Wearing Holsters

[John E.B. Rawton]

The handbook reads.

“Main match holsters must be located one on each side of the belly button and separated by at least the width of two fists at the belt.“

I imagine this as two strong side or two crossdraw or maybe a strong side and a crossdraw. 

Obviously one can not have two right/left holsters on the same side. But what about a left hand strong side and a right hand crossdraw?

both holsters are on the left side of the buckle but drawn with different hands. 

And then, if it is not a main match or category, would holster placement be an issue?

[McCandless]

 

 

 

9 minutes ago, John E.B. Rawton said:

The handbook reads.

“Main match holsters must be located one on each side of the belly button and separated by at least the width of two fists at the belt.“

I imagine this as two strong side or two crossdraw or maybe a strong side and a crossdraw.  Correct.

 

Obviously one can not have two right/left holsters on the same side.

But what about a left hand strong side and a right hand crossdraw?  Left Hand Stong Side and a Cross Draw on the other side of the belly button is fine.

both holsters are on the left side of the buckle but drawn with different hands.  No

And then, if it is not a main match or category, would holster placement be an issue?  Yes

 

[Painted Mohawk SASS 77785]

Good try !!!  I have to admit it would be different & for some it would work.. if it was allowed.

[Guest Texas jack Black SASS#9362]

I thought winter was over?  

[BLACKFOOT SASS #11947]

8 minutes ago, Texas jack Black SASS#9362 said:

I thought winter was over?  

 

Rain?

 

 

[Griff]

Good grief!  If folks applied ½ the ingenuity they spend on ways to gain an advantage, that "transporter" from "Star Trek" would already be in production!

[PaleWolf Brunelle, #2495L]

9 hours ago, John E.B. Rawton said:

The handbook reads.

“Main match holsters must be located one on each side of the belly button and separated by at least the width of two fists at the belt.“

I imagine this as two strong side or two crossdraw or maybe a strong side and a crossdraw. 

Obviously one can not have two right/left holsters on the same side. But what about a left hand strong side and a right hand crossdraw?

both holsters are on the left side of the buckle but drawn with different hands. 

And then, if it is not a main match or category, would holster placement be an issue?

 

X = holster (any type)

* = belly button

X * X = OK

XX * = NOT OK

* XX = NOT OK

 

 

 

 

 

[John E.B. Rawton]

1 hour ago, Griff said:

Good grief!  If folks applied ½ the ingenuity they spend on ways to gain an advantage, 

 ? Advantage? Don’t see any advantage over any other holster position. 

 

My point was “main match”.

 

If I was not shooting a main match or let’s say shooting JWS which is not even a sass category, would it apply,

to which the question posed was answered.

Thanks.  

[Hells Comin]

X*XX

[El Hombre Sin Nombre]

1 hour ago, John E.B. Rawton said:

 ? Advantage? Don’t see any advantage over any other holster position. 

 

My point was “main match”.

 

If I was not shooting a main match or let’s say shooting JWS which is not even a sass category, would it apply,

to which the question posed was answered.

Thanks.  

Since Josey Wales is not an official category, it would be up to the club. Using Pale Wolf’s example, I have seen it like this

 

XX*XX

[Marauder SASS #13056]

4 hours ago, PaleWolf Brunelle, #2495L said:

 

X = holster (any type)

* = belly button

X * X = OK

XX * = NOT OK

* XX = NOT OK

 

 

 

 

 

But what about:

* X *

 

[Tennessee williams]

Exactly how much of that crossdraw pistol can be past the bellybutton? None,Handle, hammer, half the cylinder?

[Tyrel Cody]

10 minutes ago, Tennessee williams said:

Exactly how much of that crossdraw pistol can be past the bellybutton? None,Handle, hammer, half the cylinder?

 

Rules don’t say anything about the gun, it’s the holster that’s important 

[Abilene, SASS # 27489]

4 hours ago, Marauder SASS #13056 said:

But what about:

* X *

 

 

Siamese Twins?  We will need to add a few pages to the rulebook.  

[Tom Bullweed]

Technically, *XX could be okay if the second X was treated like the bb was between the two holsters.  A 225 degree dance would likely be required.

Still looking for the advantages....

 

[John E.B. Rawton]

33 minutes ago, Tom Bullweed said:

Technically, *XX could be okay if the second X was treated like the bb was between the two holsters.  A 225 degree dance would likely be required.

Still looking for the advantages....

