Safariland 5378 - finally, a concealable retention holster

I've had my eye on the Safariland 7TS series of holsters, the 7377, 7378 & 7379. They're a little more expensive & they also come in the belt slide, paddle & belt clip type. These offer adjustable cant which is a major consideration to me for my next holster. There are times I'd like to carry the holster in a different position & the paddle holster I'm using most of the time has a slight cant which makes it impossible to carry cross draw or forward of the strong side 3:00 o'clock position without bending the wrist in an unnatural angle.

Now that I see the 5378 maybe I'll take a look at it but I'd really like to see it in person although I'm not a big fan of retention holsters as long as the holster can be tightened or loosened with a screw.
 
Ratstoff, I wouldn't be comfortable with the GLS for open or uniform carry, but I do think it is appropriate for concealed carry - especially for non LE. For open carry or CCW in higher risk environments, I'll stick with the bulkier but more secure ALS rigs.
 
HeavyDuty Ken said:
Ratstoff, I wouldn't be comfortable with the GLS for open or uniform carry, but I do think it is appropriate for concealed carry - especially for non LE. For open carry or CCW in higher risk environments, I'll stick with the bulkier but more secure ALS rigs.
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This is exactly what I was getting at. For concealed carry, it's unlikely that anyone would try to snatch it since they shouldn't know you have it anyway. The Level II feature does hold the gun more securely though. I can't argue with your logic at all.
 
Color me intrigued.

I have a 6378 for my 1911s, but as other have said, it's about as concealable as a cord of wood. It's fine for field use and very cold weather carry, but that's about it.

This looks like it would be much more concealable (if not nearly as well as a good pancake or iwb.
 
I bought this one as an inexpensive alternative for concealed carry:
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It's actually not bad. It holds the gun securely and tight to the body. Quite nice for concealment.

The only thing I didn't like about it was misleading information. The description says it's lined to protect the guns finish. This is not true. It has a little patch of suede covering the screws, but it's not lined.
 
safariland 7378-7TS series

Does anyone have any experience with the 7378-7TS holster from Safariland? Does it have an upswept hook on the holster that engages ones belt? A pic and short review would be nice if anyone has one of these holsters. Love my Shield 9mm. 500 rounds with all kinds of ammo and never a malfunction.
 
olman said:
Rastoff, what safariland model holster did you post the pic of in your last post? Thanks
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It's the 5188. While it's OK, there are better holsters out there. It does have the "up-swept" hook you're asking about.

The 7378 looks bulky to me. It would be more difficult to conceal than some of the others mentioned here. I'm sure it has the same belt hook as their other holsters, but haven't seen it myself.

Holsters with the ALS are not my favorite for regular concealment. They aren't as slim and the added level of retention is not necessary for 99% of normal conditions. If you want these for competition, they just slow you down. If it's for open carry or work, that's a different story.
 
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I don't see much difference between the paddle that Rastoff posted:

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and this

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My experience with the paddle attachment is as shown above top view

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You can see how many layers there are between where the paddle sits against the person and the inside of the gun. Additionally it pulls away from my body regardless of how tight I wear my belt.
 
wittmeba said:
I don't see much difference between the paddle that Rastoff posted:

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and this

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Well, they are two completely different holsters with the same belt attachment. You are mistaken about how a paddle holster works. While it may seem like it would push it away from your body, I can assure you the holster I pictured does not. In fact, it holds the gun quite tight to your side. Even better is how it moves with you as you bend.

Not my most favorite or comfortable holster, but for $35 it's not bad.
 
Ras,

I'm not criticizing or challenging anyone. My experience with a paddle on the Blade-Tech pushes it out too much for me. I just want something that turns the gun inward...mine does not.

OWB:
That's why I thought a pancake leather might be a better choice for me.

IWB:
The AG IWB does a great job and the grip is against my side. My only concern with it is the compression of the shell. So my fix may be to change the shell.
 
Yeah, I get that. This is why many of us have a drawer full of holsters. Every manufacturer is different. The method of attachment that Blade Tech uses does make the holster stand out a little. The CompTac paddle pulls in closely. It just depends on the way it's made.

Obviously, an IWB will pull the gun in closer; that's the nature of IWB. I would have to buy all new pants if I were to go IWB.
 
It's ONLY "as concealable as most other OWB holsters"! So what is the motivating factor upon which I can justify spending hard earned cash for one? (I have a Serpa II, which only serves as a trigger guard, while my 40c is not "home" in my AG IWB!)
 
dlcra said:
It's ONLY "as concealable as most other OWB holsters"! So what is the motivating factor upon which I can justify spending hard earned cash for one? (I have a Serpa II, which only serves as a trigger guard, while my 40c is not "home" in my AG IWB!)
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If you have a holster that you're happy with, why would you buy another?
 
shawn mccarver said:
Sorry, but the holster in question is not capable of concealment in any manner suitable for a private citizen. For a police officer who wears his badge next to the holster on the belt, and who does not mind the bulge, well ok. That holster is more suited to being "covered," but it is not effective at true "concealment." If you think otherwise, look closely at the almost "jacket slot" between the body and the grip of the pistol in the Safariland video on the company's web page at the link in Post 1.

In addition, this type of holster is a bad idea for other reasons as well. Anything that is held together with bolts, screws and widgets is not well thought out. Sooner or later, the holster body remains in one place and the belt loop, belt hanger, paddle, or whatever attachment method the user chooses goes with the wearer to a different location. Screws and bolts have a knack to loosen and fall apart at the worst possible time. If you get one of these, put your hex wrench on your key ring - you will need it.
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I have been carrying a Sig in a Safariland duty holster for 13 years. Plenty of bolts, etc. No problem at all personally or any reported by over 1000 uniformed officers with the same holster. That is a relatively big sample size. I don't even check the thing, but it is probably a good idea. In my considerable experience, you are mistaken.
 
dlcra said:
It's ONLY "as concealable as most other OWB holsters"! So what is the motivating factor upon which I can justify spending hard earned cash for one? (I have a Serpa II, which only serves as a trigger guard, while my 40c is not "home" in my AG IWB!)
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Not everyone likes SERPAs (I'm one of them), so this offers an option for a concealable Kydex OWB with a level of retention.
 
Nope

IMO - The best OWB holster with a good solid retention click sound when holstering your weapon would be an S-CON holster from Sawyer Concealment - Home
I am very happy with this holster (I have a few) especially with the optional winged belt loops that pulls the holster even closer to your body for even deeper concealment.
Check em out on Facebook as well!
 
Chogers said:
IMO - The best OWB holster with a good solid retention click sound when holstering your weapon would be an S-CON holster from Sawyer Concealment - Home
I am very happy with this holster (I have a few) especially with the optional winged belt loops that pulls the holster even closer to your body for even deeper concealment.
Check em out on Facebook as well!
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I have no doubt that you are very happy with this holster. They look nice. However, they are all level I holsters and we're talking about level II holsters.

All Kydex holsters will "click" when the gun is inserted if they are adjusted properly.
 
I really like the looks of what Safariland has done on this new series of retention holsters. I was sold on it after seeing a review of it on TV from the Shot Show. Very quick and smooth draw. Anyone have any idea if the 5378 has enough room in the trigger area for the Crimson Trace LG489 trigger guard laser on the Shield??
 
I looked at this holster, but they don't offer it for the handgun model I wanted one for - yet. I might check again in a few months if I don't get something else prior to then.
 
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