Are you trying to find 1911 holsters among various brands on the market but aren’t sure where to begin? To assist you in finding the right one, we’ve put together a list of the 7 best to help you pick the perfect one!
We investigated and evaluated a number of the top-selling 1911 holsters on the market in order to create our list of the best. Making a decision among the many options available is never simple. There are an infinite number of models available, each with a distinct price. And as you’ll find out, the best options aren’t usually the ones you imagine! This comparison is rich and relevant because of the numerous factors that were employed. You will find products featured in this ranking not only based on their pricing but also on their features and other customers reviews. To write this review, we completed 29 hours of research and did 37 1911 holsters tests. You won’t need to pick products at random any more. If you’re unsure of what to look for, browse our list and consult the buying guide!
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The best 1911 holsters you can buy today
- Compatible & Incompatible: Compatible with colt 1911 .45 5" without rail, girsan 1911 mc, variants 1911, taurus 1911, browning mark 3, airsoft 1911 replicas, etc.; Incompatible with sig 1911 with picatinny rail or 1911 with full rail. The bottom of the holster is open to support the longer barrel sticking out.
- High Safety: Level II Retention. It will automatically lock on the trigger when you put the weapon in, and makes a "click" sound to let you know that it is securely locked. Pull the weapon out quickly by pressing the button with your index finger.
- Excellent Design: Made of military polymer material, easy to clean and maintain, so light to carry. Simple structure in the internal design. The protruding button makes it easier to touch and its skidproof stripe helps you recognize it through your sense of touch.
- Paddle Attachment: 360 degrees tooth gear for omnidirectional rotation, feel free to wear on Web Belts within 2 inches and Duty Belts. Smooth backs are easier to slide into your belt, the back screws make it easier to remove and install accessories.
- Widely Used: Daily concealed carry under your coat, and extreme temperature tolerance. Suitable for different places like military, courser, shooting coach, law enforcement agencies or personal protection use. Great for civilians and off duty officers.
- For Most 1911 Style Fit 5'' 4.25'' 4'' Barrel, Not Fit Light Attachment
- 【Outside The Waistband】The reinforced top can remain open for easy re-holstering
- 【STURDY Stainless Steel CLIP】The metal clip durable and has lasted well for OWB, fits belts up to 1.5 inches wide.
- 【Genuine Top-grain leather】 this why we can provide a Lifetime Warranty! Because it is real leather, it will be more comfortable than plastic and nylon holster.
- COMFORT & QUALITY: Upgrade your carry to the 1911 leather gun holster. Made with 100% American Steerhide Leather that is reinforced and double stitched providing a comfortable, durable, lightweight & safe leather gun holster you can carry all day
- CONCEALMENT & CONVENIENCE: 1791's 1911 holster is designed for concealment and convenience. Our easy to conceal OWB leather belt holster has a quick draw design making it the perfect belt holster for your everyday carry.
- PROTECTION & CRAFTSMANSHIP: 1791 Gunleather's 1911 Belt Holster is hand crafted to protect both you and your firearm at all times. The hand molded exterior provides for superior retention, maximum reliability and durability
- CUSTOM FIT: This 1911 leather pistol holster is custom made for an exact fit. It fits both 4 and 5 inch barrels as well as belts up to 1 & 3/4 inches and the holster dimensions are Height = 8 inches // Length = 6.25 inches. IMPORTANT: NOT FOR USE with 1911 that have Rails or Commander Size
- LIFETIME WARRANTY: All 1791 products are backed by our lifetime warranty. We produce the finest leather gun holsters used by law enforcement, sportsmen, veterans and patriots around the world. We guarantee 100% satisfaction and offer no-hassle returns.
