Holster Pouch Formation

[Davm]

I'm making a western style holster and I want to form fit the gun to the holster.  In the past I have always soaked the leather with water, wrapped the revolver in plastic and put it in the holster.  I have so far never had any water get to the gun and rust it however it is always a worry.  Someone told me to wet the leather with rubbing alcohol instead of water.  Any comments appreciated.

[garypl]

I have used alcohol to wet form small projects and it does work, but feels like it dries out the leather much more.  I see no real advantage to using alcohol over water.  Just oil the gun well, wrap in plastic wrap and form the holster.  I have never had a gun rust doing it this way.  You can speed it along by hitting it with a hair dryer or heat gun.

Gary

[Stetson912]

Yeah, I wouldn't think that's a great idea. I think Gary's way would be better. alcohol would make jerky out of it

[Davm]

Thanks, I've used some alcohol dyes that really dried out the leather too much.