Look back at photographs of handguns from the 1900s through the 1970s.
Fine hand-checkering was used on firearms parts that you would never see it on today.
One lieutenant in the Civil Division carried a snubbie revolver that was aftermarket gold-plated and equipped with pearl-handled grips.
The author tested the Versacarry Luna holster with the company’s Underground Carry Belt and a Springfield SA-35. Image: Owen P. Wagner
khaki thread is used in stitching to stand out adding to the look.
I matched the holster with the same pattern for the Underground Carry belt.
Currently the only buckle color is silver, but a gold color buckle would look awesome as well.
Part of the company’s Vintage Series, the Versacarry Luna is an outside-the-waistband rig made with water buffalo hide. Image: Owen P. Wagner
Chicago screws hold the buckle in place.
Wear-Tested
The Luna holster Itested fit the Springfield Armory SA-35I own.
In elegance, the SA-35 has no peer among production 9mm pistols.
The Underground Carry Belt proved to be a reliable anchor system for the SA-35 and Luna holster. Image: Owen P. Wagner
The all-steel SA-35 weighs in at 31.5 oz.
The draw angle is naturally smooth and re-holstering is easy.
The comfort of the rig was excellent, especially as the belt became more flexible.
Water buffalo hide is a tough leather that serves well for a daily carry holster like the Luna. Image: Owen P. Wagner
Better still, it is also reasonably priced a custom-quality rig priced like those that are mass-produced.
During testing, the author carried his SA-35 in the Luna in a range of activities — including on this hike. Image: Owen P. Wagner
The author found that the Luna kept the pistol tight against the body for improved concealment. Image: Owen P. Wagner