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Why It Made the Cut
If you need a belt that looks more formal than tactical, the Galco SB1 Dress Holster Belt will serve you well with some necessary co*promises.
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If you need a gun belt that doesn’t look like a gun belt, you’re going to have to make some co*promises. The Galco SB1 Dress Holster Belt makes these co*promises as painless as possible with a sleek, formal appearance.
The 1.25-inch width will fit most dress pants and still support the best handguns. Though slim, the belt’s double layer steer hide construction provides plenty of support for your gun and holster. And the traditional belt buckle fits into one of seven holes in the belt, which provides reasonable adjustability. If you’re looking for one of the best gun belts that can pull double duty in these regards, the Galco SB1 looks more James Bond than Jack Reacher.
Why It Made the Cut
The durable Bigfoot Tactical Riggers Belt co*bines strength and functionality required of tactical personnel.
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The word tactical has been used in the firearms industry for so long that its meaning has beco*e a catchall. In the belt world, Tactical means strong and durable enough to carry more gear like magazines, flashlights, a medical kit, co*munication equipment, or even other everyday carry gear. To carry all this extra equipment, users need a durable, reliable belt.
This belt handles those requirements with nylon webbing that is reinforced with two steel cores that resists sagging no matter how much weight you load on it. You adjust the size with a hook and loop system similar to Velcro, which also keeps the tail of the belt secure. The quick release Cobra buckle is rated for weight well beyond anything you can load on it. If you’re still wondering if this belt is up to task, the Riggers designation also means that the belt could be used for Rappelling in an emergency situation even though that is not its primary intended use.
Why It Made the Cut
The CR Speed Ultra belt provides the strength and stiffness needed to keep co*petition guns and magazines at the ready for shooters to co*pete at the highest levels.
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Most serious handgun co*petitors are familiar with an inner/outer belt system. The inner belt goes through the belt loops and secures with Velcro. The outer belt is wrapped around it on the outside of the belt loops and is also secured by Velcro. You mount your co*petition gear on the outer belt, then simply wrap the outer belt around the inner belt, and you’re ready to go. The holster and mag pouches remain permanently mounted to the outer belt, and you don’t have to worry about them going anywhere. Because the outer belt doesn’t pass through the belt loops, you can place your holster and mag pouches anywhere on the belt.
For this system to work, both belts need to be extremely rigid, snug on the body, and tightly connected to each other. This is where the CR Speed Ultra belt really shines. The dual layer of the outer belt makes it stiff and rigid to handle the weight of a heavy gun and up to five magazines. This extra strength also helps keep the two belts connected under the physical rigors of co*petition.
The inner/outer design of the CR Speed Ultra also means that you can close the outer belt in the front or the back. If you like your holster and/or mag pouches slightly forward of the hip, you don’t want them to be near the closure point. With the inner/outer design of the CR Speed ultra, you can mount the holster in the middle of the outer belt and wrap the outer belt around you backwards, with the closure joining behind you.
When you buy a CR Speed Ultra, you’ll notice that it’s quite a bit longer than a normal belt for your pants size. This provides some overlap as you wrap the outer belt around the inner belt for some extra Velcro coverage. This overlap provides even more strength and stiffness between on an already sturdy setup.
You should get a gun belt that makes sense for your carry method, your clothing choices, and your lifestyle. How you carry and what you carry are the two most important considerations. Then narrow down your choices based on material, appearance, and price.
Yes, co*pared to a regular belt, a gun belt offers more support and security for carrying a firearm.
Not necessarily. A gun belt that’s made of the right material for your lifestyle and carry method will usually wind up being more co*fortable than trying to make do with a standard belt that isn’t designed for carrying a gun.
Prices on gun belts start around $25 and can eclipse several hundred dollars if exotic materials are used.
Not all pistols are created equal. The same goes for the holsters and belts that hold them. Make sure the belt you’re considering best fits your needs. The gun belt you use at the range will look and function differently than the belt you wear in a more formal or social setting. Here are a few things to consider before you buy one.
Size
You need a belt that will pass through the belt loops of all your pants and one that works with your holster’s attachment system. A lot of gun belts have wide widths, so it’s best to try them on in a store to make sure they fit your belt loops.
Strength
A belt needs to be strong enough to support your gun and holster and keep them safe and secure. Some do this with thickness, others rely on different materials of construction. Match your gun and holster to a belt’s construction to ensure you’re primed for safe, secure carry.
Adjustability
This may seem obvious, but the belt goes around the waist, and waist size is subject to change. Make sure you invest in a gun belt that can adapt with these changes.
Style
If it’s going to be seen, the belt must look like it belongs. An army green belt won’t work with a suit and tie, and a slim dress belt will be out of place at the range.
Fastener System
How does the belt close and/or attach to itself to do its intended job? Does a buckle fit into a hole or does a ratchet system use the inside of the buckle to latch onto itself? Is there any Velcro involved? Depending on your needs, some of these are better suited for some applications than others.
For this review, I relied on retail samples and personal experience to evaluate these belts and make reco*mendations for them. I have been carrying guns for years and have been shopping for gun belts most of that time.
The best gun belts are the support system for the gun you carry for personal protection and even others. Though it might not seem like it, your gun belt deserves as much consideration as any other piece of gear in your everyday carry system.
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