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I asked Mark to post these pictures for me, because I was having trouble getting them to post.
The first shows a pattern cut out and the reverse side skived down at the edges. This will be laminated with shark, and I didn't want the edges to be too thick.
Lou




Second shows the cutting operation using a hudraulic clicker.




Third photo shows waxing the edges with hot wax.



I'll try to get more photos as the work progresses.
Lou

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Hi Lou,

Thanks for sharing a look into what it takes to make a quality holster! I've never seen the process myself, so I'm looking forward to seeing the rest of it. Is the machine in the second photo a press that operates a die to cut out the pattern? Is it called a "clicker press"? Thanks for a look!


Edited to add: Heck yes it's a clicker. I should bother to read the captions!

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Oh, this is gonna be nice. By the way Lou who is in the picture? I thought you were in your 30's still. Seriously, thanks Lou this is going to make a nice finishing touch to a beautiful pistol.

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Lou-

This is great stuff!! Maybe others have, but I'm in the same boat as John and have neer seen anything like this posted before. I bet a bunch of us are enjoying learning something about what goes into making your "goodies". Thanks!

Chip

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Lou,

Keep the pictures coming, I would love to see the process and detailed explanation of the steps

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Hey now... I know what holster that’s gonna’ be!!! Lou it’s nice to see you “mug” on the forum too... kinda’ dresses up the place.

Thanks guys.. I'll try to get more photos as the work progresses.
Lou

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It's great to see the process! Thanks Lou! Now... get back to work.

Hey Lou,

Thanks for sharing them pics, I'd love to see more....I've never seen a holster being made before.

BTW, looks like the clicker could double as a giant waffle iron, to be used at the annual 4th of July fireman's pancake breakfast!?!?

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