JANUARY 2003 - Introducing the Bianchi SL 3.2.1™ SpeedLok™ Retention Holster, a new concept redefining retention and security police duty holster. Featuring an innovative SpeedLok™ mechanism, this holster allows an officer to holster the weapon, and have a level of "automatic" retention unheard of before. The SpeedLok's exclusive "Auto Retention™" system secures automatically, preventing weapon fallout or take away attempts.
"The Auto Retention™ system addresses the problem of time consuming holstering during stressful duty conditions. In many cases, the ability to secure the firearm is more important than quickly drawing the firearm," says Mike Shire, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Bianchi International. "Our SpeedLok™ system provides a quick, simple and secure retention solution which is perfect for law enforcement needs."

With the new SL 3.2.1™ holster design, drawing is quick, efficient and on a single-plane of movement. When the weapon is holstered, the Auto Retention™ system becomes activated. "Auto Retention™" is SpeedLok's ability to automatically secure the weapon without intentionally engaging any secondary snaps, bails or other devices. The duty weapon can be twisted and pulled in any direction but the weapon an not be removed from the holster until the SpeedLok™ mechanism is deactivated. To deactivate, simply release the SpeedLok™ lever with the thumb and draw. Its that easy. An additional feature of the SL 3.2.1™ is the new ErgoTek™ ergonomic cushioning system that is built into the injection-molded belt loop of the holster. This patent pending, integral, closed-cell foam pad greatly enhances carrying comfort for all-day wear.

The SL 3.2.1™ is offered in AccuMold® ballistic weave (Model 7130), and in Bianchi's patent pending AccuMold® Elite™, plain, basket weave or hi-gloss (Model 7930). The SL 3.2.1™ will be available in fits for all popular law enforcement weapons on the market.

Suggested retail is as follows:
Model 7130 SL 3.2.1™ SpeedLok™ AccuMold®
Model 7930 SL 3.2.1™ SpeedLok™ AccuMold® Elite