GPW 103 - Vacuum Molded Leatherman Holster

[@GregsGarage]

The vacuum bag worked WAY better than I thought it would. Thanks for bringing us along.

[@GPWoodworks]

I admit it wasn't my idea... I have heard of/seen others do it. It does work very well though.

[@catchagrip.9468]

@@GPWoodworks Been looking at molding veg leather and had this very thought process. You'd be the first guy I've seen doing it. How long did you leave it in the bag for? I suppose once formed you could add a hairdryer to speed up the process?

[@GPWoodworks]

@@catchagrip.9468 With this setup, I usually let it ride for 10-15 minutes... You can pull it out and then put it back if you feel like it needs more time. Drying is truly best done with just time... I do, sometimes, get impatient and use a toaster oven at 150F with the door propped open slightly... BUT I highly recommend not walking away... AND pulling the piece out every few minutes to cool. Cooked ("Cured") leather gets much harder to work with.

[@catchagrip.9468]

@@GPWoodworks Thanks for your reply bud. I'll add the necessary tools to my list ; } I think this would be faster than playing around with it, I've seen others using small tacks to hold down the work piece while drying takes place. The small holes disappear when dying etc takes place. Obviously they're not using a vacuum bag. Looks good bud, keep up the good work.

[@BigTex0516]

You’re a life saver I couldn’t get it molded like I wanted until this !! Appreciate you sharing

[@awldune]

That lathe burnisher you made has really made itself handy. I'm always very impressed with these leather projects, I wouldn't have thought that such a result was even possible in a home shop.

[@GPWoodworks]

Thanks man! That's a really nice compliment.

[@seandepoppe6716]

Very nice! Thanks man! I was curious at how well a vacuum sealer would work for wet molding, I figured it would.

[@RustyGlovebox]

That vacuum molding is the way to go. Great job!

[@GPWoodworks]

Thanks Rusty!

[@opasworkshop8373]

loved it Jason I especially liked that buffalo nickel snap brother!

[@eaznutts5714]

All those sharps and no nail clippers???

[@prepperjonpnw6482]

What’s really amazing is the fact that I didn’t notice his fingers or fingernails at all! Lol

[@vernwaltman4632]

Nice looking leatherman pouch I like the vacuum bag solution

[@GPWoodworks]

Thanks!

[@georgeb.wolffsohn30]

Nice knife. Do you mind some info about it ?

[@nathanholbrook7276]

That was amazing! I've never thought of vacuum seal leather like that! Great video!

[@theanxious]

I sort of do this with kydex and have just bought my first piece of leather and tools. I have use a foodsaver vacuum sealer I use to suck that last bit of shape out of each sheath I make . Never even crossed my mind to use it to wet form my first leather sheath! It was a Duh! moment but I appreciate you putting this out there... my other plan would have been much more, involved, we'll say lol. Good vid and beautiful sheath brother!

[@shawnjarman9860]

Very nice, never would have thought of a vacuum bag

[@candicabaniss2560]

This is awesome. I am starting to learn and want to make a EDC for things. I have those bags and a food sealer. Hopefully today.

[@antonyi4739]

Greetings thanks for sharing your knowledge in this fantastic video your vacuum pump is one or two stages and how many cfm, thankful.

[@GPWoodworks]

In this video, I used a shop vacuum

[@mabul513]

On a clip there's a vacuum bag the guy used for last 2 years. ? Worth fixing what it was. He then rubbed it but was still solid. Quality plastic. What thickness was this to get the vacuumed corners as good as you did?

[@GPWoodworks]

I just use the super cheap space saver bags. When they get weak or start leaking, I replace them. There are resources for permanent plastic for vacuum forming, they are typically sold as "vacuum press" components. Here are 2 that I found with a quick search: www.vacupress.com/vacuum-pressing-purchase-bags/ www.veneersupplies.com/categories/Vacuum__Press__Items/Vacuum__Press__Kits/

[@galexeqe]

Awesome I was thinking of making a holster for my phone leatherman and torch and was planning on making a mold but sod that, this looks a LOT easier

[@dylconnaway9976]

Bob Thenob Torch? Well, someone is from the UK. You must admit, flashlight makes more sense than torch. Unless of course you are designing a holster for a legitimate burning or gas fed torch.

[@galexeqe]

@@dylconnaway9976 UK? Try Australia And my torch doesn't flash

[@andrewlayne1932]

How long did you leave it in the vacuum bag?

[@manwenyang4454]

Looks awesome! May I ask what brand of the vacuum machine and vacuum compression bag did you use? Should it be better to use wet and dry vacuum?

[@GPWoodworks]

Any strong vacuum will work. I used a 1 gal shop vac in this video. I have used larger shop vacs for this (works a little better). I have seen people use food saver vacuum sealers for this, so if you already have one of those...

