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    without the gun or a mold gun a pattern isn't going to do you much good...for the colt 1911 I'd buy a cheap airsoft pistol rather than buying the blue gun, if you plan on making more of these, you could consider the blue gun, but for a one n done holster, $15 is not too bad... https://www.amazon.com/BBTac-BT-1911A1-Spring-Airsoft-250-FPS/dp/B004B1MTSK/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1534043992&sr=8-5&keywords=colt+1911+co2+airsoft+pistol&dpID=41WlCQx590L&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch and use the @JLSleather pattern for the 4.25" colt... http://www.jlsleather.com/sdm_downloads/1911-holster-pattern-pancake-commander-4-25-inch/ and follow the directions for converting the pancake owb to iwb http://www.jlsleather.com/sdm_downloads/leather-holster-pattern-making-basic-iwb/ That should be all you'd need...post up pics when it's done so we can see how it turns out.
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    i bought the creaser and burner and denatured alcohol all on amazon, but separately...
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    I haven't tried the electric, but went with the alcohol as it was cheaper, I haven't had any issues with it, just have to remember to watch your lamp when moving around and not sit your creaser down on plastic etc...I use the lamp for my Maker's Mark and other stamps on leather that doesn't take water or impressions very well so it's served multiple purposes for me.
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    Beautiful rig
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    If you're short on room the pedestal stand is the way to go and worth the extra $$...if you need the support of a table there is and extension available as well. I love my stand, many times i just walk up to it and sew standing up for smaller projects like holsters, and have one of the adjustable bar stool chairs for bigger projects like bags or belts. I'm usually working with thick enough material that only requires a little support on the left side to keep it running where it needs to be. Another perk is the casters that come with, they're easy to maneuver and lock/unlock...had a few that i got going and realized i was going to hit the wall so unlock the caster up front and scoot back a foot or so, carry on then move back into place out of the way when done. I would also suggest getting something for a dust cover, even inside the house i found it helps cut down on lint and grime building up.
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    Definitely, I watched armitage grind one down and had an osbourne that arrived sharp as a butter knife so it sat in my drawer, I decided it wouldn't hurt to give it a go and in less than an hour it was Knight and day difference! I plan to set some more time aside to really work it over...
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    Hmm... You know @SolarLeatherMachines sells needles too... Probably would've cost the same and even for a buck or two more it would've been covered by the time it took to answer your question... Unless you're overseas and shipping was an issue? Ijs...
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    I'm curious as well and also would like to know if you can get the attachment for the 3200?
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    so glad my vacation through missouri was the first of last month! I wouldn't have made it past springfield and would've had to turn around and go home...lol
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    What part is the carrier? not the race right? Is it too early to call you?
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    This may end up being a needed solution, the shuttle driver on the 78-1 looks like it has been damaged. It's all back together and in time (kind of) but the bottom rounded end of the driver has been either broken off or ground off, this leave too much free play for the hook and is causing the thread to break when trying to finish the loop. I have not been able to find a replacement so for now this heavy beast is a pretty paperweight...
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    Sure thing, this is #69 bonded nylon thread from Eastern fashional life, with an emboidex spool holder, for needles I'm using the schmetz leather needles 18/110. I ordered all from Amazon and cost around $30 with free prime shipping.
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    I didn't see a post from @CowboyBob about this, but @joshhartung had a.gif on Instagram showing it... I'm curious as well, and like @JLSleatheri would've thought the kydex would crack or split or the needles would be snapping points... Was this a leather needle or a sharp etc?... Inquiring minds want to know lol.
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    I have one of these as well, it is a great machine and has sewn some things I wouldn't have believed, and it has left me frustrated at times as well. For someone just starting out, I think it's a good machine with many uses. I have $50 for mine in a cabinet with the accessory feet. I used it to sew the bag pictured below.. Just go slow and take your time... here is a pic of my machine
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    I wanna see
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    Here it is, had to look back on my posts...
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    I posted a template here somewhere that should work, just have to size it for the size of the ball
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    If you don't mind waiting for it, I got one from A.M. Leathercraft for $49. like i said, the lead time was a bit, but worth the wait. I've added the photo below, the link to his facebook has a bunch of finished products and order info.
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    they have a bunch of cool helpful calculators on that site, and even printable guides for angles, joining multiple pieces etc...
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    Well, i meant it as a half joke/half truth...honestly i think if it was a huge concern for many there would be a market niche already there selling these at regular stamp prices. In the end I think most folks figure out a way around it, or accept it as it is, but for the effect it would work. the standard basket weave stamp is one of the cheaper widely available ones, watch for garage sales (may even find a bench grinder, which I'd suggest before the angle grinder)
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    buy 2 or 3 of each and grind off the ends...lol?
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    I didn't need to retighten, just kept it snug as I went...the lacing gets tightened down by the one after it and if you dampen the lace a little with a wet rag as you go it sticks right where you put it... that is true, the instruction and theory are very helpful, but with out practical application and practice it doesn't go far...I think that is why we don't have as many younger generation leatherworkers...it takes diligence and practice and isn't as easy as swiping or clicking a button on a controller. Both of my kids, (15 & 5) have taken an interest, but get discouraged easily...just have to nudge them along and not force the issue if they're getting burned out...
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    so depending on what look you want, have you considered lacing? The mexican braid can be learned pretty easily and would look really nice on a raw outside seam...just have to punch the holes, but if you're hand stitching you're already doing that. Here's a starter video, it's how I learned and have used it on quite a few projects...all veg tan projects, but i hadn't thought about using it on a bag until recently...I'd downsize the lace and holes but it would look awesome and you can match or coord colors with the bag color...
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    true, lots less sewing, less complicated and easier to hide mistakes...lol... I just finished up this bag stitching so may get some scrap and play a little. are you hand stitching or have a machine? Flatbed or cylinder? Congrats and wish you many more!
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