Gregory,So, Who was or is Brill? Can I guess they were a holster maker?
What did they do that was so special they would get special recognition?
I'm not trying to be a smart a$$, I just can't figure out where this thread should be going.
If the holsters you have in this thread are copies, what would make them get the recognition of being a Brill copy?
We all pretty much know what a "Fitz" revolver is, because they're so unique, and so easy to define. I've never heard of Brill before, so I'm not sure how to respond.
Regards,
Gregory
So, Who was or is Brill? Can I guess they were a holster maker?
What did they do that was so special they would get special recognition?
I'm not trying to be a smart a$$, I just can't figure out where this thread should be going.
If the holsters you have in this thread are copies, what would make them get the recognition of being a Brill copy?
We all pretty much know what a "Fitz" revolver is, because they're so unique, and so easy to define. I've never heard of Brill before, so I'm not sure how to respond.
Regards,
Gregory
Mr. Keith....Those of us that build holsters, the Brill design is a timeless treasure,
as is the Threepersons design. I like em both.
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This is what I have found with the Brill design....With the full back flap, I have found it much easier to adjust the dwell of the handgun for a snugger fit to the rib cage,as opposed to Threepersons design that seem to allow the pistol butt to stick out away from the gun belt.Mr. Keith....
For the most part, the pouch on all of the Brill holsters I’ve examined looked suspiciously similar to an original Threepersons holster. Without the thick full-length welt, back flap, and cuff, of course. Any personal thoughts on that?
The link I supplied above answers some of those questions. The Threepersons holster was a pared down Brill, maybe. Similar holsters, to both styles had been around for years. The Brill was designed as a lightweight holster to be worn on the trouser belt. The cuff allowed the cant of the holster to be designed in and the position of the fold determined the width of the belt. The article explains it better. The examples I have used and own are not light by any means. I hope to get an accurate reproduction for my 4”, N frame soon...Mr. Keith....
For the most part, the pouch on all of the Brill holsters I’ve examined looked suspiciously similar to an original Threepersons holster. Without the thick full-length welt, back flap, and cuff, of course....