The MaxClip holster maintains our specialized hybrid design which creates the most comfortable IWB holster available on the market today. The bottom is open for lights/lasers. I will just go on record by saying I am not a fan of active retention holsters, especially ones that use a trigger finger release. Stay updated with NEW stuff, Giveaways, and Specials! The passiveretention model released the firearm rather easily during this test. The active retention model did not. Overall, I do believe the CCH3 Grip and HC11 holster do fulfill a role. Simplified for faster ordering, this all black cowhide holster carries the same features of our Signature Series custom holsters in a configuration that gives you the best function and highest level of Our flagship product, the MaxTuck Hybrid IWB Holster, is designed to fit all your handguns large and small in one complete package and is available in all our options to customize your gear. The firearm holstered and unholstered easily in both models, with and without under rail attachments (Surefire X400 and Insight M6). Other than that, fit was very good, with no wobble or rattling. They are also loud when unholstering and reholstering, with an audible clack. Either way, get your new open or concealed carry all makers except Sig and Taurus 1911 Holsters with Recover Tactical Rail and Grip system from White Hat today! I fired a total of 110 rounds through the gun with the Recover grips and holsters. The holster allows for a natural draw, and is compatible with most pistol rail mounted accessories on the market. If I fully tightened the 2 small screws, they stuck out of the rail frame a bit, enough to be tactile and impede the attachment of my Surefire X400. This model is designed for all 1911 pistols that have the CC3H Grip and Rail system installed. Before firing the 1911 with the CCH3 grips installed, I ran a few practical tests with the HC11 holsters. There was a small gap between the dust cover and the rail portion of the grip, and there is a bit of flex to the front part of the rail. Adding a light and/or laser to a handgun is a must for some, a much sought after option for others. Posted July 8, 2015 in Guns & Gear, Pistols, Shooting Accessories by Rusty S. with 6 CommentsTags: 1911, grip, holster, rail, With CCH3 grip, HC11 holster, and Surefire X400. Being that I live in an environment where it can snow 8 months out of the year, I wanted to test the holster and grips in the cold. Upon inspection after shooting, I noticed gouges already appearing in the softer, flexible lower plastic of the holster. There were no visible cracks in the grips either. The top part of the holster that encompasses the slide is harder plastic, but the plastic around the trigger guard was very flexible in order to accommodate the insertion of different light/laser platforms. While installation was fast, I did notice an issue. The Recover HC11 Passive Retention 1911 Holster is designed to hold any 1911 that uses the Recover CC3H or CC3P grip and rail system. Once installed, the grip did feel noticeably different in the hand. For purposes of the test, I did not apply Loctite. These would not be the best holsters for concealed carry, as they are bulky and sit quite far out from the body. I chose the 10mm as the recoil impulse would be greater than that of a .45 ACP, to see if any stress fractures appeared in the grips or the screws backed out at all. If your handgun did not have an integral rail, there were some solutions, not all of them elegant. They stayed on securely, and the firearm stayed put. High quality leather front, a tension insert in the center, and stitched hook side VELCRO Brand fastener on the back which gives added durability and retention. I would like to see a more durable type of plastic used for the holsters as well. I started with my hand on the grip as to eliminate any other variables. Be super stealthy with our Obsidian line, with the ultra-tactical black Kydex on a black leather backing or totally customize your holster to match your personality with our Signature Series Holsters. He has received military, law enforcement, and private training in the use of firearms. HC11 1911 holster will only work with the CC3H or CC3P Grip and Rail System installed, Comes with 2 paddle mounting medallions, making the holster right and left compatible, Holster comes with a paddle that allows you adjust the holster 360, The HC11 Holster uses our patent pending Frame Locking System - Passive Retention, Maintains natural draw while still allowing virtually any accessory to be mounted, Compatible with virtually all rail mounted accessories, The high-grade, lightweight, glass reinforced polymer, Requires no permanent modifications to be made to your firearm. Per Recovers website, they only have had fit issues with Rock Island GI 1911s and some Taurus PT1911s. The holsters will only work with a gun that has the CC3H grips installed. If you have any additional lights and laser attachments, please select those from the drop down list. Inside view of both holsters. Both the CC3H 1911 Grip and Rail and the HC11 Holsters (one with active retention, one without) were easy to understand and install. The holsters are fully adjustable for cant, with a very good locking wheel adjustable by hex key. Using a CED 1000 shot timer and Surefire X400 light/laser, I measured time from draw to an aimed shot at 10 yards. They are paddle style, and are very