Gun Stippling Tips and Techniques

[@kyleboyer8542]

I think I speak for everyone, when we were a little skeptical, we first started on the block, then once we saw that halfway mark, everyone’s draw dropped lol. Hats off man, what an amazing job.

[@tristarcustoms77]

I appreciate it!

[@cityoftrees9953]

Jaw*

[@faithfulfatherof2]

I didn't know Matthew McConaughey did pistol stippling. Great job!

[@bossdawg165]

Aaawwwwlllllll rrriiiiiiiiiiiiigghhhht

[@k4x9]

That's not a Texas accent dumbass. That's Tennessee or Kentucky or something like that.

[@LeskoBrandon2x]

That’s a southeastern accent. Southern Appalachian most likely. Nothing near a Texan accent

[@faithfulfatherof2]

You guys are taking my comment way too serious. Gee whiz. Lighten up!

[@LeskoBrandon2x]

@@faithfulfatherof2 fuck you cory

[@benh5749]

i was skeptical when you first started but that turned out really good, nice job man

[@boratsagdiyev5679]

Same here but as he finished it and put it back together i sat on my couch jaws locked for a minute, he says otherwise but this definitely is art

[@Mohler2A]

Wow. Artistic af!! I'd absolutely LOVE to have that stipple job on my Glock 19.

[@rinjutatobe4579]

not everyone who can do detailed work like this, you are the person I just saw who can do that perfectly

[@RichardCranium321]

Don't sell yourself short... You, sir, are an artist for sure. If a chick can urinate on a crucifix & get a grant as an art student, I believe your work should stand by Van Gogh & DaVinci in a museum (or in my personal safe) 😉

[@gameofdeath69]

Man this comment made my day 😂

[@highspeed9518]

Diamond dremel bit,flex extension,and heat controlled iron are the most overlooked parts to a good stipple job,being able to control heat makes a huge difference in the end look,I haven't seen one you tuber catch that yet,also buffing the under cut to a mirror finish (looks wet) is very easy if you know the tricks,when using a larger bit like a waffle go slow don't let the frame get to hot,this is where people got inconsistent results with the waffle,you cant go fast

[@a49er4life]

1st try using the cheapest soldering iron I could find, completed a perfect triple weave, under cut, finger rests on my SD40VE. Only thing you need is common sense and patience

[@wheelgun_rick]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video man. Thank you for this. I'm trying to start a business customizing guns, and I'm blown away by your skill. Great job and thanks again

[@tristarcustoms77]

Chevy Z0Slicks I’m really glad you enjoyed it. That’s the main purpose for me making the video.

[@Saccityfarm_lyf]

“Now if you don’t like that, you don’t like guns!!!” 🔥 🔥 🔥 damn skippy there partner, I agree!

[@Mrcertified-mc1te]

The same way I learned how to tattoo is how I learned how to Stipple my guns... got board and wanted to challenge myself so i did it myself. Life is learning so you can pass it down. Everything I learn isn't taking the next man or women out of business. There's probably like 3 or 4 maybe 5 billion people on earth but there's always a younger generation coming in that will want to do & learn the same thing. Me being me I have 2 sons && 2 daughters @ 28 i know my likes && hobbies may rub off kuz they see me do it every day. Thank you for your tips & techniques.

[@rileyoneil2978]

YOU NEED TO UP YOUR PRICE, THAT WORK IS AMAZING AND YOUR SKILL SHOULD BE COMPENSATED!

[@NOYESUSA]

"If you don't like that, you just don't like guns" 100% agree with this. I was planning on doing a simple stipple but I might just have to get fancy after seeing this. Thank you for the video.

[@raymondsantaanna7259]

4 years after it still looks narley!! Good work bro I'm gonna add your techniques to my arsenal..

[@tristarcustoms77]

I appreciate it!

[@bds6920]

Can you post the model of the flex cut tool and the Micro Grinder--I have nothing but time and an extra Ar-15 grip---too broke to have a prof do this...ur work looks great

[@mrobinson7828]

Awsome job I personally like the way guns look hand stippled I would really be interested in having you work on mine

[@tristarcustoms77]

I would be glad to! You can find my contact info in the description

[@ryanjordan5032]

“If you don’t like that, you just don’t like guns.” I died laughing. Very true sir. Great video.

