re: What Holster Do You Use?
I use the Blackhawk Serpa paddle holster, usually on my strong side, FBI carry. Occasionally, I adjust the cant on the holster and wear it crossdraw. I got into a p***ing match with a nationally known instructor who forbids his students from using the Blackhawk Serpa in his classes. The reason I chose this holster is the postivie retnention feature. When you grip the weapon, you have it in a firing grip, and your index finger presses the release, then as your weapon slides out of the holster, your trigger finger is alongside the frame, as it should be. The NKI stated he felt the Serpa was too prone to negligent discharges. I contacted the head of Front Sight, who ironically, the NKI tried to pull a hostile takeover on, and he stated he saw nothing wrong with the Serpa, stating it was a fine holster. Later on, I was watching Steven Seagal, Lawman one night and Chief Deputy Seagal was preparing to go on duty. Lo and behold, he uses a Blackhawk Serpa. I have not had the slightest trouble with the Serpa through hours and hours of practice in presenting the weapon. My son tried to take the (unloaded) weapon from the holster, and all he did was pick me up by my belt.