Roto Shoulder Holster by Craft Holsters

[@michelle692day]

I’ve bought 4 Craft Rotoholsters! I love them and their accessories! Kimber 1911 9mm, S&W 500 4in, Sig P226 X5, and a Brazilian made .357 revolver 6in. All expensive firearms and comfortably being carried. I can’t say enough good about these products! Thankyou for your video Sir!

[@steelrain4973]

How long do you think it will last before it wears out? And any cons?

[@RidersRange]

@michelle692day, thanks for watching and adding your thoughts.

[@oxigenarian9763]

I love this holster. It is finely crafted and Craft is SUPER good about customer service. -The magazine carrier is nice because it balances the weight of the firearm. -When you are done adjusting the holster and it fits like you want I suggest using a little blue locktite on the Chicago nuts so they don't work loose; mine did that to me (my fault) at the range and I couldn't find the pieces so I had to order replacement nuts for this. -I'm a big guy and fitted the firearm to rest in the 'hollow' of my ribcage between the top of my hip and below my armpit. I tried several different garments over it and told my wife to look carefully - she could not detect it printing. -Your firearm, BTW, will not fall out if you bend over and you DO know to 'look' your firearm back into your holster, right?.

[@joeltowle2737]

Shoulder holster are one of my favorites, best for driving. Thank you

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching.

[@theshakyhandkid4841]

Great review! Mine ships Sept 19. 1911 cocked & locked 5” with the two mag holder. Looking forward to putting it into use!

[@Videos-mk6we]

Not a safe holster for 1911 carried cocked/locked strap just goes under the trigger guard does not protect hammer/firing pin Also it leaves the safety completely exposed. Defeats the purpose of one of the safest guns made. Good holster manufactures won’t sell 1911 holsters cock/locked without strap between hammer/firing pin or strap across hammer so you can only carry in condition 2

[@RidersRange]

@Videos, there are many, many holsters for 1911 pistols that don't have any safety strap between the cocked hammer and slide/firing pin and many folks carry a 1911 in condition one in AIWB holsters, again without any safety strap. Is a safety strap a good addition to a holster for a 1911? A conditional "yes". But bear in mind that many folks carry striker-fired pistols that are 100% cocked - without ANY safety - an do so AIWB without a second thought.

[@RidersRange]

@The Shaky Hand Kid, thanks for watching and commenting.

[@willbrink]

The roto aspect is a smart design. I like it. Will consider ordering,

[@craftholsters]

Hey sir! I'm loving the review, thank you for talking about all the key features of the roto rig :) I'm also glad that you're satisfied with the holster and I hope you'll get a chance to strap it on at least every now and then. Thanks again! Regards, Al

[@RidersRange]

It's my go-to for road trips. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to review it.

[@stephanieandjared390]

I WANT ONE TOO!

[@TheFirearmGuy]

Great review Rider. Well detailed and thoughtful analysis

[@RidersRange]

As always, thank you for watching.

[@tylerw8216]

I love my roto for my S&W 4" mdl 57 BUT, make sure to loctite the rotation screw as it will back out and your gun will drop to the ground. But short of that, it's a fantastic holster.

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching and adding the info.

[@sgtmajtrapp3391]

Driving or seated the shoulder holster is excellent, carried one for years as investigator and investigative supervisor Working violent crimes and bank robberies, including lots of stake outs. Great for that type of assignment, driving and seated.

[@RidersRange]

I also carried a full-size backup gun in a shoulder holster in uniform when I was wearing a jacket in the fall, winter and spring.

[@bullseyetactical]

Very nice holster, it looks like! Thanks for the review! I’m considering a chest or shoulder holster for bike riding… That seems to be a good option! Thanks again!

[@RidersRange]

As always, thank you for watching. I'll be reviewing a chest holster in the near future.

[@bullseyetactical]

@@RidersRange that is great!! I like the High Ready from Galco…

[@The_Black_Knight]

An alternative to using the belt straps is to lace heavy leather through the adjustment holes to create a "corset" behind the upper back. It makes concealment almost invisible even with lighter fabric collared shirts and no jacket required, but the limitation is full size semi auto, unless a person has a very large body frame.

[@ron02simpson]

Seems like a great idea but I'm not sure I understand the description. Have you actually done this? Thanks.

