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Competition Holster Attachments

Be Ready When the Competition Starts

Shooting is a sport; sports require equipment.  First, you need to know if there are rules for the type of competition you are entering.  Other than your local range shooting competitions, many of whom don't have many steadfast holster requirements other than you start from a holstered position, two of the most popular are the IDPA and USPSA.  

Do you have the right equipment? 

 There are several factors to consider when selecting a holster for a competition:  Security, Quick Access, Adaptability, Comfort, and Durability.

Security

No matter the situation you are in while wearing your firearm, keeping it secure should be your priority.  Not only is your pistol falling out of the holster a blatant rule violation during competition, but it is also dangerous and may cause damage to your firearm.  Your firearm is not only sporting equipment, it is a hard-earned investment in your personal security.

Quick Access

Slow is smooth and smooth is fast, but if you are having trouble accessing your pistol on the draw, you just put yourself behind the other competitors before you even begin.  

Adaptability

A holster with adjustable cant and retention is important because everyone's body shape is different, affecting wear position and draw angle. 

Comfort

If your holster digs into your side or feels loose on your belt it could throw off your concentration for the perfect aim.  

Durability

You spent hard-earned cash on your personal firearm, you deserve a holster of equal measure.  4Bros Holsters are vacuum formed in-house from .80" thermoplastic for durability.  



4BROS Competition holsters are made to fit specific pistols in a wide variety of models with and without lights.  We have found the Blade-Tech Duty Drop and Offset belt attachment with or without the thigh strap to be one of the best holster attachments in the industry at a reasonable price.  However, if you want to shoot serious competition you may want to consider the BOSS Hanger or the Turbo Drop.


Please see below for pictures of each belt attachment that we prefer. 

Duty Drop and Offset w/o Thigh Strap click here to order

Duty Drop w/o Thigh Strap

Designed for a cleaner, faster draw the Duty Drop and Offset attachment clears space by dropping your holster so you can access your firearm better.  This customizable mid-rise belt attachment includes a belt shim and fits belts up to 2.25" ; the belt shim anchors your carry position without a thigh strap. Additionally, the ergonomic design allows for all day comfort by forming to your hip along with the slots for the attaching screws that can adjust positive or negative cant with 32.5 degrees of travel for added comfort.

Duty Drop and Offset w/Thigh Strap click here to order
Duty Drop w/Thigh Strap


Designed for a cleaner, faster draw the Duty Drop and Offset with Thigh Strap attachment clears space by dropping your holster so you can access your firearm better and the thigh strap reduces shifting of your setup while your body moves throughout the day.  This customizable mid-rise belt attachment includes a belt shim and fits belts up to 2.25".   Additionally, the ergonomic design allows for all day comfort by forming to your hip along with the slots for the attaching screws that can adjust positive or negative cant with 32.5 degrees of travel for added comfort.


Boss Hanger
Standard mount anodized aluminum hanger system that mounts directly to your holster comes with 1/2" spacers and is in accordance with the USPSA rules.  This offset of holster from your body is stable yet adjustable for a safe and secure draw.  Ride height can be adjusted up or down and the slots allow it to cant positive or negative you fit your body and shooting style.  It works with both right and left hand holsters.  The mounting plate is cut for a 1.5" competition belt but will accommodate up to a 1.75" belt.  


Turbo Drop


 

Drop holster attachment made for 1.5" belts only is made of 6061 bare tumbled aluminum.  The smooth edges and rounded corners won't tear up your hands when you draw.  Slotted holes in the belt plate sections allow you to quickly adjust cant and ride height positions.

 

True North Concepts Modular Holster Adapter (MHA) click here to order

The True North Concepts Modular Holster Adaptor (MHA) eliminates unwanted movement, flex, and sliding common to factory polymer belt adaptors by clamping the belt between an aluminum adapter and belt bars. This clamping force in conjunction with the material, 0.190″ thick domestically produced 6061-T6 Aluminum, creates a ridged, flex-free platform for holsters.

The MHA supports the popular “Mid-ride” mode of carry to lower the pistol below the shooter's belt line, allowing their holster system to clear body armor and pouches. This adapter fits all “three-hole” pattern Safariland™ type holsters, and other brands of holsters that use this attachment method.

It also supports many commonly used quick detach holster systems such as the QLS, MLS, ELS, and others.

Holsters mounted to the Modular Holster Adaptor will accommodate 10° of forward cant and 10° of negative cant for a total range of 20° degrees.

The adaptor provides three height mounting points, set 1/2″ apart, descending from the top mid-ride mounting point. 

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2 comments

can you supply a holster for a Springfield Echelon competition to be attached to a Safariland QLS system?

Chris Juhas

Do you have a competition holster for a h & k VP9 tactical?

Paula

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