[@JeremyJohnson-rr8ge]

Wow man thanks! Exactly what I needed to see. I freehanded my own brand new G45 Gen 5 and totally blew it. It is all in the prep. Thanks brother

[@hb2553]

Wow! That looks perfect! No idea how you can do that and not goof it up! You’re a true artist!

[@KaydenRios]

I’m gonna go for it! Great how-too video. Sure u helped a lot of people and I hope u even got some revenue outta this man! I’m sure u helped lots of people

[@zupp.social]

i did tape the ruler and then use my solder tip to create a line then use your tiny chisel, having the side of the ruler stick on the frame makes your lines realy good that will avoid accidentally hitting your wrist.

[@michaelpiliero9755]

Have you ever heated the tip up slightly. I have seen a gentleman put a little heat to it and it seems to slide a bit easier to accomplish borders

[@wayd19]

I know this is an old video but if you still have that first gun you did it would be cool to see someone fixing a bad stipple job.

[@johnjohnalmand]

i think the "17x" is a great idea, ive thought the same thing about concealment. sure a shorter slide may make sitting down slightly more comfortable but that all goes out the window with a fullsize light. The grip is what prints so bad though, while a full length slide might look a little goofy with a compact grip, i think its more practical than the 19x for concealment. i just got into stippling over the weekend and went totally overboard and stippled all my poly pistols, i learned a lot. i think ill end up with one of those wood carvers too. Trying to use the round cutting bit on the dremel for a boarder is hard and leaves a rougher look, i tried that end ended up going back around the boarder with my wood burner which, im sure as you know, is very hard to keep from melting too far outside the boarder. thanks for the good tips brother !

[@AJCsr]

It looked to me like a nice silicone rubber pad to set your frame on would be helpful. Keep it from slidin around, and you probably wouldn't have to have your hand in harm's way. Just a thought...

[@billypike3797]

In 2010 or 11 I stippled my Glock 23. Back then we could buy and sell guns on Facebook groups. I posted it up for sale and got a dozen messages about who stippled and how much. And it was a basic job, just a fine point stipple. People lined up to drop their guns off to me at $100 a pop. Never did anything I did look as good as this. I did probably 30 before I got tired of it. Had I had your skill, I might have kept it up. Great work

[@alcalu]

WOW - that was sooo satisfying to watch! Thanks for posting, Tristar Customs. I'd be interested to see a SIG stippling video - since their grips are removable. Good job, guys.

[@badfatboy1]

Your technique has gotten a lot better brother, solid work! Stippling's all about repetition and taking it slow...

[@Badbri2A]

Nice job, I did my hard hat for practice.. it came out nice..you have to have A LOT OF PATIENTS..

[@donmac-ee1402]

Stipple job looks GREAT!

[@davidmish6218]

only three things you need to do to a brand new glock 19. night sights, magwell extension and a knuckle cut. you sir have by far the best free hand work i have scene yet. otherwise i would send my frame to agency and leave it to the laser to do my cuts

[@cityoftrees9953]

That looks so good. You are a tru craftsman. Thx for sharing this info. Wish u were local. I would def pay for your work 😊

[@tristarcustoms77]

@@cityoftrees9953 I appreciate it!

[@northwesthome4692]

Just started doing this myself and it’s great to go back to these videos for tips

[@You-gk1el]

Boomhower stipling incorporated: “when you do that last part it is so satisfactory ...o yea...”

[@tristarcustoms77]

Alvin Ray man if you had made this comment about two months earlier I would have made my new business name “Boomhower Stippling Inc” 😂

[@boratsagdiyev5679]

@@tristarcustoms77"hey tristar man, hdleorhejwldoej ill tell you what man , gskeorhegwnelfoejeh dang beautiful glock man. Hduroehwgidieheje8eje really be dang proud of that" Sorry for the bad impersonation of what i like to call "boomhower noises" but to someone from europe that's about what he sounds like

[@cwatson42785]

@@tristarcustoms77 how much for a similar stipling job like this?

