I have 2 of their holsters and they have surprised me wirh their quality. I applied heavy boot oil to preserve gheir leather. On the other I rubbed Obenauff's boot oil (mink oil equivalent) rubbing into the stitching and burnished edges. Applied the leather protectant on both sides and sprayed silicone in the inside. Stuffed my 1911 in the holsters and let it sit overnight. Loosened uo a bit and fits my 1911 and Springfield SA35 just right.
I bought this same holster for my Taurus 605, but in the regular natural tan finish. Bought it because of all the open top, no thumb break holsters I found for the gun, this one carries the gun just a little higher on the belt for easier concealment.
My OWB 1791 Holster in Stealth Black for my 1911 Government Model should be delivered later today. I'm excited to get it and begin the break-in process. I'm retired so I have the time.
If I may, I have had issues with tight leather on my guns also. Mink oil on the tight spots, then into the sun with the holster for about an hour, then put your weapon into it & let it sit a while. Usually does the trick on the first try. Repeat if necessary
Using leather softeners will ruin the molding of the holster and also will reduce the retention. Stretching the leather is very easy and will loosen it up quite a bit.
Do you recall what model number of 1791 holster you purchased? I also have the Sig P365xl and thought this holster looks good. Also, I generally get a holster with a thumb break and was wondering if you have had any difficulty with the weapon slipping out. Thanks..
@@markfaris5428 It is the "BCH open top multi fit" that is tan in color. It's a very good holster and no problem on it falling out . It is not a hi-ride snug to your body type but is a good one for EDC and you can slide into different positions. No problems!!
Nice leather work. I like it. After you break it in, show us how it carries on your belt. It looks a little high to me, but it appears the belt slots are angled and that might make up the height difference.
Just ordered the black XDS Thumb Break Holster for my Glock 19. Can't wait to get it next week. As a die hard Patriot, I love the name of the company too. By the way, those bags are perforated for tearing. Nice knife though. lol
It should fit the gun perfect right form the start. I would spend a little more money and get a custom holster that was made to fit your exact model firearm rather than a run of the mill holster. A custom ordered holster might be more money up front, but it will last longer than you will and fir perfect.
With all due respect, that is not entirely true. DeSantis do not have to be broken in. And they are better than good leather holsters. Im not knocking other leather holsters. In fact Ive considered many, including the one presented here(P226 holsters arent easy to find these days). Ive just had the best luck with DeSantis. My preference is the thumb break scabbard variety(I prefer the added retention on top of friction). I have one for almost all of my handguns. I also like the Safariland ALS concealement holsters(6378/7378). But theres just something about the feel and "creak" of leather! Thank you for the video.
@@BoomStickTactical I guess it depends how you define broken in. yesterday I finished a holster for my new CZ75 tactical and I wet molded it to the gun. There is no break in necessary it fits absolutely perfect.
Maybe I'm wrong but that holster looks like it was made for the non-railed version of the P226, or at least the regular type of rail, not the 1913 rail of the MK25. You might be able to stretch it out but I'd swear its not the right size for that MK25.
@@BoomStickTactical thanks for responding. I normally conceal carry with an IWb but I’m gonna take a look at the ones you showed probably for my 229 Legion
Hello. Great review but I couldn't help noticing that the hoster trigger guard area clearly does not match the shape of your p226. I have one for my p320. I have no idea how long it will take to break it in. Gota love 1791 Gunleather. I'm pissed I didn't get a keychain.
I’ve got two of their holster and neither came with a keychain :-(. Last one I mail ordered, it came in a burlap bag, which I thought was a cool twist.
I have 2 of their holsters and they have surprised me wirh their quality. I applied heavy boot oil to preserve gheir leather. On the other I rubbed Obenauff's boot oil (mink oil equivalent) rubbing into the stitching and burnished edges. Applied the leather protectant on both sides and sprayed silicone in the inside. Stuffed my 1911 in the holsters and let it sit overnight. Loosened uo a bit and fits my 1911 and Springfield SA35 just right.
Don't put too much oil on them or they will get too soft
Great review! I recently bought one for my 1911 and it is the best holster I’ve ever had.
I've got a few of them. They're my favorite leather holsters
Thanks, John!
I reached out to 1791 after my satisfied purchase and they sent me 2 keychains the shape of my state and some stickers. Great product and company.
That is awesome!
I bought this same holster for my Taurus 605, but in the regular natural tan finish. Bought it because of all the open top, no thumb break holsters I found for the gun, this one carries the gun just a little higher on the belt for easier concealment.
I just got a couple more of them. Great holsters
My OWB 1791 Holster in Stealth Black for my 1911 Government Model should be delivered later today. I'm excited to get it and begin the break-in process. I'm retired so I have the time.
I'm planning to order a couple more of them myself
Best holster I've bought 👍🏻
Yes, They're great
If I may, I have had issues with tight leather on my guns also. Mink oil on the tight spots, then into the sun with the holster for about an hour, then put your weapon into it & let it sit a while. Usually does the trick on the first try. Repeat if necessary
Using leather softeners will ruin the molding of the holster and also will reduce the retention. Stretching the leather is very easy and will loosen it up quite a bit.
I only used plastic bags and then waxed paper wrapped around the tool. It took a few sessions for mine to break in.
I recently got a holster from 1791 for my Sig 365XL and everything was PERFECT dealing with them as well as the fit👍
They're great holsters
Do you recall what model number of 1791 holster you purchased? I also have the Sig P365xl and thought this holster looks good. Also, I generally get a holster with a thumb break and was wondering if you have had any difficulty with the weapon slipping out. Thanks..
