Hybrid holsters have always walked a fine line. Some lean too hard into comfort and get floppy. Others crank retention to eleven and feel like you’re carrying a cinder block on your belt. FALCO Holsters thinks it found the sweet spot with its TalonGuard system and apparently customers agree.
After the success of its original IWB TalonGuard lineup, FALCO is expanding the series with four new OWB models: the C915, C915 L, C916, and C916 L. The new rigs bring the same leather-meets-Kydex formula to outside-the-waistband carry, giving shooters more options for everything from EDC to range work and duty use.
TalonGuard: Leather Comfort Meets Kydex Security
At the core of the TalonGuard system is a precisely molded Kydex insert that fully encloses the triggerguard and weapon light. This means better passive retention and enhanced safety without sacrificing the comfort and flexibility shooters expect from premium leather rigs.
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Each holster combines premium Italian leather with genuine U.S.-made Kydex, because apparently FALCO decided your carry setup deserves both old-world craftsmanship and modern retention science. The holsters also feature optional sweat guards and open-top/open-bottom designs compatible with threaded barrels.
In short, these aren’t your grandpa’s floppy leather pancakes.
Pancake Models
The new C915 and C915 L Pancake OWB Holsters focus on stability and comfort during active movement. Their widely spaced polymer belt loops spread weight evenly across the belt, helping keep the holster planted when things get sporty.
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The C915 L supports pistols equipped with weapon lights or lasers, while the standard C915 includes adjustable retention screws for dialing in draw resistance.
- C915 MSRP: $129.95
- C915 L MSRP: $139.95
Compact OWB Options
For those wanting a slimmer footprint, the C916 and C916 L offer a more compact OWB setup designed for discreet everyday carry. The combination of a polymer belt loop and leather belt tunnel keeps the profile trim without sacrificing stability.
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Like its larger sibling, the C916 L accommodates light-bearing pistols, while the standard C916 features adjustable retention screws.
- C916 MSRP: $129.95
- C916 L MSRP: $139.95
Next Step
According to FALCO CEO Robert Kováč, the rapid popularity of the original TalonGuard series made the OWB expansion “the natural next step.” With support for more than 2,600 handgun models and over 100 weapon lights, the new TalonGuard lineup appears ready for just about everything short of carrying a crew-served weapon.
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