The 4 Best Ruger GP100 Holsters

The Ruger GP100 is a great revolver that works well as a concealed carry or for competitions. One of the best parts about this handgun is the grip, which is ergonomically shaped and usually features a textured dot pattern. There are a variety of models to choose from and most of these firearms cost between $750 and $900. For such an investment you’ll need a high quality holster.

We’ve put together this review of Ruger GP100 holsters and, as always, we’ll let you know which we think is the best choice at the end of the review. It can be difficult to find a good holster for a revolver because there’s a range of barrel sizes – from 2.25” to 6”. Obviously, your barrel size will greatly affect what style of holster you’re looking for. The standard OWB or IWB holster will work for many but others will need a style that can accommodate larger barrels while still concealing their firearm. Thankfully, we’ve done the dirty work for you and our review below hits every general need our readers have, no matter which Ruger GP100 they own.

Don’t worry about your wallet size here either! There are many holsters available that are all well under the $100 mark!

	Federal Shoulder Holster for Ruger GP100	Six way adjustment system Comfortable and supportive shoulder straps Snap closure retention strap Fits only 4” revolver Not ideal for everyone	$33 Shop NowClick to read my review
Top Pick	Gould & Goodrich Gold Line Three Slot Pancake Holster	Beautiful, molded leather Double stitching Adjust cant between two styles Only fits 3”-4” barrels	$49 Shop NowClick to read my review
Best Budget Buy	Depring Tactical Universal Shoulder Holster	Made from durable 600D Nylon Fully adjustable one size fits most Double pistol holsters with snap button closures Polyester simply isn’t as appealing as leather	$29 Shop NowClick to read my review
	BIANCHI 111 Cyclone Holster	High grade, molded leather Convenient thumb break Wear at dominant side or cross draw Most expensive option	$69 Shop NowClick to read my review

Federal Shoulder Holster for Ruger GP100

Materials – The Federal Shoulder Holster for Ruger GP100 is a different from the average ‘inside and outside the waistband’ holsters we normally cover. This holster features a compartment for your revolver on the left side intended for right handed cross draws. The other side has a pouch for extra ammo. The construction is made of nylon and the holster itself is padded with closed cell foam. There is also a snap closure retention strap. The shoulder straps are lined and made with Cordura fabric. They’re very similar in width to backpack straps so they won’t slide around. The holster also features a six-way adjustment system so the entire holster stays completely secure during activity and movement.

Performance – This Ruger GP100 holster is a pretty cool product even if it’s not really for everybody. The basic IWB or OWB holster doesn’t suit everybody. This holster, then, has particular advantages. For example, if you have a wider stature, this holster is very convenient. We love that a lot of adjustability is built into this option because we all come in different shapes and sizes. Although a nylon holster isn’t usually the best, the manufacturers made a well padded product shouldn’t let anything budge. This option is specifically for the 4” Ruger GP100s, so 6” or 3” barrels won’t work here.

What we say – The Federal Shoulder Holster for Ruger GP100 costs about $35 online, making it very affordable. It’s a good bargain, but not much different from the Depring Tactical also included in this review.

Gould & Goodrich Gold Line Three Slot Pancake Holster

Materials – The Gould and Goodrich Belt Holster is a beautifully crafted ‘outside of the waistband’ holster. It’s made of genuine leather and comes in a brown color. The leather is molded to the shape of your revolver, and there is double stitching for reinforcement along the trigger guard and along the barrel. There are three slots for attaching this holster to your belt: one at the trigger guard and two along the barrel. The two slots at the barrel allow the wearer to adjust their cant from vertical to FBI. Finally, there is a snap closure thumb break at the top of the holster.

Performance – The Gould and Goodrich Belt Holster is a gorgeous looking holster that can attract only the good type of attention from your peers. The molded leather is very durable, and the solid thumb break ensures that your Ruger GP100 won’t rock back and forth at any point during wear. We really love the double stitching – sometimes that can be hard to find in even higher quality options. We also really like the ability to adjust for cant with the belt slots. Again, this option is only for the 3” and 4” revolver models; and, really, we think a 6” barrel smacking against the hip can get pretty annoying.

What we say – The Gould and Goodrich Belt Holster costs just under $50 online. This is a fantastic price for a leather holster, and you likely won’t see this anywhere else.

Depring Tactical Universal Fit Shoulder Holster

Materials – This product is constructed of lightweight and breathable polyester so it is comfortable to wear. With plastic buckles that have been molded to secure your Ruger GP100. The shoulder straps are adjustable and have shoulder panels to assist spread the weight more evenly. Its drop-down belt loops keep everything in place and reduce movement when you’re on the move. Which is convenient and useful. Ruger GP100 and most other handguns are compatible with this holster and its double-magazine pouch. Which may be detached and switched places using buckles. 

Performance – When you’re putting your weapon away, the Depring Tactical holster is ideal as a protective cover. So this holster is a big aid, especially for military and law enforcement professionals. As well as civilian gun fans who use it on a regular basis. In terms of fitment, It’s best for medium to large pistols with 3.5″ to 5″ barrels and several firearms of similar size. If you wish to carry two medium/large pistols, you can cut the stitching on subcompact/compact handgun holsters to suit larger firearms.

What we say – The Depring Tactical Universal Fit Shoulder Holster makes underarm carry more accessible to the general public. It’s a fantastic starter set for the price. Especially if you’re looking for an inexpensive holster and yet have good features. This holster is for you.

BIANCHI 111 Cyclone Holster

Materials – The Bianchi 111 Cyclone Holster is an outside the waistband holster made of premium grade full grain leather. It can be purchased for left handed or right handed shooters, and it comes in a deep brown/mahogany color. The leather is molded to the contour of your Ruger GP100, and it fits 4” barrels. There is stitching for reinforcement around the barrel and at the thumb break, including some double stitching at the trigger guard. The thumb break at the top of the holster features a snap closure. There are two belt slots in the rear of the holster, and it can be worn straight on the dominant side or on the opposite side for a cross draw.

Performance – The Bianchi 111 Cyclone Holster is another really gorgeous holster coming the Bianchi brand. Their deep brown color has a warmness to it that is so appealing, we’re throwing in a few compliments about it in this review! Although it’s not double stitched (aside from the trigger guard), the stitching is still very high quality. Plus, Bianchi’s leather is a higher grade than most other leather holsters you’ll find online. The thumb break is very conveniently placed. we’ve noticed some thumb breaks don’t actually open as easily as the name will lead you to believe, but Bianchi’s thumb break really does function as it should.

What we say – The Bianchi 111 Cyclone Holster costs just over $60 online, making it the most expensive option within this review. We believe this would actually make a great gift for a loved one.

Our Favorite Ruger GP100 Holster

Our top pick for the best Ruger GP100 Holster goes to the Gould & Goodrich Gold Line Three Slot Pancake Holster. It’s a little more difficult to pick the top choice for this review since the Ruger GP100 comes with a range of barrel sizes, but we’re making our choice under the assumption that most gunowners have a standard 3”-4” barrel. The Gould and Goodrich Belt Holster is made of quality leather, and we love the double stitching. We are also big fans of the three belt slots, allowing for different styles of cant.

If you want to spend a bit less or prefer shoulder holsters, then we’d recommend the Depring Tactical Universal Shoulder Holster. Durable, lightweight and holds your guns well.

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