Safariland Model 6378RDS: built for the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 9
Ask an armorer what to put a Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 9 in and this series comes up fast. The Safariland Model 6378RDS is a standard-issue answer for a reason.
Why officers trust it
- 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.
- Light-bearing fit. Molded for the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 9 with its weapon light mounted, so the pistol rides tight with the light in place.
- 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
Detectives, plainclothes assignments, and off-duty carriers run this class of holster where a duty rig would print or snag.
Specifications
| Fits | Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 9 (with light) |
|---|---|
| System | ALS |
| Ride / carry | Concealment |
| Hand | Right Hand |
| Finish options | STX Tactical |
| Colors | Black |
| Series | Safariland 6378RDS |
| SKU family | 6378RDS-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 a duty or concealment holster?
Concealment — check the ride and belt attachment in the specs to confirm it matches how you intend to wear it.
About Safariland
Safariland has been building holsters since 1964, when Neale Perkins sewed the first ones in a Sierra Madre, California garage — and it went on to define modern duty retention, including the industry’s first Level III retention holster. 911 Network supplies Safariland to officers and agencies nationwide — if you’re unsure on fit or finish, ask the Network before you buy.
