Anybody interested in this?

[Gun Relics]

I wanted to build a reproduction case for a first year Model 57 until I can locate an original. They are a little different in that the mold has some give to it, not like styrofoam. I did a little research and came up with a way to make a respectable reproduction. This led to making a few customs.

No special tools required. A couple of hours of work. Any custom design possible. Excellent support and protection.

I have to make one pretty soon for an 8 3/8 inch K Frame. Does anybody want to see how it's done? If members here find this useful, I'll do a step by step.

 

[Yendor357]

Yeah, I’d like to see how it’s done.

 

[blackdeuce]

I would.

 

['79 Magnum GT]

Me too


Rick

 

[SS336]

I’m always up for a DIY, caveman arts and crafts.
I doubt my effort would look as good though.
Beautiful job.

 

[Gun Relics]

I’m always up for a DIY, caveman arts and crafts.
I doubt my effort would look as good though.
Beautiful job.

Ball me BUBBA!

 

[Onomea]

Sure. That's nice work!

I'm curious if you use flocking for the liner, as well as the material you use for the padding and how you form it.

 

[Shotguncoach]

Yes…please do a show and tell!

 

[Mike LaNier]

Beautiful work. I think that wooden cases for handguns are the cat's meow, and I have spent some big bucks on S&W cases for my N-frames. I'm a geezer with poor fabrication skills, but I would love to see how you made those. Awesome!

 

[Gun Relics]

Ok I'll work on it - I'll have it done next week. I had to order some fresh materials.

 

[ColbyBruce]

Those liners appear to be plastic sheeting that is heated and then vacuum formed over a mold, much like magnetic signs for vehicles were done fifty+ years ago.

 

[Gun Relics]

Those liners appear to be plastic sheeting that is heated and then vacuum formed over a mold, much like magnetic signs for vehicles were done fifty+ years ago.

They are actually a solid foam material, firm but a tiny bit spongy. It's a neat trick, easy to make. Much more durable than plastic liners and cardboard. These are tough and will last many, many years. I'll keep you guessing but it's the coolest thing ever, useful in many ways and it's so easy a Bubba like me can do it.

 

[ColbyBruce]

The four S&W presentation cases I have owned had liners made like I described above. A solid foam mold as you describe makes more sense, but likely was not available years ago.

 

['79 Magnum GT]

So what would one have to pay for you to fabricate 1 or say 4 box liners, 3 being 6.5" N frame and 1 being 6" K frame? All with Target stocks.
Asking for a friend.

Rick

 

[JH1951]

I'm ready to learn.

 

[Gun Relics]

So what would one have to pay for you to fabricate 1 or say 4 box liners, 3 being 6.5" N frame and 1 being 6" K frame? All with Target stocks.
Asking for a friend.

Rick

Rick, I just do this for my own collection but I'll cover the cost of the materials in the next thread.

 

[steelslaver]

Ready to learn As always

 

['79 Magnum GT]

Rick, I just do this for my own collection but I'll cover the cost of the materials in the next thread.

Excellent! I'll be watching.

Rick

 

[45Smashemflat]

Yup, sign me up for the class!

 

[Olegreygs]

I have had the basic box made for over a year, but would really appreciate the info on the inside. Can't wait for your post.