Making a Magnetic IWB Holster Leather Working ASMR

[@1a2b3c4.]

So nice to see the old leather craft has not been forgotten. I'm speechless seeing this beautiful work.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thank you very much!

[@eddiegardner8232]

Beautiful flawless work, and retention done the way EVERY holster should be doing it.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Much appreciated!

[@rob1213]

What talent! This is really remarkable to watch! The craftsmanship that goes into making this item is incredible, nice job!

[@MegaDadof6]

I believe that might be one of the most beautiful holster I’ve seen. You are a true Craftsman. Thanks for the video.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Wow, thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@jeffallen3382]

I can't imagine anyone not liking your videos! Great looking holster!

[@lukewarmwater5320]

That is so unimaginably slick!

[@rus19297]

I have to hand sew and and cut everything and make my own patterns but you give me ideas that I can implement. LOVE watching you work. As clean as I’ve ever seen. Thanks for posting!

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thank YOU for watching!

[@itis.donjonesitis.donjones1502]

I hadn’t seen that before, that is pretty neat laser designing and cutting…wow, what a time saver.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks 👍

[@ToddMontague-vr1wy]

Love how you did the magnetic retention.

[@tinderbox218]

I had no idea holsters even had magnets in them for that purpose. Pretty cool

[@danewert8455]

Thanks so much for your response on casing the leather with saddle soap. Will try it on my next project.

[@codybell8744]

Amazing piece of art

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks!

[@Nontacticalboy]

That is such a cool holster man! The magnet is such a cool method of retention

[@iamnoone.]

Another great build also great tunes.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Glad you like them!

[@alaskagary240]

Outstanding work. I have started using magnets on my knife sheaths. I got the idea from watching your videos. Thank you

[@RoadAgentLeather]

That's awesome! Thanks!

[@66vdubbug]

Dude the magnet idea was next level awesome....great work

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!

[@johnlanfranchi3234]

Talent on loan from God!!!!! I could watch you all day. Beautiful work.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Wow, thank you!

[@Satchel456]

I watch these videos when I'm relaxing and by far my favorite parts are spraying down the leather with water, the saddle soap, the dyeing, burnishing, and the like

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Glad you like them!

[@tombrabant7097]

Another great holster, I’ve only been leather working for about three months but your videos are very helpful

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Great to hear!

[@shughes4113]

Seeing the whole process starting at the raw idea and taking the materials and tools and creating a functional piece of equipment is fascinating . Keep it up . Love what you do and have a huge amount of respect for the time and effort that you have put in to developing your amazing skill/artistry .

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks!

[@danpatch4751]

I remember watching one of your earlier videos when you showed how to sew a toe plug, it adds so much more to a holster. Beautiful job on this holster and the magnetic retention in the toe plug is something I might try. I want to make a chest rig and this would eliminate a retention strap. Thanks for sharing👍.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@GeorgeEllis-q1u]

Love both the old and the new tools.

[@sheldonjplanktonn]

Man that thing is absolutely slick!!!! Such an awesome video 😊

[@dannymillerjr.8577]

I can't do that kind of work. But I always enjoy the leather goods you make. Great job. Keep it going.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thank you very much!

[@herberar]

The quality of your video and your craftsmanship are amazing ! . Your approach to the magnetic retention is really slick. Cheers!!!

[@smu1129]

Cutting a frame in basswood is so clever! I really like that. The holster is cool, I liked the magnet approach first time I saw it with the 1911 holster. Oh, also: obligatory words about lasers and real leaterwork and something about "must be nice". You rock.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Glad you liked it!

[@chipandrews2892]

As always, a work of ART! Almost too nice to hide IWB. I really like the use of the rare earth magnets. I sure like watching you work ! Thanks for sharing.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks again!

[@ozarkpipertony8396]

Amazing work sir and fantastic video. I hope you continue to share your talent!

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thank you, I will!

[@dillonpropst1454]

It’s so cool to see how far your work has come! I remember a few years ago you would make your own patterns with paper and foam. Keep on trucking!