- 【Please Noted Before Purchase】 Our this kydex holster are Perfectly Fit: Colt 1911 .45 ACP 5'' No Rail, Including Colt / Elite Force / Kimber / Springfield / RIA / S&W / Ruger / Taurus / Rock Island and more 1911 Pistol. It can also compatible with 4.5'' or 4.25'' barrel, if you can accept holster are longer than the short barrel(you can also cut some off and polish edge). And it can't fit with any optic/Laser
- 【Colt 1911 Holster, US Kydex Made&Design】 US Kydex made both comfortable and durable. Inside waistband concealed carry holster, preserve your No Rail 1911 .45 ACP handgun in perfect condition. (Note: Doesn't fit with any Rail/Optic/laser/light)
- 【1.5’’ Belt Fit Perfect】 1911 iwb holster belt clip is suitable for 1.5’’ belt, with hook in buttom, it stick firmly in your belt when drawing and holding
- 【Full Cover Trigger, No Scratch, No Jitter】 The holsters for Colt 1911 full covering all access to the trigger, which can avoid all possible accidents. All edges are polished and smooth designed be exceptional consistency and accuracy. Smooth inside instructure can avoid scratching your love handgun
- 【Posi-Click Audible Retention Lock System, Fits Like A Glove】 The IWB holster 1911 possess Posi-Click Audible Retention Lock system, you would hear a "click" sound when your pistol is firmly seated
- 【Adjustable Cant & Adjustable Retention Pressure】 The Carry Angle (Cant) can adjust from -5° to 20°, use phillips screwdriver to customize the CANT to meet your need, super easy for Appendix Carry, Hip Carry (3/9 O'Clock), Back Carry (6 O'Clock). Retension tightness is also adjustable, use Phillips Screwdriver to reach your ideal retention pressure
- 【Lifetime Warranty】 We offer a lifetime warranty, if for any reason you are unsatisfied, please feel free to contact our 24/7 Customer Services, we stand behind the quality of our work!
- Soft and Natural Material: This 1911 holster owb design is made of Genuine Cowhide Leather，allows to wear directly against skin
- Durable stitching: Double-stitched on key points of use such as the opening and Belt Loops，can remain for many years
- 3 Slot Pancake Design: Three Belt Loops leather holster allows two ways of carry,3 or 4 o'clock.2 inch belt loop.You can wear it strong side with a straight drop or you can wear it butt-forward for a quick cross-draw
- Fits 1911 style Handguns with Any Barrel Length!: Airsoft 1911, S & W 1911, Colt 1911, Remington 1911, Ruger 1911, Taurus 1911, Sig Sauer 1911,Springfield R O 1911 A1,Ruger Mark 4 target and More
- Kosibate Service: Experience hassle-free ownership with an 12-month coverage period for the 1911 holster
- CUSTOM-MADE FOR 1911 --- This IWB Holster is custom-made to fit most 1911 models with 5’’ and 4’’ barrels.
- BUILT-IN RETENION ADJUSTMENT --- There is a built-in adjustable arm to increase/decrease pressure to the 1911, enabling retention setting to fit different 1911 models and to optimize performance.
- FIT 1.5’’ BELT --- The carry angle can be adjusted about 30 degrees and the belt clip fits 1.5’’ wide belt.
- AUDIBLE LOCKING FEEDBACK --- This holster gives a crisp clicking sound feedback to let you know your 1911 is securely sat in the holster.
- TRIGGER GUARD COVER, NO RISK of PRESSING MAG RELEASE --- Our precise Aluminum molds designed by our CAD engineers ensure exceptional consistency and accuracy of holsters, covering all access to the trigger, and uncovering mag release saving the trouble and danger of pressing it accidentally by pressure from holster.
- FULL LENGTH SWEAT GUARD --- The holster covers the slide to all the way back and protect your pistol from body sweat.
- LIFETIME WARRANTY --- No questions asked return policy and Lifetime Warranty. If for any reason you are unsatisfied, please feel free to contact our 24/7 Customer Services, we stand behind the quality of our work!
- ADJUSTABLE RETENTION: This 1911 Gun Holster has a retention setting phillips screw for your desired retention. So whether you like full retention or more on the lighter side, rest assured that you will have the ability to choose what works best for you.
- UNLIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY ✔30 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: Bravo Concealment offers high quality and durable products. This means that as long as you own your holster, you will be covered. If your holster ever breaks down for whatever reason, simply contact us. If we can't fix it we'll replace it. We stand by our products for a lifetime. That's a guarantee you can stand by.
