The present invention relates to a holster for an automatic pistol that loads and cocks the pistol as it is released from the holster. The holster is configured to allow the release of the pistol from the holster with one hand.

This invention is a semi-automatic pistol holster that allows the user to carry a pistol unloaded in normal circumstances. When in need, the user could single-handedly and quickly load the first round with the pistol still holstered. The user could then leave the loaded pistol in the holster discreetly as a pre-cautionary measure when entering into a potentially dangerous situation, or the user could immediately draw the pistol and pull the trigger to fire at target. The holster comprises two components: a holster body tailored to enclose a specific pistol model and block its front sight and slide; and a retention device that retains the pistol but also allows quick loading of the pistol while inside the holster. This invention offers an alternative holster with improved safety, flexibility, and secure retention to carry a pistol. It's also easy-to-use and simple to manufacture economically.

A multi-mode and/or multi-ammunition weapon is described, whereupon being removed from a stored position is always initially in a first mode that is intended to disable or stun a subject. If deadly force is required, the weapon is easily and quickly placed in a second mode that is deadly. When returned to the stored position, the weapon is automatically placed in the first mode. Different mechanisms for disabling and/or stunning a subject are also described. A mechanism is optionally included for recording sequences of attack modes and/or ammunition types fired to provide an un-alterable record of events when the weapon is fired.

A device implementable on a firearm includes a holster including a case with a void therein. The void is configured to accommodate the firearm such that the firearm is at least partially received in the void responsive to the firearm being holstered in the void. The case further includes at least one physical feature configured to engage with at least one portion of the firearm as the firearm is inserted into the void to be holstered such that the firearm is rendered inoperable while being holstered.

A device implementable on a firearm includes a holster including a case with a void therein. The void is configured to accommodate the firearm such that the firearm is at least partially received in the void responsive to the firearm being holstered in the void. The case further includes at least one physical feature configured to engage with at least one portion of the firearm as the firearm is inserted into the void to be holstered such that the firearm is rendered inoperable while being holstered.