Abram Report post Posted January 10, 2012 (edited) Here is my latest project. I am not real happy with it. There is some crinkling in the leather on the right stitch line, front and back and I think it comes from trying to wet mold too soon but I am not sure. Also it looks as though the leather cracked or something, not sure bout that one either. Any and all opinions and/or suggestions, good or bad, are very welcomed. Edited January 10, 2012 by Abram Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marine mp Report post Posted January 10, 2012 (edited) Abram.....It looks to me like the holster wasn't wet enough when you molded or formed it. You might try what I do...make sure you oiled the holster at one point, (I do it before I dye them) put about 4" of warm water in the sink and throw the holster in it. I let it sit there for several minutes and then take it out and do my thing. Yes, the leather is soaked, but it works for me. Different ways of doing the same thing. JMHO. Semper-fi Mike PS. You have a beautiful piece anyways. Edited January 10, 2012 by marine mp Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
particle Report post Posted January 10, 2012 Have you already sealed the leather? If not, you can try wetting it with a damp sponge and smoothing it out with various smoothing tools (bone folder, polished wooden handles, etc.). What kind of leather was it? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Abram Report post Posted January 10, 2012 Thanks for the advice MP and the compliment particle, It was 8/9 oz. from tandy, not the high end stuff. i was just sitting here thinking that I had sealed the outside and put a coat of kiwi neutral on it but the inside was not really sealed, not sure why I did that or how I forgot. It may be one of those live and learn examples, I have a basket full of those right now....lol Think i will start another one and see if I can work through these little bumps in the road. Thanks fellas Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
