Occidental Leather Holsters

[gtmtnbiker98]

After endless searching, I've decided to place an order for their Stronghold Pancake holster and single mag pouch for my HK45 Compact. I corresponded with Occidental Leather and their response was very quick and professional. As I understand it, their designs are developed by TT Gunleather and sold by Occidental. Product lead time is SIX DAYS, yes, days and not months.

I will post pics and a review upon receipt. Should receive the holster the week of March 4th.

Thought I'd share for those seeking a decent leather holster without a prolonged wait.

[45R]

Occidental/ TT Gunleather make great holsters. Here is mine.
http://ttgunleather.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/.pond/IMG_7960.jpg.w300h213.jpg

[Savage Hands]

After endless searching, I've decided to place an order for their Stronghold Pancake holster and single mag pouch for my HK45 Compact. I corresponded with Occidental Leather and their response was very quick and professional. As I understand it, their designs are developed by TT Gunleather and sold by Occidental. Product lead time is SIX DAYS, yes, days and not months.

I will post pics and a review upon receipt. Should receive the holster the week of March 4th.

Thought I'd share for those seeking a decent leather holster without a prolonged wait.



IMO, Tim (TT Gunleather) and his father's company Occidental Leather makes fantastic holsters made to Tim's design. Tim (TT) is a one man shop so he charged less but has a backlog, Occidental will make your holster in less than 14 days if it isn't in stock but cost a bit more and is overseen by Tim. I've owned a VMII and compared it to the holsters made by TT and Occidental and prefer the lower sitting design of both Tim and Occidental personally. I now wear an Occidental Phoenix made for my M&P FS9 with my M&P 9c. Here's some pics from when they were still pretty new.


What I'm wearing now:

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad251/SShenaniguns/7a88f29f.jpg

What it's made for:

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad251/SShenaniguns/99207cc7-1.jpg


With my now sold G19:
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad251/SShenaniguns/a1442a73.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad251/SShenaniguns/99207cc7.jpg

The TT IWB with Shark trim for the G19:
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad251/SShenaniguns/30fb547f.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad251/SShenaniguns/71407c71.jpg

Occidental comparison to the VMII with pics:
http://thepackingrat.net/2010/08/31/ttgunleather/

[gtmtnbiker98]

With their customer service to date, I'm sure I'll be pleased. If so, I'll be ordering more. I hope that this pancake will serve a dual purpose for both my HK45c and P30. My MS VMII works for both, so one can only hope.

BTW, nice to see you both over here.

[Savage Hands]

With their customer service to date, I'm sure I'll be pleased. If so, I'll be ordering more. I hope that this pancake will serve a dual purpose for both my HK45c and P30. My MS VMII works for both, so one can only hope.

BTW, nice to see you both over here.


Same here!

[VolGrad]

While I've never owned anything from the Occidental shop I am very familiar with Tim's work. I have purchased numerous holsters, pouches, and belts from him prior to going all kydex on my carry gear. He is top shelf to work with and produces gear well worth the coin and well worth the wait.

On two occasions I wanted something that didn't really exist in the form I wanted. Once I spec'd out what I wanted and he put the pencil to paper and created a gem for me. It's now on his website for sale (AIWB rig for P238 and G26). On another occasion I couldn't find a LCP pocket holster I was overly happy with so I designed one myself. I sketched it out, including measurements, detailed exactly what I wanted (and why). I then sent him PDFs of my sketches and notes. He made it exactly like I wanted. It's not on his site but if anyone is interested I can send them pics via e-mail (or post them in a separate thread or via PM). He can make you one by request. No ... I don't get any royalties or kickbacks so this is NOT a commercial. I am just a VERY satisfied customer.

[Savage Hands]

While I've never owned anything from the Occidental shop I am very familiar with Tim's work. I have purchased numerous holsters, pouches, and belts from him prior to going all kydex on my carry gear. He is top shelf to work with and produces gear well worth the coin and well worth the wait.

On two occasions I wanted something that didn't really exist in the form I wanted. Once I spec'd out what I wanted and he put the pencil to paper and created a gem for me. It's now on his website for sale (AIWB rig for P238 and G26). On another occasion I couldn't find a LCP pocket holster I was overly happy with so I designed one myself. I sketched it out, including measurements, detailed exactly what I wanted (and why). I then sent him PDFs of my sketches and notes. He made it exactly like I wanted. It's not on his site but if anyone is interested I can send them pics via e-mail (or post them in a separate thread or via PM). He can make you one by request. No ... I don't get any royalties or kickbacks so this is NOT a commercial. I am just a VERY satisfied customer.


