What's Hot at SHOT 2024: 1791 Gun Leather Universal Holster

Scott Jinsky of Modern Samurai Project reviews the Tier 1 OWB Universal Pro Model holster. This holster is designed to accommodate a wide range of firearms, particularly those equipped with common weapon lights such as the SUREFIRE X300, Modlite PL350, and Streamlight TLR-1. Key features include adjustable retention via grommets and screws, minimal firearm wiggle, and compatibility with the QLS mounting system for quick detach functionality.

This guide details the use and compatibility of the Grey Matter Concepts Rigby Holster, a universal design accommodating various pistol platforms, especially those equipped with weapon lights like the Surefire X300 or Streamlight TLR-1. It emphasizes practicing safe draws and understanding the holster's retention mechanism. The video features Shortshot Tony, a firearms influencer, demonstrating its application with firearms such as the Glock 17 Gen 5 and Springfield Echelon.

This guide, informed by an expert firearms instructor, compares the Phlster Floodlight and Blackhawk Omnivore universal light-bearing holsters. It details their compatibility, retention methods, and suitability for different applications, emphasizing that while universal holsters can be convenient for range use or testing, custom Kydex holsters offer superior security for serious carry. The guide highlights the importance of trigger guard coverage and retention levels in holster selection.

The Tulster Ark is a new inside-the-waistband holster designed to accommodate firearms with mounted lights, specifically the TLR-7. It features thicker 0.093" Kydex for increased durability, a hand-buffed finish, an undercut trigger guard for magazine release access and a full grip, and a dual clip setup with their Flex-Mod system for improved comfort and stability. While offering robust features, the reviewer found it to be significantly thicker than other Tulster IWB holsters, potentially requiring a larger pant size for comfortable carry.

This video showcases the remarkable versatility of the Tier 1 MSP holster, demonstrating its ability to securely fit four different handguns: Springfield Prodigy, Sig P320 M17, Springfield Echelon, and Glock 19 Gen 4. The key to this universal compatibility lies in the holster's retention mechanism, which is designed around the Surefire X300 weapon light rather than the firearm's frame.

This video from Gunmag Warehouse highlights the PHLster Floodlight, a universal holster designed for inside-the-waistband (IWB) and outside-the-waistband (OWB) carry. The holster is praised for its comfort and ability to securely fit a wide range of service-grade handguns by molding around mounted lights. Specific compatibility with Surefire X300 and Streamlight TLR-1 lights is mentioned, indicating the holster's focus on firearms equipped with tactical illuminators. The availability of these models at Gunmag Warehouse is also promoted.

This video provides an expert-level overview of a heavily customized AR-15, nicknamed the 'Zombie Destroyer', built for a thematic zombie apocalypse scenario. The build features an extensive accessory loadout including multiple optics, lasers, and flashlights, along with a high magazine capacity. The demonstration includes rapid fire, engagement of Tannerite targets, and unique shooting techniques, showcasing the rifle's capabilities and the instructor's proficiency.

This video details an extreme AR-15 meltdown test, pushing a custom build to its limits. Expert instructor Eric demonstrates the process, highlighting component durability and failure points under sustained fire. The test concludes with a catastrophic barrel failure after 830 rounds, providing valuable insights into the platform's resilience.

This guide details the process of conducting an extreme durability test on an AK-47 variant, specifically the Definitive Arms VEPR, as demonstrated by Iraqveteran8888. The test involves sustained full-auto fire to induce critical heat failure, followed by inspection of components like the barrel and gas block. The expert assessment highlights the rifle's resilience, lasting 895 rounds before failure, and compares its performance to other platforms.

This guide details a 700-round rapid-fire stress test on a Yugo M92 PAP AK-47 variant, demonstrating the platform's legendary durability under extreme heat. Performed by Eric from Iraqveteran8888, the test highlights safe handling of overheated firearms and concludes with a tribute to Mikhail Kalashnikov's engineering legacy. The firearm successfully completed the test despite significant heat buildup.