carljc72

All dummies have been sold. Thank you everyone.

As of this moment, the remainder of the dummy guns are pending.

Updated list: Guns DiamondBack380Duncans CustomsPending Glock 21FS HK45 HKP30 HKUSP Compact 9mm KahrPM40 w/CTLGDuncans Customs Kimber 1911 4" railedDuncans Customs Para1911 4" Single StackDuncans CustomsPending RugerSR9 Pending RugerGP100 S&W4006TSW S&W60-3 S&W5906 S&W19 2.5"Duncans Customs S&W908Duncans CustomsPending SigP229 SigP250 SigP220 SigP239 TaurusJudge 3"Duncans CustomsPending Taurus85 Taurus1911 5" railedDuncans Customs Taurus709 SlimDuncans Customs WaltherPPK/S Pending Magazines DiamondBack380Duncans Customs Glock36 Glock34Duncans Customs SigP250CDuncans Customs TaurusPT145Duncans Customs

Hey ladies and gents. I just put a post in the misc. section of the for sale items listing roughly 40 dummy guns. I have gotten a lot of great advise from this group so I thought I would at least give a heads up. We will probably have more items to come later as we are closing up shop. We are going to finish out all orders for our customers and then sell most everything. Thank you, Carl

I have the following dummy guns for sale. The guns are $25 shipped and the mags are $15 shipped. We can combine shipping on multiple items. The guns are Rings Blue Guns unless stated Duncans Customs. All guns have been used in holster making and most have the front sight removed to be able to tape on a dowel rod for the sight channnel. All are still in good shape, unfortunately we have gone out of business. We can accept PayPal or all 4 major credit cards (by phone). Please PM through this site or email at info@ccholsters.com. Please give me a day or so to respond. I work a full time job as well as trying to wrap up the last of our orders. Thank you for looking, Carl. Guns BrowningHigh Power C&L DiamondBack380Duncans Customs FNP9Duncans Customs Glock 19 Glock 21FS Glock 21 HK45 HKP30 HKP7M8 HKUSP Compact 9mm KahrPM9Duncans Customs KahrPM40 w/CTLGDuncans Customs Kimber 1911 4" railedDuncans Customs Para1911 4" Single StackDuncans Customs RugerSR9RugerGP100 RugerLCRDuncans Customs RugerSP101 3"Duncans Customs RugerLCP S&WM&P40C S&W4006TSW S&W60-3S&W5906 S&W19 2.5"Duncans Customs S&W66 6"Duncans Customs S&W908Duncans Customs SigP229 SigP250 SigP220 SigP238Duncans Customs SigP239 Springfield XD 40 Compact TaurusJudge 3"Duncans Customs Taurus85 Taurus1911 5" railedDuncans Customs Taurus709 SlimDuncans Customs TaurusPT145Duncans Customs WaltherPPSDuncans Customs WaltherPPK/S Wilson CombatPro 1911Duncans Customs Magazines DiamondBack380Duncans Customs Glock36 Glock34Duncans Customs SigP250CDuncans Customs TaurusPT145Duncans Customs

Thank you, I will have to try to find it. Carl

Hi all, does anyone have templates or construction details for a cigar case. I would like to make one that is two peice and holds around 3 cigars. I have seen a couple but no details on how to make/fit/form. I have made a few holsters but this style of project is new to me. Thanks in advance for any help or suggestions. Carl

Sold. Thank you. Shipping today.

Tippmann Boss for sale. Under 2 years old. Used for part time holster making. Still have original box, tool kit and needles, extra bobbins, center foot and roller edge guide. We purchased an Artisan Toro 3200 so do not use the Boss anymore. In good shape (and wife prefers it over the Artisan). $750 plus shipping. My cell is 816-244-1671, please leave a message and I can call you back. Thank you. Carl

I use a round knife for cutting my leather and file folders for patterns. Tight radius cuts are the hardest to make smooth. If the radius is pretty tight, I will use a round punch and then cut away from the curve in each direction. A little sanding will smooth it all out. Carl

