Owb Holster reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 178 Reddit reviews across 31 subreddits and 63 posts to rank the best Owb Holster brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/1911, r/Glocks, r/HecklerKoch, r/Revolvers, r/SmithAndWesson. Top-rated brands include Safariland (4.4/5), T-Rex Arms (4.8/5), Galco (4.9/5).
Stats
Reviews178
Subreddits31
Posts63
Brands74
Products44
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#1
Safariland
4.4
(28)
"No complaints."
"Safariland is the gold standard"
"Safariland or Alien gears large light level 2/3"
"If you want a duty type holster I like safariland."
"Safariland should be your only choice. Either the ALS or GLS are great."
"Work perfectly."
"Safarland has multiple options, both with and without a light."
"I would recommend safariland or daraholsters."
"Safariland Solis."
"Safariland Solis if you’re running a dot."
#2
T-Rex Arms
4.8
(9)
"I use the same Ragnarok holster for both my Gen5 G17 and G47 since the firearm overall dimensions are the same size."
"I use a trex arms ragnarok made for the staccato P with a x300 and it works great."
"I use a T-Rex obw holster for my vp9sk and very happy with it."
"The Trex arms Ragnarok is great."
"I second T-Rex arms."
"I like my T Rex"
"T-Rex Arms."
"If you want OWB for CCW, look at T-Rex Arms."
#3
Galco
4.9
(8)
"The DeSantis Speed Scabbard, Galco Combat Master and Don Hume H721 are all miles better than anything from Simply Rugged, especially for something you want to regularly carry."
"I've had a Galco Combat Master for over 10 years and really like it."
"Zero complaints."
"If you're not worried about concealment, go with a classic pancake. A good example is the Galco Combat Master."
"The Galco “Fletch” is an excellent option."
"Ditto on the Galco. Had mine for 2+ years now and love it."
"I'm a big fan of the Galco Combat Master (and yes, I have one). Also check out 1791 Gunleather."
"Makes nice owb leather holsters."
#4
Tier 1
4.7
(7)
"TIER 1!!! Without a doubt."
"I love my Tier 1 holster. Check them out."
"Tier 1."
"Tier 1 Mora"
"It seems like it's the only quality option with active retention."
#5
Alien Gear
4.2
(6)
"Alien gear holsters are very nice."
"I personally use alien gear."
"Alien Gear."
"Check out aliengear. They've got a line of duty holsters that are very customizable."
"Alien Gear"
"Aliengear( for no light) and Safariland ( for light bearing). Both have models with a locking lever."
#6
Red Hill Tactical
4.6
(5)
"I know that Red Hill Tactical makes them and the quality of the other holster I have from them is great."
"They can make any combo you desire."
"I also have really liked my Red Hill Tactical."
"Red Hill Tactical has the option for a gas pedal"
"Check Red Hill Tactical."
#7
1791 Gunleather
4.2
(5)
"My 1791 covers the trigger. It’s an excellent holster and reminds me of the Galco I used to put my Beretta in. Beautiful leather too."
"I use the 1791 gunleather pancake owb"
"1791 is nice nice because they're not overpriced, look, and feel nice, and you get it in about a week or two."
"The 1791 is currently my first choice. I’m just not 100% sure because the trigger is not completely covered."
"I'm using 1791 OWB leather holster. Been using it for ~ 8 months. Can't say it's the best but it's worked great so far."
#8
Vedder Holsters
4.8
(4)
"No doubt Vedder holsters, Ive tried all the big names out there and nothing compares."
"I have Vedders Holsters for my VP9 and HK45."
"Vedder Holsters. Best in my opinion."
"Here is a list straight from the website of holster makers."
#9
Milt Sparks
4.5
(4)
"Milt Sparks 55BN is the answer unless you have a light in which case go Safariland"
"Milt Sparks 55BN"
"Milt Sparks"
"Milt spark is a good all around holster maker."
#10
Blackpoint Tactical
4.3
(4)
"I got a Thor holster from Black Trident for my VP9 recently, it's top-notch quality."
"Blackpoint Tactical."
"Blackpoint tactical."
"Blackpoint tactical"
#11
Upper Hand
4.7
(3)
"Nobody beats upper hand for owb 100%"
"Upper hand owb hands down."
"I ordered one from Upper Hand Holsters. It should arrive next week."