- Fobus, E2 Paddle Holster, Fits 1911 Style With Rails, Right Hand, Kydex, Black
- Lightweight 2oz. holster
- Low profile design for concealability
- Passive retention allowing rapid presentation
- Rubberized paddle backing for extra stability and comfort
- Reinforced rivet attachment
- Fobus Evolution Holster 1911 style with rails Kimber TLE, RL & Springfield
- Lightweight 2oz., Low Profile Paddle Holster Right Handed. Rubberized paddle
- One piece holster body construction
- Steel reinforced rivet attachment system
- Protective sight channel
- Universal IWB OWB right and left hand : Ambidextrous design holds your handgun close against your body and can be rotated for left or right hand draw. Left or right to fit your carry preference.Fast access your pistol in a hurry - get a full grip.
- Fits most 1911 style handguns with any battel lenght! AMT Backup | Auto Ordinance 1911s | Browning 1911s | Colt 1911s | Dan Wesson 1911s | Kimber 1911s | Remington 1911s | Rock Island 1911s | S & W 1911s | Sig Sauer C3 | Sig Sauer TacOps | Springfield EMP | Springfield Operator | Wilson Combat X-Tac, Tactical Carry | Plus many more!
- Heavy - duty nylon Holster Features: Premium, durable, soft & breathable neoprene inner material that is sure to conceal your choice of handgun. Our strong buckle hammer strap will tightly lock down and prevent your weapon from bouncing out!
- Designed for optimum performance and maxiun comfort! Sturdy, dependable, and form-fitted for easy, effective concealment and quick, reliable access.
- Package included: 1 x holster, 2 x magazine. Good concealment: Inside The pants holster is comfortable enough to built for every day concealed carry; It is easy to hide with little to no printing no matter how you dressed.
- CUSTOM FIT: The BHX-1CL Cocked & Locked is compatible with the 1911 5 inch (45 ACP, 9mm & 10mm) - 1911 with Rail (45 ACP, 9mm & 10mm) - Browning HP 9mm - Rock Island 1911 5" Rock Series (45 & 10mm) - Ruger SR1911 (45, 9mm & 10mm) - Remington R1 (45 & 10mm)
- CONCEALMENT & CONVENIENCE: 1791's 1911 leather holster is designed for concealment and convenience. Safely carry your 1911 in the cocked and locked position. Our easy to conceal OWB leather belt holster has a quick draw design making it the perfect belt holster for your everyday carry.
- PROTECTION & CRAFTSMANSHIP: 1791 Gunleather's 1911 Belt Holster is hand crafted to protect both you and your firearm at all times. The hand molded exterior provides for superior retention, maximum reliability and durability
- CUSTOM FIT: This 1911 leather pistol holster is custom made for an exact fit. It fits both 4 and 5 inch barrels as well as belts up to 1 & 3/4 inches.
- LIFETIME WARRANTY: All 1791 products are backed by our lifetime warranty. We produce the finest leather gun holsters used by law enforcement, sportsmen, veterans and patriots around the world. We guarantee 100% satisfaction and offer no-hassle returns.
- 【100% Full Grain Leather】Handmade by Craftsmen for 100% Full Grain Leather! We offer a Lifetime Warranty on every of our holster because deep down we know what we made is outstanding & built to last!
- 【Opening Reinforced By FULL GRAIN LEATHER & Minor Adjustment On Retention】The whole body of this leather holster is made of FULL GRAIN LEATHER. Furthermore, we stitch two layers of FULL GRAIN LEATHER to make sure that the opening will keep its shape and won’t collapse when the pistol is removed. Furthermore we upgrade the adjustability of the holster by adding a hex screw at the bottom to give minor retention adjustment on this leather holster.
- 【Skin Contact MICROFIBER LEATHER Soft&Comfortable】To make our holster even more comfortable, we Upgrade and Stitch a comfort layer of MICROFIBER LEATHER at the back of the holster, known for comfortable, anti-odor, washable easy to clean, breathability, aging resistance and more!
