Jim

It's my pleasure. I have been following topics on belt making and there are several new crafters that need that extra little something to get them in the right direction. The belt measurements for the center bar and heel buckled belts are the same I have used for years for dress belts as well as gun belts and have always worked. Then out of the blue I decided to add measurements for shield buckled belts. That's where my "OOPS" came in yesterday. The belts for shield buckles will generally be 2" shorter because of the length of the buckle. Well, dummy me went and adjusted 2" off of everything. Then right after it posted that little voice in the back of my head said "Jim that ain't right. The buckle to center hole doesn't change." D'oh! So, the chart and instructions posted are correct and most sincere apologies for the slip up. I almost create a bigger problem than I was trying to fix. Have fun with this, I have plans for more in the future. Jim

My apologies folks, but this is what keeps me humble. Of those of you who have downloaded the file, delete and re-download the new file. Thanks, Jim

Back when I was younger and had all my hair, I decided I wanted to make my own belt rather than settling for what I could get from the store. So, I asked some advice from one of them "experts." I says, "How long do I make it?" He says "Add four inches." "Mmm-kay. Add four inches to what" At which point I got a crash course in rocket science that I didn't want or need. So, I did what most folks do and measured out my old belt. That worked. But then a feller asked me to make him one. Mmm-kay. Now I'm in trouble. Moral of the story is I got tired of the hit and miss, the re-do's, and utterance of profane syllables. So, I created the little tutorial posted here and want to share it all you fellow leather workers for your enjoyment. This is the end result of a lot of hard work, so use it well. It is formatted on letter size sheets so you can print at home. Folks, I discovered that I posted a faulty Size Chart with this. I have replaced it with a correct set so please re-download and forgive my oversight. Enjoy, Jim Dress Belts.pdf

I'll have to watch the video when I get in to see if we are talking about the same thing. My methods have to do with cartridge boxes. The methods will however work for any leather box. Jim

I sent you a PM. Jim

I have dyed everything from pokey watch holders to rifle scabbards and can tell you that sheep shearling is the only way to go. Cut a 3 inch diameter circle of the shearling and it makes the perfect dye applicator. No pretreating required with the oil dye. After the dye sets, use Fiebing's Resolene to finish with a pampered sponge. You'll have a holster that will take whipping and keep on whooping. Oh, I forgot to mention that once the dye pad is cut out, use scissors to trim the wool to just under a half of an inch. If it's too long it will dribble dye everywhere. Jim

I would like to add that Bruno has made the very first Pecos Slim Mexican Loop. And what a job he did! Makes me want to jump up and down yelling "It's ALIVE!" Jim

That's got the makings of a fine looking Pecos Slim holster. Glad to help Bruno. Jim

Sorry for the misspelling. It's hard to type on this I phone.

Well, lets take a look at the idea. Eleven years ago I bought an HP 9800 seies printer do I could check pattern as they were drawn to check for errors. One day I cut dome poster board to 11 x 17, set the printer for the heavier paper, and bingo! Instant template right of the computer. Now, anyone who has any of my patterns in print see that the instruction show how to trace the templates on to the poster board with carbon paper. Huff! What a drag! Wouldn't it be so much easier to print them? What a time saver! And in this business; time are money. Who knows, this concept just might render pattern on paper obsolete. Think about it. Jim

I can relate to that Blackey. I was living in an rv by the Etowah River in Georgia when I started my holster business. Now y'all know why it's called Etowah River Productions. I'll have to do some research to see how to get into e books. I'm kind of a dinosaur when it comes to this electric digital e stuff. Later on I intend to hold a discussion about the advantages of patterns on disc and owning printers that will print the larger sheets. Jim

Disc 500-01 is sold out. Thank you all! Jim

Howdy, For all you folks looking to make gear for Cowboy Action Shooting, check out the ad in Books/Patterns/Periodicals/Videos. Jim

