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Worthy information. I for one like it when people ask good questions.Today I was able to respond to some questions emailed to us from a potential customer. I am repurposing the Q & A emails into this handy blog.

We are always here to help you as you make your holster decisions. If you have questions because you have an idea that you aren't quite sure will work let us know. We have made holsters for everything from knives to tool holsters for railroad workers, and of course Brett makes for Single Action revolvers. Want to substitute guns and gun belts to maximize the use of your outfit with an interchangeable holster or multi caliber gun belt? We make them all of the time. And, as ever, know we appreciate being your Maker of choice. Now, onto the business of answering good questions about Circle KB Holsters. It's worthy information. ~kris~

This is a copy of a series of Q&A we had today with a potential customer. It may help answer some questions you might have as well.

I am interested in your A1 Quick Draw Holster products and have some questions.
The gun is a New Model Blackhawk .45 LC with a 5 ½ inch barrel.

These questions apply to the A1 Quickdraw Classic Holster and the A1 Deputy Holster.
1. Is it possible to remove the holster from the gun belt and sub in a different holster at need?
Answer: Yes as long as it laces through the slot in the belt. A1 holster skirts are cut flared so you have to use a little elbow grease to get them on or off but it can be done. You would also want to use another A1 style holster to substitute. Ie a Mexican Loop holster won't work on a Buscadero drop loop gun belt.
2. If the holster can be removed, how wide of a regular belt could it be attached to?
Answer: It could slide onto standard 2-3/4"+ but the standard A1 Quickdraw holster design is built for a Buscadero belt which is completely different than a A1 holster made to ride on a straight cut "Old Timer" gun belt. We would not recommend the standard A1 Quickdraw holster as an interchangeable option for a straight cut belt. We build them differently, without a flared skirt which serves as a "break" on the buscadero gunbelts if they are to ride on a straight cut belt.
3. Is there a hole in the bottom of the holster so that it could hold a gun with a longer barrel?
Answer: Yes unless you want it sewn closed.
4. Does the thigh tie loop go through the interior of the holster where it would be possible for the gun barrel to rub against?
Answer: No, the hole is below the end of the barrel muzzle
5. The A1 Quickdraw Classic Holster has a buckle on it.  Is this buckle for undoing the holster from the belt?
Answer: You would have to remove it to remove the holster all the way from the gun belt.
6. The A1 Deputy Holster does not have a buckle on it.  Does it use a snap to undo the holster from belt?
Answer: No, it’s a Chicago Screw in the back of the strap.


Then:
http://www.circlekb.com/product/DEP.html
The Deputy Holster and Pistol Belt
Gun Manufacturer:   Ruger
Gun Model: Black Hawk   (New Model Black Hawk)
Pistol Caliber: 45 LC
Barrel Length: 5-1/2”
Gun Belt Size 37-1/2
Configuration: Right Hand Draw
Fully Lined Deptuy Rig:   Yes 
Color: Hand Dyed Black As Shown
Hand Tooling: No Tooling
Conchos: No conchos
Buckle Set: As Shown
Hammer Thongs: Yes
Thigh Ties Yes

Notes:  Start shell loops 2 inch behind gun handle (do not want any loops above or behind the gun handle) and add as many loops as possible up to two inch behind the leather strap that holds the buckle on the right side. OKAY

Do NOT want the hole at the bottom of the holster sewn shut. NO PROBLEM

Can you do a half Gun Belt Size at 37-1/2? YES

From this info can you estimate the total loop count? Yes, 24 up to 30 
Do you ship to PO Box? YES
Are there shipping and handling charges? YES
Estimated time to ship after placement of order? 10-14 weeks AverageYear Round
Will you take credit card over phone? Yes