- 【Crafted Tight Clean Stitching & Beeswax Burnish Edges】 Flawless stitching & Full grain leather mean this holster is exquisite, well-crafted and built to last! All edges are burnished with beeswax, which makes the edge smooth, clean and strong.
- Fit Gun Models: This 1911 leather holster fits 4" and 5" Barrels 1911 Pistols - Colt 1911, 1911 government model, Variants 1911, Kimber 1911, S&W 1911, Taurus PT1911, Remington 1911, Sig Sauer 1911, Girsan 1911 MC, GSG 1911, Springfield 1911, Springfield Garrison, Rock Island 1911, RIA 1911FS, etc.
- OWB Paddle Carry & Adjustable Cant: This outside waistband holster also comes with 60° adjustable belt paddle that allow you to quickly attach or remove your OWB holster from your belt in width up to 2" and adjust your carry angle. This leather gun holster is a dedicated outside waistband carry holster. Whether you run appendix side, strong side or cross-draw, the holster towards your body and keeping the grip of the gun closer to your side.
- Retention Strap: This OWB leather gun holster with added retention strap provides incredible security that keep the gun securely in place and snug at all times.
- Carry Comfortable: Our leather holsters are made of genuine cowhide leather, and sewn using Industrial-Grade bonded nylon thread with ideal stitching(five-stitches-per-inch).
- Durable & Easy to Use: This OWB holster also features a reinforced top so they remain open for easy re-holstering, great trigger guard coverage while holstered. All of leather holsters are field tested to give you proven safety and assure that the holsters will hold up your gun in any situation and is comfortable enough for all day use yet durable enough to give you many years of service.
- ★ MAXIMUM COMPATIBILITY; Custom Molded to Fit Any 1911 Pistol Snuggly Regardless of Brand. Common Guns That Fit Are: SIG SAUER TACOPS, Colt Delta Elite, Remington R1, Ruger SR1911 Taurus PT-1911, Desert Eagle 1911, Browning Hi-Power and Many More. We offer you an unusual holster for your gun, a holster designed for your gun, compatible and protecting your gun.
- 【Precision Molding Open Carry Holster】 Tailor-made for 1911 Colt-Elite Force -Kimber-Springfield-RIA-S&W-Ruger-Taurus-Rock Island and most 1911 full size 5'' no rail Handguns. Our Injection Molding System makes sure that every of our holster is not only precise and perfect fit, but also durable and sturdy.
- 【Level II Retention System】Level II Retention with Index Finger Release System, that means your weapon will stay in the holster without any chance of falling out unless you press the release button to make your smooth draw. Perfect for law enforcement and personal use.
- 【360-Degree Adjustable Paddle】 This paddle will fit 1.5, 1.75, 2.0 wide belts and it is 360-degree adjustable for all carrying positions.
- 【‘POSI-CLICK’ Locking Feedback】This holster provide locking feedback with a crisp clicking sound when weapon is securely sat in the holster and it won’t come out unless YOU want it to by pressing the release button.
- 【24/7 Customer Service】All of our products come with excellent customer service. If you are not 100% satisfied, we provide a proper solution to you no question asked.
- 【Compatible with Most 5'' 1911】These OWB holster is tailor-made and compatible with 5'' 1911 Colt/ Elite Force/ Kimber/ Springfield/ RIA/ S&W/ Taurus/ Ruger and more. Outside waistband polymer holsters for open carry your handgun. Please note these holsters are not fit for attachment like laser/light accessories.
- 【LEVEL II RETENTION WITH AN AUDIBLE CLICK】Provide secure retention with Index Finger Release. A handful of grip makes your drawing and pulling quick and smooth without any scratch on slide.
- 【360 DEGREES ADJUSTABLE PADDLE】Paddle is 360 degrees adjustable, allowing you to angle the holster perfectly for appendix (AIWB), strong side, behind the hip or cross draw. All the edges are polished and smooth to make you feel comfortable when it’s again the skin.
- 【TRIGGER GUARD COVER, NO RISK of PRESSING MAG RELEASE】Our precise Aluminum molds designed by our CAD engineers ensure exceptional consistency and accuracy of holsters, covering all access to the trigger, and uncovering mag release saving the trouble and danger of pressing it accidentally by pressure from holster.
