Soviet EFA-2k Spetsnaz Holster

Published on April 27, 2020
Duration: 6:37

The Soviet EFA-2k Spetsnaz holster is designed for Condition 3 carry, automatically chambering a round and cocking the hammer during the draw. Range tests revealed no significant speed advantage over traditional Condition 2 carry. The presenter expressed serious safety concerns due to the push-through mechanism, likening it to the Serpa holster's potential for negligent discharge.

Quick Summary

The Soviet EFA-2k Spetsnaz holster is designed for Condition 3 carry, automatically chambering a round and cocking the hammer during the draw. However, range tests showed no significant speed advantage over traditional methods, and serious safety concerns were raised regarding its push-through mechanism.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: EFA-2k Holster & Condition 3
  2. 00:35Holster Mechanism Demo
  3. 01:21Range Test: Speed Comparison
  4. 04:53Safety & Utility Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Condition 3 carry?

Condition 3 carry means a firearm has a loaded magazine inserted, but the chamber is empty. The safety is typically engaged. This setup requires the user to chamber a round during the draw stroke before firing.

Does the EFA-2k Spetsnaz holster offer a speed advantage?

According to range tests, the EFA-2k holster's draw-to-first-shot time from Condition 3 was comparable to a standard double-action draw from Condition 2, showing no significant speed advantage.

What are the safety concerns with the EFA-2k holster?

The primary safety concern is the push-through mechanism, which could potentially lead to a negligent discharge if mishandled, similar to criticisms leveled against the Serpa holster.

What firearm was used in the EFA-2k holster review?

The review featured a .380 ACP caliber Makarov pistol, a commercial variant, demonstrating the EFA-2k holster's function with this specific firearm model.

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