Members dickf Posted October 6, 2009 Members Report Posted October 6, 2009 I finally decided to give Kevin @ Springfield a call and ordered a full side of his Hermann Oak. I wish I would have done it sooner, as this stuff is a dream to work with. I find it easy to cut, and it molds better than any other leather I've tried. The grain is nice and deep, which yields a great looking finished product. The leather is wonderful, and between working with the material and talking to Kevin on the phone, he's earned a loyal customer in me. My neverending hunt for better leather is over...finally! As usual, comments/critiques welcome. Leather - 7-8oz Hermann Oak Color - Fiebings dark brown Finish - resolene, slightly diluted Quote US GUNLEATHER www.usgunleather.com twitter.com/usgunleather facebook.com/USGUNLEATHER
Lobo Posted October 6, 2009 Report Posted October 6, 2009 Exceptionally nice work. Quote Lobo Gun Leather serious equipment for serious business, since 1972 www.lobogunleather.com
Members gearjammer711 Posted October 6, 2009 Members Report Posted October 6, 2009 what process do you use to burnish the edge? I got a side of HO from Kevin and I can not get it to burnish like the leather I got at first from Tandy. Quote
Members dustin29 Posted October 6, 2009 Members Report Posted October 6, 2009 That is one of the nicest holsters I have ever seen. Very nice! Quote
Members TexasJack Posted October 7, 2009 Members Report Posted October 7, 2009 Very nice looking holster! Quote
Members brinyar Posted October 7, 2009 Members Report Posted October 7, 2009 Nice holster. Good even color. Those are great pictures, too. It is nice to see good, close up pictures of peoples work. I think you have convinced me to try out Hermann Oak for my next side, also. I haven't been very happy with the last two sides of the leather I have been using. Quote
Members dickf Posted October 7, 2009 Author Members Report Posted October 7, 2009 Thank you for the compliments! Each one I build seems to get better and better. @gearjammer - I use the same process to burnish it as I do for any other leather. After the edges are sanded and beveled, I use a slightly wet sponge to wet them, and rub them with a Sharpie. I can typically get them pretty shiney with just water. After that, I go back and do the same thing with pure beeswax in place of the water. A light buff with a small cloth and a piece of nylon stocking, and we're in business. @brinyar - I've seen your work, so I value your opinion greatly. The Hermann Oak is really nice. I know some people prefer the Wickett & Craig (which is what I think you are using), but after trying this stuff, I have no desire to switch. One thing I have been looking for is the really deep grain I see some people have on their work. This leather provides that, and it drinks up the dye. I'm very happy with it. Quote US GUNLEATHER www.usgunleather.com twitter.com/usgunleather facebook.com/USGUNLEATHER
Members BOOMSTICKHolsters Posted October 7, 2009 Members Report Posted October 7, 2009 Your best work yet, I think. It sure helps to use good material, huh? Quote
Members BOOMSTICKHolsters Posted October 7, 2009 Members Report Posted October 7, 2009 (edited) I think you have convinced me to try out Hermann Oak for my next side, also. I haven't been very happy with the last two sides of the leather I have been using. My last couple have been sub par as well. They are difficult to cut with a head knife, and they are causing my boning folders to drag. Is this the same problem you're having? It's driving me nuts, 'cause when they get it right, there is nothing out there better, but they aren't always consistent. Edited October 7, 2009 by BOOMSTICKHolsters Quote
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