[@manwenyang4454]

@@GPWoodworks Thank you! so the water doesn't matter to the vacuum?

[@BenG76Cards]

I never would have thought to use one of those bags that way I may have to give this a try in the near future.

[@BPMelectrical]

Great job with this - I loved the idea of using a clamp to keep the dye bottle secure (I will be using this trick next project). Question - why did you use the roller at the end near the stitching? Was it to add some additional styling detail?

[@GPWoodworks]

That helps seat and even out the stitches... just makes a cleaner stitch line.

[@remingiusrentis3132]

Hello Mike..very nice you gut your leather sheet, Where do you buy all those leather sheets..?

[@dirkg7062]

Case looks nice. Much easier way to wet form. I'm gonna try this. What's the name of that cool music in the background?

[@GPWoodworks]

Thanks! Can't remember the name of the song... It is from the free music in the youtube library.

[@danielsolowiej]

That develops great suction, takes shape very well!

[@fabricepoulain02]

Hello to you. Could you please give me a tip to harden leather to stiffen the back of my first little pocket I am building. Thank you for your advice. Grateful. Fabrice

[@diegoconde2728]

Where May I buy those vacuum bags? Cool 😎 video Eternally grateful.

[@GPWoodworks]

You can buy these bags in most department stores or online... just look for "space bag" or "vacuum storage bags" or some facsimile of those terms.

[@11lato]

Where can you buy vakum bags?

[@Sickofsociety1]

That turned out really good! Looks pretty simple. Shop vac to the rescue!

[@Belg1970]

Very nice work. I have watched several videos trying to learn different techniques. The knife you made looks like a fantastic tool!! If I might suggest something, when you were sewing the sheath it was just flopping everywhere, why not just round over a piece of wood and insert it into the sheath and vise to hold it still??

[@GPWoodworks]

That's a good idea! I could have used the tool as well. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@suleymancelik7721]

04:53 what is number of sand grind number?

[@GPWoodworks]

Gerçekten emin değilim. Bu video birkaç yıl öncesine ait. 120 olduğunu düşünüyorum

[@safecracker45]

I use the Ziplock vacuum sealer and bags. They really work great. It pulls the vacuum and seals all at one time. And it SEALS. It does not contaminate the sealer any for future food use.

[@GPWoodworks]

I switched to a vacuum pump and space saver bags a couple of years ago... I have seen people use the food saver bags with really good results. It works really well.

[@mistersmith3986]

Excellent job my brother. Thanks!

[@GPWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@DesertBumWoodWorkn]

came out nice, one day I'll try to do leather work. thanks for sharing

[@GPWoodworks]

Thank you... I have found it frustrating and enjoyable at the same time.

[@Truffleheart]

Beautiful work

[@shuppanattanwiphat6035]

Where did you buy the vacuum plastic bag?

[@GPWoodworks]

Wal-Mart

[@supercow61]

Great job !!!Thick leather normally they use a thinner leather on the front , great job !

[@pnuema1.618]

Dumb question but you still wet the leather before putting it under a vacuum? Also how long did you wait? Beginer here.

[@GPWoodworks]

Yes wet it before the vacuum... I usually let it sit under vacuum for 5-10 minutes... If the form is really detailed or intricate I will let it sit longer. I have let some pieces sit for an hour or two... but that is major overkill 99% of the time.

[@pnuema1.618]

@@GPWoodworks thank you!

[@robinpohl2702]

Thanks for the instructions, that clamp hack for the dye was hilarious !

[@GPWoodworks]

Thanks! I have a habit of spilling containers... I can use all the help I can get. Here's an example if you're interested (It's a really old video... don't judge too harshly) :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHeXnKaveMShrJY

[@relivec]

Question: Could a piece of wet formed leather hold its shape without stitching? A 5-6 Oz piece

[@jaredmurray9868]

Where do you guys buy decently priced tools and leather for beginers? I would love to dabble in leather working. Its truely a lost art thats fading really fast into obscurity.

[@GPWoodworks]

I found a Tandy Leather store in my area and shopped the cheapest tools they had or waited for a sale. Shopping online works too... The el cheapo sites have some tool kits that can get you started for really cheap. I prefer to get only what I need for whatever project I am working on... then slowly add tools as I need them. If you start doing this and then decide it's not for you... it's probably best to not have invested a large sum of money in it. Kits are okay... but you will likely find that you only really use a small number of the tools they include on a regular basis. Links for Tandy and Weaver below... Take look at both and then look through the Banggood type sites. There will be something in that mix that will work for you. www.tandyleather.com/en/ www.weaverleathersupply.com/

[@guillermoandrada6197]

Very nice work! Thank you for sharing

[@GPWoodworks]

Thank you... And, thanks for watching!

