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Posted: 9/6/2012 9:30:00 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Aberdrew13]
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I work in telecommunications/structured cabling systems and I got tired of digging in my pocket for electrical tape, so I made this tonight....
ETA: there's slots in the back side for it to be put on a belt. |
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Posted: 9/7/2012 7:58:57 AM EDT
[#2]
Originally Posted By Aberdrew13:
I work in telecommunications/structured cabling systems and I got tired of digging in my pocket for electrical tape, so I made this tonight.... http://i237.photobucket.com/albums/ff210/aberdrew13/2012-09-06191932-1.jpg ETA: there's slots in the back side for it to be put on a belt. lol thats fantastic! |
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Posted: 9/7/2012 7:16:35 PM EDT
[Last Edit: BlackCloud762]
[#3]
I have pink dust/shavings all over my shop now....
Little IWB rig & mag carrier for a SIG 238 
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Posted: 9/11/2012 10:18:53 PM EDT
[#4]
Got my press together tonight and whipped up my first. Any and all criticism and suggestions are welcome
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Posted: 9/12/2012 10:58:19 AM EDT
[#5]
Originally Posted By wintermute76:
Got my press together tonight and whipped up my first. Any and all criticism and suggestions are welcome
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c73/wintermute76/34DA9B80-544D-4E72-B3FA-3D31616E4673-424-0000004B21EE84A6.jpg http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c73/wintermute76/DFBAD41F-F3D1-4F46-8473-F39DFC2FF216-424-0000004B31B7AEC0.jpg http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c73/wintermute76/D03B1B30-D2B6-4336-A7B0-5B64E3076F46-424-0000004B391F12FE.jpg Press looks great and your getting perfect definition. |
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Posted: 9/12/2012 2:17:52 PM EDT
[#6]
Indeed, revolvers aren't always the easiest things to mold Kydex on. So good job. Looks perfect so far.
Depending on where you cut, and the intended draw angle, you might find you even have too much retention going on. 
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Posted: 9/12/2012 10:30:30 PM EDT
[#7]
Got to sneak out to the garage for an hour or so, here's where I'm at.
Retention is good, has a little rattle, but seems like it should go away once it's curved. Think I'm going to recontour the bottom edge a bit better. 
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Posted: 9/14/2012 12:50:37 PM EDT
[#8]
AIWB rig for a J frame. Slight reverse cant so I can get a good strong grip from the holster.
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Posted: 9/18/2012 11:08:00 PM EDT
[#9]
Got it finished, I like it. My 442 finally has a home
belt loops need a little tweak so it's easier to thread, but so far so good.
Started on a North Mountain style moon clip carrier for my 625, turning out decent so far. My shop needs better lighting. 
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Posted: 9/27/2012 5:02:17 PM EDT
[#10]
Anyone tried the new stuff? Bolteron and Holstex. Is it better than kydex? What are the benefits or downsides?
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Posted: 9/27/2012 5:34:11 PM EDT
[#11]
Holstex seems to get wavy or curl up in ovens a bit more, and it has a weird way of going smooth or textured after molding on random sides. Not so much that it actually IS random, both sides are supposed to be textured, but that it's hard to tell what side you've got until after the heat's gotten to it and you've pressed it.
It's mainly pure PVC, and molding definitions and work times are pretty close to working with pure ABS sheets. I guess the really big deal about it is that it's got a protective peel-off layer you can pull away once molding is done which is supposed to protect the finish from both the molding itself, and while it's rattling around before it's cut, molded and used. Seems like a hassle to me, but maybe this is important to commercial makers who's stuff has to be PERFECT. Dunno... I also think that clear Holstex, since it's a more pure PVC and not a "plastic alloy" might make a better looking clear, than Kydex or Bolatron does, but I'm not sure. Bolataron, no clue, but it's a PVC and Acrylic blend just like Kydex is. I imagine that the actual blend ratio and any additives are what's supposed to "make all the difference" if there actually are any, over Kydex. |
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NY, USA
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Posted: 9/27/2012 7:25:41 PM EDT
[#12]
http://img820.imageshack.us/img820/3738/gerberb.jpg
My first try at making my own kydex sheath for the old Gerber. |
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UT, USA
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Posted: 9/28/2012 10:54:03 PM EDT
[#13]
I know it has been posted before, and I dug around the thread a few places, but don't have time to go all the way through it tonight, so can I trouble someone to provide links to the best source for Chicago Screws? Either links to the main sight and part numbers, or direct links to the individual components.
