Have one for my PPK, great holster.
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Yeah, I saw the Kirkpatrick line early-on in the process, including this K400, but they didn't list the ppk/s as an option for any of their holsters, only the ppk. However, since the holsters themselves are open at the muzzle end, I should probably just assume that it will fit either model equally well?

 

I sold my Galco Miami Classic when I bought a Galco Executive. I think Galco has just recently discontinued the Executive. I found the Executive more comfortable and I just put extra mag.(s) in my pocket.

 

It wouldn't surprise me that they discontinued it. They've been going through a whole lot of changes in recent years, and its not for the better in my view. I bought one of their Scout clip-ons a couple of weeks back and it was complete junk.

 

I have been looking at Shoulder Rigs for my Manurhin PP. Bianchi has some nice offerings.

 

Galco Executive Shoulder Holster | Bond Lifestyle

 

Nope, its been discontinued. Not available at Galco, Amazon or E-Bay.

 

I have the Kirkpatrick for my PPK/s and it fits perfectly although I'm not a fan of the snap closure. I also have the Galco Executive which is a little sleeker and doesn't have the snaps.

In my opinion, the Kirkpatrick is more comfortable when wearing all day because of the double shoulder loops. The Kirkpatrick also has the ability to swap out the holster so if you buy a P99c or other gun they make a holster for you can easily swap it out.

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https://www.craftholsters.com looks like they’ve got a nice one. Also Bianchi.

 

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The Galco Executive is extremely comfortable....you'll wear it all day and never know it is on. Unfortunately it has been discontinued so you need to look on EBAY, they are offered every so often.

Failing that the Galco Miami Classic is a fine system.

 

At least you can look the part, copies available on eBay and Amazon..

 

I prefer a chamois leather holster, with royal blue nylon webbing.

 

Gosh I hope Bond doesn’t go flying out of a helicopter or racing down a ski slope with that. Looks like his gun is just loosely sitting in a cloth pocket.

 

I'm pretty happy with the Bianchi for $90. Fits the pp, ppk, ppk/s.

 

Do you happen to know which specific model of Bianchi you have pictured here? That information would be very helpful. The only one that I could find on their website for the ppk/s is the X16 Model (#1016351), and it looks good, but its $155.50 (not $90).

Anyway, thanks to everyone here for the various suggestions. The Galco Executive is essentially unavailable, but the Kirkpatrick brand of holsters definitely seems to get alot of love, and the Bianchi offerings look good too, although they make it dam-near impossible to determine which of their products fit which models? I guess I'll try to give them both a call to discuss further.

But thanx again to all!

 

A "Review" of the Bond Spectre Holster...

https://youtu.be/TeOXVmSrMco

 

A "Review" of the Bond Spectre Holster...

https://youtu.be/TeOXVmSrMco

Yeah, I saw that video earlier. Pretty cool!

 

I have been doing buisiness with Allessi holsters for some time I like my iwb and ankle holsters and just looked at their site
That make some nice shoulder rigs 3 or 4 different styles they quality is second to none old school hand made with the good stuff they aren’t cheap but you get what you pay for

 

I have been doing buisiness with Allessi holsters for some time I like my iwb and ankle holsters and just looked at their site
That make some nice shoulder rigs 3 or 4 different styles they quality is second to none old school hand made with the good stuff they aren’t cheap but you get what you pay for

Excellent! Thank you for this reference to Alessi. I agree, they look like very nice, well-made holsters, although their so-called 'speed break' (the metal snap retainer that travels through the trigger guard), is a bit troubling. Its not only close to the trigger itself, the snap appears to be made of metal, and over time, with repeated use, I would imagine that it could/would scar the inside edge of the front of the trigger guard?

 

I got mine from MidwayUSA about a month ago for $87 before shipping. Looks like they're still in stock, but went back up to $124. Don't have the holster in front of me to look right now to see the actual model, but u can select it in the drop menu. It list the pp, ppk, ppks separately, but its all the same holster.

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1336215410/bianchi-x16-agent-x-holster-system

 

I got mine from MidwayUSA about a month ago for $87 before shipping. Looks like they're still in stock, but went back up to $124. Don't have the holster in front of me to look right now to see the actual model, but u can select it in the drop menu. It list the pp, ppk, ppks separately, but its all the same holster.

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1336215410/bianchi-x16-agent-x-holster-system

Schwome88,

Thanks again! Yeah, if you're using it with a Walther, I'd imagine its the X16 Model of Bianchi that you have there, and as you've said, it looks like MidwayUSA does have them in-stock, but the price has definitely jumped up a bit. Its certainly something for me to consider.

 

you might give these a loook

Top 10 Shoulder Holster For Walther Ppks - Best of 2018 | 12 Reviews Scanned | SheKnows

 

you might give these a loook

Top 10 Shoulder Holster For Walther Ppks - Best of 2018 | 12 Reviews Scanned | SheKnows

Xlnt! Yeah, there's some pretty cool options there.

