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JJ, nice work. I had John Jackson build my Chest Holsters. Snaps connect different holsters (Ruger Alaskan 44 Mag, Glock 31, Sig P226 and Sig P220) to the shoulder-waist straps. My handguns ride higher than those in your pics….over the tip of my sternum. Fishing vest conceals in Yellowstone NP. Open chest carry when horseback on MT Public Lands and when stream fly fishing. Drop-leg won’t work very well riding and fishing. Safe Hunting & Fishing!
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Yes, I find them to be very workable. As a stand alone unit. The attachments to bino harnesses are not to my liking, mostly because when you draw the firearm from a chest holster the amount of movement needs to be minimal. If the holster moves with the firearm it will require a longer draw stroke and add time when you may not have any. You also may not have the range of motion to draw the firearm if your on the ground in mid attack. The gunfighters rig has minimal movement during the draw and the small elastic section in the strap that encompasses your body does not restrict your breathing or feel too tight. I use this rig while fishing, hunting and hiking with small automatics and large frame revolvers, with barrel lengths of 5" or less. Less is better. Layering a bino system over these holsters will work but I just didnt like it. If I need binos I use a strong side belt holster, the Milt Sparks AW200 and a Milt Sparks belt. The belt must support (be heavy enough) the holstered gun to be comfortable.Anyone have experience with these chest holsters?
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Respectfully, landing on a rock, log or anything else may give the same outcome. A six foot drop from a saddle is hard on the body. Shoulder rigs present access issues, reaching across the torso can be a challenge especially if you have a bino harness on, not to mention layers of clothing. All methods of carry have pros and cons be aware of them before you choose. Your access is the number one priority otherwise you might as well have it in a backpack. Your physique, flexibilty, and activity all have a role in the selection of a holster.
When I suit up, the first accessory on is my FHF Bino Chest Pouch with Razco Holster beneath and this setup is always the last accessory off. The compromise is the Razco Holster is closer to my waist than the point of my sternum which, as previously stated, is the location of my Jackson Chest Harness-Holster. I’d rather my handgun be higher, but not enough to move my Binos elsewhere. Another compromise!
I carry my 44 Mag in a Slade Saddle Shop custom holster made to fit my 1950’s Lawrence gunbelt I got from my uncle. Also have the original holster for 4” 357 Combat Mag. I carry 1911 in 3 different leather belt holsters. Generally use the thumbreak holster on hunts and the friction retention for daily carry.
