Rayban Report post Posted May 21, 2011 So here's mine...now show us yours.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luke Hatley Report post Posted May 21, 2011 So here's mine...now show us yours.... B B Q rig ?...... I would have to call that one "a sunday go to meeting". fine looking outfit............. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frank Report post Posted May 21, 2011 I must have started the BBQ rig frenzy here!! This is the rig that I just made for one of my regular customers. Frank Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lobo Report post Posted May 21, 2011 Nothing says "barbeque" better than a classic Tom Threepersons' style, especially when made for a vintage or custom handgun. Here are a few I have done: 1. customer-provided photo, carved Threepersons' for 6" S&W Highway Patrolman with stag grips. 2. customer-provided photo, carved Threepersons' for a Colt Single Action Army, set up for use with the customer's dad's custom belt. 3. Threepersons' with matching belt and cartridge slide, basketweave tooling, for a custom Ruger .476 Linebaugh. 4. Threepersons' with matching belt, hand-carved, for a 5" S&W Model 27. 5. Matching holsters made for a mother and daughter, hand-carved, for S&W Model 60 .357's. These are always fun to do. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JeffGC Report post Posted August 19, 2011 Custom Caspian Officers Model with ivory grips. In a sharkskin pancake holster. Jeff Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ferg Report post Posted August 19, 2011 I especially like your designs and quality of workmanship. Herman-Oak or W&C? That is a great looking piece of leather with a great color and finish. Did you stitch after stamping your edge? ferg So here's mine...now show us yours.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Haystacker Report post Posted August 19, 2011 This is mine. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eaglestroker Report post Posted August 20, 2011 Frank, that is probably the nicest all around rig I've seen. I'm inspired! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChuckBurrows Report post Posted August 20, 2011 (edited) The custom M1911 w/ivory grips the rig was made for....... The rig was built for a friend, Jim, a combat vet with 25 years service including three tours in Afghanistan...he's from California and the carving pattern is based on those used on Pennsylvania long rifles, The Bowie, by the late Gib Guignard,is a gussied up version of the one Jim carried on his first two tours in the 'Stan whihc had also been made by Gib. Edited August 20, 2011 by ChuckBurrows Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frank Report post Posted August 20, 2011 Eaglestroker, I really do appreciate the compliments. It was a pretty well thought out rig by the customer and myself. I will post photos of the gun with the rig tomorrow. The owner just sent them to me the other day. Chuck: why do you have to be like that and show everyone up??? LOL. That is a great rig Chuck, as always. We definitely need to talk some more when you have the time. Frank Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frank Report post Posted August 20, 2011 I found the gun with the rig, here they are. Frank Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eaglestroker Report post Posted August 20, 2011 Frank, just giving credit where it is due. I tool a little and the level of foresight and your steady hand amaze me. Even my most carefully thought out pieces seem to have more than a few hitches! To Chuck, that rig just blew a gasket on my end. I have no interest in learning to carve but WOW! Some true artists on this board. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amuckart Report post Posted August 20, 2011 (edited) Can someone explain to the Americanly-challenged what a "BBQ Rig" is? I'm assuming it's another term for an off-duty rig? Edited August 20, 2011 by amuckart Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ladykahu Report post Posted August 20, 2011 Hehe.. I am with you Amuckart When I saw bbq rig, I was thinking toolbelt to hold tongs, sausage pricker and steak flipper! Lovely leatherwork though! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TwoMikes Report post Posted August 20, 2011 There are roughly 40 states that allow Americans to carry guns openly, although with restrictions such as with a license and not in certain locations. Here is a map showing how prevalent Open Carry is: http://www.opencarry.org/opencarry.html In those Open Carry friendly states, gun carriers are making their rigs look more upscale and attractive. In the old days (like 5 years ago), everyone carried in simple black leather or kydex holsters. Now, everyone wants exotic skins and unique designs to show off. A BBQ rig is the show off holster and gun combination. Its an excellent trend that will make carrying guns more acceptable to the public. Did that help? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
katsass Report post Posted August 20, 2011 Well, here are a couple of holsters that might fit into that category........Mike Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JDM Report post Posted August 21, 2011 (edited) When I saw bbq rig, I was thinking toolbelt to hold tongs, sausage pricker and steak flipper! I think those would be for a grilling rig. Barbecue is low and slow. A beer holster might work well. Nice stuff. Edited August 21, 2011 by JDM Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rayban Report post Posted August 21, 2011 I especially like your designs and quality of workmanship. Herman-Oak or W&C? That is a great looking piece of leather with a great color and finish. Did you stitch after stamping your edge? ferg Thanks Ferg, yes I stamped the belt, added the spots, then stitched it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigRiverLeather Report post Posted August 30, 2011 There are roughly 40 states that allow Americans to carry guns openly, although with restrictions such as with a license and not in certain locations. Here is a map showing how prevalent Open Carry is: http://www.opencarry.../opencarry.html In those Open Carry friendly states, gun carriers are making their rigs look more upscale and attractive. In the old days (like 5 years ago), everyone carried in simple black leather or kydex holsters. Now, everyone wants exotic skins and unique designs to show off. A BBQ rig is the show off holster and gun combination. Its an excellent trend that will make carrying guns more acceptable to the public. Did that help? In a nutshell, what he meant to say was - It's something you would wear to a BBQ while sitting around with friends, grilling meat, smoking cigars and talking smart :D Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Haystacker Report post Posted September 2, 2011 A couple of these rigs are so nice Roy Rogers would wear them to the BBQ. Very impressive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpecialKaye Report post Posted September 8, 2011 The custom M1911 w/ivory grips the rig was made for....... The rig was built for a friend, Jim, a combat vet with 25 years service including three tours in Afghanistan...he's from California and the carving pattern is based on those used on Pennsylvania long rifles, The Bowie, by the late Gib Guignard,is a gussied up version of the one Jim carried on his first two tours in the 'Stan whihc had also been made by Gib. That is a gorgeous rig. I'm planning to do something very similar for both of my sons and their wives eventually. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpecialKaye Report post Posted September 8, 2011 There are roughly 40 states that allow Americans to carry guns openly, although with restrictions such as with a license and not in certain locations. Here is a map showing how prevalent Open Carry is: http://www.opencarry.../opencarry.html In those Open Carry friendly states, gun carriers are making their rigs look more upscale and attractive. In the old days (like 5 years ago), everyone carried in simple black leather or kydex holsters. Now, everyone wants exotic skins and unique designs to show off. A BBQ rig is the show off holster and gun combination. Its an excellent trend that will make carrying guns more acceptable to the public. Did that help? That certainly helped me understand the term. Thanks. Now, to get Florida back to an open carry state. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mountain man Report post Posted September 24, 2011 I must have started the BBQ rig frenzy here!! This is the rig that I just made for one of my regular customers. Frank nice rig Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rkleather Report post Posted September 24, 2011 http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g441/1911s/IMG_0829.jpg Made this one. I'd wear it to a BBQ. Great thread! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frank Report post Posted September 26, 2011 Thanks Mountain Man, I appreciate it. This is a BBQ rig I made for myself. Thanks to Lobo for the Threeperson's pattern. This is for my custom 3.25" Taurus single action 45 Colt. Frank Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
