$65.99
1 in stock
Online inventory may differ from in-store availability.
Quick turnaround so you get your gear sooner.
Trusted checkout with industry-standard protection.
Keeping Traditions Alive Since 1953
Secure Transactions provided with 
The S&W Governor is a chunky revolver, no way around it, and getting one to carry comfortably takes the right rig. The DeSantis Speed Scabbard is built for exactly that job. This is an outside-the-waistband leather holster molded specifically to the Governor with a 2.75-inch barrel, and it does a surprising amount to make that big wheelgun disappear under a cover garment. Folks who own one consistently point out how it keeps the Governor high and tight to the body, to the point that some never thought concealed carry of that revolver was realistic until they tried this holster.
The name is not just marketing. This is an open-top, no-thumb-break design meant for a smooth, uninterrupted draw. Retention comes from precise wet-molding of the leather around the Governor's frame rather than a strap or snap, so the gun stays put when you are moving but comes out clean when you want it. It rides with a slight forward rake, which puts the grip at a natural angle for a quick grab and helps tuck the muzzle in toward your body.
This Speed Scabbard is cut from black unlined leather in a classic two-piece pancake pattern. It carries two belt slots that accept belts up to 1-3/4 inches wide, so it locks onto a proper gun belt and keeps the whole setup stable through the day. As with most quality leather holsters, it may feel stiff out of the box and will break in and mold even tighter to your revolver with a little wear. This one is set up for right-hand carry.
DeSantis has been building holsters in the USA for decades, and the Speed Scabbard is one of their long-running staples for plainclothes and everyday carry. If you own a Governor and want a leather OWB that carries it comfortably and draws quick, this is a proven pick.
No, this model relies on precise wet-molded leather retention instead of a tension screw or thumb break. The Governor snaps into the molded pocket and stays secure through normal movement. When you want to draw, there is no strap or snap to defeat, which is the whole point of the open-top design.
Yes, and that is one of the main reasons Governor owners reach for it. The Speed Scabbard rides high and tight against the body, which pulls the frame in close and keeps the grip from printing as badly. With a proper cover garment and a good gun belt, plenty of folks carry the Governor concealed with this rig.
It has two belt slots sized for belts up to 1-3/4 inches wide, so it pairs well with a dedicated gun belt in the 1.5 to 1.75 inch range. A stiffer belt makes a real difference here since the Governor carries some weight. Threading it onto a quality belt keeps the holster stable and the draw consistent.
Quality leather holsters like this one tend to feel firm right out of the box, and that is normal. The Speed Scabbard breaks in with use and will mold even tighter to your revolver over time. Working the gun in and out a few times helps speed up that break-in period.
| UPC | 792695306672 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 002BAV1Z0 |
| Barrel Length | 2.75" |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 7.2500 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Outside Waistband Holster |
| Shipping Weight | 0.2813 |
You must be logged in to post a review.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.