columbo Report post Posted August 2, 2009 from time to time, I have noticed that some of you'all talk of presses and pads. From the context, I take it you are speaking of some sort of press that helps with moulding instead of doing it my hand. Could someone take some time and show me what these look like and where you got it/made it??? I have read a lot from the forum and am learning a lot. Thanks for all your help. also, where would you get kydex for paddles? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
$$hobby Report post Posted August 2, 2009 (edited) if you have a harbor freight or similar look at this http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/disp...Itemnumber=1666 if you want Kydex, look for plastic suppliers in your area. if you dont mind mail orders, the google for suppliers Edited August 2, 2009 by $$hobby Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
troop Report post Posted August 2, 2009 from time to time, I have noticed that some of you'all talk of presses and pads. From the context, I take it you are speaking of some sort of press that helps with moulding instead of doing it my hand. Could someone take some time and show me what these look like and where you got it/made it??? I have read a lot from the forum and am learning a lot. Thanks for all your help.also, where would you get kydex for paddles? for kydex go to knifekits.com they have a pretty good variety and are the least expensive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ps0303 Report post Posted August 3, 2009 Scroll down on the first page of the holster topic and you'll find an excellent post about a homemade press. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ABC3 Report post Posted August 4, 2009 The press pads are somewhere around $50 each. I think 12"x12". ( I have two). If there is any interest I can supply the supplier. (email me). I have a 12 ton press from HF (not that you need one that large) & it works great. You will have to modify it some. No big deal. Good luck. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
columbo Report post Posted August 4, 2009 I got the idea, thanks to all. This is a great forum and you guys are refreshingly friendly. ya'll all offer great advise and don't judge. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dickf Report post Posted August 4, 2009 You can get the rubber pads here: http://www.mcmaster.com/#gum-rubber/=31iah1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
carljc72 Report post Posted August 4, 2009 I got mine from them as well. http://www.mcmaster.com/#8633k63/=31j83x is the exact product I bought. You can get an idea of what the pads look like from the pics in this thread: http://leatherworker.net/forum/index.php?s...=17832&st=0. There are a a few pics on page 2. Carl Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ABC3 Report post Posted August 4, 2009 I got 2 of the pads from them as well. Works great. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