[@elkinposada6261]

Earned a subscriber and potential customer, now trying to decide if I want a permanent grip like this

[@andresmoreno3639]

What was the temp outdoors? Cuz if P Diddy was bawlz deep at the same time it means the gun was compromised

[@Kami3Kaze]

Mine didn't come out anything like this I even used the otd waffle tip which seems to go too deep imo

[@blake102989]

The dremel 2050 stylo does not go crazy when in a bind it shuts itself off and is the best dremel I've used because it is about the size of the flex shaft tool with the motor and all inside.

[@teamkaioken6759]

That’s great. I’ve been wanting to start myself and this video really helped me have a better understanding of design

[@KingDez808]

Dude awesome video and work!! This is exactly the stippling I want on my G23. Your work looks really clean and professional man..

[@tristarcustoms77]

Des Anderson thank you. I certainly appreciate it.

[@HickLif3]

I bet you could make a simple little leather "glove" to protect your hand and wrist while using that gouge. Sew a thumb loop and have it go down your wrist and button down there. Use a heavy leather in the most likely places to get hit and then harden it, I'm not completely familiar with that process but I think it is pretty simple. I would suggest an actual glove but I hate limiting my fingers when doing stuff like this. Do you end up going back around the border after stippling to clean it up? That little tool is a great idea, much better than trying to use a rotary tool and keep a straight line. Also how do you do the finger ledge? I've only ever seen people use a mill to do those

[@Fubar684]

Double weave looks great. Sunburst is cool, too.

[@Nomad_fiveo9]

I love thanks for the tips Bruf I will do a assassin’s creed logo and your style awesome video

[@matthewlu150]

I m usually very critical of others work, but I can't find anything negative about this. You have a great attitude, you don't bs, and you do great work. Have a great day/night, and thanks for sharing.

[@tristarcustoms77]

greg king thanks man I appreciate that. I try to keep it real.

[@Tino.Armenta]

Can you show how to do custom logos, like you mentiones a punisher skull etc.

[@ralphralpherson9441]

I do like your "weave" pattern way better than others I've seen who use the fine tip wood burners and just make a mess of dots. I mean, those do look "OK" and Im sure they are functional, but your stippling is functional and aesthetically pleasing. Very nice. Hey, just out of curiousity, you ever done this to a Walther PPS-2? Wondering if you have any observations on the polymer they use over at Walther (harder or easier to burn, look good? etc...) I might have to give this a try! Thanks for the tips!

[@tristarcustoms77]

Thanks for the feedback! Unfortunately I don’t have any experience with the PPS-2 or any other Walthers

[@nickcitron2369]

Beautiful work, buddy!!! Wish my P30 looked like this!!!

[@deanmiles3505]

You do beautiful work...and really for not much money. Take care, Be safe.

[@JazzLowrider]

I think this is a great stippling job, it takes a lot of patience, and precision.

[@RodThaBod]

Wow! That looks awesome. Excellent job.

[@stephenblakely9804]

Best stippling job I've seen. Wish you could do my 21

[@tristarcustoms77]

stephen blakely I can do your 21. Send it in lol

[@nbates9893]

What's the key to using the u gouge? I bought one but on my practice material (magpul ar15 grip) it slips every couple millimeters and is very difficult to use.

[@tristarcustoms77]

5.56 Or 5.45? Magpul stuff takes a lot of practice to use the u-gouge on. All there stuff has a lot of glass in it. It works best on Glock polymer. Anyway the truck to not letting slip is to wiggle it to start it cutting and if necessary keep wiggling to continually cut while keep one edge of the gouge riding a marked line. One thing you’ll run into is will scuff marks in your border line. You can go back and clean those up later though.

[@nbates9893]

@@tristarcustoms77 thanks for the reply man. Yeah I discovered the wiggle it's definitely helps.

[@thegolflife7565]

I feel like I’m at the the dentist! How do they do the silicon carbide?

