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Offline ROKTMAN

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Neck Holsters?
« on: September 02, 2006, 03:18:17 PM »
If this has been discussed before(I couldn`t find it) sorry.Is this possible? Is it too heavy for this carry method?Does anyone make one?

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Re: Neck Holsters?
« Reply #1 on: September 03, 2006, 01:55:35 AM »
Welcome Rok' - :)

I know of no neck holster a such but - you may find this sho rig of interest from Ken Null.

''SMZ (Smertch) shoulder holster.

I bought one and will use it occasionally - novel design and effective, tho maybe not for everyone.

http://www.klnullholsters.com/

You should be able to find it on his site.
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Re: Neck Holsters?
« Reply #2 on: September 03, 2006, 03:55:18 AM »
ThankSS for the welcome R9. My R9s will arrive Tu so I`ll have to see what will be the best carry method.I have used a Seecamp in the pocket holster by  Kramer for many years for backup as a LEO.Since I am retired I have just been carrying a small auto as a primary...not good I know.I think the Rohrbaugh will fill the void and allow discreet carry while providing sufficient stopping power.  

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Re: Neck Holsters?
« Reply #3 on: September 03, 2006, 05:54:50 PM »
Chris: I also got a Ken Null shoulder holster and it is very interesting to use. I am still playing with it at this time and has not yet mastered it's unique drawing technique!

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Re: Neck Holsters?
« Reply #4 on: September 03, 2006, 07:39:29 PM »
I contacted  Mike Benedict from TDS about making a kydex neck rig...he couldn`t do it.

The Ken Null stuff looks fantastic.I`m going to see what it looks like on TU and go from there.Possibly a laynyard ring with a breakaway strap on the lanyard.

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Re: Neck Holsters?
« Reply #5 on: September 03, 2006, 10:19:10 PM »
Blue Grips - two things with that Ken Null deal - some folks may not like that the muzzle points into the axillary area (armpit!!) - tho it does not bother me.

The draw tho does for sure have to exert the correct twist motion to unpop the popper - a bit of experimenting and it is not too bad - definitely tho something to work on.

Potentially I think that rig - for me anyways - will be excellent as an option in winter.  Here's pic of mine for anyone interested -


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Re: Neck Holsters?
« Reply #6 on: September 05, 2006, 09:24:29 AM »
ROKTMAN:

First of all, let me welcome you to the Forum!

Ron Graham makes neck holsters for the NAA line of Mini Revolvers.  Here's a link to the page:

http://www.palehorseholsters.com/exotic.htm .  He might be persuaded to make one for one of the R9s.  However, the 13+ ounce weight of a loaded R9, although negligible when carried in a pocket or belt holster, would appear to me to make for a pretty heavy "necklace" to wear for any length of time.
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Re: Neck Holsters?
« Reply #7 on: September 06, 2006, 11:42:55 PM »
ThankSS Richard.I did email Ross on it and Ron agreed to do it.I have a pretty big neck and do wear one of his fine NAA neck rigs daily.

I am waiting on a return email with the phone # so we can finalize the order.Maybe tomorrow I will get it.

ThankSS for the welcome and feedback on it.

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Re: Neck Holsters?
« Reply #8 on: September 06, 2006, 11:47:45 PM »
I have tried neck carry, and it isn't something I can recommend for a gun.  The gun will bounce around a bit, which isn't good when you need to draw it.  If your shirt is tucked in, your draw will be slow.  You also start the draw with the gun pointed at your head.

Ken Null makes some neat products and is good to deal with.  Just make sure you will be comfortable with that style shoulder harness.
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Re: Neck Holsters?
« Reply #9 on: September 07, 2006, 01:35:55 AM »
ThankSS Bill.I might try the Ken Null holster.It seems  to be well received here as one of the best.ThankSS again.I will have to say I did have success with the NAA neck holster from Ron.I wear my shirts out since I retired ,no uniform for me! :)
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Re: Neck Holsters?
« Reply #10 on: September 07, 2006, 07:45:27 AM »
Comp Tac has one.

I would hold out for a Ron Graham if he will make one.

Here's Comp Tac

http://www.comp-tac.com/


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Re: Neck Holsters?
« Reply #11 on: September 07, 2006, 10:31:22 PM »
ThankSS for ther link but Comp Tac won`t make one for the R9.

I haven`t been able to get a response from Ross at Pale Horse Leather to get a phone # to call and place the order.Maybe too busy .
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Re: Neck Holsters?
« Reply #12 on: September 07, 2006, 10:37:58 PM »
I will tell you that Ross and Ron from Ron Graham Holsters are great guys to deal with.
 I know that they are busy.

Given time, RJ would be able to come up with something.
I think he is busy developing his next generation pocket holster.

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Re: Neck Holsters?
« Reply #13 on: September 07, 2006, 11:59:43 PM »
I own several Ron Graham holsters.  He is good to deal with.

Ross and the Pale Horse website deal with customer service, which frees him to make holsters.
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Re: Neck Holsters?
« Reply #14 on: September 08, 2006, 02:34:49 AM »
Yep,just ordered the neck carry from Ross.They are fine holstermakers.I have a neck carry for the NAA and a pocket holster for it as well.

I am sure this will be no different than the other fine holsters from Ron.I appreciate him making a  non standard holster for me on the Rohrbaugh.

I,like most have tried most everything in my time.In law enforcement I used primarily Kramer horsehide and Galco jackass shoulder rigs with a Alessi or two thrown in for special situations.

ThankSS for all the help Ross and Ron and all who helped me on this.  :)