USMC adopts Serpa Holsters. Why?

So the USMC has adopted the Serpa Holster.

I have no problem with the idea from a safety standpoint like some of the detractors.  What I have an issue with is the actual utility of the thing.

Its not a safety issue.  No its a protection issue, a running, crawling, moving through the bush, banging against walls jumping through windows kinda issue.

The Serpa doesn't protect your firearm, it won't keep a tender thing like the Beretta protected and when you're down to a side arm then you're in a bad place.

Marine Corps procurement gone wrong exhibit one.  Buying the Serpa Holster.

Yep, the ole' M12 ain't stylish, cutting edge etc...but what it is is a tool thats designed to protect another tool.  It passes the eyeball test for Shock Troops...not barbie dolls playing dress up.