Safariland Model 6360RDS: 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 6360RDS does both with Level III retention.
Why officers trust it
- Uniform-matched finishes. Offered in STX Plain, STX Tactical to match agency uniform standards.
- ALS (Automatic Locking System). The pistol locks the moment it’s holstered, and a straight-back thumb release frees it in one natural drawing motion — nothing to pinch, rock, or think about.
- SLS (Self-Locking System) rotating hood. A deliberate push-down-and-forward motion no one can defeat from in front of you, adding a layer between your sidearm and a grab.
- 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.
- Light-bearing fit. Molded for the Smith & Wesson 9 with its weapon light mounted, so the pistol rides tight with the light in place.
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 light) |
|---|---|
| Retention | Level III |
| System | ALS / SLS |
| Ride / carry | Mid-Ride · Duty |
| Hand | Right Hand |
| Finish options | STX Plain, STX Tactical |
| Colors | Black |
| Series | Safariland 6360RDS |
| SKU family | 6360RDS-2222 |
Common questions
Is it available left-handed?
This listing is right hand-hand only as stocked. Ask the Network if you need the opposite-hand SKU — Safariland builds most models both ways.
Does it need a break-in period?
No. The shell is molded to the firearm, so retention is set by the locking hardware rather than friction — fit is correct out of the box.
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.
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.
