Shorts Report post Posted June 20, 2008 (edited) Here's the heartache from last night. It was the black-dye-gone-wrong holster. I need to clean up the snaps inside, they got dye residue pretty well set in and it looks terrible. But I've got the outside all buffed out, the edges done and while I don't think completely necessary for water-resistance, I'm going to Resolene this one, especially the inside so the fuzzies stay at bay. I once read somewhere on this site something to the affect that you're not an artist until you can fix your screw ups on the project you're working on. Well, I certainly don't consider myself and artist but I'm starting to understand a whole lot about repairing screw ups Can someone tell me what is in this picture that shouldn't be in this picture for this particular finish??? Edited June 20, 2008 by Shorts Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Srigs Report post Posted June 20, 2008 Repairing screw ups happens once in awhile. Looks good and Resolene should do the trick. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TwinOaks Report post Posted June 20, 2008 What shouldn't be in the photo....um, BLUE gun? If you're have a nice low gloss finish like that, I'd suggest non-shiny snaps. I found I really liked the finish on the vin'd leather after adding Aussie conditioner to it. It's got some shine, but it doesn't reflect. Nice job on the holster. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shorts Report post Posted June 20, 2008 lol "blue gun" - true, I'd prefer the real thing in place. But that is not exactly what I was reffering to. Anyone else venture a guess? Mike, for the snaps, they are actually the black line 24 sbaps. In the process of dyeing and vinegarooning and cleaning (I remove errant dye with a swab of alcohol) the snaps actually lost some black coating and it looked really bad. So I took some 600grit paper and removed the rest so although it'd be shiny, the snap would at least be presentable and uniform. I agree though, the black snaps would actually look a bit better. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Go2Tex Report post Posted June 20, 2008 lol "blue gun" - true, I'd prefer the real thing in place. But that is not exactly what I was reffering to. Anyone else venture a guess?Mike, for the snaps, they are actually the black line 24 sbaps. In the process of dyeing and vinegarooning and cleaning (I remove errant dye with a swab of alcohol) the snaps actually lost some black coating and it looked really bad. So I took some 600grit paper and removed the rest so although it'd be shiny, the snap would at least be presentable and uniform. I agree though, the black snaps would actually look a bit better. Yeah, the quote as I recall, went something like, "the mark of a master is that you can hide your mistakes. " The trouble is, fixing mistakes takes time and though you may be a master, you'll make more money if you don't waste time. Sometimes it's more cost effective to cut your loses and start over. Been there done that lot-o-times. As for the black snaps, well it's a matter of concealment. The shiney ones are for uniform duty gear. I think most concealed carry guys would prefer the rig not be seen at all. But....it is a nice looking rig and looks quite professional. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChuckBurrows Report post Posted June 20, 2008 lol "blue gun" - true, I'd prefer the real thing in place. But that is not exactly what I was reffering to. Anyone else venture a guess?Mike, for the snaps, they are actually the black line 24 sbaps. In the process of dyeing and vinegarooning and cleaning (I remove errant dye with a swab of alcohol) the snaps actually lost some black coating and it looked really bad. So I took some 600grit paper and removed the rest so although it'd be shiny, the snap would at least be presentable and uniform. I agree though, the black snaps would actually look a bit better. Looks good and as a friend says if you can't fix it feature it! You can recolor those snaps to a nice dark blue - got to most any gun shop and get some Birchwood Caseys Super BLue (not the Perma blue) - clean off all oil from the snaps and apply with a small brush, re-do if necessary then oil. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hilborne Report post Posted June 20, 2008 (Can someone tell me what is in this picture that shouldn't be in this picture for this particular finish???) Looks like you marked stitching holes top and bottom and didn't stitch. Picture isn't clear enough, but maybe you even put your awl through them.. I've made that mistake and just got it wet with dye and used the tip of my deer antler to burnish it and the holes mostly disappeared, and left a decorative line. Concealed no one will notice. Andy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shorts Report post Posted June 20, 2008 Chuck, I had not even thought about a cold blue to darken the up - great suggestion! I have some in my gun supply box. I'll try that out today. Hillborne, you're in the right area. Part of my thing is I mark stitch holes all the way around, even on non-stitched opening. Just part of aesthetics I go with. But alas, not to the stitch holes Here's a hint to think over - its the tannins that makes it turn black. Go2Tex, that was it Thanks. BTW, you're from Floresville? That's a real small world! I grew up in Karnes City. Great to meet you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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