I have been shooting IPSC competitively since 1990, I was one of the few guys that started using the CR speed holsters when they where launched. I have used all the different models of the CR speed from the Original Model “A” up to the current version Model WSM II “World Shoot Model 2”.
I have used different type of handguns in the holsters from Para Ordnance, STI, Star 30M, Vektor Ultra Sport, Star BM, Berretta 92, Tanfoglio Gold Custom as well as Colt 1911A.
All these handguns have different trigger setups as well as different trigger guards. I have not been able to replicate the incident as described using any of CR speed holsters that I own.
Lets first look at the locking mechanism: The locking mechanism on the CR Speed is designed as an easy “flick on flick off locking system” so even when we do get a bit of brain fade on the range and the holster is setup correctly, you will still be able to draw the handgun thru locking system. This is how the holster was designed.
Every single CR Speed holster comes equipped with additional spacers as well as trigger clips to ensure that the holster can be setup correctly for the type of handgun that is being used. If the instructions that is provided in the box is followed and the holster is correctly setup for the handgun that is being used it will be very nearly imposable to discharge the handgun in the holster without either twisting or tilting the handgun at extreme angles.
On reading the post of “Xre” I have tried to duplicate the scenario but up to now have not been able to do so.
What I would like to inquirer is, what is the current setup of the holster as well as have any modifications been done to the holster? This is before the incident.
First rule of safety in the draw “Do not Disengage the safety” of the handgun while the handgun is still in the holster. I personally only disengage the safety once my hands meet up in front of my body for freestyle and or on strong hand when the handgun is pointing down range.
DVC Guys,
Enjoy the shooting.
