Led McSlingin Posted January 8 Share Posted January 8 Hello Sass community. Just getting into this hobby and wondering if anyone is using Tjayz holsters? Looking into a drop loop holster with a crossdraw holster. Any info would be appreciated. Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
July Smith Posted January 8 Share Posted January 8 Never heard of that brand so don't have an opinion one way or the other. When I first started most recommended either Kirkpatrick or Mernickle. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eyesa Horg Posted January 8 Share Posted January 8 20 minutes ago, July Smith said: Never heard of that brand so don't have an opinion one way or the other. When I first started most recommended either Kirkpatrick or Mernickle. Also J-M Leather. He did a great job on Ellie's rig. Got mine from Kirkpatrick. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sedalia Dave Posted January 8 Share Posted January 8 Looking at their website I wouldn't buy holsters for SASS from them. If you go to the website of J-M Leather, Kirkpatrick or Mernickle beside belt length, the most important question they as is what make, model, and barrel length of pistol the holsters will be used with. The maker you inquired about doesn't ask these questions. In CAS there are a lot of different pistols that can be used. Each one has a different size and shape. The holster needs to be made so that it conforms the shape of the pistol that it will be used with. Granted some holsters will work with one that one make of pistol. Others will not. Go to a match or two BEFORE you buy anything. It will save you a lot of money in the long run. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original Lumpy Gritz Posted January 8 Share Posted January 8 OP, buy NOTHING, until you have attended a few shoots and done a hands on live fire and fit check. 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slow Mo Dern Posted January 8 Share Posted January 8 Howdy! PM sent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prairie Dawg, SASS #50329 Posted January 8 Share Posted January 8 Hey LM: Moosetracks is sporting a fine-looking set of holsters -- Who made his? Who made Bubba's? They obviously work well for him. Leatherman up at the Sandusky County Regulators makes really fine gunleather, and he's kinda-sorta local to you. https://www.indiancreekleatherco.com/ --Prairie Dawg 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 Like Lumpy said! Go to some matches and look and ask questions! When you’ve spent a little time gathering information and ideas, you’ll make more informed decisions. I’ve used Persimmon Dan at Murphy Leather and Mike/Michigan Rattler with absolute satisfaction! Both are shooters and specialists in Cowboy Leather! So is Doc Noper, although I personally haven’t used him myself! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheyenne Ranger, 48747L Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 7 hours ago, Eyesa Horg said: Also J-M Leather. He did a great job on Ellie's rig. Got mine from Kirkpatrick. Sorry to say that Johnny has closed his business. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eyesa Horg Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 44 minutes ago, Cheyenne Ranger, 48747L said: Sorry to say that Johnny has closed his business. Geez that's a bummer. Really liked his work. Liked his cart holsters and badge holders too . He and his wife worked on the phone for quite a while with Ellie getting her rig right. Even got stamped/engraved Elephants on the holster loops. Hope he enjoys his retirement. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckaroo Bubba Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 A friend of ours made mine years ago, Rowdy Red Tailor made my Dad's. Our friend isn't doing leather anymore and obviously Red passed away.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheriff Dill Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 @Rube Burrows makes really nice holsters. I have a pair from him and really like him. Not sure he can accommodate what you’re looking for. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT. ELI 35882 GUNFIGHTER Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 Murphys Gun Leather by Persimmon Dan in Evansville, Indiana. There should be plenty of examples of his work in your area. He understands what is needed for competition holsters and does attend the State matche in your area. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colorado Coffinmaker Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 Allow me to put in a Shameless Plug for Murphy Custom Gunleather!! Superb quality!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Buck Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 Go to Long Hunters web site. You can't go wrong! JB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dilli GaHoot Galoot Posted January 10 Share Posted January 10 On 1/8/2025 at 9:43 AM, Sedalia Dave said: Looking at their website I wouldn't buy holsters for SASS from them. Me either! Especially because you can shop around a bit and find the exact same "made in Mexico" holsters for less! https://tjayz.com/collections/western-holster/products/new-22-cal-tooled-holster-gun-belt-drop-loop-leather-western-rig-sass-34-52 https://www.ebay.com/itm/223223496384 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marauder SASS #13056 Posted January 11 Share Posted January 11 The website looks pretty good, at good prices, especially since they do put metal in the holsters so they stay open. I don't know of any Mexican made that did that - maybe now they do, but never a few years ago. I wonder where they are located. If possible talk to clubs in that area to see if they use the rigs and what they think. If you wish to try, do a custom order to give a 15 or so degree cant with the lower part slightly forward of the top. I do see they have the leather strap as a "hold down." A better option is a stiffened top loop to lock the holster in place without having to have a tie-down loop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fargo Bill, SASS #4942 Posted January 11 Share Posted January 11 On 1/8/2025 at 1:31 PM, The Original Lumpy Gritz said: OP, buy NOTHING, until you have attended a few shoots and done a hands on live fire and fit check. Seems like a cheap way to shoot. I think I will attend some shoots where I am unknown and tryout some shooting, hopefully for free. LOL On 1/8/2025 at 1:31 PM, The Original Lumpy Gritz said: OP, buy NOTHING, until you have attended a few shoots and done a hands on live fire and fit check. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abilene, SASS # 27489 Posted January 11 Share Posted January 11 The OP has not checked back in here yet. I expect he is in sticker shock at how much good leather costs, such as those suggested to him. And we all know you get what you pay for. HOWEVER, there are awesome deals to be made on used stuff - I would suggest the OP check classifieds and put the word out locally and who knows what he might come up with. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baba Laydown Posted January 12 Share Posted January 12 (edited) I bought a rig from them while waiting for my Mernickle leather to come. It was half the price and was delivered in 3 weeks. Overall it's decent quality work, but the leather is more thin and flimsy so it gives a bit more on the hip. I don't see it lasting very long with continued rigorous use. That being said, I actually prefer it over the Mernickle for now because it's crossdraw. (I got a crossdraw rig from TJay and the SASS starter set from Mernickle.) Crossdraw is just faster for me, but I do plan on making the Mern crossdraw eventually. Adding to other comments, I borrowed leather from the club and other members for my first 3 matches to get an idea of what I wanted. Edited January 12 by Baba Laydown 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baba Laydown Posted January 12 Share Posted January 12 On 1/8/2025 at 12:43 PM, Sedalia Dave said: Looking at their website I wouldn't buy holsters for SASS from them. If you go to the website of J-M Leather, Kirkpatrick or Mernickle beside belt length, the most important question they as is what make, model, and barrel length of pistol the holsters will be used with. The maker you inquired about doesn't ask these questions. In CAS there are a lot of different pistols that can be used. Each one has a different size and shape. The holster needs to be made so that it conforms the shape of the pistol that it will be used with. Granted some holsters will work with one that one make of pistol. Others will not. Go to a match or two BEFORE you buy anything. It will save you a lot of money in the long run. You have to fill out a custom form for a complete rig, once you submit it they will message you to confirm everything. They were actually pretty thorough Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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