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thank you so much!

[@dillonpropst1454]

Anytime!! Thanks for always being a great source of information and inspiration

[@jerome_dangelo]

I know nothing about leatherworking oh, but I do know that your channel gets more and more enjoyable with every video. Thank you.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks for watching!

[@johnnylgulledge6899]

What a great ideal to keep a pistol firm in a holster! As always, absolutely a great video! Keep them coming! 👍

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks! And will do!

[@tammycox9789]

I've been subscribed for awhile now and I always watch your videos. I always enjoy watching your videos. Your really good at your craft.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@OglesbyLeather]

I learn something each time I watch. Thanks!

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Glad to hear it!

[@schulerjefffrey6646]

Beautiful workmanship!

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thank you very much!

[@lexmarkrp]

Unique and different. Great job.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks a lot!

[@davefletch3063]

The CNc pattern cutting is sweet

[@PatchesOhoolihaan]

Hey, not sure if anyone has floated this idea but I think it would be awesome to incorporate a lot of previous videos $ new ones into a new series where the theme is modern leather EDC, where the pistol grips, magazine pouch retention (pistol & magazine magnet retention) shoulder holster, belt, behind the back pistol holster (like for the Springfield Ronin EMP - compact 1911), maybe even an ankle holster for a revolver, fixed blade knife sheath, watch band, flashlight holder (with magnet), tourniquet/medical pouch, with integrated pockets & pouches for a leather wallet/money clip, phone storage, keys, etc have a common theme and are integrated together!

[@PatchesOhoolihaan]

Obviously all of this would be too long for a single video, so it could be a series of videos/playlist that build on each other to create the whole “EDC system”

[@bobchronister3429]

Again, love to watch your work.

[@rumplefourskin6775]

I wasn't sure what to expect from that magnetic part, but holy, was that ever cool! Great work, man. I love the sheath with the weaved stitching, as well! Your work is very inspiring.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MrMeddle2243]

another great video, i watch all your videos over and over, keep them coming

[@RoadAgentLeather]

I appreciate that!

[@cowboyleatherproducts]

Great looking holster!

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks!

[@lorneclose7312]

I'm a bladesmith so I don't make holsters and really the only leatherwork I do is sheaths but your work always inspires me to do better keep up the good work

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks!

[@jonas-mb6cf]

Very nice sheath 👌🏻

[@Bill-jv5eg]

Really great looking holster ,,,,Thanks for sharing

[@KWesley_Wandering]

Awesome Build!!

[@franks6857]

Now That! Is some Quality Workmanship! Very Nice.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thank you very much!

[@franciscorodriguez-cs9ur]

Thank you for sharing the knowledge. Your videos are awesome. Can't wait for your next project. You do fantastic work thanks again.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thank you very much!

[@6Sally5]

Absolutely love your videos!

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks again for watching!

[@christopherlee5584]

Impressive work!

[@leonardoaugustooo]

Valeu!

[@k4vms]

Not many people still use S&W 3rd Gen guns. I do, and I collect them too. Not a fan of tactical Tupperware guns. Like all steel or aluminum alloy and steel. I am also a big fan of leather holster and other leather items. I like leather holsters with thumb breaks. It provides a level of security during a hands of event or someone from behind attempting take your gun. I enjoy your channel very much !!! Ricky from IBM

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks for subscribing! I'm of the same mindset. Real-steel is my preferred. Though I own my share of plastic guns.

[@k4vms]

@@RoadAgentLeather I too own many plastic guns, but down really care or them. But I would rather loose a plastic gun than a steel gun if I god forbid have to defend myself. I believe over time these plastic firearms will degrade. All the plastic and rubber over time seem to degrade. Guns made of metal have proven to last 100s of years.

