Sawhorse Kid Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 What holster is the most appropriate for a 72 open top? Do I use one designed for a 51 navy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Springfield Slim SASS #24733 Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 That is pretty close, due to both not having a top strap. And before I made new holsters for my '72's that is exactly what I did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trailrider #896 Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 The only caveat with open-top holsters is to be sure the throat is formed out enough so the hammer spur has room, and isn't apt to be cocked when holstering the gun. The other option is to cut away the front of the top of the holster to clear the hammer. The majority of holster of the period used the first method, and the hammer spur was submerged. I always recommend placing the thumb on the back of the hammer when holstering to prevent accidental cocking or partial cocking when holstering the gun, and also to detect if the hammer spur or the nose of the hammer accidentally is contacted by the holster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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