[@koningbolo4700]

I am sure the board takes some of the water away from the leather but I am even more sure the lather would be almost dry when you combine a board, piece of fabric and 1-1,5 inch plaster slab (like the potters use to dry out clay slip)

[@GPWoodworks]

That's an interesting idea.

[@willemh3319]

a normal vacuum storage bag?

[@GPWoodworks]

Yes.

[@mikelitherland1154]

what thickness is the leather you used?

[@GPWoodworks]

I think it was 5-6oz...

[@waynebonham6452]

Where and what kinda vacuum bag was that?? TY

[@GPWoodworks]

You can buy these at almost any department store. These are designed for storing pillows, clothes and comforters. Just look for something called "space bags".

[@leebradley6561]

Look to get a 'breather' for your vacuum. It goes inside the bag and will stop the creases of the bag trasfering to your leather.

[@GPWoodworks]

That is a good point... This is a fairly old video... I have since upgraded to a vacuum pump and started using canvas to serve this purpose. Thanks for posting the comment.

[@leebradley6561]

@@GPWoodworks also if it helps any in my line of work (which is vacuum bag related) we use polypropylene cut into a palm size teardrop shape and smoothed around the edge to avoid puncturing the bag, but with the shape it allows you to roll the pollyprop on edge, around the perimeter of the part you are moulding. Giving a much sharper internal corner on the finished material. (If that's what you want) .

[@jerichoarroyo105]

That leather wasn't dried up after you took it off the mold was it? I was just thinking about it because if you are vacuuming out all the air then it will not be dried up. Am I correct on that?

[@GPWoodworks]

Not dry at all... in fact it takes a day or two to dry... unless you're impatient like me and throw it in the toaster oven (on low) to speed things up.

[@jerichoarroyo105]

@@GPWoodworks Got it. Thanks for the reply. Nice job on that one!

[@debbiestevenspaperpastimes1863]

Is there a name for the big knife with the green handle? Thanks

[@GPWoodworks]

No Ma'am... No name for it that I know of. I made it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5W0pZmEfZtsrLc

[@olechuga2]

Sir, an excellent job in the making of this Leatherman multitool sheath, ... and a very informative video too. One question please; ... what kind of tooling knife did you use for this job? It looked as if this weapon was slicing thru butter. Thank you Sir.

[@GPWoodworks]

Thank you for the kind words. If you mean the knife with the green handle... I made that knife. There are better designs than this... But if you want to see how I made it... kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5W0pZmEfZtsrLc

[@godofm3tal1]

What knife were you using to trim?

[@GPWoodworks]

This one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5W0pZmEfZtsrLc

[@Dietrich804]

Excellent work.

[@GPWoodworks]

Dietrich804 Thank you.

[@wilsonhui475]

Any one notice the "no leather" label on the vacuum bag ? 3:58

[@GPWoodworks]

HAHA!!! I totally missed that! Good catch! I'm a rule breaker... It can't be helped.

[@emilflognoid1532]

My "Cliff from Cheers" explanation for the"no leather" would be that, if you put a leather jacket in there and vacuumed it, you would inadvertently vacuum form your jacket to the shape of a crushed plastic bag... so the fact it says "no leather" is a good indicator that it's perfect for vacuum forming leather on purpose!

[@theanxious]

It was a vacuum sealer bag. I use a foodsaver vacuum sealer on my kydex sheaths, sucks out all the air very well. You get great prints in kydex, I can attest to that. Wouldn't work as well the larger the sheath gets, believe me I know. But most work perfect and easy to boot!

[@jrx2662]

where did you buy those snaps from?

[@GPWoodworks]

www.tandyleather.com/en/product/theme-cap-line-24-snaps

[@sfkid57]

howdy thank for the video, where can I buy the bags for this video

[@GPWoodworks]

You can buy these at almost any department store. These are designed for storing pillows, clothes and comforters. Just look for something called "space bags".

[@haoleather4601]

o!m!g! that vacuum way is so smart!!!

[@tomoyama4965]

This is a great idea☺

[@markmccombs6009]

what kind of knife do you use to cut leather in the video?

[@GPWoodworks]

I made that knife. There are better designs than this... But if you want to see how I made it... kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5W0pZmEfZtsrLc

[@diegoconde2728]

Any utility knife with changing blades will work. Make sure you have a cutting pad below. You can also use exacto knife.

[@smilingdog54]

Excellent knife for cutting leather! What kind of knife is it? I am going to try my foodsaver/bag

[@GPWoodworks]

Thanks!!! Foodsavers work... I've seen other KZbinrs use them. If you're interested, here's the knife build video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5W0pZmEfZtsrLc&t

[@davidjennings127]

Yep,yes,and gotta try it.

