Holster for 500

[AKGUY]

Hi all.....lurking newbie here.
I'm trying to find the holster I want for my 500-4". Galco has the style I want (Phoenix Dual Position) but they don't make it for the 500. It has a thumb break, and dual slots for straight drop or cossdraw. Does anyone know where I might find such a holster? Or who would be willing to make a "one-of-a-kind" custom holster?
A lot of holster makers claim to be "custom", but don't actually make "one-of-a-kind" holsters.
Thanx in advance........

 

[grit]

Welcome to the forum!

I have always been more partial to carrying big bore revolvers in a chest rig, but I'm sure that if you have a good belt, the 4 incher would do fine on your hip.

If you haven't already a quick google search might turn up some dandies. I do know that they mention Ken Null holsters in the Gun Blast review of the 5" John Ross 500. Here's a link to that...

The John  Ross S&W Performance Center 5" .500 Magnum

Just as a frame of reference, this is the setup that I use...

Guides Choice Holster

It's the Guide's Choice holster, made by Dave Johnston (Diamond D Leather). Unbelievably comfortable w/ or w/o a pack, I can wear it all day.

Best wishes on your search...I hope you find what you're looking for.

 

[7P's]

Simply rugged makes a good holster – you can see how the 4" 500 looks in one on this thread: http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-re...0-4-how-you-carrying-yours.html#post135375760

 

[AKGUY]

Thank you both very much. I talked to Ken Null and I think he can do exactly what I'm looking for.

Man, I LOVE forums !!

 

[Bendutro]

I own the Ken Null holster for my JR 500. It's a very nice, well constructed piece. My only issue is the retention straps' snap length won't close with the stock Hogue grips. It is sized to close on a grip with an exposed backstrap. You might want to mention that to him if it's important to you.

 

[AKGUY]

Yes Bendutro, that would be very important to me !! Thanx for your input.....

Again...... Man I just LOVE forums !!! (I've forgotten already, but what did we used to do w/o them ??)

 

[jack the toad]

I have an El Paso Saddlery #77 for my 4" 500 that carrys well.
#77 "Tortilla" Holster
Got mine with 1.5" loops. EPS will make it to order for you. Good quality and fair price IMO. The simply rugged looks good too though.

 

[AKGUY]

Thanx jack ...... They look nice, but I really want the option of dual position .....(straight drop / cross-draw). Depending on if I'm hunting / 4-wheeling / motorcycling / back-packing / hiking / fishing / floating, etc.......one OR the other works well for me, but neither works well ALL the time...... at least not for me........

 

[Redhawk1]

I get all my custom holsters and leather work from Reed Gun Leather.
ReedGunleather.com