Explanation of options

Handgun Model:

This is a list of the current models that I have available. Often there are more but I just haven't updated the list yet, when in doubt just send me an email to check about a particular gun. If I don't have one in hand, then sometimes I can source one, it never hurts to ask. Also if you want to insure a specific gun will work just put the model in the options/comments and I'll take it from there.

Position of Holster:

This dictates where the holster will be placed. It refers to the side of the body you would like it to ride on. For instance if your right handed ordering a Texas holster to wear around 4 o'clock you would select right. When in doubt though just explain in the order comments where you would like the holster to go.

Colors:

Exotic Hides:

Shark Trim	Shark Full Coverage	Elephant Trim	Ostrich Leg Trim	Ostrich Leg Full Quill Combo

Stitching Color:

This is the actual color of the stitching. One thing to note, stitching does take some dye, so if you order a russet holster with white thread, generally the thread will be off white in the finished product. Black will stay black, but if you have a question here as always feel free to ask.

Stitching Type - Hand Stitching or Machine Stitching?

I want to mention this page has changed, I am going to be machine stitching my normal line of holsters. I'm doing this to keep up with production demand. Hand stitching will be offerred at an increased rate for those who require the absolute highest strength stitch available. I still stand behind the fact that hand stitching is a better stitch, but it takes much longer to produce. That said, most people will not beat up a holster enough to notice the difference in durability but we all know at least one person that absolutely abuses their gear, and this option works well for that type of person;)

Why do I offer hand stitching on my holsters? 

Well that's a question that I get quite often. I'll let someone who had much more experience answer it with a quote from his great book, "The Art of Hand Sewing Leather", by the legendary Al Stohlman.

"Though slower, hand sewing is superior to machine sewing. It is the best method of stitching two or more pieces of leather together for lasting years of wear and service."

There are thousands of different sewing machines, designed for multiple or specific uses. The most common of the machine stitches is called the "lock" stitch. This is made with a top thread and a bottom thread ... which is in a small spool called the "bobbin". The lock stitch is formed by the top thread going around the bobbin spool, picking up the bottom thread, to form a loop. When properly adjusted, the loop is pulled between the two thicknesses of materials being sewn. The cut-a-way illustrations below show the differences in the LOCK STITCH ... and the HAND STITCH.

Belt Width:

Normal gunbelts are 1.5in. well commonly most belts are that width, however you will ocasionally see 1.75in. belts as well. The reason it's important to tailor the clips/holster to the belt is to limit the amount of slop of the holster on the belt, which will make it ride better and more comfortably.

Belt Thickness:

Modern gunbelts are thicker than they have ever been with some exceeding 1/3in. thick, as a result I've found it's best to try and setup the holster to work on your thickness of belt. When if doubt just email and I can cover that as well.

Attachment to belt:

This is only an option on holster with removable clips, but this allows you to select which type of clips you'd like. I'll fill in more information on this along with pictures soon.

Full Grain Leather Lining:

Full grain leather lining does two main things. First it helps lessen the wear on the finish of the gun by providing a smoother surface against the gun. Also it adds a second layer of full grain leather which tends to make the rig quite a bit stiffer, and more durable over time. I would go so far to say leather lining might even double the life of a holster, really I think that is the main advantage to me, the finish wear is secondary. Also I occasionally get the question of why my leather lining is priced where it is, I pay the same per sq. ft. for all thickness of hide basically. As a result it doubles the cost of leather for the rig, I also laminate the two layers together and then stitch around any exposed edges to insure that they will stay together even if the adhesive were to fail.

Do you mind if I use your first name and last initial for promo pictures:

Normally when you see pictures on my site you will see a little line in the corner of the picture that says "Custom made for John D. of Michigan", this question is just asking if I can use your name in the picture, if not I will list name withheld in the photos.

Where did you hear about us?

Sometimes the place you heard about us isn't on the list, feel free to put it in the options/comments. I love to try and track who's talking about my holsters as well and see what is driving orders.