Light bearing OWB Paddle Holster

Light-Bearing OWB Paddle Holster

The Dara Light-Bearing OWB Paddle Holster is designed for shooters who want a secure, firearm-specific outside-the-waistband holster that can be put on and removed without taking off the belt. Each holster is built around the selected handgun and weapon-mounted light combination, providing proper fit, adjustable retention and the convenience of an easy on/off paddle attachment.

This holster is a practical option for everyday OWB carry, range use and anyone who regularly needs to remove and reinstall their holster throughout the day.

Easy On, Easy Off Paddle Attachment

Unlike OWB belt-loop attachments that require the belt to be removed, the Dara Paddle allows the complete holster to be installed or removed while the belt stays in place.

Our paddle is intentionally smaller than many traditional industry-standard paddle attachments. Dara designed the attachment with a compact profile that allows the holster to ride tighter to the belt and closer to the body rather than using an oversized paddle behind the belt.

The paddle is designed for 1.5" to 1.75" EDC belts and provides a secure interface between the holster, belt and body while maintaining the quick-removal advantage of a paddle holster.

Built for Your Firearm and Weapon Light

A light-bearing holster is dependent on both the handgun and the weapon-mounted light. Each Dara Light-Bearing Paddle Holster is manufactured for the selected firearm and supported weapon-light combination rather than using a universal shell intended to accommodate multiple unrelated setups.

This firearm- and light-specific construction allows us to control fit and retention around the actual configuration the holster is designed to carry.

Adjustable Retention

The Light-Bearing Paddle Holster includes adjustable retention, allowing the user to increase or decrease draw resistance based on personal preference.

Because the weapon-mounted light is an important part of the retention geometry in a light-bearing holster, always select the exact firearm and light combination you intend to carry when ordering.

Optics Ready With a Taller Sight Channel

Every Dara Light-Bearing OWB Paddle Holster is optics ready and designed to accommodate most common slide-mounted red-dot sights.

The holster also features a taller sight channel accommodating sights up to .5" tall, providing clearance for many suppressor-height and co-witness sight configurations.

For firearms using an optic positioned farther forward on the slide, such as certain Trijicon SRO or RMR HD configurations, select the appropriate deeper optic cut when available.

Dara Proprietary Attachment Pattern

Although this holster comes standard with the Dara Paddle Attachment only, the holster body retains Dara's proprietary attachment hole pattern.

That means the paddle does not permanently limit the holster to a single mounting configuration. The holster body remains compatible with applicable Dara OWB attachments and mounting systems that use our attachment pattern.

Want to use a third-party mounting system? Dara's proprietary hole pattern is not designed to directly mount to most third-party attachments. Use The Bridge™ Adapter to connect compatible Dara holsters with supported third-party attachment systems.

Why Choose a Light-Bearing Paddle Holster?

A paddle holster makes the most sense when easy installation and removal are priorities. It provides the benefits of an OWB light-bearing holster without requiring the user to thread the attachment onto the belt every time the holster is installed.

This makes it particularly useful for shooters who:

• Want an easy on/off OWB holster
• Carry a handgun equipped with a weapon-mounted light
• Regularly remove their holster throughout the day
• Want a closer-riding paddle design
• Use their holster for everyday carry or range use
• Want adjustable retention
• Carry an optic-equipped handgun
• Want the ability to use other Dara attachments later

Light-Bearing Paddle Holster Features

• Easy on/off paddle attachment without removing your belt
• Firearm- and weapon-light-specific fit
• Adjustable retention
• Optics ready for most common slide-mounted red-dot sights
• Tall sight channel accommodating sights up to .5" tall
• Compact Dara Paddle designed to keep the holster tighter to the belt and body
• Fits 1.5" to 1.75" EDC belts
• Dara proprietary attachment pattern for compatibility with applicable Dara mounting options
• Third-party attachment compatibility available through The Bridge™ Adapter
• Made in the USA

Pair It With a Quality EDC Belt

A stable OWB setup starts with the belt. The Dara Paddle is designed for 1.5" to 1.75" EDC belts, allowing the attachment to maintain a close, secure interface with the belt and body.

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Who Is This Holster For?

The Light-Bearing OWB Paddle Holster is best suited for someone looking for a light-bearing OWB holster that is quick to put on and remove. It combines firearm-specific fit, adjustable retention, optics and tall-sight compatibility with a compact paddle attachment designed to keep the holster close to the body.

If you prefer a more permanent belt-mounted setup or need a different mounting configuration, consider one of Dara's other OWB attachment options. If you already use a compatible third-party mounting system, The Bridge™ can provide the connection between the Dara proprietary mounting pattern and supported third-party hardware.

Don't forget to check out our OWB Mag Carriers, as well as our IWB Holsters to get the most out of concealed carry.