[@tristarcustoms77]

I think they sand the frame down and apply the carbide with some sort of adhesive. I’ve never done it before

[@daveg8480]

Basketweave pattern if you compare to safariland

[@delirium1326]

That turned out way better than I expected. Well done.

[@dudetheguy7893]

How much do you charge to stipple

[@herberar]

Really artistic and functional!!! Congrats!!!!

[@noahsmith6300]

Please post the build and work of the 19x "done right".

[@tristarcustoms77]

Noah Smith I’m working on it brother! I’ve got the hard part of the framework finished on that gun. I’m waiting on the slide parts to show up but I’d say the video should be live on that as soon as next week.

[@tristarcustoms77]

That gun is officially finished unfortunately I’m having to find a way to recover my video footage of the entire build off my iPhone 7 that crashed. But as soon as I can I’ll get it posted up. Also I’ll have a short preview of that gun on Facebook and instagram

[@yokedoutbandit6098]

Best stippling video on KZbin. 👌👍

[@tristarcustoms77]

That’s a much appreciated comment sir!

[@jaywethington1934]

Im only 7:30 into the video and I don't know if you're gonna go over my question but I wanted to ask it now since you just mentioned sanding the factory texture off. Why do you have to sand off the factory texture before you stipple a pistol when you're just gonna melt through it during the job? I've watched other peoples stippling videos but nobody has said exactly why you sand the factory texture off. Does it somehow show through your stipple job or does leaving the factory texture on there make it uneven? Edit: I understand why you had to sand out the finger grooves, those are deep. But on the sides of the grip, to my rookie eyes, it seems like the melting into the grip would make the factory raised portions disappear. I don't know tho.

[@tristarcustoms77]

Yes it will show through your texture making it look rough. Also anywhere you stipple that you haven’t sanded will cause a layer of flaky “flashing” that’s also unappealing

[@jaywethington1934]

​@@tristarcustoms77ah OK. Thanks for explaining it to me. I'm gonna do my 43x in the triple weave, I think. I just needed some clarification on some things before I ruin my pistol.

[@shinobi9922]

Amazing work. But I have a couple of questions. Did you only use the 1.5mm gouge on that finished border or did you step up in size off camera? Or does doing multiple passes with the 1.5mm get it to thicken up the boarder like yours ended up looking at the end?

[@tristarcustoms77]

shinobi9922 I only use the 1.5mm gouge in the entire process. And I should have been more clear in the video but multiple passes isn’t necessary if you get the depth correct. And I believe the ending border looks thicker because it’s not just a line there by itself after the stippling.

[@Curtissenyitko]

Do you know by chance if your using the deep or shallow 1.5mm gouge?

[@hardcore4476]

@@Curtissenyitkoshallow 1.5

[@jaclynm4223]

How do you handle the transfer of gun while you have it in your possession? From a legal standpoint if one wanted to start doing this?

[@tristarcustoms77]

You need an FFL to handle it legally. I have one. It’s not complicated or hard to get if you can read and follow basic directions. 👍🏼

[@khemchee4685]

you should make a jig or a template out a beer can to lay the stippling clean and precise.

[@95cgonzo]

Great Video and that turned out Badass bro! I have wanted to try this for so long, and after watching your video I think I have built up enough courage to give it a shot. Thanks for sharing.

[@tristarcustoms77]

95cgonzo thanks man. That was the goal. I hope yours turns out great

[@echo5mike400]

great video on the basics of stippling

[@FunknMunky77]

That look friggin beautiful and makes me want to do it to mine...but I need to do some practice on other plastics before I try 1st time on my glock. Awesome job brother and I'm sure your buddy was more than happy. How much does it cost to have that done if I was afraid to do it myswlf?myself?

[@tristarcustoms77]

Thanks for the comment. You can reach me by Facebook, Instagram or email. All the info is in the description. I’ll be glad to send you a price and information list

[@FunknMunky77]

@@tristarcustoms77 I will do that..I would like to see a price list of things you can do. I have a glock 19x and a Canik TP9SFX but I'm leaning toward the glock. So yeah I will look you up and you can send ke whatever you can and see what we can do. I appreciate it

[@theravgaming7497]

I wonder if you started on the back of the grip, or under the trigger guard, rather than the side, would the pattern be more exact and precise at the finish. just noticed how the pattern got a little wonky at the end. Beautiful job regardless.

