What is a Level 2 holster?
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What is a Level 2 holster?
Level Two retention holster: a Level Two holster has an active retention device in addition to the passive retention of the holster itself, making for two sources of retention. Commonly, a thumb break, hammer loop or trigger guard lock is the device in question. These are very popular for open carry or law enforcement.
What is SLS retention?
SLS™ SELF LOCKING SYSTEM. The SLS utilizes a rotating hood retention device, which allows for a smoother, single-motion draw and greater protection against attempted weapon takeaways.
What is a Safariland ALS holster?
ALS® Automatic Locking System. The ALS is often called a thumb release or lever, and it sits to the inside of the body of the holster against the user. The system uses an internal locking mechanism that secures the gun in all directions simply upon re-holstering.
What is a Level 3 duty holster?
A level 3 holster has adjustable tension on the trigger guard, an auto lock that releases when the index finger is extended along the slide, and a pivot guard that releases when driving down on the holster with a master grip.
What is the Safariland 6280 SLS mid-ride holster?
The Safariland® 6280 SLS Mid-ride model is a top draw, straight cant duty holster with the SLS (Self Locking System) rotating hood, which allows for a smoother single-motion draw and greater protection against attempted takeaways. The hood can only be released by being simultaneously pushed down and rotated forward.
What is the retention™ capability of the 6280?
With Level II Retention™ capabilities, the 6280 can be adjusted to a Level III Retention™ with the addition of an optional Sentry device. Constructed of SafariLaminate™ the holster is durable, easy to clean.
Why choose Safariland’s lining?
The suede-like lining protects your firearm finish if you care. It is easy and intuitive to use with minimal practice, retains the weapon well, and can be easily modified with safariland’s range of mounting options to suit your needs. Additionally security can be added with the “sentry” and hood if desired.
Should I get a low rise holster for my tactical vest?
The low rise holster makes it convenient to have when your wearing a tactical vest. The mid or high rise holsters make it difficult to draw your weapon out while your vest is resting on the hood.
