gregintenn
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If you're bored like I am in this winter weather, this is a good time passer.
My second and third attempt at making holsters
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If you're bored like I am in this winter weather, this is a good time passer.
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Black_Sheep
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Nice work! You are right about it being a good way to pass the time and it's a great way to satisfy creative urges. I've made about a dozen so far and have learned something new with each one. Here's a holster I recently made for a Model 10...
Now that I've "mastered" making holsters, the next step is to learn carving and tooling.
Now that I've "mastered" making holsters, the next step is to learn carving and tooling.
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gregintenn
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That looks great. I'm thinking about making some for some of my larger revolvers. I really like the looks of yours, Black Sheep. I'd love to see a photo of the back of it. I'm curious of how you made your belt loop.
Spotteddog
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It'll soon be time to get yourself an IRS tax number...
Black_Sheep
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The loop is a flap of the lining layer, folded over and stitched. I adapted the same pattern to fit a 2" Model 10 and made the loop with 2 layers, it looks a lot thicker than it needs to be. It required more edging work too, I'll probably go back to a single layer loop on the next one.
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Smilin-buddha
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I have been thinking of trying to make a few myself. Really makes me want to start
Srigs
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You all need to watch out because this is how it starts. Post on the internet some of my first holsters and then someone wants me to make them one. I did the same thing 3+ years ago and now my business is growing and taking off including a cover shot on Conceal Carry mag this month.
Both of you are doing great by the way. Very functional designs and the proof is how they work for you. Keep it up and let me know if you have questions. Other holster makers did that for me and I would be glad to do that for you.
Both of you are doing great by the way. Very functional designs and the proof is how they work for you. Keep it up and let me know if you have questions. Other holster makers did that for me and I would be glad to do that for you.
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gregintenn
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Thanks everyone!
Blacksheep, Thanks for posting the photo. It helps a lot.
Smilin-Buddha, Try it! It isn't nearly as difficult as I thought. If you look at my other thread about making a holster, I posted a link to a really helpful site.
Srigs, Thanks for your offer to help. In fact, I do have a question. I finished the first two with a spray can of some type of leather sheen finish. They look O.K., but if you bend them, the finish cracks and turns gold. The one for the revolver, I simply waxed with auto wax. I think it looks better, and won't crack. What do you use for a finish? I've heard good and bad about Resolene. Thanks again, Greg
Blacksheep, Thanks for posting the photo. It helps a lot.
Smilin-Buddha, Try it! It isn't nearly as difficult as I thought. If you look at my other thread about making a holster, I posted a link to a really helpful site.
Srigs, Thanks for your offer to help. In fact, I do have a question. I finished the first two with a spray can of some type of leather sheen finish. They look O.K., but if you bend them, the finish cracks and turns gold. The one for the revolver, I simply waxed with auto wax. I think it looks better, and won't crack. What do you use for a finish? I've heard good and bad about Resolene. Thanks again, Greg
Srigs
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I use Resolene cut 50/50 with water (straight out of the bottle is a little to thick and gummy for my tastes). Creates a good water resistant finish that is flexible but solid enough to handle wear. I also dip mine in the above solution for coverage inside and out. I know a number of other holster makers use this same top coat.
Hope that helps.
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gregintenn
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Thanks a million!
Hi gregintenn,
Nice holsters. I have been tooling leather for many years, made a few archery belt quivers but never any holsters.
Question for you please, what method do you use to form the leather to the shape of the gun.
I would assume wet leather, but how do you compress the leather
to the shape of the gun.
As far as leather finish goes, I have had good luck with a Tandy product called Super Sheen. Not sure if you can still buy it, haven't bought any in a long time.
I have a quiver thats about 15 years old with no cracking or color change, still looks new. You can also re-apply if need be.
Sorry for the forming question, should have read your other post with the link to a great how to article.
Thanks, TC
Nice holsters. I have been tooling leather for many years, made a few archery belt quivers but never any holsters.
Question for you please, what method do you use to form the leather to the shape of the gun.
I would assume wet leather, but how do you compress the leather
to the shape of the gun.
As far as leather finish goes, I have had good luck with a Tandy product called Super Sheen. Not sure if you can still buy it, haven't bought any in a long time.
I have a quiver thats about 15 years old with no cracking or color change, still looks new. You can also re-apply if need be.
Sorry for the forming question, should have read your other post with the link to a great how to article.
Thanks, TC
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gregintenn
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I see you found the answer, tc scout, but I'll answer anyway. I run hot water on the holster until it is uniformly wet, let it dry for about 15 minutes, until it's damp, put the gun in the holster, and do most of the forming with my fingers. I use a sharpie or deer antler to get the little creases and places where my fingers won't work. I just keep on until I like the way it looks, or until I just can't seem to get it any better. Then I remove the gun, and let it dry. That's about all there is to it.
