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Nathan
Big Sky Guy
USA
15732 Posts |
 Posted - 08/10/2007 : 00:23:49
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(glock 26 shown in the 226, not the weapon or color im reviewing here)
im preparing to take a trip later this month and as usual i plan to travel with my glock 19. i prefer to travel with the g19 for several different reasons:
- ultimately reliable, the dang thing just wont quit!
- perfect size for carry.
- im very fast and accurate with it.
- if it were to disappear from my checked baggage im only out $450.
- 9mm ammo can be found anywhere, no matter where i travel.
while browsing around for a holster for another weapon, i noticed that galco makes an SOB holster for the glock 19, and since i had $75 burning a hole in my pocket i decided to give it a shot.
note: i am not an advocate of SOB carry. i myself have slipped on ice while carrying SOB and felt the sting of a handgun being driven into my spine. ouch! that said however, carry is about compromise. you most always compromise something. some compromise capacity and caliber for concealability. some compromise quality for price. we all compromise ultimate protection (a carbine) for concealability (a handgun). this is no different, being aware of the risks it is worth the benefits for the purposes of this trip (and most likely others). with that said, i placed the order for a galco #SOB226B to fit my glock 19.
 
 
what i like:
- overall the holster appears to be very well constructed, actually feeling similar to some customs i own. the leather feels much better than the two galco SSS (which ill never buy again due to poor design causing very prominent premature wear points!) i own. im quite impressed with the attention to detail that appears to be put into this off the shelf holster.
- as the pictures above show, it really isnt difficult to conceal this setup. bending over caused printing/showing, but kneeling and squatting did not.
- comfort while walking or standing is excellent. you dont even know its back there.
- retention is adjustable to your liking. i found mine perfect right from the package.
what i dont like:
- sitting isnt comfortable. it isnt unbearable, but you know you have a weapon back there.
- draw angle is unnatural for me. im sure this will correct itself in time, but it was one of my first impressions so it is worth noting.
- it takes a little bit longer to draw from SOB than IWB, but this is most likely due to my unfamiliarity with the draw angle.
overall: this is heck of a value overall. although i will not recommend SOB carry to anyone due to moral liability concerns (if you do fall on it and hurt your spine i dont want to know you bought it on my recommendation) i feel that for what i wanted this holster is as beautiful as it is functional. it may not be quite on the level of an alessi/sparks/del fatti/etc. but it really doesnt miss the mark as much as most off-the-shelf holsters do (even other galcos i own), and i had it in my hand within 3 days of ordering it. although i have not compared it to any custom SOB holster, i can compare the overall quality of the build to the overall quality of the build of the customs i own. whereas the cqc/s or the vm2 would rank as perfect "10's" in my opinion, this holster overall would rank an 8.5-9. if like me you know the risks of SOB carry and feel it will meet your needs despite those risks, this is the one to buy.
i sincerely hope that galco eventually makes this holster for the new walther PPS. |
 
"In the foolishness of my heart, I thought that the truth would be a defense." - Harold Fish |
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rngerdv
Average Member
514 Posts |
Posted - 08/10/2007 : 06:17:37
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Honestly, you just wanted us to check you out right? You going to the gym or what? First it was Sig40 now it's you.
J/K
Ive been on a lookout for a SOB, I might have to check one of these out. I have one for my issued M9 that I used when I had to fly to Kuwait and still had to carry downtown for buisness in civilian clothing. BTW a M9 sucks to try and CC. |
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Steve MI
Junior Member
106 Posts |
Posted - 08/10/2007 : 06:23:41
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| never been a fan of sob while driving or for weapons retetion i idid a fellow officer loose his when he picked up a chair with the grip of his 228.... but if your happy sweet. |
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BlackBirdCD
Junior Member
USA
103 Posts |
Posted - 08/10/2007 : 12:02:51
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Thank you for these reports, Nathan. I for one find them very helpful.
