DUTY RATED HOLSTERS

Safariland duty rated holsters are trusted by professionals around the globe.

SHOP BY DUTY RATED RETENTION LEVEL

  • LEVEL I

    Duty Rated Level I Retention Holsters are equipped with the ALS® (Automatic Locking System). The ALS is an internal locking mechanism that secures the gun when holstered and is released using a thumb lever.

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  • LEVEL II

    Duty Rated Level II Retention Holsters feature the SLS™ (Self-Locking System). The SLS rotating hood provides a smooth draw with strong protection from attempted weapon takeaways.

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  • LEVEL III+

    Duty Rated Level III+ Retention Holsters are equipped with both the ALS® (Automatic Locking System) and SLS™ (Self Locking System) for optimal protection.

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WHICH LEVEL IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Explore the Retention Levels below to find out which is right for you.

DUTY RATED LEVEL I RETENTION™ HOLSTERS

The most popular retention level for military and competitive shooters, as it firmly locks the firearm into place, keeping it from dislodging during running or moving through obstacles.

A Safariland Duty Rated Level I Retention holster is equipped with the ALS® (Automatic Locking System), which requires one manual hand movement to release the firearm from the holster.

DUTY RATED LEVEL II RETENTION™ HOLSTERS

The Safariland Duty Rated Level II Retention models have the SLS™ (Self-Locking System) only, which requires two manual hand movements to release the firearm from the holster. Safariland’s Duty Rated Level 2 Retention Holsters can be comprised of the SLS security mechanism alone or by adding the ALS Guard to holsters with the ALS security mechanism.

DUTY RATED LEVEL III RETENTION™ HOLSTERS

This retention level is the most common model for patrol and general duty use.

The most commonly used Safariland Duty Rated Level III Retention models have both the ALS® lock and the SLS™ strap. By combining the ALS and SLS security mechanisms, a total of three manual hand movements are required to release the firearm from the holster.

DUTY RATED LEVEL IV RETENTION™ HOLSTERS

This retention level is not typically used for patrol and general duty but is more commonly used by corrections. 

Safariland Duty Rated Level IV Retention models have the ALS® lock and the SLS™ strap with the addition of the SLS Sentry Guard. With the combination of the ALS, SLS, and SLS Sentry Guard security mechanisms, a total of four manual hand movements are required to release the firearm from the holster.