What Kind of Gun Belt?

[alamogunr]

I'm finally getting around to buying a holster for my S&W Shield. I've decided on the CrossBreed Mini Tuck but not sure what belt to use. I've got a semi dress gun belt but am looking for one a little heftier. Are the belts with the spring steel insert a good idea? I definitely don't want a belt with a plastic insert. I've seen them mentioned but don't know if they are still sole.

Any opinions will be considered.

[Plate plinker]

I like the steel.

I don’t like it when I see a saggy belt used for carry purpose. Saggy belts let the gun ride floppy and print .

[shooter93]

Believe it or not a good pants belt should be made on a curve like a gun belt is but they are hard to find. El Paso Saddlery has some very nice leather belts that work well. I haven't tried a steel lined belt yet but I will.

[jonp]

https://www.bullhidebelts.com/

I have several of their belts and I will confirm that there are no finer belts out there for any amount of money.

[smokeywolf]

I like the one that I bought from Tucker & Byrd about a year ago.

[DCP]

These are good belts

https://www.hanksbelts.com/products/hanks-gunner-leather-gun-belt

[Bazoo]

I wear a galco cop belt. It was great when new, but I wear it all the time and its soft from sweat. I seen something pretty stiff at rural king the other day, but I dont recall the brand. It was 45.00. Looks very similar to the hanks belts in the link above.

[Walkingwolf]

For light to medium carry I use an 10 dollar waxed cotton belt. Stiff, and with the right holster it even holds up my Star Super with NO sag. Of course in the gun community any belt under a couple hundred dollars is just not kewl. My wife uses one with her Witness Pavona, again no sag, and so far she has not complained. She has been using it for going on 3 years now.

160 degree wax can be ordered online, and it is an easy process.

[Mal Paso]

Galco SB2 is the only belt I've warn in years. Even the buckle is tough. Almost fireproof. LOL

[tommag]

I like these, and I've found a good stiff belt is more comfortable than a limber belt whether you are carrying or not. A stiff belt supports a pistol like it's not there. Imho, the belt is more important than the holster.
http://r.search.yahoo.com/_ylt=AwrTcdiDBBlaXi0AMTg3nIlQ;_ylu=X3oDMTBydmltOXB 0BHNlYwNzcgRwb3MDNgRjb2xvA2dxMQR2dGlkAw--/RV=2/RE=1511617795/RO=10/RU=https%3a%2f%2fwww.daltechforce.com%2fcollection s%2fsteel-core-belt/RK=2/RS=ORmAKbTlhG2cBMEIUPHpbON3G5I-

[Artful]

I'm using a Cabella's which has lasted about 10 years but it's due for replacement as I found it's getting too floppy. I also am checking out various belts - I'm thinking of ordering one of these for Xmas. (who better to pick the best present for you).


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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmiWKNVKsHpQ_-nnhD4ZANg

http://www.30dollargunbelt.com/

[Czech_too]

https://www.allamericanclothing.com/made-in-usa/HDB.html

[CIC]

https://www.bullhidebelts.com/

I have several of their belts and I will confirm that there are no finer belts out there for any amount of money.

I will agree that Bullhide belts are a good product. I have been wearing mine almost daily for 2 years and it is rock solid.

[Petrol & Powder]

Everybody has their favorite.
I have a couple of Mitch Rosen belts that are great but they were a bear to break in. They don't look too "gunny" and one has the tapered ends so it looks like a regular belt under a jacket but still has enough leather to securely hold the gun.

A lot of the belts look very "gunny" and if you're trying to keep a low profile, that's an issue.

If you don't care what the belt looks like, you have a lot more options.

[alamogunr]

Everybody has their favorite.
I have a couple of Mitch Rosen belts that are great but they were a bear to break in. They don't look too "gunny" and one has the tapered ends so it looks like a regular belt under a jacket but still has enough leather to securely hold the gun.

A lot of the belts look very "gunny" and if you're trying to keep a low profile, that's an issue.

If you don't care what the belt looks like, you have a lot more options.

Not sure what you mean by "gunny". I do have one a belt by Beltman that I wear for dress. It is heavy enough to carry a small pistol. Most of the belts that have been recommended look similar even if they have a steel liner.

[bosterr]

I have a Beltman too. I wear it every day and for carrying both a full size and 3" steel framed 1911. It took on my natural body curve pretty easily and looks practically new. I haven't seen the need for steel lining.

[Petrol & Powder]

"Gunny" as in "that guy is probably carrying a gun".

The design of some belts just seem to scream "Gun Gear" while others blend in better.

You know when you see the guy in the store with the photographers vest, Cargo pants and the black nylon BDU belt with the parachute riggers buckle and rappelling "D" ring held in place with a Velcro strap? If that guy's not carrying a gun, he should be.

