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AKW KT AKELA (Weapon light compatible / OWB only) is a single sheet holster design. This gives you a minimalist and lightweight holster. This holster features the KT Universal bolt pattern which allows you to use Blackhawk, Blade-Tech, G-Code RTI Hangers, and Safariland belt attachments. Dual adjustment screws allow you to independently adjust the muzzle and frame retention strength.
NOTICE regarding fitment: The holster will be built with the specifications you’ve selected or stated on the order. Although most modern handguns and weapon light models are dimensionally the same, they may slightly vary from one sample to another. For example, the Glock Gen5 will typically have the thicker slide width, but some samples of the Gen5 are narrower. This shouldn’t cause any issues with most holsters. However, if you add a compact weapon light such as a TLR-7 (TLR-7A), the slide thickness will start to matter. If your Glock Gen5 has the narrower slide and the holster is built with a Glock Gen5 with a thicker slide, then the holster will feel loose. If you have this issue, just let us know. You can send back the holster and we can adjust it for the narrower slide, free of charge.
NOTICE on “off-label” holster orders: “Off-label” holsters are holsters ordered for one handgun model or weapon light model but are intended to be used for a different handgun model or weapon light model. For example, if you order a holster for a Glock 17 but you are planning to use the holster for a Shadow Systems DR920 handgun. Although the DR920 and G17 look similar, they may not fit in the same holster. The holster ordered is an “off-label,” therefore we can’t guarantee a good fit. This also applies to weapon light models if you have a different weapon light model from what the holster is built for, or if you order a weapon light compatible holster but you’re not using a weapon light. The holster will not be 100% refundable as stated on the Terms on this website. If you have questions, please contact us before placing an order.
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Terms & Purchase Agreement: Your purchase of goods and/or services is subject to the Terms stated on this website linked at the botton of this page. |
H&K USP requires a rail adapter to attach a weapon light. The Streamlight TLR-3 and TLR-4 will need the USP rail adapter that comes from Streamlight TLR-3 or TLR-4. All other weapon light models will require the GG&G rail adapter. If you’re using a different rail adapter, let us know. We may be able to use a different rail adapter for the holster build if you can send in your rail adapter.
H&K Mk23 requires a rail adapter to attach a weapon light. We have both the LOBOS rail adapter and the GG&G rail adapter for the Mk23 available. If you don’t specify which rail adapter you’re using, we will build the holster using the GG&G by default. If you’re using a different rail adapter, let us know. We may be able to use a different rail adapter for the holster build if you can send in your rail adapter.
NOTICE - Weapon light model:
Since we guarantee the fitment of our holsters, we can only offer to build with the Weapon Light models that are conducive for KYDEX holster use.
Some weapon light models are listed as “send in only.” Please email us pictures of both sides of your handgun with the weapon light attached before placing a “send in only” order. We will provide you with the a REF# and shipping instructions after you place your order.
If you choose to send in your weapon light, you assume all risks and losses. Please read the Terms & Purchase Agreement linked here, specifically topic #3.3, before making a purchase.
If you have a Olight PL-Mini ver2, or Olight BALDR-Mini, these weapon light models will not work and the holster will not be 100% refundable as stated on the TERMS on this website. If it’s not listed as a compatible weapon light model then it is not an available option, sorry.
Please be aware that “not” all weapon light and handgun combinations are compatible with each other. For example, the Sig P365 X-Macro is not compatible with full size weapon lights because of its shorter rail section. If you have any questions, please contact us, we’re always happy to help.
Modifications (MODS):
We can accommodate most peculiar and/or aftermarket features. Some features may not be compatible and some parts require extra work and would incur a modification fee, such as Compensator housing*, Red Dot Sights or Optics (RDS) housing**, etc. Please email us pictures of both side of your handgun setup before placing an order if you would like us to check for you. contact@kt-mech.com
In most cases, we can build any of our holsters with clearance for high sights, ext mag rel, ext slide stop, threaded barrel, and/or a red dot sight (optics cut) at no extra charge. Just add a comment with your holster order and email us pictures of your handgun setup (both sides) after you place your order. contact@kt-mech.com
*Compensators can be accommodated in the holster as long as the compensator is the same width/height or lesser than your slide’s profile; otherwise, the compensator will act like an anchor in the holster.
Box Compensator Housing Mod: 
**The RDS housing is available for compact and low mounted RDS setups. Some RDS setups might be too large or too tall. We ask for picture of the actual handgun, not from the internet, so that we can check and make an accurate determination.
RDS Housing Mod:
OPTION GUIDE:
OWB Quick Clamp 2.25 standard belt - The Quick Clamp is a locking clamp design so you don’t have to undo your belt. The standard belt option will allow up to a 2.25in wide belt with standard thickness (i.e. nylon or leather). The Quick Clamp has one adjustable block to adjust for width and a fixed block that will clamp down on the belt to minimize movement.
