Reviews & Ratings for Fobus Paddle Tactical Speed Holster — 18 reviews — Page 1

I recently bought a TLR-1 light to attach to my Glock 17. Purchased a holster for duty belt and wanted a concealed holster to carry it off duty without having to remove the light. I watched the YouTube video demonstrating the holster and figured I would give it a try. 1. It is bulky with belt and paddle attachment. Doesn’t conceal gun hardly at all. 2. Unnatural draw and it takes both hands to get gun reholstered. I wouldn’t recommend this for active law enforcement that uses a holster where you draw straight up. I think it would be difficult to have muscle memory in a tense, rapidly evolving situation recall how to draw the weapon from this holster compared to what you carry on your duty belt. For any citizen wanting to carry this as a primary holster or for concealed carry, this may better suit you because you can practice over and over again how to draw the weapon. Keep in mind, it doesn’t conceal well for a Glock 17.

I've got a Glock 17 that I use a crimson trace universal laser on (cmr-206). Not a usual combo so finding a holster was very difficult. This one works. It holds it with a notch for the slide. I did not like this as it will scratch up the finish so I filed it down and added some padding. So the gun is still held in well, but not damaging the firearm.

I absolutely love it! It securely holds the weapon in the holster. I really like the paddle which allows quick install and removal from the waist. When it is attached, it's secure and comfortable. This is an OWB holster that I will use for a long time.

This was my first paddle holster and (compared to fobus belt holsters, which are very uncomfortable, I believe) found it to be very, very, comfortable and secure. I do not have a problem with the modified draw stroke to suit the weapon light. The only drawback would be concealability, since from what I can tell all fobus ride quite far out from the waistband, which causes a comfort problem when without the support of a very rigid paddle like this one. Great for open carry environments. Like I said, it does not fit the PX4 as advertised, but fits my M&P .40 perfectly.
Pros: comfort, usability
Cons: does not fit PX4, not concealable

Great holster, great price and great shipping

it is what it is. plastic, durable, convenient. lots more comfortable than the belt attachment model. used with a model 19 with the CT railmaster and it does what its supposed to. people with obsessions about babying their guns may not like it. the clasping action sounds rough, but its a glock! the barrel post for retention works well but some would question the effects on the barrel crown. i think both items work very well. OP is also on the ball as usual.
Pros: solid, as advertised, not many of this style available
Cons: plastic

Good retention, comfortable, good value. I would recommend this to others.

Simply put, if you need a concealable paddle holster that accommodates a tactical light, there are few choices, and this is one of them. The molded-plastic holster holds the Glock 23 perfectly with an Insight M3X light attached. However, there is just one level of pistol security, unlike a duty holster--a snap that is very different than any duty holster arrangement. You'll need to get used to it. Also, the method for unholstering the gun is somewhat different after unsnapping--straight back with the grip end of the pistol. Take some time to practice drawing before you trust the holster.
Pros: Fits Glock 23 exactly, accommodates tac light
Cons: Single level security, different pistol release

This holster is designed to hold a Glock 19/23/32 with light attached, which it does quite well. The retention is firm while allowing for a smooth draw. I've used this holster recently with my G23 in an IDPA type competition and was pleased with its performance. Drawing the weapon becomes intuitive and smooth with a little practice. Re-holstering takes a little getting used to as the retention snap strap tends to get in the way. I find that I have to look at the holster to replace the pistol, unlike the SERPA type holster I use when not mounting a light. Overall I am pleased with this model and expect to improve my abilities with it as I practice with and use it more.
Pros: Easy to draw pistol, holds securely
Cons: A little difficulty in re-holstering

Fits perfect for a Ruger SR9 with a SureFire light. I was expecting the thumb break to release with pressure on the pistol if I rolled it back, however, you must break the release with your thumb for it to release. Also, the unit does not "slide" in like a normal paddle, it rocks in barrel first and same thing to unholster. Requires a bit of retraining from a normal Fobus paddle, but it does offer one of the only options to carry a light with a Ruger SR9.
Pros: Securely holds firearm
Cons: Requires thumb break and roll back to release