Old Style J Frame Shoulder Holster

[Old cop]

We were getting ready to run a few errands today when I decided, for no particular reason, to put my 442PC into an old '70s style shoulder holster hanging in the closet. It's been in there since my '97 retirement unused. It went on over a t-shirt, a flannel shirt over that and my winter jacket. I was surprised how comfortable it was, plus it freed up a pocket in my jeans.

 

[Patrick L]

When I leave for work in the morning, I put MeTV on for the dog, he catches the end of Dragnet before My Three Sons comes on. He prefers westerns, but none on at that hour.

 

[robertrwalsh]

I thought he carried a crossdraw on the belt holster. Of course the show was around long enough he went thru several iterations of approved holsters I expect.

 

[Ameshawki]

I thought he carried a crossdraw on the belt holster. Of course the show was around long enough he went thru several iterations of approved holsters I expect.

That's my memory as well. Lewis cross draw rig. I remember the original 1950's series (on cable reruns, I'm old but not THAT old) and don't recall a shoulder holster.

 

[dockmurgw]

I thought he carried a crossdraw on the belt holster. Of course the show was around long enough he went thru several iterations of approved holsters I expect.

Shown here, 2 episodes some years apart.

[ame]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UlRtX-9JlmY[/ame]

 

[Old cop]

Guess I'm not remembering Sgt. Friday correctly but it's an old shoulder holster, purchased sometime in the '70s for my back-up J Frame & off duty carry.

 

[shawn mccarver]

In the late 60s TV version of Dragnet, Joe Friday carried his 2-inch Model 10 cross draw in a Lewis belt holster. You can see it under his left hand in this photo.

 

[stansdds]

I do not recall Sgt. Joe Friday ever using a shoulder holster.

 

[max503]

I'd like to have one for when I ride my bicycle.

 

[Old cop]

I do not recall Sgt. Joe Friday ever using a shoulder holster.

You're right, I was talking more about how old the holster is. I'm getting so many messages about my goof I edited the title & text. Pls forgive an old man for this error.

 

[Piwo]

I think I get your drift. I remember being a rookie cop, being issued a S&W model 10. While in the academy I went out and purchased a model 49 Bodyguard and a Bianchi 9R holster. I wore it off-duty and as a backup. For some insane and crazy reason I thought I was well protected with that set up for years. I'm still here and so is the rig. When I wear it(rarely) it takes me right back to being a young strapping cop, ready to face anything. It was, as they say, the "hot setup" at the time. For me, it is a nice time machine that evokes pleasant thoughts and memories. I will never part with it. Hard for me to believe that myself and many others hit the streets with nothing more. For many years as well! Nowadays we cant leave the house without a plastic gun and 2 extra magazines. At least that's what we are often told to believe.

 

[310Pilot]

I often carry a J frame in my old Bianchi 9R "upside down" shoulder holster. A few years ago, after I closed my professional practice, I worked at a LGS where we open carried. I occasionally wore that rig, and often got the question "what keeps the gun from falling out." My answer was "magic." Usually got a confused look in response. A good shoulder holster is really handy in all respects.

 

[sigp220.45]

I wear this set up with a 2" Model 12 and its so light and comfy I don't even notice it.

 

[haywood]

When I leave for work in the morning, I put MeTV on for the dog, he catches the end of Dragnet before My Three Sons comes on. He prefers westerns, but none on at that hour.

Try Grit TV if you can. Lots of Westerns

 

[BB57]

Late fall and winter mean vests, either a leather western vest (goes with the jeans, boots and hat) or a fleece or insulated vest when it's cool or cold out, and that means I am much more likely to use a shoulder holster.

 

[USMCshooter]

Never even tried one on. They look cool though.