Peterk Report post Posted February 9, 2009 Hello all, Where can you get those tension screws you see on some holsters, that are installed near the trigger guard on the leather and can be adjusted to loosen or tighten the "hold" on the gun? Thanks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ArcherBen Report post Posted February 10, 2009 I've been wondering the same thing. Hopefully somebody that has used these will chime in. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jordan Report post Posted February 10, 2009 I have used Chicago screws with a fairly thick soft rubber washer between the layers of leather. There are probably screws out there that are designed for tension use but my rendition seems to work alright. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MADMAX22 Report post Posted February 10, 2009 On one of my holsters for my MP40 they just used a tnut and a screw with a grommet style rubber washer in the middle. This some pics, it is a Desantis holster. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HarryB Report post Posted February 10, 2009 I have used an 8-32 flathead or filisterhead screw with a finish washer on the front and the female part of a Chicago screw on the back IF it is American made. If not its going to be metric threads of some sort. I use a short piece of clear plastic tubing for the spacer/tensioner. You can cut it as long or as short as you need. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peterk Report post Posted February 11, 2009 thanks guys... I was hoping for a simple solution but looks like I will have experiment with the options you guys suggested by piece-mealing. If anyone knows of a simpler, one stop shop solution please feel free to chime in. Jordan, if you don't mind, where did you get your chicago screws and thick rubber washer from? Thank you! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Greybeard Report post Posted February 11, 2009 Just a question on this subject, Any one use a Teflon screw to prevent backing out of the screw? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peterk Report post Posted February 11, 2009 Just a question on this subject, Any one use a Teflon screw to prevent backing out of the screw? I was asking the same exact question tonight to a friend whilst he was letting me run all over the gun store he works at looking at all the Galco, Bianchi, etc. holsters with tension screws on. By examination and by his experience, the rubber washer/grummet used in between the two leather halves actually pushes the leather halves apart, thus putting pressure on the screw and post (which by the way, were all chicago screw setups just like what Jordan had suggested earlier this thread) and keeps the screw in place. I figured if the need is there, I can always put a dab of locktite on it after I find the proper tension. Anyway, just sharing what I found out tonight. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jordan Report post Posted February 11, 2009 Tandy for the screws and a hardware/homecenter for the washers Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peterk Report post Posted February 11, 2009 Tandy for the screws and a hardware/homecenter for the washers Thank you Jordan, What height chicago screws, and thickness of washer do you use? When I pulled one apart at the store yesterday the screw post was 1/2" tall and the rubber washer was probably 1/4" - 3/8" thick. I guess there'll be some trial and error involved (I use mainly 7-8oz leather) depending on leather... Tandy online only carries nickle ones so I will have to search for black. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jordan Report post Posted February 12, 2009 The tandy by me carries black, I think there is three sizes, I bought the midsize, and use a small machinist vice to hold the pieces if I need to use a small file on them to shorten them for thinner applications. The metal is quite soft so filing is pretty quick and as long as I keep the angles true there is no adverse effects when scewing them together. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peterk Report post Posted February 12, 2009 The tandy by me carries black, I think there is three sizes, I bought the midsize, and use a small machinist vice to hold the pieces if I need to use a small file on them to shorten them for thinner applications. The metal is quite soft so filing is pretty quick and as long as I keep the angles true there is no adverse effects when scewing them together. Thanks Jordan. I bought 1/2" and 3/8" versions yesterday online and will try them out once I get them. The 1/2" may be too long but I can always use them for mag carrier applications. Now to hunt down some rubber washers of the right size... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luke Hatley Report post Posted February 12, 2009 PETERK.......CHECK OUT THE "FAUCET WASHERS" IN THE PLUMMING DEPT. SOME ARE BEVELED AND THERE ARE OTHERS THAT OR FLAT............ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peterk Report post Posted February 12, 2009 PETERK.......CHECK OUT THE "FAUCET WASHERS" IN THE PLUMMING DEPT.SOME ARE BEVELED AND THERE ARE OTHERS THAT OR FLAT............ Thank you much! I'll check it out today. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dwight Report post Posted February 13, 2009 As you finish, . . . everything else done, . . . wrap the threads with two wraps of teflon tape. It will prevent the screws backing out because of the pressure of the washer. May God bless, Dwight Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Leather Bum Report post Posted February 13, 2009 Good point, Dwight. Thanks for that tip. I would imagine it would be a good practice when using Chicago screws on a belt as well. . .? L'Bum Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peterk Report post Posted February 13, 2009 (edited) Any idea where to find this part? Mainly for aesthetics... Edited February 13, 2009 by Peterk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jordan Report post Posted February 13, 2009 I have seen them at auto parts stores for interior trim attachments and also at hardware stores. There are some specialty stores around that sell all kinds of nuts bolts and fasteners That type of finish washer is also used in the boating industry a lot. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TwinOaks Report post Posted February 13, 2009 Hardware store. Sometimes they are called "cup washers", or at least that what folks in these parts call them..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Billsotx Report post Posted February 13, 2009 Hardware store. Sometimes they are called "cup washers", or at least that what folks in these parts call them..... Finish washers Lowes or Home Depot. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tonyc1 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 Yes, we call them Cup Washers also. Pretty easy to find, even our little local store has them in brass and chrome. Tony. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peterk Report post Posted February 14, 2009 Thanks guys! Now I can add another detail/feature to my holsters. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
