Go West Posted October 23, 2013 Posted October 23, 2013 Momma has one sticky holster and wondered what to do/use? I plan on sticking it in the sun with a piece of leather in it to make the pistol larger. Any readily available substance that would make it slick? We leave for Bordertown tomorrow! Thanks in advance.
Dutch Wheeler Posted October 23, 2013 Posted October 23, 2013 The recommendation above will work for now, but when you get back, you might want to get your hands on this: Stuff is a little pricey, but a little dab goes a long way, and does the job well. You can order from Midway HERE.
Anvil Al #59168 Posted October 23, 2013 Posted October 23, 2013 Yep. KG9 That stuff works great. And it only takes a VERY LITTLE to do the job. One little jar will last you years.
ShadowCatcher Posted October 23, 2013 Posted October 23, 2013 Momma has one sticky holster and wondered what to do/use? I plan on sticking it in the sun with a piece of leather in it to make the pistol larger. Any readily available substance that would make it slick? We leave for Bordertown tomorrow! Thanks in advance. This has worked for me reliably: http://www.midwayusa.com/product/691675/galco-draw-ez-holster-treatment-1-2-oz-bottle SC
The Original Lumpy Gritz Posted October 23, 2013 Posted October 23, 2013 If it's sticky at the cly area. Stuff and keep a tennis ball in the holster. If in the bbl area. Use a 1-1 1/4" dia wood dowel. Leav'em in place when holster is not in use. LG
Jefro, SASS#69420 Posted October 23, 2013 Posted October 23, 2013 KG9 Yep, KG9, good stuff.........just a tiny dap'll do you. Spray silicone if can't find any before Bordertown. Good Luck Jefro Relax-Enjoy
T-Bone SASS #36388 Posted October 23, 2013 Posted October 23, 2013 KG-9.. works great. Use it the day before the match.......T-Bone
Guest Dusty Webster Posted October 23, 2013 Posted October 23, 2013 Old leather workers used Neatsfoot Oil, I still do. Rub in a light coating and let dry. It will soften the leather. If you want to custom fit it, then cover the pistol with plastic wrap, oil the inside of the holster, slip the protected pistol in and leave it like that for a day or two or more. The leather will stretch to the the pistol....or tennis ball as noted on the above post. If you have natural leather, it will accept the oil more redially, black leather not so well. The leather comes from Mexico now, and is cured with uretha.... SO never store your pistols in their leather.
The Original Lumpy Gritz Posted October 23, 2013 Posted October 23, 2013 The leather comes from Mexico now, and is cured with uretha.... SO never store your pistols in their leather. Not all of it. Just ask Nick. http://www.knightsleatherproducts.com/products.html LG
Anvil Al #59168 Posted October 23, 2013 Posted October 23, 2013 KG-9.. works great. Use it the day before the match.......T-Bone I got to get some from you Friday. I had some around here. Went to use it and can't find it. But know you have some in the shop.
John Ray Davis Posted October 23, 2013 Posted October 23, 2013 Midway sells a Galco product. Works very well for me. http://www.midwayusa.com/product/691675
Marauder SASS #13056 Posted October 23, 2013 Posted October 23, 2013 KG 9 is available. Galco is good stuff as well, but not currently available through Midway.
Gunner Gatlin, SASS 10274L Posted October 24, 2013 Posted October 24, 2013 spray silicone. HH Yup - it works perfect - asked the same question about a year ago. Make sure you get the food grade stuff..a little quick spray goes a long way. GG ~
Roger Rapid Posted October 24, 2013 Posted October 24, 2013 Midway's price of $9.95 for the KG9 isn't a problem, but their shipping at $12.50 is! What's that about? is it a Hazmat product? ... RR
Trailrider #896 Posted October 24, 2013 Posted October 24, 2013 While all these products (EXCEPT NEATSFOOT OIL!) are okay, the best thing is to wet fit the holster to the gun. Run tepid tap water inside and outside the holster for about 15-30 seconds. Place the gun inside a plastic baggie, wrapped tightly around the gun. Insert the gun in the holster for a few hours. If really tight, use wooden dowels, with the end rounded off with a file or sandpaper, to expand the holster around the muzzle and ejector thumb piece and cylinder and trigger guard. Be sure to make a track from where the thumbpiece sits with the gun fully seated and the top of the holster. This prevents a pocket from forming around the thumbpiece and "trapping" the gun. After a few hours remove the gun and allow the leather to dry overnight. Periodically reinsert the wrapped gun in the holster and pull it back out. When the leather is completely dry, treat it with a VERY LIGHT coating of Lexol® Leather Conditioner. Spray on, wipe off.
Nellie Blue #54399 Posted October 24, 2013 Posted October 24, 2013 KG-9.. works great. Use it the day before the match.......T-Bone Yep..cuz ya don't want it on your hands the day of the match. I recommend/use it also!
THE CALHOUN COUNTY BA Posted October 25, 2013 Posted October 25, 2013 Trairider said it best. that don't work put a thin rag on top (over) of the plastic bag. Works for me Or U can make some holster streachers. Out line your pistol and cut out of 3/4 board, Then cut out a cylinder out of 3/4 wood. (2) use a screw to hold in place. and glue. I use them when I make holsters all the time. CCBA
Key Hay Posted October 25, 2013 Posted October 25, 2013 Careful with the Silicone spray. I learned the hard way don't spray it before a stage. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fz3OmcFTwHk
Trooper John Smith SASS 5561 Posted October 25, 2013 Posted October 25, 2013 Just a touch of "leather-cling" is desirable to me. Too loose a fit can buy you a stage (or match) DQ. Trooper
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