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Introducing the Kompakt Holster

Tuesday, March 12th, 2024

Antimatter Industries presents a next gen appendix holster: the Kompakt. Utilizing a unibody design instead of the traditional clamshell kydex build, the Kompakt is 20-40% smaller than traditional appendix holsters with a mag carrier.

The mag carrier quick-detach system allows you to add or subtract a spare mag or Snakestaff Systems ETQ tourniquet in seconds without tools. The holster features a Discreet Carry™ steel belt clip and an adjustable claw for better retention.The most consistent feedback received from testers is that the Kompakt is the smallest and most comfortable appendix rig they’ve ever tried.

The Kompakt is built for the Streamlight™ TLR-7 Sub™ and will work with or without the Antimatter Wing (a flip out thumb ledge). The Kompact is available in two options for the most popular EDC compact pistols: The Sig™ p365 (all variants) and Glock™ 43x/48 and the Springfield™ Hellcat.

Available today at 5PM Mountain Standard Time on
Antimatterindustries.com.

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Safariland’s Species Holster Now Available in MultiCam Black

Wednesday, February 28th, 2024

JACKSONVILLE, Florida – Safariland®, a brand of The Safariland Group®, a leading global provider of safety products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets and one of Cadre Holdings, Inc.’s (NYSE: CDRE) (“Cadre”) key brands has announced the release of the Species® holster in MultiCam® Black. This addition to Safariland’s holster line offers the next level of concealment for everyday carry in the fan-favorite pattern.

Designed with the modern user in mind, the Species features a minimalist design, offering a smaller package than other inside-the-waistband (IWB) holsters. The enhanced material selection and design integration bring Safariland’s renowned quality materials into this species of holster, ensuring durability and longevity.

Features Include:

• Adaptable tension device allows for tailored firearm tension and fit in holster

• Firearm model-specific design for ideal fit

• Fits standard 1.5″ (38 mm) belt widths

• Fully cantabile and vertically adjustable mounting clip for wear comfort

• Integrated passive trigger guard retention allows for a personalized feel during draw and reholstering

• Minimalist design reduces bulk in key areas for ideal IWB appendix style carry

• SafariLaminate™ thermal-molded construction for superior durability and longevity

• Sight channel provides clearance for standard height sights

• Suede lined for improved firearm fit while protecting the handgun’s finish

MultiCam has solidified its position as the proven solution for those seeking optimal camouflage. MultiCam Black pattern, known for its exceptional camouflage capabilities, further enhances the Species’ appeal. MultiCam Black seamlessly integrates with existing equipment, allowing for a cohesive and professional appearance.

The Species in MultiCam Black pattern is now available for purchase. To learn more about this exciting new release and to explore Safariland’s extensive range of holsters and tactical accessories, visit Safariland.com.

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SOTECH Debuts Their Springnose Taser 10/7 Holster, Airborne Cobra and Light Infantry Suspension System

Friday, January 26th, 2024

SOTech will be unveiling an array of new product designs at SHOT Show this year. We’ve spent the better part of 2023 conducting field tests and interviewing soldiers from the 82nd ABN, Ranger Regt, Special Forces and 25th ID developing our Light Infantry Suspension System, Airborne Cobra Pack, and medical systems. These tests are culminating in review by the Army over upcoming months. The LISS supports ensembles including rifleman, medic, leader, SAW gunner, grenadier and breacher which will be on display. The jumpable arrangement of the Cobra pack and our new series of scrim and ruck covers will also be shown. Come by booth 20059 to check them out, and if you can’t make it to SHOT, check them out in our catalogs at: sotechtactical.com/pages/catalogs US Patents and Patents Pending

After dominating the soft-shell market for Axon Tasers for 25 years, SOTECH launches its first plastic holster. Rather than adopting a pistol holster to a taser, SOTECH designed the Springnose TM around the features and requirements of both a Taser 7 and Taser 10. We worked closely with LAPD Training Division to absorb their requirements and lessons learned. We came up with a holster design that encompassed these features:

• Accessed with either strong hand or weekhand draw.

• Slim body design takes minimal space on the belt.

• Downward and rearward draw eliminates accidental weapon misidentification.

• Compressing taser against spring plate and rotating rearward provides quick draw.

• Extra retention strap with thumb snap is removable, and sewn semi rigid.

• Secondary weapon release provided by thumb depression of top hook.

• Officer can screw adjust to forward, vertical, or rearward cant.

• Officer can rearrange holster to right or left-hand wear.

• Field repairable as bottom cap is removable for access to spring compartment.

• Belt clip secures with unique inverted buttons.

