Safariland S and W M and P 9-mm, 40 4.4-Inch Barrel 6378 ALS Concealment Paddle Holster (STX Black Finish,Left Handed)

better option for range shooting and open carry/concealed carry
Safariland is known for making good quality holsters and duty belt gear for law enforcement and military personnel. This holster is no exception. This paddle holster is comfortable and more stable than belt holsters in my opinion. It's also quicker and easier to put on and take off. Drawing and holstering is smooth with this holster and can be done quickly with practice disengaging the thumb lever. This retention No floppy thumb break straps to get in the way. Much better build quality, fit and finish, and retention than the popular, cheap fobus and blackhawk serpa holsters. The suede lining won't harm your gun's finish as badly as 100% kydex holsters will.
M&P9 Paddle holster
Received the holster quickly and in perfect condition. The holster comes with the paddle attachment already installed and a regular belt attachment included (A Plus). The holster is very easy to use. The retention system used in the Safari-land ALS holster works very well and feels instantly intuitive even to some one who does not train regularly. The pistol locks tightly into the retention system once the holster is adjusted properly and leaves one feeling a little extra security. The suede lining on the inside of the holster is a very nice touch and helps reducing holster wear on your firearm. The paddle itself Is very comfortable and when the ALS is worn in the 3-4 O'clock position it conforms to the hip perfectly. I find the paddle design to be a love/hate relationship as it is very comfortable when you are wearing it, but it is also very bulky once detached. Keep in mind I have seen this holster advertised as concealable. Believe me when I say this holster is as concealable as...
Damages My M&P Pistols!!!!!
I liked the fit and the holster is very comfortable on the hip but after a little over a week of use I noticed that it is damaging my M&P pistols (4 1/2 FS and compact). This holster is rubbing the finish off of the top egde of the slide. You can see a 2+ inch wear mark of where the holster rubs against the pistols. I am returning and getting the Fobus Evolution instead. A few of the guys at my LGS are using that holster and recommended it over the Safariland.

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