Safariland Announces 575 Slim Holster for Secure Retention of Subcompact Handguns

For Immediate Release

April 14, 2021

Compact design offers multi-fit capability for IWB carry.

Jacksonville Florida Safariland ® a brand of The Safariland Group a leading global provider of safety products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets, today announced new 575 Slim Pro-Fit™ holsters equipped with Safariland’s Grip Locking System (GLS ™). The new 575 Slim extends the availability of the popular holster design to subcompact pistols.

“The new 575 Slim builds on the success of our robust 575 in waistband design said Eric Gasvoda Vice President and General Manager for The Safariland Group duty gear division. The new 575 models are built for the smaller 9mms and other pistols designed for everyday carry. With Safariland’s GLS retention and the 575’s ease of concealment, this is a great way to secure your carry gun so it is ready and accessible when you need it most.”

The new 575 Slim IWB GLS Pro-Fit holster provides a fully adjustable cant and offers the unique Grip Locking System which secures the firearm once holstered The retention of the GLS is deactivated with the middle finger while taking a shooting grip during the draw. The body is SafariSeven™ a proprietary nylon blend that is non-abrasive to a firearm’s finish and maintains very high heat tolerance as well as low cold tolerance. This holster comes with two belt loop options based on preference (over or under the belt). Its low cut and compact design make concealment easy while also allowing for a quick draw.

Features/Benefits:

  • GLS™ (Grip Locking System) secures firearm once holstered; retention is deactivated with the middle finger upon obtaining a standard shooting grip on the firearm
  • Designed to fit multiple firearms in one holster
  • Includes two belt loops, Over-the-Belt & Under-the-Belt
  • Body is proprietary nylon blend that is non-abrasive to firearm’s finish
  • Low-cut compact design make concealment easy while allowing for a quick draw
  • Inside-the-waist for deep concealment
  • Fully adjustable cant
  • Optic Capable

The new 575 Slim is designed for the GLOCK 43, 43X, and 48, Springfield Armory Hellcat and XDS, Sig Sauer P365, P365X, Smith & Wesson M&P Shield/Shield Plus, and similarly sized pistols.

About Safariland Duty Gear

Established in 1964, the Safariland® holster brand has earned worldwide renown and a leadership position in the industry for its technologically advanced holsters and other gear to the law enforcement, military, concealment and competitive sporting markets. Safariland holsters, belts and accessories provide users with high-quality tools to perform their jobs safely and effectively. Safariland is credited for developing the first Level III Retention™ holster for the uniformed duty market. With a reputation for INNOVATION NOT IMITATION®, the Safariland brand continues its position as the worldwide leader in retention holsters. Safarilandis a part of The Safariland Group family of brands. For more information, visit www.safariland.com/pages/safariland-duty-gear.

About The Safariland Group 

The Safariland Group is a leading global provider of a broad range of safety and survivability products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets. The Safariland Group offers a number of recognized brand names in these markets including Safariland® Armor, Duty Gear and Communications, Bianchi®, Break Free®, Hatch®, Med-Eng®, Identicator® and NIK®. The Safariland Group’s mission, “Together, We Save Lives®”, is inherent in the lifesaving and protective products it delivers. The Safariland Group is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. The Safariland Group is a trade name of Safariland, LLC.

For more information about The Safariland Group and these products, please visit www.safariland.com.

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For further information, please contact:

David Higginbotham
Murray Road Agency
843-410-2739 x104
david.higginbotham@murrayroadagency.com

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