Safariland ALS vs BLACKHAWK! Serpa

This review compares the construction, fit, and retention systems of the Safariland ALS and the BLACKHAWK! CQC Serpa holsters for Outside the Waistband carry.

• The Serpa is constructed from durable carbon fiber composite, while the ALS is made of SAFARILAMINATE thermal molded plastic.
• Due to differences in model size (e.g., G19/23 vs G17/22), selecting the specific corresponding form factor is recommended for optimal fit.
• The Serpa utilizes a positive locking retention system secured by a single latch, which is released by the index finger.
• Both holsters are described as having high build quality, though adding grip tape may initially cause fit issues that *wear away* over time.