For purposes of the test, I did not apply Loctite. 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. He has received military, law enforcement, and private training in the use of firearms. I went hiking and trail running with them on a 1.5 inch belt. 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. 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. document.getElementById("copyright_year").innerHTML = new Date().getFullYear(); Handmade Custom Quality with a Blacked out finish. I then tested them by putting the unloaded firearm in the holster, turning them upside down over a pad, and lightly shaking. The classic 1911 pistol is even better with the Recover Tactical Grip and Rail system in place. Comfort was very good, with no apparent abrasiveness. 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. Both the grip and the holsters came with all tools needed for installation and adjustment. The grips did not impede the function of any of the controls including the ambidextrous safety. (I shudder to think of trigger guard mounted lasers I have installed for customers in the past). 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. Something to keep in mind for those who live in cold environments who are considering using this system. The bottom is open for lights/lasers. Inside view of both holsters. Overall, I do believe the CCH3 Grip and HC11 holster do fulfill a role. These holsters are made with a triple-layered backing. Adding a light and/or laser to a handgun is a must for some, a much sought after option for others. 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. They stayed on securely, and the firearm stayed put. 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 next problem would be how to carry the gun once you placed a rail mounted light and/or laser on it. 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. Ammunition used was American Eagle 180 grain FMJ, Buffalo Bore Heavy 10mm 180 grain, and Cor-Bon 200 Grain RNPN. The button and release of the mechanism were smooth, with no rocking or pushing down on the firearm required. 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. 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. There were no visible cracks in the grips either. I would like to see a more durable type of plastic used for the holsters as well. The wraparound nature of the grips added .23 inches to the grip circumference versus the standard G10 grips I had on the gun previously. If your handgun did not have an integral rail, there were some solutions, not all of them elegant. 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. I started with my hand on the grip as to eliminate any other variables. This model is designed for all 1911 pistols that have the CC3H Grip and Rail system installed. 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 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. The firearm holstered and unholstered easily in both models, with and without under rail attachments (Surefire X400 and Insight M6). 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. Other than that, fit was very good, with no wobble or rattling. Upon inspection after shooting, I noticed gouges already appearing in the softer, flexible lower plastic of the holster. 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. 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. I left them overnight in a chest freezer. The active retention models release is activated by your trigger finger. Using a CED 1000 shot timer and Surefire X400 light/laser, I measured time from draw to an aimed shot at 10 yards. Once installed, the grip did feel noticeably different in the hand. The Recover HC11 Passive Retention 1911 Holster is designed to hold any 1911 that uses the Recover CC3H or CC3P grip and rail system. (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 test platform I installed the grips on was a Wilson Combat 10mm. The MaxClip holster maintains our specialized hybrid design which creates the most comfortable IWB holster available on the market today. The gun felt secure and steady in my hand even while shooting the Heavy 10mm rounds. The HC11 holsters are designed as a system with the CCH3 grips. 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. 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. Results are as follows: I noticed some hang-ups and jerkiness upon reholstering with both models. ), Shell inserted into fracture for a better view of how the paddle cracked. I fired a total of 110 rounds through the gun with the Recover grips and holsters. However, for some departments retention models are required. Before firing the 1911 with the CCH3 grips installed, I ran a few practical tests with the HC11 holsters. White Hat Holsters. Recover Tactical has come up with a system that addressesboth issues, and they were kind enough to send itover to me to try out. They are also loud when unholstering and reholstering, with an audible clack. I backed them out a bit to resolve the issue. The grips are designed for full size, single stack frames with barrels 4.25 inches or longer. 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! This means they will only work with firearms equipped with the grips, not 1911s with an integral rail. Both the CC3H 1911 Grip and Rail and the HC11 Holsters (one with active retention, one without) were easy to understand and install. They are paddle style, and are very flexible, if not overly so, at the top of the paddle. Double layered and stitched for added durability, our holsters come with a lifetime warranty and 30 day trial period. Stay updated with NEW stuff, Giveaways, and Specials! The holster allows for a natural draw, and is compatible with most pistol rail mounted accessories on the market. 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. Per Recovers website, they only have had fit issues with Rock Island GI 1911s and some Taurus PT1911s. Adjustable cant locking wheel between holster and paddle is visible. The passiveretention model released the firearm rather easily during this test. These would not be the best holsters for concealed carry, as they are bulky and sit quite far out from the body. View of the top of the holster, note gouges already apparent on the holster. The active retention model did not. If you have any additional lights and laser attachments, please select those from the drop down list. 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.
Checking all the screws on the grips after firing, none had backed out.
The holsters will only work with a gun that has the CC3H grips installed. A full accessory rail allows you to attach a variety of rail mounted lights and laser accessories. My accuracy was unaffected even with the slightly larger grip circumference. view of the screws in front of the trigger guard and under the dust cover. 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. 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. The holsters are fully adjustable for cant, with a very good locking wheel adjustable by hex key. While installation was fast, I did notice an issue.
Checking all the screws on the grips after firing, none had backed out.
The holsters will only work with a gun that has the CC3H grips installed. A full accessory rail allows you to attach a variety of rail mounted lights and laser accessories. My accuracy was unaffected even with the slightly larger grip circumference. view of the screws in front of the trigger guard and under the dust cover. 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. 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. The holsters are fully adjustable for cant, with a very good locking wheel adjustable by hex key. While installation was fast, I did notice an issue.