In a lot of cases, most commercial Kydex holster manufacturers give few choices and options.
That is, until now.
Today, I review the custom options Blackhawk offers.
Blackhawk – one of the biggest names in the tactical market – offers custom holsters and carry gear as part of this new program.
Having It Your Way
There are so many choices.
The website is easy to navigate, and the order process can be completed in minutes.
You start by selecting your favorite mode of carrying, inside the waistband or outside the waistband.
Selecting a custom holster on the Blackhawk website is simple and straightforward. Here, the author is ordering an IWB rig.
I selected the latter.
The next step in the process is selecting the pistol.
Here is where you pick the manufacturer and model of your pistol.
Here, the author is ordering a custom dump tray. It can be had in a variety of colors and patterns.
I made my custom holster to fit mySpringfield Armory Hellcat RDP.
The next step is to pick the color, or pattern, for the exterior of the holster.
There are a number of choices, from solid colors to camo patterns to specialty prints.
Spare ammunition can be carried in a custom pouch like these available for pistol and rifle magazines.
I selected Kryptek Typhoon, the gray, black & white pattern.
After choosing the color scheme, youll have to decide the belt loop sizing for your holster.
The final choice in the design of the custom holster revolves around the sights of your pistol.
The author’s Springfield Hellcat RDP pistol was a perfect fit in this custom Blackhawk holster featuring a Kryptek camo pattern.
Now my holster is done, and its on to the magazine carrier.
I selected a single mag carrier.
The next step is to again pick your manufacturer and model to create your carrier.
From this position, you can see the author’s Blackhawk holster is equipped with a sweat guard and solid belt loops.
Not a big deal.
The next step on the magazine carrier is to choose the color.
Given that this is a wrap-around, one-piece model, you only choose one color for the mag carrier.
The author selected a customized single mag pouch with a matching Kryptek camo finish.
I again picked the Kryptek Typhoon, so as to match my holster.
The next step with your single mag carrier is to pick the belt clip size.
Your choices are a 1.5 belt clip or the Ulti Clip.
Another cool option in the Blackhawk custom line is a custom dump tray.
You only have two choices to make when you order the dump tray.
I, of course, went with the Kryptek Typhoon.
Then you could choose the color or pattern of the tray itself.
For the tray itself you have the choice of solid colors or different colors of carbon fiber patterns.
Its a nice contrast to the Kryptek Typhoon insert and makes it easier to find in dim light.
What really shocked me is how fast my custom order was processed and shipped.
My first impressions of the manufacturing, fit and finish on all three products were very positive.
There was only one thing left to do; to use it.
Hands-On
The best way to review something like a holster and mag carrier is to use it.
I liked this set-up so much that I kept using it for over a week.
I was pleasantly surprised how comfortable it was to wear this OWB holster for everyday carry.
I also did a range sessionrunning pistol training drills.
I did the Gunsite School Drill with it, and all presentations were perfect.
My last test was a simple retention test.
I mentioned before that the holster has a very positive retention, but how tight is it?
My favorite retention test is the gravity test.
Now, that is good retention.
Conclusion
My conclusion?
This is a great holster.
Not only is it comfortable, secure and safe, but it sure looks good.
Now my only problem will be picking out the look of my next custom Blackhawk holster!
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