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I wanted to know if anyone use the QLS? I am thinking about getting one. Does anyone use the QLS L? It is suppose to have an additional locking feature. I cannot find any information on it except on the Safariland web site. Your input is much appreciated :)
Used to use the MLS, now using QLS on my ridiculous Highway To The Danger Zone warbelt setup, attached to a standard UBL. I liked the MLS better but popped one, so I went to the stronger QLS, and have gotten used to it thorugh practice.
The whole backstory is pretty TLDR, so if you have specific questions, it'd be more effecient.
I use the QLS system on my duty belt, callout belt, and plate carrier. I have to carry a glock 22 on callouts/missions, but prefer to carry my HK USP 40 when we do warrant service. I also have a Glock 35 I am testing/playing with, and sometimes I use the ALS holster for my USP w/out a light. With the QLS system I can switch between all of them in seconds. I also use it to mount a taser on my belt, heavy gear, and on my plate carrier. I can move it between whatever rig I'm using quickly and it works well.
I have heard from other SWAT guys that during some ground fighting training they were able to rip the holster from the QLS rig. FWIW.
Thanks for the input guys. There is a possibility I am going to be using my Glock 35 at the range master course I am going to next year. I need to use my duty belt for the qualification shoot. I am issued a Glock 22. I would like to get the QLS so I can switch holsters without taking all my stuff off my belt. It sounds like it will do the job. Thanks.
Just in case you don't want to spend the money ....Quote:
Originally Posted by saints75
If you're using an ALS holster, the G22 will lock into and be secured just fine in a 35 holster. In fact, mine will even lock in without a light. No need to switch things around if that is your only concern.
I now run all my ALS/SLS holsters on QLS...
For what it's worth, my gamer rig is all ELS (for magazine carriers) and QLS (for holsters.) I love having the ability to set my belt up for each individual stage, and leave the stuff I won't need in the range bag.
Good to know. I did not think about that. Thanks.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dr. No
I'm almost afraid to ask, since I've already spent a fair amount of money on MLS components, but is there a significant advantage to the QLS over the MLS?
QLS:Quote:
Originally Posted by Dave J
Benefits:
- Mount your holster nearly anywhere: Belt, thigh rig, in the home or even in a vehicle
- Easily remove your weapon without removing it from the holster
- Mount to MOLLE vest with the MLS 16 Accessory Locking Fork
- Works with nearly all Safariland holsters and duty gear
- Passes Level I Retention™ pull test
MLS:
Benefits:
- Add MOLLE mounting support to the QLS and ELS systems
- Easily attach or detach holster or accessories nearly anywhere: MOLLE loops, belts, thigh rig, in the home or even in a vehicle
- Easily remove your weapon without removing it from holster
- Works with nearly all Safariland holsters and duty gear
- Designed to break away at 140lbs per military specifications
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...;v=Q2jfEdyDq0Y
Yeah, the QLS is the stronger of the two, as noted. The conventional wisdom is that MLS is more for military use -- direct MOLLE compatibility of the fork being one indicator -- and is designed to breakaway in the event of a snag hazard of some sort; think "paratrooper" or some such. QLS is stronger, in material and design, and is less likely to pop off in the event of a gun-grab rasslin' match, which is more in the LE realm.
Thing to note, likely not of any impact, in this case: On my UBL, when I switched from MLS to QLS, it put the gun about 3/8" higher, which was JUST enough to screw with my draw; overcome, with practice. No big deal on a shroud or other true drop-leg setup, since one can just adjust whatever the QLS/holster is mounted to. Just something to bear in mind of anybody decides to switch from MLS --> QLS, or vice-versa.
The MLS has longer forks, and while this might seem like a "DUH!" factor, it pays to be mindful mounting the fork into its receiver plate; it's not as self-guiding as it may appear. I've seen 3 folks who didn't align the fork quite right because they weren't looking. They just stuck it in place and shoved, and had one of the forks slide OVER the space it's supposed to go, and not into the locking chanel on the plate. Their gun/holster never fell off, but it's not ideal, and led to a tine deforming because it was left that way for quite some time. Once discovered, it was replaced on the basis that having been bent into a Silly Straw shape weakened it at the bends. Bottom-line lesson there is not so much one of material, than it is for one to conduct their equipment checks, and not just go through the motions.
Dr. No,Quote:
Originally Posted by Dr. No
Thanks again for the advice on the ALS Holster for the Glock 35. My ALS G35 holster arrived last week and I have been using it for my Glock 22. It works great with both Glocks. Thanks again.