Reviews - BlackHawk L3 SERPA Duty Holster & Xiphos w/Light for Glock 21, S&W MP.45, Matte Black Reviews - BW-HT-DFAECF-44H613BK-R

Author: wc from ma on Mar 6, 2011
Would recommend:  yes

wc wrote:

perfect combo

Author: Sig Chris (verified customer) from Roseburg, Oregon on Feb 17, 2011
Pros:  Speed, Retention, Light
Cons:  Made for Sig p220 not Sig p220 elite with siglite night sights
Would recommend:  yes

Sig Chris wrote:

This holster is amazing! Hands down the best out there. the retention and security of the weapon while still being able to draw the weapon easily is astonishing! The draw is VERY FAST for a level 3, unlike some holsters that you need to tickle, wiggle, and make an appointment to draw your weapon. My only complaint is that I carry a Sig P220 Elite Dark with Siglite night sights for Duty and this holster is made for use with the standard snubby style sites on basic Sigs. It was an easy fix, just had to notch out some plastic and now the holster works like a wet dream. wasn't that big of a deal, but you would think that if Blackhawk is going to make a holster for a wepon model it would accomodate all variants of the model. But, all in all, this is the best holster out there and is a great new home for my Sig Dark Elite.

Author: JMM from Henderson, NV on Nov 23, 2010
Pros:  Super fast, durable, bright light w/strobe
Cons:  Would like to see a stronger belt mount system
Would recommend:  yes

JMM wrote:

This is a great holster/light setup. Super fast to draw from, and great tac light!

Author: RAMTIN SABET (verified customer) , Police Officer, from Mchenry IL on Nov 10, 2010
Pros:  easy to use, light, durable, inexpensive
Cons:  height is not adjustable, long wait time to get
Would recommend:  yes

RAMTIN SABET wrote:

great holster

Author: melted (verified customer) , Reserve deputy Fayette County Sheriff's Office, from Memphis TN on Nov 7, 2010
Pros:  Natural level 3 and level 2 release mechanisms
Cons:  Standard belt attachment is a bit low. You may want to look at the mid and high ride options.
Would recommend:  yes

melted wrote:

Outstanding value. The tac light is simple to operate and the holster, well what can I say - it's a Blackhawk! The level 3 cap is easy and intuitive to operate, and the serpa release is awesome!

Author: SanDiego911 (verified customer) from San Diego, CA on Mar 8, 2010
Pros:  Secure yet easy to draw from
Cons:  See comments
Would recommend:  yes

SanDiego911 wrote:

Starting with the only negative... this holster comes with the low-ride belt attachment. You need to order either the mid-ride or high-ride attachment from Blackhawk. The low-ride puts the holster low enough that the bottom hits your car seat when you sit down (at least it did for me and I'm 6' tall). I ordered both the mid and the high-ride, tried them both and settled on the high-ride. Now for the good stuff! Wow! This holster simply rocks! The light was advertised as a 65 lumen - not shabby but about 1/2 the output of the brightest on the market. It has an UNADVERTISED upgraded LED that is 95 lumens! The light is awesome! The same week I got the light and holster in service, I was in a foot pursuit of two suspects from a stolen car with a sawed-off shotgun left in the car and unknown weapons with them. As we searched the bushes and located them, it was so nice to have the light ON the gun, hands free, not having to hold my streamlight and the gun at the same time. ...
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Author: dpstls (verified customer) , Law Enforcement Officer, from Austin, Texas on May 13, 2009
Pros:  Drawing smoothly
Cons:  none!
Would recommend:  yes

dpstls wrote:

After having used several holsters (mostly by Safariland) for about 14 years, this holster beats them all hands down. You retain a natural grip on your weapon while drawing and releasing the safeties unlike others that require multiple actions to draw you weapon, slowing your draw down. Superb product!

Author: WALDO7650 (verified customer) , DEPUTY SHERIFF / K9 HANDLER, from GREENVILLE, NC on Sep 6, 2008
Pros:  GREAT HOLSTER
Cons:  NONE
Would recommend:  yes

WALDO7650 wrote:

GREAT DESIGN OF BOTH HOLSTER AND LIGHT. HOLSTER IS MUCH EASIER AND SMOOTHER TO OPERATE WITH SAME RETENTION OF THE SSIII THAT I HAVE BEEN WEARING FOR YEARS. BEST YET, I HAVE A LIGHT NOW MOUNTED TO MY WEAPON IN A LEVEL 3 RIG..... LIGHT IS LIGHT WEIGHT, COMPACT, AND VERY BRIGHT. STROBE FEATURE OF LIGHT IS OF GREAT TACTICAL ADVANTAGE. PLAIN AND SIMPLY THE BEST HOLSTER / LIGHT COMBO AVAILABLE AT ANY PRICE, ESPECIALLY FOR THE PRICE AT OPTICS PLANET.......