- 【LIFETIME WARRANTY】No questions asked return policy and Lifetime Warranty. If for any reason you are unsatisfied, please feel free to contact our 24/7 Customer Services, we stand behind the quality of our work!
- DESANTIS GUN HOLSTER - The Desantis Cozy Partner is a right hand IWB holster made by hand in the USA. It is made to fit standard 1911 models 4-5"" from COLT, S&W, SIG SAUER, Ruger, Kimber, Springfield
- RIGHT HAND IWB HOLSTER - Our Cozy Partner Holster is designed for quick right-hand drawing and reholstering of the firearm and can easily accommodate a 1 3/4"" wide belt
- QUALITY LEATHER & LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN - This DeSantis Holster for 1911 pistols is made of premium unlined leather and features precise molding for handgun retention
- ADJUSTABLE TENSION SCREW FOR ADDED SECURITY - Our gun holster features an adjustable tension device that keeps your gun securely in place and allows for easy adjustment of the holster with its retention screw
- FAMILY-OWNED, AMERICAN-MADE - DeSantis is a family-run company revolutionizing the concealed carry industry for over 50 years. Trusted by Law Enforcement & the Military, we only manufacture in the USA
- 【Genuine Top-grain leather】 this why we can provide a Lifetime Warranty! Because it is real leather, it will be more comfortable than plastic and nylon holster.
- 【STURDY Stainless Steel CLIP】The metal clip durable and has lasted well, fit belt width up to 1.5"
- 【Inside The Waistband】The soft leather keeps the gun from rubbing against the skin.
- 【Fit Gun Models】--- This OWB Paddle Holster fits Government Model Colt 1911 5" barrel(Non-Rail Style),Kimber 1911 5'', S&W 1911 5'', Taurus PT1911 5'', Remington 1911 R1 5'', Browning Mark III 5'', Sig 1911 5'', Ruger SR1911 5'', Girsan 1911 MC 5'', Springfield Armory 1911 5'',Springfield 1911 Range Officer Full Size, GSG 1911 5'',Rock Island Armory 1911,Elite Force 1911,girsan 1911 mc,variants 1911,airsoft 1911 replicas, ,Remington 1911 R1 etc. (Note: Doesn't fit, 1911 Airsoft 5" barrel).
- 【Quickly Release Button】--- This Variants 1911 5" Pistol Holster allows you to put your index (trigger) finger at a perfect position that enables a smooth, fast draw it from this paddle holster.
- 【Auto Lock System】--- This Outside Waist Band holster has an integrated auto-locking mechanism that will automatically lock and hold your pistol securely when you put it back in your gun holster.
- 【Long Lasting】--- The OWB Holster is made of excellent Polymer Material that is not only waterproof, sweat - resistant but lightweight, durable and non-abrasive to firearm's finish. And the holster is with silica gel that can contact with the body directly.
- 【Adjustable Carrying Angle】 --- This Outside Waistband 1911 Gun Holster is 360 degrees adjustable with the Allen Key (included). Simply rotating the Paddle to get your desired carry angle.
- CONCEAL CARRY IWB HOLSTER - DeSantis Slim-Tuk is an ambidextrous IWB holster made to fit the standard 1911 models 4-5"" from COLT, S&W, SIG SAUER, Ruger, Kimber, Springfield & Others With OR W/out Rail
- DISCREET & AMBIDEXTROUS - We made our IWB holster for concealed carry with a sleek design so that it's virtually unnoticeable. Plus, it's ambidextrous, so it works with either the left or right hand
- ADJUSTABLE CLIP - The Desantis Slim Tuk is designed with a tuck-able 360 C-Clip, which adjusts to allow the wearer unlimited mounting options while ensuring the firearm stays securely in place
- AUDIBLE CLICK WHEN HOLSTERED - As an enhanced safety measure, our holster makes an audible clicking sound when the gun is properly holstered
- FAMILY-OWNED, AMERICAN-MADE - DeSantis is a family-run company revolutionizing the concealed carry industry for over 50 years. Trusted by Law Enforcement & the Military, we only manufacture in the USA
How to choose a good 1911 holsters
Does the idea of finding a fantastic 1911 holsters make you anxious? When it comes to purchasing this product, specifically when deciding which model to select, has your head been spinning between options? You are not alone if that is the case. We are aware of the pressure involved in the purchasing process!