[@marty01957]

Good Job! Thanks for the video.

[@ozzie4ca473]

what Kind of knife do you use?

[@GPWoodworks]

If you mean the knife with the green handle... I made that knife. There are better designs than this... But if you want to see how I made it... kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5W0pZmEfZtsrLc

[@createcustoms6210]

Looks like your new knife works well

[@mullervolker9814]

if you lay 2 shoe laces from the suction valve to the below the object you would have a canal for vacuuming the part

[@GPWoodworks]

Thanks! I'll give that a shot.

[@miltpablo5617]

What kind of knife are you using?

[@GPWoodworks]

This one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5W0pZmEfZtsrLc

[@miltpablo5617]

GP Woodworks thank you for fast respond. Now I have a new project.

[@GPWoodworks]

Milt Pablo No problem. Thanks for watching!

[@jimbojames2181]

Next level

[@oscardacrus]

Muy buen trabajo me encanta

[@georgemarksity1441]

Nice job

[@Albert87nl]

this was actually way epic :O

[@GPWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@Andrey_Bodrey75]

Спасибо, отличная идея с вакуум-пакетом!👍 Респект из России!...)

[@GPWoodworks]

Спасибо!

[@ch34pskate16]

Sweet. I’ll take one .

[@oscarlindelof1736]

Genius

[@AceRichness]

Hey i got same leatherman.

[@chrismodelingworkbench5640]

FYI. Images from your video are being used to sell a vaccu-forming machine on Facebook

[@GPWoodworks]

Thanks for the heads up.

[@chrismodelingworkbench5640]

@@GPWoodworks my pleasure I hate scammers!!! Nice vid by the way! I use a food saver for my wet molding. a clay modeling spoon helps to really press down around the edges.

[@romeutaumaturgorocha207]

Excelente. Parabéns.

[@reubenvargas2824]

Hey nice knife

[@midninteranger4315]

Great video I watched for learning the craft, unlike all those girls worry about your nails yes you ladyboys

[@user-md3is4dq2d]

I respect the work, I just don't like the big lip on the bottom.

[@GPWoodworks]

Fair enough

[@stevestikihutable]

“This bag is way too big” Next picture your cutting plastic... Oh no! He cut the bag down? No, that’s the wrapper for the knife.

[@DrCRAZYde]

Nice one.

[@GPWoodworks]

Thanks!

[@manuelmolina5368]

Wow. ☺️👍

[@willemh3319]

gret way next tim put velt under

[@kristirose4236]

Nice little project but dude, do something with those nasty ass fingernails!!!

[@horseperson195]

And it says on bag 'no leather ' 🤣

[@albertolambach5395]

Lindazo!

[@GPWoodworks]

Obrigado!

[@jjvcustomcrafts5958]

Am i the only one that likes the video but the damn plastic noises annoy the crap out of me!!! Feels like i can burst out shouting

[@GPWoodworks]

HA! You're probably not the only one. It is kind of annoying. I try to correct issues like that nowadays. Sorry... Thanks for the comment and for watching.

[@davidlee4858]

Fantastic and informative video, great end product. But FFS, those nails! No need for that🤮

[@iznogudsurfer5911]

"Mold"-ing.... literally!! Black Mold on the wooden board and the back of the leather. And please when you make youtube videos cut your nails or at least clean them. and the most important thing is: wear pants! 05:43

[@GPWoodworks]

Black mold does not form in 15 minutes. I was wearing khakis 8:57.

[@cristinalai6848]

I watched the video for the tips and it was useful... Who cares about the nails 💅 not watching for gel nails tutorial! 😂 😂 how long did you leave it in the bag?

[@57donny]

Oh look a troll. Under your bridge troll!

[@joeyalcaraz2052]

If you are looking at this video and paying attention to a 2 second glimpse of what appears to be skin you are watching this video for all the wrong reason i personally appreciate people who are willing to share there knowledge with us knowing that they are gonna be scrutinized and insulted for every detail in the video thank you for your video dont let insecure people with obviously too much time on there hands bother you or your video making process

[@joeyalcaraz2052]

Thanks gp woodworks

[@tevsundels]

Подстриги ногти. :(

[@GPWoodworks]

Мне нужно, чтобы они ковырялись в носу. :)

[@officialWWM]

That all looks too hard...think I'll just buy one...

[@GPWoodworks]

That's the spirit!

[@riverwindflutes]

Where did you purchase the vacuum bag ?. Thanks

[@GPWoodworks]

Wal-Mart

[@riverwindflutes]

Thank you

[@relivec]

Question: Could a piece of wet formed leather hold its shape without stitching? A 5-6 Oz piece

[@GPWoodworks]

Yes. People use wet forming to make masks and all kinds of stuff.