Blackhawk Sherpa Holsters

[JC5123]

I have a question about the Sherpa holsters.

For as many awards as these holsters have won, and as many agencies that are picking these up....why is it that so many training facilities do NOT allow their use? Anyone?

I have seen many training facilities that say specifically that these holsters are not allowed. I am just wondering why?

[Pathfinder]

In a phrase - NDs.

Primary reason I have seen is that the index finger "falls naturally" into the trigger guard and onto the trigger once the retention button is pushed. Thus the gun is being brought up - in their opinion - with a finger on the trigger and is therefore dangerous.

Personally, utter nonsense, I am wearing one right now, and when I practice the draw, the finger has never yet ever entered the trigger guard. In fact, it is always along side the slide where it should be.

I believe you can get the Level 1 Serpas and use them in the training classes, as they do not have any retention mechanism. Only the Level 2 and 3 have the retention system.

[SigShooter]

In a phrase - NDs.

Primary reason I have seen is that the index finger "falls naturally" into the trigger guard and onto the trigger once the retention button is pushed. Thus the gun is being brought up - in their opinion - with a finger on the trigger and is therefore dangerous.

Personally, utter nonsense, I am wearing one right now, and when I practice the draw, the finger has never yet ever entered the trigger guard. In fact, it is always along side the slide where it should be.

That's what I've heard too. It's never been a problem for me, but I can see how someone might pull off a ND if they're not familiar with drawing from a holster and nervous/excited during the class.

[JC5123]

Makes sense to me. But I agree its nonsense. I am able to index outside of the trigger guard easier with these holsters simply because I'm not fumbling with other retention straps.

[garand4life]

Improper positioning of the finger on the trigger guard is a result of poor training. It's not the result of the design of the holster. I have never in 3 years had this occur. I could see someone who has never used a handgun trying to go John Wayne with one and really screwing up. Again training is the key, train with this holster correctly and there won't be problems.

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[bulldog75]

They are better than having to deal with thumb breaks and holsters with the hoods on top. (hood type)  Got one of those when they first came out and the tag on it stated that during incliment weather and dirt will also cause this hood mechanisim to malfunction and I sent it back.

[tombogan03884]

I just don't like plastic holsters, I'll stick with leather.

[Rob Pincus]

this one's been beat to death, guys... Use Search/Google.

-RJP