How to Choose the Right Duty Gun Holster

Published on February 22, 2019
Duration: 2:16

This video emphasizes the critical importance of high-retention duty holsters for law enforcement and security personnel. Instructor Mike demonstrates a gun grab scenario, highlighting how basic holsters can fail under duress. He showcases the Safariland ALS/SLS system, a Level 3 or 4 retention holster, as a superior option for preventing unauthorized weapon access during high-stress encounters.

Quick Summary

High retention duty holsters, like the Safariland ALS/SLS (Level 3 or 4), are essential for law enforcement to prevent weapon snatching. They feature mechanisms like the ALS and SLS rotating hood to secure the firearm during high-stress situations and physical altercations.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Gun Grab Scenario & Holster Vulnerability
  2. 00:16Importance of Holster Retention for Officers
  3. 00:46Safariland ALS/SLS Holster Features Explained
  4. 01:21Final Advice: Selecting Survival Gear

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is high retention important for duty holsters?

High retention is critical for duty holsters to prevent weapon snatching by assailants during confrontations or arrests. A secure holster ensures the firearm remains in place, even when the officer is distracted or engaged in physical struggle, safeguarding both the officer and the public.

What is the Safariland ALS/SLS holster?

The Safariland ALS/SLS is a duty holster system featuring an Automatic Locking System (ALS) and a Self Locking System (SLS) rotating hood. This combination provides a high level of retention, often rated as Level 3 or Level 4, designed to resist unauthorized firearm removal.

What retention level does the Safariland ALS/SLS offer?

The Safariland ALS/SLS holster typically offers Level 3 or Level 4 retention. This is achieved through a combination of internal locking mechanisms (ALS) and an external rotating hood (SLS), providing robust security against weapon grabs.

What firearm was demonstrated with the Safariland holster?

The video demonstrates the Safariland ALS/SLS holster with a Glock 19 pistol. This is a common duty firearm, and the holster is designed to securely hold it while allowing for a rapid, controlled draw by the authorized user.

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