@@markfaris5428 It is the "BCH open top multi fit" that is tan in color. It's a very good holster and no problem on it falling out . It is not a hi-ride snug to your body type but is a good one for EDC and you can slide into different positions. No problems!!
Thx Bob..
I boght one for my Ruger SR 1911 and LOVE IT well made great amazing craftsmanship and great amazing retention. I also boght the 2 mag holster as well
Very good holsters
My salesman suggested 1791 holster for my Sig P365. I will be ordering one soon.
They seem to be a good holster. Check the link in the description for the current price
Have 2 , 1911 & optic cut for PDP...great holsters , nice review
Thanks
I bought two in 2019. One for a SA 1911 and one for a Glock 30/21. I also didn't get a key chain but didn't expect one either.
They're great holsters.
Nice leather work. I like it. After you break it in, show us how it carries on your belt. It looks a little high to me, but it appears the belt slots are angled and that might make up the height difference.
Just did an update video
The more you use it the better it gets
Yep
I remember her,lol
Ordered one yesterday for my Springfield 1911.
They're great. I have a few of them.
Just ordered the black XDS Thumb Break Holster for my Glock 19. Can't wait to get it next week. As a die hard Patriot, I love the name of the company too. By the way, those bags are perforated for tearing. Nice knife though. lol
I'm a fan of their holsters myself.
Thanks for the review
Thanks for watching
Man you're not kidding that thing is stiff can't wait to see it broken in and it is a really nice holster
Check out the update video
U like it nice and stiff?
Nice gun and holster but that Mk25 was out of battery the whole time in the holster. That was a tight fit.
It takes time to break one of these in.
It should fit the gun perfect right form the start. I would spend a little more money and get a custom holster that was made to fit your exact model firearm rather than a run of the mill holster. A custom ordered holster might be more money up front, but it will last longer than you will and fir perfect.
All good leather holsters have to be broken in.
With all due respect, that is not entirely true. DeSantis do not have to be broken in. And they are better than good leather holsters. Im not knocking other leather holsters. In fact Ive considered many, including the one presented here(P226 holsters arent easy to find these days). Ive just had the best luck with DeSantis. My preference is the thumb break scabbard variety(I prefer the added retention on top of friction). I have one for almost all of my handguns. I also like the Safariland ALS concealement holsters(6378/7378). But theres just something about the feel and "creak" of leather! Thank you for the video.
@@BoomStickTactical I guess it depends how you define broken in. yesterday I finished a holster for my new CZ75 tactical and I wet molded it to the gun. There is no break in necessary it fits absolutely perfect.
I didn’t get a key chain and I should have ordered mine with that color! I love it
I have a few of them in that color
Maybe I'm wrong but that holster looks like it was made for the non-railed version of the P226, or at least the regular type of rail, not the 1913 rail of the MK25. You might be able to stretch it out but I'd swear its not the right size for that MK25.
It is specifically for the railed version. It fits like a glove now. The non railed version is noticeably different
@@BoomStickTactical Good to hear. Yeah some holsters are tight when you get them and have to break it in.
This holster hides very well on my hip!! No bulges or anything 😀😀
I'm a fan of them
Amazon packages are perforated so you totally whipped out the knife to show off lmao
Don't tell all my secrets. 😉😎
I was going to send mine back but it is such a good piece of leather I kept it
They're great
that’s a good looking holster! I noticed you did this video two years ago. Can you tell me how the holster faired for you?
It's been great and I have several more if them for other guns.
@@BoomStickTactical thanks for responding. I normally conceal carry with an IWb but I’m gonna take a look at the ones you showed probably for my 229 Legion
Just got one for my m&p 2.0 9mm. It's sitting now with plastic bag wrapped around barrel and trigger. Hoping it stretches out soon.
It will certainly help. It will become better the more you use it.
Awesome review. I bought one for my XD but I had to get a refund because of poor customer service. I wish they would of had one on Amazon.
You should be able to find them on Amazon. That is where I got mine from. Check out the link to my Amazon page in the description of the video.
Is the trigger guard not completely covered a problem?
It's covered
Hello. Great review but I couldn't help noticing that the hoster trigger guard area clearly does not match the shape of your p226. I have one for my p320. I have no idea how long it will take to break it in. Gota love 1791 Gunleather. I'm pissed I didn't get a keychain.
Or maybe it does!
It matches fine
I ordered a 4way for a glock 48 in signature Brown
They make a great holster
I had taken me forever to break this holster in !
Stretching them helps
Mine as well, it will eventually get there.
I’ve got two of their holster and neither came with a keychain :-(. Last one I mail ordered, it came in a burlap bag, which I thought was a cool twist.
Cool
Months later it fits my g19 just fine
Takes a bit of break in
Love sigs 229 is my go to need a 226 tho
They're great
That is the vintage option?
Yes this is the vintage finish. You can see a few different finishes here. amzn.to/49VRtFc
Thanks for posting. I need a south paw model
You can select that option. Links in the video description
What brown is that classic or ?
Antique I believe. Check the link in the description
Is the leather vegetable tan cowhide or Salt or Chrome leather??
Not sure. It's a great holster and very thick
I use wax paper to break mine in
That works
Yes
Never got the key chain!!
I was surprised by it
I have 2 one is great one is horrible
I've got several and haven't had any issues