Finally, one for Larry

[Lane]

Once the glue has dried, I need to make sure that the edges are completely smooth and lined up. No matter how hard I try, it's impossible to get the pieces lined up perfectly. I bit of trimming with the knife and a trip to the drum sander takes care of that:

Now, back to the stitcher:

This little wheel helps keep the stitching lines parallel and straight:

About 20 minutes later, we are done stitching:

Now, using the #3 beveling tool, I trim the edges:

This strop board, helps keep the beveling tools razor sharp:

This is where we are right now - tomorrow I'll cut the belt slots and apply the hot pink leather dye.

Lane

[AutoMag]

Great posts Lane.

Holster making is not as easy as some think is it Lane!!! It looks like a lot of time and hard work go into each and every holster.

[Lane]

Originally Posted by AutoMag

It looks like a lot of time and hard work go into each and every holster.

I figure each holster is in my hands for 8 - 10 hours. I suspect there are ways to speed things up but I haven't figured them out yet.

LS

[AutoMag]

You are doing great just as you are doing it Lane but I am sure that you would like to be able to spend more time with your family!!!