Your presence here indicates that you are interested in 1911 holsters. Before choosing which product would be the best for your needs after being inundated with information, locate a reliable source with genuine selections. You can get that information from a variety of sources, including buying guides and rating websites, word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, online discussion forums where users can share their own experiences, product reviews that can be found all over the internet, and YouTube channels. You can only get the right product through exhaustive analysis. But you realize that’s not always simple. In order to ease your concerns, we have taken the time to develop a list of the top 1911 holsters products available right now. You might be wondering how we came up with the list. How was this buying guide developed?
First, we used our algorithms to gather as much reliable data as we could about these products. To verify all the data gathered, we used both artificial intelligence and a lot of algorithms.
Then, our experts used criteria that are recognized in the business to evaluate them according to their quality to price ratio, allowing us to choose the top 1911 holsters on the market right now!
The selection of the goods is not arbitrary. Before creating a list, we take into account a number of factors. Below are some of the criteria discussed:
Brand Value: What happens if you choose a dubious brand just because it appears to be a good deal? So the likelihood of receiving a product with a short shelf life increases. That is due to the fact that well-known brands have a reputation to uphold, while others do not. Top 1911 holsters brands strive to provide some distinctive traits that set them apart from the competition. So, hopefully one or more of the items on our list will be perfect for you.
Features: Useful features are all you need, not tons of them. We consider the important aspects and select the top 1911 holsters based on those.
Specifications: Numbers always help you measure the quality of a product in a quantitative way. We try to find products with higher specifications, but with the right balance.
Quality: A product’s quality may always be quantified with the aid of numbers. We look for goods with better standards that strike the proper balance. The best quality product that gets highly appreciated and recommended by experienced users.
Customer ratings: Would it be accurate to suggest that the 1911 holsters were used by hundreds of customers before you? Superior ratings indicate that many customers had better service.
Customer Reviews: Like ratings, provide you with accurate and reliable information about the product from genuine customers. Customer ratings are very important to all of us because they contain accurate and reliable information about the customer service we received from several hundred customers.
Seller Rank: This is very intriguing! Not only do you need a good 1911 holsters, you also need a product with rising sales that is trendy. It accomplishes two goals. First, the expanding user base proves the quality of the product. Second, given that number, producers must be able to offer greater quality and after-sales support.
Value: You get what you pay for, they say, so consider the value. Cheap isn’t always good and expensive isn’t always bad. However, that does not imply that spending a lot of money on a product that is flashy but underwhelming is a good idea. Before adding them to the list, we make an effort to evaluate how much value you can get for your money from your 1911 holsters.
Durability: Durability and reliability are closely related concepts. You will benefit from a strong and long-lasting 1911 holsters for months and years to come.
Product availability: Products come and go, and new ones replace the old ones. Most likely, a few new features and required changes were made. What use is it to use a supposedly good product if the maker no longer supports it? We make an effort to highlight products that are current and offered by one or more trustworthy sellers, if not more.
Negative Reviews: Yes, we do take that into account as well! The goods with the majority of bad reviews are filtered out and disregarded when we choose the best-rated one on the market.
These are the standards by which we selected our 1911 holsters. Do we end our process there? Hell no. The most crucial fact about us that you should be aware of is that we regularly update our website with current and pertinent information. We have one more layer of filtration since we place the greatest importance on reader satisfaction. Please let us know if any product included here is incorrect, irrelevant, subpar, or simply out of date. We always value your opinions, and we’ll work hard to make any necessary corrections to our list in response to them.
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This guide is the result of more than 10 years of experience in researching, testing and writing about many topics. Each member of our team is an authority in their area. We read every article we could find online and every consumer review on every retail website for seven hours. Additionally, we discovered a ton of websites that offered helpful resources, including buying tips and thorough information on 1911 holsters.
