Anyone have one of these

Major 2 · July 13, 2021, 07:03:43 AM

How would rate it quality wise ?

US M2 Holster for M1917 Revolvers

Code: 103720000
In 1942 the Army re-issued old stocks of M1917 .45 ACP revolvers, but a new holster was adopted.
Price: US$ 36.00

US M1909 Holster for .45 Caliber Revolver
Retail Price: US$ 48.00

Code: 103719000

Niederlander · July 13, 2021, 08:03:52 AM

I don't have that one, but I've got a USMC holster for .38's from WPG, and it's quite nice. You could also check with El Paso Saddlery. Great quality, but quite a bit higher, and you'll probably have to wait a while for it.

Silver Creek Slim · July 13, 2021, 12:13:30 PM

I bought mine from World War Supply.

Slim

Major 2 · July 13, 2021, 01:07:58 PM

I'm debating a replica .... $:-\$

I use to have a original, that I foolishly allow to get away

some 30 years ago DoH !

Niederlander · July 13, 2021, 03:52:06 PM

Keep in mind leather tends to deteriorate over time. If you're going to use it, it would probably be best to buy a new one.

Major 2 · July 13, 2021, 04:46:23 PM

Yeah , you're right, I can give it some Hollywood Prop patina and it will be fine for both field use & Veteran Museum static display.

Silver Creek Slim · July 13, 2021, 07:03:41 PM

Wear it everyday and it well get patina.

Slim

Robert Swartz · July 13, 2021, 07:09:34 PM

Quote from: Niederlander on July 13, 2021, 08:03:52 AM
I don't have that one, but I've got a USMC holster for .38's from WPG, and it's quite nice. You could also check with El Paso Saddlery. Great quality, but quite a bit higher, and you'll probably have to wait a while for it.

.....on a like note, a buddy and I both got the Ropes holsters from WPG. Good holster, well made, does what we intended them to do. Don't think you could go wrong with that .45 holster.

Major 2 · July 13, 2021, 07:31:16 PM

Thanks,
I do have the British issue Sam Brown holster for my 1911 from What Price Glory and it is good...

The Original I was watching on eBay is over $100 now with an hour to go ....

So I think I'll order the WPG holster

Bat 2919 · July 16, 2021, 10:33:31 AM

Looks like Man the Line has a 24 Hour sale on this holster today. Looks black in the attached photo but the text clearly states it's brown. I've bought things from MTL before and I've never had any complaints. As a result MTL sends me these short notice sales from time to time.

https://mantheline.com/product/m1917-38-revolver-holster-dark-brown/

Major 2 · July 16, 2021, 10:46:19 AM

At that price, it was a no brainer,,, I'm actually am on their Data Base ...simple check out

Thanks Bat...I'll report back when it arrives

Robert Swartz · July 16, 2021, 10:55:27 AM

Quote from: Bat 2919 on July 16, 2021, 10:33:31 AM
Looks like Man the Line has a 24 Hour sale on this holster today. Looks black in the attached photo but the text clearly states it's brown. I've bought things from MTL before and I've never had any complaints. As a result MTL sends me these short notice sales from time to time.

https://mantheline.com/product/m1917-38-revolver-holster-dark-brown/

......any problems receiving items from MTL? Never dealt with them, have heard from MBs that orders from the website can be sketchy. No issues with ordering items off EBAY. They do show some nice stuff. Although on the website, none of the clothes (US) are available, as well as belts and ammo pouches?

Niederlander · July 16, 2021, 01:08:26 PM

I've gotten a couple things from them with no problem, for what it's worth.

pony express · July 16, 2021, 06:33:51 PM

I've ordered 4 items from them, first was no problem, last three never shipped, after a month I asked and got refunds. All were ordered from E-bay. I always wondered why they listed the same article multiple times in their E-bay store for different prices and shipping costs? After that, I un-subscribed from their e-mail notices. They did offer some pretty unique stuff, but if it never arrives?

Major 2 · July 16, 2021, 06:43:35 PM

~~That does not give me a warn fuzzy~~

EDIT ...well then, since I stated the above

I have received two emails, that change my statement

one is a completed invoice and the other the USPS tracking #

July 16, 2021, 3:55 pm
Shipment Received, Package Acceptance Pending
PIERRE, SD 57501
Your shipment was received at 3:55 pm on July 16, 2021 in PIERRE, SD 57501. The acceptance of your package is pending.

It seems 'Man The line' has done it part

smoke · July 17, 2021, 07:15:27 AM

My 2 cents worth....I have a number of WPG leather products. All are excellent quality and durability. I also have a couple of MTL pieces. They were cheap, feel cheap and age cheap. OK for the price but I will only buy from WPG, Carrico leather or Wolf Ears from now on.

Robert Swartz · July 17, 2021, 10:20:23 AM

Quote from: smoke on July 17, 2021, 07:15:27 AM
My 2 cents worth....I have a number of WPG leather products. All are excellent quality and durability. I also have a couple of MTL pieces. They were cheap, feel cheap and age cheap. OK for the price but I will only buy from WPG, Carrico leather or Wolf Ears from now on.

........wasn't familiar with Wolf Ears. The holster prices are comparable to Carricos. They have some nice belts....

.....the autocorrect on my tablet sucks!

Major 2 · July 17, 2021, 10:30:06 AM

Wolf Ears responded with ...
" Sir, if you look at wolfearsequipment.com you will find my 1881 holster. By shortening that holster for the 1917 revolver it will look almost exactly like the 1909. Your cost will be $98 plus shipping of $15. Total would be $113.00 "
Stan Dolega wolf ears equipment .... I was not interested in that concept .

I did not contact David...Doh ! Maybe I should have $:-\$
I have a couple of WPG leather product I rate good , the photo(s) I posted are from Jerry's page.

I do have a P38 holster from MTL, and it is good . I guess I'll find out $:-\$

smoke · July 17, 2021, 10:36:26 AM

Quote from: Robert Swartz on July 17, 2021, 10:20:23 AM

........wasn't familiar with Wolf Ears. The holster prices are comparable to Carroll's. They have some nice belts....

I have a web belt from him for CAS. I really like it. Great quality and enough adjustment to wear with just pants/shirt or over my heaviest winter gear, great coat etc.

smoke · July 17, 2021, 10:42:14 AM

Quote from: Major 2 on July 17, 2021, 10:30:06 AM
Wolf Ears responded with ...
" Sir, if you look at wolfearsequipment.com you will find my 1881 holster. By shortening that holster for the 1917 revolver it will look almost exactly like the 1909. Your cost will be $98 plus shipping of $15. Total would be $113.00 "
Stan Dolega wolf ears equipment .... I was not interested in that concept .

I did not contact David...Doh ! Maybe I should have $:-\$
I have a couple of WPG leather product I rate good , the photo(s) I posted are from Jerry's page.

I do have a P38 holster from MTL, and it is good . I guess I'll find out $:-\$

That is disappointing to hear re: the 1909 holster. I need one for my US Army 1909.

I have a couple of David C. holsters and they are really top quality.

I do believe the MTL has several levels of quality. My one is a CW holster that I bought to do a "post saddler" modified Cavalry holster. Another project that I need ot finish.