{"id":210562,"date":"2025-03-08T17:04:55","date_gmt":"2025-03-08T23:04:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=210562"},"modified":"2026-01-05T06:04:35","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T12:04:35","slug":"simply-rugged-cuda-left-handed-holster-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/simply-rugged-cuda-left-handed-holster-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Simply Rugged Cuda: Left-Handed Holster Review"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-estimated-reading-time yoast-reading-time__wrapper\"><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-icon=\"clock\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-0.1em\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__spacer\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:1em\"><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__descriptive-text\">Estimated reading time: <\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__reading-time\">7<\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__time-unit\"> minutes<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only is there something to be said for a beautifully stitched custom holster, but they\u2019re often a requirement. Face it, there\u2019s a shortage of quality left-handed holsters on the market, which means you\u2019re often out of luck if you\u2019re a southpaw. It isn\u2019t only shooters who are born left-handed who need good holsters either. It\u2019s also those shooting mirrors whether to build offhand skills or due to injury. The world needs more left-handed holsters, and that\u2019s something Simply Rugged Holsters understands. The Simply Rugged Cuda is a stellar example of the value of a custom left-handed holster. Here\u2019s why.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/simply-rugged-cuda-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"simply rugged cuda holster\" class=\"wp-image-210600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/simply-rugged-cuda-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/simply-rugged-cuda-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/simply-rugged-cuda-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/simply-rugged-cuda-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/simply-rugged-cuda.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/holster-leather-tan-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"left-handed holster\" class=\"wp-image-210601\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/holster-leather-tan-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/holster-leather-tan-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/holster-leather-tan-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/holster-leather-tan-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/holster-leather-tan.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Simply Rugged Cuda is a pancake-style leather holster made from premium steer hide. (Photo credit: Kat Ainsworth Stevens)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-what-is-the-simply-rugged-cuda\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"simply-rugged-cuda-left-handed-holster-review\" title=\"Simply Rugged Cuda: Left-Handed Holster Review\" data-level=\"2\">What Is the Simply Rugged Cuda?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-cuda-features\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"simply-rugged-cuda-left-handed-holster-review\" title=\"Simply Rugged Cuda: Left-Handed Holster Review\" data-level=\"2\">Cuda Features<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-does-the-holster-work\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"simply-rugged-cuda-left-handed-holster-review\" title=\"Simply Rugged Cuda: Left-Handed Holster Review\" data-level=\"2\">How Does the Holster Work?<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-stiff-leather\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"simply-rugged-cuda-left-handed-holster-review\" title=\"Simply Rugged Cuda: Left-Handed Holster Review\" data-level=\"3\">Stiff Leather<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-solid-design-holds-it-s-shape\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"simply-rugged-cuda-left-handed-holster-review\" title=\"Simply Rugged Cuda: Left-Handed Holster Review\" data-level=\"3\">Solid Design Holds It&#8217;s Shape<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-cuda-for-any-handgun\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"simply-rugged-cuda-left-handed-holster-review\" title=\"Simply Rugged Cuda: Left-Handed Holster Review\" data-level=\"2\">Cuda For Any Handgun?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-simply-rugged-cuda\">What Is the Simply Rugged Cuda?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Simply Rugged Cuda is a pancake-style holster designed for higher ride height. Pancake holsters are traditionally manufactured using two pieces of leather stitched together. They\u2019re often OWB (outside waistband) designs which doesn\u2019t mean you cannot conceal them\u2014you absolutely can, with the correct cover garment. This holster can be used for IWB (inside waistband) if you get a set of IWB attachments from Simply Rugged. One great thing about well-made pancake holsters like the Cuda is that they hug the pistol snugly to your body. There\u2019s no tilting or angling outward\u2014not even a little\u2014which is good for retention, comfort, and a smooth drawstroke. The Cuda is available right- or left-handed, and of course, this one\u2019s a leftie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/back-of-leather-pancake-holster-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"backplate of holster\" class=\"wp-image-210604\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/back-of-leather-pancake-holster-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/back-of-leather-pancake-holster-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/back-of-leather-pancake-holster-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/back-of-leather-pancake-holster-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/back-of-leather-pancake-holster.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The holster is made with a raised backplate to protect the slide of the gun from the user&#8217;s skin. (Photo credit: Kat Ainsworth Stevens)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cuda-features\">Cuda Features<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It might seem weird to talk about holster \u201cfeatures,\u201d but they\u2019re a thing. The Cuda is made from premium steer hide with impressive thickness\u2014and that matters because it translates to long-lasting rigidity. Even after extensive use, the Cuda\u2019s mouth remains open for re-holstering, which is more than a little important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Simply Rugged Cuda has a backplate\u2014the holster maker refers to it as a Flab Tab\u2014that\u2019s extended high to protect the slide of the gun from your skin (sweat isn\u2019t great for metal). And, of course, it adds a layer of comfort because you don\u2019t have a serrated slide and sights digging into you. The muzzle end of the holster is open, providing pass-through if you have a threaded barrel. This holster has three belt loop slots that are compatible with belts up to 1.75 inches. Because there are three, it\u2019s adjustable for cant. That means you can change it to better suit your drawstroke or minimize printing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the Cuda is molded to the general shape of the handgun, it isn\u2019t tightly molded to every nook and cranny like you see on Kydex. Even so, it fits securely and delivers reliable retention. The trigger is fully covered and the leather encompasses and protects the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/mouth-of-holster-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"mouth of leather holster\" class=\"wp-image-210602\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/mouth-of-holster-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/mouth-of-holster-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/mouth-of-holster-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/mouth-of-holster-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/mouth-of-holster.