How to Holster Your Weapon | The Precinct Guide
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If you're tired of looking like you’re about to start a gunfight at a bakery, here’s how to holster your weapon in The Precinct. The game doesn’t spell it out clearly at first, but putting your gun away is simple, and actually important for immersion, civilian interactions, and avoiding awkward situations.
How to Holster Your Gun
On Controller: Hold LB (Xbox) / L1 (PlayStation)
On Keyboard: Hold Tab
Your officer will smoothly stash the weapon, and just like that, you’re back to looking like a calm public servant instead of a one-man SWAT team. Works with any weapon, whether it's your standard pistol, a shotgun, or your taser.
Why You Should Actually Holster It
Civilians don’t react, but you still look ridiculous writing a parking ticket while aiming down sights
Some missions or side objectives feel more immersive when you’re not always locked and loaded
Avoid accidental discharges… You can fail missions or lose XP if you fire in the wrong situation
There’s no benefit to keeping your gun drawn unless you’re mid-pursuit or dealing with an active threat
In short: holstering is just good street etiquette.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Tapping LB / L1 / Tab won’t do it. You need to hold the button
Holstering doesn’t drop your guard during chases, so you can still draw fast if things escalate
Don’t assume drawing a gun intimidates anyone, it doesn’t. Civilians and suspects won’t react unless you actually fire (which, again, is risky)
Bonus Tip: Avoid Civilian-Friendly Fire
You can technically shoot near civilians, and they’ll scatter, but if you hit anyone? That’s an instant fail
Suspects can be shot, but only when justified, or you’ll lose XP or face penalties
Oddly enough, you can hit civilians with your car, and the game usually waves it off like they jumped into traffic. Still, don’t make it a habit
Final Blurb
In The Precinct you need to remember you’re a police officer. Holster your weapon when it makes sense, avoid looking like the neighborhood menace, and keep things clean unless it’s time to drop the hammer. One less drawn weapon means one less mission fail.3
FAQ
Q: How do I holster my gun in The Precinct?
Hold LB on Xbox, L1 on PlayStation, or Tab on keyboard.
Q: Does it matter which weapon I have equipped?
Nope. Holding the holster button works the same with any weapon.
Q: Do civilians react to a drawn gun?
Not really. They’ll ignore it unless you fire and then everything goes bad quickly.
Q: Can I shoot at people for fun?
Technically yes, but the second you hit someone, it’s mission failed.
Q: Why even bother holstering?
It looks better, feels more immersive, and helps avoid accidents.
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