Members Murray Posted March 3, 2014 Members Report Posted March 3, 2014 That is one fine holster Olds Cool. Though I have to agree that the mag pouch doesnt quite match the holster (still a really cool design though). Quote 2 Chronicles 7:14 If mypeople, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. www.facebook.com/MHLeatherworks
Members RobM Posted March 4, 2014 Members Report Posted March 4, 2014 RobM, On this one, I used neatsfoot oil first, followed by a few coats of resolene, then a coat or 2 of carnauba wax with a buff in between, then a coat or 2 of parade black kiwi with a buff, and finally a few coats of clear gloss and even more buffing. I swear my finishing process takes longer than the work on the project sometimes but in the end, it's always worth it. The finish looks like it is worth the effort. I've always done either carnauba wax or a sheen sealant. Does the wax absorb in on top of the resolene? Quote
Members Huskysibe Posted March 4, 2014 Members Report Posted March 4, 2014 (edited) Far be it for me to criticize someones work as I have just started but from a consumers point of view I agree with what was said above, rounded corners for sure. My current carry setup is not quite as rounded as I would like and its mighty uncomfortable so i dont wear it much. Other than that I would love to have as much talent as you have, good work! Edited March 4, 2014 by Huskysibe Quote
Members olds cool Posted March 5, 2014 Author Members Report Posted March 5, 2014 The finish looks like it is worth the effort. I've always done either carnauba wax or a sheen sealant. Does the wax absorb in on top of the resolene? Not really sure if it penetrates the resolene. My intentions are 2 fold, water repellant and a deep luster. Think of it like waxing a car, the more coats the deeper the shine and the longer it lasts and protects. You aren't going to see it much in pictures, especially in a black piece, but the depth of the shine is incredible. Huskysibe: Thanks for the flattery but honestly there are folks here that I can't hold a candle to. As for the pointed tip, this will be the only one like that. I was never really thrilled with the tip to begin with and taking the advice so far, I've decided to round it over closer to the stitch line. Quote
Members Steve75 Posted March 11, 2014 Members Report Posted March 11, 2014 Far be it for me to criticize someones work as I have just started but from a consumers point of view I agree with what was said above, rounded corners for sure. My current carry setup is not quite as rounded as I would like and its mighty uncomfortable so i dont wear it much. Other than that I would love to have as much talent as you have, good work! Huskysibe, that is the great thing about this forum. It allows us newbies an opportunity to get the advice of seasoned craftsman on how to better create our holsters. I see the improvement with each holster I make through applying the advice that has been offered to me or fellow newbies. By the way that is an awesome holster Olds Cool. Quote Steve "No man is above the law and no man is below it; nor do we ask any man's permission when we ask him to obey it." Theodore Roosevelt
Members malabar Posted March 14, 2014 Members Report Posted March 14, 2014 Just some thoughts to ponder. You have a lot of latitude with the shape of the holster when making a pancake, so think about why your holster is the shape that it is. Consider both ergonomics and what's pleasing to the eye. Is the holster designed for a modern vertical presentation or more of an FBI canted presentation? Do you have adequate clearance under the trigger to ensure a proper grip from the start? Are the slots positioned parallel to each other and does the design provide for a good location for the slots? What purpose does the full-length reinforcing piece on top serve? That makes it hard to mold the holster well. Once you have a design that you're satisfied with, apply the same design to the magazine pouch, so that you have a common motif for all of your products. Don't mean to sound overly critical; this is all about refinement. You seem to have the basics down well. tk Quote
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