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Cuda is made from quality steer hide and features a stiff mouth that remains open for safe holstering. (Photo credit: Kat Ainsworth Stevens)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-does-the-holster-work\">How Does the Holster Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-stiff-leather\">Stiff Leather<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The holster is stiff enough that it took some time for the belt loops to conform to wear. Even then, they didn\u2019t bend per se\u2014more than molded to my body\u2019s shape very slightly. They haven\u2019t changed since but have maintained their shape. Heavy <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/uncle-mikes-introduces-premium-leather-holsters-and-gun-belts\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"simply-rugged-cuda-left-handed-holster-review\" title=\"Simply Rugged Cuda: Left-Handed Holster Review\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"2354\">leather gun belts<\/a> work best with the Cuda, but I have used them with nylon-duty belts as well. Nylon doesn\u2019t flex quite like leather and that can mean it doesn\u2019t hold the holster as securely as I prefer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Holstering is smooth thanks to the Cuda\u2019s design and stiffness. The mouth of the holster stays open\u2014and has stayed open throughout lengthy use\u2014so re-holstering can be accomplished safely. There\u2019s not much worse than a holster of any material with a backplate that creases, folds over, and becomes a holstering hazard. It\u2019s wise to watch for those signs of wear on holsters with leather backplates, but as thick as this one is, it doesn\u2019t seem to be an issue. That said, wear does happen to most holsters with long use. It\u2019s just reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-solid-design-holds-it-s-shape\">Solid Design Holds It&#8217;s Shape<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though the Cuda doesn\u2019t give you that satisfying click like Kydex, it still lets you know the gun is in place. That\u2019s thanks to the shape matching the gun\u2014when the gun is holstered, the trigger guard is precisely in place and it isn\u2019t going anywhere. I mention this because there are lower-quality <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/leather-holsters-break-in-care\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"simply-rugged-cuda-left-handed-holster-review\" title=\"Simply Rugged Cuda: Left-Handed Holster Review\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"2353\">leather holsters<\/a> on the market that are no better than steerhide socks. Not so with the Simply Rugged Cuda. This is a quality holster designed by someone\u2014Rob Leahy&#8211;who\u2019s a serious defensive shooter (he even takes his team to shooting classes at Gunsite Academy).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Cude doesn\u2019t slip, shift, or stick during the draw stroke. My 1911 draws smoothly and there\u2019s no battle to properly, safely re-holster. And I can say that after countless repetitions at the range and in high round-count classes. Also, although the Cuda is made to ride snugly against your body, the mouth is rigid so it does not flex into your side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/hand-tooling-holster-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"tooling on leather Cuda holster\" class=\"wp-image-210603\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/hand-tooling-holster-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/hand-tooling-holster-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/hand-tooling-holster-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/hand-tooling-holster-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/hand-tooling-holster.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Simply Rugged does a vast array of custom tooling, but only on steer hide. (Photo credit: Kat Ainsworth Stevens)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/safariland-new-fits-for-the-incog-x-iwb-holster\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"simply-rugged-cuda-left-handed-holster-review\" title=\"Simply Rugged Cuda: Left-Handed Holster Review\">Safariland: New Fits for the Incog X IWB Holster<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cuda-for-any-handgun\">Cuda For Any Handgun?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply Rugged offers a huge array of options for model compatibility. The Cuda, specifically, is for semi-autos. If you want this style for a revolver, check out the Sourdough Pancake. It\u2019s also worth mentioning that if you don\u2019t see your exact gun in the model list, you can just choose the closest shape and size and let them know exactly what gun you have in the notes. My <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/search?keyword=remington%20r1%201911\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"simply-rugged-cuda-left-handed-holster-review\" title=\"Simply Rugged Cuda: Left-Handed Holster Review\">Remington R1<\/a> DS Enhanced\u2014a double-stack 45 ACP\u2014wasn\u2019t on the list, so I just let Rob know what I had when I ordered. The resulting Cuda fits exceptionally well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can get this holster with or without tooling. That only applies to the steerhide option, though. There are also exotic options like alligators, sharks, and ostriches (yes, they\u2019re beautiful). If you get an exotic leather, you can\u2019t get it tooled, but it\u2019s worth the trade-off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a 3 to 4-week wait time listed for the Cuda right now. Actual wait time depends on the backlog, so it could be faster\u2014it just depends. A quality leather holster is worth the wait. Simply Rugged makes holsters that are made to last\u2014something I\u2019ve seen in action\u2014and the Simply Rugged Cuda is a holster I expect to use for years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Get a closer look at the Simply Rugged Cuda <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplyrugged.com\/store\/Cuda-p592384499\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"simply-rugged-cuda-left-handed-holster-review\" title=\"Simply Rugged Cuda: Left-Handed Holster Review\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong><em>*** <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"simply-rugged-cuda-left-handed-holster-review\" title=\"Simply Rugged Cuda: Left-Handed Holster Review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Buy and Sell on GunsAmerica!<\/a> ***<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Simply Rugged Cuda is a stellar example of the value of a custom left-handed holster.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":89,"featured_media":211494,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_specdata_upc":"","_specdata_placement":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[340,874],"tags":[102,2885,108,4195],"featured":[],"hunt365":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-210562","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-columns-ccw-edc","8":"category-gear-for-handguns","9":"tag-feature-articles","10":"tag-gun-holsters","11":"tag-guns","12":"tag-semi-auto-pistol"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Simply Rugged Cuda: Left-handed Holster Review<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Simply Rugged offers quality left-handed holsters. 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