K&D Cochise/Dakota Defender vs. Crossbred SuperTuck - XDTalk Forums - Your HS2000/SA-XD Information Source!

gtrplyr · 07-09-2008, 06:29 PM

I have narrowed my search for a concealment holster down to one of these two: K&D Cochise/Dakota Defender or Crossbred SuperTuck. Any opinions on which to get. I am looking for a very good concealment that will work with more fitted type clothing (I don't have the $ for a new wardrobe), is very comfortable, and long lasting (I don't want to have to replace the holster anytime soon. Thanks for all the help!

Brent

Reeek · 07-10-2008, 12:28 PM

Don't be surprised if you get both. You'll order the K&D then buy the Supertuck while you're waiting for your K&D

Both holsters are a bargain price wise. I suspect the K&D takes much more time and effort to mfg than the Supertuck. However the Supertuck works really well, more than the sum of its parts.

I classify both brands into a very similar comfort and functionality class.

Both holster mfg's set a standard for comfort and concealability. The difference is the Crossbreed is more utilitarian while the K&D is really more artistic. The Crossbreed has a bigger footprint but can easily be cut down to a "custom feel". The K&D has a smaller footprint and frankly I would never consider cutting the K&D. It's too pretty on top of it's awesome functionality.

If I had to own just two brands for CCW those two are probably it. The MTAC seems nice too but I've not worn one yet.

At the end of the day, this choice is like trying to choose between a Remington 870 and a Mossberg 500. The deciding factors are certainly not the price. I think you get more for your money with the K&D based on the mfg detail and time it takes to build one. Regardless, both are well worth the money or the wait.

I have both and I switch between both frequently. I don't use any other holsters anymore including a nice High Noon Tailgunner - which rates third behind the K&D and Crossbreed for me.

CC Packing Company · 07-10-2008, 12:53 PM

Never worn the Dakota, but I've read good things about them here. But I love the he11 out of my Crossbreed!!!

gtrplyr · 07-10-2008, 01:16 PM

Ordered the K&D. They actually have a new model (thunderhawk) that is basically the Cochise with the sweat guard but has slits in the wings so that it can be attached to your belt for better concealment. Should be here in November.

ForTehNguyen · 07-11-2008, 07:42 AM

crossbreed has a 2 week try it free offer and if it breaks under normal use anytime send it in to be fixed.

07-09-2008, 06:29 PM	#1
gtrplyr XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 16	K&D Cochise/Dakota Defender vs. Crossbred SuperTuck I have narrowed my search for a concealment holster down to one of these two: K&D Cochise/Dakota Defender or Crossbred SuperTuck. Any opinions on which to get. I am looking for a very good concealment that will work with more fitted type clothing (I don't have the $ for a new wardrobe), is very comfortable, and long lasting (I don't want to have to replace the holster anytime soon. Thanks for all the help! Brent

07-10-2008, 12:28 PM	#2
Reeek XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 1,422	Don't be surprised if you get both. You'll order the K&D then buy the Supertuck while you're waiting for your K&D Both holsters are a bargain price wise. I suspect the K&D takes much more time and effort to mfg than the Supertuck. However the Supertuck works really well, more than the sum of its parts. I classify both brands into a very similar comfort and functionality class. Both holster mfg's set a standard for comfort and concealability. The difference is the Crossbreed is more utilitarian while the K&D is really more artistic. The Crossbreed has a bigger footprint but can easily be cut down to a "custom feel". The K&D has a smaller footprint and frankly I would never consider cutting the K&D. It's too pretty on top of it's awesome functionality. If I had to own just two brands for CCW those two are probably it. The MTAC seems nice too but I've not worn one yet. At the end of the day, this choice is like trying to choose between a Remington 870 and a Mossberg 500. The deciding factors are certainly not the price. I think you get more for your money with the K&D based on the mfg detail and time it takes to build one. Regardless, both are well worth the money or the wait. I have both and I switch between both frequently. I don't use any other holsters anymore including a nice High Noon Tailgunner - which rates third behind the K&D and Crossbreed for me. __________________ U.S Navy Veteran - CTT - Naval Security Group Guns: XD9SC with Heinie Straight 8 Night Sights CZ P-01 with Meprolights - green/green EAA Witness (Tangfolio) Elite Match .45 Taurus PT1911 with Heinie Straight 8 Night Sights Kel-Tec P3AT Fulton Armory FAR-15 Predator, 24" SS 1x12 Barrel w/Mueller TAC II Savage 93R17 BVSS .17 HMR Remington 870 18" 6+1 w/Choate Mark 6 Last edited by Reeek : 07-10-2008 at 12:32 PM. Reason: Typos

07-10-2008, 12:53 PM	#3
CC Packing Company XDTalk Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 74	Never worn the Dakota, but I've read good things about them here. But I love the he11 out of my Crossbreed!!! __________________ CC Packing Company Las Vegas, NV XD45 Service, Dark Earth Taurus Model 65 Remington 870 Wingmaster 3.5" Ithaca Model 51 Featherlight

07-11-2008, 07:42 AM	#5
ForTehNguyen XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 1,021	crossbreed has a 2 week try it free offer and if it breaks under normal use anytime send it in to be fixed. __________________ XD9 Service Black XD9 Subcompact Black w/ Heine NS AR15 16" Midlength Lancaster AK47 (incoming)

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07-10-2008, 01:16 PM	#4
gtrplyr XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 16	Ordered the K&D. They actually have a new model (thunderhawk) that is basically the Cochise with the sweat guard but has slits in the wings so that it can be attached to your belt for better concealment. Should be here in November.