How to make a kydex holster at home (step by step)

[@american4697]

Dude, thanks for taking the time to make such an awesome straight to the point video! I'm gonna be making one in my shop with my phone on the stand playing your video lol!

[@TheGunSnob]

Thank you

[@walt3719]

Man there's always something satisfying about hearing a drill press and other like equipment.

[@joehelvey5794]

Dude! You did a great job on that holster! We dummies pay $65-$80 bucks for that all day long. You earned my subscription anyway

[@TheGunSnob]

Thanks

[@jacobcranberry4879]

That shirt is hilarious

[@AlphaRomeoOneFive]

Forged From Freedom sales them. It helps out some of the channels since everything is demonetized now

[@cw2gtc]

Yes, it is!

[@THEFIREPPL]

Badass

[@jonalano]

This was more satisfying to watch than popping packaging bubble!

[@ExhibitTruth]

I watched this purely out of curiosity about how these are made. Great video, and good to know for the future if my collection grows, Thank you!!

[@The.45Monk]

This is the most interesting and oddly satisfying video I've ever seen. So much information and just a touch of ASMR.

[@Yrachetam]

GREAT TUTORIAL, thank you for doing such a great job showing how to make kydex holsters

[@tacbear]

Dude you got the same hinges that I used on my press!!! I started making Kydex holsters 10 years ago for the same reason you did.

[@ROCAMFOZ]

thank you my friend, i'm a police officer in brazil, import a holster from the usa and really really expensive, i will make one myself, thanks to your video! thank you very much

[@deepbludude4697]

Outstanding, I could have figured this out but your video especially with the markers made it way faster. Thanks

[@HorsepowerHeaven]

You sir are a genius. I would gladly buy one of these off you! Let me know when you’re ready to make a left handed model 👍🏼

[@leokelly359]

I really like this video. I need to do this for my carry gun that way I can carry it the way thats most comfortable for my situation. I'm disabled and in a wheelchair

[@JASPACB750RR]

Agreed, this makes sense if you wanna make a holster for multiple different pistols, or for a newer pistol that is not supported yet, or for a pistol that no one makes a light ready holster for. But for just a one off, the raw materials will cost most people 2x what a holster will.

[@dylconnaway9976]

18:39 though the belt sander was about to rip your house apart. Great video, thanks!

[@chadwaller6072]

The best tutorial so far. Nice job

[@stevebeutelspacher1157]

That was a very helpful tutorial about working with kydex- thanks!

[@TheGunSnob]

Thank you

[@thomasgreen8532]

Thanks. I would like to see videos making other styles of kydex holsters

[@TheGunSnob]

There is a link in the description to my playlist of holster videos

[@stormbringer206]

Great job, really enjoyed the video. Like the way you explained everything.

[@TheGunSnob]

thanks

[@taksistheft7630]

Thank you so much for such a wonderful, detailed and thoughtful video, I had one hell of a time finding holsters for some of my guns and knives, especially ones for lights on weapon but now I am so excited to get started on my own custom holsters and sheathes!

[@TheGunSnob]

Thanks I enjoy making them I’m definitely not a pro at it but if you take your time and with some practice it’s pretty easy to make nice holsters

[@zulu5oscar765]

Good video, thanks for sharing what you've learned. I'm tired of shelling out $ for something I could do myself.

[@TheGunSnob]

Thanks

[@zulu5oscar765]

TheGunSnob you're welcome

[@raulalmazanalmazan8945]

I enjoyed this well made video, not to mentioned a well made holster! Good Job!

[@vashaddams816]

Awesome video, thanks for making it! I've been doing hybrid (kydex front leather back) holsters for a while because it never occurred to me to press the front and back separately. It sounds silly saying it now.

[@paulanthony7268]

Practically need a full workshop to make a holster....guess I'll be ordering mine

[@Fivegunner]

Not really. With all those tools it is easier but it isn't a must to have them all

[@kylesonsalla7620]

Never a better time than today to start accruing a workshops worth of tools. The more you get, the more stuff you end up making and fixing on your own, it's addicting.

