Lobo Posted July 8, 2009 Author Report Posted July 8, 2009 That is the best work I've seen you produce, LOBO. Any pimp or rookie cop would be proud to own that one! Well, thank you, sir. I don't claim to be an artist. I don't even claim to be a craftsman. Occasionally something gets out of my mouth (or off of my keyboard) that comes back to me and I have to accept responsibility for it. Touche. I think I'll let you take the pimp and rookie cop market, and I'll just settle for the occasional reproduction of classic styles and patterns for those who appreciate them. Best regards. Quote Lobo Gun Leather serious equipment for serious business, since 1972 www.lobogunleather.com
Members BOOMSTICKHolsters Posted July 8, 2009 Members Report Posted July 8, 2009 I think I'll let you take the pimp and rookie cop market, and I'll just settle for the occasional reproduction of classic styles and patterns for those who appreciate them. I would do that, but "Pimp-Stick Holsters" sounds silly. I'm just having a little fun with you for the shot you took at me a while back. Whether you are an artist, a craftsman, or something entirely different, there is nothing wrong with taking pride in workmanship; a good looking rig isn't any less functional than a plain one (sometimes they're actually better if the differences serve a purpose). I have a genuine admiration for the original designers and holster makers as well. I am attempting to do what they did in their time; strive to improve both my craftsmanship and my designs as the needs of shooters evolve and become more refined. There is more than one way to appreciate the efforts of our predecessors, just like there is more than one way to build a holster. If reproductions are what you enjoy building, I hope you continue to excel at them and carve a niche out for yourself in the holster market. That really is the nicest piece I have seen you post here. My regards to you, Sir. Quote
Lobo Posted July 9, 2009 Author Report Posted July 9, 2009 (edited) I would do that, but "Pimp-Stick Holsters" sounds silly. I'm just having a little fun with you for the shot you took at me a while back. Whether you are an artist, a craftsman, or something entirely different, there is nothing wrong with taking pride in workmanship; a good looking rig isn't any less functional than a plain one (sometimes they're actually better if the differences serve a purpose). I have a genuine admiration for the original designers and holster makers as well. I am attempting to do what they did in their time; strive to improve both my craftsmanship and my designs as the needs of shooters evolve and become more refined. There is more than one way to appreciate the efforts of our predecessors, just like there is more than one way to build a holster. If reproductions are what you enjoy building, I hope you continue to excel at them and carve a niche out for yourself in the holster market. That really is the nicest piece I have seen you post here. My regards to you, Sir. When the day comes that we lose that degree of admiration for those who came before us, those who solved all the real problems involved, and left for us truly inspirational pieces to emulate, that is the day that we should shut down our little shops and do other things with our time. I am enjoying making accurate reproductions of a 90-year old holster design, while improving on it in several ways that the original makers never would have thought of, as no one ever asked them to do so. I am enjoying having modern artists recreate the original carving patterns displayed on Mr. Tom Threepersons' personal holster, which no other modern maker has done to my knowledge. Meanwhile, I continue to operate a small business turning out 20 to 30 production items per week in my little shop on the south bank of the Arkansas River in Pueblo, Colorado. I continue to receive 8 to 10 e-mail inquiries per day, some of which result in interesting custom work that challenges me to do more every day and every week. Every day is a new day, with new opportunities and challenges. I am an old man, with 8 grandchildren and a (nearly year-old) great-grandson. Life is good for me. I hope that life will always be good for you, sir. Edited July 9, 2009 by Lobo Quote Lobo Gun Leather serious equipment for serious business, since 1972 www.lobogunleather.com
Members AKRob Posted July 30, 2009 Members Report Posted July 30, 2009 (edited) Photo wit hgun in them would be really helpful Yes, we see why you wanted other people's photos: to claim as your own work. This "Nobearsyet " AKA: George Barned Or George Barnes posted the Tom Threeperson holster and some of Black Hills Leather Holsters as being HIS OWN, on another forum. He was banned from that forum. http://singleactions.proboards.com/index.c...amp;thread=1171 I've got no skin in this game, but hate a thief and a dumb one at that. Rob Leahy Simply Rugged Holsters Edited July 30, 2009 by AKRob Quote
Billsotx Posted July 31, 2009 Report Posted July 31, 2009 (edited) Yes, we see why you wanted other people's photos: to claim as your own work.This "Nobearsyet " AKA: George Barned Or George Barnes posted the Tom Threeperson holster and some of Black Hills Leather Holsters as being HIS OWN, on another forum. He was banned from that forum. http://singleactions.proboards.com/index.c...amp;thread=1171 I've got no skin in this game, but hate a thief and a dumb one at that. Rob Leahy Simply Rugged Holsters So we've been exposed to a holster-maker impersonator? Oh, brother! ... Edited July 31, 2009 by Billsotx Quote
Members AKRob Posted July 31, 2009 Members Report Posted July 31, 2009 (edited) So we've been exposed to a holster-maker impersonator? Oh, brother! ... To be clear: nobearsyet has been exposed as a thief & a liar. He claimed he worked for Black Hills Leather at one time he showed pictures of Black Hills holsters , from their website as his own work. I called Rudy Lazzaro, the owner, Of Black Hills Leather, he's never heard of this guy. He has a small family & friends type of operation. George "nobearsyet" also claimed the Tom Threepersons holster above as HIS own work. That's so bizarre as to be funny. I'm not quite sure how you took anything to imply you, sir. check the link I posted. Rob Edited July 31, 2009 by AKRob Quote
Billsotx Posted July 31, 2009 Report Posted July 31, 2009 To be clear: nobearsyet has been exposed as a thief & a liar. He claimed he worked for Black Hills Leather at one time he showed pictures of Black Hills holsters , from their website as his own work. I called Rudy Lazzaro, the owner, Of Black Hills Leather, he's never heard of this guy. He has a small family & friends type of operation. I'm not quite sure how you took anything to imply you, sir. check the link I posted. Rob Oh, I got it Rob! I looked at your link. I didn't think you implied it was me. I think I know what Obama would say about such an impostor too ... LOL! Quote
Members AKRob Posted July 31, 2009 Members Report Posted July 31, 2009 Oh, I got it Rob! I looked at your link. I didn't think you implied it was me. I think I know what Obama would say about such an impostor too ... LOL! Whew, I didn't want anyone to think I was painting with a broad brush. All the Best, Rob Quote
Lobo Posted July 31, 2009 Author Report Posted July 31, 2009 Folks, I would appreciate a little clarification on the last few posts. I'm not clear on what is being implied. Just who is being accused of presenting others' work as their own? Thanks in advance for further enlightenment. Quote Lobo Gun Leather serious equipment for serious business, since 1972 www.lobogunleather.com
Members AKRob Posted July 31, 2009 Members Report Posted July 31, 2009 this guy "nobearsyet" real name George Barnes, is posting photos of other peoples work on other forums and claiming it as his own work while soliciting for business. I cannot make it any clearer than that. Rob Quote
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