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Springfield 1911 A1 Loaded Parkerized - 5" Leather Shoulder Holster System

Code: It. 42/22

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Why To Buy It?

If you're searching for the ultimate premium horizontal shoulder rig crafted from the finest materials, look no further. This holster system features a timeless horizontal design, perfectly counterbalanced with a spare ammo pouch. Both are securely attached to a comfortable cross-harness, with tie-down straps ensuring a stable fit to your belt. It’s the best choice money can buy for reliable performance and lasting comfort.

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  • Horizontal Shoulder Carry
  • Unique Versatile Holster
  • Steel-Reinforced Thumb Break
  • Sturdy Construction Assembled with Durable Hardware Parts
  • Counterbalance Ammo Pouch
  • Timeless Comfortable Holster System
  • Thick Full Grain Italian Leather
  • Versatile Harness Adjustments up to XL Size
  • Comes Fully Assembled

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"I find this holster to be excellent in every way. I have purchased many holsters in my day have several boxes full of holsters but this one brings at the top I feel I will have many years of great use out of this. Thank you to craft for the excellent workmanship."

Description

Our Horizontal Shoulder Holster provides the perfect solution for carrying both your firearm and spare ammo. The weight of the gun and ammo pouches is evenly distributed across your shoulders with comfortable leather straps, while tie-down belt attachment straps add extra stability. This system offers a glove-like fit, allowing for a smooth and effortless horizontal draw. The holster is highly versatile — the holster body can be easily removed from the harness and worn as a standard belt holster. The belt tie-downs are also detachable, keeping the holster well-balanced at all times. Plus, the adjustable harness straps let you customize the fit, whether you're carrying under a jacket for concealed carry or using it as a hunting holster in colder environments.

Holster Body - This holster is meticulously handmade and wet-molded to the exact specifications of your gun, ensuring a perfect, glove-like fit. Crafted from premium 0.15” thick Italian leather and double-stitched with durable German thread, it offers exceptional strength and longevity. The holster features a steel-reinforced thumb break strap for added security, keeping your firearm firmly holstered, while the trigger guard is covered with leather for protection. On the backside, in addition to the harness attachment points, the holster includes a belt slot that fits 1.5” wide, 0.25” thick belts, as well as a belt tunnel for easy threading. An additional belt slot is located under the trigger guard for extra versatility. If you prefer, the holster body can be easily removed from the harness for a customized carry experience.

Counterbalancing Ammo pouch - Depending on the gun model - revolver or pistol, the shoulder holster includes a matching counterbalancing magazine or speed loader pouch made out of the same premium leather as the holster itself. The pouch for pistol magazines features two tension screws to adjust clip friction when drawn and is always made on the exact clips, so please select the caliber and capacity. For extended or aftermarket units, choose “Other” in the dropdown and specify the magazine capacity in “YOUR NOTE” field at checkout. The speed loader pouches are designed to fit standard HKS loaders.

Harness and tie-down straps - Long-term comfort is a top priority. The entire harness system is crafted from premium cowhide, with the straps coated in a soft finish to maintain comfort. The holster and counterbalance are securely attached using Phillips head screws, and belt tie-down straps are included below the holster and counterbalance. 

Do you carry a light or red dot equipped firearm ? Then make sure to take a look at our Red Dot, Light & Laser and both Light & Red Dot variants. Harness is by default adjustable from S size up to XL size (33” – 47” chest circumference & 17”-24” shoulder tip to waist length). If you are of a bigger build, make sure to note your dimensions in the “YOUR NOTE” field in the checkout and we will produce the harness accordingly. 

Note: Due to the construction of the holster for an accurate firearm model, it includes an extra belt slot on the backside only for the guns with the barrel length longer than 3". The leather may require a break-in session after the delivery of the product. The holster pictured in the photo gallery is made on an illustrative gun and your actual piece will differ as it will cope with the exact gun contours.

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Bear

First rate! Exceptionally comfortable - especially with a fairly heavy pistol. Customer service was super --- perfect fit!

09/08/2025United States
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Troy H.

Exactly what I ordered, just would rather the holster would pivot in the vertical position so I don't have the imprint of my gun pointing out the back of my coat. I learned my lesson to look more closely to what I am actually ordering. I will definitely count this against my own ignorance through inexperience. Just would rather my lesson wasn't so expensive.

09/03/2025United States
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S. C.

Based on many reviews of this and other shoulder holster choices, I decided to purchase mine from Craft Holsters. Absolutely the correct choice. Excellent finish, fit and comfort. My S&W .45 Shield fits perfectly. Adjustment of the holster to fit my body type and carrying style was seamless and exceptionally simple. I recommend this company and will definitely purchase from them for my future needs. Well done!

08/27/2025United States
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Matt

Excellent craftsmanship. Purchased 3 years ago and it's holding up really well. Excellent work.

08/15/2025
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Eleanor J.

Recently purchased, break in hasn't been fully completed. However I don't feel it needs much of a break in. 1911 mil spec fit just perfectly. Breaking in around the thumbsnap for the holster needs quite a bit of attention or maybe my thumb needs to toughen up. I do however think that maybe the belt clips should have a snap to store away instead of having to completely remove those straps. But overall I am happy with my purchase. I was looking at it for sometime before pulling the trigger. Should've done it sooner.

08/07/2025United States
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Alan L.

Very solid. Excellent craftsmanship. Fits my pistol like a custom made glove.

08/05/2025United States
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Michael David G.

Excellent craftsmanship

07/28/2025United States
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Randy S.

superb craftlandship

07/20/2025United States
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Tim

Not worth the huge amount of money and wait time. Don't waste your time with these holsters. This is junk. Poor quality. Rivets likely won't last more than a few weeks. Belt strap on holster too short. Have to find, buy and use expensive denatured alcohol to stretch leather to fit firearm and magazines. This should have been disclosed to customers in basic advertisement. Very disappointed in entire experience with these folks.

07/15/2025United States
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AL

Best and highest quality holsters made for multiple generations. Won’t buy from anyone else if I can avoid it. And AMAZING customer service as well. 12/10

07/13/2025United States
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