I'm still not yet carrying regularly, but plan to. Decision on which weapon and setup is pretty critical to me and it's these reviews that are extremely helpful. |
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Bulldog
Whiney [img]smileys/censored.gif[/img]er
USA
2255 Posts |
Posted - 08/11/2007 : 14:06:12
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| HI NATHAN I HAVE AND USE ON OCCASIONS THE SOB HOSTER FROM BRIGADE LEATHER NICE PIECE OF WORK I DONT MIND WEARING IT IN THE WINTER AND IF I SLIP ON MY ASS ON THE ICE MY BACK IS F--KED UP AS IS AND MABEY THE FALL WILL STRAIGHTEN ME OUT BUT ALL FUN ASIDE ITS A NICE WAY TO CARRY AT TIMES I CAN HIDE MY FULL SIZE BERRETTA 92 OR AT TIMES USE A SOB FOR A GLOCK 21 IT DOES HAVE DRAWBACKS LIKE THE GUYS MENTIONED LIKE DRIVING OR SITTING FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME LET US KNOW HOW YOURS WORKED OUT AFTER YOU BACK FROM YOUR TRIP REGARDS |
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Bulldog
Whiney [img]smileys/censored.gif[/img]er
USA
2255 Posts |
Posted - 08/11/2007 : 14:08:15
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| NATHAN BYE THE WAY HOPE YOUR NOT GOING TO WEAR THEM THEIR SHIRTS THEY ARE NEAT THOUGH BUT SCREEMS GUN CARRIED ENJOY |
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Bill in Ohio
Senior Member
USA
1008 Posts |
Posted - 08/11/2007 : 17:52:37
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rngerdv,  Your post was the single, hardest laugh I had today.
Nathan, That set up is pretty slick. Seems to hide well. Looking at it and not knowing, I'd guess it probably is more comfortable than IWB for walking or standing. It looks like it would be pretty hard on your lower back while sitting.
Regardless, you've always got your Safepackers. |
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Nathan
Big Sky Guy
USA
15732 Posts |
Posted - 08/11/2007 : 20:37:44
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| you nailed it bill. walking, running, standing it is extremely comfortable. sitting however, IWB is superior. |
"In the foolishness of my heart, I thought that the truth would be a defense." - Harold Fish |
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pioneer
Junior Member
USA
260 Posts |
Posted - 07/08/2008 : 11:28:16
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I'm firmly on the side that does not like the SOB carry method. Besides discomfort on sitting, it will print if you have to bend over. If you can hide it SOB, you can hide it on your hip. All it takes is a baggy t-shirt, Aloha shirt, one of those “shoot-me-first” tactical vests, or a light jacket.
I’ve known cops who suffered permanent, disabling back injury when they went down, landing on their guns. Not worth the risk, IMO. |
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Nimble1
Starting Member
USA
11 Posts |
Posted - 08/08/2008 : 08:38:15
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| had one and sold it on E-Bay for all of the reasons stated above. |
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Stoble
Junior Member
USA
161 Posts |
Posted - 09/25/2008 : 19:38:03
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This is a great looking holster and I wanted to like it. I knew if the gun was directly behind the spine it would be painful to sit and I was right. No way to sit down and not be in pain. My plan was to try it on the side and as far away from the center as possible. No good either if you sit at all. The grip of my gun also seemed to hang out a bit more than I expected. Even tightening the belt did not fix this. Even though I really wanted to like this holster, I can not wear it and had mine about one week and let it go. |
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Doc Blase
New Member
USA
58 Posts |
Posted - 10/04/2008 : 23:53:33
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I have one for a 1911 that has seen only several days' use, now it rides in the sock drawer.
It's a beautifully made holster but a poor fit for me. |
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strider72
Average Member
USA
514 Posts |
Posted - 10/05/2008 : 13:41:14
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| SOB never really worked for me. Seen quite a few people print because their were squating or bending while SOB carrying. |
Glock 19/FEG HiPower/Keltec P32/NAA .22Mag for me...til I can get my 870 or Marlin 336 of course.
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ksigtuck
Senior Member
1260 Posts |
Posted - 10/08/2008 : 21:57:07
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I have this holster and hate it. I did not feel like the gun was secure and constantly found myself reaching back to make sure the gun was: 1)still in the holster and 2)not printing or my shirt was still pulled down over it. I much prefer carrying IWB and have not had anymore of these problems since changing my style of carry.
Tuck |
"The gun has been called the great equalizer, meaning that a small person with a gun is equal to a large person, but it is a great equalizer in another way, too. It insures that the people are the equal of their government whenever that government forgets that it is servant and not master of the governed." - 40th President of the United States Ronald Reagan 1911-2004 |
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theoriginalrecon
Starting Member
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Posted - 11/02/2008 : 17:51:06
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| i want one of these really bad. ksigtuck maybe i can have yours? |
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sidroski
Advanced Member
USA
2256 Posts |
Posted - 11/02/2008 : 20:20:06
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Without regard to the drawbacks stated, that looks like it would be more accessable on a bike. Have you tried it from your's? I have a bike also and it looks like it would fit the bill to carry with.
thanks |
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ksigtuck
Senior Member
1260 Posts |
Posted - 11/03/2008 : 07:34:29
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Recon,
I would be more than happy to sell this holster if you are interested.
