Milt Sparks VM2 vs. Del Fatti ISP-LP

Recka81 · June 30th, 2009, 08:41 PM

Hi guys, I've seen some mixed information on both of these holsters and I am trying to decide between the two of them. Can someone give me the pros/cons of both of them? I will be carrying a Kimber Pro CDP II (4" barrel) with it. Any advice on which to go for is greatly appreciated.

automatic slim · June 30th, 2009, 10:20 PM

I have a VM-II for a Kimber HD-II Pro-Carry in .38 Super. This holster is superb. I have examined (worn) the Del Fatti ISP-LP and find it very similar to the Sparks. The workmanship is better on the USP and it balances better. If I had a choice I would take the Del Fatti. Be warned, the wait on Del Fatti holsters is in excess of 2 years.

JerryM · June 30th, 2009, 10:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by automatic slim

I have a VM-II for a Kimber HD-II Pro-Carry in .38 Super. This holster is superb. I have examined (worn) the Del Fatti ISP-LP and find it very similar to the Sparks. The workmanship is better on the USP and it balances better. If I had a choice I would take the Del Fatti. Be warned, the wait on Del Fatti holsters is in excess of 2 years.

Del Fatti is not taking orders. Unless you can find a used one it is not a viable choice. He is also working on orders from Feb 07.

If you are young and have the time you will never be sorry. I might add "if you don't need a holster for a long time." There is a reason for his long waiting list- pure quality.

Regards,
Jerry

QKShooter · June 30th, 2009, 10:56 PM

Ditto: You are just not going to get your hands on a Del Fatti right at this present time.

Jaywalk · June 30th, 2009, 11:03 PM

You don't get it the way you might order it, but if you're impatient you might find one here: Lightning Arms Sports

Recka81 · July 1st, 2009, 04:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jaywalk

You don't get it the way you might order it, but if you're impatient you might find one here: Lightning Arms Sports

Yah, that's exactly where I found one.

torrejon224 · July 1st, 2009, 04:49 PM

I have both and they are the same design and both are great rigs. Matt's (DF) is much nicer in terms of the detailing, boning, etc but these are IWB rigs and as such no-one but you will be able to appreciate these details. In terms of retention, they are the same and both are excellent carry rigs. The Del Fatti will cost twice as much and to some it's worth it. I actually bought one brand new in the bag at an estate sale for approx $10 maybe $25 but not more so I literally stole it. Only you can decide what your really after as both will give you a lifetime of service.

Added: I stated that the Del Fatti was a nicer rig but that's a huge understatement and the reason that folks will wait years for one of Matt's holsters. If your after the absolute best made in terms of quality and materials then go with Matt's. In no way am I knocking the quality of the rigs coming out of Sparks but place them side by side and the attention to detail on the DF will just jump out at you!

jwhite75 · July 1st, 2009, 05:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by torrejon224

I have both and they are the same design and both are great rigs. Matt's (DF) is much nicer in terms of the detailing, boning, etc but these are IWB rigs and as such no-one but you will be able to appreciate these details. In terms of retention, they are the same and both are excellent carry rigs. The Del Fatti will cost twice as much and to some it's worth it. I actually bought one brand new in the bag at an estate sale for approx $10 maybe $25 but not more so I literally stole it. Only you can decide what your really after as both will give you a lifetime of service.

I NEVER get deals like that....

LawyerDagget · July 2nd, 2009, 12:00 AM

I carry a gub'ment in a VM2 and love it, also carry a G17 in a VM2... I have never had a Del Fatti, but I have heard and as you see here people think they are great. My wait time has been right at 6 months for both VM2's. I did receive some other Sparks models faster. I don't think you can go wrong with either, I certainly like my Sparksesessesesesess

Dakota97 · July 2nd, 2009, 01:03 AM

I have both and I don't think you will be disappointed with either of them. Both are excellent holsters and both the people at Spark's Holsters, and
Matt Del Fatti are great people to deal with. In terms of detailing and boning I would have to give the edge to Del Fatti.

June 30th, 2009, 08:41 PM	#1
Recka81 Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 16	Milt Sparks VM2 vs. Del Fatti ISP-LP Hi guys, I've seen some mixed information on both of these holsters and I am trying to decide between the two of them. Can someone give me the pros/cons of both of them? I will be carrying a Kimber Pro CDP II (4" barrel) with it. Any advice on which to go for is greatly appreciated.

June 30th, 2009, 10:20 PM	#2
automatic slim Distinguished Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: The western edge of The Confederacy Posts: 1,214	I have a VM-II for a Kimber HD-II Pro-Carry in .38 Super. This holster is superb. I have examined (worn) the Del Fatti ISP-LP and find it very similar to the Sparks. The workmanship is better on the USP and it balances better. If I had a choice I would take the Del Fatti. Be warned, the wait on Del Fatti holsters is in excess of 2 years. __________________ "First gallant South Carolina nobly made the stand." Edge of Darkness

July 1st, 2009, 04:49 PM	#7
torrejon224 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Oregon Posts: 674	I have both and they are the same design and both are great rigs. Matt's (DF) is much nicer in terms of the detailing, boning, etc but these are IWB rigs and as such no-one but you will be able to appreciate these details. In terms of retention, they are the same and both are excellent carry rigs. The Del Fatti will cost twice as much and to some it's worth it. I actually bought one brand new in the bag at an estate sale for approx $10 maybe $25 but not more so I literally stole it. Only you can decide what your really after as both will give you a lifetime of service. Added: I stated that the Del Fatti was a nicer rig but that's a huge understatement and the reason that folks will wait years for one of Matt's holsters. If your after the absolute best made in terms of quality and materials then go with Matt's. In no way am I knocking the quality of the rigs coming out of Sparks but place them side by side and the attention to detail on the DF will just jump out at you! Last edited by torrejon224; July 1st, 2009 at 08:58 PM..

July 2nd, 2009, 12:00 AM	#9
LawyerDagget Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 52	I carry a gub'ment in a VM2 and love it, also carry a G17 in a VM2... I have never had a Del Fatti, but I have heard and as you see here people think they are great. My wait time has been right at 6 months for both VM2's. I did receive some other Sparks models faster. I don't think you can go wrong with either, I certainly like my Sparksesessesesesess __________________ http://likeagun.wordpress.com/

July 2nd, 2009, 01:03 AM	#10
Dakota97 Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Alabama Posts: 292	I have both and I don't think you will be disappointed with either of them. Both are excellent holsters and both the people at Spark's Holsters, and Matt Del Fatti are great people to deal with. In terms of detailing and boning I would have to give the edge to Del Fatti. __________________ NRA life member.

June 30th, 2009, 10:56 PM	#4
QKShooter Assistant Administrator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Off Of The X Posts: 23,396	Ditto: You are just not going to get your hands on a Del Fatti right at this present time.

June 30th, 2009, 11:03 PM	#5
Jaywalk New Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Virginia Posts: 9	You don't get it the way you might order it, but if you're impatient you might find one here: Lightning Arms Sports

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