Which holster for a G34 for IPSC?

[pbauw]

Do the holser regulations vary by divisions? I've had good luck with the Comp-Tac stuff, I'm thinking about their belt holster. Anything else I should be looking at?

[BerKim]

IPSC (International) or USPSA (US)?

USPSA - There are more restrictions for Production - they most common place for a G34. But most of the Kydex type holsters are fine. BladeTechs DOH are very popular. Uncle Mike's are too.

[desmo]

+1 on the blade-tech doh, i have had mine for about a year and would not trae it. plus if you want to use it for carry or idpa all you hav to do is switch attachments, and you have a paddle type.

[jobob]

I don't think Uncle Mikes makes a holster for the 34/35. And they don't work well with tall front sights (like my Dawsons). My Blade Tech holster is poorly made. It's like the plastic was too hot when they removed it from the mold and the sides sort of collapsed in a small area on each side of the holster. So this area rubs on the slide and leaves scratches in the finish. I suppose I should send it back, but my Side Armor modular holster works so well, I really don't need to change.

[pbauw]

Originally posted by jobob
I don't think Uncle Mikes makes a holster for the 34/35. And they don't work well with tall front sights (like my Dawsons). My Blade Tech holster is poorly made. It's like the plastic was too hot when they removed it from the mold and the sides sort of collapsed in a small area on each side of the holster. So this area rubs on the slide and leaves scratches in the finish. I suppose I should send it back, but my Side Armor modular holster works so well, I really don't need to change.

I would never buy any Uncle Mike's junk anyway.

[Turak]

a Blade Tech - Competition Special.

http://www.blade-tech.com/Competition-Special-pr-1025.html

Comes with an IDPA & USPSA/IPSC approved SRB (Sting Ray Belt) holster and both a DO (drop offset) mount for USPSA/IPSC and a regular SRB loop mount for IDPA. Also a double mag pouch, although I ordered a 2nd so I can have up to 4 mags on me. Will only work for my G34 though, the end of the holster is semi closed so the G24 can't fit/stick through.

Havn't tried it yet, but seems like it will work pretty good.

For Open - I decided to go with a CRSpeed Holster for a Glock with a Carver mount (although I don't have the mount nor the C-More sight yet). It is adjustable and will work for both my G34 and my G24, although the G24 will be the Open gun.

[Young-Kiwi]

For IPSC there is no approved/not approved holster listing.
IDPA is restrictive one when it comes to holsters.

An IPSC holster must;
Be worn of the Belt (with few exceptions)
Point the muzzle of the firearm within 1 metre of the competitors feet.
Prevent use of the Trigger
Keep the Heel of the Butt above the top of the belt.
Be considered 'safe' by the Range Master.

After that, go for your life.

(BTW, I use CR Speed for all divisions)

[Turak]

all the leagues and their various requirements.

GSSF is easy...they don't draw from the holster so it does not matter.

IDPA...BIG time restrictive. 7 pages of rules regarding the holster.

The USPSA/IPSC league seems to be the most confusing regarding the holsters. Some things I read say that for 'Production' you are limited to "non-race type" holsters. Which I have also had some other shooters indicate the same. Some of the rules actually seem to contradict each other slightly, for example...

This rule - no restictions

5.2.6 IPSC Handgun matches will not require the use of a particular type or brand of holster. However, the Range
Master may deem that a competitor’s holster is unsafe and order that it be improved to his satisfaction, failing
which it must be withdrawn from the match.

Then these rules....a bunch of restrictions...

5.2.7 Competitors must not be permitted to commence a course of fire wearing:
5.2.7.1 A shoulder holster or "tie-down" rig (visible or otherwise), except as specified in Rule 5.2.8,
5.2.7.2 A holster with the heel of the butt of the handgun below the top of the belt, except as specified in
Rule 5.2.8,
5.2.7.3 A holster with the muzzle of the handgun pointing further than 1 meter (3.28 feet) from the
competitor's feet while standing relaxed,
5.2.7.4 A holster which does not completely prevent access to, or activation of, the trigger of the handgun
while holstered.

Are you sure that you can use a CD Speed holster for Production?

It is the Front Sight 2006 edition that indicates, "For 'Production' you are limited to "non-race type" holsters"

Appreciate any help/information that clarifies things :)

[Young-Kiwi]

Originally posted by Turak
all the leagues and their various requirements.

Are you sure that you can use a CD Speed holster for Production?

Appreciate any help/information that clarifies things :)

Ok slight confusion, here's the difference,
For IPSC yes, you can use CR Speed holsters in Production.
For USPSA no, you cannot use CR Speed holsters in Production.
USPSA very close to IPSC but is not the same sport.

Depends which rule set you are competing under.

The Rules may be a little confusing, because they are stated in the negative, rather than in the positive. In most of IPSC the general approach is to allow something unless it is specifcally ruled against.
(The Production pistol list is the exception)

If I were to re-interpret the rules...

5.2.6 If the Range Master thinks your gear is unsafe, then you can be stopped from shooting on his/her range.
5.2.7.1 No Shoulder holsters, No Thigh holsters, or holsters tied down to thigh.
5.2.7.2 No holsters that hang from the belt but the pistol hangs lower than the belt.
5.2.7.3 Gun must point more or less down when in holster.
5.2.7.4 Trigger must be covered when gun is in holster.

[mc_oliver]

If you're shooting in the US you'd most likely be using the USPSA rules--no race-type holsters, like CR Speed.

But if you're outside the US, it's going to be run under IPSC rules-- race-type holsters permitted as long as it prevents access to the trigger when the gun is holstered.

[ezterra]

If you are familiar with the Comp-Tac and like it, get one for you G34. It's a great holster. I use Comp-Tacs for IDPA and USPSA production. I always recommend the Comp-Tac because they are excellent holsters, the customer service is excellent, and you typically get it within a few days of placing the order.

[Glocknoid]

I like Sidearmor holsters.

BTW, G34 is fine for production in USPSA. But, the barrel is too long to be legal for international IPSC (Apendix D4 of January 2004 rule book limits to 5" (127mm)).