Forming an authentic Webley holster using Rook's WG replica

[maboot38]

Has anyone ever tried to form an authentic Webley holster to Russ's Webley Green replica? I have a webley holster, but it is pretty stiff. I'm wondering how that would turn out if I soaked it with the replica in there (both how it would affect the holster AND the gun!).

[binkmeisterRick]

I think some folks have done this kind of thing by wrapping the replica pistol airtight in plastic to protect it from the water.

[maboot38]

ahhh, yeah. That might be the ticket. Should I be worried about the holster itself?

[binkmeisterRick]

I've never done this, so I can't speak as to how it might or might not damage the holster. However, a good number of folks have done this successfully, so it can be done.

[Indiana Jeff]

Here's a brief explanation I found using "waterforming holster" in the search.

viewtopic.php?f=5&t=39450&hilit=waterforming+holster

Regards,

Indiana Jeff

[maboot38]

Thanks Jeff. My only concern on that method would be an accidental snapping of the resin on the gun.

Just want to make sure I don't break anything.

[Indiana Jeff]

I like that idea of using a bag weighted with rice, beans, sand, whatever will form around the gun and put more even pressure on the holster while it dries slowly. That should help the leather form without worrying about damaging the gun by pressing too hard to form the leather.

Those that have owned Todd's webley holsters have mentioned having to really soak them in water - for a day or two - and then do the wetforming technique more than once due to the thick leather.

Regards,

Indiana Jeff

[Imahomer]

I'm glad I spotted this thread. I had thought about doing this, but like Dan I didn't want to hurt the gun. It's nice to get some tips from guys who have already done this.

Thanks...... Mike

[Indiana Jake]

Wet forming over a resin gun? Very dangerous - you try first!

Here is what I would do. Fill the holster with water long enough to let it soak in briefly - say 30 seconds? Put the gun in two plastic bags! One to protect the gun, another to protect the finish of the paint. I'm assuming that a wet soak is not the best thing for a painted resin gun. Once the gun is in the holster, start pressing and pinching the leather around the shape of the gun - carefully. This is where you can get into trouble on a resin gun because you might break something like a trigger, trigger guard, hammer or the front sight. You can also burnish the leather with a soft rag over the shape of the gun. Let this dry overnight without heat. Once you pull out the gun you can re-oil it with Pecard's. If it is still wet inside, let it air dry without the gun and oil it after the moisture is gone.

Good Luck!

Indiana Jake

[Imahomer]

Jake, you need to rent out that little wooden heater.

[kiltie]

Jake, you need to rent out that little wooden heater.

Rent 'em? Shee-oot! I'll betcha he could sell the bejabbers out of 'em...

[Indiana Jake]

Do I need to start a Webley holster molding business? If so, let me know, and send me your holsters! BTW, I am not making another wooden Webley.

Indiana Jake