#12
Dara
4.7
(3)
"It's a great holster to look at as well."
"I have a Dara duty holster for my P-10F with tlr-1 and 509t, it's solid."
"I’ve had a Dara on my range belt for close to 3 years without issues."
#13
Blackhawk
4.7
(3)
"Keep the light on and consider the Blackhawk Omnivore. I’m real happy with it."
"Blackhawk. The $20 double mag pouch has never failed."
"I use the Blackhawk omnivore and it works pretty good for range use"
#14
Tenicor
4.3
(3)
"Tenicor"
"I have kydex holsters from Tenicor, Tier 1, and Trex and they are all good."
"I’ve got a couple IWB Tenicor holsters and they’re great."
#15
DeSantis
4.3
(3)
"The DeSantis Speed Scabbard, Galco Combat Master and Don Hume H721 are all miles better than anything from Simply Rugged, especially for something you want to regularly carry."
"Check out Desantis gun leather and Galco."
"I enjoy the DeSantis Speed Scabbard. Nice and close to one's body."
#16
Simply Rugged
3.0
(4)
"Simply Rugged. You won’t be disappointed."
"Plenty of good leather makers. Simply Rugged, Baranti, El Paso Saddlery, Galco, Desantis, Kramer, Andrews, Vintage American Gun leather etc."
"Simply Rugged"
"Iwb. no. simply rugged"
#17
Comp-Tac
4.0
(3)
"Fits my tac 5" and it's QLS ready."
"Comptac, bladetech"
"Comptac is great for the money. Also comes with drop and offset."
#18
Falco Holsters
4.0
(3)
"I have a C631LB inbound from Falco Holsters; a leather thumb break OWB holster that accommodates my Tisas 1911 Night Stalker SF 10 with TLR-9 Flex weapon light and Holosun HE-507K-GR-X2 ACSS optic..."
"I trust and recommend Falco Holsters. They’ve got many many options and styles."
#19
C&G
5.0
(2)
"I have both & love both."
#20
Upperhand
4.5
(2)
"Equally fantastic company"
"Upper hand holsters"
#21
QVO Tactical
4.5
(2)
"Highly recommend Qvo tactical."
"Got a good holster from QVO Tactical."
#22
Red Earth
4.5
(2)
"I like my red earth a lot."
"With that being said it’s a great holster."
#23
Vedder
4.5
(2)
"Vedder has some great holsters."
"Vedder"
#24
El Paso Saddlery
4.5
(2)
"El Paso saddlery. You can probably find one already made somewhere for a govt size."
"Depends on what features you want. I’m partial to el Paso saddlery. I’d recommend a thumb break for retention."
#25
Tucker Gun Leather
4.5
(2)
"Here you go, best of both worlds, boltaron shell wrapped in leather."
"Best of both worlds, boltaron shell wrapped in leather."
#26
Tier 1 Concealed
4.5
(2)
"This will do."
"Tier 1 concealed msp owb."
#27
Versacarry
4.5
(2)
"Versacarry is my go to, really well made and good grip on your carry."
"Versacarry."
#28
ANR Designs
4.5
(2)
"Is the way."
"Typically go with anr designs or slimfit holsters."
#29
Craft Holsters
4.5
(2)
"Craft holsters has everything you need for condition 1 1911. Check them out. Al knows his stuff"
"Craft holsters are nice"
#30
PHLster
4.5
(2)
"The phlster floodlight is kinda the gold standard."
"PHLster Floodlight 2 is the lowest profile and most comfortable universal X300 holster I’ve tried."
#31
Black Point Tactical
4.0
(2)
"Black Point Tactical has made 2 for me."
"Here is a list straight from the website of holster makers."
#32
Savior Equipment
4.0
(2)
"Savior for the range bag."
"Savior Equipment is the answer."
#33
Dara Holsters
4.0
(2)
"Dara holsters."
"I have an OWB holster with quick clip and it’s pretty dope."
#34
High Noon
4.0
(2)
"I've had a High Noon Slide Guard for my P2000sk for well over 10 years."
"High Noon - slide guard model. It’s not “cheap” but it is quality."
#35
Insane Kydex Creations
4.0
(2)
"I work for insanekydexcreations.com and we have everything you need!"
"I've had great work with them."
#36
3i Holsters
5.0
(1)
"They can perform miracles."
