Members dbusarow Posted November 1, 2010 Members Report Posted November 1, 2010 (edited) I have 8/9 and 4/5 oz on hand, is that overkill? I did one for a model 29 (44 Mag) 6 1/2" barrel out of a single layer of 8/10 English bridle. The owner loves it. 2 layers of 4/5 should be even sturdier than the single 8/10. Dan Edited November 1, 2010 by dbusarow Quote Dan Busarow dan@fishcreekleatherworks.com http://www.fishcreekleatherworks.com/
Members gregintenn Posted November 1, 2010 Members Report Posted November 1, 2010 I've made holsters for N frame Smith and Wessons. 8/9 oz leather is plenty heavy with no lining. Quote
Members katsass Posted November 1, 2010 Members Report Posted November 1, 2010 I have 8/9 and 4/5 oz on hand, is that overkill? I'd say that would be overkill. Although if it is an N Frame S&W, it may not be. Mike Quote NOTE TO SELF: Never try to hold a cat and an operating Dust buster at the same time!! At my age I find that I can live without sex..........but not without my glasses. Being old has an advantage.......nobody expects me to do anything in a hurry.
Members gregintenn Posted November 1, 2010 Members Report Posted November 1, 2010 I'd suggest doubling the 4/5 oz if you want a lined holster. Quote
Members JWGlover Posted November 1, 2010 Author Members Report Posted November 1, 2010 I think I'm gonna go with 4/5 oz doubled and maybe an extra piece of 4/5 oz on the inside of the belt loop. Quote
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