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How can I adjust the retention of my holster?

 

How to adjust holster retention (Supertuck, MiniTuck, Freedom, Modular, Ohai, Pocket Rocket, Snapslide, Dropslide, Superslide, etc.):

You can adjust the retention on your CrossBreed holster at home in a few minutes using a hair dryer — no special tools required. Follow the steps below, or send your holster to us and we will adjust it for free as part of your warranty.

 

What you will need

  • Your holster
  • Your unloaded firearm
  • A hairdryer
  • Several cool, damp rags
  • A pair of heat-resistant gloves
  • A screwdriver or drill (only needed if your holster uses screws to set retention rather than heat-molded Kydex)

Steps to adjust retention

  1. Begin with the unloaded firearm seated in the holster.
  2. Remove the clips if they are removable. If the clips cannot be removed, cover them with a cool, damp rag to protect them from the heat.
  3. Cover all Kydex and leather surfaces with cool, damp rags. Leave only the trigger guard indentation — and the ejection port area if you plan to adjust it — exposed.
  4. Using a hairdryer, slowly apply direct heat to the trigger guard area (or ejection port). After a few minutes you will see the Kydex soften and begin to lift.
  5. Once the Kydex starts to lift, use your heat-resistant gloves to press the trigger guard indent shallower (for looser retention) or deeper (for tighter retention) until the fit suits you.

 

           Warning: If the Kydex begins to appear wet or shiny, stop immediately — the material is too hot and may be                    damaged. Allow it to cool completely before resuming.

            -You can also watch a step-by-step video walkthrough of this process.

How to adjust holster retention (Reckoning, Rogue, ARMOR, Xecutive, Lightguard, MT2, ST2, Chest Rig (Nomad), LDS 2.0)

          These holsters are adjusted with screws on the front of the holster (typically around the trigger guard area) Check            our Video section for more information on adjusting the retention for your specific holster.

         Videos - FAQ

Need help?

If this process seems too complex or risky to perform on your own, send your holster to us. We will adjust the retention for free as part of your warranty. Call 417-732-5011 or email info@mtc-brands.com with any questions.

 


Related Videos:


How to Adjust the Retention on the CrossBreed Reckoning Holster