{"product_id":"smith-wesson-m-p-shield-x-xc3-sub-duty-competition-holster","title":"Smith \u0026 Wesson M\u0026P Shield X \u0026 XC3 Sub Duty \u0026 Competition Holster","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSmith \u0026amp; Wesson M\u0026amp;P Shield X with Surefire XC3 Sub Light Duty \u0026amp; Competition Holster\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for competitive shooting and range training, this light-bearing OWB holster is precision molded for \u003cstrong\u003eSmith \u0026amp; Wesson M\u0026amp;P Shield X\u003c\/strong\u003e pistols equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003eSureFire XC3 Sub\u003c\/strong\u003e weapon light. Constructed from durable \u003cstrong\u003e.093\" Kydex thermoplastic\u003c\/strong\u003e, the optics-ready design delivers adjustable retention and a fast, consistent draw for dependable performance on the range or during competition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Firearms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmith \u0026amp; Wesson M\u0026amp;P Shield X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmith \u0026amp; Wesson M\u0026amp;P Shield X Carry Comp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with or without thumb safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight-Bearing Retention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis holster uses a light-based retention system, locking securely onto the attached weapon light rather than the firearm frame. The \u003cstrong\u003eSureFire XC3 Sub\u003c\/strong\u003e must be installed for proper holster fit and retention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible Weapon Light:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSureFire XC3 Sub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight Installation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This holster is designed and tested with the SureFire XC3 Sub installed using the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(A) Rail Set with the #1 Key\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This mounting hardware is included with the XC3 Sub by SureFire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRetention is adjustable, allowing you to fine-tune the fit and draw to your preference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee product information for the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.surefire.com\/xc3-sub-weaponlight\/\" title=\"SureFire XC3 Sub Weaponlight\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSureFire XC3 Sub\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBelt Attachment Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're going with a classic like the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade-Tech Duty Drop \u0026amp; Offset\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or building a modular setup around the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrue North Concepts MHA and Safariland QLS system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, we offer trusted attachment options to configure your holster for your preferred setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn more about our \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fourbrothersinc.com\/blogs\/news\/be-ready-when-the-competition-starts\" title=\"Duty \u0026amp; Competition Belt Attachments Guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDuty \u0026amp; Competition Belt Attachments\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to compare configurations and find the right fit for your setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecision Fit \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVacuum-formed using precision molds developed from CAD models of the firearm and weapon light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach holster is trimmed, folded, assembled, and finished in-house.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRetention and fit are tested using the actual firearm and weapon-light combination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstructed from durable .093\" Kydex thermoplastic for consistent fit and retention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull sweat guard for increased comfort and firearm protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable retention\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-profile design with smooth edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfile cut to clear most popular red dot sights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen-ended design accommodates threaded barrels and many compensator setups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision formed from durable .093\" Kydex thermoplastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in right- and left-handed configurations\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePersonalize your setup with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fourbrothersinc.com\/blogs\/news\/holster-colors\" title=\"4Bros Kydex Holster Colors and Patterns Guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eholster color or pattern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that fits your style.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProudly made in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Your Carry Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA solid carry setup starts with the right belt.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fourbrothersinc.com\/collections\/gun-belts\" title=\"4Bros Collection of Gun Belts\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4Bros Gun Belt Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRange training means extra mags. Give them a proper home.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"S\u0026amp;W Shield Plus IWB Magazine Pouch\" href=\"https:\/\/fourbrothersinc.com\/products\/s-w-shield-plus-iwb-magazine-pouch?