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Not sure if this is true but it sure is funny ! Animal Rights Activists protested Leather-Wearing at a BIKER rally… John stown, PA (Glossy News) - Local and state police scoured the hills outside rural John stown, Pennsylvania, after reports of three animal rights activists going missing after attempting to protest the wearing of leather at a large motorcycle gang rally this weekend. Two others, previously reported missing, were discovered by fast food workers "duct taped inside several fast food restaurant dumpsters," according to police officials. "Something just went wrong," said a still visibly shaken organizer of the protest. "Something just went horribly, horribly, wrong." The organizer said a group of concerned animal rights activist groups, "growing tired of throwing fake blood and shouting profanities at older women wearing leather or fur coats," decided to protest the annual motorcycle club event "in a hope to show them our outrage at their wanton use of leather in their clothing and motor bike seats." "In fact," said the organizer, "motorcycle gangs are one of the biggest abusers of wearing leather, and we decided it was high time that we let them know that we disagree with them using it.ergo, they should stop." According to witnesses, protesters arrived at the event in a vintage 1960's era Volkswagen van and began to pelt the gang members with balloons filled with red colored water, simulating blood, and shouting "you're murderers" to passers by. This, evidently, is when the brouhaha began. "They peed on me!!!" charged one activist. "They grabbed me, said I looked like I was French, started calling me 'La Trene', and duct taped me to a tree so they could pee on me all day!" Still others claimed they were forced to eat hamburgers and hot dogs under duress. Those who resisted were allegedly held down while several bikers "farted on their heads." Police officials declined comments on any leads or arrests due to the ongoing nature of the investigation; however, organizers for the motorcycle club rally expressed "surprise" at the allegations. "That's preposterous," said one high-ranking member of the biker organizing committee. "We were having a party, and these people showed up and were very rude to us. They threw things at us, called us names, and tried to ruin the entire event. So, what did we do? We invited them to the party! What could be more friendly than that? You know, just because we are all members of motorcycle clubs does not mean we do not care about inclusiveness. Personally, I think it shows a lack of character for them to be saying such nasty things about us after we bent over backwards to make them feel welcome." When confronted with the allegations of force-feeding the activists meat, using them as ad hoc latrines, leaving them incapacitated in fast food restaurant dumpsters, and 'farting on their heads,' the organizer declined to comment in detail. "That's just our secret handshake," assured the organizer. WHO in the heck is stupid enough to protest against a bunch of bikers???? They are lucky this is ALL that happened to them! =

Hi Adam, Been looking at your web site and your work. You're coming along very nice and you have the potential of becoming a world class holster maker. I am only going to say this once. Don't degrade you work by buying "C" grade leather from H.O. Do yourself and your customers a favor and purchase only the best you can afford, "A" grade from H.O. or Wickett and Craig's "Standard" grade. You will be amazed at how your holsters turn out. Other than that you are doing GREAT !! Keep up the good work !! Best Regards, Rhome DGL

Hi, I used HO 5 oz under the alligator for the front and 2 pc. 4oz for the back. Pressed and hand boned. Best, ~Rhome~ DGL

Very cool, well executed ! I like it a lot !!

Beautiful !! I only wish I could carve. That would be the one thing I'd really like to do again, is carve so I could make a holster as nice as yours ! Well done. Best, ~ Rhome ~ DGL

Well I made his and her loin cloths with some of the lion.... But I am going to make a mag holder and belt, I'm hoping they turn out. Alligator is scary to work with just because of it's cost, other than that little problem it's really no different than any other exotic except maybe that it is thin. Best, ~Rhome~ DGL

Hi everyone, hope you all had a nice holiday. I thought I'd post a pic or two of an alligator holster I just finished. Alligator is new to me so comments are welcome. Thanks for looking, ~ Rhome ~ DGL

Thanks Luke I'll check it out ! ~ Best Regards ~ Rhome DGL

Hello All, I'm looking for some easy open line 24 snaps. Is there such a beast ? If so where can I get them ? I've got this project going and I have tried the line 24 snaps from the "Leather Factory" and McMaster Carr but they seem to hard to open for what I'm working on. So any help would be appreciated. ~ Thanks ~ Rhome

