Safariland Model 070
Retention you don’t think about is the point of the Safariland Model 070 with Level III retention. Holster the duty sidearm and it locks; draw it the way you trained and it’s simply there.
Why officers trust it
- Uniform-matched finishes. Offered in Basket Weave, Plain to match agency uniform standards.
- Level III retention. Three independent retention mechanisms stand between the pistol and a gun grab — each defeated naturally by the wearer’s trained draw, and only by it.
- Mid-Ride carry. Puts the grip right at the natural sweep of the hand — the patrol standard.
Who carries it
Patrol officers, sheriff’s deputies, and campus and transit police carry this class of rig every shift; agencies standardize on it because armorers can service the hardware and every officer draws the same way.
Specifications
| Retention | Level III |
|---|---|
| Ride / carry | Mid-Ride · Duty |
| Hand | Left Hand / Right Hand |
| Finish options | Basket Weave, Plain |
| Colors | Black, Cordovan |
| Series | Safariland 070 |
| SKU family | SAFA-070 |
Common questions
Is this an approved duty holster?
It’s a Level III retention design of the type worn by patrol officers nationwide; approval always rests with your agency’s uniform and equipment policy.
Is this a duty or concealment holster?
Duty — check the ride and belt attachment in the specs to confirm it matches how you intend to wear it.
What does the retention level mean?
Safariland grades duty holsters by the number of independent locking mechanisms between the pistol and anyone who isn’t the officer wearing it. This model is Level III — three independent retention mechanisms, each one released naturally during a trained draw.
About Safariland
Few brands have shaped police gear like Safariland: holster maker since 1964 and the company that brought the first true retention duty holster to market. 911 Network supplies Safariland to officers and agencies nationwide — if you’re unsure on fit or finish, ask the Network before you buy.
