Bianchi UM84 Universal Military Holster, Olive Drab, Size R

I am a big fan of this type of holster. I have been used the M12 model with 1911s and Baretta M9s for for over 20 years. Got this one for a Taurus 66. They protect your firearm and are made for hard rugged duty. Could not be happier.

Works perfectly for my S&W 329 4" .44 Mag. Realize it will be a little snug at first for this particular gun but after that it is fine. I use the drop leg attachment when I use a backpack. This makes it accessible whereas a belt holster, not so much. The top flap protects my investment from the elements. If you feel that you might need quick access to the gun, leave the top flap unsecured and do not worry, the gun will not go anywhere. There is a "D" ring that un-secures the top flap. The "D" ring will flop against the side of the holster and make some noise, not much. If you want to be stealthy, take the "D" ring and simply fold it inward toward the body of the holster. If you don't like the top flap, there is a thumbsnap/strap attachment that you can get.When I go out hunting or hiking here in Montana, this is the equipment I choose mainly for critters such as grizzlies, mountain lions, wolves, etc. Running into one of them is unlikely but not unheard of in these parts. Better to have it and not need it vs not having it and needing it. The holster is worth the money to me.

Will not fit the Python 4” bbl. I was hoping it would. Not universal-but these Bianchi holsters are otherwise excellent.

This is the UM84R holster for revolvers, in spite of the photo on the listing at the time of this review, which shows the UM84 Pistol holster.My Ruger GP100 .357 magnum with 4.2 inch barrel fits nicely, albeit initially a bit tight when inserting it and with the flap. When new, one much push the revolver completely into the holster as the opening is narrow. That loosens a little over time as the holster widens slightly and its flap reshapes some as both conform to the revolver's shape. The flap will initially be tight to close over the revolver, but still opens without any trouble. The GP100 fits deeply with the trigger guard completely inside the holster. Its adjustable rear sight may drag some when removing the revolver. This is solved by pulling backward some on the grip while pulling it out, to pull the sight away from the inside of the holster until it clears.Important Note (as Amazon has this currently offered bundled with this holster):You **CANNOT** use the Bianchi M1815 thumbsnap in lieu of the flap as it's not long enough! Bianchi, are you listening? Your revolver holster users would like one long enough!

I bought this for a Ruger Redhawk 44. I live in Alaska, and intend to mount the holster on mountain bikes and ATVs for critter protection. The good news is the pistol fits in the holster, and it's a very snug fit, so I have no concern about the pistol accidentally coming out. However, the flap will not close with the pistol in the holster. No biggie for me, as I just removed the flap. I only wanted the cover to keep the weather out, so it's not a deal breaker. Overall, I like the fit of the pistol in the holster and it looks well made. I would recommend it to others if closing the flap is not a concern.

The headline says it all.But, also note that other reviews for this product that mention the "M1815 thumbstrap" not fitting this holster (supposedly due to being too short) are, simply and plainly, wrong.First, there is no Bianchi "M1815 thumbstrap", though there is a Bianchi M1415 thumbsnap.Ok.Second, the M1415, when used with either this holster or with the similar Bianchi holsters for 1911 / Beretta M92 models, will only snap closed when the holsters *have* *been* *broken* *in* for the given firearm.These holsters are a combination of a nylon mesh shell with padding. So, they don't just automatically jump onto a given firearm.So that you know . . .

The holster received was as described, a Bianchi manufacture M12 holster with booklet, says for NATO M9 9mm pistol. I tried it with a Ruger Redhawk 44mag with 4.2 barrel length, fit was very good. The trigger is exposed, not covered. I also tried a Glock 21 in 45 acp with 4.6 inch barrel, this pistol fit very well in the holster also, and the trigger was covered. I am sure a smaller Glock/semi auto or other revolvers would fit the holster with no problems, assuming barrel length of about 4 inches for secure support of the pistol in this holster. I would buy this holster again no question.

The description and title states this is the revolver holster even though the picture is of a Beretta 92 holster. Questions also ask for clarification if this is for the "revolver" holster and several answers all state yes but I received a holster for the Beretta 92, not a revolver. Besides that, the belt loop was torn through. I'm returning it.