[KCSO]

A german surplus belt I bought 20 years ago and still working. Clean it regulary and re wax it and it will last a while yet.

[NoAngel]

After carrying everyday, all day for 20 years I find that leather SUCKS. I don't care who made it. I had a custom one made that was latigo lined and almost 1/4" thick. After a little over a year it was sagging.

I bought a Glaco reinforced instructors belt a few years ago and have really abused it. It's as firm and upright as the day I bought it.

[Riverpigusmc]

http://agcustomgunleather.com/our-quality-leather-gun-belts/

only belt I will buy or wear. Al goes out of his way to make sure his customers are happy. You will not be sorry if you deal with him

[Handloader109]

I got a crossbreed executive off their blemishes site a month ago. No blemishes I could find and way better than std leather belt. For $40 delivered was a bargain..

[TXGunNut]

Been using El Paso Saddlery holsters for decades, ordered a new holster & matching belt a couple of years ago and have been very impressed. Hand tooling almost too pretty to hide under a shirt or jacket. For a few dollars more than mass-produced leather you can step up to custom craftsmanship that will last quite a few years.

[Bogart]

I use a crossbreed super tuck and bought their belt with itand have been really happy with both. Going on 3 years and still good.
Regards

[Plate plinker]

I like these, and I've found a good stiff belt is more comfortable than a limber belt whether you are carrying or not. A stiff belt supports a pistol like it's not there. Imho, the belt is more important than the holster.
http://r.search.yahoo.com/_ylt=AwrTcdiDBBlaXi0AMTg3nIlQ;_ylu=X3oDMTBydmltOXB 0BHNlYwNzcgRwb3MDNgRjb2xvA2dxMQR2dGlkAw--/RV=2/RE=1511617795/RO=10/RU=https%3a%2f%2fwww.daltechforce.com%2fcollection s%2fsteel-core-belt/RK=2/RS=ORmAKbTlhG2cBMEIUPHpbON3G5I-

Possibly true.

[miniwini]

Believe it or not a good pants belt should be made on a curve like a gun belt is but they are hard to find. El Paso Saddlery has some very nice leather belts that work well. I haven't tried a steel lined belt yet but I will.

I tottaly Agree with you. El Paso Saddlery are best belts. I got Glock 43 Holsters (https://clingerholsters.com/glock-43-holsters/) that fit almost (99%) to all belts but the El Paso Saddlery are Top Top!

[Rick Hodges]

On the strength of recommendations in this thread I ordered a $30 gunbelt....it is everything you guys said it was...well made, stiff and 1/4" thick. I am impressed.

[Ickisrulz]

For the past 8 years I have used a "Real Man's Gun Belt" from Simply Rugged.

https://www.simplyrugged.com/ecommerce/Real-Man-s-Gun-Belt-Single-Layer-of-Leather.cfm?item_id=171&parent=670

[MOA]

Galco makes a great belt, lots of choices. They are also build on a curve that is made specifically for carry.

[nicholst55]

After carrying everyday, all day for 20 years I find that leather SUCKS. I don't care who made it. I had a custom one made that was latigo lined and almost 1/4" thick. After a little over a year it was sagging.

I bought a Glaco reinforced instructors belt a few years ago and have really abused it. It's as firm and upright as the day I bought it.

I had one of these and really liked it; very sturdy belts. Mine disappeared somewhere along the line and I need to replace it.

[myg30]

I have very good results with Aker leather belts. They make a belt that has a plastic liner between two pcs. of leather and is very firm for ccw. 1 1/2 in black or brown. It does NOT scream Gun.
They also have a dress belt that I have not tried yet. Suppose to be firm. I wear blue jeans mostly but these belts are fine with khakis too.
I look for them on sale and never pay over $45. Sounds like a lot to some but I wear this every day at work,8-10 hrs.a day and then at home everyday,all day, all year. Hot, cold, sweating outside yard work. The belt has NOT rolled over on the rear belt loop like most do. 10 yrs old +. Yes it has wear,looks perfect with old jeans now. If I had taken care of it I'm sure it would look better but that why I have a new one for going out, not work. B21- (your size) is the number.
You can get them cheaper depending on your belt size, 30-32" ($24) I've seen them. Galls police supply, Optics planet are just two places I've found them on sale.

Good luck and enjoy your belt.
Mike

[tbobbo]

https://www.bullhidebelts.com/

I have several of their belts and I will confirm that there are no finer belts out there for any amount of money.
I have used the super bio belt for 4 years now.........I can't see how a belt can be tougher. It looks great and has carried many guns. I can't recommend it enough.