Safariland Quick Locking System (QLS)

Published on May 27, 2017
Duration: 3:33

The Safariland QLS system offers a versatile solution for mounting holsters across various platforms. It allows users to quickly transfer a single holster, like an ALS for a Glock 17, between different belt setups (battle belt, standard belt, MOLLE) using the QLS 19 fork and QLS 22 receiver plate. The system meets Safariland's Level 1 retention standards and is available in multiple colors.

Quick Summary

The Safariland QLS system allows quick holster transfer between platforms using a QLS 19 fork and QLS 22 receiver plate. It meets Level 1 retention standards and offers great versatility, letting you use one holster on battle belts, standard belts, or MOLLE attachments.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Safariland QLS
  2. 00:18Practical Use Case: Afghanistan Deployment
  3. 00:58QLS System Components Explained
  4. 01:28Retention Standards: Level 1 Test
  5. 02:02Versatility Across Platforms
  6. 02:51Pricing and Availability

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Safariland Quick Locking System (QLS)?

The Safariland QLS is a modular mounting system that allows users to quickly attach and detach holsters from various platforms like belts, vests, or drop-leg rigs using a locking fork and receiver plate.

How does the Safariland QLS system work?

It uses two main components: the QLS 19 Locking Fork, which attaches to the holster, and the QLS 22 Receiver Plate, which mounts onto your gear. They click together securely, allowing for rapid holster transfer.

What retention standards does the Safariland QLS meet?

The QLS system meets Safariland's Level 1 retention standard. This means it must remain attached to the user for a minimum of five seconds when subjected to an unlimited direction pull test.

What are the benefits of using the Safariland QLS?

The primary benefit is versatility. It allows you to use a single, often expensive, holster across multiple gear setups (battle belt, standard belt, MOLLE) without needing multiple holsters.

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