Anyone use a cross chest holster for large framed revolvers?

[Rockrivr1]

So I'm thinking of getting a cross chest holster for my 629/29 for when out hiking and hunting. Have to imagine it's an easier method of carry then any other option when out in the woods. If you have carried this way what did you think? Also, what holster did you go with? I'd rather go leather then some of the Kydex options I've seen but there are lots of options out there. Any suggestions would be beneficial.

 

[red rick]

I use one for my Ruger Redhawk . Diamond D Guides Choice . Very nice high quality chest holster .

 

[Risky buisness]

Used them for years. Diamond W chest rig. Their in Alaska.
Both working in the hills, timber or about anywhere else im sold on the concept. With limited acreage on the waistline using a big buttpack this worked perfectly when going hunting.
I used the full flap version, which was also removable and it afforded lots of protection for the smith .45 i habitually carried.

 

[Pat Riot]

I am also interested in this subject. Thanks for posting this @Rockrivr1

 

[trackskippy]

While not a true across the chest holster, The old school military "Tanker" rigs work well for that sort of carry. El Paso Saddlery does a good job of them too. I have a number of their hosters for a general/special use sort of thing for different guns. They are real handy for a second, special use gun you just want to throw on and bring along.

This one is for 4" K/L frames....


Have one for my Governor too....



Ive been using this one for the Glock I use as a practice gun and of all of them, it gets daily use.

 

[WrongHanded]

I've used a Simply Rugged pancake holster with the Chesty Puller harness to carry my Redhawk. Honestly it's not that great. It's okay, but I'm guessing there are better options.

 

[Rexster]

The El Paso Saddlery 1942 holster, a type generally referred to as the “tanker” style, is a quite comfortable way to tote a large handgun. I have them, for the 1911, and SAA-type revolvers.

Mernickle Leather makes a nice chest rig, but I only have the holster body, bought pre-owned, cheaply, without the harness, so, I cannot say how well the harness part works. I rigged a camera strap, to wear it across-the-chest. (I already had Mernickle belt holsters, so knew what to expect, regarding quality.)

 

[Steve Milbocker]

This rig is named the Wyoming Holster. It is very comfortable and quite versatile as it is easy to shift it to under the arm if so desired.

 

[sequins]

I use the galco Kodiak holster with the relief for a scope. I can very comfortably and securely stow my ruger super redhawk 7.5" /w 4x28 Leupold scope. It's a really, really nice holster.

 

[DR505]

I use one for my Ruger Redhawk . Diamond D Guides Choice . Very nice high quality chest holster .

I too use the Diamond D leather Guide's Choice, made in Alaska. I got it for my various 4" N-Frame revolvers (used for hunting back-up) as the rig does not get in the way of my backpack waist belt as a standard belt holster would. I used to have a regular holster affixed to my backpack waist strap, but the chest rig is better as I can drop the pack and still have my sidearm. They are not cheap, but well worth the cost.

https://www.diamonddcustomleather.com/products/guides-choice-chest-holster

 

[Sistema1927]

I've used a Simply Rugged pancake holster with the Chesty Puller harness to carry my Redhawk. Honestly it's not that great. It's okay, but I'm guessing there are better options.

My experience has been just the opposite. Good thing that there are lots of options in this one size doesn't fit all world.

 

[Lnf Crzr]

Galco makes a nice one called the Kodiak. The cool thing about that is you can adjust it while it’s on ya. I like it low above my left hip almost like a cross draw. Yet with a pull of the strap it’s up by my Chest if need for back pack belt room.
I can carry all day and not be uncomfortable. Need to get the cartridge loops sleeve for it. A scope open top model is also available.

 

[CodeSection]

My SIL and I use a Diamond D Leather Guide's Choice Leather Chest Holster (https://www.diamonddcustomleather.com/products/guides-choice-chest-holster) for our Alaskans .44 Mags. We each have the "Reload 41/44/454/6-Round" accessory (https://www.diamonddcustomleather.com/products/guides-choice-reload).

When speaking with the manager at Diamond D, she recommended the "Reload 6-Round" over speedloader pouches because the speedloader pouches are very bulky and the leather strap goes through the middle of the speedloader pouch and not in the back of the speedloader pouch. Thus, she said the speedloader pouch will dig into the chest and feel uncomfortable.

In addition, we each ordered extra strap screws (https://www.diamonddcustomleather.com/products/assortment-of-extra-screws).

 

[Nasty Canasta]

+1 for the Tanker. keeps the gun in the perfect spot for quick access while keeping it out of the way if you're also carrying a pack, binoculars, or need to shoulder a rifle.

 

[nick22]

I carried my Glock 20 in an gunfighter chest holster while not my 629 it's still a good sized handgun. I loved having the pistol in the chest rig it slid behind my binoculars enough to be mostly out of the way but enough grip exposed to be readily accessible. It never interfered with my large backpack. It was very good holster.

 

[desmobob]

I use an inexpensive padded Nylon one for my T/C Contender 10" 30/30 for deer hunting. I think a cross-chest rig is ideal for big hunting handguns.

 

[NeroM]

Chest holster? Yes.
FA83 in an pieced together holster/harness

And M25 in a Desantis chest

 

[CraigC]

Yep, quite a few. It's a comfortable way to carry, especially for a big scoped hunting rig.

7X Leather, the best I've used:


DiamondD


I've got two El Paso Tanker rigs


And I've made a couple

 

[Lnf Crzr]

From the Images- I see Many 4” length wheel guns. I like my 6” & 6.5” for the added velocity and sight radius.
For Defense against 4 legged friends I dont think a extra 2” would slow my draw and trigger time on target by much more then a 1/4 a second or less.

Regarding the OP, What barrel length you have ? @ RockRivr1

So I'm thinking of getting a cross chest holster for my 629/29 for when out hiking and hunting. Have to imagine it's an easier method of carry then any other option when out in the woods. If you have carried this way what did you think? Also, what holster did you go with? I'd rather go leather then some of the Kydex options I've seen but there are lots of options out there. Any suggestions would be beneficial.

 

[bangswitch]

Another Tanker holster fan. I have one for my N frames from El Paso, and one for my 1911's from Enger-Kress, a WWII issue.

 

[Barry the Bear]

chest? no
I use its older sister the shoulder holster

 

[holl]

I have three of these and love them. I've never had better customer service when asking questions either. I'm 6'3" 285 lbs,.l wear a 2xl shirt and these fit comfortably with room to spare.

https://mangearalaska.com/

 

[Obturation]

I've got a gunfighters Inc Kenai chest holster that fits a super redhawk.its a kydex holster and the straps have a little stretch, overall it's an excellent holster but I don't use it a lot. I appreciate that it can carry a heavy revolver without any discomfort, chose this one specifically because it wasn't leather. Nothing against leather and I have a lot of good leather but it stays wet longer , weighs more and takes additional care to maintain . I got the Kenai holster specifically for camping/hiking when I will only have 1 firearm and I want to keep it close for potentially several days out in the elements. I'm happy with it, YMMV

https://gunfightersinc.com/shop/ready-to-ship-kenai-chest-holsters/

 

[Pat Riot]

When speaking with the manager at Diamond D, she recommended the "Reload 6-Round" over mag pouches because the mag pouches are very bulky and the leather strap goes through the middle of the mag pouch and not in the back of the mag pouch. Thus, she said the mag pouch will dig into the chest and feel uncomfortable.

Did you mean “speedloader pouch”?

 

[CodeSection]

Did you mean “speedloader pouch”?

Yes, my bad.... Thanks for pointing that out as I have now corrected it!