Lobo Report post Posted February 11, 2011 There seems to be a sheriff in Texas who knows just how to get me to work. The gentleman contacted me to say that he had seen a photo of my personal carry rig and wanted one just like it. Feeling rather flattered by that, I produced it for him. Enhanced Pancake model holster, single mag pouch with shield, handcuff case, and two-layer belt with fancy stitching. Made for a Colt Government Model .45 pistol, shown with my Kimber Custom CDP wearing a pretty nice pair of stag grips. Fine tooling and exotic leathers can be real nice, but there is something to be said for a nice piece of plain old cowhide. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shooter McGavin Report post Posted February 11, 2011 Thats a sweet setup Lobo! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jlaudio29 Report post Posted February 11, 2011 Looks awesome, Id love to see the back of that holster to get a better idea of how the belt loops are rigged. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Haystacker Report post Posted February 11, 2011 Extremely nice. I like his taste too. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lobo Report post Posted February 11, 2011 (edited) Looks awesome, Id love to see the back of that holster to get a better idea of how the belt loops are rigged. The Enhanced Pancake model utilizes welted-seam construction, a third layer of leather between the inner and outer holster panels. I developed this approach in 2009, first applied to the Avenger style and later to the pancake style. The welts consist of a reinforcing "spacer" in the holster's "wings" (belt attachment points), and serve several purposes: 1. The strength and rigidity of the finished holster are greatly increased, permitting the highest practical ride on the belt without tipping out away from the body due to the weight of the holstered handgun. 2. A natural sight track is formed, permitting the front sight to enter and exit the holster with little or no contact with the leather. 3. The interior space of the holster "pocket" is modestly increased, allowing the stitch-lines to be located very close to the outline of the handgun. 4. Tunnel-style belt loops can be applied, eliminating the lumps common to the typical slots used for belt attachment. This improves comfort as well as providing a smooth uninterrupted outer holster shell over which the cover garment can glide without obstruction. Here are a few photos showing the construction details of the Enhanced Pancake being made for a 2" S&W J-frame during product development: By the way, I consider this method of making the pancake-style and Avenger (Professional)-style holster to be a unique and proprietary method, although patents of such things are next to impossible to obtain or enforce. "Enhanced Pancake" and "Enhanced Avenger" are copyrighted trade names of CoryCo LLC, Dba: Lobo Gun Leather. Those wishing to utilize this method for their personal use may do so, of course. Those applying this method to holsters offered for sale are asked to show the courtesy of acknowledging the source. In other words, I don't mind sharing and helping others when I can, but I am rather proud of this development and expect my developments to be respected, as I respect the work of others. Best regards. Edited February 11, 2011 by Lobo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
particle Report post Posted February 11, 2011 Looks great! Love the color and the thread color. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gregintenn Report post Posted February 11, 2011 I like it all, but the stitching design on the belt really adds class to the rig. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jlaudio29 Report post Posted February 12, 2011 Thanks for showing me, thats a great idea! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
abn Report post Posted February 13, 2011 there is something to be said for a nice piece of plain old cowhide Amen! That's a fine rig... Congrats! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eaglestroker Report post Posted February 13, 2011 (edited) Ray, that looks really awesome and it is quite ingenious in design. I would expect nothing less from you though! I couldn't agree more with your exotic leather statement - I'll stick with plain 'ol cowhide that looks like that any day! Edited February 13, 2011 by Eaglestroker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dwight Report post Posted February 13, 2011 As I have said before, you are indeed a credit to the leatherworking industry. Keep it up, . . . May God bless, Dwight Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BruceGibson Report post Posted February 15, 2011 Nice rig! Liking that a lot! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
