Originally Posted by
Dachs
You can't use this as an example of the SERPA causing a problem. Clearly the problem exists with this loser. That he was wearing a SERPA when he shot himself is irrelevant.
Not quite. The holster is poorly designed and utilizes a release mechanism and technique that is less than ideal. The "trigger finger straight along the frame" holstering and drawing technique was clearly the impetus for the design, but that trigger finger really shouldn't be doing anything but staying put on that frame or waiting for the frame to clear the kydex until such time as the shooter is ready to fire. The technique can be learned with proper training, but there are better alternatives to this holster that don't come with the risk of jammed release mechanisms.
Originally Posted by
JSantoro
It's completely irrelevant to SERPA apologists whose delusion is bolstered by stating it as such. That said, even where it IS relevant, it's only one of several factors. I personally have far less of a problem with the release and how its actuated than I do with how easily it's jammed up, but it's also not the most sensible arrangement from a work-flow perspective.
It's a poor design that reminds me of the old clamshell revolver holsters. They were "innovative" but had their own set of unique drawbacks and safety issues that made them not worth the risk to a professional whose life depends on their kit.
Nothing man-portable is guaranteed to end a fight.
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