Name: Protos Backers
Brand: Black Arch Holsters
Price: 44.95 USD
Availability: InStock

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Precision Molded for your Specific Firearm

Handedness

Right

Left

Backer Type

Protos Heritage

Single Clip Protos-M

Dual Clip Protos-M

OWB Protos-M

Fitment Notes

LEAVE A NOTE AT CHECKOUT STATING WHICH MAKE AND MODEL THE BACKER IS FOR. FOR DUAL CLIP PROTOS-M AND SINGLE CLIP PROTOS-M LEAVE A NOTE ON WHICH LEATHER COLOR YOU WOULD LIKE. (Protos Heritage and OWB Backers will ALWAYS come in black leather)

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Popular Upgrades

LEAVE A NOTE AT CHECKOUT STATING WHICH MAKE AND MODEL THE BACKER IS FOR. FOR DUAL CLIP PROTOS-M AND SINGLE CLIP PROTOS-M LEAVE A NOTE ON WHICH LEATHER COLOR YOU WOULD LIKE. (Protos Heritage and OWB Backers will ALWAYS come in black leather)

***Notice: this product is not a complete holster, just a leather backer for a Protos holster.***

Since our designs change over time, your shell may not fit on our latest backer models. To verify fitment prior to purchase, please email sales@blackarchholsters.com

Purchase the full Holster here.

The Protos-M modular Kydex shell is able to be moved between different backers, allowing for different configurations: a Single-Clip IWB, a Dual-Clip IWB, and an OWB. Each set of backers is designed for a specific gun in order to provide the best fit possible. As such, you will need to select both backer style and gun model.

Each Backer will come with the leather backer, custom sized for your appropriate gun, the mounting hardware needed to mount your shell to the gun and the base clips.

Base Clips

Protos Heritage - 2x Polymer Clips 1.75"

Single Clip Protos-M - 1x Griphook 1.5"

Dual Clip 2.0 Protos-M - 2x Polymer Clips 1.75"

OWB Protos-M - No clips.

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Protos-M 2.0

The Dri-Matrix 2.0 backer is something that you just might forget is there. Padded and breathable, the Protos-M’s Dri-Matrix 2.0 keeps you cool and comfortable in the hottest conditions. With adjustable ride height, customize your carry just the way you like it and carry with confidence.

Features

Dual Clip Protos-M® 2.0 for Sig Sauer P229 w/Railsss - Black Arch Holsters

Suppressor Height Sights

Suppressor sights of .50" for compatibility with taller iron sights!

Full Trigger Guard Coverage

All Black Arch Holsters offer full trigger guard coverage so you can carry without worry.

3/4 Shell

Our patented 3/4 Hybrid shell gives our Protos-M holsters all the benefits of a rigid holster with the comfort of a hybrid.

Adjustable cant and ride height

Added clip mounting holes for extra ride height and canting options.

Optic Cut

Most Protos-M holsters are optic cut. (Non optic holsters will state NON-OPTIC)

Additional Clip options

Compatible with the top metal and plastic clips currently on the market.

Dri-Matrix 2.0 Backer

Cushioned Breathable Dri-Matrix 2.0 backers wick moisture from your body for all-day comfort

Threaded Barrel Compatible

All Black Arch Holsters are Threaded Barrel Compatible.

Protos-M 2.0

Our flagship holster, the Protos-M, is the result of countless hours of design, prototyping and testing resulting in the best hybrid holster on the market today. Our patented ¾ hybrid shell gives the perfect blend of adjustable, repeatable and safe retention usually reserved for full Kydex holsters. With Kydex wrapping the trigger guard you never have to worry about the backer collapsing in on itself, making it safer than traditional hybrids.

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The Black Arch Entrada™ is the newest appendix-specific holster with an attached mag carrier from Black Arch Holsters. Designed from the ground up for maximum comfort, fit, and versatility.

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Protos Heritage

Designed with comfort and quality in mind, the Protos Heritage boasts a thin and comfortable full leather backer. Unlike our standard Protos-M backer, the backer on this model is even thinner, providing a remarkable level of comfort without compromising on durability. It molds to your body seamlessly, making it easy to carry your firearm throughout the day.

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Gradient Minimalist

The new Gradient Holster is revolutionizing the concealed carry world! Both the Gradient Minimalist and the Gradient Hybrid offer features that make concealed carrying more comfortable than ever. With our new design you are able to attach or detach all Gradient holsters from the full leather backer to find the perfect fit for any body type.

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Rev-Con™

The Rev-Con™ is a versatile full-kydex holster that allows for multiple carry positions. Inside the waistband, outside, appendix, strongside, left or right hand. This holster does it all. Having a holster like this is an essential for every-day-carry!

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Protos Backers

Fitment Notes

Popular Upgrades

Features

Suppressor Height Sights

Full Trigger Guard Coverage

3/4 Shell

Adjustable cant and ride height

Optic Cut

Additional Clip options

Dri-Matrix 2.0 Backer

Threaded Barrel Compatible

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