A Veteran’s Story | Honoring the Men Behind the Mission

At C&G Holsters, service isn’t just something we talk about — it’s something we’re built on.

This Veterans Day, we’re proud to share A Veteran’s Story: a project that shines a light on the veterans who are part of our team and the values they carry with them every day.

A Project From The Heart

A Veteran’s Story was born from a simple idea — to give our veterans a voice. We sat down with several members of the C&G Holsters team to hear their stories firsthand: their experiences in uniform, the lessons learned through service, and what Veterans Day truly means to them.

For us, this project is more than just a tribute; it’s a reflection of who we are as a company. Our team is made up of U.S. Military Veterans, Law Enforcement, and patriots who continue to live out the values of faith, family, and service through the work they do here every day.

Behind Every Holster Is A Story

In the full-length video, our CEO Chris Burns opens by sharing the heart behind C&G Holsters and the reason this project matters — not just to our team, but to every Veteran who’s ever worn the uniform.

You'll also hear from:

• Jamey Caldwell, owner of 1 Minute Out and the co-creator of our MOD1 Holster.
• Kevin "Gunny" Boyd, who's been with C&G since the beginning, helping Chris grow the company from its early days in the garage.
• Zach Olanyk, our Production Manager, leading the crew that brings every C&G holster to life with precision and pride.
• Dustin Heard, a Blackwater Raven 23 alumni and one of our longtime Sales Representatives, dedicated to connecting our products with those who depend on them most.
• Tommy Young, one of our veteran Sales Representatives who’s been part of the C&G family for years, continuing to serve our mission every day.

Every story is different, but every one of them shares the same foundation: honor, integrity, and a continued sense of purpose.

To All Who Have Served: Thank You

This Veterans Day and every day, we stand in gratitude for the men and women who have dedicated their lives to protecting what we hold close.

From everyone at C&G Holsters we thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your aspiration to protect our freedoms.