keeps the handle where you can easily obtain a grip on it and finally, it keeps your pants off your weapon.

If you have a problem with your grip printing, you can slide the gun around to the 3 o'clock position and cant it all the way forward...

Congrats. You have a nice set-up; don't second guess it.

Trace · 03-17-2007, 05:46 PM

I wouldn't worry about your finish. I mean, c'mon, its a carry gun right? Its going to get holster marks, scratches, etc... Unless its a "Safe Queen" and you only take it out to wipe it down and show your friends. The wear marks give it character.

ChrisChris · 03-17-2007, 06:58 PM

Thanks for the insight guys. Yeah, I shouldn't really worry about the finish TOO much, but I dont want a holster that is going to leave nasty, consistent scratches. I am sure the holster just needs to be broken in. Thanks again,

Grimloktt · 03-17-2007, 07:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChrisChris

Thanks for the insight guys. Yeah, I shouldn't really worry about the finish TOO much, but I dont want a holster that is going to leave nasty, consistent scratches. I am sure the holster just needs to be broken in. Thanks again,

If it's leaving scracthes, use some super dooper fine sand paper to smooth her out just a little. OR make sure you don't have dirt on your holster or your gun. That'll also do it.

Trace · 03-17-2007, 07:02 PM

The C-T.A.C. is a pretty awesome holster. I use mine everyday. I am going to get another one for use with my 1911's. If it makes you feel any better, I've got several $2,000+ 1911's that I carry on occasion, and they've got their "character marks" on them too!

Grimloktt · 03-17-2007, 07:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trace

The C-T.A.C. is a pretty awesome holster. I use mine everyday. I am going to get another one for use with my 1911's. If it makes you feel any better, I've got several $2,000+ 1911's that I carry on occasion, and they've got their "character marks" on them too!

Yes, I'd say you have an awfully nice collection...

**nsnate02** · 03-17-2007, 07:40 PM

Good choice. You will not have any problems.

03-17-2007, 01:08 AM	#1
ChrisChris XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 158	Comp tac CTAC I purchased and recieved this holster, however I have yet to use it as my CPL has yet to arrive. It is for my XDSC9. I am not sure if I made the right decision, seeing how popular the crossbreeds are around here, but I am going to try it and see how I like it. I am tall with a thin frame (6'2" 175 lbs) and it seems to fit me best at the 5 oclock position. One thing I noticed while taking it out of the holster is that it seems to mark the very end of my slide with a light smudge/scratch mark. It is very small and only near the opening of the barrel on the left side, but I dont want to turn into a big deal. Anyone have any comments on this issue?

03-17-2007, 01:20 AM	#2
leeindy XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: montana Posts: 2,892	i love mine and im about your size a hair taller __________________ USAF F-15 Attack Control Specialist / Range Officer / Defensive Pistol Instructor "A fear of weapons is a sign of retarded sexual and emotional maturity" Sigmund Freud Anchorage Practical Shooters Club aka ANPRACS ANPRACS Match Videos click here and here USPSA # A-58756 IDPA # A28338 Co-Founder of the OFFICIAL XDtalk Competition League Another good gun forum http://www.nationalgunforum.com

03-17-2007, 08:08 AM	#3
GrandPaBob XDTalk Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NC Posts: 95	I've noticed smudging from my CTAC. I thought it was wearing the finish on my slide, but it seems to be some residue from the holster. I was taking a Defensive Shooting class and had to practice my draw a lot, so my Sig P220 Carry came out of the holster many times. When I first saw the blemish, I got ticked, but found I could wipe it off with some effort. After awhile, it stopped appearing, so I figured the holster just needed some break in time. No problems now and I love the holster. It's very comfortable and can be adjusted for cant and height to fit my preferences. Good luck. __________________ Reason when possible; Extreme action when necessary. Sig P220 Carry Equinox (.45ACP) XD 9 Service XD 45 ACP Service CZ 2075 RAMI P 9mm Bersa Thunder .380 CC Yes, I'm still Under Construction!

03-17-2007, 05:46 PM	#5
Trace XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Plano, Texas Posts: 2,880	I wouldn't worry about your finish. I mean, c'mon, its a carry gun right? Its going to get holster marks, scratches, etc... Unless its a "Safe Queen" and you only take it out to wipe it down and show your friends. The wear marks give it character. __________________ Some of my toys: SA XD45 Service (Black on Black) Les Baer Monolith Heavyweight Les Baer Monolith Commanche Heavyweight Les Baer S.R.P. Ed Brown Classic Custom 5" Ed Brown Special Forces 5" Ed Brown Kobra Carry 4.25" Yes, I come from the land of 1911's "In GOD we trust...Everyone else, keep your hands where I can see 'em"

03-17-2007, 07:02 PM	#8
Trace XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Plano, Texas Posts: 2,880	The C-T.A.C. is a pretty awesome holster. I use mine everyday. I am going to get another one for use with my 1911's. If it makes you feel any better, I've got several $2,000+ 1911's that I carry on occasion, and they've got their "character marks" on them too! __________________ Some of my toys: SA XD45 Service (Black on Black) Les Baer Monolith Heavyweight Les Baer Monolith Commanche Heavyweight Les Baer S.R.P. Ed Brown Classic Custom 5" Ed Brown Special Forces 5" Ed Brown Kobra Carry 4.25" Yes, I come from the land of 1911's "In GOD we trust...Everyone else, keep your hands where I can see 'em"

03-17-2007, 05:13 PM	#4
Grimloktt XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 367	The C.T.A.C. is a good holster IMO. It holds your firearm securely, allows you to cant it to your liking, keeps the handle where you can easily obtain a grip on it and finally, it keeps your pants off your weapon. If you have a problem with your grip printing, you can slide the gun around to the 3 o'clock position and cant it all the way forward... Congrats. You have a nice set-up; don't second guess it.

03-17-2007, 06:58 PM	#6
ChrisChris XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 158	Thanks for the insight guys. Yeah, I shouldn't really worry about the finish TOO much, but I dont want a holster that is going to leave nasty, consistent scratches. I am sure the holster just needs to be broken in. Thanks again,

03-17-2007, 07:40 PM	#10
nsnate02 XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 1,077	Good choice. You will not have any problems. __________________ "It is better to be thought a fool, than to open your mouth and remove all doubt." *Abraham Lincoln*

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