Randyc Report post Posted January 23, 2008 I designed and built this holster for a co-workers Smith & Wesson J Frame Revolver. The holster was made from 7-8 oz. vegtan cowhide. The holster was built with hooks on both sides of the throat then glued and stitched rough side out to aid in pocket retention. The holster was pressed, hand molded, and finished in tan kote. Randy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jt1 Report post Posted January 24, 2008 Randy, NIce job, looks like it will stay put when the gun is drawn, this is of course the most important thing for a pocket holster. The rough out is a good idea for pocket carry. As Always jt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Randyc Report post Posted January 24, 2008 JT, Thanks for the kind words. I depend on you guys for feedback and critique. It really helps with my R&D. Randy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Warren Report post Posted January 26, 2008 Sharp looking and functional. Good work! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Randyc Report post Posted January 28, 2008 Thanks Warren! Randy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mliebs8 Report post Posted January 28, 2008 Thanks Warren!Randy I like that alot. What is tan kote? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DavidII Report post Posted December 8, 2008 I designed and built this holster for a co-workers Smith & Wesson J Frame Revolver. The holster was made from 7-8 oz. vegtan cowhide. The holster was built with hooks on both sides of the throat then glued and stitched rough side out to aid in pocket retention. The holster was pressed, hand molded, and finished in tan kote.Randy Can someone describe what the "hooks" are on this type of holster? Thanks, David Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Randyc Report post Posted December 8, 2008 Dave, Hi, I'm the guy who made that pocket holster. When I first saw your post, I thought cool, someone besides me builds pocket holsters. I clicked on the thread and there was one of my holsters from an eariler post. The hook is a leather extension that aids in keeping the holster in the pocket while drawing the weapon. The hook is designed to grab a corner of the pocket while drawing the weapon. That particular holster has a hook just above the hammer area and another hook just above the trigger guard. Randy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shorts Report post Posted December 9, 2008 Good stuff Randy. I've never tried my hand at pocket holsters - there are others who can do them much better than I - Nice work What is tan kote? Tan Kote is a clear gloss finish Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rayban Report post Posted November 2, 2011 I've been playing around to come up with the "perfect" pocket holster for my 442....I decided this one is it (so far)......I tried the "hooks" and didn't care for them much so thought I could see if I could do without them. This one works out well. I figure the gun doesn't have to fit the holster very tightly......just enough to orient the gun in my pocket like I want, and know where the grip is at when I reach in for it. There's just enough hook at the trigger guard area to aid a bit, but I don't really need it. This one is done in horsehide. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Denster Report post Posted November 4, 2011 That design looks like it might work OK with top load pockets like jeans. With side load pockets like dress slacks I'd be concerned that it would allow the weapon to roll back in the pocket. I've had good luck with contouring the bottom of the holster to the same shape as the bottom of the pocket. YMMV Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rayban Report post Posted November 4, 2011 . I've had good luck with contouring the bottom of the holster to the same shape as the bottom of the pocket. YMMV Fortunately, I know a really cool guy that can do the same for me. :-) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
