Members TomLine Posted March 12, 2009 Members Report Posted March 12, 2009 I think I need some kind of jig to mould the cover of a pistol magazine pouch. I have in my head that it's "U" shaped and I can press a magazine or block into it to get the shape right. Quote
Contributing Member TwinOaks Posted March 12, 2009 Contributing Member Report Posted March 12, 2009 wood or poly- cutting board of the appropriate thickness, cut to the shape of the magazine. Quote
Members TrooperChuck Posted March 12, 2009 Members Report Posted March 12, 2009 Tom: Here's what I use to mold things like magazine pouches or pocket knife cases. I made it from scrap wood. Soak a 4"x5" piece of 6 or 8 oz. leather in water, then put it over the plug. Push the top of the mold down on it, and clamp it with several spring clamps. Let it dry overnight. Take it out of the mold, trim the edges to shape, and sew it to a back piece. Hope this helps. Quote
Contributing Member Jordan Posted March 12, 2009 Contributing Member Report Posted March 12, 2009 I would add that if you place a piece of saran or plastic wrap over the leather it will reduce the chances of any contact with stuff that would stain or discolor the wet leather. Quote
rhall Posted March 12, 2009 Report Posted March 12, 2009 Tomline I do them like Trooper ,I make the form of the Item and attach it to 1/2" plywood,I aiso make the Top piece to clamp the cased leather over the form! I put about three coats of Poly on both pieces ,sanding between coats that way they release easily and are not affected by the wet Leather.You may use them over and over!Hopr this helps....Thats why you end up with a basement full of wood working tools!LOL Quote
Members TrooperChuck Posted March 12, 2009 Members Report Posted March 12, 2009 Jordan: The suggestion of plastic wrap over the leather to protect is a great idea. I'm gonna start doing that. Thanks for sharing it. Chuck Quote
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