Also, to effectively train and practice, you will need all the right support gear.
Of course, youll need ammo.
But if your firearm is a handgun, what about a means to safely carry and present it?
The DeSantis Cazzuto is a well-crafted OWB holster that is perfectly suited for the Springfield Armory Prodigy pistol.
Needless to say, a good holster is essential for training with a pistol.
Incorporating holster work is vital so that it’s possible for you to practice your draw and presentation.
Cazzuto: Whats in a Name?
The Cazzuto holster is compatible with red dot sights which is fantastic since the Prodigy comes with anoptics-ready slide.
But it wasnt the actual holster itself that threw me it was the name.
Ill be honest, I had to Google translate this one to find out what Cazzuto means.
Lets just say it conveys a certain level of confidence and toughness.
The Prodigy 1911 DS pistol fit perfectly in the DeSantis holster allowing for secure carry and a smooth draw.
A Cazzuto is someone (or something) you definitely would not want to mess with.
So, lets see if this holster lives up to the hype.
The holster itself is made of a thermoplastic material and is exceptionally light and compact.
The Cazzuto holster itself is a holster made entirely of a thermoplastic material and is an exceptionally light and compact holster.
The holster form is a one-piece, fold-over design that meets on the triggerguard side of the holster.
Located here are two bolts that can be used to set the retention of the holster.
The Details
The Cazzuto has two attachment options.
The author found the DeSantis Cazzuto was exceptionally comfortable to wear; the paddle allows you to use a variety of belts.
One of the options is a belt slide option, probably the most common option among all holsters.
In this configuration, the holster will fit belts up to 134.
The second option is my personal favorite, a paddle system.
True Shot Gun Club provided the ammo needed for this test of the Cazzuto holster. Be sure to check out theirselection of defensive ammo.
The belt slide and paddle are interchangeable and can be swapped out using the included hardware.
As noted, the paddle attachment is my favorite method for wearing this holster.
The edges of the paddle are smooth, which is part of how comfortable it is.
It is adjustable in a range from forward to rearward cant.
The paddle also has small wings that offshoot on the edges and hook back into the users pants.
This creates more friction in the attachment, which is highly desirable.
The first thing I noticed was how excellent the paddle was.
It is comfortable, sturdy and efficient.
This holster ships with the paddle on it, and its easy to see why.
Its a faster-to-put-on option with superior comfort and drawing capability (in my personal opinion).
The fit of the holster to the Prodigy is also exceptional.
Ive tried out a few other DeSantis holsters, so this didnt surprise me.
The Cazzuto, in particular, has a satisfying snap when you insert the gun.
I enjoyed this holster a great deal.
Oh, and it definitely lives up to the name Cazzuto!
