CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The holster's retention strap can move out of position and could cause a handgun to unexpectedly discharge while being reholstered, posing a serious injury risk to consumers.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • May 17, 2005

CPSC, Michaels of Oregon Announce Recall of Handgun Holsters

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.

Required Consumer Action

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.

Contact Information

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 Details

Sold At
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.
Injuries
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.
Manufacturer
Michaels of Oregon, of Oregon City, Ore.
Recall Number
05175

Product Information

Product Name
Kydex Belt Holsters for Glock model handguns
Product Type
Gun Accessories
Number of Units
About 8,000
Manufacturer Name
Michaels of Oregon, of Oregon City, Ore.
Manufactured In
United States

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Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (800) 471-4999
Website www.michaelsoforegon.com
Full Contact Information

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