DCC HIGH LEVEL RETENTION (HLR) MOD4 IWB CLIP

DCC High Level Retention (HLR) Mod 4 -Single or Dual Clips

The HLR Mod4 metal clips are used for securing concealed carry holsters, knife sheaths, and other tactical gear. They are made of a proprietary steel alloy and are known for their exceptional strength and secure retention. 

Key Features and Benefits

  • Secure Retention: The clips feature an aggressive "under hook" design and strong clamping force to ensure the attached gear stays securely in place on a belt or waistband, even without a belt on certain clothing types.
  • Low Profile: Made from a thin spring steel, the HLR clips provide a minimal profile, which reduces printing (visibility) under clothing for enhanced concealment.
  • Durability: Unlike many plastic or polymer clips that can become brittle or lose tension over time, these metal clips are noted for their long lifespan and consistent performance.
  • It might be referred to as a "clip" in simple terms, but HLR Gear Clips® are actually world class high technology flat springs that yield the longest open and close cycle life in the world.
  • HLR Gear Clips® have THE highest clamping force in the industry, even at the minimalist thickness of .025" and width of .624". They are always squeezing and always working.
  • Made from proprietary 10XX steel alloy purpose built specifically for this application and proprietrary process to increase strength and ductility.
  • From cold rolling to deburring, all metal manipulation processes for the entire HLR Gear Clip® line are done in-house giving our experienced team full control of all manufacturing processes.
  • 100% inspection rate. Every single HLR Gear Clip® that leaves the facility has been cycle tested and has passed multi-point final part inspection process.
  • Provides rock solid retention, whether worn over a belt, behind a belt so it cannot be seen or as a standalone attached to clothing or other gear.
  • All of DCC products work without a belt.
  • Underhook design has a built in progressive strain relief. In the event it sees a large amount of force, this strain relief allows it to gradually bend while continuing to hold and buy you time instead of just hitting its limit and breaking.
  • Streamlined design and geometry to remove failure points while increasing the overall strength of the clip.
  • Smallest possible footprint to eliminate extra bulk and snag points.
  • Stays where you put it. Whether it’s a force on force/combatives training environment or out on the street in a real world scenario, HLR Gear Clips® provide high clamping force and rock solid active retention.
  • Peace of mind. Whether running, jumping, climbing, swimming, rolling around on the ground or just doing yard work, both with and without a belt, HLR Gear Clips® keep your equipment in locked place during all of your day to day activities. They are always squeezing and always working. Where you put it is where it stays.
  • Extremely low profile. No extra bulk compared to other plastic or metal clips that rely on extra mass and thickness for strength. HLR Gear Clips® sit flat against the body and keep the silhouette of what is under your cover garment unobtrusive and out of sight.

Pros – The HLR clip offers the highest level of performance with a compact, highly secure design that supports shirt tucking for maximum concealment.

Cons – While the HLR clip offers exceptional security, it does require a small learning curve. That added security means slightly more effort when putting on or removing the holster. With minimal practice, the HLR is only a second or two slower to don or remove compared to the Monoblock.

Single Clip vs Dual Clips - For holsters designed for compact firearms, a single HLR clip can be used. By offsetting the clip’s placement, the weight of the magazine can be balanced to minimize canting or sagging. For heavier or full-size firearms, however, the use of dual HLR clips is strongly recommended. In dual-clip configurations, canting and sagging are effectively eliminated—even with heavy, full-size firearms such as double-stack, metal-frame 2011s. Reducing or eliminating firearm sag is critical to maintaining proper grip clearance between the firearm and belt, ensuring a consistent and reliable grip.