Working On My Very First Holster.....

[Bobby hdflame]

Well that would explain a lot, the leather you used...here is one of the tools I use quite a bit.. http://springfieldle...borne%2C%23471/

This and the bone folder and my fingers are about the only tools I use...pancake holsters are my favorite...especially pancake holsters for the lcp....they are like real holsters only smaller..lol ...I wear one everyday...

Keep us posted on the progress, can't wait to pics of the next one...you can tell when a person has skill, and you got it....your holsters are just gonna keep getting better and better

You know, I was watching a video on YouTube this morning and saw them using a modeling spoon and thought, DUH, I have one and didn't even think about using it! I did use my bone folder but I noticed that on one end it had a couple of nicks, probably from being dropped. I'll pick up another one just to use on boning. I've been using this one for pushing out corners when doing upholstery. Think I need one dedicated to just leather work.

I've also seen some of the leather tool handles used for molding. And also sharpie pens and the round wooden burnishing tools.

I just sprayed some bag kote on the holster and wasn't impressed with it. First time using it and it left some milky places on it. I've been using leather conditioner with atom wax on belts and like the way it can be buffed out when dry. I changed out my air brush and put some of the latter on. I'll see how it looks in a few minutes.

Thanks again for the encouragement and critiques.

[Bobby hdflame]

Bobby - nice job on the holster! You're off to a great start! Did your Cobra's servo motor come with the sensitivity fixed already?

Sorry I missed this question. Yes it did. I have great control on mine. I can basically sew in slow motion! I'm having a little problem with the EPS though. I just unplugged it and used it manually. No problem.

I talked to Steve about the EPS. He's going to send me a new motor to try. Can't ask for more than that. I can keep sewing on it manually while waiting on a new motor and EPS. He said they would completely test it before shipping. Even though mine was tested, it's possible that something got bumped in shipping.

I can't complain about their service and support or the machine. I love it!

[Bobby hdflame]

pancake holsters are my favorite...especially pancake holsters for the lcp....

Do you have any pictures of it?

I'm working on a pocket holster for it first. Just can't decide on which style.

On the Avenger for the 40 cal, I used some bag kote finish on it and was not happy at all. I thought it was more like a wax finish, but it seemed to be an acrylic instead. I had a couple of places where it turned milky and dull when I sprayed it on. After it dried, I decided to go over it with leather balm with atom wax. It made some if it sticky feeling and actually made some of it come off, so now I need to remove all of the finish and start over. Since I used crappy leather and it was mainly just for practice, I'm probably not going to worry about it.

[renegadelizard]

Do you have any pictures of it?

I'm working on a pocket holster for it first. Just can't decide on which style.

On the Avenger for the 40 cal, I used some bag kote finish on it and was not happy at all. I thought it was more like a wax finish, but it seemed to be an acrylic instead. I had a couple of places where it turned milky and dull when I sprayed it on. After it dried, I decided to go over it with leather balm with atom wax. It made some if it sticky feeling and actually made some of it come off, so now I need to remove all of the finish and start over. Since I used crappy leather and it was mainly just for practice, I'm probably not going to worry about it.

This was my first overlay attempt...elephant is a beast to edge..actually, it doesnt edge at all...just sort flaps and twists on the buffing wheel...im working on inlays with it now...much easier to work with like that...

[renegadelizard]

Do you have any pictures of it?

I'm working on a pocket holster for it first. Just can't decide on which style.

On the Avenger for the 40 cal, I used some bag kote finish on it and was not happy at all. I thought it was more like a wax finish, but it seemed to be an acrylic instead. I had a couple of places where it turned milky and dull when I sprayed it on. After it dried, I decided to go over it with leather balm with atom wax. It made some if it sticky feeling and actually made some of it come off, so now I need to remove all of the finish and start over. Since I used crappy leather and it was mainly just for practice, I'm probably not going to worry about it.

if it gets milky, you are putting it on too heavy...try the mop and glow route...it works great...keep a paper towel soaked in the mop and glow mix with you when you do it...if you overspray, simply wipe with the paper towel...dries fairly quick and it smells good too..lol

[Bobby hdflame]

This was my first overlay attempt...elephant is a beast to edge..actually, it doesnt edge at all...just sort flaps and twists on the buffing wheel...im working on inlays with it now...much easier to work with like that...

That looks good! I have some python and stingray to use on something, just haven't decidedon what yet. Also want to get some shark and rattlesnake. I'll bet the elephant is thick and tough!

if it gets milky, you are putting it on too heavy...try the mop and glow route...it works great...keep a paper towel soaked in the mop and glow mix with you when you do it...if you overspray, simply wipe with the paper towel...dries fairly quick and it smells good too..lol

I'll get some mop and glow and try it.