Holsters
IWB, OWB, duty and specialty molded holster concepts.
Belt-Slot OWB Holster
Custom belt-slot KYDEX OWB holster development for OEM programs, with controlled integral slot geometry, belt range, edge distance, ride, cant and shell load path.
Pocket Holster
Custom KYDEX pocket holster development for OEM programs, with controlled pocket interface, orientation, access, separation geometry and garment validation.
Chest Carry Platform
Custom chest carry platform development for OEM outdoor and professional programs, with controlled harness, torso range, load position, access and environmental validation.
Shoulder Holster System
Custom shoulder holster system development for OEM programs, with controlled harness balance, counterload, strap routing, adjustment, access and garment clearance.
Drop-Leg Holster Platform
Custom KYDEX drop-leg holster platform development for OEM programs, with controlled belt hanger, drop length, thigh interface, mounting stack and movement validation.
Belly-Band Hybrid Holster
Custom belly-band hybrid holster development for OEM programs, integrating a KYDEX shell with controlled elastic band, pocket, closure, wearer range and movement validation.
Hybrid IWB Holster
Custom hybrid KYDEX IWB holster development for OEM programs, combining a molded fit shell with a controlled flexible backer, attachment and interface specification.
Light-Bearing AIWB Sidecar
Custom light-bearing KYDEX AIWB sidecar development for OEM programs, controlling firearm-light fit, magazine fit, connection, spacing and complete loaded carry geometry.
Which custom holster formats can be developed?
The platform spans IWB, AIWB, OWB, duty, competition, shoulder, chest and modular concepts. A product family may share visual language and components, but each materially different fit, light configuration, carry position or retention architecture needs its own approval basis.
Concealed carry
IWB and AIWB concepts balance profile, access, clip geometry, ride position and user-contact edges around the intended configuration.
OWB and professional use
Outside-waistband and duty programs define mounting, leverage, retention actions, clearance and the complete installed load.
Modular platforms
Shared hole patterns and controlled adapters can support belt, MOLLE, vehicle or fixed-location interfaces when validated as an assembly.
What belongs in an OEM holster specification?
| Control area | Buyer input | Sample review |
|---|---|---|
| Fit configuration | Exact reference, accessories and permitted variants | Insertion, seating, clearance and removal |
| Carry geometry | Position, ride height, cant and access expectations | Installed orientation and user-contact review |
| Retention | Passive, adjustable or active mechanism and test method | Function on the complete approved assembly |
| Material | Sheet family, thickness, color, texture and finish | Forming detail, trim, edge and appearance |
| Commercial release | Marking, packaging, quantity and reorder controls | Golden sample and pack-out record |
Compare the dedicated IWB, OWB and duty holster programs. Then review material choices, hardware, quality controls and the OEM development workflow.
Frequently asked questions
Can one shell cover several configurations?
Only when the permitted dimensional and accessory range is deliberately designed and validated. Unapproved substitutions should not be assumed compatible.
Can mounting hardware be changed after sampling?
It can be revised, but mounting changes may alter leverage, clearance, fastener stack and retention behavior, so the resulting assembly should be reapproved.
Is a prototype ready for repeat production?
Not automatically. Repeat production should follow an identified golden sample and written controls for material, forming, trimming, assembly, function and packaging.
Define a custom holster platform for your market.
Share the application, target quantity and launch requirements. We will outline the most practical sampling path.