Pistol Leash for lanyard.

[TerryD]

I got one a few days ago to use with my A2 and M6.

So far it is working out really good. I get in and out of an ambulance all night. And with my A2 holster, it's perfect. But for my M6, I have a John Willits on order, so it may. or may not work...we'll see.

Once, I left a light at a scene, so that is what prompted the idea to begin with. No more forgotten lights for me!

http://www.pistolleash.com/

I snapped a pic, just still trying to figure out how to do that.

 

[Daniel_sk]

Just upload a picture somewhere, for example on www.imageshack.us, then copy the "direct link" to your picture. Now at CPF, while writing a message, you just click the image thumbnail (

) and insert that direct link from imageshack there.
I am looking forward to the pictures. I am searching for a good A2 holster...

 

[parnass]

Terry,

The Pistol Leash looks interesting.

Please explain what the "slide bar" is and how it operates. I looked at the http://www.pistolleash.com web site and didn't completely understand whether the item on the end of the coiled cord is anything more than just a large belt clip.

Thanks.

 

[BSBG]

Terry,


Please explain what the "slide bar" is and how it operates. I looked at the http://www.pistolleash.com web site and didn't completely understand whether the item on the end of the coiled cord is anything more than just a large belt clip.

Thanks.

I think it is the metal loop attached to the nylon belt loop. It allows the end of the leash to slide back and forth 1 1/2" or so. It's a patented feature, so it must be worthwhile :devil:.

 

[Size15's]

Pistol Leash is cool and the slide bar feature makes a difference. I have one that I've used on an M6 and the lanyard doesn't get caught or twisted like the one I used without a bar.

Mostly I use the Pistol Leash for securing tools I need to use up ladders since I don't overtly carry a firearm or other tool for my job.
Most recently I was using secateurs to trim a bush growing up the outside of my parents' house. Whether I just let the secateurs dingle dangle on the lanyard, or stuffed them into a combat pocket, I knew I couldn't drop them and each time I went to use them the leash didn't get in the way at all. I was free to use the secateurs to cut with either hand.

It's a really simple concept but then the best ones usually are and I'm glad that the man who discovered the benefits of the slide bar worked hard to turn it into a product others can use.

Al

 

[parnass]

I think it is the metal loop attached to the nylon belt loop. It allows the end of the leash to slide back and forth 1 1/2" or so. It's a patented feature, so it must be worthwhile :devil:.

Thanks for the clarification. I read the patent and examined the photo on the Pistol Leash web site more closely.

Looks like something one could construct at home. Buy heat shrink tubing and 2 ball bearing swivels (from the fishing supply section of a sporting goods store). Recycle a coiled telephone handset cord and you are off to a good start.

This article provides more ideas.

 

[Abrams.357]

I am searching for a good A2 holster...

why not the surefire holster for the A2? i dont think the quality could be any better! :naughty:

 

[TerryD]

Finally got a pic!

 

[TerryD]

Just upload a picture somewhere, for example on www.imageshack.us, then copy the "direct link" to your picture. Now at CPF, while writing a message, you just click the image thumbnail (

) and insert that direct link from imageshack there.
I am looking forward to the pictures. I am searching for a good A2 holster...

Thanks!

I couldn't have done it without you.

 

[Deffenhazad]

Looks the part (but also like it could provide a snag in a busy environment),
Did the attachment ring come with the kit, or have you made your own clip to attach it to?

Dave

 

[TerryD]

Looks the part (but also like it could provide a snag in a busy environment),
Did the attachment ring come with the kit, or have you made your own clip to attach it to?

Dave

It came with the attached clip, and a small circle clip (key ring type).