What is the difference between ALS and SLS holsters?

What is the difference between ALS and SLS holsters?

The automatic locking system (ALS) is a simple locking mechanism which locks onto the ejection port of the weapon. The SLS is a hood which when rotated up prevents the weapon from being drawn. To draw the thumb depresses the hood, then rotates it forward so that the gun may be drawn.

What is ALS concealment?

ALS (automatic Locking system) Secures your weapon once holstered and allows a fast draw. This holster rides close to the body for easy concealment. SafariLaminate construction makes the holster strong on the outside, while SafariSuede on the inside protects the firearm.

What is an 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.

Are Safariland holsters Universal?

Safariland duty holsters come standard with the UBL – Universal Belt Loop Mid-ride. Find your perfect universal belt loop with our Comparison Chart.

Are Safariland holsters any good?

The Safariland ALS holsters are great. Rather than trying to jerk a pistol free of kydex, you naturally release the retention and smoothly draw your pistol.

Can you remove SLS from Safariland holster?

To remove the hood guard from a Safariland SLS Holster first locate the allen wrench that should be included with the holster. Next locate the two screws that secure not only the hood guard, but also the rotating hood. When removing these, be sure to hold the rotating hood in place so it won’t come loose.

What is safariland 7TS?

The Safariland® Model 7378 7TS Holster combines the security of ALS® with the speed and simplicity of an open-top design. ALS® secures your weapon automatically as it is holstered, yet still allows a fast, natural draw with the swipe of the thumb release as you acquire your shooting grip.

Which Safariland holster do I have?

Model Number You can tell which model you are looking at by the first number on the model series. The first digit of the model number denotes the series. For example, the Model 6390 is part of the 6000 series. The newest holster line is the 7000 series, commonly called 7TS™ series holsters.

Is safariland a kydex?

Safariland 6000 Series Holsters The 6000 series are built by thermoforming, utilizing a Kydex-type material called Boltaron, which is a proprietary thermoplastic alloy that is formed to the exact weapon fit. This material is much more durable than what you will find in other Kydex-style holsters.

How long does it take to get a holster for safariland?

SAFARILAND HOLSTER WRAP LEAD TIMES: Lead times for these order may take 8-12 weeks. When our restock arrives your order is filled, and expedited into the wrap queue based on order date.

What is safariland hood guard?

The 6000 Hood Guard is a uniquely designed accessory providing protection for the SLS holster system. It will adapt to any SLS holster. Available in black, brown, and foliage green.