Thanks in advance. |
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Posted: 9/28/2012 11:43:20 PM EDT
[#14]
Originally Posted By onesureshot:
I know it has been posted before, and I dug around the thread a few places, but don't have time to go all the way through it tonight, so can I trouble someone to provide links to the best source for Chicago Screws? Either links to the main sight and part numbers, or direct links to the individual components. Thanks in advance. Chicago Screws |
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MI, USA
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Posted: 9/30/2012 9:25:11 AM EDT
[#15]
It's been awhile since I contributed to this thread.
Glock 30, .08 kydex. 
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Posted: 9/30/2012 2:33:47 PM EDT
[#16]
Originally Posted By swinkster:
It's been awhile since I contributed to this thread. Glock 30, .08 kydex. http://www.hunt101.com/data/500/medium/image63.jpg http://www.hunt101.com/data/500/medium/image44.jpg that's perfect.....and exactly what I need to do. Well, a left handed version. I have been having trouble getting that kind of definition with the .080 |
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NY, USA
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Posted: 9/30/2012 3:10:25 PM EDT
[#17]
What toaster oven/ovens is everyone running? I need to get a kydex oven and have little idea where to start.
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Posted: 9/30/2012 3:53:53 PM EDT
[#18]
Originally Posted By Castro5150:
What toaster oven/ovens is everyone running? I need to get a kydex oven and have little idea where to start. mine came from costco |
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Posted: 9/30/2012 3:55:23 PM EDT
[#19]
Originally Posted By Castro5150:
What toaster oven/ovens is everyone running? I need to get a kydex oven and have little idea where to start. I just use a Black and Decker toaster oven I got on sale at Sqall-Mart for 15 bucks. I wish it was a touch bigger but it works fine. |
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Posted: 9/30/2012 4:05:36 PM EDT
[#20]
Get one of those hanging dial type oven thermometers, not all ovens are accurate.
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Posted: 9/30/2012 5:01:56 PM EDT
[#21]
Why have I not seen this till now? Projects are coming out of my brain like O-voters at a free phone hand-out.
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Posted: 9/30/2012 6:45:10 PM EDT
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If you want to start off doing a good job with very little problems you need to take a look at these videos and don't skimp on materials. You can skimp on the tools. Instead of getting a bench top grinder buy you a dremel tool. It will also take the place of a scroll saw if you can also get some tin snips and take the place of the buffer also if you get some fine grit sand paper.
One thing I got that he says you almost absolutely need is a non contact thermometer. I got mine from lowes for $40. Trust me it's worth it the temps on the stoves are way off. If you use .060 and .080 and want good definition a thermometer is a much needed tool. I use .060 to make mine with .093 as the belt loops. Plenty enough strength. I will post a few of the first ones I've done when I get a chance. I wouldn't have been able to get them like the good holsters you see without this video and this thread. LINK: PHILLY EDC |
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Posted: 9/30/2012 7:40:31 PM EDT
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who has tips on making holster for a light bearing pistol? I got my tlr1 in for my M&P.
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Posted: 10/3/2012 5:28:32 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By 4DAIVIPAI2K5:
who has tips on making holster for a light bearing pistol? I got my tlr1 in for my M&P. check the above link to the "philly edc" page. he should have some on there. light bearing can be tricky. you will have to make some type of channel for the light so you can get it in and out of the holster. there are several different ways to do it (pvc, dowel rod cut). also be sure to use some wood pieces to make channels for the the screws on your light so you can get it in and out of the holster without chewing up the inside of your holster. like i said, my experience with light bearing rigs has been a lot of trial and error. the good thing is if you screw it up, you can always reheat the kydex and let it lay back flat and try again. i need to post pics of some of my stuff when ii get a chance. |
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Posted: 10/3/2012 7:27:42 PM EDT
[#25]
Top of page 32 has photos of the dowel jig for making a light channel.
