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The body of the holster is similar, but a key element to the 55BN is the extended belt loop at the rear of the holster. That belt loop is located to pull the butt of the pistol inward and toward the body to reduce printing. It also widens the stance of the holster on the belt to spread out the weight - the 55BN has a lot going on.
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The body of the holster is similar, but a key element to the 55BN is the extended belt loop at the rear of the holster. That belt loop is located to pull the butt of the pistol inward and toward the body to reduce printing. It also widens the stance of the holster on the belt to spread out the weight - the 55BN has a lot going on. Yep. I use them both.
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There are less expensive holsters out there that work, but none are better than Milt Sparks, IMHO.
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Steelhead;
Too bad you don't want an IWB holster.
In December I bought a Glock 19, and bought a Galco Summer Comfort IWB holster for it, then my Daughter bought me a Milt Sparks Summer Special 11 for Christmas.
I like the Milt Sparks holster better, and am going to sell the Galco.
The Galco lists for over $80. Will sell it for $40. shipped. Color: black. Very slightly used. Not even broke in yet.
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The Kirkpatrick TSS (Texas strong side) is basically a knockoff of the 55BN. You will just get it faster.
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The Kirkpatrick TSS (Texas strong side) is basically a knockoff of the 55BN. You will just get it faster. It's not a 0 cant. The TSS is still a really nice holster and good design, the leather on mine (for a 1911) just wasn't the same thickness/quality as the 55BN so I'd rate it a little lower overall...still a nice holster.
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The Kirkpatrick TSS (Texas strong side) is basically a knockoff of the 55BN. You will just get it faster. It's not a 0 cant. The TSS is still a really nice holster and good design, the leather on mine (for a 1911) just wasn't the same thickness/quality as the 55BN so I'd rate it a little lower overall...still a nice holster. You're absolutely correct. The stock cant isn't 0, but you can actually have them made that way. They will discourage you, but it's ultimately your choice. And, you're also right that the leather isn't the same thickness/quality as the Milt Sparks. BUT, when I first delved into the darkness (Glocks), I could get one a lot faster than I could get the 55BN from Milt Sparks. So, that's why I ultimately went with it. A nice sidebar down the road now that I've had the holster for a few years is that 3 of my Glocks fit that holster - a G19, a G41, and G30S, the holster originally being cut for the G19. My G21 and G40 will not fit.
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The 55BN works great for just laying around:
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I have both Kydex (local guy) and a Bianchi 82 CarryLok and like them both. The CarryLok holds the pistol very close to the body, which I prefer. It has a 16 degree forward cant, though.
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I have both Kydex (local guy) and a Bianchi 82 CarryLok and like them both. The CarryLok holds the pistol very close to the body, which I prefer. It has a 16 degree forward cant, though. +1 for the CarryLok. I've had them for years.
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We we're issued the carry lol as our plain clothes holster. Loved it
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