Do you have a pic of your G26 AIWB btw?


Tim just finished my custom M&Pc pocket holster as the standard one that he made didn't work for me personally thanks to my short thumbs and I wanted to be able to push it off :o The original one which should work for the majority of people is now available in my buddies contest on his blog:
http://thepackingrat.net/2011/02/16/6424/
http://eightzero.files.wordpress.com/2011/02/imgp7384.jpg


My M&P 9c not included :p

[gtmtnbiker98]

Do you have a pic of your G26 AIWB btw?


Tim just finished my custom M&Pc pocket holster as the standard one that he made didn't work for me personally thanks to my short thumbs and I wanted to be able to push it off :o The original one which should work for the majority of people is now available in my buddies contest on his blog:
http://thepackingrat.net/2011/02/16/6424/
http://eightzero.files.wordpress.com/2011/02/imgp7384.jpg


My M&P 9c not included :p
Them some big pockets, dude!

[VolGrad]

Do you have a pic of your G26 AIWB btw?
I'll post pics of both the AIWB and Pocket holster if Photobucket decides to cooperate. It's not right now.

Good looking pocket holster you have there too.

EDIT: Here they both are. If you want more info on either I have posted "review" threads on other sites. GOOGLE will find them pretty easily.

G26 AIWB
http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd208/volgrad/TTG26front.jpg
http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd208/volgrad/TTG26back.jpg

LCP Pocket
http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd208/volgrad/TToutside.jpg
http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd208/volgrad/TTLCPinside.jpg
http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd208/volgrad/IMG_5924.jpg
http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd208/volgrad/IMG_5925.jpg

The P238 AIWB pic on his TT site is actually my gun. I sent him that pic via e-mail after receiving the holster.

[Savage Hands]

Them some big pockets, dude!


They work for my Vertx shorts, jacket pockets and some of my baggier jeans :o

[Savage Hands]

I'll post pics of both the AIWB and Pocket holster if Photobucket decides to cooperate. It's not right now.

Good looking pocket holster you have there too.


It's not mine, it's a prize for a contest now.

[F-Trooper05]

My TT holster...


http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k40/millert12005/DSCN0118.jpg


http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k40/millert12005/DSCN0119.jpg

[45R]

Them some big pockets, dude!

Don't worry, he has got ALOT of room down there :) J/K!!!! ;) (Gonna duck now)

[45R]

Does anyone have photos of his magazine carriers?

[Savage Hands]

Don't worry, he has got ALOT of room down there :) J/K!!!! ;) (Gonna duck now)


You can't recycle your Asian stereotype on me :cool:

[45R]

I dont try and stuff subcompact semi autos in to my pockets :D

Okay back on topic :)

[gtmtnbiker98]

Does anyone have photos of his magazine carriers?I will have, here shortly. Once I get it, pics will be inbound.

[Savage Hands]

Volgrad, thanks for the pics! I'm going to order an AIWB for my M&P 9c for my next holster.

[VolGrad]

Volgrad, thanks for the pics! I'm going to order an AIWB for my M&P 9c for my next holster.

If you would like additional pics I can send them. PM me your addy. I have some of me wearing the P238.

[Savage Hands]

If you would like additional pics I can send them. PM me your addy. I have some of me wearing the P238.

Thank you sir, I have seen your review and I like the design. I'm looking to use it betweeen the 2-3 area personally

[VolGrad]

Thank you sir, I have seen your review and I like the design. I'm looking to use it betweeen the 2-3 area personally

It works well there. You should be happy.

[SmokeJumper]

Some nice looking leather. Gonna research this, especially since it was mentioned that they ride a bit lower than the VMII.

[Savage Hands]

My customized M&P compact pocket holster from Tim showed up today :D

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad251/SShenaniguns/da55d678.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad251/SShenaniguns/3e771ae4.jpg


This will work better for my shortish thumbs.

[gtmtnbiker98]

My Occidental Leather holster and mag pouch arrived this morning. Custom leather in 10-days, awesome delivery time!! I'll post pics this weekend.