mikesherman Report post Posted August 6, 2017 Pic of my latest...as usual, please critique, and tips on how to improve are always welcome...Thanks to all! The holster is my own design...not great but I like it; mahogany antique, pigskin lining. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
garypl Report post Posted August 6, 2017 You did a nice job, especially on your first holster! Stampings look like they are not really sharp - maybe the leather was a bit too damp when you stamped? I like what looks to be a vintage 1911! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikesherman Report post Posted August 6, 2017 Garypl...Good call...it's a hardware store model, not military issue, but was built in '21, almost all original! Thank you for the feedback. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
x101airborne Report post Posted August 12, 2017 I am no pro by any ANY standards when it comes to stamping and carving, but I kinda like the more subdued stamping. It is there, it is elegant, you can definitely see it, but it doesn't detract from the weapon but rather suits it. I think if I made that, that is how I would want the stamping done. Just my opinion. My opinion and 12 bucks will get you a hamburger. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikesherman Report post Posted August 15, 2017 x101airborne...I'm guessing that's the 101st Airborne Screamin Eagles...thanks for serving! Thanks for looking...I also sometimes feel that subdued stamping is desirable...in this case, the stamp itself just seems to have some 'soft' edges, but I'm happy with the way it came out, and so is the owner. Now if only I had 12 bucks... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
x101airborne Report post Posted August 16, 2017 Right!!! Cheers Mike!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Boriqua Report post Posted August 17, 2017 I think its very nice. The stamping could be a bit more defined for me but its your vision so as long as its something you know about and have control over and choose to do then awesome. If I had one critique it would be the stitching. Its straight and looks great but if you are going to use contrasting stitching lets see it! I would have gone with a heavier thread. Doesnt have to be gargantuan but I think you may have missed a good opportunity by not going a little heavier. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikesherman Report post Posted August 18, 2017 (edited) Boriqua, thank you for checking it out...I totally agree with you on the stitching. I cut the stitching groove too deep and this was the result. I usually lace everything, so this was a first for me, trying to show off stitchwork. Next time I'll definitely use heavier thread, as well as spacing a little farther apart. Thanks again! Edited August 18, 2017 by mikesherman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dave Richardson Report post Posted August 18, 2017 I like it ! Its a good look for the style of pistol. Took me a couple minutes to realize out how you did the border between the stitching and basket weave. Clever work. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
