lwestatbus
New member
I have decided that I want a shoulder holster for my Kimber 1911 full sized pistol. I have done a LOT of online research and the Miami Classic keeps cropping up with positive to very positive reviews. However I have so far been unable to locate one to examine or purchase locally. While I'm willing to go mail order I've got just a couple of questions I'd appreciate some help with from owners:
1. I see that Galco makes/made a Jackass, Miami Classic, Miami Classic II, and Miami Classic lite. It seems to me that the Miami Classic and MC II differ in whether the magazines are open or covered with snap closures. Can anyone confirm this? I'd prefer the snap closure version.
1.A. Any recommendations on snap-closure vs. the open version for magazine carry?
2. Does the 1911 model include a channel for the front sight? I have a predjudice for adjustable sights and my intended carry pistol has them. While the front sight isn't one of those monster-high versions it is definitely taller than my old service 1911 sight.
3. Any recommendations on purchasing the optional tie-down kits? Do they help to hold your pants up? (One of my interests in a shoulder rig is because my shape is becoming increasingly pear-like and a belt holster is helping the natural tendancy my pants have developed for a southward drift.)
4. I live in Florida and the fact that I'm having a hard time finding one suggests that there isn't much of a demand. Any thoughts on why this might be so? I mean, it is the "Miami" Classic, after all.
5. I owned a custom-made holster for another pistol once and had trouble with finish from the holster rubbing off on my shirts. (Refer to #4, above. We sweat down here.) Does anyone have any observations on the MC?
6. Any and all additional information is appreciated.
Larry
1. I see that Galco makes/made a Jackass, Miami Classic, Miami Classic II, and Miami Classic lite. It seems to me that the Miami Classic and MC II differ in whether the magazines are open or covered with snap closures. Can anyone confirm this? I'd prefer the snap closure version.
1.A. Any recommendations on snap-closure vs. the open version for magazine carry?
2. Does the 1911 model include a channel for the front sight? I have a predjudice for adjustable sights and my intended carry pistol has them. While the front sight isn't one of those monster-high versions it is definitely taller than my old service 1911 sight.
3. Any recommendations on purchasing the optional tie-down kits? Do they help to hold your pants up? (One of my interests in a shoulder rig is because my shape is becoming increasingly pear-like and a belt holster is helping the natural tendancy my pants have developed for a southward drift.)
4. I live in Florida and the fact that I'm having a hard time finding one suggests that there isn't much of a demand. Any thoughts on why this might be so? I mean, it is the "Miami" Classic, after all.
5. I owned a custom-made holster for another pistol once and had trouble with finish from the holster rubbing off on my shirts. (Refer to #4, above. We sweat down here.) Does anyone have any observations on the MC?
6. Any and all additional information is appreciated.
Larry