[@Sanguivore]

@@ron02simpson Could we get a video or a picture posted somewhere on that? Sounds very helpful, but I'm much better with visual learning.

[@tonyv8925]

Thanks for the video. Brings back memories of times gone by. My plainclothes work I carried a Bianchi shoulder rig for my S&W model 36 3"bbl revolver. I also used a Bianchi flat holster in the middle of my back. Uniformed work I used a Safariland Bill Jordan style thumb break for my S&W Model 15.

[@RidersRange]

Tony, looks like you and I were of about the same time period. The Jordan-style holster carried my Model 19 for a while and an upside-down shoulder holster for a 19 with a 2.5" barrel. Thanks for watching.

[@BoogerBoy1027]

This is the best review I have seen of the roto holster. Thanks for the info, just ordered it for my cz75b.

[@RidersRange]

Thank you for watching.

[@JayDee25895]

I bought one on Eaby for $125 for my g19 I like it... Nice review thanks.

[@HOOSIERDADDY385]

I like a vertical holster and that one looks very nice. Thank you for the video.

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching.

[@thescriptures11]

I really appreciate you taking the time with this. I ditto you on appendix carry. Forget about anything IWB. I carry my P365/M&P Plus (my rotation) in an Urban Carry leather holster which I really like. But, church clothes shows too much print. And I'm not crazy about small of back carry and getting quick access. This looks like the answer. Thanks so much!!

[@waynecastleman1363]

Thank you Rider for reviewing different firearm related accessory's , and holster being an important part of our EDC consideration , there are plenty of firearms to choose from but choice in holsters and mag pouch and even a great belt system is all a well rounded package. Thanks for bringing different products to the table and unbiased in your reviews , that makes for an excellent channel. Stay Strong 💪🙏🇺🇸

[@RidersRange]

Wayne, once again I thank you for watching and commenting. I appreciate your thoughts and observations.

[@georgekirby3361]

Excellent review thank you.

[@RidersRange]

Thank you for watching.

[@dmlchannel3262]

Informative video, great holster - I'm ordering one for my Cajunized CZ P-01 during cold weather month carry. For striker fired pistol carriers, when I reload/reholster my appendix carried P365X, the safety is always flipped on. Only when its in it's holster is the safety turned off, and left off. Negligent discharge a JHP through your femoral artery and you may bleed out before EMS can arrive. In a rural setting, even more likely you will.

[@RidersRange]

All good points. Thanks for adding. As a side note, if you carry a gun that has a manual safety, you need to train to defeat that safety every time the gun comes up on target and train until you can't get it wrong. Otherwise, if you carry it with the safety off and it gets engaged accidentally, the gun may be useless when you need it most.

[@dmlchannel3262]

@@RidersRange Absolutely - and a good reminder. I've never had a manual safety get "bumped" or "knocked" into the "on" position, BUT others certainly have, and it could happen to me. As such, I train with a downward thumb movement to defeat the safety while placing the muzzle on target just in case. It's "muscle memory", and after 25 years of twice monthly trips to the range, I don't even think about it. Again, thorough video and I subbed. Keep up the good work.

[@paulcunningham2859]

I've only ever used a shoulder holster it works great for me

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching.

[@machinistmikethetinkerer4827]

Thank you sir. As a bigger retired guy IWB/OWB doesn't always work for me so I'm looking back into a shoulder rig, especially for Midwest winter carry. I see shoulder rigs $250 and up. Seems these guys have everybody beat. I'm going to give it a shot. Excuse the pun.

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching.

[@floridajim3023]

I have one and love it !! Even though I live in southwest Florida and don’t get to wear it very often!! Thanks for the vid 😊

[@frankbutta9344]

Very Nice! I drive a Miata, and access to my waist holster is nearly impossible. Thanks for Sharing! 👍👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@RidersRange]

I carry at 3:30 and getting to the gun in my family sedan, SUV or Mustang is almost impossible. Thanks again for watching.

[@frankbutta9344]

@@RidersRange That’s exactly where I carry as well. In addition to feeling unsafe with appendix carry, I just don’t like things stuffed in my pants.

[@MDpolo]

Yesterday I purchased a Smith & Wesson model 686-6 .357 Magnum. I’m starting to look for a holster so maybe I’ll give this brand a try. Thank you very much for sharing it with us.

