US Holster - Repro

Pete Ebbink · 09-28-2004, 10:49 PM

I was not lucky enough to win this repro US Test Holster (left handed...) on e-Bay this week. Thought it might be worth $ 60 to win and see this one in person.

Back of holster stamped "4-3/4 luger"...and the maker's marking are similar to my 1970's LP-08 holster I picked up stamped with the SF Gun Exchange. Maybe the same leatherworks...

Lacking that opportunity, here are the e-Bay photos :

Anyone know more about these...???

Regards,

Pete <img border="0" alt="[typing]" title="" src="graemlins/yltype.gif" />

Ron Wood · 09-29-2004, 02:18 AM

Pete,
The holster is made by El Paso Saddlery, and they are still available (www.epsaddlery.com). They are virtually identical to the US Test holsters. Bob McNellis, owner of EPS (now deceased) repaired the stitching on an original holster for John Morgan. John permitted Bob to make a pattern from his holster, so the reproduction is quite authentic.

champ7fc · 09-29-2004, 08:34 AM

I purchased one of these from EPS several months ago for my 1900 AE. The quality is top notch.
Craig

John Sabato · 09-29-2004, 11:19 AM

Thanks for posting the photos Pete... how much did the holster go for on the auction, and Ron or Champ7fc, what does a new one list for from EPS?

Ron Wood · 09-29-2004, 11:32 AM

$75.00

champ7fc · 09-29-2004, 02:00 PM

I had mine lined, The cost was $105.00.
Craig

Pete Ebbink · 09-29-2004, 09:38 PM

Thanks, Ron...

I had forgotten about El Paso Saddlery...

Think I will contact them to see if they have a right-side carry version...

Regards,

Pete... <img border="0" alt="[typing]" title="" src="graemlins/yltype.gif" />

trigger643 · 10-02-2004, 10:54 PM

I might not mind having one of those for my 1900 AE when Thor finishes it. It's in the 10k serial range, so why not?

Pete Ebbink · 10-15-2004, 08:51 PM

My $ 50 local gun shop find, last week :

wterrell · 10-15-2004, 09:42 PM

Pete, is the holster for a 4-3/4 barrel?

Pete Ebbink · 10-15-2004, 10:36 PM

Hi Wes,

My M1900 AE fit perfectly and the closure flap closed properly. I think the "P-08" stamping is a bit misleading.

Regards,

Pete... <img border="0" alt="[typing]" title="" src="graemlins/yltype.gif" />

wterrell · 10-15-2004, 10:59 PM

Thanks Pete,

I have decided to purchase one. Thanks for showing your holster and congratulations on the find.

Another question: Is it lined or padded?

Pete Ebbink · 10-15-2004, 11:04 PM

Hi Wes,

I was trying to show the liner in my 2nd. to the past photo posted...not a very good shot, though.

It is lined...sort of with "kid glove" leather (lacking the right termonolgy...)...the type on soft, pliable work gloves...

The backsides of the closure stud and the belt loop rivots do not come through the liner. But they have stained the liner through to the inside of the holster cavity.

Regards,

Pete... <img border="0" alt="[typing]" title="" src="graemlins/yltype.gif" />

wterrell · 10-15-2004, 11:07 PM

Excellent!

09-28-2004, 10:49 PM	#1
Pete Ebbink User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The USA Posts: 5,919 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 4 Posts	US Holster - Repro I was not lucky enough to win this repro US Test Holster (left handed...) on e-Bay this week. Thought it might be worth $ 60 to win and see this one in person. Back of holster stamped "4-3/4 luger"...and the maker's marking are similar to my 1970's LP-08 holster I picked up stamped with the SF Gun Exchange. Maybe the same leatherworks... Lacking that opportunity, here are the e-Bay photos : Anyone know more about these...??? Regards, Pete <img border="0" alt="[typing]" title="" src="graemlins/yltype.gif" />

