Outside the Waistband (OWB) Kydex Holster
- Manufactured from 0.08" or 0.125" Kydex® T
- Adjustable retention: Tune the draw to your preference
- Versatile mounting options: Choose between Safariland or Teklok/combat loop hole spacing
- Optic compatible: Accommodates pistols with optics
- Threaded barrel compatible
- Extended height sight compatible
- Extended magazine release compatible
- Partially covered magazine release: Secure, yet accessible
- One-hand unholstering: Can be unholstered with one hand when off the body
- Open external side: Allows a shorter draw stroke
- Smooth draw and reholstering
This holster suits non-concealed use, such as training on the range, working on a farm, or beginner to intermediate competitive shooting. You can also add a QLS (Quick Locking System) if you own more than one pistol and want to swap holsters quickly. One belt system, multiple holsters.
Not sure between Safariland and combat loop? See the OWB Holster FAQs.
Every holster is made to order. Check the available models list for your firearm and light combination before ordering.
Specifications
- Kydex thickness
- 0.08" or 0.125" Kydex® T
- Retention
- Level 1 (adjustable passive)
- Carry position
- OWB (Outside the Waistband)
- Mounting
- Safariland or Teklok/Combat Loop
- Optic ready
- Yes
How It Attaches To You
The holster on its own cannot be worn. You need something to hold it on your belt, and there are a few extras that make it sit better. Here is what each part actually does.
UBL
Universal Belt LoopThe part that holds the holster on your belt. It bolts to the back of the holster and loops over the belt.
It hangs the holster a little below the belt, which does two things: your grip clears body armour, and you get room to take a proper grip on the pistol before you draw.
Mid-ride sits higher and tighter to your body. Lower profile, better in a vehicle, and the right choice for most people.
Low-ride hangs further down your thigh. Choose it if you wear body armour or a chest rig, or run a long-slide pistol.
Skip only if you already own a Safariland UBL.
Combat Loop
Teklok patternA simpler loop that threads straight onto your belt. Fewer parts, less hardware, less money.
It holds the holster higher and closer to your body than a UBL does. That makes it tidier and less prone to swinging, but it is not a concealment setup. The pistol still sits outside the belt and will show under a shirt.
Good for the range, the farm, and general open carry where you want the simplest thing that works.
QLS
Quick Locking SystemA two-part clip. One half bolts to your belt mount, the other to the holster, and they lock together.
It lets you pull the holster off the belt in a second and click a different one on in its place, all sharing one mount. It also holds the holster slightly further out from your body, which helps clear bulky armour.
Get it if you own more than one pistol or holster, or if you chose low-ride above.
Thigh Strap
Keeps it stillAn adjustable strap from the bottom of the holster around your thigh.
It stops the holster lifting and swinging when you draw, run, or wrestle for the weapon. The holster stays in the same spot every time, so your draw stays the same every time.
If a holster has ever shifted out of position on you, this is the fix.
Swivel
Leg Strap Pivot PlateA small plate that sits between the holster and the thigh strap.
It drops the thigh strap lower and lets it move, so the strap stops riding up and catching in the crotch. That is the difference most people notice first.
It also lets the holster swing with your leg instead of being locked solid, so you can bend, sit, drive or run without it twisting out of place.
Needs a thigh strap to work. Worth it for long shifts and vehicle work.
Not sure? Start here
- General duty, starting from scratchUBL Mid-Ride and a thigh strap. That is a complete rig, ready to wear.
- Over body armour or a plate carrierUBL Low-Ride and the QLS. The QLS is not really optional here, it gives your thumb room for the hood release.
- More than one pistol or holsterAdd the QLS so they share one belt mount.
- Long shifts, seated or in a vehicleAdd the swivel to the thigh strap.
- You already own a Safariland UBLSelect No on the mounting option. It ships drilled and ready to bolt on.
How It Goes Together
The images below show the holster on its own, the mounting hole pattern, and each attachment option fitted.
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