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Old 12-13-2009, 05:50 PM
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Question Need some holster info please

Picked up a holster at the gunshow Sat.It's a floral carved open top for a K framed smith.On the back it's marked H H Heiser, maker, Denver Colo. with the no.729 stamped under that.Now, the questions, what time frame could this be from?And about what is the going prices for something like this now days.It's in good shape with no cracks or busted seams.Thanks, Jeff

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This may help with dating.

Hermann H. Heiser Saddlery Company History and Maker Marks - www.vintagegunleather.com California
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Heiser had a very good reputation for many years, making saddles and tack, holsters and other leather gear. They provided M1916 holsters for the US military during WW2. I think Heiser started up in the latter 19th Century, and remained active until the 1960's.

The stamped number "729" is likely a catalog number, designating holster model and the handgun it is fitted for.

There are quite a few collectors looking for Heiser products.
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Thanks guys,I have a much better idea of what I have now.
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Good used Heiser's will bring much more than most new comparable holsters.
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I added a pic to my first post. This is the backside.
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Nice holster! Turnerriver (one of the members here) is quite expert on Heiser holsters. You might try sending a him a PM with the photos.
Here’s a link to one of his threads. It contains some great information.
http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-hand-ejectors-1896-1961/100501-outdoorsman-heiser-holster.html
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