Leather vs. Kydex

[GunnyGene]

I use a mixture of both. I prefer leather. I specifically love basketweave. My favorite is also the most difficult to find. I really like brown basket weave leather. There's just something about it.

Basket weave is nice. But it's fairly common, unlike Nile Croc.

[5shot]

For IWB with a 1911 my favorite is the Garrett "Silent Thunder". Kydex shell lined with leather and IMO the best of both worlds.

My first choice for OWB is the Galco strongside/crossdraw on top. I also like the Bianchi 111 crossdraw for the woods.

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[BrokenolMarine]

I love leather. Wore it on duty for years. It looked great. But... A full duty belt was heavy. The complete setup was expensive. Sadly, few of the officers took as detailed care of their equipment as myself and a select few did. The Chief loved Safariland Basketweave, and that was what HIS people would wear.

My concealed carry gear these days? Leather. What can I say?

[Hatchdog]

For IWB with a 1911 my favorite is the Garrett "Silent Thunder". Kydex shell lined with leather and IMO the best of both worlds.

My first choice for OWB is the Galco strongside/crossdraw on top. I also like the Bianchi 111 crossdraw for the woods.

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Those brown leather holsters look great, right up my alley. I have always loved both Bianchi and Safariland products and have owned many over the years. Still have a few around.