Aegis Calypto R: $145
The Aegis Calypto R is an appendix holster specifically designed for revolvers. After purchasing a S&W 19 Carry Comp, I found I needed to rethink the holster for maximum comfort specifically for revolvers. I trimmed down the holster as much as I possibly could to achieve this. I left just enough room for the clip and a Modwing or Darkwing.
The holster has been very successful since it's release. It has been posted on forums, Reddit, and other platforms with praise. I make at least two a week and many customers own more than one now. This isn't to be boastful, this is the highest compliment I could be given. It is simple and comfortable appendix holster for a revolver.
Some customers add Velcro for either an aftermarket wedge or pillow to help with concealment. I can add it to your order or the customer can when they receive the holster. Please know I do not sew it on.
**Please know you can remove the reinforced mouth and/or the steel band and I will deduct the difference from the total price. You can also replace the cowhide reinforcement with kangaroo to keep it slim and keep the steel band. The steel band I use is thin but strong. It does not add thickness to the holster in a way that you would "feel".
Please review before reaching out:
Draw hand
Body color (slick or rough out)
Reinforcement color (slick or rough out) (-$10 if you do not want it)
Clip model
Darkwing, Tier 1 Claw or Modwing ($15)
Belt width
Shirt guard none or half (see pic below for an example)
Open or sewn muzzle
Includes steel band (-$5 if you do not want it)
Velcro: $2
Mouth will be cut flush with the cylinder for ease of draw and one hand holstering.
Exotic hides, if desired: https://roninleatherholstersllc.com/Cms/index.php/Colors-and-Exotic-Hides
Aegis Calypto R 2.0: $160
The Aegis Calypto R 2.0 is the response to customers who wanted the clip more at the "center" of the holster. After working with an individual, with David Simerly and a few others, the 2.0 came to fruition. (Thank you David for all of your help and input during the trials. Hopefully this is as close to the X as we both hoped.)
The holster will come with the T1C EZ Adjust Concealment Claw (TM), spacers to lift the claw and clip to ensure maximum effectiveness and either a longer DCC clip, Tier 1 clip or G Code clip. As I use an industry standard hole spacing, the customer can change the clip to Ulti-Clip and others out there.
As the mounting point has moved, I have slimmed the overall design, focusing underneath the trigger guard, to make it as comfortable as I possibly can.
This should be an answer for some who prefer such a setup, especially for longer barrel revolvers and others who do not prefer holsters similar to my Aegis Calypto R. Everyone's body, carry position, etc. are different and I hope this is an option to fill a need.
Please know: If your revolver has a barrel length 2 inches or less, the area at the muzzle MUST be sewn. I know some may not like this but it is necessary. Please see the photos below for an example.
Please review before reaching out:
Draw hand
Body color (slick out or rough out)
Reinforcement color (slick or rough out)
Clip model
Belt width
Shirt guard: none or full (please refer to the photos above)
Includes steel band
Velcro $2
Open or sewn muzzle unless the revolver is 2" or under which must be sewn
Tier 1 Claw included
Exotic hides and kangaroo, if desired:
https://roninleatherholstersllc.com/Cms/index.php/Colors-and-Exotic-Hides
Aegis Calypto 2 Light Bearing: $175
The new Aegis Calypto 2 Light Bearing appendix holster has been on my to do list for quite a while. Besides the customer requests for something with the clips closer together and less wing sticking out past the holster. Plus some have commented the clip placement of the Aegis 2 wasn't ideal for them due to position vs pant loops.
I think this is a step in the right direction for something more comfortable, slim and ready for all day use. I'm not saying the other Aegis Calypto 2 isn't. This is another option. I have had great success with the original but there is always room for improvement.
Some customers add Velcro for either an aftermarket wedge or pillow to help with concealment. I can add it to the order or the customer can when they receive it. Please know I do not sew it on.
Please review before reaching out:
Draw hand
Body color (slick or rough out)
Reinforcement color (slick or rough out)
Clip model (Deep DCC Clips are optional, depending on the gun/light size.
Darkwing/lightwing or Modwing/lightwing (included in the price)
Belt width
Shirt guard: none, half or full (please refer to photos on the order info page.)
Includes a steel band
Velcro $2
Entire muzzle or part of the muzzle may need to be sewn.
Exotic hides and kangaroo, if desired:
https://roninleatherholstersllc.com/Cms/index.php/Colors-and-Exotic-Hides
Aegis Calypto D L7: $160
I have quite a few clients who have been wanting a two clip appendix holster for a revolver. The other request was for an appendix holster with the clips further apart, with the focus on heavier firearms. I believe I have achieved both with the D L7.
