Will a krydex holster made for a 19 fit a 26

[george burns]

I have refined my Glock collection down to 3 defensive guns, a, Gen3, 26 & 30 S, and Gen 4, 19, I hardly ever carry them because I can throw an XDS ,or Kahr PM9, in my pocket easier than a larger gun with a larger holster.
I use a remora for 7 yrs now on my Pocket guns.
But with recent events, I am starting to carry either 2 pistols or the 19 with 2 mags. I do put one or the other on the nightstand, with a TLR on it without a holster at bedtime. Of course all have 1 in the pipe.
The question is, since my 19 fits into my plastic, cheapo holster, and krydex Glock 26 holsters, "open bottom", will the 26 fit into a new holster I am ordering from Omega, or are their measurements too precise, and for that matter, 2 other manufacturers, of quality, "over $100.00, holsters, told me the 30 will fit in the 19 holster since they are so close in dimensions.
I originally was going to order a light bearing holster for my TLR-4, but the more I look the less practical it looks. Since most use the light to secure the tension on the gun, I am thinking that over time it may break or damage the light. Plus it becomes a matter of how big is too big, it would have to be OWB, as I can't see sticking all of this between my body and my pants. Otherwise it's just going to be a container for the nightstand.
Has anyone tried this with other than a tactical, "work" holster, and if so how did it work. Perhaps I should just leave off the laser/light until I am home.
I really only see a need for the TLR at night when asleep and having to respond out of a deep sleep, although it is a nice addition and allows you to make some interesting shots, plus the light is a big help and although I have multiple tac lights that can blind an uninvited guest, you need to remember at 3AM to grab one, or you can be stumbling around your own house. when things go wrong fast.
Needless to say, but I will anyway, there is a box with several mags for each gun, clearly labeled that the main gun I am using sits on, they all have a front Night sight.

 

[VoodooMountain]

All my glock kydex holsters fit any glock if the same family if it is smaller.....so a 19 holster fits my 26 and my 17 holster fits them all. Should be the same for any glock holster that uses the trigger guard for retention.

 

[JTQ]

Will a krydex holster made for a 19 fit a 26

Yes.

It is very common, especially for IWB holsters to use the longer barreled model holster for the shorter guns as it provides more stability IWB.

 

[george burns]

Does anyone carry with a TLR on their gun?

 

[JTQ]

I don't.

Here's Tucker Gun Leather's take on mounted lights...

http://www.tuckergunleather.com/faq/

Q. Does Tucker recommend carrying a defensive pistol with a light attached to an accessory rail?

A. Tucker says, "If you're on a SWAT team, go for it. If not, your pistol is a quick-response tool for a sudden and extreme self-defense situation. If you have a light on the gun, you may find it distracting enough to slow down your response." (YMMV-Have your pistol your way.)

 

[george burns]

Thanks for the response. I agree with that, which is why I bought one that is rail mounted, I was just trying to use that particular gun, the 19 with Ghost mag extension, and front NS, for the nightstand, and wanted to make sure I didn't grab for it and mistakenly catch the trigger on something when waking out of a deep sleep. Thus the idea for either a holster or pistol containment system of some type rather than just letting her sit on top of the ammo box with my keys tac light, and whatever else I just removed from my pockets.
Also the wife goes to sleep early and I try not to make a racket when preparing the house at night with alarms etc.
I will probably not carry it outside of the house, unless there were a situation which called for me needing to go outside after someone, which I would avoid at all costs, "hopefully that's when the Police arrive", but we never know, as I mentioned before it's happened 20 yrs ago.
Police took about 45 minutes to show up, and really didn't understand what in fact I was telling the civilian 911 operator.

 

[JTQ]

If you're looking for a holster for a G19 with a light mounted, there are lots of them. Let me know if you want some makers listed. Most will be kydex holsters though, as there are very few non-duty leather holster for guns with mounted lights. There are some, but not many.

