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Why the Shield, Shield Plus, Shield EZ and Shield X Need Different Holsters Smith & Wesson has used the Shield name on several pistols that are not the same firearm and should not automatically be treated as holster-compatible. The original M&P Shield, Shield M2.0, Shield .45, Shield Plus, Shield EZ and Shield X are all part of the larger Smith & Wesson concealed-carry family, but the …

Not every armed professional works from a uniformed duty belt. Plainclothes law enforcement officers, government agents, investigators, executive protection personnel and armed security professionals may carry a firearm throughout the workday while needing to keep it discreetly concealed. Their equipment requirements are different from those of both a uniformed officer wearing a traditional duty h …

This article explains how compensated and ported pistols can affect holster fit, including how changes to slide length, muzzle geometry, weapon lights, optics, and overall firearm dimensions can determine compatibility. It also explains why similar dimensions or model names don't guarantee the same holster fit and how Dara verifies compatibility through physical firearm testing. Compensated & …

Do All 2011 Pistols Fit the Same Holster? No. A pistol being described as a 2011 does not mean it will fit a holster made for another 2011. This is one of the most common misconceptions we see when customers shop for a 2011 holster. A customer will call in or email us asking if _____ model will fit a Staccato holster because they are both 2011's. Two pistols may use the same general operating syst …