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IN, USA
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Posted: 10/3/2012 10:56:10 PM EDT
[Last Edit: millsusaf]
[#26]
I call her the dual double. |
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Posted: 10/3/2012 11:28:41 PM EDT
[#27]
Oh that's nice...
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GA, USA
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Posted: 10/4/2012 12:21:46 AM EDT
[#28]
Originally Posted By AJ_Dual:
Oh that's nice... I agree, really nice setup! |
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UT, USA
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Posted: 10/4/2012 10:04:32 AM EDT
[#29]
Originally Posted By millsusaf:
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-jSz_eFIBP-I/UGz2ZGF_URI/AAAAAAAAAR8/s1O4-yfww58/s640/DSCN5173.JPG I call her the dual double. Can you post a side view please? I am curious to see how you attach the front carrier to the rear one. Also noticed you index the mags differently, not that there is anything wrong with that, just an observation. |
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IN, USA
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Posted: 10/4/2012 1:17:04 PM EDT
[#30]
Originally Posted By onesureshot:
Originally Posted By millsusaf:
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-jSz_eFIBP-I/UGz2ZGF_URI/AAAAAAAAAR8/s1O4-yfww58/s640/DSCN5173.JPG I call her the dual double. Can you post a side view please? I am curious to see how you attach the front carrier to the rear one. Also noticed you index the mags differently, not that there is anything wrong with that, just an observation. Sure, like this? 
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UT, USA
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Posted: 10/4/2012 2:23:10 PM EDT
[Last Edit: onesureshot]
[#31]
Originally Posted By millsusaf:
Originally Posted By onesureshot:
Originally Posted By millsusaf:
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-jSz_eFIBP-I/UGz2ZGF_URI/AAAAAAAAAR8/s1O4-yfww58/s640/DSCN5173.JPG I call her the dual double. Can you post a side view please? I am curious to see how you attach the front carrier to the rear one. Also noticed you index the mags differently, not that there is anything wrong with that, just an observation. Sure, like this? https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-bHu_JHnAZBI/UGz2th4vU2I/AAAAAAAAASs/yyRuJm8ST-Q/s1024/DSCN5180.JPG?gl=US Do the screws on the ends of the pistol mag portion go into the AR mag portion? If so how do you keep the AR mags from hanging up on them? I like how flush that is. I have seen another one, but there was like a 1/4 inch or more space between the two mag carriers and it just looked bulky and cumbersome. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 10/4/2012 7:43:20 PM EDT
[#32]
Originally Posted By onesureshot:
Originally Posted By millsusaf:
Originally Posted By onesureshot:
Originally Posted By millsusaf:
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-jSz_eFIBP-I/UGz2ZGF_URI/AAAAAAAAAR8/s1O4-yfww58/s640/DSCN5173.JPG I call her the dual double. Can you post a side view please? I am curious to see how you attach the front carrier to the rear one. Also noticed you index the mags differently, not that there is anything wrong with that, just an observation. Sure, like this? https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-bHu_JHnAZBI/UGz2th4vU2I/AAAAAAAAASs/yyRuJm8ST-Q/s1024/DSCN5180.JPG?gl=US Do the screws on the ends of the pistol mag portion go into the AR mag portion? If so how do you keep the AR mags from hanging up on them? I like how flush that is. I have seen another one, but there was like a 1/4 inch or more space between the two mag carriers and it just looked bulky and cumbersome. there is adapter pieces going from the ar to the pistol pouches.. |
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IN, USA
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Posted: 10/5/2012 12:02:20 AM EDT
[Last Edit: millsusaf]
[#33]
Originally Posted By MattNificent:
Originally Posted By onesureshot:
Originally Posted By millsusaf:
Originally Posted By onesureshot:
Originally Posted By millsusaf:
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-jSz_eFIBP-I/UGz2ZGF_URI/AAAAAAAAAR8/s1O4-yfww58/s640/DSCN5173.JPG I call her the dual double. Can you post a side view please? I am curious to see how you attach the front carrier to the rear one. Also noticed you index the mags differently, not that there is anything wrong with that, just an observation. Sure, like this? https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-bHu_JHnAZBI/UGz2th4vU2I/AAAAAAAAASs/yyRuJm8ST-Q/s1024/DSCN5180.JPG?gl=US Do the screws on the ends of the pistol mag portion go into the AR mag portion? If so how do you keep the AR mags from hanging up on them? I like how flush that is. I have seen another one, but there was like a 1/4 inch or more space between the two mag carriers and it just looked bulky and cumbersome. there is adapter pieces going from the ar to the pistol pouches.. This, I molded adapters/extensions to span the gap between the two seperate carriers. |
