I have been moving to Safariland's ALS holsters for many of my social pistols, I like the security and ease of draw....considering the security.

I just received one for my BHP and it's quite obvious they do not expect someone to carry a modified High Power.

Not sure if the same for a 1911 has this issue but the thumb release hits the extended thumb safety...which is really cool if I was doing trick fast draw shots but not so cool in the real world.

Looks like they designed it for the OEM safety.

Not sure if I am sending it back or not but I can't see carrying it like that.

I have a Kramer IWB #3 that I used for my HP.
Leather not kydex and no retention feature. Works for me firmly gripping the pistol.

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Originally posted by bald1:
I have a Kramer IWB #3 that I used for my HP.
Leather not kydex and no retention feature. Works for me firmly gripping the pistol.

Nice, I have others that are leather but wanted to try the ALS.

Love Kramers....have one for my P228 and if a holster could be called bullet proof it would be that Kramer.

Nice holster and nicely worn

I was surprised to see a fit code in the ALS concealment gear for the BHP (76). I cannot imagine there are many requests for this fit. It is disappointing that the ALS interferes with the safety. Years ago, I occasionally carried my Yost customized BHP on duty in a 6280.

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Originally posted by DaBigBR:
I was surprised to see a fit code in the ALS concealment gear for the BHP (76). I cannot imagine there are many requests for this fit.

Probably due to the number of military forces that use the Hi Power, or did until just recently.

Ugh, that sucks but I’ve seen a similar issue on an otherwise great holster and how it interacted with a certain 1911 I had at the time. I’ve not tried the ALS but believe I do feel your pain.

I recently had a Novak’s BHP and had good success with a Milt Sparks Summer Special IWB holster but, of course, that’s a different style than what you may be after.

You might look at G-Code Holsters. They have a retention system option that might clear the safety.