Good chest holster

[Gatillo]

Hello, can anyone suggest a good chest holster that will securely hold my 686+. Preferably Kydex, but a good leather rig will be okay too. Thanks!

 

[geeollie]

I use the Kenai chest holster to ride my mountain bike. It carries a J Frame so is somewhat lighter than you want to carry.
My experience is that I can ride my bike on very rough terrain and absolutely forget I am wearing it. It does not rub, bounce or shift on me. Most people who write reviews are carrying larger than a J-frame but are not bouncing and vibrating as much as mountain bike riding does.

I bought this brand because of the reviews I read over many different forums. They were VERY few negative reports. I found a few complaints about the cost or a few people complaining about it not being leather.

EDIT: I wear a 3X size basketball type or weight lifter type jersey over my Kenai. It covers the gun and all the straps except for the one under my left arm pit. I am seldom seen by anyone, but if I am all they see is a bike rider with a baggy shirt. The large arm holes allow a very easy and fast draw.

 

[CH4]

I use the Galco Alaskan for 4” N frames

 

[Gatillo]

I use the Galco Alaskan for 4” N frames

So, I'm assuming my 686+ 4"barrel L-frame revolver will fit into the Galco nicely and securely, right?

 

[SnidelyWhiplash]

Take a look at Diamond D leather…super quality.

Diamond D chest holster

 

[cougar015]

You might get more information if you ask this in the revolver section.

 

[Autonomous]

Another satisfied GunfightersINC Kenai user here.

 

[Rat458]

I carry a Model 69 4" in a Diamond Guides Choice Holster.
Best carry holster for the active person.

 

[poledorus]

The El Paso Saddlery "1942 Tanker" holster is at once elegant and practical. It is their copy of the WWII-era M7. The lift-the-dot closure is extremely secure. It is also quite durable: I carried my service pistol in one in Afghanistan, over my body armor, and no worries.

 

[BloodyThumb]

Best Kydex I have ever used is the Kenai. I have one for a G20.

Best leather from a shop called Camp Curry Leather. Find them in Etsy and on Facebook. I have 8 or 9 holsters from this guy. I have been buying leather holsters for many years (since the early 80’s) and I have never purchased leather done better than this man produces. Even at MUCH higher prices. He really does amazing work and prices are surprising… to me at least.

I found leather to be much more comfortable on revolvers due to the cylinder bulge.

This rig is $160

 

[woudstra]

Simply Rugged Holsters Chesty Puller

 

[jurnes]

So, I'm assuming my 686+ 4"barrel L-frame revolver will fit into the Galco nicely and securely, right?

Galco’s website will “walk” you through figment for your firearm. Great quality also!

 

[Squib_Load]

Look at the Doc Holliday-style holsters. Various makers.

 

[Kodfather]

Hello, can anyone suggest a good chest holster that will securely hold my 686+. Preferably Kydex, but a good leather rig will be okay too. Thanks!

Diamond D no better

 

[Gatillo]

Thanks for the overwhelming response, guys! It's given me a LOT of options to look into. I'm looking to purchase one by October for a multiday backpacking trip along the Chatoogah River. Thanks again!!

 

[Autonomous]

Great! Let us know which direction you take.

Some makers can have long lead times for custom orders. Just bringing this up so you don't get caught short.
Some have a fee to take cuts to the head of the line.

 

[Gatillo]

Good point and yes, when I make my final decision and receive mine, I'll fill you all in on my choice and how I like it.

 

[Jay Hall]

Hello, can anyone suggest a good chest holster that will securely hold my 686+. Preferably Kydex, but a good leather rig will be okay too. Thanks!

I also have a 686 3-5-7-plus 5 inch and need a shoulder or chest holster. I love this revolver, unfluted and 7 shot.

 

[KWW]

Check out Invader Concepts. Kydex holster and 2” straps for comfort. I love leather holsters, but for backpacking and bad weather, I’ll always take Kydex.

 

[poledorus]

BTW...El Paso Saddlery just released their Memorial Day discount code: MEMORIAL25. It's good for 20% off site wide, and expires on 26 May. Cheers