[@tristarcustoms77]

The Rav Gaming I considered doing that for a long time. But since the frame starts to curve sooner if you start the the backstrap or under the trigger guard it actually makes it harder to keep the pattern consistent. This is one of the earliest weaves I did. After doing dozens of them, I still do one side at a time and you can’t tell where the pattern begins or ends in most cases.

[@slimetimefishing4782]

Ithink you coukd charge way more for your time and artistry, im a tattoo artist so im stoked to see this n get to tryin it i think ill be good at it

[@tristarcustoms77]

It’s funny you mention that because after being in this business for years now I’ve always thought I would be good at doing tattoos 🤣. And yes I charge way more now lol

[@blackbeltgunworks4737]

Nice job... but I gotta ask what's the most aggressive/roughest pattern u have available I'm considering buying a Glock 34 for 3-gunning so it won't be a ccw gun so I'm not concerned how rough it will be

[@tristarcustoms77]

Delmar Robins I can make any of my patterns more or less aggressive. However the most naturally aggressive two that I have are Sprinkles and Strike Out

[@blackbeltgunworks4737]

@@tristarcustoms77 ok I was just inquiring

[@brotharuss]

Nice job.. Do you have a vid of you making that double weave tip?Thanks

[@fordman1776]

Nice work, love the look of the basket weave👍🏻👍🏻

[@tristarcustoms77]

Fordman thank you!

[@cristoferwest5570]

i was thinking to myself, man, he should put something over his forearm/wrist so when the tool comes flying off its course it will have something to catch it. then 13:30 happens, i used to work on model cars and have poked myself with exacto knives plenty of times! nice work on the stippling 👍

[@tristarcustoms77]

cristofer west lol thanks man I appreciate it

[@Bulldog75stp]

My wife has this pattern on her G43. Nice video.

[@jgarzo]

Is this service still available in 2020?

[@ascendotuum9586]

Good job. A proper grip is the most important step in sending a bullet downrange.

[@robertrandin9568]

It looks great great job how much do you charge to do this on a Glock there’s a guy in Oregon that sells all kinds of stippling tips

[@CokeheadClause]

Do u know who sells those tips still?

[@robertrandin9568]

Hes on ebay

[@robertrandin9568]

Otdefense hes on ebay selling the tips

[@HillbillyWerewolf]

This is really impressive work. Thanks for the demonstration.

[@tristarcustoms77]

Thank you!

[@Drew4078]

Very nice work my friend. I do like the pattern you used too. Thanks for sharing.

[@thePreparedFather]

Bro thanks so much. Please come.back to making videos

[@H2O_Details]

How do you go about going around the logo and keep the pattern?

[@tristarcustoms77]

If you’re keeping the pattern straight it’ll match back up

[@ThOi0419]

This is four years ago, but are you still doing stippling and are rates the same as in this video?

[@tristarcustoms77]

I am still stippling. Rates have went up

[@ThOi0419]

@@tristarcustoms77 what are rates for Glock 19? (Assuming it’s a more basic pattern)

[@tristarcustoms77]

@@ThOi0419 if you’ll send me a text I can send you my full price and information list 6064997711 Basic package with stippling of your choice and a border starts at 175 that’s the minimum purchase

[@MikeTyson1-q8l]

Is what's really cool about your work is you dont have to spend a lot of money to get it done just time. You already have the right tools so the profit and upside for your time is all cash in the bank. I know I speak for a LOT of fellow fellas is n9body appreciates hand work and time and precision more then someone who knows what it takes to do all that work and know it's well worth the price!

