Dirty Harry Shoulder Holster

I don't think anyone is arguing the merits of one holster over another. Some folks just want the ORIGINAL design of Dirty Harry holster for their handguns. For me, I don't even plan on shooting my Dirty Harry 6 1/2 inch Model 29. So the holster and the gun will BOTH be for display purposes.

Now for a quickie update on the re-release of the Dirty Harry rig. I talked to Shelley at Blocker holsters today via e-mail. The news is GOOD!!! I can't give any more details than that, but I can say it WILL be produced. There are a few questions I asked Shelley concerning which barrel length will be released, and how initial orders will be placed, etc. When I get her reply, I will let everyone know more details.

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Okay....here's the official poop from Shelley:

E-mail #1:

Mike,

Don just gave me the go ahead to take orders. At this time, only for the SW 29. The price will be $285.00 plus shipping. I guesstimate that it would be about 6 - 8 weeks for production. Don is leaving for Albuquerque today and I leave the 20th. We will both be back on the 27th.

He decided to leave the harness as is. Even though it's not a good fit. This weekend I might buy the Dirty Harry DVD's so we can watch them while in Albuquerque.

Thanks
Shelley

My reply:

Hi Shelley,
Sounds great! I think everyone responded they would want the holster exactly the way Clint Eastwood had it. Price sounds great. I think it will be a great seller. Some guys (like me) have the Model 29 like Harry's gun just to have one like in the movie. I also have stainless versions that I actually shoot. What barrel lengths will it be made in? I assume 6 1/2 because that is the original length used in the movie. How do we go about doing the preorders? Do you want people to e-mail you or will it be advertised on the website? The best movie to get a good view of the holster is the first one..."Dirty Harry". I'll hold off on letting the guys on the forum know what's going on 'till I get your reply.

Yours,
Mike Bonomo
P.S. Please put me down for one in 6 1/2 inch barrel size


And Shelley's reply last night:

My Firearm catalog is not listing the barrel lengths. So, I'm not going to be specific. The 6.5" and up are not a problem. Anything under 5" could be because of the tension screw in the holster. Best way to order would be to call me. 800-650-9742. FYI, I will be out 6/20 to 6/27. No one else in the shop will know what's up. Also, no rush since Don will not be back until then. I will request a 50% deposit, but not full payment, since completion time is questionable.

Time for me to go home. Catch ya later!

Shelley
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I'm going to call and get my order in on Monday. The comment about getting the harness right is understandable. I have a X15 I modified because I didn't feel comfortable with the elastic strap. I picked up a Bianchi leather harness I adapted to the X15 holster. I also used a Galco tie down to complete the set-up. It took some time to get it all adjusted just right but it was worth it. I can carry my N frames comfortably all day. Even my Ruger 45 Redhawk, which is very heavy, rides comfortably in it.

The only issue I have with it is the ease of adjusting the harness. It uses those leather screws with the backing to adjust the straps. If it had buckles it would be much easier to adjust.

One trick I did learn in this endeavor is the set up needs to be adjusted while you are wearing it. Taking it off and making changes then putting it back on is hit and miss.

Thanks a million Deputy for getting this rolling. I appreciate it. A sharp salute to you.
 
I talked to Shelley and they have the holster part of the rig completed. Still working on the harness. So no pic yet.
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I apologize for my earlier error. The Original ******* Leather Company Was NOT the genesis of the "Dirty Harry" rig. It was the original "Miami Vice" later known as the "Miami Classic." From the pictures that I have seen on this thread, the original was closer to the Bianci X-15 shoulder holster and suspension setup.

I currently possess the Explorer rig shoulder holster mated with their proprietary SS2 harness system.

It can be mated with other shoulder harness systems manufactured by Galco.

I prefer the one with the heavier straps (SS2) so that I could comfortably tote my "N" frame S&W's (Model 27 with 6 1/2" barrel, Model 610 with a 6 1/2" barrel and a Model 657 with a 6" barrel) all day long underneath a specially tailored set of sport coats.

I did this so that I wouldn't look as if I were nurturing a ferret under my armpit! This foregoing permits me to carry a full-sized revolver with the illusion of concealability. Since I "live" in sport coats while 'off duty' I am assured that the harness won't "telegraph" the revolver's presence when least desired.

Sorry for my mistake. This is why I edited my post's original contents.

Thank you.

Scott
 
Hey Guys!

Hope to have some "Dirty Harry" holsters by the end of the month. Don't want to step on any toes so will be calling it something else. Something like "Lucky" or "The MMD". Any suggestions??? I've received 3 orders so far.

Cannot resist educating Gunfan. Galco did not make the original Miami Vice holster. Ted Blocker did. This is why they had to change the name to Miami Classic. They never made the holster for the Bren Ten. See you are in Vancouver. We are in Tigard. Why don't you come on down and see me and I can also show you the Lucky or MMD prototype.

Good shooting!
Brassy Shell
 
Originally posted by Brassy Shell:
Hey Guys!

Hope to have some "Dirty Harry" holsters by the end of the month. Don't want to step on any toes so will be calling it something else. Something like "Lucky" or "The MMD". Any suggestions??? I've received 3 orders so far.

Cannot resist educating Gunfan. Galco did not make the original Miami Vice holster. Ted Blocker did. This is why they had to change the name to Miami Classic. They never made the holster for the Bren Ten. See you are in Vancouver. We are in Tigard. Why don't you come on down and see me and I can also show you the Lucky or MMD prototype.

Good shooting!
Brassy Shell
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How about the DHO -- Dirty Harry Original? Or DHS -- Dirty Harry Special?

Once you get some pics up, the orders should come rolling in ... drum roll please!
 
Originally posted by Brassy Shell:
Hey Guys!

Hope to have some "Dirty Harry" holsters by the end of the month. Don't want to step on any toes so will be calling it something else. Something like "Lucky" or "The MMD". Any suggestions??? I've received 3 orders so far.

Cannot resist educating Gunfan. Galco did not make the original Miami Vice holster. Ted Blocker did. This is why they had to change the name to Miami Classic. They never made the holster for the Bren Ten. See you are in Vancouver. We are in Tigard. Why don't you come on down and see me and I can also show you the Lucky or MMD prototype.

Good shooting!
Brassy Shell
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I had visited your shop when it was in Clackamas and in Tigard! I am preparing to go to Kansas to test/interview to work at the El Dorado Correctional Facility. El Dorado, Kansas.

I have admired your leather accoutrements since the early 1970's (when my father was working for the Corvallis post office. Corvallis, Oregon.) Being raised in the Willamette Valley, I remember quite a bit about your history.

I'm a friend of Royd Jackson (The Gun Broker) for over 23 years now. Remember him? He was your next-door-neighbor in Clackamas, Oregon.

We'll talk before I leave town.

Scott
 
Don't want to step on any toes so will be calling it something else. Something like "Lucky" or "The MMD". Any suggestions???
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"The Magnum Classic Holster." That way when you offer a version for a 3" or 4" L-frame for me
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, the name will still work (vs using the name "The .44 Magnum Classic Holster").
 
I will be calling Shelley this month to place my order. I know I know...I should have been FIRST on the list
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I just had a bunch of financial issues that popped up and couldn't spare the cash.
 
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