 

Not looking for advantages. My game is not about speed or an edge over the other cowboys. I like thinking about style points since my only competition is me. I figure the longer I take to shoot a stage the more fun I have. I like 6-8 minute matches myself. 

[Equanimous Phil]

5 hours ago, John E.B. Rawton said:

I like thinking about style points

 

So, start thinking about a fancy counterweight on the other side of your gunbelt

[Texas Lizard]

On 5/27/2019 at 6:05 AM, PaleWolf Brunelle, #2495L said:

 

X = holster (any type)

* = belly button

X * X = OK

XX * = NOT OK

* XX = NOT OK

 

 

 

 

 

* = belly button...Is this for inny belly button or outty belly button???  Just wondering...

 

Texas Lizard

[Hells Comin]

2 belly buttons = 

X*XX*X

These days you probably can have your belly button moved to the right or left of center. Can you wear  3 holsters but only use any 2 at a time? 

[PaleWolf Brunelle, #2495L]

43 minutes ago, Hells Comin said:

.....

. Can you wear  3 holsters but only use any 2 at a time? 

 

NO.

"...one on each side..."

2 sides (L & R) = 2 holsters

 

 

[Utah Bob #35998]

I think two holster on one side would get you negative style points. 

[PaleWolf Brunelle, #2495L]

1 minute ago, Utah Bob #35998 said:

I think two holster on one side would get you negative style points. 

 

...and a two-stage limit per match.

 

[Abilene, SASS # 27489]

19 minutes ago, PaleWolf Brunelle, #2495L said:

 

NO.

"...one on each side..."

2 sides (L & R) = 2 holsters

 

 

 

When that rule was introduced, Gunzilla had to stop wearing this rig:

 

[Turkey Flats Jack]

1 hour ago, Abilene, SASS # 27489 said:

 

When that rule was introduced, Gunzilla had to stop wearing this rig:

 

 

Not sure why. He could still wear the rig he would just have to only carry 2 main match pistols. He could put pocket pistols in the other set of holsters. 

Pg. 3 SHB

- Main match holsters must be located one on each side of the belly button and separated by at least the width of two fists at the belt. (Note: Pocket pistol and derringer holsters are not “main match” holsters)

 

Same thing would apply to the OP. He could have 2 holsters on one side but only 1 of which could carry a main match revolver. Just a pain at the unloading table having to pull ALL that iron out to show clear. 

 

 

[John E.B. Rawton]

3 hours ago, Utah Bob #35998 said:

I think two holster on one side would get you negative style points. 

 

It is only about where the pistols are drawn from. Style is in the eye of the beholder. 

[PaleWolf Brunelle, #2495L]

Quote

 

REVOLVERS

Revolver Requirements

...

.  No more than two main match revolvers may be carried to the firing line.

 

SHB p.38

 

Your questions have been addressed regarding the application of SASS rules.

"Optional" (non-SASS) category regs may vary significantly as they are up to the MD/club offering those categories.

I would suggest seeking additional information from those sources.

 

 

[John E.B. Rawton]

6 hours ago, PaleWolf Brunelle, #2495L said:

SHB p.38

 

Your questions have been addressed regarding the application of SASS rules.

"Optional" (non-SASS) category regs may vary significantly as they are up to the MD/club offering those categories.

I would suggest seeking additional information from those sources.

 

 

 

Agreed! i got my answer way back when. Appreciate the replies and humor. Thanks. 

[Equanimous Phil]

10 hours ago, Turkey Flats Jack said:

Not sure why. He could still wear the rig he would just have to only carry 2 main match pistols. He could put pocket pistols in the other set of holsters. 

Pg. 3 SHB

 

But as he's not allowed to use the shells from those "bandoleers" he would also need an additional shotgun belt, .... or sliders, ......  or his pockets full of shells

[Sedalia Dave]

12 hours ago, Abilene, SASS # 27489 said:

 

When that rule was introduced, Gunzilla had to stop wearing this rig:

 

 

If you  look close you can see two pocket pistols holstered right above the large conchos. Looks like he is carrying a total of 6 pistols and a shotgun.

[Turkey Flats Jack]

7 hours ago, Sedalia Dave said:

If you  look close you can see two pocket pistols holstered right above the large conchos. Looks like he is carrying a total of 6 pistols and a shotgun.

 

well dang I missed those lol

[Abilene, SASS # 27489]

IIRC, with that outfit the two smaller guns were single shot percussion pistols.