Actually, I'm a fairly big guy (6'4", 275 lbs.), and I hadn't given it much thought before now, but with an almost 60" chest, I'll bet that I just might have a problem with fit on any of those production models that ship right off the shelf. I suspect I'd be better-off looking at Kirkpatrick or Alessi or some of the other 'custom' manufacturers.

Anyway, thanks again to everyone for your suggestions here. Its been very helpful.

 

Back from the archives with a shoulder rig. I don't know if the 2018 holsters are still available. I have a shoulder holster for a 1911 and don't care for it, so I don't wear it. For one thing, you're kinda stuck with your jacket on unless you want to show it. Second, I have to use two hands to draw it, as it migrates too far back so I have to use my weak hand to shift the holster around where it can be drawn. I seldom, like never wear it any longer.

 

Galco offers a half-harness and buy a thumb-breal holster for their Miami Classic and you have a close copy of the Exective.

 

Beat me to it.

My guess is one of the reasons the Executive was discontinued is due to the absence of a thumb break. Relying on a tension screw for friction retention alone on a horizontal mount holster subject to its wearer bending over gets dicier over time due to use, stretch, climate, not to mention pistol wipedowns. The rig is a Bond fan favorite (I briefly owned one) because it was one of the few commercially available screen-accurate Bond shoulder holsters.

My PPK rig is a black Galco Miami Classic with the addition of Galco's 2 inch shoulder straps, which improves weight distribution and makes it look closer to one of the screen-worn designs.

 

The executive is called “Galco ex204 Miami classic” thats the model on the JB website and as Colt said they are fantastic, my PPK/s 380 and PPK .22 fit in there perfectly. last year there were 2 for sale on Ebay….I had to have one, mint, barely used, I got lucky (not my wallet). purchased before 2 other galco shoulder holster new and still in box laying somewhere, the regular classic and “light”, the later a suede version……..all beautiful and nice but the executive ex204 is special…you don’t feel it….beautiful brass clip, leather is so smooth and holster fit is top quality,…….if thats the one you want search once a week on eBay…..you will find one and while patiently waiting save up in the mean time…..or maybe not if you have the dough….good hunting…

 

That's almost rubbing it in but it looks perfect. I'll find one eventually. You can visibility see how snuggly it fits and there isn't a whole bunch of unnecessary leather on the holster part. The shoulder strap is top quality calf hide. I'm growing grey hairs thinking about it.

 

I located my lightly used Galco Miami Classic (P7-M8/M13 model) on Gun Broker.

Took over a year of searching and cost over double MSRP.

Worth it though, super comfy way to carry 4lbs of gun/mags/ammo.
Literally disappears while wearing......

 

I located my lightly used Galco Miami Classic (P7-M8/M13 model) on Gun Broker.

Took over a year of searching and cost over double MSRP.

Worth it though, super comfy way to carry 4lbs of gun/mags/ammo.
Literally disappears while wearing......

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The wider straps definitely make a difference. I'm not fond of the plastic piece that holds the X together but there is a valid point about the lack of a thumbstrap for the executive. This rig you could get into an unexpected fist fight and not lose the gun. I wish they would remake it with one though. I've scoured the internet for days now but I could only find one that was heavily used. Not a good look for something which is supposed to be bought new for a premium custom fit.

 

Well, that's my point. The executive looks great for daily carry but it does have its downsides. Which is why I said an Unexpected fist fight. If something is sketchy the gun comes out but what about when there isn't time to draw? I'm not gonna stop to pull my gun out while being shot at and if I'm about to get jumped I'm gonna run or get swinging. The thumbstrap or lack thereof in this case being a serious issue as any great deal of movement will shake it loose. My most ideal thought would be a "double" executive built like a X rig with the other side for the mags but with monolithic thumbstrap. Like out of the same piece and not just an additional strap mounted. Then you could do all kinds of excessive moving around but with top shelf Italian calf hide and have mag pouches

 

Also, Bond has lost a lot of walthers in the process of...

 

I have seen these. The problem I have with them is the plastic part that connects the two sides together. That and there's a bunch of unnecessary feeling leather around the holster part. Like the gun is buried in the thing. The executive has just the perfect sleeve for the ppk/s to where the entire handle is exposed for grabbing. If only it had a thin thumbstrap to go behind the handle that was a continuous piece of the holster leather

 

understand your concern, I had the same but unless @DeutschlandUberAlles feels differently I tell you the retention is amazing and took my worries away……and I put a ppk .22 in it that has a “thinner” slide width than a .32 or 380……nothing lasts forever and fight even a strap might pop loose……anyhow worst come to worst the best alternative to a fist fight assuming no legs are involved is…… …….just being silly…

 

@t.m.hutchinson.genco hey did you look at this……I almost bought this although not a fan from the wrap back across the middle of my back but you could Put a clip on it and be done way cheaper (I paid $350+) than the executive and get your thumb break. At least it will fill the itch for the time being.

Spectre Walther PPK ,PPK/s Leather Shoulder Holster | eBay

Hadmade with Lithuania in the use of high-quality genuine leather. Nicely decorated and stiched.

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I've had no issues with the holster thumb snap. When your thumb hits the tab, it releases, every time.

It's actually reinforced with strip of spring steel.........