Safariland Model 6285LASD: built for the Smith & Wesson 9
When a shift goes sideways, the holster is the one piece of gear that has to work twice — hold the Smith & Wesson 9 through a struggle, then give it up instantly to a trained draw. The Safariland Model 6285LASD does both with Level II retention.
Why officers trust it
- Level II retention. Two independent retention mechanisms stand between the pistol and a gun grab — each defeated naturally by the wearer’s trained draw, and only by it.
- Light-bearing fit. Molded for the Smith & Wesson 9 with the SureFire X300U mounted, so the pistol rides tight with the light in place.
- Low-Ride carry. Drops the grip below belt line — clears body armor, vest kits, and vehicle door frames.
- SafariLaminate construction. Safariland’s duty laminate shrugs off impact, rain, and vehicle-frame abuse that ends leather rigs.
- Uniform-matched finishes. Offered in STX Tactical to match agency uniform standards.
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
| Fits | Smith & Wesson 9 (with SureFire X300U) |
|---|---|
| Retention | Level II |
| System | SLS |
| Ride / carry | Low-Ride · Duty |
| Hand | Left Hand / Right Hand |
| Finish options | STX Tactical |
| Colors | Black |
| Series | Safariland 6285LASD |
| SKU family | 6285LASD-21901 |
Common questions
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 II — two independent retention mechanisms, each one released naturally during a trained draw.
Will it fit my weapon light?
This is a light-bearing model, molded for the Smith & Wesson 9 with the SureFire X300U in place. Run the exact pistol/light pairing before ordering — a bare pistol in a light-bearing shell will sit loose.
About Safariland
Since 1964, Safariland has grown from a California garage operation into the name most duty belts are built around, pioneering the retention systems that became the industry’s benchmark. Need a fitment double-checked before you order? Ask the Network — we spec Safariland rigs for individual officers and full agencies alike.