#37
AXG Legion
5.0
(1)
"I have one for my AXG Legion and it is fantastic."
#38
Davis Tactical
5.0
(1)
"Love it."
#39
TacPro
5.0
(1)
"Picked up my TacPro holster from Red Hill Tactical."
#40
Upper Hand Holsters
5.0
(1)
"Use mine most of the winter."
#41
Blacklist Concealment
5.0
(1)
"Great guys, pretty top notch quality for the price, and lifetime warranty."
#42
Odin Holsters
5.0
(1)
"Odin Holsters made a 5” PDP OWB holster from the start, and I’ve never really seen a reason to try something else."
#43
Don Hume
5.0
(1)
"The DeSantis Speed Scabbard, Galco Combat Master and Don Hume H721 are all miles better than anything from Simply Rugged, especially for something you want to regularly carry."
#44
RoundEdgear
5.0
(1)
"Great quality, adjustable retention/cant, and made in the USA."
#45
Tulster
5.0
(1)
"I really like my owb Tulster Contour. It has great snap in retention on the trigger guard."
#46
Wright Leatherworks
5.0
(1)
"Their holsters are extremely well made, very durable, a perfect fit right out of the box, and made to order."
#47
Legacy Holster
5.0
(1)
"I use a Legacy Holster with my CZ P-01, I like it"
#48
MFTactical
5.0
(1)
"Check them out.
www.mftacticalholsters.com"
#49
Tucker Gunleather
5.0
(1)
"Tucker Gunleather is the premier 1911 leather holster worn by men who wear them for a living."
#50
CYA Supply Co
5.0
(1)
"Check out [CYA Supply Co](https://www.cyasupply.com?bg_ref=PtwikJTSiO)"
#51
Custom Kydex
5.0
(1)
"The best holster I’ve ever had."
#52
SME
5.0
(1)
"I love the 5 shot leather SME. If you carry appendix, there is no better holster imo."
#53
Kramer
4.0
(1)
"For an IWB rig, you'll need bigger pants. Along with a Galco Summer Comfort, Barranti IWB or the Thomas Perfectionist from Kramer Leathe"
#54
Priority 1
4.0
(1)
"Works well but I want to try a safari land like Raging Bul showed."
#55
Wright Leather
4.0
(1)
"Many custom leather holster makers can accommodate a light."
#56
Mitch Rosen
4.0
(1)
"I carry mine in a Mitch Rosen 5JR."
#57
Kobra Kydex
4.0
(1)
"Here is a list straight from the website of holster makers."
#58
Last Line of Defense
4.0
(1)
"Here is a list straight from the website of holster makers."
#59
Patriot Holsters
4.0
(1)
"Here is a list straight from the website of holster makers."
#60
Werkz Holsters
4.0
(1)
"Here is a list straight from the website of holster makers."
#61
Tuxton Tactical
4.0
(1)
"Here is a list straight from the website of holster makers."
#62
Desbiens
4.0
(1)
"If Desbiens is still in business, then Desbiens. They’re basically Sparks without the attitude."
#63
RoundEdgeGear
4.0
(1)
"I’ve heard good things about their active retention features, and they seem to be pretty comfortable for all-day wear."
#64
Diamond D Leather
4.0
(1)
"Check out Diamond D Leather nice low ride hip model"
#65
Southern Trapper
4.0
(1)
"Southern Trapper, has other hide's besides leather."
#66
Ronin Leather
4.0
(1)
"Ronin Leather"
#67
Bradec
4.0
(1)
"Bradec makes a good OWB holster."
#68
Legacy Firearms
4.0
(1)
"I’d look into Legacy firearms. They provide lots of options for OWB and mounting solutions."
#69
1791 Leather
4.0
(1)
"1791 Leather, MTR Custom Leather, or Tucker Gun Leather should all have options for you."
#70
Lobo Gunleather
4.0
(1)
"Lobo Gunleather."
#71
Ghostman Designs
4.0
(1)
"Check out ghostman designs."
#72
RDR Gear
4.0
(1)
"Check RDR Gear."
#73
T1C
4.0
(1)
"Highly recommend not OWB carrying, marks you as a target unnecessarily."
#74
Baranti
3.0
(1)
"Plenty of good leather makers. Simply Rugged, Baranti, El Paso Saddlery, Galco, Desantis, Kramer, Andrews, Vintage American Gun leather etc."
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