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holster
Mountaineering a similar case for an ice axe or piton hammer
holster [′hōl·stər]
(ordnance)
A pocket-type device with a single compartment designed to be worn on a belt or shoulder harness, which may be furnished with it, and used to carry a pistol, revolver, or the like.
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If he had followed up his advantage he would have had Mohammed Beyd at his mercy in another moment; but instead he tugged at his revolver to draw it from its holster, and Fate ordained that at that particular moment the weapon should stick in its leather scabbard.
Tarzan and the Jewels of Opar by Burroughs, Edgar Rice View in context
Van Horn, before speaking again, loosened his automatic pistol half out of its holster, and slipped the holster around from his hip till it rested on his groin conveniently close to his hand.
Jerry of the Islands by London, Jack View in context
It was well I did so, for the warrior drew an evil looking pistol from its holster and was on the point of putting an end to the creature when I sprang forward and struck up his arm.
A Princess of Mars by Burroughs, Edgar Rice View in context
 
 
 
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