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Thank you Modad2010 for the encouraging words I have yet to stitch the belt. Its gonna be a lot of work, and I am debating whether or not get a machine to stitch. Dont have the money right now. I gave the holster to my friend and he said its one of the best ones he has felt on him before. That made me feel really good, as it was my first holster. He said my angle was perfect for him to draw from (phew). So overall I am pleased. I can only improve from here billybopp - That makes complete sence now. I will try to modify that part next time. Thanks all for advice!

Dwight, Thanks for the supporting criticism! 1. the definition in the back is about 1/4" is that still bad? Holster felt pretty comfortable (I have nothing to compare it to). the mag holder did feel a little funny, and since its a full size gun, it felt out of place inside the pants. How do you mold that only one side gets molded? When I shove the gun in, both sides bulge out automatically. 2. What do you mean wrong places? can you elaborate? I followed other samples I found online and made stitching as close to other images as possible. I do think I could have made stitches 1/8 -3/16 closer to the gun. I was afraid that the gun would not fit the holster when wet molding. I drew up the templates and so had no idea what was right or wrong. 3. Yes I agree on this, but I already made it and wasnt gonna change it at the end. 4. I dont undersand this.. can you elaborate please? 5. I agree, I already glued my first side before remembering to put the nut in between the leather pieces. I learned as I went Thanks again for your comments!

I have been playing with basic project for last couple of months, and my friend asked me to make him a IWB holster for his SIG. After lots of reading and research I sketched up a pattern that I liked based on other projects around, and gave it a shot. Made a mag holder as well and a double layer belt (haven't done stitching yet). Loops are held by DOT one directional snaps. Works great. Entire project was hand cut and stitched. Oiled, dyed, waxed and buffed. I am happy how it turned out. fits the gun real well. What do you guys think? I am sure there are plenty improvements I can do on the next one, but I was learning as I went on Let me know if you have suggestions or comments. I have more pics of the build if you guys are interested. I have documented every step haha.

Stevie, congrats on the buy! I was gonna bid on it, but I had people over and totally forgot to bid Lucky you!

Bruce were you the one that got it?

Hi everyone, There is a J. D. Randall Co. Cast Iron Leather Splitter skiver model 8802 8" on ebay right now: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Antique-J-D-Randall-Co-Cast-Iron-Leather-Splitter-skiver-model-8802-8-blade-/191280480073?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_2&hash=item2c89347f49 I was wondering if anyone knows what is the max one should pay for one in that shape? I want to bid, but dont know if it is worth it. Thanks!

Photos I found on google when I was searching for leather wallet ideas

Tried it last night and worked great! Linen thread worked best as all others I have looked flat. Thanks everyone.

Awesome! Thank you guys, ill test it out tonight!

JLSleather, okay I will try that once I get home. So one needle then? Grumpy Coyote, How do you do a lock stitch? Sorry I'm fairly new to stitching

Is there more information I can read about it, google not coming up with anything.. I really like it!

Oh! okay I see what you're saying! the way I did this wallet is that it does not cross the end piece, but rather stays 1/4" away from the end (for looks). But yes, the one I will do that has transition, I will definitely do that. Thanks!

I saw this wallet, and it has nice braided stitch, yet the back is regular straight stitch. this is not saddle stitch is it?

Thanks DavidL. The clip is a spring mechanism that clips money as you pull it down into place. What do you mean have the stitch centered?

Finished my first wallet over this weekend. Chrome tan leather, hand stitched and waxed with beeswax/oil mix. Holds up to 8 cards comfortably and about 10 bills. What do you guys think?

Heh, yah I don't blame you!

Found this online: http://www.sheridanleather.com/J_D_Randall_Co_Krebs_Style_Splitter_9_Blade_p/dt-32-d.htm Is it worth that much money? or is it over priced?

J Hayes I've been checking daily, as well as other auction places.. not a very common thing to go on sale...

Wow Big Sioux Saddlery, you seem to have a nice collection of splitters! Got one laying around that you'd wanna sell?

So many options! Ill be going crazy soon!

Thanks for the advice guys, I will contact Bruce, and hopefully he can point me in the right direction. Hunhunt, how much did you pay for your chase? how big is it and whats the widest piece you split? does it do lap skive?

J Hayes if you had to pick, would you stay with your Weaver Heritage or Osborne 84?

Thanks Steve, but that thing is $1500 out of my price range Maybe once I do more commissioned work, I will be able to afford something like this

XTAG, what thickness were you trying to do on the chrome tan? I see a osborne 84 on ebay right now, for $600, and not sure if its worth grabbing... This is so difficult!

Thanks Jeremy, if none of them pull more than 3-4", should I look for a 6" machine or try find an 8"? I dont need edge skive, I was referring to lap skive. Would you pick osborne or Weaver?