New to the forum, sorry if this is an old question; Fifteen years ago I temporarily went insane and sold my M 57, 8 3/8 Having three kids heading off to college may have had something to do with it. Last year I retired and now intend to spend more time in the woods pursuing deer. I want to branch out and start using a handgun. I first thought, and still do, that a .357 would do the job and intended to use my M 19, but then I started missing the 57. I took a chance and called the friend I sold it to. Unbelievably he not only agreed to sell it back to me but at the same money! What a guy. Now it is home and looks every bit as good as the day it left. Now I am trying to figure out how to carry it afield. I still intend to carry a slung rifle so it will have to be worn cross draw or chest/shoulder. It has an Uncle Mike's sidekick that I have been using at the range and wearing around the house cross draw. The thing is just too long to imagine it not getting banged around climbing trees, sitting on the ground etc. I think I am going to have to go chest carry. Which finally brings me to my question. Which holster do you prefer for this type carry? I have been looking online and so far think I like the El Paso Tanker, the Galco Kodiak, and the Mernickel SH7. Black Hills makes one, BH1 that looks good too. None of them are cheap not even Desantis nylon Mamba. Which ones do you have and what features should I look for? Thanks for your help.
Which hunting shoulder rig for n frame 8 3/8?
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I have an El Paso Saddlery Tanker for 6 inch K frame which I also use with my model 67, cannot say enough good things about it. Comfortable to wear, out of the way with a rifle and stays put with belt strap. All my El Paso holsters are lined, which is extra with the Tanker, but well worth it to me. I currently have a Tanker on order for my 1911's. I think you would be very happy with the quality of El Paso's products.
I've hunted for over 35 years with 8 3/8" 29's and 57's. They require different carry methods for all day comfort and accessability. A spring closing Safariland or Bianchi X-15 type is the only answer, IMHO.
The very "best-bang-for-the-buck" holster in that category is the A.E. Nelson Leather Co. "Untouchable" model at the address below. That holster is absolutely unbeatable for its price. I have a new Nelson for my 500 and I can say their products are first class.... I had to special order it as they don't list a 500 and the same would apply to an 8 3/8" gun. They made mine for no additional charge....
Main website: A. E. Nelson Leather Co.
"Untouchable" page A. E. Nelson Leather Co.
When you check out their price you'll see why I buy from Nelson's now. I have no business or financial interest in them other than I'm a happy customer....
They're worth checking out.....
The very "best-bang-for-the-buck" holster in that category is the A.E. Nelson Leather Co. "Untouchable" model at the address below. That holster is absolutely unbeatable for its price. I have a new Nelson for my 500 and I can say their products are first class.... I had to special order it as they don't list a 500 and the same would apply to an 8 3/8" gun. They made mine for no additional charge....
Main website: A. E. Nelson Leather Co.
"Untouchable" page A. E. Nelson Leather Co.
When you check out their price you'll see why I buy from Nelson's now. I have no business or financial interest in them other than I'm a happy customer....
They're worth checking out.....
Check out "Simply Rugged". Simply Rugged Holsters
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Not a shoulder holster ...
but you may want to consider a John Taffin inspired rig from Rusty Sherrick
but you may want to consider a John Taffin inspired rig from Rusty Sherrick
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