My first holster attempt.

[p95loser]

I just finished making my first holster, actually my first time working with leather period. The only experience I have had sewing was when I made a pillow in home-ec. I couldn't find a holster out there that was like this, and the rest of the tuckable holsters were like $100 bucks... I have $14 in this one!

I don't have the proper tools, I used a punch similar to an icepick w/ a screwdriver handle to punch the holes and regular sewing needles to stitch the sinew (

I broke like 8 needles).

Guys let me know what you think, what I could have done better, etc. I might have cut he holster a little low... exposing too much of the trigger guard. It tests out to be extremely concealable with a tucked in shirt and very comfortable sitting and standing. I used veg. tanned leather and am thinking of using shoe polish to finish/seal it. Any reccomendations?

Edited May 24, 2008 by p95loser

[mliebs8]

First off I'd like to say that you did an excellent job on the holster, I think it looks great. If it was me this is what I'd do. Definately cover up the trigger more, safety is always #1, then I'd add about 1/2 - 5/8" to the muzzle end, mount the clip between the leather to help support it, and probably not cut the clip support and the main body apart. I may also move the clip to the back and see if it helps stabalize the gun a little more. Of course these are only my opinions, but all in all it looks pretty sweet.

Edited May 25, 2008 by mliebs8

[Rhome]

First holster ? That is a nice holster for a first, I wish mine looked as good when I made my first holster ! Recomendations, well first you look fine in the trigger guard area for a OWB holster as long as the trigger is covered but would extend it for a OWB holster as that is one of the points used for securing weapon. I would make a pocket for your clip and rivet it to the leather or use a chicago screw, this will secure the clip and keep it from moving too much. Donot use shoe polish as the finish will rubb off on your chlothes, not a good thing. I would buy some leather dye and acrylic resolene for a finish. The stitcheing looks good for what you used but I think next time I'd use some wax nylon thread and maybe a stitching needle, I don't think they'd break as often as sewing needles. Your design is clean but I'd stay away from the sharp corners and use mor of a curve as finishing the edges would be easier. All in all a very nice job. I can't or I'm too ashamed to say how many holsters went into the scrap pile until I finished one that was "good enough " so to speak. I can't speak for the other holster makers out there but I am my own worst critic. Keep up the good work, you are well on your way.

Best,

Rhome