Tuck |
"The gun has been called the great equalizer, meaning that a small person with a gun is equal to a large person, but it is a great equalizer in another way, too. It insures that the people are the equal of their government whenever that government forgets that it is servant and not master of the governed." - 40th President of the United States Ronald Reagan 1911-2004 |
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51percent
Starting Member
5 Posts |
Posted - 02/19/2009 : 08:14:08
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| This is my Glock, there are many like it but this one is mine. I want the t-shirt. |
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Old Jack
Starting Member
USA
11 Posts |
Posted - 01/10/2010 : 13:05:46
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| I have a Galco SOB for a government 1911......it is not an every day carry, but it certainly does have it's place for me. It is really good for motorcycles. Way better than IWB for long rides. And also when I'm going to be on my feet for long stretches of time. I never wonder if my gun is where it belongs, and I take some pleasure in that. It really is a special purpose holster, but it's not in the box in the attic. |
The very atmosphere of firearms everywhere restrains evil interference - they deserve a place of honor with all that is good.
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DIAMOND
Senior Member
USA
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Posted - 01/11/2010 : 11:57:57
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quote:
Originally posted by Old Jack
I have a Galco SOB for a government 1911......it is not an every day carry, but it certainly does have it's place for me. It is really good for motorcycles. Way better than IWB for long rides. And also when I'm going to be on my feet for long stretches of time. I never wonder if my gun is where it belongs, and I take some pleasure in that. It really is a special purpose holster, but it's not in the box in the attic.
I like your application for motorcycle riding. |
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Joshua
Advanced Member
2873 Posts |
Posted - 04/05/2010 : 15:49:44
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I really like the idea of SOB carry (outside of waistband but still easily concealed) if you have any neurological problems that could cause your legs to buckle or fall, the risk of falling backwards on it and injuring your spine is just too high.
Great review Nathan even if I am posting a few years later! |
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dsims
Senior Member
USA
1175 Posts |
Posted - 04/06/2010 : 10:48:08
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I used to have Galco SOB holsters for every carry piece I owned. Over the last 6 years or so with my back issues I found it difficult to carry SOB. Now that I've had surgery I may be able to try them again.
They definately make some of the best holsters available IMHO. |
It's better to have a gun on you and not need one, than to need one and not have one on you! |
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Joshua
Advanced Member
2873 Posts |
Posted - 04/10/2010 : 22:21:39
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Originally posted by dsims
I used to have Galco SOB holsters for every carry piece I owned. Over the last 6 years or so with my back issues I found it difficult to carry SOB. Now that I've had surgery I may be able to try them again.
They definately make some of the best holsters available IMHO.
Aren't you worried you'll undo any progress made after surgery if you carry SOB and have an accident? |
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dsims
Senior Member
USA
1175 Posts |
Posted - 04/10/2010 : 22:41:33
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Right now I am. I have another MRI scheduled for Wednesday, they think I may have reherniated my disc
Once I am fully healed I think it should be good as new.
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Originally posted by Joshua
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Originally posted by dsims
I used to have Galco SOB holsters for every carry piece I owned. Over the last 6 years or so with my back issues I found it difficult to carry SOB. Now that I've had surgery I may be able to try them again.
They definately make some of the best holsters available IMHO.
Aren't you worried you'll undo any progress made after surgery if you carry SOB and have an accident?
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It's better to have a gun on you and not need one, than to need one and not have one on you! |
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KeysGuy
Senior Member
USA
1564 Posts |
Posted - 04/11/2010 : 09:02:42
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Originally posted by dsims
Right now I am. I have another MRI scheduled for Wednesday, they think I may have reherniated my disc
Off Topic: Well that sucks  I assume if additional surgury is required to fix whatever they damaged last time will be free.  |
Keys Guy
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dsims
Senior Member
USA
1175 Posts |
Posted - 04/11/2010 : 09:44:37
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The original surgery cost us $100 out of pocket. I am assuming if a second operation is needed it will cost @ the same. Not a whole lot of money, but it definately is starting to add up...
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Originally posted by KeysGuy
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Off Topic: Well that sucks I assume if additional surgury is required to fix whatever they damaged last time will be free.
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It's better to have a gun on you and not need one, than to need one and not have one on you! |
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