Jerk Steiner Saddle

[Jerk Steiner Saddle]

Thanks for finding that. I suppose I was using the wrong (or not enough) search terms. Sounds like he was an interesting guy.

Randy

[Jerk Steiner Saddle]

Thanks for the observations and tip. It's mostly curiosity for me, so I was taking the easy way out by asking and not searching.

Randy

[Jerk Steiner Saddle]

Curious if anyone knows anything about this saddle or maker. The latigo holder says MADE BY JERK STEINER 1952 WYOMING. The seat is harder than a math test, but otherwise the saddle is well made. Thanks, 

Randy

[Rifle Scabbard with Scope]

I bought the pattern pack from Springfield Leather. I think it would serve you well. There is a scoped scabbard pattern in the pack. It would certainly be a good starting point.

Randy

[Swell Cover Tips]

First off, it's two different pieces of leather. As noted above, failures end up in the scrap bin. On the final attempt, I got more leather in the hand hole. That means fewer wrinkles to push out. I also used a steamer to help remove wrinkles. 

Randy

[Arizona style clutch wallet back]

Very nice. Please share photos when you finish the wallet.

Randy

[First Formed Holster]

On 12/31/2022 at 8:45 PM, Hags said:

No worries Randy. Pm me if you have any questions.  Looks like you're on the right path!

Thanks, 

Randy

[First Formed Holster]

15 hours ago, AzShooter said:

You are doing a great job.  I too like the color and finish.  You'll get better on every holster you make so take your time as you are learning.

Thanks. I'm not sure I want to make a career of this, but it's a nice diversion from making tack.

12 hours ago, Hags said:

Very nice work! 

Thanks Hags. I've studied a lot of your posts. Don't be surprised to see me post something that looks like yours. 

Randy

[First Formed Holster]

Thanks for the comments and suggestions. If it gets to be too much time before the next one, I may forget. I appreciate learning from everyone here. 

Randy

[First Formed Holster]

2 hours ago, Simplejack1985 said:

I'd carry it. Good looking holster. 

Thanks, 

Randy

[First Formed Holster]

I think I made some improvements, but still have a lot to learn. The stitch lines are definitely closer.  Wonky belt slots adjusted. Thanks for sharing knowledge. 8 oz HO leather with 2 coats of neatsfoot oil and a coat of resolene.

Randy

[First Formed Holster]

Thanks for the comments and suggestions. Back to the shop for me. Are the stitch lines close enough on the top? I can tell what you mean along the bottom. I think I need to get it formed better before I sew it. Maybe that will help.

I am also not sure what you mean by the site channel.

14 hours ago, JLSleather said:

you'll want to create a site channel for the front site to clear easily.

Thanks again,

Randy

 

[First Formed Holster]

Here's my first formed holster. I need to finish the edges and oil it, but I am anxious for a critique. Give it to me straight and full strength. Thanks, 

Randy

[I guess work area lighting could be considered to be "tools"]

I never cared much for the headlamps,  so I went this route. Just an adjustable LED lamp. I can shine it right where I'm tooling.  I may revisit a headlamp sometime, but for now, this works great. 

Randy

[Using a Vacuum Bag . . .]

Make sure it's sealed on the edge of the valve. I punched the hole in my bag a little small so it would be tight on the fitting. Good look. 

Randy

[Using a Vacuum Bag . . .]

Dwight, 

Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I finished my bag today with 12 gauge (12 mil) plastic from JoAnns. I have the same pump from Harbor Freight that you linked above, though I bought it before I saw the link. I made the bag fitting with parts from Lowe's. After this photo was taken,  I drilled a hole through the bushing on the inside to keep the bag from blocking the vacuum. Thanks again for sharing. 

Randy

[Scabbard]

Great job. I really like the handle on top. 

Randy

[Mule Skin Horn Wrap]

On 8/5/2022 at 7:24 PM, Cattledude said:

You know the difference between a horse shoer and a dog with no legs?

There is no difference, you can call them all you want but, they still won't come...

That's funny. I've had that experience, but thankfully I now have a more reliable farrier. 

 

On 8/4/2022 at 7:14 PM, Goldshot Ron said:

Good luck on your saddle,

Ron

Thanks Ron. I'll post pictures next month. 

Randy

[Mule Skin Horn Wrap]

Thanks for all the comments and suggestions. Based on this discussion, I plan to use a burgundy latigo wrap with the rough side out. If he doesn't like it, switching to mule should be easy enough.

I made a lot (seemed like it) of money hauling hay when I was younger. Now hay haulers in our area are on the endangered species list, thus chaps don't seem necessary.

Take care,

Randy

[Mule Skin Horn Wrap]

I am working on a saddle with a wood post horn. I want to wrap it with mule skin, but all I can find is gray. Does it come in other colors? Is there a suitable substitute in burgundy? Thanks,

Randy

[Swell Cover Tips]

Thanks Ron,

It was a lot of tooling, but an enjoyable project.

Randy

[Swell Cover Tips]

Ron, 

Here's the finished saddle. 

Randy

[Sig P320 X FIVE LEGION]

Really nice work.

Randy 

[Glue for Foam]

On 4/6/2022 at 11:17 AM, Samalan said:

That's why I said 90 twice 77 will not work it's 90 or like Dwight said weldwood it's just that weldwood is a bitch to use on foam if you have a lot to do but again don't use 77 I cant talk about gorilla glue I don't use it at all.

@SamalanI am not questioning your experience, but just wanted more details regarding 3M77. I am getting ready to glue some foam on a boat seat and just happened to have a couple cans on the shelf. The 3M77 is labeled for foam. Is it the type of foam that causes an issue? I can buy 3M90, but wanted more information on your experiences. Thanks,

Randy

[Issues with freight]

1 hour ago, TomE said:

A few weeks ago, HO told me they were at maximum production capacity and not taking on new customers at this time.   

They still aren't. I called yesterday.

RT