I carry a Ruger.................

[Bob Wright]

My sidearm f choice is a Ruger Blackhawk in .45 Colt. Here are my two favorite holsters for carrying:



Both holsters are from Mike "Doc" Barranti. On the left is his Ranger Model which I use for Sunday and dress up occasions. On the right is the No.1 Shuck which is for everyday carry. Both suit me just fine.

The gun on the left was an alloy framed Blackhawk that I had fitted with the Super Blackhawk grip frame for awhile before going back to the Blackhawk grip. The one on the right was a Blackhawk that I converted to a Bisley after reading all the hype about the Bisleys.

Bob Wright

 

[Mike J]

Very nice revolvers & holsters.

 

[sceva]

Mine is a Speed Six

 

[Bob Wright]

There is just something about those stag grips and grip adapter that says "Ninteen Thirtyish!" Brings up "The Untuchables" or similar episodes!

Bob Wright

 

[mafuta54]

P95DC for me.

 

[WendyZXZ]

I still carry this one at times:

 

[gramps]

Bob, did the Bisley grip live up to the hype?
gramps

 

[Jon406]

Many days this is the Ruger I carry.....

 

[Jeepnik]

As I’ve said before I’m fickle about what I carry. But for the last few weeks it has consistently been a .45 Colt Blackhawk.

I put all of the blame squarely on Bob. His images of good looking single actions and leather for same have caused me to emulate him.

I think my 1911’s are feeling unloved. I’ll have to make sure I take them to the range next time.

 

[Slyk Willy]

When I read the title, "I carry a Ruger", I was reminded... I use a Sneaky Pete for my LC9 while riding my motorcycle. A while back, a fellow rider asked me what the computer was that I was keeping with me so close. I told him it was a Ruger <<<<<<>>>>>>> blank look resulted.

 

[blume357]

Well dern,.... since open carry is sort of kind of sometimes legal here in S.C. as of yesterday.... I may have to look at my Ruger revolvers .... but none of them are as pretty as y'alls.

 

[vito]

I think of my lc9s as my everyday carry, but often lately I just throw my S&W 642, in a Desantis pocket holster, into my pocket when leaving the house. Only 5 rounds of 38 but it makes me feel secure. I wish we had open carry, just to have the option.

 

[FergusonTO35]

The only Ruger I CCW is my my LCP .22. I do carry Ruger long guns in the woods quite a bit though.

 

[wagsfn]

In the winter months I usually carry either a Ruger SP-101 357 magnum 2.25" or Speed Six 357 magnum 2.75". Both I carried with OWB holsters until recently I tried a IWB holster for the SP-101. Before I go any further, I realize IWB isn't for everyone.......... I purchased a MK-TEC IWB holster which rides low into my trousers so the weight (26oz) isn't so high the revolver want to hang/push forward which I've experienced with some IWB holsters. Retention fit is solid. So far I'm impressed with it.

https://mk-tekholsters.com/products/ruger-sp101-2-14-inch-revolver-iwb-holster

 

[Mobuck]

Sometimes I carry my SR22 when doing stuff that takes me away from my usual vehicle(s) or if I'm going to be in town. Not wise to do my normal thing of leaving a rifle laying in the pickup seat but putting it in the rack behind the seat makes it nearly impossible to access rapidly.
I gotta say that after a single day of carrying in my normal environment, the SR22 DOES NOT LOOK LIKE ANY OF THE PICTURED GUNS. Both gun and holster get bumped, scratched, and totally filthy. Now and then I blow the accumulated dust and grit off at the air compressor but that's it. Occasionally, I eject the chambered round and check for a clear bore.
It's a different world out here. I carry a Ruger because they don't seem to mind this treatment and keep on working.

 

[Hvymax]

My home made Miami Classic and my P11. I can wear it under a button up shirt. I'm going to make some mag pouches.

 

[Hvymax]

Besides my LCP that disappears into a pocket with a spare mag I just got an Max9 pro with a Crimson Trace. I can't believe how I can hit at distance with the dot. At 25yds 5 shots 2" in 6 seconds leaning on a post. 8" in 3 seconds offhand. The mocked up holsters are a pocket/IWB hybrid the other a shoulder/OWB hybrid for the Max 9 that will be done in carved leather. I'm torn between floral swirl or Oak leaves and acorns

 

[jimbo1096]

I have switched between the 1911, GP100 and SP101. Can't get really comfortable with anyone of them just yet. My expanding center section is causing pants sag and weight distribution is a problem. I am resisting braces----

 

[dobegrant.45]

SP101 9mm

 

[dobegrant.45]

Frequent companions, a .357 or a .44 spl

 

[dobegrant.45]

A very frequent carry gun,Colt 1911 .45 acp

 

[Hvymax]

Braces IS the answer.

My OWB carry is slightly different than most. I use braces (suspenders for those that don't know the lingo) to hold my pants up. Then, I carry my handgun, holstered but on a separate belt, just above my trousers. The suspended trousers prevent the holster belt from sliding down.

Works well for me. YMMV. DDTAHWPG. IANARD, BIPOOTV.

:cool:

Belt above your pants??? Try a belly band. That doesn't sound comfortable at all.

 

[Hvymax]

I have switched between the 1911, GP100 and SP101. Can't get really comfortable with anyone of them just yet. My expanding center section is causing pants sag and weight distribution is a problem. I am resisting braces----

Shoulder rig.

 

[Hvymax]

That's why I said, YMMV. Works well for me in spite of folks that say it can't work. :LOL:

Even if it works it sounds like it looks Extra Special.

 

[Jeepnik]

My favorite single action holster is one that was custom made by Levergun Leatherworks. I've shown a photo of it many times.

But the one I carry every day is also a custom made holster. I had a germ of an idea and a fellow named Tom Anderson made it into reality. It not only is extemely functional but it looks fantastic.

 

[txray357]

SP101 3 inch .38spl. It's the older one and shoots great. I have a newer SP .357 3 inch and I like the older one better. Better QC. I really would like to find an older GP100 3 inch or a fixed sight GP 4-inch half lug.

 

[dannyd]

Sp101 357 and Charter Arms 38 Special.

 

[Hvymax]

That's why I said, YMMV. Works well for me in spite of folks that say it can't work.

If it's good enough for Marshall Dillon...
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So wearing a pistol belt over your pants not above them. Still doesn't sound very discreet. This is the Concealed Carry Central page after all. I kinda picture this with a pistol belt around your belly.

 

[Bob Wright]

Bob, did the Bisley grip live up to the hype?
gramps

Not to me. It works for some folks, but was just the opposite for me. Whacked my knuckle with heavy loads, and was slower getting on target in rapid shooting. Ol' Sam's plow handle grip works best for me so long as the velocity stays around 1000 f.p.s.

Bob Wright

 

[BearBiologist]

As I've said before, my favorite woods walking outfit is a 45 Colt OM Blackhawk in an El Paso Tom Threeperson holster with a Randall Yukon Skinner with matching stag handles.