• Belt clip fits 2 ¼ patrol belt and inner clip fits dress belts.

• Made in USA and US Patented and Patents Pending.

Email info@specopstech.com to request department test sample holster.

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Alien Gear Holsters to Launch Four New Products at SHOT Show 2024

Wednesday, January 10th, 2024

Post Falls, Idaho (Jan 2, 2024) – Alien Gear Holsters and Rapid Force will launch four new products at SHOT Show, January 23-26 in Booth #10174 located on the 2nd level of The Venetian Expo Center in Las Vegas, NV.

New products include:

– Rapid Force Level 3 Duty Holster V3: The enhanced professional-grade duty holster retains the speed, security, and durability synonymous with Rapid Force Holsters, incorporating features absent in other duty holster lines.

New features include maximum trigger protection and revolutionary Axon compatibility in an extremely slim, lightweight design, with a light pocket large enough to accommodate most full-size duty lights.

– Rapid Force Level 2 Slim Duty Holster: Introducing Level 2 retention holsters that uphold the strength and durability expected from a duty holster, now with a sleek and minimalist design. Fully compatible with Rapid Force QDS, this holster mirrors the functionality of Level 3 Duty Holsters, seamlessly attaching to a comprehensive lineup of Rapid Force accessories such as the new Dynamic Drop Leg, Molle Mount, Paddle, etc.

Additionally, it accommodates a variety of compact light and optic options.

– TAQ Strap: Stay in the Fight with the first integrated tourniquet gear strap, strategically pre-positioned for comfortable deployment, ensuring 100% blood flow restriction to extremities on duty or the battlefield. The Taq-Strap encompasses a universal fit, ergonomic ratcheting system, flexible ladder and quick-release mechanism. Replaces any 1.5” strap.

– Rapid Force Duty Belt: The new leather Rapid Force Duty Belt is developed for and by law enforcement – solving everyday issues like fluctuating sizing positions, direct buckle mounts and drooping. The exterior belt is accompanied by a robust nylon and elastic inner belt that is strong enough to uphold the load bearing, heavy duty leather belt for all-day wear.

“We are proud to launch these game-changing new product lines for our institutional customers and partners,” said Shawn Hostetter, CEO of Tedder Industries. “It is through the collective hard work and dedication by our team of law enforcement and military partners and staff that we have achieved such incredible progress in launching the most advanced holster line and innovative life-saving products on the market – all 100% made in the USA. SHOT Show will be the first time we will publicly debut some of our most revolutionary new products. What truly sets our company apart is our unwavering commitment to attentively listen to and promptly act upon the requirements and suggestions of our customers, partners and the professional community.”

Founded in 2013, Tedder Industries is a worldwide leader in civilian, law enforcement and military holsters, life-saving tactical gear and accessories. Headquartered in Post Falls, Idaho, Alien Gear Holsters, Rapid Force and Bigfoot Gun Belts are fully operational and manufactured in a 70,000 sq. ft. facility. Their Law Enforcement and Military renowned experts develop, engineer, test and patent professional-grade duty holster innovation that drives advancements in durable consumer holster standards across the nation and around the globe – making every day firearm carry safer, smarter and more comfortable. Tedder Industries has won numerous industry awards and ranks among the world’s most trusted manufacturers of handgun holsters both for consumers and professionals including military, government agencies, law enforcement and private security. For more information about Alien Gear Holsters and Rapid Force, visit www.AlienGearHolsters.com.

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DEVCOM Soldier Center Grants Non-exclusive Commercial Patent License to Down East Innovation for Issue Modular Handgun System Holster

Monday, January 8th, 2024

The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Soldier Center, Natick, Mass., has granted a non-exclusive commercial patent license to Down East Innovation, based in Bridgton, Maine, for the manufacture of ambidextrous holsters that can accommodate the Army’s new M17/M18 modular handgun systems.

The handgun systems, fielded and adopted across the U.S. military in the last five years, require holsters that can do more than carry the firearms. The Holster must accommodate an attached aiming light, and red dot, integrate safety features to prevent unauthorized or accidental removal of the firearm from the holster, permit left or right side placement, enable faster draw capability, and allow for a tight enough fit for stability.

DEVCOM Soldier Center, with its mission of providing the Army with innovative science and technology solutions to optimize the performance of soldiers, was the ideal laboratory to address the warfighters’ requests and develop the design for this small, but crucial, piece of equipment.

John Kirk, the DEVCOM Soldier Center lead engineer for the holster, headed the development team tasked with researching and testing materials and design modifications. The result was an injection molded holster that would not be negatively affected by sand and ice, and attach to a belt or standard MOLLE webbing on either the left or right side of the body. The holster could also be incrementally adjusted for a desired angle by the user.

