MAY 31, 2016

Safariland Announces 15 Holster Fits for S&W M&P45 Shield

A collection of concealment holsters to complement the pistol's slim profile

ONTARIO, Calif. – Today,Safariland announced the expansion of Safariland® and Bianchi® concealment holster lines with several new fits for the incredibly popular Smith & Wesson M&P Shield .45.

"With the launch of the Smith & Wesson's M&P Shield .45, we are excited to debut fits in several of our most popular holsters across the Safariland and Bianchi brands," said Scott Carnahan, Vice President, Equipment."With more than 15 concealable options between Safariland and Bianchi, consumers and professionals will find the perfect holster for their concealment needs."

Renowned for innovation, quality and performance, Safariland holsters are the overwhelming choice of law enforcement agencies and competition shooters. Safariland concealment holster models fitting the M&P Shield .45 encompass ten models for belt slide, paddle and inside-the-pants carry.

The Bianchi holsters for the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield .45 demonstrate the brand's legacy craftsmanship in leather products that balances functional design and quality. M&P Shield .45 users have several carry options with choices for two belt slide holsters and two inside the waist models, including Bianchi's best-selling Model 100 Professional™ and, three holsters from the Allusion™ series.

The below models are available now. For ordering, please contact an account representative or a member of the Safariland customer service team at 1.800.347.1200.

Model

Description

MSRP

27

Inside-the-Pants Holster, Plain Black

$52.00

527

Open Top Concealment Holster, Plain Black, 1.5" or 1.75" Belt Loop

$47.00

566

Custom Fit Hi-Ride Holster, Plain Black

$48.00

567

Custom Fit Belt Slide Holster, Plain Black

$48.00

568

Custom Fit Paddle Holster, Plain Black

$53.00

569

Custom Fit Belt Clip Holster, Plain Black

$48.00

576

GLS™ Pro-Fit™ Subcompact, SafariSeven™ Plain Black or FDE Brown

$50.00

577

GLS™ Pro-Fit™ Subcompact, SafariSeven™ Plain Black or FDE Brown

$50.00

578

GLS™ Pro-Fit™ Subcompact, SafariSeven™ Plain Black or FDE Brown

$55.00

579

GLS™ Pro-Fit™ Subcompact, SafariSeven™ Plain Black or FDE Brown

$50.00




About Safariland®
Established in 1964, Safariland®has earned worldwide renown and a leadership position in the industry for its technologically advanced holsters and other gear to the law enforcement, military, concealment and competitive sporting markets. Safariland holsters, belts and accessories provide users with high-quality tools to perform their jobs safely and effectively. Safariland is credited for developing the first Level III retention holster for the uniformed duty market. With a reputation for INNOVATION NOT IMITATION®, the Safariland brand continues its position as the worldwide leader in retention holsters. Safariland is a part of The Safariland Group family of brands. For more information, visit www.safariland.com/dutygear.

About Bianchi®
Bianchi® has been a leading producer of holsters and accessories for the concealment, sporting, law enforcement and military markets worldwide for more than 50 years. From premier leather products including Bianchi Cowboy, to the ruggedly durable AccuMold® and PatrolTek™ lines, Bianchi products are known for their time-proven designs, quality and longevity. Bianchiis a part of The Safariland Group family of brands. For more information, visit www.safariland.com/bianchi.

About The Safariland Group
The Safariland Group is a premier global provider of trusted, innovative, high-quality law enforcement and security products for the public safety, military and outdoor recreation/personal protection markets. Offering many of the world's most recognizable names in these markets, principal brands include Safariland®, ABA®, Second Chance®, Bianchi®, Break Free® and Mustang Survival®. Forensics brands include Identicator® and NIK®. The Safariland Group's mission, Together, We Save Lives™, is inherent in the lifesaving products it delivers. The Safariland Group has its headquarters in Jacksonville, FL.

The Safariland Group is a trade name of Safariland, LLC.

For further information, please contact:
Curator PR for The Safariland Group
Kate Hudson
1.206.914.3533
>Kate.Hudson@curatorpr.com

For product samples, please contact:
The Safariland Group
Kelsey Reddoch
Brand Marketing Manager
1.909. 923.7300 x31260
>Kelsey.Reddoch@safariland.com