My First Holster

[snubbyfan]

I'm always trying to find different ways to improve my leather work. Some things work, some not so much.

Personally, I like to leave my old stuff as is and try to improve my next attempt.

That looks like a good, sturdy usable shoulder holster.

I'm embarrassed to show my first attempt at a shoulder holster. It wasn't anywhere near as nice as yours.

[RabbyTat]

Aside from the comments above, why not wet it and bone it (after wrapping your gun in plastic wrap) and then work the edges for a nicer finish.

I would then consider how well the mags are held. Mine are secured by a strap with a snap for greater security. You may have the tension set perfectly, but leather changes over time. You want those magazines there when you need them.

You might look at bolstering your thumb break with a metal stiffener. (Look at images of Galco rigs for illustrations. They just have better images on the internet than most others.)

My thinking might be considered odd for some gun guys, but I carry 1 mag and 1 flashlight in my pouches so my top pouch would have a slightly different shape. (Never needed the spare mags, but the light has been of great value in bad times.)

RT