[@ToddParker-l5z]

I need one of those for a right hand beretta 92fs that's awesome

[@lancemillward2462]

thats beautiful stitching

[@williamrainey5279]

I really like all your videos the workmanship is second to none. I would like to see the design process for your holsters.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

I made this video. I was trying to replicate a full holster & belt rig from a picture in a book: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnSyk5J-aLBpnaM

[@bobmcdougal738]

Your videos are very helpful. I work with leather occasionally and have been able to get some good tips from watching. Keep up the good work.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

That's great to hear! It's why I keep cranking out the videos.

[@matthewb8229]

It's interesting how tooling leather is similar to steam bending wood. There's a stagecoach wheelwright I watch, and he showed how he has to keep the staves compressed from the ends when bending wagon bows.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

I may have watched the same fellow.

[@quixoticjedi942]

I'm curious why you make custom template holders to keep the leather from stretching during tooling, why not use tape on the back?

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Tape doesn't work as well. The leather can still stretch. There's also the issues with removing the tape when you're done. The wooden frame works SO much better. I showed this in a previous video.

[@beckyward6650]

Your tool chest is gorgeous. You’re very talented.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thank you very much!

[@danhold1]

Superbly done 👍🏻

[@danewert8455]

Thanks for the reply reg the glycerin saddle soap I will give it a try. So I noticed you put it in a plastic bag, why do you do that and for how long? Thanks

[@RoadAgentLeather]

It's called "casing" the leather, and there's a whole mystique to it in certain circles. But it's not that difficult. It allows the moisture to fully penetrate before drying up. Some people leave it overnight . . . but I've never found that necessary. A couple of hours seems to work. Once removed from the bag, you can begin tooling when the leather starts to lighten up and turn back to it's normal color. Don't tool the leather wet!

[@18wheeler77]

16:40 ever thought of installing a laser pointer to your drill press? Would be highly accurate.

[@silentwarrior44]

you sir have magic hands. this is absolutely beautiful. I strive to achieve that level of work one day

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thank you very much!

[@HeathenHammer123]

well done, got to love a good S&W holster.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks!

[@amonmamarth8744]

Great job - can you pls explain why you antique it AFTER resoline finish..??

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks! That wasn't Resolene. It's Pro Resist: You apply before the antique paste to prevent it from staining the leather.

[@juliengrison7728]

Magnifique ❤

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks for watching and subscribing!

[@akkalukmoppijit579]

Thank you for the video, awesome trick

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks for watching!

[@ShadowfaxIsAHorse]

I have a Guncrafters X2 double stack 1911 (2011) on order. I’d love to get a magnetic retention OWB holster for it and a IWB sheath for a Fairbairn Sykes that was made for me by master bladesmith Jared Williams. So…. How do I get one / place an order?

[@archie_daily]

Your videos are awesome sir. ❤

[@jaycox6096]

Could you possibly tell me the name of the temporary needles you use to help align the leather while sewing?

[@RoadAgentLeather]

They're from WUTA leather. You can buy them from Amazon. Look up "leather positioning needles"

[@jaycox6096]

@RoadAgentLeather thank you I appreciate it

[@rinjutatobe4579]

Sir, can you please upload a video of making a leather holster for a Glock 19 pistol?

[@CaptainRedScurvy]

I'm subscribed! I want these leather holsters so bad lol

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks for subscribing!

[@barlanbarrero7470]

Do you have a holster for a Beretta 90TWO and for a Beretta 21A bobcat. Please advise

[@onrr06]

Merhaba. Türk yapımı tisaş zig 14 silah için aynısından yapabilir misiniz? Browning 14 lü 9mm aynısı

[@Martin-y7w7c]

I like watching talented people at work . But I never thought of , gun Holsters/ belts ect was so relaxing - but time consuming?. ( Handmade ). Thanks.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

And you're only seeing the highlights. I have to edit a lot out for time. Thanks for watching!

[@Andrew-vk1cd]

Love your videos man

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks for watching!