[@RidersRange]

It's good to see you getting into revolvers. A shoulder holster works well for a 686. Thanks for watching.

[@thinman8621]

For me, drawing from a straight up vertical holster is a little clumsy in a compact vehicle. Roto feature looks very helpful.

[@RidersRange]

Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@silverbackhayabusa]

Great review

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching.

[@richardflaherty2373]

Thank you for creating that informative video. I also need a holster for when I am driving. This seems like a great solution. I only wish the magazine holster were horizontal for easier access, it seems hard to reach around for that back magazine.

[@RidersRange]

I agree that the mag holder would be much easier to use if it were horizontal. It's a good thing that virtually all civilian defense never involves a reload. Thanks for watching.

[@michaellepp5445]

Excellent review. I bought one for my S&W M&P Shield .380. Very comfortable. Took over a month to get. It came from Croatia.

[@RidersRange]

Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@leoburns9674]

Outstanding review… great guidance on the use of the holster. My 1911 5” holster is shipping!

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching.

[@cooperharvey6624]

Thank you for the info

[@RidersRange]

Thank you for watching.

[@jeffwilson1217]

Seems very well made. And, I like how big the circumference is around the neck___isn't bunching up your collar, like so many do. Never liked the horizontal ones. This looks like a total win for those of us who like shoulder holsters.

[@RidersRange]

This one works much better for me than the good old Bianchi X15. Thanks for watching.

[@Malachy4560]

I have one, the only issue I have is that the screws come out and you can lose your handgun.

[@RidersRange]

Loctite.

[@smellyone4927]

Love it works great for me and my sp101 357

[@RidersRange]

Thank you for watching.

[@ericberman4193]

We always need to take care not to laser (muzzle sweep) ourselves or any bystanders whenever we draw or holster our sidearms. That is even more important when demonstrating the drawing and holstering of sidearms, as we do not want to encourage others to adopt unsafe habits.

[@RidersRange]

Good point. Thanks for watching.

[@N98858]

I Just Received a Ritchie TAC Shoulder Rig for a Custom 1911... Something about that "Italian Leather" that just looks like vinyl or faux leather!

[@jacobshelburne958]

i just got mine in the mail yesterday i got the double i love it

[@RidersRange]

I'm glad you like it. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@belayasmert9943]

Long road trips... cross draw is the way to go.. IMHO

[@user-sh5dy5tr9d]

Good Morning ☕! I'm interested in a shoulder holster and really appreciate the information and your opinions. I like this "roto" design. I plan to get my CCW in the near future and don't have any experience in carrying a daily firearm. I have been practicing a bit around my house and property with my Shield OWB on weekends. I also have a Beretta 92x. I would like to have different options for different situations. In addition to what you mentioned, such as traveling, another option for me may be to simply carry both for range practice on my property or to openly carry while on my small fishing boat. 👍

[@RidersRange]

A chest holster may also be a good option around your property and in a boat. I'll be reviewing one in the near future. Thanks for watching and commenting. And I wish you the best on your journey to carrying a defensive tool.

[@watchingthecrazyworld7761]

Just received mine yesterday. I'm currently breaking it in. First look, its pretty awesome. I carry a CZ P01 Omega.

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching and adding your thoughts.

[@jamesdelong6401]

How's this holster still working for you? I love the roto part of this holster

[@RidersRange]

I haven't used that holster lately. So many guns, so little time. Thanks for watching.

[@jamesdelong6401]

@@RidersRange Good morning. Ok, no problem.

[@zara8447]

Great review, very informative, thank you.

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching.

[@invisibletosociety8338]

I have been looking for a good shoulder holster for my 1911A1. This may be the one.

[@vinipuhovich5698]

😊Все сделано очень толково и функционально! Спасибо!😊

[@jajasniewski]

This looks like something I can use. I have a different shoulder holster that has leather and kydex but it is just too bulky and I can’t access the weapon easily if it isn’t anchored to my belt even after adjusting the retention.

[@RidersRange]

This might work for you. Thanks for watching.

[@mr.worthington6201]

Only good in the Winter? I was hoping to find something for year around use.

[@RidersRange]

You could wear it every day, but you would need a cover garment that would be suitable for the season. The "tactical", "photographer", or "fisherman" vests just scream "gun".

[@Peter-ff1tp]

@@RidersRange A half buttoned lightweight plaid/hiking shirt with any old tshirt underneath is the proper summer cover.