flexible, if not overly so, at the top of the paddle. The next problem would be how to carry the gun once you placed a rail mounted light and/or laser on it. Thanks to Tamarack Sports and Aaron Hughston Shooting School For technical assistance and range time, Having always had a passion for firearms, Rusty S. has had experience in gunsmithing, firearms retail, hunting, competitive shooting, range construction, as an IDPA certified range safety officer and a certified instructor. White Hat Holsters. view of the screws in front of the trigger guard and under the dust cover. While laser grips have been around for a long time, one usually had to opt for a railed firearm in order to accomplish mounting a light. The classic 1911 pistol is even better with the Recover Tactical Grip and Rail system in place. (I shudder to think of trigger guard mounted lasers I have installed for customers in the past). A full accessory rail allows you to attach a variety of rail mounted lights and laser accessories. I left them overnight in a chest freezer. Get this holster in a Signature leather combinations on the front with stitched hook side VELCRO Brand fastener on the back side of the leather. The gun felt secure and steady in my hand even while shooting the Heavy 10mm rounds. The grips did not impede the function of any of the controls including the ambidextrous safety. The test platform I installed the grips on was a Wilson Combat 10mm. I backed them out a bit to resolve the issue. However, for some departments retention models are required. For those who have a non-railed 1911 and wish to use a rail mounted light/laser without having to buy an entirely new firearm, they do provide a low-cost solution. Recover Tactical has come up with a system that addressesboth issues, and they were kind enough to send itover to me to try out. I can understand having this option available for LEOs and military personnel that require it, being that they are also more prone to be carrying OWB with a light/laser attached to their sidearm. In the morning, the retention release button still worked fine, but when I went to put the holster on, the top of the paddle cracked. For those that are required to use active retention, the holster works well, although the paddle style holster is not the best (and could possiblynot be authorized) for duty use. Ammunition used was American Eagle 180 grain FMJ, Buffalo Bore Heavy 10mm 180 grain, and Cor-Bon 200 Grain RNPN. ), Shell inserted into fracture for a better view of how the paddle cracked. Editor at Outdoorhub.com, Regular grips, Blade-Tech non-retention holster: .85s, Grip and Rail system also available for Beretta 92 series, Accommodates a wide range of lights/lasers, Works with or without light/laser mounted, Degree of flex in the rail could lead to stress fracture over time. The active retention models release is activated by your trigger finger. These holsters are made with a triple-layered backing. Adjustable cant locking wheel between holster and paddle is visible. Our VELCRO Brand fastener lined MaxTuck platform allows you to use your MaxTuck holster kydex pieces interchangeably on MaxTuck Hybrid IWB Holster - Obsidian Series, MaxTuck Hybrid IWB Holster - Signature Series, MaxClip Hybrid IWB Holster - Obsidian Series, MaxClip Hybrid IWB Holster - Signature Series. Something to keep in mind for those who live in cold environments who are considering using this system. Installation of the grips was simple, just unscrew and detach the old grips, place the new ones on, reattach the grip screws, and tighten 2 smaller screws in front of the trigger guard and at the front of the rail. The button and release of the mechanism were smooth, with no rocking or pushing down on the firearm required. (Recover has since contacted me in the comments section on this issue, saying that they have updated the stiffness and reinforced the paddle to alleviate this issue. The grips are designed for full size, single stack frames with barrels 4.25 inches or longer. My accuracy was unaffected even with the slightly larger grip circumference. I went hiking and trail running with them on a 1.5 inch belt. Results are as follows: I noticed some hang-ups and jerkiness upon reholstering with both models. The wraparound nature of the grips added .23 inches to the grip circumference versus the standard G10 grips I had on the gun previously. The HC11 holsters are designed as a system with the CCH3 grips. document.getElementById("copyright_year").innerHTML = new Date().getFullYear(); Handmade Custom Quality with a Blacked out finish. This means they will only work with firearms equipped with the grips, not 1911s with an integral rail. Double layered and stitched for added durability, our holsters come with a lifetime warranty and 30 day trial period. Checking all the screws on the grips after firing, none had backed out. Comfort was very good, with no apparent abrasiveness. View of the top of the holster, note gouges already apparent on the holster. Both the grip and the holsters came with all tools needed for installation and adjustment. The interchangeable Kydex will fit all gun models snugly and Our OWB MaxSlide holster gives you the flexibility of interchangeable kydex in the Max Holster platform. I then tested them by putting the unloaded firearm in the holster, turning them upside down over a pad, and lightly shaking.
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