With several designs in hand, Kirk and team began working with Down East Innovation to manufacture and test holster prototypes. Down East Innovation is a manufacturer of injection molded tactical gear, primarily in the field of load carriage. The company typically manufacturers products of its own design, but has also built tooling, prototypes, and parts to government specifications.

The DEVCOM Soldier Center Technology Transfer Office, led by Technology Transfer Manager Sheri Mennillo, engaged with Kirk early in the research and development process to facilitate the filing of a patent application for the innovative holster design. Down East Innovation expressed interest in a license to the patent application for commercial purposes, so that the dual-use technology could be sold within the commercial marketplace. As the Department of Defense is currently in the process of fielding the M17/M18 modular handgun systems, this may result in commercial interest in a compatible holster from law enforcement organizations and foreign militaries.

“The technology transfer partnership between DEVCOM Soldier Center and Down East Innovation is a great example of how the Army meets warfighter and national security needs, while at the same time contributing to American economic development,” Mennillo said. “When businesses license government technologies, all sectors of the economy benefit, from the military to the industrial base to individual households.”

Justin Kiger, Research and Development Manager at Down East Innovation, added “Down East Innovation has developed and produced packframes, packs and other equipment for the U.S. military for over thirty years. We are looking forward to adding the M17/M18 compatible holster to our product line.”

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Vets Tactical Showcases Groundbreaking CUPOLSTER at SHOT Show

Friday, January 5th, 2024

Transforming Vehicle Holster Solutions

January 4, 2023, Castle Rock, CO – Vets Tactical, a leading innovator in firearm accessories, is excited to introduce its patent-pending Cupolster® vehicle cup holder holster at their inaugural exhibit during the 2024 NSSF® SHOT Show in Las Vegas, NV, from January 21 to 26 in booth #43952. Precisely engineered with an ergonomic cant, the innovative Cupolster BRAVO SERIES by Vets Tactical vehicle holster raises the bar for swift firearm access and user comfort within a vehicle.

Vets Tactical CEO Craig Washburn describes Cupolster’s transformative potential. “Its design, positioning, and angle create a strategic staging area for your handgun, facilitating swift and efficient retrieval from your vehicle’s existing cup holder. When seconds matter most, your sidearm is easily accessible without hindering your field of view. Say goodbye to awkward bending or reaching—your firearm is right at your fingertips, ready to defend you and your loved ones.”

Washburn explained the convenience of customization without the need for adhesives or screws, “Customize your vehicle’s cup holder with our sizing tools. No need to worry about permanent alterations to your car’s interior—pop it in, and it securely stays in place. Plus, it’s easily transferable between vehicles,” he said. To address in-vehicle safety, the ambidextrous Cupolster BRAVO SERIES features a fully covered trigger guard allowing cross-draw positioning adapted to right or left-handed drivers and front-seat passengers.

Acknowledging the discomfort of driving with traditional holsters, Washburn added, “Whether IWB or OWB, driving with a holstered firearm can be uncomfortable. The Cupolster addresses that issue, providing a seamless and efficient solution for firearm carry within vehicles.”

Cupolster BRAVO SERIES Vehicle Holster Features

• Swift and ergonomic access: The 20-degree cant optimizes the holster’s position in vehicle cup holsters, providing unparalleled accessibility and an ergonomic fit for swift handgun access.

• Universal compatibility: The BRAVO SERIES offers versatility for a wide range of firearm sizes.

• Customized fit: Each Cupolster includes a magnet and sizing accessories, allowing users to tailor the fit to their specific cup holder.

• Easy installation: No tools, screws, or glue required.

• Adaptable: Enhance compatibility with smaller vehicle cup holders using the CHARLIE ALPHA Cup Adapter (sold separately), expanding the Cupolster’s adaptability across many vehicles.

• Ambidextrous: Can be configured for cross-draw positioning, catering to right and left-handed users.

• Four options: Different sizes ensure the perfect fit for specific handguns.

• BRAVO ONE: Fits most large to medium-framed semi-auto handguns with slide widths up to 1.05”

• BRAVO ONE LIMA: Designed for handguns with attached Streamlight TLR-1, TLR-7, Surefire 300x, Olight Valkyrie, and similar structured lights with slide widths up to 1.05”

• BRAVO ONE MICRO: For smaller framed semi-auto, micro, compact, and subcompact handguns with slide widths up to .88”

• BRAVO ONE XL: Ideal for extra-large-framed handguns with slide widths from 1.06” to 1.25”

• MSRP: $69.95

Check your local and state laws for vehicle firearms transport regulations.

