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SKU: DSG11Z
The DeSantis CEO for Glock 17 Right-Hand shoulder holster is a leather-based carry system purpose-built for law enforcement, security professionals, and armed citizens requiring secure, comfortable all-day concealment under jackets or tactical gear. The Model 11Z accommodates the full-size Glock 17 and compatible frames, delivering the balance of retention, accessibility, and weight distribution that shoulder carry demands.
Constructed from durable leather, this shoulder holster distributes firearm weight across the torso rather than concentrating it at the waistband—a significant ergonomic advantage during extended patrol shifts, plainclothes work, or when baseline carry gear is already burdened. The right-hand configuration positions the grip forward and accessible from a draw angle that functions under seated, standing, and transitional postures common in vehicle-based operations, surveillance details, and field work. The 6 x 2 x 8-inch form factor accommodates the Glock 17's 4.5-inch slide while maintaining a compact profile suitable for layered concealment.
Shoulder carry appeals specifically to operators in plainclothes assignments, federal/state investigators, private security working extended hours, and armed citizens prioritizing cross-draw compatibility during seated operation or when waistband carry conflicts with existing load-bearing equipment. The Glock 17, chambered in 9mm with its 17-round standard capacity, pairs effectively with this carry platform for roles where magazine capacity and controllable recoil support sustained-fire scenarios. DeSantis Gunhide holsters have served professional operators across enforcement and military contexts, earning consistent adoption where leather durability and proven retention mechanics matter operationally.
Shoulder holsters remain a specialized category distinct from waistband IWB or OWB systems; they excel in environments—detective bureaus, undercover operations, or outdoor extended-duty scenarios—where weight distribution and concealment under structured outerwear justify the trade-offs in draw speed and reholstering accessibility. The CEO model represents DeSantis's purpose-designed entry in this niche, balancing leather craftsmanship with the functional geometry required for Glock platform carriers seeking alternative carry modes.
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