Sidearms & Scatterguns how to make your own kydex stuff.
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Re: how to make your own kydex stuff.
Got a press and Kydex sitting here calling for me to actually make some crap.
I have a G21/X400 that no one makes a holster for. My P22 has been calling for some love as well.
Got a press and Kydex sitting here calling for me to actually make some crap.
I have a G21/X400 that no one makes a holster for. My P22 has been calling for some love as well.
Re: how to make your own kydex stuff.
thats about where i'm at, nobody makes anything for the HK expert, and i have a couple custom 1911's coming that will need special holsters... if you add up 3-4 holsters its worth it to make your own and buy all the tools to do it.
thats about where i'm at, nobody makes anything for the HK expert, and i have a couple custom 1911's coming that will need special holsters... if you add up 3-4 holsters its worth it to make your own and buy all the tools to do it.
Re: how to make your own kydex stuff.
Anybody heard of any heat related issues on the guns with polymer frames? (Glock, SA, SW etc)
The higher end companies have lead molds but some use rings blue guns but havnt seen anything on using the actual polymer frame firearm for the molding process.
30$ is cheap for a blue gun of your gonna make alot them. Im just curious.
Anybody heard of any heat related issues on the guns with polymer frames? (Glock, SA, SW etc)
The higher end companies have lead molds but some use rings blue guns but havnt seen anything on using the actual polymer frame firearm for the molding process.
30$ is cheap for a blue gun of your gonna make alot them. Im just curious.
Re: how to make your own kydex stuff.
Trying my hand at a Kydex mag pouch tonight. If I dink it up it's not a whole lot of material down the tube.
Trying my hand at a Kydex mag pouch tonight. If I dink it up it's not a whole lot of material down the tube.
Re: how to make your own kydex stuff.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jpmuscle</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Anybody heard of any heat related issues on the guns with polymer frames? (Glock, SA, SW etc)</div></div>
I wouldn't worry about it. As soon as it goes into the press, it's cooling down. I wouldn't put the Glock in the oven with it, but the temp the kydex comes out of the oven isn't going to hurt it.
Now if you were doing production every day it may be a problem.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jpmuscle</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Anybody heard of any heat related issues on the guns with polymer frames? (Glock, SA, SW etc)</div></div>
I wouldn't worry about it. As soon as it goes into the press, it's cooling down. I wouldn't put the Glock in the oven with it, but the temp the kydex comes out of the oven isn't going to hurt it.
Now if you were doing production every day it may be a problem.
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Very good post. I've always thought about trying to make one for my G34 with the rail mounted lasermax.
I'm big on DIY projects but I've got crap left over all over the place from stuff I've only done once.
Very good post. I've always thought about trying to make one for my G34 with the rail mounted lasermax.
I'm big on DIY projects but I've got crap left over all over the place from stuff I've only done once.
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Just knocked my first attempt out tonight:
This was done with a press from Knifekits.com that I picked up a couple months ago. I also purchased the Tek-Lok and the coyote kydex from them.
Just so there is no "miscommunication". I am not selling kydex stuff right now. This is just me goofing around. It's not an ad, a sneak peek or anything else that would be reason for someone to report this post.
Just knocked my first attempt out tonight:
This was done with a press from Knifekits.com that I picked up a couple months ago. I also purchased the Tek-Lok and the coyote kydex from them.
Just so there is no "miscommunication". I am not selling kydex stuff right now. This is just me goofing around. It's not an ad, a sneak peek or anything else that would be reason for someone to report this post.
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Looks really nice John.
I made a belt clip for my shot timer last week with a heat gun and a pair of heavy gloves. I doubt I'm in danger of being accused of advertising lol.
Looks really nice John.
I made a belt clip for my shot timer last week with a heat gun and a pair of heavy gloves. I doubt I'm in danger of being accused of advertising lol.
Re: how to make your own kydex stuff.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jpmuscle</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Anybody heard of any heat related issues on the guns with polymer frames? (Glock, SA, SW etc)</div></div>
I wouldn't worry about it. As soon as it goes into the press, it's cooling down. I wouldn't put the Glock in the oven with it, but the temp the kydex comes out of the oven isn't going to hurt it.
Now if you were doing production every day it may be a problem.
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I figured as much. perhaps sandwiching a sheet of tinfoil on either side of the gun would be sufficient to eliminate any potential heat damage and it would still allow for a sharp mold
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jpmuscle</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Anybody heard of any heat related issues on the guns with polymer frames? (Glock, SA, SW etc)</div></div>
I wouldn't worry about it. As soon as it goes into the press, it's cooling down. I wouldn't put the Glock in the oven with it, but the temp the kydex comes out of the oven isn't going to hurt it.
Now if you were doing production every day it may be a problem.
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I figured as much. perhaps sandwiching a sheet of tinfoil on either side of the gun would be sufficient to eliminate any potential heat damage and it would still allow for a sharp mold
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I wouldn't bother with foil. It trasmits heat pretty well. Some type of cloth would work better if you were really worried about it.
I wouldn't bother with foil. It trasmits heat pretty well. Some type of cloth would work better if you were really worried about it.
Re: how to make your own kydex stuff.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Just knocked my first attempt out tonight:
This was done with a press from Knifekits.com that I picked up a couple months ago. I also purchased the Tek-Lok and the coyote kydex from them.