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=f1c5c9d72\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eS\u0026amp;W Shield Plus IWB Magazine Pouch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fourbrothersinc.com\/products\/s-w-shield-plus-owb-magazine-pouch\" title=\"S\u0026amp;W Shield Plus OWB Magazine Pouch\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fourbrothersinc.com\/products\/s-w-shield-plus-owb-magazine-pouch\" title=\"S\u0026amp;W Shield Plus OWB Magazine Pouch\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eS\u0026amp;W Shield Plus OWB Magazine Pouch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee more Smith \u0026amp; Wesson Shield X \u0026amp; SureFire XC3 Sub Holsters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fourbrothersinc.com\/products\/smith-wesson-shield-x-xc3-sub-iwb-holster\" title=\"Smith \u0026amp; Wesson Shield X \u0026amp; XC3 Sub Inside Waistband IWB Holster\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSmith \u0026amp; Wesson M\u0026amp;P Shield X \u0026amp; XC3 Sub IWB Holster\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fourbrothersinc.com\/products\/smith-wesson-shield-x-xc3-sub-iwb-holster\" title=\"Smith \u0026amp; Wesson Shield X \u0026amp; XC3 Sub Inside Waistband IWB Holster\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fourbrothersinc.com\/products\/smith-wesson-shield-x-xc3-sub-iwb-holster\" title=\"Smith \u0026amp; Wesson Shield X \u0026amp; XC3 Sub Inside Waistband IWB Holster\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fourbrothersinc.com\/products\/smith-wesson-m-p-shield-x-xc3-sub-owb-holster\" title=\"Smith \u0026amp; Wesson Shield X \u0026amp; XC3 Sub Outside Waistband OWB Holster\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSmith \u0026amp; Wesson M\u0026amp;P Shield X \u0026amp; XC3 Sub OWB Holster\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrowse our complete \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fourbrothersinc.com\/collections\/competition-holsters\" title=\"Shop OWB holsters for competition, range training, and recreational shooting\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDuty \u0026amp; Competition Holster Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fourbrothersinc.com\/collections\/competition-holsters\" title=\"Shop duty and competition holsters for professional, range, and competitive shooting\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor long-term reliability, apply a removable thread locker to all hardware after initial setup to help prevent loosening during regular use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/BhAHrZMHLJI\" title=\"How To Apply Thread Locker to Your Holster (With A First Timer) - Four Brothers YouTube Channel\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eApply Thread Locker to Your Holster\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e video for a quick application guide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this holster work without the SureFire XC3 Sub installed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This holster retains the weapon light rather than the firearm. The SureFire XC3 Sub must remain mounted to the pistol for proper retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHow should the SureFire XC3 Sub be installed for proper holster fit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis holster is designed and tested with the SureFire XC3 Sub installed using the \u003cstrong\u003e(A) Rail Set with the #1 Key\u003c\/strong\u003e provided by SureFire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this holster fit the M\u0026amp;P 9 Shield X with the thumb safety?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This holster is precision-molded for the Shield X so that it works with the thumb safety. It also works with the Shield X without the thumb safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this holster optics compatible?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The holster profile is cut to clear most popular red dot sights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use a threaded barrel or compensator?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The open muzzle design allows clearance for threaded barrels and many compensator setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I adjust the retention?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Adjustable retention allows you to customize the draw resistance for your preferred competition or range setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this holster available for left-handed shooters?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This holster is available in both right- and left-handed configurations. Select your preferred configuration when ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs this a Level 2 retention duty holster?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo.\u003c\/strong\u003e This holster uses adjustable passive retention and \u003cstrong\u003eis not\u003c\/strong\u003e a Level 2 active-retention duty holster. It is designed primarily for competition, range training, and similar applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is this holster made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Four Brothers Holster is \u003cstrong\u003eproudly manufactured in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e from premium .093\" Kydex thermoplastic and individually inspected to ensure proper fit and function.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"4Bros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54108212592940,"sku":"4BRS\u0026W_ShieldX_XC3-Sub_d\u0026c","price":87.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/3633\/2875\/files\/Smith_Wesson_MP_Shield_X_XC3_Sub_Duty_Competition_Holsters_1.jpg?v=1790274590","url":"https:\/\/fourbrothersinc.com\/products\/smith-wesson-m-p-shield-x-xc3-sub-duty-competition-holster","provider":"Four Brothers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}