Andrews Custom Leather

Andrews Custom Leather - Fine Handmade Holsters

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Andrews monarch looks like a good shoulder holster. I have not tried one but Would likely purchase this if I wanted a shoulder holster.

 

https://shop.nightingaleleather.com/Sandpiper-SH-Shoulder-Holster-System-Sandpiper-SH.htm

 

Having trouble with the link. Or is it me? 🦈

 

If you want the best go Nightingale, Kevin is an amazing guy, you get to speak directly to the owner

 

I use this Allessi Pull Through Shoulder Holster for my WILSON CQBE 45acp. and my 38spl. Chief mod. Works great for me.

 

I love, LOVE my old Alessi. Brilliant design and flawless execution. Unfortunately, after about 30 years, the leather has begun to crack near the snap. I have a saddle maker here in town that says they can repair it, so that's good. 'Cause I don't think anyone makes 'em like this anymore.

 

I've worn shoulder holsters for 35 years every single day of the week. I found over the years the thinner and lighter the harness the more comfortable . The heavy straps also print to some degree. Belt tie downs blow . I have an Andrews coming shortly . Hoping that design is comfortable . As I age I keep using lighter and lighter guns . When you are wearing something for 8/10 hours every single day . Weight becomes a priority .
Hoping Andrews was the right choice for my newest carry piece .

 

GALCO makes several great shoulder holsters. Expensive, but well worth the money.

 

Had several Galcos. They are nice rigs . But in the same respect for teh same price I get a hand made one . From a guy popular enough to get movie deals for his holsters . Maybe that's why he's so busy

 

I've been admiring this one for a while but never having worn one, can't seem to pull the trigger.

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/947674281#carousel-modal-view-item

 

Seems kinda pricey for how worn it appears . Have you check to see what a New rig would cost ?

 

I like my Kramer rig . Very comfortable. Wear it mostly during the winter

 

Look at Craft holsters. They made a left hand shoulder holster for my Glock 40 with a red dot. Great fit and price is fair.

 

Here is a picture of it

 

I don't own a 1911 shoulder rig but I have worn a Kirkpatrick shoulder holster for a ppk and found it quite nice.

 

For me the Bianchi X-15 is still the best--but hey that's me..

Bianchi X15 Shoulder Holster 4-5 Auto - Tan (Left Hand, Large)

Buy Bianchi X15 Shoulder Holster 4-5 Auto - Tan (Left Hand, Large) at Amazon. Customer reviews and photos may be available to help you make the right purchase decision!

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The Galco Jackass (and only the Jackass!) gets the nod from me.
I've had Andrews, Garrett, Alessi, and several others, but for me the Jackass just gets it right. A government hides under a heavy dress shirt somewhat regularly, when I absolutely can't get made (and won't be hugged!).

 

I have a galco jackass also. It works. Fits full and officer frames equally well. The straps are thin enough to not print but still hold the load. It's open muzzle though so you'll get some lint, but it fits any length. I can easily conceal under an open flannel shirt. It's a slower draw than a belt holster for me though, not my high alert rig.

 

Would you say you and oneoff are into Jackasses ? JK . They are nice rigs : I use a classic light sometimes and the rig itself doesn't print like others . My Andrews Shoulder is nice . But you have to wear a Carhart or big winter jacket to hide ii

 

So this thread had motivated me to use my shoulder holster more. It's actually pretty nice. Thanks to the hipsters that made wearing flannel shirts cool again. I almost blend in but I hate having a beard - too itchy.
Anyway I was so enabled that I looked online and the galco rig is discontinued for anything but a 1911. Ok fine but what about my other toys!
Has anyone used a craft (falco) holster shoulder rig? They've a lot of choices.

 

Anyone use a Craft Roto Shoulder?

Leather Vertical Roto Shoulder Holster | Craft Holsters®

This vertical shoulder holster combines safe muzzle orientation with fast access. Its standout feature is the roto mechanism, which allows the holster to tilt into a horizontal draw position upon release of the index-finger strap—eliminating the slow upward pull of typical vertical rigs.

www.craftholsters.com

 

Well I'll find out in a month.

 

34 week turn-around here in the end of August 2025

 

I like the old Bianchi Scorpion rig and the Original Jackass Leather rig

I have one of the Bianchi's

 

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I have a Galco. Honestly, I don't use it often. I figured I'd wear it under a jacket, but all my suit jackets are custom or closely tailored, so it shows.

Under a leather jacket or something is another story.