NRA Gun Gear of the Week: Holster Hack For New Leather

Published on June 23, 2017
Duration: 2:46

This guide provides a practical method for breaking in new leather gun holsters. It explains that leather holsters, unlike Kydex, require time and effort to conform to a firearm. The primary technique involves using a Ziploc bag to create a slightly larger pocket, facilitating a better fit without compromising retention. The video also emphasizes the importance of not using a new holster for self-defense until it's properly broken in and suggests incorporating dry-fire practice to accelerate the process.

Quick Summary

To quickly break in a new leather gun holster, place your firearm inside a Ziploc bag, then insert it into the holster and leave it overnight. This method helps the holster form a slightly larger pocket, ensuring a better fit and easier draw without compromising retention. For tighter holsters, a second Ziploc bag can be used.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Holster Hack
  2. 00:16Why New Holsters Don't Fit
  3. 00:43The Best Way to Fit a Leather Holster
  4. 01:01Safety Warning for New Holsters
  5. 01:17The Ziploc Bag Holster Hack
  6. 01:38How the Hack Works
  7. 01:59Troubleshooting Tight Draws
  8. 02:07Accelerating Break-in with Dry Fire
  9. 02:19Favorite Leather Holsters
  10. 02:32Conclusion and Further Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I quickly break in a new leather gun holster?

A simple hack is to place your firearm inside a Ziploc bag, then insert the bagged gun into the leather holster and leave it overnight. This helps the holster form a slightly larger pocket, making it easier to draw and reholster without damaging the leather or compromising retention.

Is it safe to use a new leather holster for self-defense immediately?

No, it is not recommended to use a brand new, unbroken-in leather holster for personal defense. The holster may be too tight, impeding your draw speed. It's crucial to break it in properly first to ensure a reliable and quick firearm presentation when needed.

What if the Ziploc bag trick doesn't fully break in my leather holster?

If the holster is still too tight after using one Ziploc bag, you can try adding a second Ziploc bag around the firearm. Leave it in the holster overnight again. This added layer of material will further help stretch the holster pocket for a better fit.

Besides the Ziploc bag method, how else can I break in a leather holster?

You can accelerate the break-in process by regularly practicing your draw and reholstering techniques with the firearm (unloaded, of course) while it's in the holster. Incorporating these movements into your dry-fire practice sessions will help the leather conform to the gun's shape over time.

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