trooper Posted December 5, 2019 Share Posted December 5, 2019 I feel I shouldn't have to ask but - a stupid question IS better than a stupid mistake.... Can a holster have ammo loops on it and may they be used? (The relevant section of the rules includes "holster" as one of the legit ways of carrying "loose ammunition" so I am assuming...yes?) And ...I WAS sure there was a prohibition on loading a single LOOSE round into the 1911... but I can't find that anywhere so am doubting myself now!!! Thanks in advance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garrison Joe Posted December 5, 2019 Share Posted December 5, 2019 No prohibition on loading a loose round into 1911, but it's fairly slow to do (compared to slamming in a mag) and very likely to end up breaking the extractor tip off. OK to put an ammo loop or several on holster. But I just always carry an extra mag (or stage 'em) if there is ANY chance of needing it. So much more useful and quicker with the rounds already in a mag! Here's the rule citation about the holster as a legal place to put loops to carry reloads: Loose ammunition (i.e., ammunition not in magazines) required for reloads during the course of any stage must be carried on the shooter’s person in a bandoleer, cartridge/shot shell belt loop, pouch, holster, or pocket or be safely staged. Page 14, WB Shooter Handbook Good luck, GJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abilene Posted December 5, 2019 Share Posted December 5, 2019 I think the main intention of the "loose ammo" is for rifle or shotgun reloads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garrison Joe Posted December 5, 2019 Share Posted December 5, 2019 If that is the intention, it needs to be published to be an effective rule that everyone can execute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper Posted December 5, 2019 Author Share Posted December 5, 2019 Yep...that was my interpretation of that rule too.... Thanks! I too just carry extra mags... this was a question from a local leather maker who had been asked to make a holster with loops on it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J. Frank Norfleet Posted December 5, 2019 Share Posted December 5, 2019 Trooper, There used to be a probation on loading a loose round in the pistol. It was removed a couple years ago by the Rules Committee as an unnecessary penalty. (They are doing a great job BTW!) The Mernickle rig used to have ACP loops on it. That is a waste of space unless you have a rifle converted to ACP and I can't think of a good reason to add them. There is a good reason to not load a single round in your 1911 or any other semi-auto pistol. When the slide strips the round off the magazine the rim of the round slides under the extractor as it enters the chamber. With a single round, the extractor is forced over the rim of the already chambered round. It breaks pieces off the edge that grabs the rim and eventually will not extract. JFN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garrison Joe Posted December 5, 2019 Share Posted December 5, 2019 this was a question from a local leather maker who had been asked to make a holster with loops on it The best advice to the holster maker is to push the customer not to encumber his holster with loops! Offer to make him a belt slide that can then be used for rifle (very handy), and count on magazines to do pistol reloads! There's a valuable acronym for this condition in the shooter's mind - YAGNI You Ain't Gonna Need It! This isn't a cowboy shoot where you will need to single load a round into your revolver. Good luck, GJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VICIOUS Posted December 5, 2019 Share Posted December 5, 2019 HI Gang. I thought them loops were for 45 colt bullet, Never figured them for 45 ACP. Lets see pull 45 ACP from loop find empty mag, insert bullet, place in gun. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper Posted December 6, 2019 Author Share Posted December 6, 2019 I share the same view as all you folks! Can't stop others doin' what they want though...lol And thanks Mr Norfleet... I THOUGHT we used to prohibit that! Im not crazy after all.... (well...…….) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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