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Looks good!

This Plague Dr. mask has red glass lenses. I finished it today. I'll apply the straps later.

It got a little thin up there. The support in the back will hold most of the weight, though. The back has a double loop set-up. I actually could have removed that entire side of the holster, and probably should have.

Just finished a holster for my friend's Judge. His poly Judge broke so he went back to good old steel!! 9/10oz with USMC black finish.

Thanks. It was my second attempt at tooling. The smaller gear was a pattern I had from Tandy. I just modified it a little.

Here are some pics of a steampunk holster I was asked to do. I used 9/10oz and multiple dyes, stains and acrylics to complete the work.

This is the first hat I posted now that it has a finish on it. My first attempt at tooling was glued and sewn to the side. This hat will become my "test hat". Now I have to get a liner into this one.

Here is a finished and lined hat I just completed.

The mask itself was inspired by a bunch of Caroline Guyer's works, also a PA artist. I do have to say that we both have good taste on painting our works. Thanks for the tip on using larger patterns. That has been something I've been working on.

Well here is the top hat drying on the head. It was my first hat and I was very happy to finish hand sewing. I still want to glue a bottom piece to the rim and burnish the edges. I was thinking of going with black or maybe mahogany.

I started making holsters a while back and recently got into making masks. That's when I stumbled onto this forum and saw all the great artist's works. Here are a few of my masks. My inspirations came from all over this and other forums and sites. Thanks.

These are the newest holsters I have made. Each time I do one I learn something new. They are 9oz Veg. I made three for the 1911.

I had a customer who wanted a Sigma holster. The pattern directions abouve were what I always use. The customer was very pleased. Good luck and don't let too much of the Sigma Cooties get on you.

It's just a standard CZ with a "special" Omega trigger system. There is a dummy for it.

I want to thank all the members who offered-up some good information and constructive criticism. I have tried to apply it on all my new projects and couldn't be more preased with the outcome. Here are a few of my newest holsters.

I cut the slot for the belt it was being used for. It was a thin 1.25 inch belt. I'm not sure about the wrinkles. The top, outer edge of the holster was curled down to aid in pistol insertion. That was the only spot that I saw wrinkles. I could try using a mister the next time I mold. A quick dunk must be too much. Thanks. I can't wait to put out number 3.

OK, I tried to use most if not all of the help offered on this project. I am very pleased with the progress of the finished edges. I need to spin some burnishers on my lathe to make things easier the next time. I used a rasp to knock the sharp edges down prior to burnishing. I then wet the edges and burnished with a nylon wheel. I then re-dyed the edges and put a finish coat on the entire holster. What do I need to focus on the next time?

Ok, I'll try that technique with the revolver. I'm also trying to design a kydex clip that would snap over the trigger-guard and be covered by the leather. That way the holster would work like the kydex style and have the leather look to it.

Thanks for all the good info. I am aware that the egdes are the weakest part on this piece, but I can finish them. I'll run the edges on my belt-sander with a fine grit. At the same time I'll round the edges. Then I will try a burnishing wheel and some wax. I'll look into the snaps as well. I dyed each piece prior to stitching. I also did the wet mold prior to stiching. I was unsure about how much the leather would stretch and didn't want a holster that was too tight. I've bought a few of those and won't use them. The gun has a poly frame an sits very well in the holster. I actually used a Comp-tac holster for the basic design. I'll use all the info and post again after the details are touched up. I am also making a holster for a revolver. Thanks for the input.

Here is the first holster I have ever made for a pistol. I would like as much feedback as possible. Thanks.

Here it is my first big leather project. It was designed because I couldn't find a good holster made for my pistol. So I decided to make one myself. A few people at work have already put in orders. Give me as much feedback as possible. Thanks.