 

[FAS1]

I was just trying to use that particular gun, the 19 with Ghost mag extension, and front NS, for the nightstand, and wanted to make sure I didn't grab for it and mistakenly catch the trigger on something when waking out of a deep sleep. Thus the idea for either a holster or pistol containment system of some type rather than just letting her sit on top of the ammo box with my keys tac light, and whatever else I just removed from my pockets.

Holstered and contained



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[Telekinesis]

I carry a Glock 19 with a TLR1 in a AIWB holster (that I made, so sorry I can't point you to a manufacturer). It's not too bad concealment wise as the majority of the added bulk is below your waist line.

Light bearing holsters use the light as the primary retention because having the light on the gun means the holster can't grab the trigger guard anymore. Don't worry about the holster hurting the light, if there was enough tension to do that then the gun would be so difficult to remove from the holster that you wouldn't carry it anyway (note there may still be finish wear as with any holster).

On carrying a gun with a light, if you can conceal it I'd recommend doing it. I don't buy the argument that it'll be so complex or bright as to distract you from actually using your gun. This is especially true if you're already going to use a light for HD and are just deciding whether or not to carry the gun/light combo. The nice thing about attached lights is that they don't alter the function of your gun in any way. If you don't think you have time to use the light, then guess what - you don't have to use it. But it does give you the option if you need it.

If the light is on your gun you also don't have to fumble around in your pocket for the light or worry what to do with the flashlight while you reload or clear a malfunction. Having the light on your gun also lets you use 2 hands on the gun while shooting as opposed to techniques with handheld lights which cause you to compromise your grip on the gun, the light, or both. I see no downside to carrying a light attached to your carry gun apart from concealability.

Note this last bit only refers to while you have a legitimate reason to have the gun out. I'm not sugguesting that you pull your gun out anytime you need a flashlight. You should be carrying a handheld flashlight for those kinda things anyway.

 

[JTQ]

There are a lot of differing opinions on weapons mounted lights, and here is another viewpoint from Tom Givens of Rangemaster Training.

Weapon-Mounted Lights for Private Citizens https://www.usconcealedcarry.com/weapon-mounted-lights-for-private-citizens/

I've seen a handful of others (professional trainers) comment similarly, that for the bad guy to attack you, there needs to be enough light for him to see you, which would mean you'd have enough light to see him.

Of course there are no doubt just as many pro trainers that will say you absolutely should have a light on your gun.

Everybody needs to assess their own situation and figure out what works best for them.

 

[george burns]

I us the laser/light, on my property at night, there is no outside light other than the coach lights and a motion detector, that both light me up when I take out my dog, 3 or 4 times after dark.
I would be easy to pick off by someone lying in wait or thieves hitting the homes on either side of me which have been vacant for about a month now. So there is no light at all and you can just see your night sights. But anyone looking to rob me, could easily see inside my glass doors into my home.
Thus the light/laser. I can light up the entire circumference if I hear something, anything that would be out there after dark, it doesn't belong there.
I have wild pigs in the area as well as wild dogs and who knows what else?
So in this case and when I go to bed it is pitch dark. Obviously anything that got into my home after dark doesn't belong there either, so it's going to get lit up as soon as I sense a noise, and frankly trying to grab 2 items at once in bed, is really a hit and miss scenario.
A few weeks ago I heard a noise out back while walking the dog, and some animal was peering at me through the bushes, I have no clue what it was, and of course it posed no threat, but was glad I had the light. If you live in FL, you know when the choppers are hovering overhead for half an hour, that they are looking for someone, usually a car. But sometimes robbers or home invaders, so it pays to be alert and prepared.

 

[JTQ]

Why not walk your dog with a flashlight in your hand, and your gun holstered? Are you saying you're walking around with your gun in your hand and using the light on the gun to illuminate your yard? I'd not do that, but you can do whatever you feel comfortable with.

I don't know if these things work with the light attached, but there are a lot of companies making such devices if you're looking for something to protect your trigger when the gun is on a nightstand...

RCS Gear Vanguard & Vanguard II http://raven-concealment-systems1.mybigcommerce.com/vanguard-holster-system/

Dale Fricke Zacchaeus http://dalefrickeholsters.com/product/zacchaeus-concealment-holster/