My S&W 952 for steel challenge, I have questions.

[OH25shooter]

With USPSA winding down I want to try the steel challenge next year. I'll use my S&W 952. Am I correct in understanding it would be in the 'enhanced service pistol' division, since it is SAO? I assume I need a holster, but no mag holders, correct? I've noticed some posts indicate a good holster for that model is the Safariland 560. I checked their site and found NO holster for the 952. Any suggestions would be most helpful, since I've decided to use the 952 for steel challenge competition only.

 

[Jim Watson]

Not one of my games, but since SCSA does recognize IDPA Divisions, and M952 being a single action auto of other than .45 ACP caliber, you would indeed fall under Enhanced Service Pistol.

I have a Safariland 560 holster, it has two side adjustments and one back edge adjustment that positions a roller against the dust cover. Mine is the 4.5" model and it has enough adjustment that I have used it with CZ75 and P210 with good retention. Get the one listed for 5" autos and it would likely adjust to your 952.

Otherwise, Blade-Tech will make a Sting Ray holster for S&W M952.
http://www.blade-tech.com/SRB-Sting-Ray-Belt-Holster-IDPA-Approved-pr-939.html

 

[Bob Hostetter]

You will be able to compete in Open, Limited, or IDPA ESP Divisions with the S&W 952. While the Safariland holster will work the Blade Tech would probably be a better choice because it should be a little faster on the draw and the Steel Challenge require's a fast draw to be competitive. You don't need magazines pouches but they are helpful. Otherwise you will be reloading with your shooting bag between strings which slows things down a little.

 

[OH25shooter]

Thanks guys. Regarding the Safariland holster 560, I called and it was replaced with the 568 and the maker has no holster designed for the S&W 952.

 

[Flexmoney]

Where are you shooting Steel Challenge in Ohio? Circleville?

(952...hmmm, is this Skip?)

The divisions at the Circleville match are:

- Stock Auto (non open guns)
- Open Auto (red dots or comps/port)

- Stock Revolver
- Open Revolver

- .22 rimfire
- .22 rimfire Open

- and, recently Pistol Caliber Carbine

 

[OH25shooter]

Yes, Kyle it's me. Actually, I'm having a problem with my 952. In fact, I'm waiting for it to be returned from S&W. I'll PM you with the facts.