[@danewert8455]

I have a question for you. I want to lead off by saying I really enjoy your videos ( I have no problem with your music, if I did my device has a volume control and close caption 😊) I am very new to leather working but I have seen you use what looks to be a “bar of soap” that you lather up the leather then put it in a plastic bag before you tool it. What is this and why do you do it rather than just wetting the leather? Thanks

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks for subscribing! That is glycerin saddle soap and I use it for casing the leather in preparation for tooling. It helps lubricate the leather fibers. This makes it easier for a swivel knife to cut through it and for stamps to give better impressions. It also helps to slow down drying a bit. It may be anecdotal, and it's not absolutely necessary, but it was a hack I learned years ago.

[@juliangonzales2916]

Muy bueno el trabajo👍👍👍

[@SamakUp]

I love your videos

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks!

[@HeyUncleJ81]

I just purchased this Kimber Eclipse Pro and IWB leather holster would be perfect for it. Is it possible to do a black leather IWB? if so how much and how can we talk about it.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks for watching! Unfortunately, I'm unable to take on custom projects at the moment.

[@Дмитрий-х5я4ч]

Великолепная работа! Мастер!

[@khushmirkhan7964]

Very Beautifull i like this Pistol Covered❤❤❤

[@RoadAgentLeather]

thanks for watching!

[@kcg3927]

Very nice work as always. I do have a 3 part kinda question about the saddle soap casing... how long do let it sit in the bag? How long do you let it dry after removing it? & do you do anything to it before tooling, stamping, ect...?

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks! It's just like regular casing. I let it sit in the bag for a few hours, then take it out. When the leather starts to turn back to it's original color start the tooling.

[@kcg3927]

I haven't tried saddel soap yet, but I truly love casing my leather over night. It turns out so much prettier and better burnish when tooling. Thx again!

[@German.A777]

Increíble trabajo 👏👏👏👏

[@Baldmanblades]

What’s the name of your glue it not contact glue jest white glue

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Eco-Flo Leather Weld. I buy it from Tandy.

[@Baldmanblades]

Thanks

[@appreciativeobserver4732]

How do I place an order for a IWB Holster?

[@jackdorsey4850]

Nice job

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks!

[@ibrahimdikbiyik4866]

Your products are very nice, I want the same one, what is the price?

[@pietervandermerwe6855]

Would you make custom holster/s to export? (1911)

[@jkcustomtack]

Where did you get those stitching punches?

[@RoadAgentLeather]

You can get them from the WUTA website, or from Amazon.

[@Jackson_Leather]

Great work

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks for subscribing!

[@tammycox9789]

Doesn't your fingers get sore and hurt from all that sewing? I don't know how you do it.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

sometimes! That's why I have a sewing machine.

[@billbertrand7751]

You sell, if so, what's the price?

[@RoadAgentLeather]

This was a personal holster for myself. I'm not able to take commissioned orders at the moment.

[@iamnoone.]

Well I love the tune

[@jamesalsup9135]

Excellent!

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Many thanks!

[@jhanzaibsardar1858]

Good make I like your wark

[@aloktyagi1824]

India is no one wapan shop..I like it..🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@Customkydex]

This is master of craft on another level , you should charge as much as you want for that , amazing !!!

[@RoadAgentLeather]

Thanks for watching!

[@RebelYell95]

The Xtool is a lot louder than I expected it to be. You really should be scuffing up the smooth side of the leather prior to gluing for better adhesion due to the increased surface area for the glue to attach to. 3 magnets is 2 magnets too much.

[@RoadAgentLeather]

It's been a while since I made this piece, but I sewed everything that was glued. Adhesion doesn't necessarily need to be super-strong in that case. My admittedly amateur testing demonstrated that 3 magnets were need for the retention I was looking for. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment!!

[@selmankirit6011]

How can I reach the plan?

[@toxothodoros]

what is the sponge you are using to paint dye?

[@RoadAgentLeather]

It's a synthetic wool pad. It's my preferred method of applying dye. I buy them from Tandy Leather.

[@Rleatherworks]

What does the saddle soap do?

[@RoadAgentLeather]

It lubricates the leather fibers. Allows cutting tools like swivel knives glide better, helps make better stamp impressions, and slows down the drying a bit.