The Birth of Safariland Holsters
In 1964, a small garage in California became the birthplace of Safariland when Neale Perkins created a custom holster at his father's request. The company's name was inspired by the African safari trips that his father shared with him. Within months, Neale's innovative gun holsters skyrocketed in popularity, increasing production from a few hundred to five thousand custom items.
Neale's emphasis on constant innovation spurred Safariland's growth over the years, diversifying its product line and revolutionizing the industry with its inventions. In the 70s, the company landed a contract to provide body armor for the LAPD. By the 80s and 90s, Safariland added to its list of milestones by creating the first duty holster with a Level III Retention system, and it became the first ISO 9001-certified business in the industry.
Since 1999, Safariland has experienced several acquisitions and has been part of numerous corporations. Nevertheless, the brand's reputation, built on its innovative achievements, has safeguarded it from fading into obscurity. Today, the Safariland brand encompasses many companies, all committed to producing high-quality, life-saving products.
Safariland IWB & OWB Holsters
The company's holsters are categorized into duty, military, concealment, and competition. Safariland duty holsters feature the innovative Level 3 holsters, which offer top-notch security with retention mechanisms that prevent unauthorized access to the weapon. Level 1 and 2 retention holsters, while offering less security against unauthorized access, allow for a faster draw. The Safariland ALS holster collection is a good example of Level 1.
Safariland also designs and manufactures a variety of concealment holsters for everyday carry enthusiasts. Those who wish to legally open-carry their full-size pistols can select from various OWB and Paddle designs, such as Safariland Glock 17, P320, and Staccato P holsters. For concealed carry advocates, Safariland offers high-quality IWB options, including Safariland Glock 19 holsters.
FAQ
What does Safariland do?
Safariland is a company that specializes in the manufacture of protection equipment, armor, and gun holsters.
Are Safariland holsters made in the USA?
Safariland is a U.S.-based company, and many of its products are manufactured in the United States, but not all of them.
What holster does the military use?
The military uses the Safariland MHHC Military Kit, which has been selected as the official holster kit by the U.S. Army for the SIG SAUER M17 sidearm. This kit allows the user to have one holster with two different ways to carry the weapon.