Click here to make an appointment with Vets Tactical CEO Craig Washburn during the 2024 SHOT Show. To see the entire Cupolster assortment, visit SHOT Show booth #43952 or the New Product Center on Level 1 of the Venetian Expo to see the Cupolster BRAVO SERIES by Vets Tactical.

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Meet the “Jake” Victory First Signature Series | Raven Concealment + Matt Jaques Collaboration

Friday, December 22nd, 2023

North Ridgeville, OH – December 22nd, 2023 | For Immediate Release

Raven Concealment Systems has announced the launch of their new Signature Series holster, the “Jake.” This series is born out of a 12+ year-long advisory relationship with Matt “Jake” Jacques of Victory First.

The “Jake” is the culmination of all the knowledge RCS gained since their first AIWB holster in 2008. RCS took every lesson learned from their preceding holsters in this category (the ACR, VanGuard 2, and Eidolon), and combined that with the expert input of Matt Jaques, one of the firearms industry’s preeminent concealed-carry gurus.

Matt Jaques, the mind behind Victory First, brought an invaluable perspective to this design. A retired law enforcement officer (with a background in both SWAT and undercover work) who later worked for the Diplomatic Security Service Firearms Training Unit, Jacques ensured that this holster’s design answered the real-world needs of individuals concealing firearms in high-risk environments.

The “Jake” incorporates all the innovative designs that Raven Concealment has pioneered over the last 15 years, such as a user-selectable wedge near the muzzle to keep the rear of the slide from tipping away from the beltline, a new, low-profile claw to tuck the butt of the grip of the pistol into the body, and multiple attachment points for belt hardware like overhooks or soft-loops.

The “Jake” also bears a key feature that Matt Jacques feels is absolutely essential to a proper AIWB holster: A dual body shield. This configuration provides an inboard shield to protect the pistol from sweat, and an outboard shield which protects cover garments from excessive wear from rubbing against slide serrations. This outer shield also helps keep foreign objects from entering the mouth of the holster once the pistol is drawn.

The “Jake” is the natural evolution of Raven Concealment’s approach to AIWB carry, merging time-tested and proven design features with forward-thinking innovation. It’s an ideal choice for discerning shooters in their concealed carry choices. If you’re interested in reading more, or getting one yourself, head over to RCSGear.com.

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Blackhawk Awarded T-Series Holster Contract with Belgian Federal Police

Sunday, December 10th, 2023

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – December 7, 2023 – Blackhawk®, a leader in law enforcement and military equipment for over 30 years and a Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE:VSTO) brand, announced today that the United Security Group (USG) has been awarded a four-year contract from the Federal Police in Belgium to deliver new duty holsters from the brand’s T-Series holster line. As part of the contract, law enforcement professionals within the Belgian Federal Police and local police zones in Belgium will begin utilizing T-Series L3D holsters to carry their primary service pistols.

“This contract is a testament to the craftsmanship of Blackhawk products and the brand’s commitment to equipping law enforcement officials around the globe,” said Jeff Sposito, who leads the Blackhawk and Stone Glacier brands of Vista Outdoor. “We take pride in supplying military personnel and law enforcement officers with the gear they need to keep their communities safe, and we know the Belgian Federal Police are now carrying the world’s best holster.”

The Belgian Federal Police selected the Blackhawk holsters to carry their service pistol, the Smith & Wesson M&P9, while the local police zones in Belgium will have the ability to purchase new duty holsters compatible with their Glock 17/45 service pistols.

The USG noted that Blackhawk T-Series is a secure and versatile platform, with the T-Series L3D holsters coming standard with the Jacket Slot Belt Loop or being compatible with the agency selected Blackhawk Micro Tac Platform. This modularity allows officers to select the form of carry most suited to their needs without sacrificing accessibility or security.

The contract has a value of over $2.1 million and features the same holster solution that was adopted earlier this year by the French Army and the Niedersachsen State Police of Germany.

“We are honored to have our T-Series holsters selected by such a prestigious international agency,” said Liam Yarbrough, senior product line manager with Blackhawk. “This partnership signifies the trust officers place in our holsters, and it reinforces our commitment to keeping those who protect and serve safe on the job. It’s a privilege to play a role in their mission, and we take this responsibility seriously.”

To date, T-Series holsters have been selected for duty use by over 3,200 law enforcement agencies both in the U.S. and abroad. As the world’s first thumb-driven, dual-injected molded holster, the T-Series is Blackhawk’s premier duty-rated holster.

Learn more about Blackhawk’s T-Series holster and other duty products at blackhawk.com

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