Safariland Model 6365: built for the Glock 17
When a shift goes sideways, the holster is the one piece of gear that has to work twice — hold the Glock 17 through a struggle, then give it up instantly to a trained draw. The Safariland Model 6365 does both with Level III retention.
Why officers trust it
- Uniform-matched finishes. Offered in Basket Weave, STX Basket Weave, 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.
- Low-Ride carry. Drops the grip below belt line — clears body armor, vest kits, and vehicle door frames.
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 | Glock 17 |
|---|---|
| Retention | Level III |
| System | ALS / SLS |
| Ride / carry | Low-Ride · Duty |
| Hand | Left Hand / Right Hand |
| Finish options | Basket Weave, STX Basket Weave, STX Tactical |
| Colors | Black |
| Series | Safariland 6365 |
| SKU family | 6365-83 |
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.
