Speed Holsters

Azuki · October 28th, 2008, 18:44

Hey all,

I was looking up some stuff regarding race guns and holster, and saw that there are a few different designs for speed holsters. If you're not sure what I'm talking about, here's a few pics of speed holsters:

What I want to know is how these actually retain the gun safely, and how one draws a gun when using these holsters. Also does anyone in the ASC community sell these? And if so what price ranges should I expect?

m102404 · October 28th, 2008, 19:03

Buddy. Keep an eye out for "CAPS" in the Ontario games/events section. There's a practice next Tuesday. It's at TTAC3

Type 1 is a Ghost holster, Type 2 is a CRSpeed

I have a CRSpeed. Shooting Chef and Illusion run the Ghost holsters.

They both lock the trigger guard of pistol and capture it. The trigger is completely covered and the pistol is immobilized. A simple draw (grasp handle, pull slightly up and/or forward) and the pistol is free. Little to no resistance and it can be adjusted for "tightness". Both of them have locks...so accidental releases can't happen.

Illusion and Shooting Chef are hooked up with a guy to get the real ones. The real versions, and the belts and the mag holders, are superb. Can't say for the clone one...but you usually get what you pay for.

Best of luck,

Tys

ILLusion · October 28th, 2008, 19:27

They lock on the trigger & frame. Different manufacturers use different methods. If you're looking for something like this, I can get this for you in Toronto.

The guns are drawn straight up, just like a tactical holster. When the locking mechanism is disengaged, there is almost zero friction for an ultra fast draw. Meanwhile, when the locking mechanism is engaged, the pistol is secured to the holster in a manner that even tactical holsters can not compete with. These are requirements placed as regulation on gear by practical shooting organizations. SAFETY IS PARAMOUNT!

Expect price ranges of $160 to $190 for these types of holsters. This is for the gun alone. The belts range around $60 (includes an inner and outer belt). And the magazine holsters, depending on the brand you go with can range anywhere from $33 each to $40 each.

I personally have both the Ghost holster as well as the CR Speed Versa holster.

The CR Speed one is great if you have many different types of pistol frames (ie P226, Browning, Para, 1911, STI/SVI, Glock, etc) and plan on shooting all those different types through your lifespan in the sport.

However, if you use say... an STI/SVI setup but compete in both open division as well as limited division, the CR Speed can get a bit annoying as you'll have to adjust the muzzle rest each time you set up for a new gun. (Limited division pistols tend to be longer due to the compensators).
This scenario is where the Ghost holsters win, as it holds just the trigger guard and the muzzle length is not an issue. You can go from a 3.9" to a full 6" beast with 3" compensator on it if you like and it will all fit.

The downside of the Ghost holster is that it is frame-specific. IE, if you have a Ghost holster set up for a Glock, you can't expect to be able to fit your STI/SVI frame in there.

(fyi, Tokyo Marui Hi-Capa trigger guard is based on STI/SVI.)

Azuki · October 28th, 2008, 21:23

Wow, thanks for the info guys. Pretty much all I wanted to know right there.

I'll have to see what my finances are like after I get a pistol in. I was hoping that the entire set up might be 150ish at most :P. At least now I know who to go to when I want to pick em up.

Definately have to check out CAPS meets some time :O.

Shirley · October 28th, 2008, 21:33

Well if you're looking for around $150, than go to Huang.
He is selling the IPSC holster for $70, and it includes 1 magazine holster.
Also, additional magazine holsters are $18.
That's the cheapest I can find. Also, with the rest of the money, you can buy the belt.

ILLusion · October 29th, 2008, 11:58

Azuki,

Huang's holster is a replica of the CR Speed WSMII holster (the one you previously had listed as "Type 2" before the AAPS-Federation.org server locked out hot-linking.)

This is the message I'm getting from their server:

ILLusion · October 29th, 2008, 11:58

Azuki,

I've edited your original post to take out those image links to stop the error from appearing.