09-29-2004, 02:18 AM	#2
Ron Wood Moderator 2010 LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Santa Teresa New Mexico just outside of the West Texas town of El Paso Posts: 7,022 Thanks: 1,090 Thanked 5,179 Times in 1,703 Posts	Pete, The holster is made by El Paso Saddlery, and they are still available (www.epsaddlery.com). They are virtually identical to the US Test holsters. Bob McNellis, owner of EPS (now deceased) repaired the stitching on an original holster for John Morgan. John permitted Bob to make a pattern from his holster, so the reproduction is quite authentic. __________________ If it's made after 1918...it's a reproduction

09-29-2004, 08:34 AM	#3
champ7fc User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Connecticut Posts: 103 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post	I purchased one of these from EPS several months ago for my 1900 AE. The quality is top notch. Craig __________________ cfm

09-29-2004, 11:19 AM	#4
John Sabato Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The Capital of the Free World Posts: 10,154 Thanks: 3,003 Thanked 2,306 Times in 1,097 Posts	Thanks for posting the photos Pete... how much did the holster go for on the auction, and Ron or Champ7fc, what does a new one list for from EPS? __________________ regards, -John S "...We hold these truths to be self-evident that ALL men are created EQUAL *and are endowed by their Creator* with certain UNALIENABLE* rights, and among these are life, LIBERTY, and the pursuit of happiness..."*

09-29-2004, 11:32 AM	#5
Ron Wood Moderator 2010 LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Santa Teresa New Mexico just outside of the West Texas town of El Paso Posts: 7,022 Thanks: 1,090 Thanked 5,179 Times in 1,703 Posts	$75.00 __________________ If it's made after 1918...it's a reproduction

09-29-2004, 02:00 PM	#6
champ7fc User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Connecticut Posts: 103 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post	I had mine lined, The cost was $105.00. Craig __________________ cfm

09-29-2004, 09:38 PM	#7
Pete Ebbink User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The USA Posts: 5,919 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 4 Posts	Thanks, Ron... I had forgotten about El Paso Saddlery... Think I will contact them to see if they have a right-side carry version... Regards, Pete... <img border="0" alt="[typing]" title="" src="graemlins/yltype.gif" />

10-02-2004, 10:54 PM	#8
trigger643 User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Murfreesboro Posts: 502 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	I might not mind having one of those for my 1900 AE when Thor finishes it. It's in the 10k serial range, so why not? __________________ "There are three reasons to own a gun: To protect yourself and your family, to hunt dangerous and delicious animals, and to keep the King of England out of your face." Ã¢?? Krusty the Clown

10-15-2004, 08:51 PM	#9
Pete Ebbink User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The USA Posts: 5,919 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 4 Posts	My $ 50 local gun shop find, last week :

10-15-2004, 09:42 PM	#10
wterrell User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,096 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Pete, is the holster for a 4-3/4 barrel? __________________ Noli me vocare, ego te vocabo, wes --------------------

10-15-2004, 10:36 PM	#11
Pete Ebbink User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The USA Posts: 5,919 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 4 Posts	Hi Wes, My M1900 AE fit perfectly and the closure flap closed properly. I think the "P-08" stamping is a bit misleading. Regards, Pete... <img border="0" alt="[typing]" title="" src="graemlins/yltype.gif" />

10-15-2004, 10:59 PM	#12
wterrell User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,096 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Thanks Pete, I have decided to purchase one. Thanks for showing your holster and congratulations on the find. Another question: Is it lined or padded? __________________ Noli me vocare, ego te vocabo, wes --------------------

10-15-2004, 11:04 PM	#13
Pete Ebbink User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The USA Posts: 5,919 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 4 Posts	Hi Wes, I was trying to show the liner in my 2nd. to the past photo posted...not a very good shot, though. It is lined...sort of with "kid glove" leather (lacking the right termonolgy...)...the type on soft, pliable work gloves... The backsides of the closure stud and the belt loop rivots do not come through the liner. But they have stained the liner through to the inside of the holster cavity. Regards, Pete... <img border="0" alt="[typing]" title="" src="graemlins/yltype.gif" />

10-15-2004, 11:07 PM	#14
wterrell User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,096 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Excellent! __________________ Noli me vocare, ego te vocabo, wes --------------------