The good & the bad - BlackHawk CQC SERPA Holster w/Beltloop & Paddle

There are mixed reviews out there online about this holster so allow me to briefly elaborate. While this is a widely used and arguably reliable holster, it can also be dangerous in the hands of the inconsistent. When the release mechanism is accessed it forces you to place your finger along the groove of the holster, sliding your finger down towards the mechanism, pressing the release and sliding your finger back up the groove of that holster in hopes of your finger staying in place and eventually laying upon the slide of your firearm going into your draw position. If you do not practice this motion and the execution of this release consistently, your finger could end up under the trigger guard and pressed upon the trigger of your firearm, causing an accidental discharge. I did not know this. Luckily I’ve been practicing my draw with my firearm unloaded, but I may explore other options. Different ranges or places you train may not allow you to use this holster for this safety concern in which one cannot predict when an accidental discharge will occur. Buy with caution, train with attention to this detail and definitely explore other options.