[@RidersRange]

@@Peter-ff1tp I'll go along with that.

[@quinnmclaughlin7537]

I've owned a PDP for about a year, my first modern hand gun, having trouble finding just the right holster partially pre-cocked/safety blade trigger.....struggle to pull it out of a not-quite-right holster, could be bad. that's why Im looking into a shoulder rig, lil more secure when the 'thumb break' is fastened and a lil more out of the way than getting it constantly bumped

[@RidersRange]

Thank you for watching and adding your thoughts.

[@edbrit4893]

Nice, thorough report. Thanks.

[@RidersRange]

Thank you for watching.

[@vicc6744]

@@RidersRange DO YOU STILL LIKE THIS HOLSTER? iT'S BEEN AWHILE NOW. Last shoulder holster I had was a DeSantis back in the early 80's

[@jerryjohnsonii4181]

Very Cool Shoulder Holster !!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@RidersRange]

I do like it. Thanks for watching.

[@qodeshymchurchwell1851]

SOLD. Thank you Sir

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching.

[@rangersmith4652]

Excellent review. Earned my sub.

[@rickluchtenburg8166]

Do they work with reddot and light combo?

[@RidersRange]

Unfortunately, no.

[@The_Black_Knight]

Holsters can be made available for modification, however modifications must be made during construction. The challenge may result in slower draw speed. I would not use a light, only red dot.

[@tonyhayeck45]

Great presentation

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching.

[@tylerw8216]

Also, I removed 1" of leather on the roto stop allowing a 75 degree draw.

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for the update.

[@okupchurchiii7850]

do you have a picture of what you did

[@tylerw8216]

@@okupchurchiii7850 I'll snap a pic and post soon for you.

[@tylerw8216]

@@okupchurchiii7850 I can take one but no way to upload it for you.

[@tylerw8216]

@@okupchurchiii7850 Basically with your pistol/revolver in the holster and in the unsnapped down position, look where the top of the holster stops on the carriage leather, and remove the desired amount of leather to allow more drop. I took 1/2" first, then another 1/2" to get where I wanted.

[@not-fishing4730]

Appendix carry also doesn't work for those of us who need to lose 40 lbs in the belly. I'm also looking for a shoulder holster for when I'm fly fishing in the high country.

[@RidersRange]

@not-fishing, I'm finishing my testing of a chest holster that, for me, will work great for off-the-grid use. It may be better suited for your purpose than a leather shoulder holster.

[@WheeledandWellArmed]

Nice and looks comfortable Miami Vice style.

[@RidersRange]

Perfect for three season road trips.

[@Broken_Arrow58]

Handsome rig. Like that it points down but will stick with my Miami Classic. Shoulder holsters DO have a place and they look cool.

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@silentanddeep]

Does it fit a pistol with a red dot sight ?

[@RidersRange]

Unfortunately, no.

[@Peter-ff1tp]

These holsters are custom made to order. If you order it to fit a red dot then it will fit a red dot.

[@KevinBurdine-k4t]

I want the Craft Roto Shoulder Holster to fit an xdm elite 4.5" 10mm with an eps carry red dot and a gas pedal. I guess I'll have to go the custom made route.

[@RidersRange]

You are probably right.

[@KevinBurdine-k4t]

Now I'm chatting with Black Hills Leather out of Laredo about a 35 degree shoulder holster rather than a roto. Not cheap but he seems to be able to fit my needs and responds to my messages! We'll see.@@RidersRange

[@flaco5581]

Interesting thanks for the video

[@RidersRange]

Thank you for watching.

[@DKostK]

How is this for bending over? Or reaching up high? Twisting, etc. Does it restrict movement in any way?

[@RidersRange]

Daniel, I probably should have done more to demonstrate those actions. I'll have to remember that if I do another shoulder holster review. I didn't find the Craft harness limiting at all, though I didn't do any calisthenics with it.

[@devanfunderburk9373]

Would this be a good holster for revolvers? Or is there something smarter for them

[@RidersRange]

The Craft Roto Shoulder Holster would be a great option for a revolver. I believe they make them for just about every Colt, Smith & Wesson, and Taurus revolver.

