Members Slimcut22 Posted February 19, 2014 Members Report Posted February 19, 2014 Hi everyone, I've been a member for awhile now, but haven't posted anything, mostly because when I signed up I was very green in the leather world (still am). I am a 17 year veteran firefighter in a major city, and decided to combine my career and my hobby. Six months ago I made a custom leather fire helmet shield for myself, when I put it on my helmet I immediately got questions about it. That turned into a flyer, which turned into a website. I have now built over 120 shields, having them in departments from California to New York. It has been a whirlwind experience to say the least. I felt like now was the time to finally post some pictures here, where I got a lot of great tips and inspiration. If you would like to see more, you can go to bighammershields.com Thanks, Ryan Quote
Members 262leatherworks Posted February 27, 2014 Members Report Posted February 27, 2014 Looks great brother. I don't make shields so don't worry. LOL but what finish do you use over your paints? I make mostly truck belts, radio straps, and suspenders. Just seeing what other people use. Quote
Members Schultzt Posted March 11, 2014 Members Report Posted March 11, 2014 Those look great. Just started making shields myself (about 2 months ago) I'm also curious about finishes. I have no clue what is going to weather the storm the best. Quote
Members rfilburn Posted March 26, 2014 Members Report Posted March 26, 2014 Howdy, I like your work and have some of the same questions about finishes. I have started making shields and other stuff for the guys around my area. I will let you know what I learn. I don't plan on getting big into the business, it is a fun hobby and I want to keep it that way. If you don't mind me asking, what do you charge for your shields? I have been charging $75.. I think they could probably sell for more, but are trying to keep them affordable. Quote
Members Slim Pickens Posted January 9, 2015 Members Report Posted January 9, 2015 Awesome work, Slimcut22! I really like the look of them. Quote
Members Slimcut22 Posted January 26, 2015 Author Members Report Posted January 26, 2015 A few more. Bighammershields.com has a ton also. Quote
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