Belt for my 617
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If you like the holster, how about a Galco belt?
birdshooter
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I have had a Simply Rugged belt that was wonderful. I have worn it out over many years and am currently using $30 Gun Belt. I have three in multiple colors and wear them with my office attire. Very good belts.
I like my belts from Ernie Hill Speed Leather. I've recently lost a lot of weight and ordered a size 52 belt. It's now way too big after only 2 months. I need to order a 46 next.
I like Ernie's belts because they are double stitched and 2 layers. The gun stays put and the belt does not slip.
I like Ernie's belts because they are double stitched and 2 layers. The gun stays put and the belt does not slip.
hyena
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I like my Hanks.
Hanks Belts are top-quality and their customer service is outstanding.
Hanks Concealed Carry Gun Belts - #1 Leather Gun Belt
Try the Blackout Tactical.
I'm a Milt Sparks guy.
Get a lined rig from Milt, and you will be ever impressed!
Get a lined rig from Milt, and you will be ever impressed!
When I read your question I was thinking what Murphydog answered.
Galco makes good belts too.
Galco makes good belts too.
+3 for a Galco belt
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Another vote for Hanks
Take a look at bullhide belts. I wear on e every day. They make steel lined, and up to 1/4" thick. You could hang a 56 Buick on the belts
What waist size belt are you looking for?
loeman
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Almost totally agree with the above. ! I use my Bullhide with a 4506, which is not quite the size of a '56 Buick, but it isn't a lightweight either.
JAREDSHS
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You have a lot of excellent ideas here to work with. Galco makes a good belt. I have
worn one exactly like the one pictured above by MP-5 every day holding up my jeans for about the last 7 or 8 years-still looks pretty good. It will hold up a pretty heavy gun. It is
a double layer belt. I just measured the width on mine to be 1-5/8" Good luck on making your choice.
worn one exactly like the one pictured above by MP-5 every day holding up my jeans for about the last 7 or 8 years-still looks pretty good. It will hold up a pretty heavy gun. It is
a double layer belt. I just measured the width on mine to be 1-5/8" Good luck on making your choice.
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Another vote to check out Galco belts.
With that said, my favorite is Beltman's double-layer gun belts. I've been using them for several years. I've got a 1.5" bullhide, 1.25" bullhide, and currently using a 1.25" horsehide belt.
Since you mentioned hiking, you might want to check out one of the many nylon belts on the market. I believe the originator was the Wilderness Tactical Instructor belt, or the non-metal Frequent Flyer belt. They work quite well, especially if you get the 5-stitch or reinforced models for extra support. Being nylon, they'll be less affected by sweat than leather belts. However, comparing my Frequent Flyer belts to my Beltman leather belts, I find I get better support with the leather belts.
Another suggestion would be to try and find a belt that will fit snugly in your belt loop. It'll help keep the gun stable in place, which will help make it more comfortable for you.
With that said, my favorite is Beltman's double-layer gun belts. I've been using them for several years. I've got a 1.5" bullhide, 1.25" bullhide, and currently using a 1.25" horsehide belt.
Since you mentioned hiking, you might want to check out one of the many nylon belts on the market. I believe the originator was the Wilderness Tactical Instructor belt, or the non-metal Frequent Flyer belt. They work quite well, especially if you get the 5-stitch or reinforced models for extra support. Being nylon, they'll be less affected by sweat than leather belts. However, comparing my Frequent Flyer belts to my Beltman leather belts, I find I get better support with the leather belts.
Another suggestion would be to try and find a belt that will fit snugly in your belt loop. It'll help keep the gun stable in place, which will help make it more comfortable for you.
BELTMAN. Used to be made about ten miles from me and the guy sold the company, but the quality is still there. He uses bull hide (not cow hide) and only uses strips cut from the shoulder of the bull which is supposedly the strongest. His belts are two layers, glued and sewed and he switches the grain on opposing sides to make it stronger. I have a half a dozen of them for dress, jeans and hunting and they are my go-to belt.
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That reminds me. Make sure to follow the sizing directions for whatever belt maker you choose. Pant size and waist size aren't always the same.
