Dorado Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 So I made my first CAS gun rig. It's for my .357mag SAA's and I'm really happy with how it came out. There are a few things that I'd have done differently though of course and I'll make sure to do it right on the next one. But without further ado here it is. I wasn't thinking about it and I accidentally made some lines in the face of the belt and something very important that I learned, sew on the billets and measure from the center billet to center the cartridge loops. I didn't know that and centered them exactly in the center of the belt so they are off set to the right too far however that means that I can get to almost all of my 32 bullets with my right hand. The main dye I used is Old Master's Red Mahogany wood stain that was then treated with SnoSeal before gluing and sewing. The Holster liner, billets, and cartridge loops are dyed with Fiebing's Saddle Tan in a 1:4 ratio with Mineral Spirits. The entire rig is then sealed with Resolene. Holsters are made with 8/9oz lined with 3/4 oz. Wet formed Belt is two layers of 5/6oz Cartridge loops are 4/5 oz I have no clue about the billets. They were made from a Tandy belt blank that I had laying around. I think it's about 9/10. I am very proud with how the holster liner came out. No wrinkles what so ever. Next time though. I'll glue the holsters together and burnish the edges before I gouge a stitch line and stitch it. So how did I do? This is my first holster and gun belt. and my biggest project to date. I still need to add the gun retention strap. I just haven't be able to get it just right yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J. Mark Flint #31954 LIFE Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 If I were you I'd be proud of the workmanship. They look nice and very functional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Presidio Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 Ya' done real good and certainly made something to have alot of real pride in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparky Nelson Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 Very nice work! That wood stain finish looks great. I might have to try that myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocWard Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 In a word: Wow! In two words: Wow! Awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rye Miles #13621 Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 Very nice, impressive! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardpan Curmudgeon SASS #8967 Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 Most excellent! And FAR nicer than MY first~!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hurricane Deck 100366 Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 Well done! I'd wear that to a hitchin' party fer sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calamity Kris Posted February 23, 2016 Share Posted February 23, 2016 Very nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Mountain Charlie SASS #43172 Posted February 23, 2016 Share Posted February 23, 2016 Very good job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chili Ron Posted February 23, 2016 Share Posted February 23, 2016 Howdy, I see some holsters that could have been made back when. I really like em except I don't see a left ?? And No idea how they fit. Awesome first try. I would never guess. Best CR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bama Red Posted February 23, 2016 Share Posted February 23, 2016 Very nice work! I'd be proud to own that rig. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorado Posted February 23, 2016 Author Share Posted February 23, 2016 Very nice work! That wood stain finish looks great. I might have to try that myself. I wouldn't suggest wood stain. I used it as I didn't have anything to get the color I was wanting. I'm not doing that again. It bled pigment up until I sealed it. I'm planning on putting another coat of the sealer on it once it warms up a bit. That said, I do like the color I got. If you want to try it, work the leather a bit and warm it up to open the pores as much as possible. Once the stain is on and you're satisfied with the color, get a few soft, clean work rags and rub the crap out of it before you seal it. The color will change and become richer with sealer. Howdy, I see some holsters that could have been made back when. I really like em except I don't see a left ?? And No idea how they fit. Awesome first try. I would never guess. Best CR It's a right hand straight and cross draw rig. No left. I have one, I just wanted to try something different. Oh and the fit is perfect.....for me. They won't fit anyone else. :P I'm glad y'all approve. There's a lot of work in these when you don't know what you're doing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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