08/26/2026
Not every range setup needs the same level of retention.
That’s exactly why we build the ARES in both Open-Top and Duty Level 2 configurations.
The ARES Open-Top is built for shooters who prioritize fast, clean access to the firearm. Think competition, training, range use, and shooters like IDPA competitors where speed matters and active retention may not be the primary concern.
The ARES Duty Level 2 takes that same multi-mount OWB platform and adds an active Speedlock Hood for another layer of security. When you’re running, moving, training hard, working from a battle belt, or simply want more confidence that your sidearm is staying where it belongs, Level 2 retention starts to make a lot more sense. The hood is designed to drive forward when the release is activated during a natural draw stroke and master grip.
Both ARES configurations can be set up with G-CODE RTI mounting hardware, Safariland QLS hardware, or direct-mounted to a UBL Mid-Ride depending on how you build your belt setup. They also come optics-ready, suppressor-sight compatible, and open-bottom for threaded barrels.
So which one fits your setup?
Open-Top for speed and simplicity. -or- Duty Level 2 when added security matters.
Your gear should match the way you actually use it.
Build an ARES for your firearm, your equipment, and your mission at AlphaOmegaKustoms.com.
If we won’t wear it, we won’t build it.