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treeruns · 12-10-2006, 05:21 PM

I got a FOBUS paddle I'll sell you for 15 dollars. It's brand new.

**Bycyclist** · 12-10-2006, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by hiker-guy

I also have a XD-45 4" and a similar build (5-11, 170lbs, 34in). I use the CTAC from comp-tac IWB holster. I wear it low at the 3:30/4 o'clock position. I buy pants a sizer bigger. I prefer the kydex over leather; I sweat a lot and find the leather iritates my skin after a while. The biggest trouble I have is finding t-shirts that don't print. Until I found a good holster, I used a cheap Uncle Mike's IWB.

I'm about the same build, except for 185 lbs. Crossbreed Supertuck (IWB) and Crossbreed Ranger (OWB) have both been great for XD carry. I've found FBI cant at about 330/4 give me best overall for comfort/concealability.

Trace · 12-10-2006, 07:00 PM

Yeah, I've got over 19 holsters for my 1911's. One for every possible clothing situation. But my new primary weapon for carry is the XD45 Service, and my primary mode of carry will be IWB. Tired of carrying my high dollar 1911's and messing up the finishes with holster wear.

So yeah, I'm VERY familiar with the box of holsters..

ksxdguy · 12-10-2006, 07:37 PM

First welcome to the forum and congrats on an excellent choice in pistols.
Ah, the holster; most people I know (especially me), have the proverbial box full of holsters that they have purchased and discarded. This is not to say they aren't any good, it's just that there are so many variables. That said, I can tell you my favorites. For carry on the belt, I love the Fist "Dave Spaulding". Fist uses much thinner kydex than any other company I'm familiar with. The "Spaulding" weighs next to nothing, but is very durable and secure. My other favorites are Comp-Tac and Blade Tech. These are all kydex. If you want leather, I'd recommend Fist again, and Galco.
If you can visit different gunshops, perhaps they'll let you try different ones and wear them around the store awhile.

Trace · 12-12-2006, 09:18 AM

Going with the CTAC with the C-clips. Gonna try it at the 3:30/4:00 position.

Brickboy240 · 12-12-2006, 02:33 PM

I have my XD-40 Service riding in a DeSantis Speed Scabbard and love it. I am pretty sure the XD45 would fit as well. For 60 bucks, its a handsome piece that is comfortable and very fast.

- Brickboy240

sloan1919 · 12-12-2006, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by XDX

Hi, I'm glad I found this forum. I read lots of good reviews about this gun before I decided to go out and get one. I chose the 45acp 4'' service model for $479+tax. How did I do?
I tried the factory plastic holster but it doesn't stay put on me. Besides that I'm a small guy 5'7'' 150 lbs 30'' waist size, so I figure I would need an IWB holster, right? This is my first gun so what holster do you guys recommend and what carrying position is best for someone my size? Also what magazine holster, I'd like to be able to have 1 extra mag on me.
I bought mine at Bull Eyes in Tacoma and one sales clerk recommended the Kramer horsehide IWB but they were out at the time. So let's hear them. Thanks for all your inputs.

We are all assuming you mean for concealed carry??? What kind of clothing??? This matters... I have a few that I use for different things.

XXL45XD · 12-12-2006, 08:05 PM

I am all about the Kramer IWB3. Seriously check out www.kramerleather.com used by some of our cuntry's special ops teams.

You can get one custom made in a couple weeks for around 100 bucks. This is apposed to 12 weeks and 200 buks for some of the good holsters.

just my 2 cents.

30roundmusket · 12-12-2006, 08:31 PM

i pack with a Bianci OWB. same holster as g17. takes a couple weeks to form but 40 bucks for a great holster. picked mine up at bass pro shop in savannah ga

XDX · 12-12-2006, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by XXL45XD

I am all about the Kramer IWB3. Seriously check out www.kramerleather.com used by some of our cuntry's special ops teams.

You can get one custom made in a couple weeks for around 100 bucks. This is apposed to 12 weeks and 200 buks for some of the good holsters.

just my 2 cents.

That's what I got. IWB #3 premium cowhide from a local gun shop. No wait and not much more than the Supertuck. It molds perfectly to my xd45 service and very aesthetically looking. I was deciding between it and Supertuck and that alone made my decision. But I've never tried on the Supertuck and from hearing how comfortable it is by everyone here I want to try it on too. Dont know which one would win in the comfort department though.

12-10-2006, 05:21 PM	#11
treeruns XDTalk Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: UTAH Posts: 72	I got a FOBUS paddle I'll sell you for 15 dollars. It's brand new. __________________ FOLLOW NO ONE

12-10-2006, 07:00 PM	#13
Trace XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Plano, Texas Posts: 2,880	Yeah, I've got over 19 holsters for my 1911's. One for every possible clothing situation. But my new primary weapon for carry is the XD45 Service, and my primary mode of carry will be IWB. Tired of carrying my high dollar 1911's and messing up the finishes with holster wear. So yeah, I'm VERY familiar with the box of holsters.. __________________ 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"

12-12-2006, 09:18 AM	#15
Trace XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Plano, Texas Posts: 2,880	Going with the CTAC with the C-clips. Gonna try it at the 3:30/4:00 position. __________________ 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"

12-12-2006, 02:33 PM	#16
Brickboy240 XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Houston, TX, USA Posts: 8,988	I have my XD-40 Service riding in a DeSantis Speed Scabbard and love it. I am pretty sure the XD45 would fit as well. For 60 bucks, its a handsome piece that is comfortable and very fast. - Brickboy240 __________________ The top 25% of wage earners in America pay 86% of all federal income taxes collected. (according to 2007 IRS website data) Es mejor morir a pie que vivir arrodillado Volvo...the Swedish Brick!

12-12-2006, 08:31 PM	#19
30roundmusket XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: top of the hill, half way from Miami to New York City Posts: 29	i pack with a Bianci OWB. same holster as g17. takes a couple weeks to form but 40 bucks for a great holster. picked mine up at bass pro shop in savannah ga __________________ \"Finally, An industrial nation with complete gun control. Our streets will be safer, our police more effective, and our people more productive. The world shall follow our lead into the future.\" Adolf Hitler 1939 .45\'s are pre-expanded!

12-10-2006, 07:37 PM	#14
ksxdguy XDTalk Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 68	First welcome to the forum and congrats on an excellent choice in pistols. Ah, the holster; most people I know (especially me), have the proverbial box full of holsters that they have purchased and discarded. This is not to say they aren't any good, it's just that there are so many variables. That said, I can tell you my favorites. For carry on the belt, I love the Fist "Dave Spaulding". Fist uses much thinner kydex than any other company I'm familiar with. The "Spaulding" weighs next to nothing, but is very durable and secure. My other favorites are Comp-Tac and Blade Tech. These are all kydex. If you want leather, I'd recommend Fist again, and Galco. If you can visit different gunshops, perhaps they'll let you try different ones and wear them around the store awhile.

12-12-2006, 08:05 PM	#18
XXL45XD XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 12	I am all about the Kramer IWB3. Seriously check out www.kramerleather.com used by some of our cuntry's special ops teams. You can get one custom made in a couple weeks for around 100 bucks. This is apposed to 12 weeks and 200 buks for some of the good holsters. just my 2 cents.

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