leatherquestions

I wouldn't put any slack in the loop. The leather will stretch to accomodate the belt. You don't want a loose magazine pouch. Anyway, that's how I make mine, but, I'm not criticizing your technique. Everyone has their own style. Overall I'd say I would not hesitate to buy your product. It's very well done. Tip

Stitching looks good. The finished project looks real good. Tip

Excellent work on both projects. Tip

You did a very nice job. It should last forever if taken care of, and she'll always know it was made just for her. I hope to see more of your work. So far I've seen holsters and a purse. And, if you are new to leatherworking, you have an inate talent for it. Tip

Well done. You incorporated the theme very well. Tip

Super and superb. I wish I had the talent and skill to carve. The way yours comes out it's almost like 3-D. Great! Tip

Both projects look great! I can really see the improvement between the first and second. I use lacing more than stitching on most projects. I think it adds something to a project that makes it stand out. Keep goin. Tip

Simple, clean & servicable, good stitching. It should last a lot longer than the phone. And most of all, it's an individual, stand out style. Templates don't matter sometimes when an idea hits you. Tip

Good work. I could never do something that small, much less the intricate work within those lines. Tip

Awesome! I wouldn't mind having it installed on my Harley. Great job!

Great job on all 3, saddle, scabbard and bags. What did you use for padding in the scabbard?

I use a hand press machine. You can buy them from Tandy (expensive) or check out sales of cobbler supplies. Every shoe shop has at least one of them (I have four). Also look for going out of business ads. Tip

About my age I would say, Lobo. When I bought my first 1911 it cost $200 and that was with a OWB and 4 boxes of ammo included! Tip

Try Pilgrim Machine for Manuals for operation and repair. They have manuals going back several generations. Tip

Yes, it is a cobblers groover for stitch lines. I have used both types, cutting blade like this and grooving blade. It's use depends on the weight of the material being stitched and what type shoe sole you're stitching. The type in the picture would be used on dress sjhoes with a thinner leather sole than boots or work shoes. Tip

Go to: ushist.com quartermasterdepot.com ccsutlery.com quartermastershop.com sutlers.co.uk ushist.com is the best I think, but you can google "us cavalry uniforms (insert year)" and you will also find pictures. I've done a lot of research on cav leather for myself and other reenactors. Tip

I'd like a ticket too, please. I like surprises.

Nice rig. Tip

Nice! Are you going to run the strap under the grip over the triggerguard or the traditional over the back of the frame (where a hammer would be? Excellent work. Tip

Try Pilgrim Machine for literature. They may even have the Operator Manual.

I have three of those of differing arm lengths but none of mine have the flatbed. Does that remove from the machine or is it a part of the casing?

I had a McKay lockstitch machine similar to that in my shoe repair shop. Mine was Landis. It sews the sole of dress shoes from the inside of the shoe. If you have a flatbed for it you can use it to stitch just about anything from harneass to holsters.

You might try Pilgrim Machine and sewe if they have anything about it. When I had my shoe repair business all my equip was antique (by many generations) and they were very helpful with literature.

I'm new here and I think this site is a gold mine! I have been looking for a site like this for years and I'm glad Ifound it. I started leatherworking 40 years ago in the Army and continued off & on since then. Then I got interested in shoe repair, bought a shop, was doing good, then times got good and people would rather buy Wal Mart than invest in good shoes! Closed the shop but continued my leatherworking.Since my Army time I have made my own leatherware, from belts and wallets to holsters. Now I'm disabled but still do leathercraft. It relaxes me. Anyway, just wanted to let you know I'm fascinated with this site. It's great. I'm looking forward to new ideas, projects and friends. Leatherquestions is kinda long, my friends call me Tip. Seeya later.

Very nice work. You obviously have had a lot of practice.