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nifty idea i came up with for modifying the holster to fit matty traps, did this to just show the idea doubt i will actually use this method to build the holster concept. but ultimately add a second strap or more solid material to loop down and fit snuggly into the groove. thus securing the trap to your holster.

How about a form filling block that is attached to the holster and fits into the speaker cavity the strap would keep it against the holster and the block would keep it from sliding out.

its a possibility, i think my method may be the most secure method though

viewtopic.php?f=3&t=26924&start=180#p354018

Way better and way more secure.

What is that exactly? Looks like something I want to use for my trap for Halloween.

Ive seen that vid, but it looks like you trade off the traps ability to roll.

Nope it still rolls great!

There's also jme1979's idea of a modified holster with brackets and strapping. The original thread is here:
http://www.gbfans.com/community/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=27371

And the sale thread with further progress here:
http://www.gbfans.com/community/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=27747

i wouldnt call it more secure. i dont intend on using that rubber twist tie to hold the trap. it was just a visual aid to get my point across. if you take wood and attatch it to the holster in a similar shape the trap will fit in. furthermore some people really dont want to alter the trap (myself included) not to mention i dont see how it could role fine that v hook looks like it sticks pretty far out form the wheels. (i could be wrong)

First I'm the one who did the mod this is ten times more secure the the modded trap holsters with all the added brackets IMO people are overthinking it, if you want it on you belt put four screws in it and done but if you don't want to mod it you may as well keep it on the shelf for display and with the hook and plate this thing still rolls on carpet as well.

First I'm the one who did the mod this is ten times more secure the the modded trap holsters with all the added brackets IMO people are overthinking it, if you want it on you belt put four screws in it and done but if you don't want to mod it you may as well keep it on the shelf for display and with the hook and plate this thing still rolls on carpet as well.[/quote]

not dissing your idea. and yeah it is more secure then L brackets.but the brackets are not a bad idea either especially if its a decent alternative to modding the trap and still getting it on the holster though, and some people want that alternative.

Do you get these V-hooks sourced locally? If not, I would need just a temp way of getting me through a Halloween party or two until I can mod this more permanently. As long as I can find a way to hook it to my belt, I don't think anyone out this weekend is going to be looking for accuracy. At the same time though, I don't need it to fall off and break $130 of plastic.

Correct me if I am wrong, but with your method you only have the regular strap across the doors of the trap, and the cord/rubber/whatever your are gonna use to go under the trap into the groove. Is that right?

I think the L brackets on the holster look tacky IMHO they stick out and without there being a bend it to lock into place i guess you could say it can slide of just as easy, i like what you came up with at least it can slip into the groove to hold it more securely.

I honestly like the look of the L bracket holster, but I think slimershomie's method is the best/most screen accurate and I will eventually do that to my trap (but I'm leaving unmodded for a while) . This cord idea does seem a bit more secure than the brackets, but they all have there strengths and weaknesses.
Slimershomie method is screen accurate, but means modding the trap.
jme1979's holster looks very professional, and I think looks good with the trap removed, but I'm worried of the trap kicking far enough forward to come off the brackets(maybe I'm just a worry wort).
Shaun Popa's idea seems more secure but IMO doesn't look as good (of course I go for security over looks anyway).
Cyland Props idea is really good too giving the closest to screen accurate without modding the tray (in theory anyway, I'd love to see it in practice)
and since the purpose of the thread is un modded trap holstering ideas, this has been a great collection of plans, great job guys

i was just using the cord to showcase my idea, i really have no intentions of using the cord. when i get time i will sit down and see if i can put something better to actually show it off.

Actually, if you read through his interest/sale thread (linked a few posts ago), he's been refining his ideas a bit more, to include a lip on the L-brackets to prevent just that.

not dissing your idea. and yeah it is more secure then L brackets.but the brackets are not a bad idea either especially if its a decent alternative to modding the trap and still getting it on the holster though, and some people want that alternative.[/quote]

In my experence over thinking things is really easy to do. My idea a form filling block that is attached to the holster that fits into the speaker cavity and the strap would keep it against the holster and the block would keep it from sliding out, works well without bungies or L-brackets.

In my experence over thinking things is really easy to do. My idea a form filling block that is attached to the holster that fits into the speaker cavity and the strap would keep it against the holster and the block would keep it from sliding out, works well without bungies or L-brackets.[/quote]


I'm gonna steal this idea if you don't mind

Go for it.

Looks like I dropped a quote up there.

you know we've been missing one really good idea. A leg mounted drop holster like in SLC Ghosbusters http://www.youtube.com/user/Ghostbuster ... pfQT2Z-18w great fan flim, a groovy way to carry a trap and no trap mods required

That's actually the way I want to go with mine. One of the SLC guys linked to a taser holster, but I was looking at it and it honestly doesn't look adjustable to me. I'm doing some searching. I actually have an idea on a holster to get - I'm just trying to see if I can find a source from it that's not going to be shipping from Hong Kong.

why not get some webbing, material, and buckles and just make your own? its not that hard I'd done similar projects before.

Because I haven't done any projects like this before. And my sewing skills are nonexistent past sewing patches on to things.

Though now that I think about it, it may be worth shooting an email off to a guy I've bought stuff from before that does custom pouches and tactical vests. Regardless, I won't be getting ANYTHING anytime soon; wouldn't even have the trap if my brother hadn't decided to surprise me by buying two of the damn things.

the leg mounted trap is a nice idea too. what taser holster did they link you?

http://www.amazon.com/Elite-Survival-Sy ... 810&sr=8-1

This is the leg holster used in the Ghostbusters SLC movie

Any ideas on a last minute way to keep this thing somewhere on my belt this weekend? I have a couple of those climbing clips, ya know the kinda oval jobs, connected to my belt. I was thinking maybe on the handle somehow connecting it there. Gah I dunno, it just looks so badass and I want to be able to have it somewhere on me. Thanks!

Last I knew, that was what was THOUGHT was the one. Granted, it came from John Rudy, but as I recall, he admitted that he wasn't sure and that they'd just bought them through Scott Silver. The reason I bring this up is that I keep staring at the one or two pictures of that thing that are out there, and Googling for places that sell them or reviews, trying to find confirmation at least that it is indeed adjustable - I don't want to drop $50 on something that, if it doesn't work, I'll never use, after all! Anyway, I can't find anything to confirm or deny if it is the one we're looking for.

I am working on a design to talk to a guy about, like I mentioned earlier. I've bought stuff from him before - my Stargate SG-1 costume's zat gun holster, to be specific - and his site specifically says that he does custom work. What I'm thinking is pretty simple - a belt-mounted black Cordura nylon pouch that'll cup around the bottom few inches of the trap, and an adjustable strap that buckles or Velcros across the trap just below the handle.

And to answer the question of why I don't do it myself, my sewing skills are minimal, the one sewing machine in my house is old and I don't have a clue how to run it. Besides which, Cordura laughs at most personal sewing machines.