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These days,
the fastest growing shooting sport in the USA is that of Cowboy
Action Shooting, and deservedly so. The action is quick, the
targets are close, and the guns and clothing are as close to
authentic Old West as can be. After acquiring the guns needed to
participate in the sport, the next step is leather. Authentic
leather. While there are dozens of good choices in a belt and
holster rig, a good shoulder holster rig is harder to come by.
You just can’t shoot a cowboy match wearing an Uncle
Mike’s nylon shoulder rig. That’s a hanging offense at a
Cowboy Action shoot! It’s like serving bacon at a bar
mitzvah; it just ain’t done. If you need a good shoulder
rig that you can wear proudly at any cowboy match, or just want
a well-built and great looking Old West shoulder rig, Dillon
has the answer with their "Doc Holliday"
shoulder holster.
The "Doc
Holliday" is part of Dillon’s authentically-styled, yet
very affordable Western leather line. These holsters exhibit
good quality in both materials and workmanship, and this
shoulder rig is a very comfortable way to carry a sixgun all
day, without the weight of a gun and belt on the hips. The
"Doc" rig carries the gun either under the arm, or as
most prefer, slightly forward of that position across the chest.
Recently, during a full week of shooting at the NRA's
Whittington Center in Raton, NM, my little brother and
illustrious webmaster, Boge, wore the "Doc
Holliday" rig every day, all day, carrying a Ruger
Birdshead Vaquero. The gun carried well and
out-of-the-way whether shooting other handguns or shooting
rifles. As can be seen in the photos, Boge is a big ol’ boy,
but the gun never got in his way. Boge is also an excellent
guitar picker, and he still wore the Dillon rig while playing
each evening, without the gun ever getting in the way of his
six-string. In fact, I never did see him take that holster off.
He might have even worn it in the shower, but I wasn’t about
to look! I really don’t need to see that.
For a
well-built and authentic Old West shoulder holster to fit Ruger
Vaqueros or Colt single actions and copies, look into the
"Doc Holiday" shoulder rig. You can check out
Dillon’s entire line of cowboy leather and loading equipment
online at: www.dillonprecision.com.
Jeff Quinn
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Dillon's "Doc Holliday" shoulder holster is
the perfect solution for shooters desiring something a bit
different in an "Old-West" style rig.
The "Doc" rig rides perfectly and is
adjustable over a wide range of carry positions. More
comfortable for extended wear than most modern shoulder
holsters, the "Doc" rig is exceptionally-suited for
wearing while seated in a vehicle, on a tractor, or around the
campfire playing the guitar. Dillon truly ships these holsters
to fit any body size; in fact, Boge trimmed off a lot of
leather to adjust the size down to his frame!
As we have come to expect from Dillon gun leather, the
"Doc Holliday" rig is precisely made from top-notch
materials and features quality workmanship throughout.
The simple but effective "hammer loop"
retention strap is adjustable for a wide variety of hammer
sizes & locations.
The "three-way joint" where the straps come
together at the back is a key to the adjustability and comfort
of the "Doc Holliday" holster.
"Isn't that a daisy?"
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