Howdy folks, Foe Sale - The Cowboy Action Shooter Collection. This is a Compact Disc with seven pattern sets and detailed instructions for items used by Cowboy Action Shooters in competitions. The disc contains patterns for: The Cheyenne Mexican Loop Holster. Includes four pattern sizes for the various single action pistols used with 5 1/2" and 7 1/2" barrel lengths. The Ranger and Plains Style Gun Belts. Includes a size chart and bullet loop patterns for .45, .38, and .357 calibers. The Combination Cartridge and Shot Shell Belt. Includes patterns for 12, 16, and 20 gauge shotgun shells along with bullet loops for .45, .41, .38, and .357 calibers. Size chart also included. Shotgun Shell Slides. Loop Patterns for 12, 16, and 20 gauge shells for 4, 6, and 8 rounds. Cartridge Slide. Bullet Loop Patterns for .45, .41, .38, and .32 caliber for 3, 5, 10, and 12 rounds. The Stage Slide. Patterns for two different Two-Sided Slides with instructions to make bullet loops for any caliber. The Brazos Jack Cartridge Box. A perfect addition to any gun belt. Can be used to hold stage rounds, car keys, or any accessory needed on hand. This disc is being offered at a bargain price of $50.00 with Free Shipping in the USA. I only have 30 of these discs available so orders will be taken on a First come - First Serve Basis. Send an email to pecosslim@outlook.com to order. State that you wish to order Disc 500-01 and include a mailing address to where the disc will be shipped. A reply will be sent to you to confirm your order with a mailing address to send a check or money order as I do not yet have a Pay Pal account. Once your check is received, an email will be sent to notify you and the order will be shipped via Priority Mail. Thank you all, Jim R. Simmons Etowah River Productions

Yee Haa! Gunleather and Accessories. My second book.

The CAS book is the newer one. If you have it then you would not need the older one. Yee Haa covers everything that is in the Book of Leatherwork except that it includes bullet and shell slides. Thanks, Jim

Thank you for that Shooter. I make an effort for any and all patterns made here to have the best of instructions. The Brazos Jack Wild West Series holsters come with 34 pages of detailed instructions. Jim

The pattern is on one page with the instructions on another. I'll post again and do the two on the same post with the reply like I did the holster. Thanks again Camano.

As matter of fact, the Pistol Box patterns and instructions are on this thread somewhere betwee page 10 and 25. I'll had to repost it as soon as I can. The Cap Box pattern and instructions are too dang big to post but since when has that stopped me. I'll be in touch. Jim

Darn Camano, I may have to put you on the payroll. Jim

The Civil War is the most re-enacted period in our history and suppliers are not interested in offering patterns for the military items used. Go figure! So, it's my pleasure! Jim

Alrighty then, you fellows have talked me into trying an experiment. I want to get some input on having the patterns sent on CD. This will require you to have the patterns printed at your friendly neighborhood print shop. The Instructions are several pages of color photos and text and may prove to be expensive to print, so you have the option of that or leaving them on CD and viewing by computer as you build the item. I want to test market on two patterns for the Slim Line Shell Slides and Bullet Slides popular with SASS and Cowboy Action Shooters. The disc will contain both. Now, I do not want anyone feeling excluded but I need three different inputs and thoughts about the "yea and nay" of the disc concept. So, with that I am volunteering three members in private posts to try this out on. So, be patient with me and I'll be back on this matter as soon as I can. As soon as I get this figured out, I will make a post on the For Sale Thread offering any available patterns on disc. Thank you for everything, Jim

Fellers, I posted the patterns for the 1863 Civil War Holster in the Gunleather Section. Have a look and have fun. Jim

Instructions for the 1863 Civil War Holster Enjoy Jim CW Holster Instructions.pdf

Alrighty then, folks have been looking for this pattern for the 1863 Holster from the Civil War. Well, being as nobody wants to carry it, I decided to post it here for all to enjoy. Keep in mind that the Patterns are on 17 x 11 sheets. The Instructions are on 8 1/2 x 11. When you have the Patterns printed be sure to tell them to set the Page Scaling to NONE! DO Not Fit To Page, the patterns will be too small when printed. The Instructions won't fit here so they are on the next post. Enjoy Jim R. Simmons Etowah River leather CW Holster Holster Pattern .pdf