Molded holster belt loop assembly with shelf

Holsters for side arm weapons are frequently worn by both military and law enforcement personnel and are traditionally suspended from the duty belt of the wearer. The most common method of suspending a holster from a belt is to incorporate a holster belt loop assembly as a permanent part of the holster. The wearer's belt is then passed through the belt loop assembly, thus allowing the holster to hang from the belt. An improved belt-loop assembly for hanging goods from a belt primarily used in conjunction with a holster. The belt loop assembly has a tapered belt loop opening and a platform upon which the belt rests. The taper aids in fixedly positioning the assembly along the belt while the platform protects the belt from wear due to belt positioning screws commonly found in belt loop assemblies.