Monica, I did the exact same thing. I bought a harbor freight arbor press($40) and had some holes machined by a guy I work with(free). I bought a set of line 24 snap dies from Tandy ($60) so I thought I was home free for about $100. WRONG. Line 24 snap dies will not work with Pull the Dot sockets. I had to buy one more individual die which I got from Dot ($75 for one die). So I am finally in business for a buck 75. Like sharpshooter, I use it to punch holes for t-nuts, set rivets, etc... By the way, you can use the old setter you have been using in the arbor press with out any extra modifications. Just pull the handle instead of swinging the handle.. I could never go back to the old way again and I am sure your volume is much larger than mine. Carl

Monica, Do you still have 1 set left? If so, I will take them off your hands. Thanks, Carl

Does anyone out there have a Taurus Judge 2.5" Dummy that they would be willing to lease to me? I need to make one holster and do not have access to the real thing. Duncan's is out and Ring's does not make the 2.5". I have the pattern already and will only need the mold for a day or 2. Thank you, Carl

I realize that everyone should be entitled to their own opinion. I just do not have the patience anymore to listen to the negative opinions thrown toward leatherworking and holster making. I had a lady ask me to make a holster for a suprise for her husband. As we discussed holster options, I mentioned exotics. As I listed the exotics I worked with, she stopped me when I said elephant. She proceeded to tell me how bad of a person I was by being involved in the killing of such large and noble creatures. Remember the my lack of patience...I politely told her..."we only use the baby elephants, not the big and noble ones." Monica, hold your head high when you tell people you make holsters and belts. Your work is compared to the greatest in the country in many forums. Carl

Here is where I got mine. Brenda was very helpful and turn around time was phenomenal. Laser Gift Creations Carl

Be careful on the amount of neatsfoot you apply. If you cross the line of too much, you end up with limp leather. I use neatsfoot on my oiled finish and I have ruined more than 1 holster by using too much. I have plenty if you want to "try it before you buy it". Carl

I did not vote...lol. So far I have not made up my mind completely. I have used shoulders and sides, but recently ordered my first back. I too am leaning towards backs for the size and density. I want to find "the good cut" that will be most versitile for me. I have added belts to my menu (not on my website yet) and would like to be able to make holsters and belts from the same cuts to cut down on space, time, overhead...Let me know how you decide. Carl

This my opinion on the Duncans's dummies. They are the correct size and dimensions but they are not as "clean" as Ring's guns. I usually spend 10-15 minutes with each one to clean it up with a belt sander and a dremel. I will continue to use them along with Ring's unless something drastic happens. I urge everyone that has an interest in a certain model to call Duncans and tell them what you are looking for. Once they get feedback/interest from 3 or 4 people, they will re-cast items not in stock or try to cast new items. +1 to BigRiverLeather on availability of the not so common guns. Just my $.02. Carl

I order direct from Rings and have been pleased with their service, but for the fastest service...Duncan's Customs. I call Luke and it ships the same day as long as I call in the morning. I use them both equally. Carl

I agree...you have to dye first and then stitch with white thread. I have used white thread on black holsters and it has come out really nice. Your thread on long "runs" (like on a belt) can start to get dirty or dingy looking as you go. At that point, backstitch a few threads and start with a new clean piece. A lot of this has to do with the type of dye and the dyeing method used. Carl

I am also in NW MO and use those items. I might be able to help with the snaps. PM Sent

I recently picked up a Boss and thought I was doing pretty well...time to go back to school I guess. I do not have a photo to share but I will try to come up with something soon. My hat is off to you both for getting the back stitching that clean. Carl

I agree with Mike. I use T-nuts with 6-32 screws and they hold just fine. There are no issues with strength.The only issue I have ever even heard of is the screws loosening up, but that is easily solved with a drop of loc-tite (blue not red) or clear fingernail polish. Carl

+1. I bought a slot punch from them to get the size I wanted. It cuts like butter and they were easy to work with. Here is a link: http://www.texascust...m/products.html Carl

I really like the sweeping, curving mouth reinforcement. Nice work. Carl