SERPA, it isn't "unsafe", the truth - Page 2

SubNine · May 6th, 2009, 08:03 PM

I like the Serpa design, it's natural and fast on the draw. I have one for each my handguns, but I really only use them when I go to the range and open carry. For concealment I use leather belt holsters. I don't think they're anymore unsafe than other holsters.

Blackeagle · May 6th, 2009, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by TN_Mike

As I stated I have had to draw TWICE this year under stress, for real . . .

Twice is not not exactly a big sample size.

soflasmg · May 6th, 2009, 08:55 PM

I've been to training where it was specified that Sherpa holsters not be used.

That's enough for me.

gunster99 · May 6th, 2009, 09:29 PM

Any piece of equipments will hurt you if used it improperly. I have used many different kind of holsters, including the Serpa. Never have problems. I have used Serpa for many tactical training and stress shooting training. With everything, perfect trainings are required for one to become proficient in using of such equipment....just my 2 cents.

Stay safe...

matiki · May 6th, 2009, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Blackeagle

Twice is not not exactly a big sample size.

That's exactly why this bothers me so much. We've got what, one, maybe two incidents at most? How many other negligent discharges have been made using other holsters? Where's the big list of holsters that "aren't safe"?

JHoff · May 6th, 2009, 10:04 PM

What I'm most curious about is why you felt the need to make a post about this? They work great for you and honestly, I like them too, but what are you proving to yourself by doing this? Why do you care if someone doesn't like the type of holster you use? I drive a Chevy but I'm not preaching about how wrongToyota drivers are...same situation but a different product. Right?

matiki · May 6th, 2009, 10:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JHoff

What I'm most curious about is why you felt the need to make a post about this? They work great for you and honestly, I like them too, but what are you proving to yourself by doing this? Why do you care if someone doesn't like the type of holster you use? I drive a Chevy but I'm not preaching about how wrongToyota drivers are...same situation but a different product. Right?

I won't speak for the OP, but I will say that your analogy is not exactly the same.

More like:

I drive a Chevy, but when people tell me I'll cause a fatal car accident due to a design flaw, I don't fret and continue driving.

AllAmerican · May 6th, 2009, 10:11 PM

Im all about leather but this was great Mike. Thanks for taking the time to share this.

muttman · May 6th, 2009, 10:14 PM

I too have had a number of training classes and in all of them I have utilized serpa holsters. mainly becuase they force you build muscle memory for your index finger.

as for everyday carry I would not & do not utilize them, even after training with them. I agree that you can train and continue to train but you can never be 100% ready for any situation. If you can remove a variable from the equation why not do it.

can't get a better tool for muscle memory... just my 2 cents.

Not against the product or anyone that does carry with it. Each to their own.

JHoff · May 6th, 2009, 10:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by matiki

I won't speak for the OP, but I will say that your analogy is not exactly the same.

More like:

I drive a Chevy, but when people tell me I'll cause a fatal car accident due to a design flaw, I don't fret and continue driving.

You're right. Your way with words is a bit better than mine. My point was that I wouldn't post on a forum to argue that I felt it was okay and the design flaw didn't exist. I'd just drive it anyway.

I guess I'm not looking to change the world or change the minds of others. I just aim to do what I see as right on my own.

May 6th, 2009, 08:03 PM	#11
SubNine Distinguished Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Anchorage Alaska Posts: 1,642	I like the Serpa design, it's natural and fast on the draw. I have one for each my handguns, but I really only use them when I go to the range and open carry. For concealment I use leather belt holsters. I don't think they're anymore unsafe than other holsters. __________________ USMC rule # 23 of gunfighting: Be polite, be professional, but have a plan to kill everyone you meet. Check out blog reviews of the guns I own at, http://www.myspace.com/akgunnut

May 6th, 2009, 08:55 PM	#13
soflasmg Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: South Florida Posts: 201	I've been to training where it was specified that Sherpa holsters not be used. That's enough for me. __________________ The Marshmallowist

May 6th, 2009, 10:04 PM	#16
JHoff Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 97	What I'm most curious about is why you felt the need to make a post about this? They work great for you and honestly, I like them too, but what are you proving to yourself by doing this? Why do you care if someone doesn't like the type of holster you use? I drive a Chevy but I'm not preaching about how wrongToyota drivers are...same situation but a different product. Right? __________________ "I play for keeps."

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AllAmerican VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Chesterfield, Kakalaki del Sur Posts: 2,401	Im all about leather but this was great Mike. Thanks for taking the time to share this. __________________ My Music: www.reverbnation.com/dickiefredericks New tunes added. "The Double Tap Center Mass Boogie. Learn it, know it, love it, shoot it. Good guys should live, bad guys not so much. " - Ted Nugent 09

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May 6th, 2009, 09:29 PM	#14
gunster99 Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: US Posts: 44	Any piece of equipments will hurt you if used it improperly. I have used many different kind of holsters, including the Serpa. Never have problems. I have used Serpa for many tactical training and stress shooting training. With everything, perfect trainings are required for one to become proficient in using of such equipment....just my 2 cents. Stay safe...

May 6th, 2009, 10:14 PM	#19
muttman New Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 5	I too have had a number of training classes and in all of them I have utilized serpa holsters. mainly becuase they force you build muscle memory for your index finger. as for everyday carry I would not & do not utilize them, even after training with them. I agree that you can train and continue to train but you can never be 100% ready for any situation. If you can remove a variable from the equation why not do it. can't get a better tool for muscle memory... just my 2 cents. Not against the product or anyone that does carry with it. Each to their own.