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BLACKHAWK TecGrip FormLok IWB Holster Size 05 — Black

UPC: 648018012570

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Description

The BLACKHAWK TecGrip FormLok is a genuinely different approach to inside-the-waistband carry. Instead of buying a holster and hoping it fits your gun, you mold this one to match your exact firearm. Size 05 is built for micro-compact pistols like the Glock 26, 43, 43X, Ruger LC9/EC9, Springfield Hellcat, and S&W Shield/Shield Plus models.

How the TecGrip FormLok Molding Works

The molding process is simple enough that anyone can do it at home. Drop the holster into the included dunk bag and heat it in water to about 155-175 degrees Fahrenheit for a few minutes. Once the Memory-Lok core softens, slide your unloaded gun into the holster and use the included sight channel tool to shape it around your firearm's profile. As it cools, the thermoformable plastic sets to your gun's specific contours. If you want to remold it for a different gun later, just repeat the process.

Layered Construction for Carry Confidence

What makes this holster work is how all the pieces stack up. Starting from the outside, there's a tacky TecGrip layer that grips your skin and clothing without needing a belt clip or wing attachment. Underneath that sits a high-density closed-cell foam that cushions your gun throughout the day. The middle layer contains the Memory-Lok thermoformable plastic that creates your custom fit and passive retention. Finally, the interior is lined with friction-resistant 600 denier polyester that lets your gun draw smoothly while protecting its finish.

Practical Features for Daily Carry

This is fully ambidextrous, so it works equally well for lefties and righties. The low-profile shirt guard keeps your cover garment from shifting during daily movement, and the low-cut sight channel is already optimized for mounted red dot optics if you run one. The holster isn't designed for weapon lights, though Blackhawk did leave a little space in front of the trigger guard if you want to add a small laser.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: BLACKHAWK
  • Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 40LP05BK
  • UPC/EAN: 648018012570
  • Product Type: Inside Waistband (IWB) Holster
  • Holster Size: 05 (Micro Compact Auto)
  • Compatible Firearms: Glock 26/43/43X, Ruger LC9/EC9, Springfield Hellcat, S&W Shield/Shield Plus 9/40
  • Design Type: Ambidextrous
  • Retention Type: Passive (Friction/Memory-Lok)
  • Carry Method: No-clip (Friction-based)
  • Core Material: Memory-Lok Thermoformable Plastic
  • Exterior Layer: TecGrip Tacky Material
  • Padding Material: High-density Closed-cell Foam
  • Interior Liner: 600 Denier Friction-resistant Polyester
  • Holster Construction: Nylon
  • Sight Compatibility: Low-cut sight channel optimized for RDS optics
  • Length: 10.8 inches
  • Color: Black

What’s Included

  • BLACKHAWK TecGrip FormLok Size 05 IWB Holster
  • T-handle molding tool
  • Heavy-mil prep/dunk bag for heating during molding

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I mold the TecGrip FormLok holster to my gun?

The molding process is straightforward. Place the holster in the included dunk bag and submerge it in water heated to 155-175 degrees Fahrenheit for about 5 minutes. Remove it carefully, insert your unloaded firearm, and use the included sight channel tool to shape the holster around your gun's profile. Press and mold around the trigger guard, ejection port, and other features while the material is still warm. Let it cool completely and you're done. If you need to remold it for a different gun later, just repeat the process.

Will the TecGrip FormLok work with mounted optics?

Yes. The sight channel is low-cut and specifically optimized for mounted red dot sights, so you can run most RDS optics without issues. However, the holster isn't designed to be light-bearing, meaning larger weapon lights won't fit. Blackhawk did leave minimal clearance space in front of the trigger guard that might accommodate a small laser or compact light, but this should be tested during molding before relying on it.

Can I use the same holster for multiple guns?

Yes, that's one of the big advantages. You can remold the FormLok for different firearms as many times as you want. Just reheat it in the dunk bag and reshape it around your next gun. This makes it great if you rotate between different pistols or want one versatile holster instead of buying multiples for each gun you own.

How secure is the no-clip carry system?

The TecGrip exterior layer is tacky material designed to grip your skin and clothing directly, so the holster clings to your waistband without needing a belt clip. That said, this style of carry works best with a properly fitted belt and snug waistband. You'll want to avoid vigorous movement when the holster is first worn, and some users find they need to adjust position occasionally throughout the day depending on their level of activity and clothing fit.

Additional information

UPC

648018012570

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

40LP05BK

Color

Black

Length

10.8000

Mount Type

Waistband

Product Type

INSIDE WAIST BAND HOLSTER

Shipping Weight

0.445

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