The holster design is a reverse clam shell design, much like my Ridgie (Rhodesian style) which allows me to keep the frame side of the holster very slim. In turn, it keeps the holster rigid and with a reinforced mouth, one-handed holstering is quite easy. (Note: It cannot have a steel band )
For clips, the style/length will depend upon the features of the gun. Take for example some revolvers. A height adjustable or taller clip may not be possible. The holster may require a shorter, more than likely cant adjustable, clip.
This holster will work well for optics. I can cut it down right to the edge of the ejection port without issue.
This WILL NOT work with light bearing firearms.
Please review before reaching out:
Draw hand
Body color (slick or rough out)
Reinforcement color (slick or rough out)
Belt width
Clip model
Shirt guard for autos: none or half.
Shirt guard for revolvers: none or full.
Darkwing, Modwing or Tier 1 Claw ($15)
Velcro $2
Now offering a sewn muzzle for shorter firearms.
Exotic hides or kangaroo:
https://roninleatherholstersllc.com/Cms/index.php/Colors-and-Exotic-Hides
Aegis Calypto 1: $85 (Semi-autos)
This is the first AIWB holster style I ever built, back in 2008. This was well before their popularity. So I am not new to AIWB holsters nor how to make them as comfortable, yet functional, as possible.
I recommend this style for small autos. As I do not have enough room to add a clip over the slide and, sometimes, a Monoblock, is not possible. But please know the muzzle may need to be sewn to accommodate a clip and prevent flip out. This may not be appealing to some, but that is how it must work.
For those who want to make it slim and as comfortable as possible for more carry than training, I recommend kangaroo over a steel band.
Please review before reaching out:
Draw hand
Body color (slick or rough out)
Reinforcement: $10 (slick or rough out)
Steel band: $5
Shirt guard: none, half or full
Open or sewn muzzle
Belt width Clip model
Darkwing, Modwing or Tier 1 Claw: $15
Velcro $2
Aegis calypto 2: $160
The Aegis Calypto 2 offers a client a two clip appendix holster for those who prefer carrying heavier pistols or want to distribute the weight of their EDC. If one wants, one can use the deep carry clips for more height/depth adjustment. I really like the standard height adjustable clips but they are only adjustable to .25" (maybe) up or down. I prefer a deeper carry due to my body type and the position I carry. Plus, I prefer 1911's for my EDC. Coupled with the Tier 1 Claw, I find it the perfect carry for my 5" 1911's.
This holster has been very successful for pistols with weapon lights and optics. From a Glock 43x with TLR7 Sub to a HK 45 Tactical with a TLR7 HLX, it works. It comes with a reinforced mouth and steel band. If one wants to keep it thin, I suggest kangaroo to go over the steel band. It is not optimal for training but more for comfort for EDC.
Please review before reaching out:
Draw hand
Body color (slick or rough out)
Reinforcement color (slick or rough out)
Steel band included
Open or sewn muzzle
Belt width
Clip model
Modwing, Darkwing or Tier 1 Claw: $15
Shirt guard: none, half or full
Velcro: $2
For exotics or kangaroo:
https://roninleatherholstersllc.com/Cms/index.php/Colors-and-Exotic-Hides
Aegis Calypto Monoblock: $140
Aegis Calypto Monoblock spaced snap loops: $155
The Aegis Calypto Monoblock holster is an excellent holster. Extremely popular due to it's ease of use and distributes the weight of the gun quite well. (It doesn't distribute it as well as the Aegis Calypto 2 or D L7 due to the sheer fact of the clip spacing vs the Monoblock width.)
It comes with a steel band and reinforced mouth which makes one hand holstering quite easy.
I do offer it with a cant similar to the NSO IWB holster for strong side. I do not build for reverse cants as the holster will have to either ride higher for a strong positive purchase, which some do not like. OR, it rides too low and the purchase is what I call a two finger draw. If one prefers loops for AIWB, this is the perfect choice. Much like my NSO except the loop spacing will be closer to allow the customer to swap between the loops and the DCC Monoblock.
Some smaller pistols, like most AIWB, will need a sewn muzzle to remain effective.
Please review before reaching out:
Draw hand
Body color (slick or rough out)
Reinforcement color (slick or rough out)
Steel band (included)
Shirt guard: none, half or full
Open or sewn muzzle
Darkwing, Modwing or Tier 1 Claw: $15
Belt width
Velcro $2
If snap loops are desired, what color (slick or rough out)
For exotics or kangaroo: https://roninleatherholstersllc.com/Cms/index.php/Colors-and-Exotic-Hides