OWB Quick Clamp 2.25 duty belt - The duty belt option will allow for a thicker belt such as a duty or multilayer competition belt. If the duty version is too loose on your belt, you may need the standard size Quick Clamp.
OWB Standard Loop up to 1.5in - This is a closed loop belt attachment that will allow up to a 1.5in wide and up to a 3/8in thick belt.
OWB Drop Plate up to 2in and some 2.25in belts - Mid height drop for a more comfortable draw. The large surface minimizes pressure points for all day extended use.
OWB Drop Plate + Tan Nylon strap - This option adds the stability of a Tan Nylon thigh strap.
OWB Drop Plate + Black Nylon strap - This option adds the stability of a Black Nylon thigh strap.
OWB Drop Plate + Tan Elastic strap - This option adds the stability of a Tan Elastic thigh strap.
OWB Paddle - Wide surface area for better weight distribution. The OWB Paddle can also be adjusted for forward or back cant.
no belt attachment - If you don’t need a belt attachment, this option will not include any. This holster features the KT Universal bolt pattern which allows you to use Blackhawk, Blade-Tech, G-Code RTI Hangers, and Safariland belt attachments. |
SIDE OF CARRY
Right handed – The holster will be built for a Right handed shooter with the holster carried on the Right side.
Left handed - The holster will be built for a Left handed shooter with the holster carried on the Left side.
HANDGUN MODEL
Choose the handgun model that the holster is for. If you’re not sure which model or variant you have, please email us pictures of both sides of your handgun setup and we’ll check.
HOLSTER COLOR
You can select the basic colors from this menu; or you can choose the “custom color addon” option if you’d like to get custom colors or fabric wraps. We do accept send in materials, just send us an email for more details. contact@kt-mech.com
You'll find the readily available custom colors and wraps on the right side of this page. Choose what you'd like and add it to the shopping cart with your holster order, and we'll put them all together for you.
FINISH
Standard muzzle - This option is the standard muzzle profile. Muzzle is flat with a chamfer on one corner.
Rounded muzzle - This option will give the holster a radius or rounded corners at the muzzle end. This may help reduce wear on your vehicles upholstery if you have to wear the holster while seated.
WEAPON LIGHT MODEL
Select your weapon light model from this menu. Please make sure that you choose the correct model. For example, the Surefire X300 is not the same as the X300U (ultra) or X300T (turbo).
COMMENTS
This section allows you to add comments in regards to your holster order. Let us know if you need clearance for High sights, Threaded barrel, RDS, Ext mag rel, Ext slide stop, etc. You can add text to the comments section here or you can email us after you place your order.
Adding a comment or request for modification in the comment section does not guarantee that your request can be accommodated. If you’re not sure, contact us before placing an order. |
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Mircofiber Suede Liner Service: |
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The Microfiber Suede Liner Service will add a liner to your holster. With having the ultra premium Microfiber Suede as an inside liner, this will help minimize wear on your handgun’s finish. The liner will take the majority of the wear instead of your handgun’s finish.
The option for an outside wrap is also available. With the outside wrap option, the liner will be applied to the outside of your holster. With the KT AKELA and Mk360 Wild Weasel holsters, the wrap will cover the whole outside of the holster. With the KT Gunfighter and KT Defender holster, the wrap will be applied to the front face or out facing side of the holster.
This service is available for new holster builds only. We apply the liner using our proprietary bonding process during production, so this cannot be added to existing holsters. |
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Optional / Additional Part
These optional / additional parts are sold separately. You can add them to the shopping cart with your holster order or order the parts by themselves. |
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| Quick Clamp 2.25 standard belt |
| Quick Clamp 2.25 duty belt |
| Standard Loop up to 1.5in |
| Drop Plate up to 2in |
| Drop Plate + Tan Nylon strap |
| Drop Plate + Black Nylon strap |
| Drop Plate + Tan Elastic strap |
| Tan Nylon thigh strap (works w/ OWB Drop Plate or Safariland UBL) |
| Black Nylon thigh strap (works w/ OWB Drop Plate or Safariland UBL) |
| Tan Elastic thigh strap (works w/ OWB Drop Plate or Safariland UBL) |
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Optional / Additional Part
These optional / additional parts are sold separately. You can add them to the shopping cart with your holster order or order the parts by themselves. |
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| Paddle |
| G-Code RTI Hanger 39 |
| Safariland QLS Fork+Receiver |
| Safariland QLS Fork only |
| Generic QLS Fork+Receiver |
| Fasteners Adjust. Retention 1set |
| Fasteners Adjust. Retention 2sets |
| Fasteners Belt Attachment 3sets |
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