The best thing about Angelus dye...

[Shorts]

I haven't mixed any different colors yet, but will throw some black into the light brown to see what I get. I do use the Angelus 600 acrylic finish. I usually dip everything, from dye to finish. Some of the posts about using an air brush have me interested in trying that method out, it will probably be awhile before I do that, though. Thanks for the tip on the Spice color, Boomstick, I'll order some sometime to try out.

I'm actually going to try the other way...from AB to dip.

Beautiful holsters

[RustyPhillips]

The best thing about Angelus dye...is that there seems to be little to no buffing required to remove the excess dye. When I use Fiebings it seems to take forever to buff it enough to prevent any rub-off. On the downside, the light brown is a little too reddish for my tastes.... Anyway, here are a couple of holsters I have done with Angelus light brown and jet black. Any comments are welcome.

Scott

really digging the holsters - great job

question - are the Glock and Kahr holsters sewed from the same pattern? looks like there's some extra leather on the Kahr.

[brinyar]

I used Wickett & Craig 6/7 oz leather for both.

I'll probably always dip dye as a first step, but would like to try the air brush to even out and keep the color consistent. Mainly for browns.

All my patterns are different for every gun. I do try to maintain the same basic style for everything, though. I do a lot of experimenting just to see how different designs work out. The Kahr holster is the second time I've tried a closed muzzle design for the K40. I know some people don't like them, but so far I like the stability the extra length provides.

Thanks for all the comments.

Edited May 30, 2009 by brinyar

[BOOMSTICKHolsters]

I like the stability that the extra length provides as well, but I also use a slot punch below where the muzzle will be so it is easier to clean and clear lint, dirt, etc.. 'Just something you might try if you think it will benefit you.

I dip the separate pieces before construction and then airbrush for a more even finish when doing browns, burgundy or saddle tan. It helps me with consistency on the lighter colors.

[ArtS]

Beautiful holsters! I like the reddish color of your first holster. Well done!

I hope I can make one that nice some day.

Art

[hidepounder]

Scott,

I'm not a holster guy.....but I'm very impressed with your workmanship. The stitching is nearly perfect....all your lines are very clean and your edges look good. But what really stands out to me is the finish. I's a little different color than everybody elses and I prefer it. The dye and finish both are very even, and I like the reddish hue. Great job!

Bob

[brinyar]

I've thought about punching a hole near the muzzle...but, I have to admit I don't like how it looks on some holsters. I might be bowing down to aesthetics more than I should on that.... I understand perfectly the logic of punching the slot to allow dirt and lent out easier. I will probably try it sometime.

[BOOMSTICKHolsters]

I've thought about punching a hole near the muzzle...but, I have to admit I don't like how it looks on some holsters...

That's the great thing about IWB holsters; nobody's gonna see 'um!!

[brinyar]

That's the great thing about IWB holsters; nobody's gonna see 'um!!

Good point!!!

[MADMAX22]

Jeez now I had to go and order some angelus dyes. Ahh well Ive been wanting to for a while.

Very nice looking holsters. You have some great attention to detail and excellent coloring.