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Galco SWITCHBACK STRONGSIDE/CROSSDRAW BELT HOLSTER for PISTOLS RDS
Strongside*/Crossdraw* Belt Holster (OWB*) · Handcrafted in the USA · Since 1969
The Galco SWITCHBACK Strongside/Crossdraw Belt Holster for Pistols RDS is a versatile belt holster that can be worn both as a Strongside* holster (shooting hand side) and in Crossdraw* (opposite side, grip forward). The thumb break retention strap secures the firearm in both carry positions. The Adjustable Retention* allows individual adjustment of holding force.
The dual carry option makes this belt particularly flexible – whether for drivers who need quick access while seated (Crossdraw*), or for the classic Strongside* position. Fits belts up to 1¾".
Specifications:
- Type: Strongside*/Crossdraw* Belt Holster (OWB*)
- Belt Width: up to 4,4 cm (1¾")
- Material: Premium Saddle Leather*, Vegetable Tanned* – chrome-free
- Manufacturer: Galco International, Phoenix, Arizona, USA
Available Variants
This belt is available for 92 firearm models in 1 colors (Black), for right- and left-hand draw.
Pistols (92):
- BERETTA: APX · PX4 STORM 9/.40
- COLT: 4 1/4" 1911 · 5" 1911 · 5" 1911 w/wo red dot
- CZ: P-07 · P10C
- DAN WESSON: 4.25" 1911 (no rail) · 5" 1911 (no rail) · 5" 1911 W/RAIL
- GLOCK: 17 Gen 1-5 · 17 w/wo red dot · 22 Gen 2-4 · 22 Gen 2-4 w/wo red dot · 31 · 31 Gen 3-4 w/wo red dot · 47 · 49
- HK: VP9 · VP9 W/WO RED DOT
- KIMBER: 4" 1911 · 4" 1911 w/rail · 4" 1911 w/wo red dot · 5" 1911 · 5" 1911 W/RAIL · 5" 1911 W/RAIL w/wo red dot · 5" 1911 w/wo red dot · KDS9C · KDS9C w/wo red dot
- NIGHTHAWK: 5" 1911
- RUGER: AMERICAN 9mm · SR1911 5" · SR1911 5" w/wo red dot · SR40 · SR9
- SARSILMAZ: SAR 9 w/wo red dot · SAR9
- SHADOW: SYSTEMS DR920 · SYSTEMS DR920 w/wo red dot · SYSTEMS MR920 · SYSTEMS MR920 w/wo red dot
- SIG-SAUER: 4 1/4" 1911 (contoured slide) · 5" 1911 w/rail (contoured slide) · M18 · M18 w/wo red dot · P225 (P6) · P228 · P229 (DA) · P229 w/rail (DA) · P229 w/rail (DA) w/wo red dot · P229 w/rail bobbed hammer · P229 w/rail bobbed w/wo red dot · P320 COMPACT 9/.40 · P320 COMPACT 9/.40 w/wo red dot · P320 COMPACT W/RED DOT · P320 X-COMPACT 9/.40 · P320 X-COMPACT 9/.40 w/wo RDS · P320 X-COMPACT w/RED DOT
- S&W: S&W 39/469/639/3906 · S&W 4006/4046 · S&W 411/915 · S&W 59/459/659/5906 · S&W M&P 2.0 4.25" 9/.40 · S&W M&P 2.0 4.25" 9/.40 w/wo red dot · S&W SW1911 5" · S&W SW1911 5" W/RAIL · S&W SW1911 5" W/RAIL w/wo red dot · S&W SW1911 5" w/wo red dot · S&W SW1911SC 4 1/4" · S&W SW1911SC 4 1/4" w/wo red dot · S&W SW99 9mm /.40 Full Size
- SPRINGFIELD: 1911 OPERATOR 5" (short rail) · 4" 1911 · 4" 1911 w/wo red dot · 5" 1911 · 5" 1911 w/wo red dot
- STACCATO: P
- STOEGER: STR-9
- TAURUS: G3 · PT1911 5" no rail · PT1911 5" no rail w/wo red dot · TH9 · TX9 FULL
- TISAS: 1911 RAIDER 5" · 1911A1 5" · 1911A1 CARRY B9/45 4 1/4" · 1911A1 TANK COMMANDER 4 1/4"
- WALTHER: PPQ 9mm/.40 · PPQ M2 4" 9mm/.40
- WILSON: COMBAT 4 1/4" 1911 · COMBAT 4" 1911 · COMBAT 5" 1911
Colors: Black
Hand: Right Hand · Left Hand
Material & Craftsmanship
Galco exclusively uses Premium Saddle Leather* – "Number One" grade, Vegetable Tanned*, chrome-free. Each holster is handcrafted in Phoenix, Arizona.
Available Colors
- Black – Elegant, through-dyed leather. The ideal choice for professional and business wear.
We recommend purchasing holster, magazine carrier, and belt from the same manufacturer.
About Galco International
Galco International was founded in 1969 in Chicago as "The Famous Jackass Leather Company" and has been crafting premium holsters by hand for over 55 years. Today, Galco is one of the world's leading manufacturers – made exclusively in the USA.
Glossary:
- Strongside* – The holster is worn on the shooting hand side (right hip for right-handers, left hip for left-handers). The most natural and fastest carry position, recommended by leading shooting academies.
- Crossdraw* – The holster is worn on the opposite side of the shooting hand (grip facing forward). Ideal for drivers and seated positions, as access is easier while sitting.
- Thumb Break* – A retention strap over the firearm grip that is released with the thumb. Provides additional security against accidental dislodging – especially important during active movement.
- Neutral Cant* – The grip points straight up (0° angle). Allows both Strongside and Crossdraw carry with the same holster.
- OWB* – Outside Waistband – the holster mounts on the outside of the belt (as opposed to IWB holsters, which tuck inside the waistband).
- Premium Saddle Leather* – "Number One" grade American steerhide, representing the top 2% of all available hides, selected for firmness, consistency, and fiber structure.
- Vegetable Tanned* – A traditional, eco-friendly tanning method using natural tannins from tree bark (e.g., oak, mimosa). Produces firm, long-lasting leather without chrome salts or chemicals. More skin-friendly, more biodegradable, and develops a beautiful patina over time.
- IDPA* – International Defensive Pistol Association: An international sport shooting organization focused on realistic self-defense scenarios.
- USPSA* – United States Practical Shooting Association: The U.S. governing body for practical shooting competition.
* Product shown may not represent your gun fit or color selected.
*Please note: The firearms and ammunition shown are not included in the scope of delivery.
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