[@murph55]

i wish you were my neighbor

[@bothetinman772]

Good video, very well made and informative. Thank you. One of my favorite parts was how you kept calling them clips and not magazines..... you know how some people in the firearm communities get confused lol.

[@dannywar9749]

Love the shirt 😂😭😂😂 and nice work

[@ricardofernandez1972]

Nice work Man ,thanks for sharing.

[@vinniecarter7183]

Good job I think I will try it myself.

[@crypto_pinto2660]

I think I'm going to make my own Kydex holster for my glock because I can't find one I like on the internet without paying $100 so thank you

[@TheGunSnob]

I get that and it is kind of fun well at least for me plus you can make exactly what you want

[@TacticalMainframe]

Great video. I definitely like to see more of your techniques

[@TheGunSnob]

Thanks I have a playlist with several holster videos in it on my channel

[@bighaasfly]

Great video! I'm inspired! Thanks man.

[@johnchan6191]

Wow, that vdo was gr8. Thx 4 sharing on Utube.

[@Calaveras32Spcl]

Might have to do this for my FMK 9C1

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

Nice work. Btw, how much does Kydex rub off the bluing/nitride/Tenifer compared to leather?

[@FredFinnerty]

Excellent video, thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@TheGunSnob]

Thank you

[@vinniecarter7183]

I was going to ask if you have links for the screws and rivets that you use but I found that you already have them posted, Thanks for the information.

[@Timanator]

Thanks for the video! can you do one one the multi color holsters where the outside and inside are different colors?

[@cunninglinguist9853]

Nice work. Thank you.

[@arcturusbbqsausagemaking2435]

Great job ....just subscribed keep the videos coming

[@TheGunSnob]

+ARCTURUS thanks

[@eavena98]

I absolutely adore your shirt I need one lol 😂

[@politicallyincorrect9027]

Nice job I believe I'm going to have to try this.

[@chrisvandewater7066]

You kinda sound like Tommy Lee Jones. Great video man.

[@FabDan0591]

thanks for the tuto and explanations its very helpfull 👍🍺 how many minutes do you let the kydex heat up and soften? nice and easy make it simple and helpfull 🍺

[@justaguy4real]

10:50 so that safety notch would actually engage the safety when holstering?

[@drewbienewbie03xx81]

I highly recommend moleskin being used as a comfortable and grippy material to have against your skin.

[@davidpearson1641]

Good job

[@extremebreedscatlife]

You ever try using Tin snips they'll cut that like butter

[@TheGunSnob]

I use those some also

[@TheGunSnob]

Yes but I still use a utility knife for long cuts. ( it’s easier for me to keep it straight that way)

[@timbotimbo4476]

OUTSTANDING!

[@chancecamp4752]

Nice video brother!

[@kevindavis3456]

That hammer cocked gives me the heebee jeebees

[@oldfalguytexas]

Great video. I am looking to make one to hold my G40 with a suppressor attached for hunting. The can is 1.5” diameter and am hoping the trigger guard area will act as the retention point. Was thinking of leaving extra Kydex at the top to fold backwards and rivet to the backside to make a belt loop like the they made western loop holsters, just tighter. Also thought of maybe using bull hide as the backside with kydex on the front-the press would not have to be so big. I really need another good look at that press

[@TheGunSnob]

I have a video on just the press can’t get the link for you right now but it is in my kydex playlist on my channel. And I don’t see any reason that wouldn’t work for a belt loop you will probably have to bend that part last just using a heat gun

[@oldfalguytexas]

@@TheGunSnob I have some Kydex etc on order and kinda ran into a stone google wall on a 12 x12 press, only 8x12. I am not a really decent wood worker, lack of tool and talent contributes to that=HAHAHA but will sure try

[@MasterK9Trainer]

I've been thinking of making things with kydex. It's basically maintenance free and impervious to moisture. Humidity is a big problem in Florida. And as you mentioned, in the long run, it's probably cheaper to make your own if you want different types for different purposes, different carry options or want to create a combination carrier like knife, sharpening stone, and magnesium bar. Even soft canvas holsters can cost a lot when trying to outfit multiple pistols or to have several for just one pistol. I appreciate the tip on using the inexpensive rivet tool. Those little presses are pricey, but you keep it easy and low cost.