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UT, USA
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Posted: 10/5/2012 12:21:54 AM EDT
[#34]
Originally Posted By millsusaf:
Originally Posted By MattNificent:
Originally Posted By onesureshot:
Originally Posted By millsusaf:
Originally Posted By onesureshot:
Originally Posted By millsusaf:
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-jSz_eFIBP-I/UGz2ZGF_URI/AAAAAAAAAR8/s1O4-yfww58/s640/DSCN5173.JPG I call her the dual double. Can you post a side view please? I am curious to see how you attach the front carrier to the rear one. Also noticed you index the mags differently, not that there is anything wrong with that, just an observation. Sure, like this? https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-bHu_JHnAZBI/UGz2th4vU2I/AAAAAAAAASs/yyRuJm8ST-Q/s1024/DSCN5180.JPG?gl=US Do the screws on the ends of the pistol mag portion go into the AR mag portion? If so how do you keep the AR mags from hanging up on them? I like how flush that is. I have seen another one, but there was like a 1/4 inch or more space between the two mag carriers and it just looked bulky and cumbersome. there is adapter pieces going from the ar to the pistol pouches..[/quote This, I molded adapters/extensions to span the gap between the two seperate carriers. Cool, thanks for the info. |
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Posted: 10/8/2012 7:15:53 PM EDT
[Last Edit: 4DAIVIPAI2K5]
[#35]
Got to love the internet.
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Posted: 10/10/2012 11:50:16 PM EDT
[Last Edit: bg10]
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Posted: 10/11/2012 12:07:56 PM EDT
[#37]
Just made this one last night -
Springfield XDM45C with a Crimson trace laser. 
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Posted: 10/14/2012 10:12:31 AM EDT
[#38]
Anyone done any horizontal pistol mag carriers? If so can I get some input?
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Posted: 10/14/2012 9:44:54 PM EDT
[#39]
I tried a few things and this is what I came up with.
There is a small tab in the back that hooks to the belt loop to prevent it from sliding forward when the mag is drawn. I molded it so it sat a little low to prevent pinching of skin when sitting. Did a bunch of dry fires and reloads and every thing went smooth. It conceals better then I thought since I couldnt mold it to the curve of my fat. So I was surprised. Going to do a little more sanding to smooth it out some more tomorrow if I get a chance. 
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Posted: 10/14/2012 9:50:31 PM EDT
[#40]
Originally Posted By 4DAIVIPAI2K5:
I tried a few things and this is what I came up with. There is a small tab in the back that hooks to the belt loop to prevent it from sliding forward when the mag is drawn. I molded it so it sat a little low to prevent pinching of skin when sitting. Did a bunch of dry fires and reloads and every thing went smooth. It conceals better then I thought since I couldnt mold it to the curve of my fat. So I was surprised. Going to do a little more sanding to smooth it out some more tomorrow if I get a chance. http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t47/adam_parks/IMG_20121014_204237.jpg http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t47/adam_parks/IMG_20121014_204315.jpg http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t47/adam_parks/IMG_20121014_204326.jpg how do you draw that? |
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Posted: 10/15/2012 7:13:34 AM EDT
[#41]
Originally Posted By DRhodes:
Originally Posted By 4DAIVIPAI2K5:
I tried a few things and this is what I came up with. There is a small tab in the back that hooks to the belt loop to prevent it from sliding forward when the mag is drawn. I molded it so it sat a little low to prevent pinching of skin when sitting. Did a bunch of dry fires and reloads and every thing went smooth. It conceals better then I thought since I couldnt mold it to the curve of my fat. So I was surprised. Going to do a little more sanding to smooth it out some more tomorrow if I get a chance. http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t47/adam_parks/IMG_20121014_204237.jpg http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t47/adam_parks/IMG_20121014_204315.jpg http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t47/adam_parks/IMG_20121014_204326.jpg how do you draw that? I use the index draw just like I do with a vertical holster. Just have to rotate your wrist a little more. I can reach it with either hand if needed. |
