gregintenn

I like your work, especially the belt in the top photo. Thanks for sharing.

I prefer 7/8 oz Veg tanned shoulder for most holster applications.

I have good luck with the aerosol can of Super Sheen. Just don't apply it too thick, or it will crack like ice when bent. Just spray it, let it dry for a few minutes, and apply and buff off a coat of neutral shoe polish. Looks great.

Thanks for the suggestions. I get $45 for an IWB, and $40 for a pancake. I figure I have about $5 in materials, and about 2 hours labor in a pancake. That comes to $17.50 for my labor. This is time I'd spend goofing off anyway. At this price, I find I keep just enough business that I don't get behind very far, but rarely run out of something to do. $17.50 per hour for doing something I enjoy seems to me like I'm stealing. I expect that most of you make better quality holsters than I do, therefore commanding a higher price. I sure do value each of your opinions. Thanks again. Greg

Thank you all so much for all the input. It helps a lot. I'm glad to get a variety of differing viewpoints. I guess I was just overthinking it. One of you asked about the price. I'm getting $40 each for basic pancake holsters with a basketweave pattern on them. They don't take a lot of material or labor to make. As this is just a hobby, I'm very pleased with the money.

Crystal, To change the subject a bit, I'll tell you that I bought a GSG 1911 chambered in 22LR a while back. It shoots great, has a good trigger, good ajustable sights, and more. It costed $300, and is a great practice gun to help you improve with your Kimber. Ammunition is a fraction of the cost, and the pistol looks, feels, and functions just like yours. I'll bet you'd like one as well.

Thanks for the answers. I'm pleased with the price I'm getting. I'm also happy if he's making money on them. I don't really believe that is the case, but I suppose it could be. It just hit me as odd, and I was afraid I was missing something obvious that could potentially be a problem. I understand that the guy works for someone kind of well known, and they like to have a holster for each gun. Perhaps they were afraid I'd inflate the price for someone wealthy? I dunno. Frankly, I just am not good enough to command a lot of interest.

I'm not complaining, but this sure seems odd to me. I have a few holsters displayed in a local gun store. A week or so ago, a guy bought one, and asked to have two more made. Same style, same color; everything. Just for different guns. I made them, and he came in today to pick them up, and ordered four more; just like the others, except for different model guns. Some of these would interchange. He also stated that he'd have about 8 more after this. His money's good, and he seems very happy with my work, but this just smells weird to me. What say you?

First try??!! Really????????????? That looks great!

I like it. Very original.

Looks great to me.

Pancake!!!!

I'd suggest doubling the 4/5 oz if you want a lined holster.

I've made holsters for N frame Smith and Wessons. 8/9 oz leather is plenty heavy with no lining.

Thanks again for your help, JWGlover. I really admire your work, as well as the styles you choose. Here's my attempt at a similar style. I like it.

I really like that!

"it makes it easier if you cut your needles in half and pull em through with some needle nose pliers " There's what I was looking for. Thanks. I'd have never thought of that.

I'll bet you're using an awl. I'm accustomed to double stitching with two needles. I have an awl. Might have to drag it out and figure out how to use it.

I thought I understood you correctly on that point. It still appears to me that you are sewing on the inside of the loop the girdle makes. I guess I'll just have to try it and figure it out as I go. I appreciate your help, and really admire your work. Thanks againd, Greg

It looks like it would get in the way of it's self when sewing it. Thanks for the quick response.

That is a very fine looking holster. Mr. Glover, or anyone else, I have a question about the holster in your avatar. What is the best way to attach the belt, strap, or whatever you call the piece that encircles the holster? Thanks, Greg

You have way more drive than I ever will. I don't see a person like you ever retiring. That's a good thing.

Wow Lobo! Is that what retirement is going to be like? If I'm not mistaken, I think I remember you saying you were retired. I love to see someone build a successful business, and through your posts on this and other sites, I've got to do just that. Thanks for taking the time to share and congratulations.

TwinOaks, You are correct about the pointy ears oon the top corners of my pocket holster. They are already beginning to look chewed up. They do serve their purpose, but I agree that a larger, more rounded shape would look better much longer.