I carried that for years while in the airforce. While not a quick draw holster, it does the job of retention perfectly. In a combat situation, where gear gets tossed around and lost, retention is what you want. You're primary firearm is your rifle and if you ever need to go to your sidearm, trust me, you'll have more than enough time to get it out and on target.
The M12 holsters have a safety concern with striker fired pistols. The UM84 if you notice does not fully enclose at the back around the trigger guard. Foreign objects like sticks can insert into the trigger guard and defeat the trigger safeties, causing unwanted discharges. Bianchi made the UM92 for Glock and other striker handguns. The difference is a black piece of plastic incorporated into the rear of the holster that surrounds the trigger guard and prevents those foreign objects from getting in.
@@Warlock-ke2sw I would say it will fit the USGI size UM84, the UM92 I think will, but I'd want the confirm. The UM92 holster would be preferred for striker fired pistols since it enclosed the trigger guard.
@chadhalvorson441 I want to couple it with my bianchi shoulder rig but I'd like to have a trigger guard. Guess I'll manufacture my own. Thank you so much for the input homie!!!
The complaints for the flap d ring can be solved the way rangers did. They used to tie paracord onto the end with a basic knot and pull it down, then up to draw. I do this and works great. Its an original m12 and applies to all the models. The Um92 would be the best model holster for striker fire handguns as it has a polymer trigger guard. Bit more pricey even in today’s prices
Still have two of them out is the shed,bought in maybe 1988 and had to get the shoulder carry strap,quick release snap,leg drop adapter,you know,all the garbage you'll never use.For military field carry it was alright,but for garrison M.P. work we dumped them fast.
I just received the thumb snap strap for it yesterday! I'll get the whole rig eventually and I'm of the same opinion as you about it's usefulness. For me this is more of a "always wanted one of those!" type deals and so far it's exactly what I expected it to be.
Hey Curry, I got one of these holsters about 25 years ago when I got my Beretta 92FS which fits in perfectly. Recently I found another at my local surplus store that was attached to a drop leg platform. Didn't know they make a quick release option for it. Good to know, thank you. Hope you will post a link to where to find it. Take care guys and stay safe.
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@@robertsbushcraft Oh, ok. I don't feel so bad now! Hey, great video on the holster btw. I had one back about twenty years ago. Sure do miss that thing now. Not even sure what happened to it. Probably lost it to my brother in a trade. Just checked e Bay. you can still get 'em and all the accessories too. Thanks much for sharing! Jerry
It's better than any of those velcro strap holster for a full frame pistol. I have more than once had my Baretta fall out of a holster while bank fishing or hiking through the woods . 🪵 No holster is perfect 👌 I like you love these things .
I carried that for years while in the airforce. While not a quick draw holster, it does the job of retention perfectly. In a combat situation, where gear gets tossed around and lost, retention is what you want. You're primary firearm is your rifle and if you ever need to go to your sidearm, trust me, you'll have more than enough time to get it out and on target.
Thanks for that input and for your service, Philip!
It is quick draw if you take the cover off you don’t need it or the optional strap. Just use the plastic belt loops.
The D-ring is awkward to grip when under stress so I hooked on a half size carabiner. Works like a charm and very easy to grab quickly.
I managed to snag one of these today at a surplus store in like new condition for $25 and for anyone wondering it fits a full size 1911 with rail
Great little piece, I really like the color and looks like it fits well.
I agree 100%! Thanks for watching and taking a moment to leave us a comment, Dorothys Hobby Farm!
Congrats on getting a dream piece of gear. Stay safe out there guys.
Thanks and you as well, Joey!
The M-12 fits the family of large framed Glocks.
G-20, G-21,and G-22 (all generations) are a perfect fit.
Excellent info, Cheeky!
The M12 holsters have a safety concern with striker fired pistols. The UM84 if you notice does not fully enclose at the back around the trigger guard. Foreign objects like sticks can insert into the trigger guard and defeat the trigger safeties, causing unwanted discharges. Bianchi made the UM92 for Glock and other striker handguns. The difference is a black piece of plastic incorporated into the rear of the holster that surrounds the trigger guard and prevents those foreign objects from getting in.
It is a 100% valid safety concern, Chad. The Bianchi UM92 is an upgrade that I am getting: amzn.to/2QfGt2Z
Brilliant
I hope you see this! Will an m&p 2.0 fit with the trigger guard? It's a full size. If you don't know don't worry!!!
