Safariland 6008: retention insurance for the rig you already run
Retention upgrades don’t need to be dramatic. The Safariland 6008 hood guard and als guard adds mechanical security to hardware you already trust.
Why it earns belt space
- Colors. Black — match the platform it rides on.
- Open top retention. Nothing between your hand and the gear when the moment isn’t giving you spare seconds.
- Ecosystem fit. It rides a standard duty belt — see the specs for this model’s width.
Who runs it
Agencies upgrading retention on holsters already in service.
Specifications
| Type | Retention guard |
|---|---|
| Retention / closure | Open top |
| Hand | Left Hand / Right Hand |
| Colors | Black |
| SKU | SAFA-6008 |
Common questions
How does it mount?
It rides a standard duty belt — see the specs for this model’s width.
Right- and left-hand options?
Yes — this listing covers left and right. Pick your side in the options.
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. Need a fitment double-checked before you order? Ask the Network — we spec Safariland rigs for individual officers and full agencies alike.
