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    I have been using the flesh side of scrap leather for burnishing, never had canvas.
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    Both layers were flat when I glued them together. I tried something different. Normally I use a thinner leather liner, and glue it to the outer after it has been formed.
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    Congrats on the upcoming opening! I like those bags, you did a great job, all the way down to the hardware. What are they used for? They almost look like equipment bags. Is that going to be the main body of your inventory?
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    That is very well done! How much leather did it take?
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    A member on another forum needed a left hand holster for his hunting pistol. One of the places he went to said it would be a custom job, take an extra 6 weeks, cost more, and no warranty or returns. So, I stepped in and helped him out. First time working with a scoped pistol, and a first time chest rig. While I was working it out on paper, I got an idea for something different, and he was all for it. Holster is made with 5-6 oz inside and out, and 6 points of adjustment for maximum options. Medium brown Fiebings dye with a touch of saddle tan, and dark brown Fiebings around the edges. The holster can also unsnap from the harness, and be worn on a belt.
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    It was a Tandy side, Craftsman Oak I think. And the leather would have been from the bend area. The first thing I did when I got the side, was trim it down to a manageable size, leaving the bend for holsters.
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    @maxdaddy-Soft cloth would work fine, it is going to cause friction=heat, and spread the wax... in theory. And I grew up on the Space Coast for the first 40something years. Moved to Ga, and all you can find is Mexican food. Cuban Espresso is also a no-go. And do you have any idea how long it takes to train a non English speaking Cuban to fill a full sized cup with Espresso?
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    When I'm using a heavier leather outside, and a lighter liner, it isn't much of an issue. But I recently did a holster with 5/6oz inside and out. After gluing the layers and bending it over, the inside wrinkled worse than an old woman after a long bath really bad. Is there a way to prevent this, or is it even an issue?
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    @maxdaddy-Beans and chicken are easy, it's getting a good MediaNoche samich that's impossible! As for your bee's wax sealant, maybe try chucking a stick in a drill, and wrapping the end with cloth to buff the wax in?
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    Hello from a former Cracker! I love the way that cabinet came out, that is awesome! It looks like you have a good grasp on what you're doing, keep it up! And if you could, send some Cubans this way? I miss the food and espresso
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    While he isn't local, I shot Arbalet a message. His work is absolutely amazing, and he is also a member.
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    @Halitech- Looked at his website, but he is working with plastics, not brass. Can't use plastic for branding...
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    On the cards, I'm going to shop local printshops tomorrow. The curved punches, i looks like they are out of the 10mm, so I'll wait. The wife... well, it doesn't hurt to have an attaboy in the bank. Besides, if I can figure out how to do them conceal purses, I'll be covered up in orders. As for the stamp, I'll look into studio-n.
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    I've been planning on it. I have a couple checks burning a hole in my pocket, but I'm also looking at getting some leather to start the wife's purse, business cards, and maybe even a logo stamp. But yeah, it is time to stop fooling around with hand cutting those curves.
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    I did a western gunbelt once. I didn't have a dremel, but I did have a carpenter's hammer and finishing nails. Despite the extremely amateur approach, it came out ok for my first attempt at leather working.
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    @Halitech- I think the biggest reason, or reasons, I didn't do that, is that I don't have the nice rounded punches, and second, I'm likely to get carried away and screw the whole thing up. For instance, I thought about curving the sides in and reducing the width of the back. All that would likely accomplish is, making it too narrow. All it takes is one brain fart to ruin hours of work
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    @Halitech- That's a thought that sort of occurred to me too. I think I will do that in the morning, before I ship it off. Thanks!
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    A member on another forum referred another member to me. After years of dropping his tape and tearing his pockets, he wanted a leather tool pouch for a Stanley FatMax tape, a mini mag lite, and a carpenters pencil. I drew up an initial idea, scrapped it because it was way to big, and tried again. I came up with this- 5/6 oz leather back and tape cradle, 8 oz welt, 3/4 oz mag lite loop and pocket face. And, just in case he still had a case of the dropsies, I gave him a rotating strap to keep the tape from jumping out. Saddle tanned and oiled it with neatsfoot compound.
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    I think the loop on the holster is a bit too wide, but that is just me. Otherwise, it is a very clean, good looking set. You did a great job!
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    I have done 7-10 holsters in the last year. It is about 50/50 between belt clip and either snap down or sewn loop. 1 of those had slots, curved slots no less. And I used curved slots, not because they looked pretty, but so the guy could adjust the angle of draw on his small of back holster. I can't tell you how much time I spent on those slots, but it was too much. But, the slot punches are about $40-$130. That is my leather budget. So, for the time being, when I have a straight slot to do, I'll punch 2 holes, and use my knife and straight edge to do them. But yeah, it would be nice to just whack a punch and be done!
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    That is kinda cool, I've never seen that before.
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    That looks great! I'm curious about the lacing on the backsides, what is that for?
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    I spent a lot more than 30 minutes on a pair of slots, and yeah, it would be easier to just do it with a punch the size you want. If you have the money, get it, Texas dies, will make it the size you want. I personally don't do enough holsters with them to buy the punch yet.
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    If you are on Facebook, you might want to try them yourself. I've had the number for a couple weeks now, and can never remember to call. 423-619-6695
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    CaptQuirk replied to compound's topic in Figure Carving

    I'm glad you caught that, I didn't realize you were In Czechoslovakia... and to be honest, not even folks who speak English natively catch my attempt at wit. You have a better command of the language than a lot who were born here! I will, also add, that is an amazing amount of detail, for me to even notice the hobble... or hoof cuffs
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