[@devanfunderburk9373]

@@RidersRange awesome, just bought a 6.5 in judge and figured a shoulder holster would be perfect especially for the cold weather coming in. Will probably end up buying one now

[@macabremofo945]

​@devanfunderburk9373 I have one coming in the mail tomorrow for my 6 1/2" S&W. I'll let you know how it is.

[@vicc6744]

iT'S BEEN AWHILE- DO YOU STILL LIKE THE HOLSTER?

[@RidersRange]

I don't use it much, but it still works just fine.

[@bhoward9378]

Very interesting. Subscribed.

[@RidersRange]

Thank you.

[@wheezaldogg]

Did your pistol fit right away? My slide moves back when I try to insert it

[@RidersRange]

Good leather holsters often fit tight and need to be broken in. I wrap the pistol in two layers of freezer bags and let it sit in the holster for at least 24 hours. That usually cures a too tight fit.

[@invisibletosociety8338]

Place your thumb over the rear of the slide when holstering the weapon.

[@wheezaldogg]

I did the freezer bag method. Fits great!

[@frankplaayer8221]

I'm 71 inches, 260 lbs. The Craft shoulder works great for me, road trip or open carry (Nevada, Idaho,Arizona) It did take a week to break in, but that's OK. Excellent workmanship.

[@rickyb4933]

I'll have to order one for my Colt Anaconda

[@RidersRange]

That would be a great way to carry the Anaconda.

[@j.hunter5007]

I just discovered a REAL problem with this holster. The "securing" snap on the holster does NOTHING. My 1911 easily slides in and out of the holster, regardless if the strap is snapped or not. So... the holster is a big fail if you want your 1911 pistol to be absolutely secured.

[@robs9574]

Thank you

[@Sanguivore]

By chance have you tried the Alien Gear shoulder holster? I been looking at that one for my 1911 as an alternative.

[@jackcovington5334]

I love mine but it does print quite a bit when wearing a suit jacket - sig P365

[@RidersRange]

I have my suits and sport coats cut just a little loose for that reason. Thanks for watching.

[@DavidRonzone]

My S&W 9mm Equalizer has both the GRIP safety and the THUMB safety...

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@Videos-mk6we]

Looks nice What did you pay for it

[@RidersRange]

They retail for around $189 US.

[@jennston215]

Nice..... a holester and a pants suspender

[@RidersRange]

Some of us need that extra feature. Thanks for watching.

[@j.hunter5007]

Unfortunately, my experience with the Craft vertical holster has been a bit different. I purchased the Roto holster recently for my 1911. If you are obese and/or over 6'-4", you might like their harness. I'm 6' tall and fit (at 170 pounds), and found their harness to be waaaay oversized. I had to adjust the harness to the minimum settings to even get close to a proper fit. After several emails to Craft, their suggestion was I needed a custom, smaller harness rig. Wait a minute, if your standard harness rig can't be adjusted to fit a 6' tall man then you have a real problem with your design. Their so called buy back guarantee included me paying restocking fees. After more emails, I finally decided their customer support wasn't worth the aggravation. I took the harness to a leather worker who fixed it. It's not perfect but it's better. Their design also has the shoulder holster hanging so low, it doesn't provide much of an advantage over a cross draw belt holster (at half the price).

[@milesgiese2712]

Well you sold the roto to me👍

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching.

[@T.A.B.Videos]

I like it

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching.

[@karthurjr]

$170 seems reasonable to me for what you get.

[@RidersRange]

I'm happy with the features and quality for the price. Thanks for watching.

[@jacobshelburne958]

it is for sure man i have had alot of holsters for my 1911s and this is the best one i have ever had not only is it beautiful it is very functional and fits perfectly

[@JM-Blackjack]

Craft makes garbage. Very smatuer. The Galco is so much better. And no new info here; shoulder rigs have always been recommended by real pros.

[@RidersRange]

I have been using Galco holsters and belts for a couple decades and they are good quality. My experience with Craft/Falco is about the same as my experience with Galco. Your opinion of Craft may come from a single bad experience, which is unfortunate. But thanks for watching and commenting.

[@JM-Blackjack]

@@RidersRange No, I actually have evaluated holsters for 50 years, am a ex-cop in a high-crime large city, have owned 2 gun stores and was a supplier to Dept.of State. The gimmick " swivel. Shoulder rig" concept was done before with little success. It can have issues. I get that you may not have had a problem with Craft but, you can. As you said, it is my opinion.