[@Faces591]

I know this is a little late but what tool are you using to do the HD borders what brand are those wood carving tools? I got some cheapo ones from HOME DEPOT and they are not working out at all

[@tristarcustoms77]

David Contreras Flexcut 1.5mm shallow u-gouge

[@Jamie_Laughter1213]

I wish I could sit with you all day buddy love the way you explain I could learn a lot from you. Thank you for this video! Have a blessed day when you read this!

[@tristarcustoms77]

Thanks man! I’m pretty sure this is the best KZbin comment I’ve ever received! You’re the man!

[@zaddari4304]

Looks a quite pro. May i ask, that did you sand it after stippling?

[@tristarcustoms77]

I did not

[@zaddari4304]

@@tristarcustoms77 ok

[@Chris-zp6eh]

Is that just a soldering iron with a custom tip?

[@tristarcustoms77]

It’s a wood burning tool with a custom tip.

[@mick5740]

Very cool video man!! Im about to do a little finger pads on a little carry piece. Just got the soldering iron in mail. How hot should i make it ? Think it starts at around 200 degrees and up

[@tristarcustoms77]

Turn it all the way up

[@mick5740]

@@tristarcustoms77 ok 👍

[@t.jtipsarmory9092]

Do you do work on a p80 frame ? It's the glock 19 gen 3 p80 version? Love your work an would love if you can do that same design on it? Great work sir

[@tristarcustoms77]

Absolutely. Shoot me a message on Instagram or Facebook. Or email [e-mail]

[@myleslaneRC]

Did u ever use a Glock demonstrator gun to practice on? Just wondering if it’s close to the same plastic or not??

[@tristarcustoms77]

No I’ve never used one of those

[@VRafaZ]

How much this work worth again?

[@tonyholland7140]

What type of iron do you use wood burning or soldering?

[@tristarcustoms77]

Wood burning tool

[@harrird]

Hey brother I really enjoyed your video. It’s always nice to watch people that take pride in their work. If I ever decide to “pull the trigger” on a stipple job I’ll get in touch. What’s the best way to get in touch with you? Also do you have any pictures or videos of your undercuts?

[@tristarcustoms77]

Roman Harris thanks brother I appreciate it! Best way to contact me is to message me on Facebook or Instagram @CumberlandGapTactical or email me at [e-mail]. Also if you check out my instagram or Facebook page you see more undercut stuff.

[@zexnynex777]

i have everything you have, aside from the the electric vs pneumatic. i even have the u gouges same brand- 3 of them. i feel like there is a learning curve with those n you have underestimated the sharpness lol. but anyway, thanks so much for showing a way to use the basket weave. OTD has the tips n ive been hanging on to mine for almost a year because i didnt know how to start the pattern..... thanks for being a genius n posting this vid. 10 or so of the views will be from me lol (you should buy one of those basket weave tips, you would press once for every three your pressing now. then you would have more time to post more vids lol)

[@tristarcustoms77]

Zex Nynex lol thanks for the comments man I appreciate it. I won’t be buying on of those tips cause it will made it almost impossible to work around custom borders and logos.

[@zexnynex777]

@@tristarcustoms77 the one that goes with it for that is called the rectangle tip. These things are like 8$ :-)

[@ink_chaos_]

How much do u charge?

[@dannygrift2264]

Awesome video brother, thanks for sharing🤙

[@rubiconoutdoors3492]

Have you tried a leather stitch grover to cut the line ? Also can u tell me more about your Iron ?

[@tristarcustoms77]

I have not tried that. And I use the cheap non adjustable temp Walnut Hollow Irons from Walmart or can be ordered from Amazon

[@tanhelmet]

Talented, Meticulous work. Awesome tutorial.

[@zachcourtney180]

Have you done any with designs in the middle. For example im thinking of doing it with a browing symbol incorporated in the handle

[@tristarcustoms77]

Zach Courtney absolutely I can do that

[@randallburkhart8452]

Best video yet, thanks bud.

[@Ultra-Collector]

I’ve been doing my borders using the back ,sides,top and top corners of a razor blade. Scrape shaving and dragging a little at a time.

[@BurnellBrownIII]

This guy is kold forreal. God bless Bro!!

[@tristarcustoms77]

Thanks brother! God bless!