2Nd Attempt At Lcr Holster

[doug1221]

Ok so after the "Fatal design flaw" that Big O pointed out on my first attempt at a SOB holster for my LCR i finally got around to making a second one. Only my 3rd holster so definitely still need work on pieces such as dying and edges but I think it turned out ok. Let me know what you guys think.

[Nooj]

Looking good, Doug. I like the overall shape and your stitching layout.

The color looks kinda like my first holster. What dye and sealer did you use?

Nooj

[doug1221]

Using the Fiebings Pro Oil Dye and 50/50 Resolene. Think I am just having a real hard time getting an even application using the dauber or rag, currently getting ready to order an airbrushing setup. I have done some painting with spray on houses and a few cars so the airbrushing should be a pretty easy adjustment for me. Plus there is just some fun stuff you can do with the airbrush. Will be my last big purchase for this for awhile though the wife is gonna cut me off after the amount of money I have sank into this since I started a couple weeks ago lol.

[katsass]

Ok so after the "Fatal design flaw" that Big O pointed out on my first attempt at a SOB holster for my LCR i finally got around to making a second one. Only my 3rd holster so definitely still need work on pieces such as dying and edges but I think it turned out ok. Let me know what you guys think.

'Morning Doug, from the grumpy one; You shouldn't have that much problem obtaining an even dye job with the Fiebing's. It almost appears that the leather was wet when you applied the stuff. If that's the case, don't do that. Solvent or oil based dyes go on dry leather. Some run a light shot of oil, allowing it to soak in pretty well prior to dying (oil doesn't actually dry, it just absorbs) that may may help a bit in getting a uniform application. Your stitching looks pretty puckered, making me think you are not running a good gouge line to follow. Your edges don't seem to have been cut with an edger and rounded over. Overall, you have a serviceable holster, of the type you desired. Keep at it! You're getting the hang of things. For the hell of it, here's a pic or two of the first one of that type of holster that I made......with mistakes. Mike

[doug1221]

Good Morning Mike; The leather very well may have still had some wet spots when I started dying, I had never even thought of that being the issue. I will definitely make sure it is completely dry next time. I did run a gouge line on the front but did not on the back, I am horrible about making things line up lol. Maybe I will try making the stitching holes then gouging the back along them or something. As far as beveling the edges...that's like my second favorite part of making the holster, but, I had been waiting a few days for my Fiebings dye to show up and it showed up right before the part when I usually do the beveling. I got so excited that it was finally here and ran out to dye it, forgetting the beveling all together lol. As always your input is greatly appreciated Mike.

[Nooj]

I agree that dying with wet leather will cause it to be uneven. On my first holster I airbrushed it nicely- then tried to resolene it too soon (like, the same day), and it really mottled and striped up the dye. So, make sure the leather is dry before dying, and the dye has had time to cure before sealing... And start a secret account to fund your leather habits so the wife can't fuss ;-)

Nooj

[doug1221]

Lol secret account....good idea. The wife got on the bank site today and saw my airbrush order, luckily she worked all night and went to bed or I would still be hearing about it lol.

[Big O]

Nicely done.

[doug1221]

Yay Big O finally replied, was starting to worry about you man. You're usually one of the first ones to reply to these. Appreciate your time as always.

[Big O]

Been busy. Daughter's in the hospital.

[doug1221]

Sorry to hear that man I hope everything ends up ok. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.