First Attempt Homemade Holster.
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First Attempt Homemade Holster.
Well, I figured why not give it a try. I had an old leather chair, some string and some time. Had to do a bit of reading with regards to stitching leather but I think considering it cost me nothing I'm quietly pleased. I mean it's far from perfect, but that just adds character and that's what Indy is all about. And yes I know the dome isn't SA but I used what I had on hand. I used the plan found on indygear.
Let me know your thoughts.
Let me know your thoughts.
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Re: First Attempt Homemade Holster.
Impressive work. Stitching looks very even. Well done.
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Re: First Attempt Homemade Holster.
That is a super excellent first attempt. Stitching is clean, and the edges look smooth.
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Re: First Attempt Homemade Holster.
Nice work! The holster pattern from the main page is, in my opinion, spot on.
With a little modification, you can even make that pattern fit revolvers with the 5.5-in and 6.5-in barrels.
Now that you've been bitten by the leather work bug, you'll end up wanting to do more.
With a little modification, you can even make that pattern fit revolvers with the 5.5-in and 6.5-in barrels.
Now that you've been bitten by the leather work bug, you'll end up wanting to do more.
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Re: First Attempt Homemade Holster.
leather bug indeed! This hobby just keeps dragging me deeper down the rabbit hole.
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Re: First Attempt Homemade Holster.
The guy who makes my custom holsters lives just up the road a piece. Ive often wanted to ask him he wanted to have an apprentice or just let me see how he does things. Leatherwork is SO COOL.Bradsburns wrote:leather bug indeed! This hobby just keeps dragging me deeper down the rabbit hole.
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Re: First Attempt Homemade Holster.
Not to derail the topic, but congrats on Moderator ChrisMD!
First Attempt Homemade Holster.
baddates1 wrote:Not to derail the topic, but congrats on Moderator ChrisMD!
Thanks. But im just that old crusty guy behind the counter of the Gun Shop! Now just electronically as well.
Lipstick on a pig seems to fit pretty well!
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baddates1 wrote:Not to derail the topic, but congrats on Moderator ChrisMD!
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Re: First Attempt Homemade Holster.
For a first try..... very good !!!!
Re: First Attempt Homemade Holster.
Rather good,I´d say nearly perfect...
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What gets me is how clean the stitching looks. Im no expert but i think it really looks great.
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Re: First Attempt Homemade Holster.
Thanks Chris, just used a double needle technique I learned online. Measured out where to put each hole. Made holes. Then stitched by hand. hopefully with each leather item I make I get a bit closer to looking professional.
Re: First Attempt Homemade Holster.
You must be psychic because I was about to ask how you did it!Bradsburns wrote:Thanks Chris, just used a double needle technique I learned online. Measured out where to put each hole. Made holes. Then stitched by hand. hopefully with each leather item I make I get a bit closer to looking professional.
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