I want to know what is used to make the edges VERY VERY glossy.

[theholst]

I want an edge like Galco.

Can someone EXPLAIN the proccess?

Thanks!

[Rawhide]

Can you be a little more specific? Can you post pictures of the holster you would like the edge of?

Marlon

[theholst]

Hmmmm. I cannot find a picture.... But I Believe I can describe it fairly well.

They have a edge that looks like a "clear-coat" finish. Its very thick but VERY VERY SMOOTH.

I want to know how to do the following....

How do you smooth the edges.... I am a commercial dealer and want to make it look professional. I cant risk getting the product dirty.

I want to know what is used to make the edges VERY VERY glossy. Is there a die that makes it glossy? It dont look like they die it......

This help? in the meantime I will look for a picture.

[Rawhide]

To get the edge smooth you have to slick the edge, The edge does look dyed, but that's usually not what makes it shiny. It's usually a finish or topcoat that makes it shiny. Do a search on the forum for dying or slicking edges. there are a pleathora of methods to do it, you have to find one that works for you.

What I do is round the edge with an edging tool from Ron's Tools (front and back). Then I wet the edge with water (just the edge), and then rub quickly with some cut up blue jean fabric that's impregnated with parrafin wax. Next I use a small edge dying roller from Chaylor Fenneli to dye the edge. Then I finish the entire project with a top coat. Usually Fiebings Tan-Kote.

Marlon

[glennaycock]

Look at these excellent tutorials/threads:

http://leatherworker...pic=16609&st=30

http://leatherworker...showtopic=18101

Doh, just realized this was 3 years old ...

Edited November 29, 2010 by glennaycock