Link:
http://aaps-federation.org/Forum/hol..._type2_500.jpg

m102404 · October 29th, 2008, 12:04

the pic was gone for #2...Here's a reference pic for the CRSpeed holster

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October 28th, 2008, 18:44	#1
Azuki Trader rating Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Toronto	Speed Holsters Hey all, I was looking up some stuff regarding race guns and holster, and saw that there are a few different designs for speed holsters. If you're not sure what I'm talking about, here's a few pics of speed holsters: What I want to know is how these actually retain the gun safely, and how one draws a gun when using these holsters. Also does anyone in the ASC community sell these? And if so what price ranges should I expect? Last edited by ILLusion; October 29th, 2008 at 11:59..

October 28th, 2008, 21:33	#5
Shirley A-56 aka Mr.Hitman Trader rating Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Toronto, ON	Well if you're looking for around $150, than go to Huang. He is selling the IPSC holster for $70, and it includes 1 magazine holster. Also, additional magazine holsters are $18. That's the cheapest I can find. Also, with the rest of the money, you can buy the belt. __________________ CANADIAN AIRSOFT PRACTICAL SHOOTING (CAPS) CAPS DIRECTOR # 0047

October 29th, 2008, 12:04	#8
m102404 Tys Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Toronto	CRSpeed the pic was gone for #2...Here's a reference pic for the CRSpeed holster

October 28th, 2008, 19:03	#2
m102404 Tys Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Toronto	Buddy. Keep an eye out for "CAPS" in the Ontario games/events section. There's a practice next Tuesday. It's at TTAC3 Type 1 is a Ghost holster, Type 2 is a CRSpeed I have a CRSpeed. Shooting Chef and Illusion run the Ghost holsters. They both lock the trigger guard of pistol and capture it. The trigger is completely covered and the pistol is immobilized. A simple draw (grasp handle, pull slightly up and/or forward) and the pistol is free. Little to no resistance and it can be adjusted for "tightness". Both of them have locks...so accidental releases can't happen. Illusion and Shooting Chef are hooked up with a guy to get the real ones. The real versions, and the belts and the mag holders, are superb. Can't say for the clone one...but you usually get what you pay for. Best of luck, Tys

October 28th, 2008, 19:27	#3
ILLusion GBB Whisperer Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Toronto	They lock on the trigger & frame. Different manufacturers use different methods. If you're looking for something like this, I can get this for you in Toronto. The guns are drawn straight up, just like a tactical holster. When the locking mechanism is disengaged, there is almost zero friction for an ultra fast draw. Meanwhile, when the locking mechanism is engaged, the pistol is secured to the holster in a manner that even tactical holsters can not compete with. These are requirements placed as regulation on gear by practical shooting organizations. SAFETY IS PARAMOUNT! Expect price ranges of $160 to $190 for these types of holsters. This is for the gun alone. The belts range around $60 (includes an inner and outer belt). And the magazine holsters, depending on the brand you go with can range anywhere from $33 each to $40 each. I personally have both the Ghost holster as well as the CR Speed Versa holster. The CR Speed one is great if you have many different types of pistol frames (ie P226, Browning, Para, 1911, STI/SVI, Glock, etc) and plan on shooting all those different types through your lifespan in the sport. However, if you use say... an STI/SVI setup but compete in both open division as well as limited division, the CR Speed can get a bit annoying as you'll have to adjust the muzzle rest each time you set up for a new gun. (Limited division pistols tend to be longer due to the compensators). This scenario is where the Ghost holsters win, as it holds just the trigger guard and the muzzle length is not an issue. You can go from a 3.9" to a full 6" beast with 3" compensator on it if you like and it will all fit. The downside of the Ghost holster is that it is frame-specific. IE, if you have a Ghost holster set up for a Glock, you can't expect to be able to fit your STI/SVI frame in there. (fyi, Tokyo Marui Hi-Capa trigger guard is based on STI/SVI.)

October 28th, 2008, 21:23	#4
Azuki Trader rating Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Toronto	Wow, thanks for the info guys. Pretty much all I wanted to know right there. I'll have to see what my finances are like after I get a pistol in. I was hoping that the entire set up might be 150ish at most :P. At least now I know who to go to when I want to pick em up. Definately have to check out CAPS meets some time :O.

October 29th, 2008, 11:58	#7
ILLusion GBB Whisperer Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Toronto	Azuki, I've edited your original post to take out those image links to stop the error from appearing. Link: http://aaps-federation.org/Forum/hol..._type2_500.jpg

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