Show 'em if you got 'em - Heiser Leather Products

[boykinlp]

This section is slowing a little bit, so I thought I would jump start it with some "Big 3" pictures. Post any Heiser Leather Holsters, Belts, Sheaths, Ammo Slides, Gun Rugs, etc. You know we all like pictures!

I will start it with one of my favorites. It is a Heiser Model 2710 holster. It has the nickel spots, triple H rivets, and is made for a Colt SAA with a 4 3/4" barrel.
Larry

 

[Baxter6551]

I only have one. It's kind of scuffed up, but my 1947 Colt appreciates it. Came out of a used holster bin. Think it was $5.

 

[turnerriver]

A model 710 and matching belt with my 6 1/2" model 27.

Regards,

 

[THE PILGRIM]

I also have one.
It's not that pretty!

 

[Papa Lee]

H.H. Heiser

A floral tooled Heiser for a Colt SAA with a Brill-like cuff.

 

[Iggy]

My only Heiser product I got when I graduated from high school in 1961.
My grandfather told my Dad to take me to the Heiser plant in Denver so I could order a custom saddle.

We did as we were told and a week later returned to pick it up.
I still remember looking at all the leather goods in the display cases and the smell of the leather there.

If only I had known then what I know now.

Oh yeah, I still have the saddle.

 

[LPD256]

Here are a couple I've acquired from two holster collectors. First is a Heiser 459 quick draw made for Evaluators for a 2 inch J-frame that came from crazyphil. Next is a Heiser 4 inch K frame #457. It is shown with a 1954 M&P. Both the holster and gun were acquired from my friend kansasgunner. The grips came from bigmtnman.

 

[boykinlp]

I only have one. It's kind of scuffed up, but my 1947 Colt appreciates it. Came out of a used holster bin. Think it was $5.

That is a great holster, and $5 really well spent! Your holster is lined and looks brand new. The brown enamel on the snap isn't worn at all.

A model 710 and matching belt with my 6 1/2" model 27.

Regards,

As usual, John, you post a real winner. I don't think I have seen it before. Having the matching bell is extremely cool too. In my years of collecting, I have never come across a Heiser belt. The rig looks like it just came out of the box. My question......have you worn it around the house yet?
Larry

 

[bruce5781]

Here are some I have on my phone

Regards,
Bruce

 

[Baxter6551]

boykinlp - it had some green on the rivets which I cleaned off but the rivet under trigger guard and the leather around it a little chewed up.
Bruce7581- I love that basketweave flap holster!

 

[Kansasgunner]

My two favorite Heisers. 5" N frame and 2" J frame.

 

[Papa Lee]

Perhaps one of the more iconic Heisers, the 407 shown with a 1909 Colt New Service.

 

[Onomea]

With my 1938 Woodsman Sport, an acquisition courtesy of Turnerriver:





And an early Heiser with my 1931 Woodsman Target:

 

[Wyo]

I actually have these photos on another thread, but the holster is one of my favorite Heisers. So here ya are. Belt by Lawrence, 5" .44 Special by Keith44Spl and stocks by Keith Brown.

 

[wheelgun610]

Here's one I have a pic handy of. This might be my most recently acquired Heiser, but I've had it for 3 or 4 years. It's a 757 that appears to be for either an 8-3/8" K frame, or I believe a 7-1/2" SAA would also be a good fit. That's a 6" K-22 in it here, and all I have in single actions is a 4-5/8" New Vaquero, but it also fits well with plenty of room for a longer barrel.

Mark

 

[boykinlp]

My two favorite Heisers. 5" N frame and 2" J frame.

Tim, I think I have told you before, every time you show that 2" J frame holster, if causes uncontrollable drooling from me. I absolutely love it!

Here are some I have on my phone

Regards,
Bruce

Bruce, is that a shotgun shell box holder?

Perhaps one of the more iconic Heisers, the 407 shown with a 1909 Colt New Service.

Lee, don't they call that holster a "Bullshead" holster or something like that?

With my 1938 Woodsman Sport, an acquisition courtesy of Turnerriver:

Onomea, that is a beautiful holster! John is nicer than me. You would have had to pry that one from me.

I actually have these photos on another thread, but the holster is one of my favorite Heisers. So here ya are. Belt by Lawrence, 5" .44 Special by Keith44Spl and stocks by Keith Brown.

Wyo, I remember seeing those pictures, and you should show them anytime. I can see why it is a favorite Heiser. It is a great rig, and a couple of fantastic pictures.

