Holster ? for LEO's.

OneInTheChamber · January 2, 2006, 06:54 PM

Hey guys, I'm looking to become LAPD once I graduate from HS and college. I was wondering whether officers, especially LAPD officers, know whether its your choice on holsters to carry or whether you deal with what you are issued.

The reason I ask this is that I want to use my Bianchi carry-lok because of its retentive capabilities. It seems to make a lot of sense to me when you're wrestling with BG's to have a gun that is very secure, yet very easily acquired to someone who knows how to use it (sweeping a small lever that releases the firearm; its very easy to learn to use and just as fast as a standard holster).

Thanks,

Chase

AMT8951 · January 2, 2006, 08:25 PM

I don't know about LAPD, but my dept's SOP states that uniformed officers must use issue holsters. Plain clothes and TAC Team guys have a little more lattitude. Good Luck!

yorec · January 2, 2006, 11:26 PM

Different policys for different departments, but I'd bet LAPD issues holsters. Simply a matter of logistics.

Blackwater OPS · January 3, 2006, 08:44 PM

Bianchi is good stuff, but whatever you get make SURE it is TRIPLE-retention. This has probably saved my life once or twice and I know it has saved the lives of others on the Job. If you want to do some ride alongs with LAPD(I reccomend it before making a career choice) PM me.

Recon7 · January 3, 2006, 10:18 PM

you are still in high school, when you become a police officer, just set your fazer to stun and put it in your pocket. seriously you have plenty of time don't get too hung up on it. The selection for police around here is long and arbitrary and many good guys don't make it. when you go to college get a good degree not some dumb law enforcement or criminal justice degree. you could get 4 years of straight A's and get a DUI the day before graduation. then nobody will hire you. try for the police, just have a plan B.

shooter_john · January 6, 2006, 04:24 PM

At the LEA that I work with, we are responsible for our own equipment, (Issues a gun, radio, and vest) which makes for a bad day at the police store when you get hired, but it is well worth it in the long run, as we are a very fortunate department. We may get whatever type stuff we want as long as it is black basketweave leather. I wear a Safariland w/ hood as that is the only holster I know of that will accomodate the M3 lights. TRU is issued basic tac gear, but we have a lot of discretion in how we set that up too.

9mm1033 · January 6, 2006, 05:12 PM

Upon graduation from the academy, you'll be given the departmental sidearm and supporting leather. You'll wear no less or no more. Most every department (large cities) has standard issued equipment. It's alot of weight to carry. Having served my 25 in LE, may I suggest you look into other public service careers. But, if you care to hear those reasons, you'll have to post another question.

Archie · January 7, 2006, 05:14 PM

They seem to have various holsters. I see swivels, high rides, and low rides without much uniformity.

It looks like there is some choice, but I would bet there is an 'authorized list' of holsters permitted. And all must be black, basketweave with brass hardware or some other such requirements.

During your probationary period, you may have even less choice.

In other words, don't spend too much money now. You will get firm direction when you graduate the academy.

January 2, 2006, 06:54 PM	#1
OneInTheChamber Senior Member Join Date: December 12, 2005 Posts: 789	Holster ? for LEO's. Hey guys, I'm looking to become LAPD once I graduate from HS and college. I was wondering whether officers, especially LAPD officers, know whether its your choice on holsters to carry or whether you deal with what you are issued. The reason I ask this is that I want to use my Bianchi carry-lok because of its retentive capabilities. It seems to make a lot of sense to me when you're wrestling with BG's to have a gun that is very secure, yet very easily acquired to someone who knows how to use it (sweeping a small lever that releases the firearm; its very easy to learn to use and just as fast as a standard holster). Thanks, Chase __________________ Insert witty, comical, and/or significant quote here.

January 2, 2006, 08:25 PM	#2
AMT8951 Senior Member Join Date: June 7, 2005 Location: Central NY Posts: 492	I don't know about LAPD, but my dept's SOP states that uniformed officers must use issue holsters. Plain clothes and TAC Team guys have a little more lattitude. Good Luck! __________________ .40 cal Sig 2340 Kahr E9 S&W M65-5 RIA Midsize .45acp Glock 21 Olympic Arms M4 Win M70 .375 H&H FN PBR .308 Win M69A .22 Mini-14 Ithica M37 Deerslayer 12ga Remington 721 30/06

January 2, 2006, 11:26 PM	#3
yorec Senior Member Join Date: February 2, 2000 Location: Wyoming Posts: 2,328	Different policys for different departments, but I'd bet LAPD issues holsters. Simply a matter of logistics. __________________ What part of "... shall not be infringed..." don't you understand?

January 3, 2006, 08:44 PM	#4
Blackwater OPS Senior Member Join Date: September 11, 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,152	Bianchi is good stuff, but whatever you get make SURE it is TRIPLE-retention. This has probably saved my life once or twice and I know it has saved the lives of others on the Job. If you want to do some ride alongs with LAPD(I reccomend it before making a career choice) PM me. __________________ "Those who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a little temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety." -Ben Franklin Spc. Jeremy M. Campbell Died 9/1/2005 and the best DS ever MSG Matthew Ritz Died 11.23.2005 matthewritz.com For those who have had to fight for it, Life holds a special meaning that the protected will never know. (\__/) (='.'=) Someone set us up the bunny! (")_(")

January 6, 2006, 04:24 PM	#6
shooter_john Senior Member Join Date: December 11, 2002 Location: ALABAMA Posts: 1,472	At the LEA that I work with, we are responsible for our own equipment, (Issues a gun, radio, and vest) which makes for a bad day at the police store when you get hired, but it is well worth it in the long run, as we are a very fortunate department. We may get whatever type stuff we want as long as it is black basketweave leather. I wear a Safariland w/ hood as that is the only holster I know of that will accomodate the M3 lights. TRU is issued basic tac gear, but we have a lot of discretion in how we set that up too. __________________ TROTAC.com

January 3, 2006, 10:18 PM	#5
Recon7 Senior Member Join Date: December 10, 2005 Posts: 707	you are still in high school, when you become a police officer, just set your fazer to stun and put it in your pocket. seriously you have plenty of time don't get too hung up on it. The selection for police around here is long and arbitrary and many good guys don't make it. when you go to college get a good degree not some dumb law enforcement or criminal justice degree. you could get 4 years of straight A's and get a DUI the day before graduation. then nobody will hire you. try for the police, just have a plan B.

January 6, 2006, 05:12 PM	#7
9mm1033 Senior Member Join Date: April 18, 2005 Location: A big city with far too many cars and people. Posts: 932	Upon graduation from the academy, you'll be given the departmental sidearm and supporting leather. You'll wear no less or no more. Most every department (large cities) has standard issued equipment. It's alot of weight to carry. Having served my 25 in LE, may I suggest you look into other public service careers. But, if you care to hear those reasons, you'll have to post another question. __________________ No one reads or cares what is written in ones signature box. So I'm not writing anything worth reading or remembering.

January 7, 2006, 05:14 PM	#8
Archie Senior Member Join Date: May 26, 2000 Location: Hastings, Nebrasksa - the Hear Posts: 2,209	I work around LAPD They seem to have various holsters. I see swivels, high rides, and low rides without much uniformity. It looks like there is some choice, but I would bet there is an 'authorized list' of holsters permitted. And all must be black, basketweave with brass hardware or some other such requirements. During your probationary period, you may have even less choice. In other words, don't spend too much money now. You will get firm direction when you graduate the academy. __________________ There ain't no free lunch, except Jesus. Archie Check out updated journal at http://oldmanmontgomery.wordpress.com/

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