Casting the Perfect Holster

Today there are more and more people are choosing to get the permits that will allow them to carry a weapon so that they can protect themselves from immediate danger. This is a great thing in many ways. They are brave enough to stand up for themselves, their family, and their neighbors if need be to protect those people from harm. However, with the increased rate of carrying weapons and wanting them to be within easy reach, casting the perfect holster is also becoming very important.

DIY Holsters?

You may feel that you have to buy a holster if you want one that will fit your gun properly. However, the truth is, you do not have to search endlessly for a holster. With a few basic tools and a little material, you can make one that fits your gun, even if you have one that normally would not be holstered. It is easy to do, especially if you use Kydex as the material you use.

Building the Holster

Kydex is affordable and easier to work with than you may expect. You should cut your material large enough that it will wrap around your weapon, whether knife or gun. Some people suggest using two pieces rather than wrap it, but you get to choose which is right for you. Do this before you attempt to trim off excess, or you will risk not having enough material at the end of this process.

Once it is wrapped, you will need to form the material using a press of some type. You can purchase it or make one using wood and foam. You will want to heat up the Kydex before pressing it since it will hold its shape better when hot. You will want your knife or gun left inside as you heat up and stuff. Leave it a little loose to ensure you can get to it with very little effort. A heat gun will be ideal for heating it up. Eyelets will hold everything together. You can trim off excess material outside of the eyelets. After all of this is done, you should use clear casting resin to coat it, which will help it keep its shape and prevent it from cracking.

Use Casting Resin for More

If you want to use your knife or gun holster as an accessory, you can use epoxy to add decoration to the holster. You can use it to ensure that a plastic clip will not break. You can use epoxy resin to repair an old holster that has sentimental value. It is the easiest way to ensure that you have a holster that you will always be proud of. Considering how important self-protection is in today’s world; why not have fun with it?