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Posted: 10/15/2012 12:30:50 PM EDT
[#42]
Originally Posted By millsusaf:
Originally Posted By onesureshot:
Originally Posted By millsusaf:
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-jSz_eFIBP-I/UGz2ZGF_URI/AAAAAAAAAR8/s1O4-yfww58/s640/DSCN5173.JPG I call her the dual double. Can you post a side view please? I am curious to see how you attach the front carrier to the rear one. Also noticed you index the mags differently, not that there is anything wrong with that, just an observation. Sure, like this? https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-bHu_JHnAZBI/UGz2th4vU2I/AAAAAAAAASs/yyRuJm8ST-Q/s1024/DSCN5180.JPG?gl=US Awesome work, I'd really like to see some more pics if you have them. I was thinking of something similar to this for a 3 gun Tac Limited rig. |
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CO, USA
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Posted: 10/15/2012 1:24:56 PM EDT
[#43]
Originally Posted By bg10:
minimalist hoster for glock 22/23/27 for a coworker who teaches some classes on the weekends. hardware was changed out to black phillips head screws http://<a href=http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8332/8077608497_4721790cac_c.jpg</a> image_2 " /> Really dumb question but have you had any retention problems with loaded mags? The pic looks like it was formed on an empty - I think I'm seeing the follower. |
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Posted: 10/16/2012 6:40:08 PM EDT
[#44]
Originally Posted By KeithC:
Originally Posted By bg10:
minimalist hoster for glock 22/23/27 for a coworker who teaches some classes on the weekends. hardware was changed out to black phillips head screws http://<a href=http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8332/8077608497_4721790cac_c.jpg</a> image_2 " /> Really dumb question but have you had any retention problems with loaded mags? The pic looks like it was formed on an empty - I think I'm seeing the follower. i actually had the mag loaded with snap caps, even if it doesnt show well in the picture. retention is great. "snaps" into place. |
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Posted: 10/18/2012 10:06:01 AM EDT
[#45]
anyone hydrodipped a holster?
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Posted: 10/18/2012 10:07:48 AM EDT
[#46]
Originally Posted By 4DAIVIPAI2K5:
anyone hydrodipped a holster? What's hydrodipped? also, just curious, what thickness kydex do you guys use for belt loops |
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Posted: 10/18/2012 10:37:48 AM EDT
[#47]
Originally Posted By bg10:
Originally Posted By 4DAIVIPAI2K5:
anyone hydrodipped a holster? What's hydrodipped? also, just curious, what thickness kydex do you guys use for belt loops Its sorta like how you put the stickers on model cars back in the day. Its a film transfer that coats what ever you wish. I'm getting ready to do a multi cam battle belt and what to hydro dip my holsters to match. I use .125 for loops. I've used .080 in the past they are just not as solid. |
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Posted: 10/19/2012 3:21:34 PM EDT
[#48]
Finally got around to making one today for my G21SF with a Surefire X300.
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Posted: 10/19/2012 4:06:21 PM EDT
[#49]
Couple questions for you guys
#1 are the 9mm and .40 M&P full sizes the same size for holster making purposes? #2 How the heck are you guys getting such nice smooth contour bends on your holsters? I can get them done but some of your all's kicks the ass of what I've been able to do with a heat gun.
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Posted: 10/19/2012 5:04:55 PM EDT
[#50]
Originally Posted By Sierra5:
Couple questions for you guys #1 are the 9mm and .40 M&P full sizes the same size for holster making purposes? #2 How the heck are you guys getting such nice smooth contour bends on your holsters? I can get them done but some of your all's kicks the ass of what I've been able to do with a heat gun. are you talking about the curve for your body? If so I clamp mine between a piece of wood and my workbench then, heat it and apply a little down ward pressure and let it cool. |
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