Fredo Report post Posted December 16, 2010 I know I could have posted this in the critique forum, however I wanted to get input from holster makers and users to help me get better. This is for my Firestar M-40, feels very good, retention is tight but usable. I have started to experiment with a vaccum food sealer to get the initial forming done. I can see poor workmanship in the finnal use of the folder/bone tool. I think that comes from not waiting untill my leather is a bit dryer. Anyway your thoughts and critique are appreciated. Fredo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RWP Report post Posted December 16, 2010 looks great to me! the only thing i see that i would chance ( and this is JUST my opinion because they look fairly secure) is i'd make the snap straps a little wider granted its hard to judge the width in the pic ( especially with my eyesight, its bad im only 22 but have horrible eyes lol ) but they look just a little thin. like i saidt hough looks great andits a very cool and interesting design idea hope to see more from you! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marine mp Report post Posted December 17, 2010 looks great to me! the only thing i see that i would chance ( and this is JUST my opinion because they look fairly secure) is i'd make the snap straps a little wider granted its hard to judge the width in the pic ( especially with my eyesight, its bad im only 22 but have horrible eyes lol ) but they look just a little thin. like i saidt hough looks great andits a very cool and interesting design idea hope to see more from you! Fredo, Too cool fer school!!!!!! Don't think I'd change a thing. Semper-fi Mike Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Big O Report post Posted December 17, 2010 Great design! I've been planning something like that myself, but with detachable loops that would be closer together. I love the stitching. What kind of thread did you use? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fredo Report post Posted December 17, 2010 (edited) Great design! I've been planning something like that myself, but with detachable loops that would be closer together. I love the stitching. What kind of thread did you use? Thanks Guys, BigO, I use 5 strand linen thread I buy from the local yardage store. I dye it using ecoflo highlite stains. This one is saddle tan, 1 part dye (stain) to 3 parts water in a zip top baggie baggie. I let it soak about 5 minutes then hang it to dry. Wax and use it for the specific project.. Edited December 17, 2010 by Fredo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Haystacker Report post Posted December 17, 2010 I like it. Good job. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RWP Report post Posted December 17, 2010 hmm. thats interesting i've never thought to dye in a zip lock bag. i'll have to try that out Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
