cap6888
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Saw a video using a vacuum space saver bag instead of a press. Looked like a neat way to do it. I want to try my hand at it. Ever make one with an RTI hanger?
My kydex holster attempts
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Draeger204
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What are all the materials and equipment needed to start making kydex holsters?
F-Stop
Ultimate Member
There are many different ways to do it. From barebones plywood and bar clamps to vacuum tables to t-shirt type heat presses.
I found YouTube a good resource. Search Phillyedc, taco presses, diy kydex, etc..
Basics would be:
Toaster oven
Laser temp gauge - optional but really helpful
Some form of press
Kydex sheets
Rivets and tools
Box cutter
Drill
Finishing tools- as expensive or as cheap as you want- sandpaper, dremel, belt sander, polishing wheel, etc....
Use caution with polymer guns.
I found YouTube a good resource. Search Phillyedc, taco presses, diy kydex, etc..
Basics would be:
Toaster oven
Laser temp gauge - optional but really helpful
Some form of press
Kydex sheets
Rivets and tools
Box cutter
Drill
Finishing tools- as expensive or as cheap as you want- sandpaper, dremel, belt sander, polishing wheel, etc....
Use caution with polymer guns.
Bootknife
Ultimate Member
I bought a Toaster oven at Good Will for $10 Built My Vacuum Table on a Harbor Freight Dolly With Casters Four 2x4"s To get to working Height, on the Lower Shelf(Base) I set a Out of Date Propane Cylinder for Capacity along with the Vacuum Pump. A simple pipework System with Vacuum Gauge and Ball Valve to Control Suction on the Box. A Hand Held HF Heat Temp Digital Thermometer and a HF Heat Gun to Adjust Holster Edges. HF Has a Cheap Gear Type Rivet Press that is Used with simple Mod's to set Grommets or Rivets.Knifekits can provide Kydex Dies and has Video's on it's site to help You ! I will try and post a pic of my Table.
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Really good work.
Also consider closing up with stitching instead of metal rivets.
Also consider closing up with stitching instead of metal rivets.
F-Stop
Ultimate Member
Bootknife, what did you use for the membrane on the table? Thanks
Bootknife
Ultimate Member
bluelighttactical.com was the place I used but I think there are others out there1
Florida_11B
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******BUMP!!!!******** lets get this going again. Lets see more finished projects!
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