You did not indicate your intended use, as mentioned by a couple of responses. Most replies assume you intend concealed carry. When I purchased my M&P9 Pro 5" I also picked up a Blackhawk SERPA Sportster with a paddle mount for falling plate and steel challenge matches, and I am happy with it, it is secure, requires safe trigger finger positioning for releasing the catch on the draw, and withdraws smoothly with no drag or stickiness. They advertise it as being for range use or concealed carry, I can't speak to the concealed carry aspect, but it works great on the range, and the price is right.