No, BLR you're correct, but it also helps cover the deep down nerves in that part of the hip, as anything shorter will cause great discomfort. You see there's more to making holsters than what people think. Best, Rhome DGL

Hi, Browns can be a problem. For me I use Angelus dyes, I believe it is the color Spice for my browns. I had a conversation with the late great Lou Alessi and asked him how he gets such a beautiful even brown on his holsters. he told me that 1st he simply dips the leather in the dye. 2nd he sews the holster and forms it. 3rd he will re-dip the holster if needed. So far that simple method has worked out great for me. And I only do it that way with the brown colors. Every other color I just dip dye the holster when I'm done forming and drying it. I hope this helps. Best, Rhome DGL

You did a beautiful job !!!! Outstanding ! Best' Rhome DGL

Hi All, Here are a couple of holsters I have made for my customers and thought I'd share a few pics. The first is a special order, it is Cordovan with, shark with a heart . The second is my Elephant holster. Thanks, Rhome DGL www.desbiensgunleather.com

Yes I agree you usually don't see this type of art coming out of the U.S. When I lived in the Philippines I collected a lot of their art but Rhona's art is the best I have ever seen ! I wish I had a thimble full of her talent. I'm glad I ordered another piece. I invite you to go to : www.shanaayashanum.webs.com To view so fantastic artwork.

Hello All, I haven't posted for awhile now but I feel I should show you what I received in the mail today. Now, I make concealed holsters for a living so I love playing with leather. But this is totally out of my expertise. I have been communicating with Rhona Carantes for awhile now. I collect Filipino artwork and noticed Rhona here one day on LW. I checked out her site and liked what I saw. I love the designs she masterfully cuts into her leather clocks. But a picture is just a picture and as we all know can be doctored to look good. Well I contacted Rhona in the Philippines and we started talking about a clock I wanted to order. She made the whole process pain free due to her excellent communication skills. So I went ahead and ordered the "Sunburst Peacock" clock. That was in January well today it arrived and it is simply beautiful ! The pictures don't do it justice. It is so much more than I expected. I have seen a lot of art done to and on leather but this is totally out of the box in design and application.She makes these mater pieces from homemade leather tools and her patterns are in her mind.She designs her masterpieces as she feels inspired. So enjoy the pictures but remember the colors and artwork are better in person ! Thank You Sis, Well Done !! Best, Rhome DGL (www.desbiensgunleather.com)

Beautiful holster Bruce, as alway's. Best, Rhome DGL

That is actually a very nice holster....well done !

The next time you place an order with Rings Blue Guns tell them you are using the blue gun for holster making and to please NOT apply the final finish that allows the blue to adhere to the leather. That is what Johne Ring told me anyway. Best, Rhome

Welcome neighbor ! I'm not to far from you. Best, Rhome www.desbiensgunleather.com

Well My Ruger Vaqureo ( blued ) cylinder had several large rust spots after being in an El Paso saddlery holster suede lined after 2 days of storage in the holster. So if that counts as seeing first hand......Also I might add that the gun was oiled prior to leaving it in the holster so you can imagine my surprise when I saw the rusty cylinder.

Bree, Beautiful belt, I like the contrast with the black with white stitches. Now would you please tell me your secret on keeping the insde of the belt so nice and clean. I can't manage to keep mine as spotless as yours no matter how hard I try to keep my work area and stitcher clean and wearing latex gloves. Best, Rhome

Outstanding IMHO !! I must also say that when Bruce was at my shop I had the pleasure of seeing some of his other work and must admit that I think Bruce taught me more than I him. His is an outstanding leather artisan and human being and am proud to call him Friend. Best, Rhome

Very nice holster !

Bruce, you're more than welcome to come on down to my shop in Madera ( about 1hr from you ) and I'd be happy to show you what little I know about holster making. Best, Rhome