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CPSC, Michaels of Oregon Announce Recall of Handgun Holsters

Recall 05-175 · May 17, 2005 · Michaels

What to doConsumers who have purchased a Kydex Holster with a Thumb break for a Glock Handgun should stop using it immediately and contact Michaels of Oregon for a replacement retention strap free of charge.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
05-175 (CPSC)
Recall date
May 17, 2005
Brand
Michaels
Category
Sports, bikes and outdoor
Products
Kydex Belt Holsters for Glock model handguns
Units
About 8,000
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
October 7, 2024

What was recalled

The recall includes Kydex Belt and Tactical Holsters with thumb break fits for Glock model handguns. The holsters are rigid and are made of black Kydex and come with tension screws for a proper fit. The words, "Uncle Mike's by Michaels of Oregon" are printed on the back of the holster. The recall involves sizes 12, 21, and 25, which is printed on the inside of the holster between the two screws securing the holster to the belt slide.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Kydex Belt Holsters for Glock model handguns · About 8,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Uncle Mike's and Uncle Mike's Law Enforcement catalogs and at sporting goods stores and gun supply stores nationwide, from January 2002 through October 2002, for between $25 and $50.; Michaels of Oregon, of Oregon City, Ore..

Injuries or incidents reported

The firm has received three reports of unexpected discharges. In one incident, a law enforcement officer was shot in the leg while reholstering his firearm.

Consumer contact

Call Michaels of Oregon at (800) 471-4999 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.michaelsoforegon.com

Recall history and context

Michaels appears in 9 CPSC recalls on record. See all Michaels recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Kydex Belt Holsters for Glock model handguns (About 8,000 units). The recall includes Kydex Belt and Tactical Holsters with thumb break fits for Glock model handguns.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers who have purchased a Kydex Holster with a Thumb break for a Glock Handgun should stop using it immediately and contact Michaels of Oregon for a replacement retention strap free of charge.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on October 7, 2024. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.