I'm modifying an old high quality leather holster. I want to put a piece of leather over a certain part of it and I don't have any tool to do stitching so I was thinking of gluing a piece on. Is there a glue that would work?

You might want to take a trip over to your local shoemaker for his advise. They probably use a better leather glue than what is readily available, and he might give you a few hints.

Chief38

Contact cement.

"Barge All Purpose Cement."

That is what my local shoemaker sold to me to fix a holster of mine. He said he uses it all the time in his shoe repair.

All that I can say is that it worked. Hope this helps.....

TLG in WV

I've had to glue pieces of my work shoes together where the stitching has broken from time to time and found that Super Glue works great.

__________________
ASA/NSA 67-71
NRA Benefactor

Yup. That's it.

__________________
Formerly Model520Fan

I will second the suggestion to use barge cement. Be sure to dye all parts that will show first, as the cement prevents the leather from taking dye. Also, be careful when applying it, it is a little runny and will move a bit when pressing pieces together. If you get an overrun, let it dry and then you should be able to peel it off easily.

Yet another vote. I'm wearing the moccasins I wear every night, having glued new soles on them last winter with the Barge All purpose cement (yeah, I could buy new moccasins, but I like the pair I'm wearing- I feel attached to them ).

I've used GOOP shoe repair glue with very good results.

Barge has been the leather industry standard forever. However, you might not be able to find it easily in your local hardware store. A very good substitute is Wellwood contact cement, readily available in most stores. Sets up fast and be sure to brush it on BOTH contact surfaces for a strong union. Placing a weight on the area for about 20 minutes or so should take care of it.

Cheers;
Lefty

Thanks for the information. That gives me a few options. You guys are great!