@@Warlock-ke2sw I would say it will fit the USGI size UM84, the UM92 I think will, but I'd want the confirm. The UM92 holster would be preferred for striker fired pistols since it enclosed the trigger guard.
@chadhalvorson441 I want to couple it with my bianchi shoulder rig but I'd like to have a trigger guard. Guess I'll manufacture my own. Thank you so much for the input homie!!!
It doesn’t take long at all to draw from that holster, we used them in desert storm and I used it on the job in black version.
Practice, practice, and more practice. Thank you for your service!
The complaints for the flap d ring can be solved the way rangers did. They used to tie paracord onto the end with a basic knot and pull it down, then up to draw. I do this and works great.
Its an original m12 and applies to all the models. The Um92 would be the best model holster for striker fire handguns as it has a polymer trigger guard.
Bit more pricey even in today’s prices
Still have two of them out is the shed,bought in maybe 1988 and had to get the shoulder carry strap,quick release snap,leg drop adapter,you know,all the garbage you'll never use.For military field carry it was alright,but for garrison M.P. work we dumped them fast.
I just received the thumb snap strap for it yesterday! I'll get the whole rig eventually and I'm of the same opinion as you about it's usefulness. For me this is more of a "always wanted one of those!" type deals and so far it's exactly what I expected it to be.
I have this holster bought it from a friend for 5$ dollars at his yard sale carry my smith and wesson m&p 2.0 9mm in it and love my m12 holster
I'm rather fond of this holster myself, Jamie. Good find!
Very cool video thanks for sharing!
Hey thanks for watching this, LuvThyNaybor!
Hey Curry, I got one of these holsters about 25 years ago when I got my Beretta 92FS which fits in perfectly. Recently I found another at my local surplus store that was attached to a drop leg platform. Didn't know they make a quick release option for it. Good to know, thank you. Hope you will post a link to where to find it. Take care guys and stay safe.
We'll probably end up with the drop extension and shoulder harness at some point. Take care, Jeff!
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Nice review on a forgotten “olde but a goodie” piece of gear. 👍👍😁🇺🇸
Oldie but goodie indeed, Barnacle Bill!
Great vid
Thank you, @alros1212!
A VERY GOOD MORNING TO YOU GUYS.....GREAT TEST VIDEO.....👍👍IF AT FIRST YOU DO NOT SUCCEED TRY,TRY AGAIN GREAT STUFF......ITS AWESOME TO GET SOMETHING THAT YOU HAVE BEEN AFTER FOR A LONG TIME ...HAVE A BLESSED DAY TO YOU ALL 👍👍
A good morning to you, Dean! Now to get the quick release thumb snaps!
@@robertsbushcraft YOU STILL DONE GOOD ON THE DRAW THOUGH CONCIDERING 👍👍HOPE YOU GET THAT CLIP FOR THE HOLSTER....TO BE CONTINUED. ...
Hi , nice video, is your pistol a 4 " barrelled one ? thanks
The 45ACP is 4.6" and the 9mm is 4.25"
@@robertsbushcraft thanks, so it shall accept a CZ 75 SP01 tactical . I will take the risk :-) ! and by one of those holsters. I like the retention
Just be super mindful of the trigger area!
Anyone know if a fullsize 2.0 will fit in the variant woth the trigger guard?
I wonder if this would fit an xdm 10mm 5.25
Good question! Anyone out there know?
Bianchi M1415 thumb strap 👍
I picked one up and man did it make a difference!
Take the flap off it is a quick draw. Save it for rainy days.
Excellent advice, Title Wave!
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Right on!
Curry?! Who is Conan? I'm sorry sir, I thought you were Conan, and your son was Gabriel!
Conan is an old nickname, Curry is my first name. Conan is how I mark my gear, makes it easy to identify.
@@robertsbushcraft Oh, ok. I don't feel so bad now! Hey, great video on the holster btw. I had one back about twenty years ago. Sure do miss that thing now. Not even sure what happened to it. Probably lost it to my brother in a trade. Just checked e Bay. you can still get 'em and all the accessories too. Thanks much for sharing!
Jerry
It's better than any of those velcro strap holster for a full frame pistol. I have more than once had my Baretta fall out of a holster while bank fishing or hiking through the woods . 🪵 No holster is perfect 👌 I like you love these things .
This holster has been a workhorse for me.