Blade-Tech vs. Raven Concealment - A Holster Review

Fenway · 06-06-2008

I had been hearing good thing about Raven online but never through to switch because my Blade-Tech worked fine.

After a week I can say the Raven works better.

The Blade-Tech was my first holster and it has proven to be very durable. The kydex on the Raven is significantly thinner. This is great for concealment.... for long term durability I don't know but I have no doubt after talking to the guys at the 1500 that they stand behind their product.

I had mine made up for my G19 at the 1500. I believe this model comes standard with the plastic pieces you see with a blue zip tie through them in the pic. I'm used to the "pull the dots" so I asked them to set me up with those.

The Raven is a better design. The holster is wider but conforms to the body much better. The pull the dot loops are in a better position because they are placed on either side of the gun so you aren't wasting valuable space. I also find that this holster is more forgiving for some reason. I can get the gun in and out a lot easier.

Overall I'm very impressed and the guys who own the company seem like good people who really stand behind their product.

Scutter01 · 06-06-2008

Nice. I'm looking forward to talking to them in August at the next 1500.

bwframe · 06-06-2008

I very happy with mine also. I don't have to go up a pants size to go IWB. I did however, just recently, have a snap assembly come unscrewed when I was putting it on, parts falling everywhere. I think maybe some blue Loctite may solve that though.

BTW - I used the second hole down on the back of the holster for the rear strap to get the same forward cant as the Sparks SSII I was using. It also draws the but in closer to me.

obijohn · 06-08-2008

for me, one of the major pluses of the raven system is the modularity. for the holster, change the loops/hooks and it configures for range use or concealment. you can bolt the different holsters, pouches and carriers in many ways. when carrying a 1911, holster configured for iwb and a double mag carrier with a small holster bolted to it for my p3at. slightly different config for the glocks, but y'all get the picture.

esrice · 06-10-2008

After getting a chance to see Pami's for her Sig P250 I must say I'm impressed. Not the prettiest thing, but was super thin and held its shape. I might have to give them a try.

Scutter01 · 06-10-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by esrice

After getting a chance to see Pami's for her Sig P250 I must say I'm impressed. Not the prettiest thing, but was super thin and held its shape. I might have to give them a try.

Yeah, but realistically, anything looks good on Pami.

Pami · 06-10-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scutter01

Yeah, but realistically, anything looks good on Pami.

*blows Scutter a kiss*

No wonder you keep him around, spamso.

Scutter01 · 06-10-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pami

*blows Scutter a kiss*

No wonder you keep him around, spamso.

The only reason she married me is because she lost a bet.

Needless to say, I won the bet.

Lars · 06-10-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scutter01

Yeah, but realistically, anything looks good on Pami.

I was going to say something here..... But deemed it slightly above PG-13, and will instead just leave you all to wonder.

I do however agree with Scutter.

Pami · 06-10-2008

The point here, fellow moderators, is that Raven makes a decent holster. It's thin, light, durable, and comfortable. No matter who is wearing it.

06-06-2008	#1 (permalink)
Fenway Pays the bills Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: behind you Posts: 4,774	Blade-Tech vs. Raven Concealment - A Holster Review I had been hearing good thing about Raven online but never through to switch because my Blade-Tech worked fine. After a week I can say the Raven works better. The Blade-Tech was my first holster and it has proven to be very durable. The kydex on the Raven is significantly thinner. This is great for concealment.... for long term durability I don't know but I have no doubt after talking to the guys at the 1500 that they stand behind their product. I had mine made up for my G19 at the 1500. I believe this model comes standard with the plastic pieces you see with a blue zip tie through them in the pic. I'm used to the "pull the dots" so I asked them to set me up with those. The Raven is a better design. The holster is wider but conforms to the body much better. The pull the dot loops are in a better position because they are placed on either side of the gun so you aren't wasting valuable space. I also find that this holster is more forgiving for some reason. I can get the gun in and out a lot easier. Overall I'm very impressed and the guys who own the company seem like good people who really stand behind their product. __________________ Please do not PM me with general forum questions. Post questions in Forum Support INGO LLC PO Box 853 Fishers, IN 46038 Forum Rules Classifieds Rules INGO FAQ Click here to become an INGO Click here if you are interested in advertising

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Scutter01 INGO Bishop of Bacon Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Verify range to target, one RFC792 ICMP type 8 packet only, please. Posts: 10,461	Nice. I'm looking forward to talking to them in August at the next 1500. __________________ Forum Rules: http://ingunowners.com/forums/introd...e_posting.html Classifieds Rules: http://ingunowners.com/forums/firear...e_posting.html INGO FAQ (recommended): http://ingunowners.com/forums/genera...qs_sticky.html

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bwframe Alpha Alpha Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Unionville, IN Posts: 2,245	I very happy with mine also. I don't have to go up a pants size to go IWB. I did however, just recently, have a snap assembly come unscrewed when I was putting it on, parts falling everywhere. I think maybe some blue Loctite may solve that though. BTW - I used the second hole down on the back of the holster for the rear strap to get the same forward cant as the Sparks SSII I was using. It also draws the but in closer to me. __________________ Are you a shooter or a talker?

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obijohn Patriot, Pater, Plinker Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Terre Haute Posts: 1,804	for me, one of the major pluses of the raven system is the modularity. for the holster, change the loops/hooks and it configures for range use or concealment. you can bolt the different holsters, pouches and carriers in many ways. when carrying a 1911, holster configured for iwb and a double mag carrier with a small holster bolted to it for my p3at. slightly different config for the glocks, but y'all get the picture. __________________ NRA Patron Member NRA Certified Instructor USPSA NROI Wabash Valley Practical Pistol Shooters Riley Conservation Club

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esrice INGO Diplomat Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Southside, Indianapolis Posts: 6,955	After getting a chance to see Pami's for her Sig P250 I must say I'm impressed. Not the prettiest thing, but was super thin and held its shape. I might have to give them a try. __________________ Helpful Links for Newbies Forum Rules: http://ingunowners.com/forums/introd...e_posting.html Classifieds Rules: http://ingunowners.com/forums/firear...e_posting.html INGO FAQ (recommended): http://ingunowners.com/forums/genera...qs_sticky.html

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Pami Certified Cheesehead Importer Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Next to Lars Posts: 4,114	The point here, fellow moderators, is that Raven makes a decent holster. It's thin, light, durable, and comfortable. No matter who is wearing it. __________________ *Well-behaved women seldom make history. Laurel Thatcher Ulrich Have a question? Check out the INGO FAQ:* http://ingunowners.com/forums/genera...qs_sticky.html Still don't get the minimum post count rule? Watch the videos in this thread: http://ingunowners.com/forums/break_...ed_before.html

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