Does Your Holster FIGHT to Retain your Gun? @TheSafarilandGroup

This guide details the operation of the Genesis Gen 12 Less Lethal Shotgun, as demonstrated by Tactical Advisor. It emphasizes the importance of using only designated less lethal ammunition, identified by orange Cerakote and specific markings. The video showcases the shotgun's rapid-fire capability and reliability with bean bag rounds, highlighting its design for law enforcement applications.

This video provides an expert comparison of two high-level duty holsters: the Safariland 7360 RDS and the Alien Gear Rapid Force. Both holsters offer Level 3 retention, accommodate optics and weapon lights, and are designed for professional use by law enforcement, military, and security personnel. The Safariland 7360 RDS features an ALS system and extreme temperature tolerance, while the Alien Gear Rapid Force is marketed for its speed and security.

This video analyzes a critical incident where a law enforcement officer successfully neutralized an armed suspect holding a victim at gunpoint from a distance of 12-15 yards. The analysis, provided by experienced instructors from Active Self Protection, highlights exceptional marksmanship, proper radio communication, and critiques potential safety oversights such as drawing a weapon while driving and handling a suspect without re-holstering. The content emphasizes the importance of fundamental skills, even with advanced equipment like red dot optics.

Instructor Mike, a former police officer and firearms instructor, identifies a critical safety issue with an off-duty officer's canted holster. He provides and installs a Safariland duty holster for a Glock 19, demonstrating proper retention mechanics and the importance of a natural index draw. He also advises on switching from FMJ to hollow-point ammunition for duty use to mitigate over-penetration risks.

This guide demonstrates how to ensure and test firearm retention in a duty holster, as explained by Johnny Q, a professional law enforcement officer. It covers the importance of secure holstering, the effectiveness of high-retention systems like Safariland's ALS/SLS against extreme movement, and the proper manual deactivation of retention mechanisms for a safe draw.

This guide covers the selection and use of tactical style holsters, distinguishing them from concealed carry options. It details key features like OWB design, various ride heights, active retention systems (ALS, SLS), and modular attachment options (QLS). The importance of matching holsters to specific firearm configurations, including weapon lights and optics, is emphasized, with Safariland recommended as an industry standard. Proper draw technique and safety considerations are also highlighted.

This video provides expert guidance from Instructor Mike on how an Illinois concealed carrier should comply with police during a traffic stop. It details maintaining officer safety, proper disclosure of a concealed firearm, and presenting identification and permits from a lanyard to avoid sudden movements. The instructor emphasizes proactive communication and adherence to safety protocols taught in his courses.

Instructor Mike, identified as a Firearms Instructor, provides expert guidance on secure firearm storage within a vehicle. He strongly advocates for carrying the firearm on your person as the most secure method, with shoulder holsters presented as a viable alternative. The video explicitly discourages several common but unsafe storage locations, including between seats, sun visors, door pockets, near the steering column, center consoles, and glove boxes, highlighting the risks associated with each.

This video from Instructor Mike critiques an off-duty officer's poor tactical choices while working a side job. Key takeaways include the dangers of wearing a hoodie that obstructs peripheral vision and the risks associated with using earbuds that diminish auditory awareness. Instructor Mike emphasizes the importance of maintaining situational awareness even when off-duty or in a secondary role.

This video demonstrates a traffic stop scenario involving Instructor Mike and a Chicago police officer. It highlights the importance of maintaining visible hands during an interaction and provides a practical example of how to communicate effectively with law enforcement. The officer issues a warning for a missing license plate, emphasizing the need for proper vehicle documentation.