You are thinking about getting the 8700 holster for the 8300? Why not get a pure 8300 holster?
I use my 8800 in the 8700 holster sometimes (because I can't remember which is which in a hurry) and it fits fine. I would think the 8300 might be just a little loosey goosey in the 8700 holster.
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