Here's one I have a pic handy of. This might be my most recently acquired Heiser, but I've had it for 3 or 4 years. It's a 757 that appears to be for either an 8-3/8" K frame, or I believe a 7-1/2" SAA would also be a good fit. That's a 6" K-22 in it here, and all I have in single actions is a 4-5/8" New Vaquero, but it also fits well with plenty of room for a longer barrel.
Mark

Mark, I don't know if I have seen that one before. It is made for a "long tom" gun for sure. Sounds like to me a good excuse to buy a long barreled revolver.
Larry

 

[Papa Lee]

"Lee, don't they call that holster a "Bullshead" holster or something like that?"
Larry, You are correct.

 

[bruce5781]

Larry,
Yes, it is a shot shell box. I have a couple of the stuck away.

 

[turnerriver]

This was my father in law's nightstand gun. The holster is a Heiser made White & Davis " Always Reliable" brand holster.

Regards,

 

[rednichols]

"Lee, don't they call that holster a "Bullshead" holster or something like that?"
Larry, You are correct.

Today's collectors may call them that, but Heiser did not. This is 1923 from catalog No. 20:



It is from Heiser catalogs that we get the closest nomenclature we can for many 'old west' holsters such as the Mexican Loop; because that's what Heiser called it. But Heiser was not a gunleather maker until the early 20th century so who knows what the cowboys really called them then.

 

[boykinlp]

Here is another older Heiser holster of mine. It is a Heiser Model 175 Flap Holster. It also has the triple "H" rivets and the older bar and oval maker trademark. The holster is made for a medium framed revolver with fixed sights. It was probably made around 1915-1920. I like the floral carving very much.
Larry

 

[MAB93]

Onomea, that 1938 Woodsman & holster is marvelous. Beautiful combination of handgun & holster.

I've posted my contribution previously but I think it's worth another airing.

A few years ago I decided I really needed a registered magnum and was lucky enough to win REG 5388 at auction.

When I finally took delivery of it here in Melbourne I showed it to a close friend who suggested he had a holster that I needed more than he did. He was right.

 

[Papa Lee]

Today's collectors may call them that, but Heiser did not. This is 1923 from catalog No. 20:

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It is from Heiser catalogs that we get the closest nomenclature we can for many 'old west' holsters such as the Mexican Loop; because that's what Heiser called it. But Heiser was not a gunleather maker until the early 20th century so who knows what the cowboys really called them then.

I believe Larry was referring to the stamped image on the round loop.
From my Heiser catalog:
"No. 407 - Smooth finish with bull head...............$3.00."

 

[Onomea]

MAB93, thats a wonderful combination. To me, that the Heiser is marked Abercrombie & Fitch, the legendary sporting goods store, makes it even more special.

 

[turnerriver]

Apologies for the lousy photo-this is a Heiser shotgun shell bag. It holds 150 shells which should make for a very full day of shooting and a very sore shoulder.

Regards,

 

[boykinlp]

Apologies for the lousy photo-this is a Heiser shotgun shell bag. It holds 150 shells which should make for a very full day of shooting and a very sore shoulder.

Regards,

Holy mackerel John, are you sure that is not a saddlebag, because if it were mine, it would definitely take a horse to carry it while holding 6 boxes of 12 gauge shot shells! I was going to say that it would be awesome if it were floral carved, but since it is a shoulder carry item, it might look like a pocketbook. I have seen the shotgun shell box, like above, before. Never seen a shotgun shell bag by Heiser. I have one that you wear on your belt, and dump a box of shells into it, to make for easier loading on the dove field. It is made by a modern company though.
Larry

 

[Walstib]

Well, my only Heiser isn't pretty, but it came into my family before I did. My dad bought a Registered Magnum on Guam in 1946 and the holster came with the gun. When I was young and on our farm, we would periodically take a drive into town, and this combo always was stowed under the driver's seat. My dad, a 30-year Navy lifer, would look at me and say "Stand by to repel boarders!" and smile.

 

[boykinlp]

I think holsters for small guns can be really cool, just because it seems kinda odd to carry guns this small on your hip. A flap holster for a gun this small is crazy isn't it?

Heiser Model 436 Holster for a Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket .25 automatic.

Larry

 

[bruce5781]

Here is an ugly little Heiser IWB that I have grown to love. I wear a back brace and an IWB Holter is out of the question for me, so I pocket carry this with a 2" M&P. I can either stuff it all the way in my pocket for complete concealment or pull it up and hang the flap over the outside of my pocket.

Regards,
Bruce

 

[boykinlp]

Here is an ugly little Heiser IWB that I have grown to love. I wear a back brace and an IWB Holter is out of the question for me, so I pocket carry this with a 2" M&P. I can either stuff it all the way in my pocket for complete concealment or pull it up and hang the flap over the outside of my pocket.

Regards,
Bruce

Bruce, I don't think I've ever seen one like that even in a catalog. I think it's cool that it is rawhide wrapped. I need to look harder next time I have one out.
Larry