BLACKHAWK! LEVEL 2 SERPA LIGHT BEARING FOR XIPHOS NT - Manual (Page 19)

Holster in an emergency, but should not be relied upon for weapon retention. Light Bearing Holsters are only
compatible with the Xiphos light.
NOTE: Do not attempt to holster a firearm backwards into a SERPA ® holster. The front sight on certain
model firearms can become lodged on the rail spring and immobilize the firearm.
4.2 Carrying a Firearm in Your SERPA ® Holster
WARNING!: No holster can completely secure a weapon from unauthorized removal or falling out during
certain physical activities. It is your responsibility to receive training in, follow and regularly practice
proper weapon retention techniques and safety precautions at all times during use. Secure firearm in
holster with your hand during physical activity such as jumping, crawling, falling, climbing, running or
tumbling. Always ensure retention device(s) is/are engaged before engaging in such physical activity.
• Always carry firearms in the “safe” position. This means engaging any external safety selector in the safe
mode and de-cocking any external hammers.
• Never carry any gun with a round in the chamber or in a cocked position unless you are trained to do so and
the gun is designed to be carried this way
• If your firearm is not equipped with an external safety selector, do not attempt to carry a firearm with a
cartridge in the chamber unless you are specifically trained by a qualified instructor in holstering, carrying
and drawing firearms in this manner and have a need to carry in this manner.
• The SERPA ® holster is uniquely designed to allow for carrying a firearm with the slide locked back during
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