[@langechrisc]

I've never seen that shirt! That's FN' AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!

[@tupacshakur1568]

What if I told you I have an Otter Box holster for my Glock 😳 molded kydex then plastic welded an Otter Box clip to it just where I want it. My holster cost me about $3 cause I used an old Otter Box case for parts. I like it better then $100 holster then I see online. It was too tight of a fit at first. I slowly warmed it while I put the gun in and out. Now it’s a perfect fit.

[@aaronhughey2134]

Awesome video thanks

[@Hoytbuff]

Fantastic video brother! How do I place my order?!?

[@hangfire5005]

What's a 'hang-un" and why do you need holsters for them?

[@legendaryfox1468]

Guy i absolutely love that shirt you're wearing! Lmao

[@santiagobvieira]

Thank's, man. Good job!

[@TheGunSnob]

Thanks

[@julianruiz5414]

Kydex Prep Toaster oven to preheat Heat gun to keep the heat Dremel to cut and make holes Cloth Gloves Old Pair of Jeans 👖 The gloves and jeans are to handle and shape the hot flimsy plastic material as it cools. Heat gun is for when it cools off as you shake it l, keep it warm to keep shaping. Make your shape and worry about the rest after.

[@thomasstork3585]

Pistol with lazer the heat wont affect it ?

[@TheGunSnob]

I’ve made several holsters for my bodyguards with lasers with no problems I would guess that the laser in the bodyguard gets hotter from shooting it than the kydex gets it but like I said I have never had it be a problem personally

[@thomasstork3585]

Cool thanks for the info great info for getting started on DIY

[@drfrankenstein4127]

Great video thx.

[@shallnotbeinfringedfoff]

Would be awesome to see the steps on the glock with a weapon lights. Sweet video. Stay free, stay armed! Merica!

[@moonie2465]

GR8 VIDEO LOOKS LIKE A NICE LITTLE HOBBIE

[@Actual12]

Love your T-Shirt (Full-Semi). Lol!

[@TheGunSnob]

Thanks

[@herberar]

Full semi and 30 round clip magazine !!!

[@chairforce0928]

I just watched this video over again. Lol. I thought to myself, "how would you get a durable felt sleeve insert to line the inside to prevent scratching"? Would it cause any issues with the retention?

[@TheGunSnob]

im not sure how that would work you could maybe glue something to it but i would be worried it would come loose and end up in the trigger guard or something bad like that

[@chairforce0928]

@@TheGunSnob I was thinking somthing like the Safarriland holsters. Granted, most of those are a taco still. The way you built would probably work better.

[@stelonous]

Fries are done.

[@rnbspowa7of69]

Thank you

[@robertrivasarroyo1174]

Awesome t shirt!

[@TheGunSnob]

Thanks!

[@tacbear]

You are heating the Kydex way to hot ..that is why you have shiny spots on the textured side. Try 275 degrees and the textured side comes out perfect! Also you need to cut the pieces a little smaller so you don't have so much waste.

[@TheGunSnob]

Ya the heating thing I was literally trying to get the camera on and leg it in a little to long but I wasn’t redoing it just for the sake of the video.

[@Mrbeanutube]

Great Video!

[@TheGunSnob]

thanks

[@8cyl6speed]

Do you make them for other people?

[@TheGunSnob]

No just a hobby of mine

[@roybreezy9222]

Love the shirt

[@gregboggs4721]

Great video and very informative. The only thing I saw wrong was that open electrical panel on your wall! Please get a cover for it. Be safe brother.

[@TheGunSnob]

+Greg Boggs ya I’ve got the cover I need to stick it back on

[@danielaramburo7648]

Do you make other accessories from the scrap kydex?

[@joanievanroekel4681]

Does the Kydex stick to or discolor the polymer frame of the gun when its being molded?

[@frenchvisionjohnson2957]

Man you made this look way too easy. Let me see how much the supplies will cost me

[@arrontate892]

Would putting the rivet tool in your drill press work by just rolling the drill down?

