WTF SAFARILAND???? Price Hike on Holsters

Published on May 1, 2026
Duration: 6:34

This video discusses the significant price increase of Safariland holsters, specifically highlighting the Safariland 6354RDS for a Glock 34. The speaker contrasts a recent build costing $340 with a similar order from three years prior that cost $250. The video criticizes companies for hyper-inflating prices and encourages consumers to call out such practices, advocating for support of smaller companies that offer better value.

Quick Summary

Firearms instructor criticizes Safariland's significant holster price hikes, noting a $340 cost for a custom Glock holster compared to $250 three years prior. The speaker attributes this 'hyper-inflation' to market factors beyond material costs and encourages consumers to support value-driven companies.

Chapters

  1. 00:07Introduction: Frustration with Gun Community Costs
  2. 00:25The Ludicrous Cost of Firearm Accessories
  3. 00:55Trust in Safariland Products
  4. 01:12Specific Holster: Safariland 6354RDS for Glock 34
  5. 01:34Current Safariland Holster Pricing Example
  6. 02:15Building a Holster: Price Escalation
  7. 03:03Past Safariland Order: $250 vs. $340 Today
  8. 03:33Comparison: Glock Gen 5 34 Holster Price Difference
  9. 04:09Infuriating Price Jump: Why the Increase?
  10. 04:42Comparison: IWI Zion 15 Pricing Stability
  11. 05:14Companies Not Jacking Prices: IWI Example
  12. 05:23Safariland's Hyper-Inflation of Prices
  13. 05:45Don't Let Companies Do This to Consumers
  14. 06:19Buy from Good Companies: Support Smaller Businesses
  15. 06:30Learn, Train, Evolve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main reason for the speaker's frustration with Safariland?

The speaker is frustrated by the significant price increase of Safariland holsters. A comparable holster that cost $250 three years ago now costs $340, which the speaker believes is excessive and not solely justified by material costs.

What specific Safariland holster and firearm are discussed?

The video specifically discusses the Safariland 6354RDS holster, often configured for firearms like the Glock 34 or Glock 17 Gen 6, and mentions options for enclosed emitter optics like the Aimpoint Acro or RMR HD, and weapon lights such as the TLR-1.

What advice does the speaker give to consumers regarding price increases?

The speaker urges consumers to 'call out' companies that hyper-inflate prices and to support smaller companies that offer better value and care about their customers. The message is to not let companies exploit consumers with unjustified price hikes.

How does the speaker compare Safariland's pricing to other companies?

The speaker contrasts Safariland's price increases with companies like IWI (Israel Weapon Industries), which they believe have maintained more stable pricing on their products, such as the Zion 15 rifle, even when purchased at higher prices in the past.

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