New Leather from 05CarbonDRZ
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Bell Charter Oak Holsters
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I have made holsters for a very long time, professionally, which merely means I sold them for money, and that in fact, is all that it means. You did a real fine job, as good as any experienced hand could do. Personally, I hope I see more of your work, my impression is that "you get it".
God Bless, From Your Amigo;
Lefty
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05CarbonDRZ
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Appreciate it Lefty.I have been making Holsters for a little over a Year now and I am 100% self taught.I also do my own Floral Carving,I would post some pics of my Work but it's against the rules.These comments coming from someone who has been in the Leather Game for this long really make me want to continue to advance my Craft.
rednichols
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First thing to realise, and I'm not meaning to get up your nose, is that it's no longer a craft; but a science. That is, we know how to make it work as a weapons launch platform, and we do it. Craftsmanship is what figures into a craft, vs. peformance.
05CarbonDRZ
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The definition of Craft is "an activity involving skill in making things by Hand" I think making Holsters by Hand falls into that category,That's just Me though 
raylan007
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American Classic
As a result of this thread and being in the market for a few holsters I contacted Alex of American Classic and must tell you in advance I have little knowledge with custom made holsters. What I experienced was a craftsman that possesses all the traits of a man who on top of being a first class artisan is also a great communicator willing to give you his time and experience to make certain your needs are met, end goal you will become a satisfied return customer. Call it old school basics but it is seldom experienced in today's market.
As a result of his helpfulness I ordered a couple of holsters and expect to order more in the future. This fellow is the real deal, craftsmanship backed by a great capacity to walk a inexperienced customer through the process of obtaining the correct holster for his/hers need. KUDOS ALEX!
Forum member 05CarbonDRZ just made me this holster and I am astounded at the quality and fast turnaround (less than a week). I carry my 617 around the outdoors quite a bit and am also a pretty serious frogger in the summertime. I drag it around the ponds and creeks while in canoes/kayaks and have been toting it in a pancake holster made for an L Frame. I know, I know, playing with fire right? Well I have always admired Alex's work and the Tom Threeperson's style of holster. I PMd Alex and told him what I wanted and boy did he deliver. This won't be my last holster from him.
As a result of this thread and being in the market for a few holsters I contacted Alex of American Classic and must tell you in advance I have little knowledge with custom made holsters. What I experienced was a craftsman that possesses all the traits of a man who on top of being a first class artisan is also a great communicator willing to give you his time and experience to make certain your needs are met, end goal you will become a satisfied return customer. Call it old school basics but it is seldom experienced in today's market.
As a result of his helpfulness I ordered a couple of holsters and expect to order more in the future. This fellow is the real deal, craftsmanship backed by a great capacity to walk a inexperienced customer through the process of obtaining the correct holster for his/hers need. KUDOS ALEX!
That holster is perfection. Nice job Alex.
This is one Alex made for me.
This is one Alex made for me.