[@TheGunSnob]

I’m sure it would hadn’t thought of trying that

[@453BriSK]

What gun did u use in this video?

[@el57detejas]

Nice 👍

[@TheGunSnob]

Thanks

[@donovanm.4389]

Good job!

[@TheGunSnob]

Donovan M. Thanks

[@RoninX5]

Have you made one with a mag pouch attached to the holster?

[@TheGunSnob]

Yes but I don’t have any videos on that yet but it will be one of my next few videos I make

[@RoninX5]

Thanks, I’m having a hard time trying to find one for a H&K VP9sk with a laserguard and a mag holder , plus iam a lefty. You can see my issue...😁

[@TheGunSnob]

If I get a chance I will try and get one done over the weekend what style iwb or owb and ya I could see that being an issue

[@RoninX5]

TheGunSnob I was looking for a IWB appendix all black for a lefty.

[@mikedaniels5177]

thats pretty good but you got the kydex just a touch too hot and you can tell on the textured side by it being shiny now.

[@mikedaniels5177]

great video though

[@TheGunSnob]

Thanks I knew I did I was just to busy focusing on having the camera right I wasn’t paying enough attention to what I was doing lol

[@mikedaniels5177]

TheGunSnob oh I know. Only reason I know is cause I do holsters as well lol. But great video man it’s very informational

[@hgarza1136]

Great info, nice shop, but u definitely need a dead front on that panel, bud.

[@TheGunSnob]

Lol I put the cover back on it finally

[@thisguy7010]

Where do i get that shirt?

[@jedeckert9525]

Why not fold it in half around it?

[@rickflippin1]

Shirt is awesome

[@TheGunSnob]

rick flippin thanks

[@eliyahuduani8376]

about the heating level.. 325 Fahrenheit degrees ? Or 325 Celsius degrees?

[@TheGunSnob]

Fahrenheit

[@margaretchriskurtz3819]

this is AMERICA, no bullshit CELSIUS.

[@mathurm100]

some of us call it 'freedomheit'

[@jeffmichellepoynter5851]

Have you ever made one for a single action? Thanks

[@TheGunSnob]

As in a single action revolver? If so no i haven’t ever but I’ve done some for double actions and they shouldn’t be much different

[@rizkidarmawan2470]

Mesen molding Hs 9 bisa kah

[@ElRubberToe]

I liked for the shirt

[@jolufepi]

which flag is the one on the right sleeve? by any chance is this ?? 🇺🇾

[@GrillWarrior]

Would anyone happen to know where I can get a holster for my Glock 22 using OLIGHT PL-2RL Baldr holster? Thanks..

[@TheGunSnob]

You might try Black Rhino Concealment they make really good holsters and they will make custom holsters

[@GrillWarrior]

@@TheGunSnob Thank you, I will look now..

[@mikemorris7776]

Do you sell these? I need one for a Ruger P345

[@TheGunSnob]

Mike Morris no it’s just a hobby of mine not nearly good enough at it to sell them

[@sat237]

Bro I’m really liking that shirt that you’re wearing right now do you sell it?

[@TheGunSnob]

Sat 2 no but there is a link in the description to forged from freedom that is where I got it

[@centenntrucker8496]

How much roughly in material?

[@TheGunSnob]

Just for one holster?

[@TheGunSnob]

I always buy it in bulk and by bulk I mean enough to make 5 or 6 it saves quite a bit that way I have less than ten dollars in them dependent upon what clips I use I would guess for a single you would probably be close to 20 but really don’t know for sure

[@centenntrucker8496]

@@TheGunSnob oh ok makes since. Thanks for the prompt reply.

[@TheGunSnob]

Your welcome if you decide to make one and have any questions I can help you with feel free to ask

[@centenntrucker8496]

@@TheGunSnob Definitely appreciate it Sir, thank you.

[@bobicard2503]

Do you take orders?

[@bobicard2503]

I can't find a decent OWB holster for my LCP II w/ Viridian laser. Do you make them?

[@dehydratedculture9126]

Yeah I’ll just buy a holster. Buying a drill and belt sanders and all that would be the price of a few holsters lol

[@WvMnts]

👍