GrayGhostForge Report post Posted October 3, 2018 Thinking about making a few holsters. From 4 layers of 4-5oz veg tan with 138 thread I have a 111w154 servo (It came from Bob in Toledo, A+ transaction) Will the 4 layers of 4-5 oz be too much for my machine? Thank you Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wizcrafts Report post Posted October 3, 2018 4 x 5 oz = 20 ounces = 3/8 inch. This is the very top limit your machine "may" be able to sew. Even if your machine can sew 20 ounces of veg-tan leather, #138 thread is inadequate for any serious hand gun holster. It is too easy to break the knots during a struggle or panic draw. I would not sew a gun holster with less than #277 thread, top and bottom unless it was just for show, not go. Then #207, top and bottom would be minimally effective. If you choose to ignore this advice and sell holsters sewn with #138 thread, hire a lawyer, just in case something happens because the thread let go. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GrayGhostForge Report post Posted October 3, 2018 Wiz, Thank you for taking the time to respond. I'm glad I asked before wasting time & materials. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