Just so there is no "miscommunication". I am not selling kydex stuff right now. This is just me goofing around. It's not an ad, a sneak peek or anything else that would be reason for someone to report this post.</div></div>
Where do I send money to?
Just the basic bench model press? Was it worth the price, in your opinion?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Just knocked my first attempt out tonight:
This was done with a press from Knifekits.com that I picked up a couple months ago. I also purchased the Tek-Lok and the coyote kydex from them.
Just so there is no "miscommunication". I am not selling kydex stuff right now. This is just me goofing around. It's not an ad, a sneak peek or anything else that would be reason for someone to report this post.</div></div>
Where do I send money to?
Just the basic bench model press? Was it worth the price, in your opinion?
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Yes, it's just the small one that knifekits.com sells. It's super heavy duty and looks like it will work well. For me it was worth the money versus building my own. It looks like it will work well for mags, knives and pistols.
Yes, it's just the small one that knifekits.com sells. It's super heavy duty and looks like it will work well. For me it was worth the money versus building my own. It looks like it will work well for mags, knives and pistols.
Re: how to make your own kydex stuff.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I wouldn't bother with foil. It trasmits heat pretty well. Some type of cloth would work better if you were really worried about it. </div></div>
Good info. Thanks.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I wouldn't bother with foil. It trasmits heat pretty well. Some type of cloth would work better if you were really worried about it. </div></div>
Good info. Thanks.
Re: how to make your own kydex stuff.
yeah thanx for that link they have basically everything in one spot, thats cool
yeah thanx for that link they have basically everything in one spot, thats cool
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I just put in another order from them since I don't have the right type of rivets, and the sell Bladetech paddles. Of course I also had to order more kydex, chicago screws, etc., etc.
DIY gets expensive fast.
I just put in another order from them since I don't have the right type of rivets, and the sell Bladetech paddles. Of course I also had to order more kydex, chicago screws, etc., etc.
DIY gets expensive fast.
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any of you guys think you really need to use "the special knife"?
any of you guys think you really need to use "the special knife"?
Re: how to make your own kydex stuff.
I am sure he was joking. I just used a utility knife to score it, then snapped it. When finishing it out I used the score and nibble with pliers technique. It worked fine.
You end up with a little white color on the edges from stressing the kydex. If you run a lighter over it, it will go away and give you a little bit of a burnished type edge.
Reading through that whole thread, it appears that some of the guys have had problems with mashing the fames on Glocks or M&P's to the point mags won't drop free. Good thing I have a Rings Bluegun for my G21.
I am sure he was joking. I just used a utility knife to score it, then snapped it. When finishing it out I used the score and nibble with pliers technique. It worked fine.
You end up with a little white color on the edges from stressing the kydex. If you run a lighter over it, it will go away and give you a little bit of a burnished type edge.
Reading through that whole thread, it appears that some of the guys have had problems with mashing the fames on Glocks or M&P's to the point mags won't drop free. Good thing I have a Rings Bluegun for my G21.
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yeah a blue gun might be a good thing to buy for the plastic framed guns
yeah a blue gun might be a good thing to buy for the plastic framed guns
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Just a reminder, but Natchez Shooting Supply has a ton of the Eagle/G-Code kydex accessories like the paddles, quick disconnect pieces, belt loop pieces, etc. The prices are crazy low for the Eagle stuff.
Just a reminder, but Natchez Shooting Supply has a ton of the Eagle/G-Code kydex accessories like the paddles, quick disconnect pieces, belt loop pieces, etc. The prices are crazy low for the Eagle stuff.
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Wow that was a great link. I'd love to try my hand at that - looks like fun and could really save some money in the long run.
Wow that was a great link. I'd love to try my hand at that - looks like fun and could really save some money in the long run.
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That is a great write up! Definitely going to put this in my kit bag. The setup does look rather expensive with all the equiptment though. Do you really need all of that?
That is a great write up! Definitely going to put this in my kit bag. The setup does look rather expensive with all the equiptment though. Do you really need all of that?
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You can get all of the equipment you need to make decent stuff for the price of what a Kaluban or Raven kydex holster and double mag holster would cost. The press and rivet setter are about the only real expenses.
You can get all of the equipment you need to make decent stuff for the price of what a Kaluban or Raven kydex holster and double mag holster would cost. The press and rivet setter are about the only real expenses.
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Who wants to make me some stuff?
Grab some of that hunter safety orange kydex and gimme a shout.
Who wants to make me some stuff?
Grab some of that hunter safety orange kydex and gimme a shout.
Re: how to make your own kydex stuff.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jpmuscle</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jpmuscle</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Anybody heard of any heat related issues on the guns with polymer frames? (Glock, SA, SW etc)</div></div>
I wouldn't worry about it. As soon as it goes into the press, it's cooling down. I wouldn't put the Glock in the oven with it, but the temp the kydex comes out of the oven isn't going to hurt it.
Now if you were doing production every day it may be a problem.
</div></div>
I figured as much. perhaps sandwiching a sheet of tinfoil on either side of the gun would be sufficient to eliminate any potential heat damage and it would still allow for a sharp mold </div></div>
I've made a ton of Glock holsters from Kydex and there's no reason to cover the pistol with tin foil or anything else. the Kydex will never be hot enough to warp/damage the polymer in the pistol frame. I don't use an oven to warm the Kydex, I use a heat gun as it gives me a lot more control over the material. I warm the sheet to make kind of a taco shell. them warm each side til it's almost to hot to touch and throw it in the press and lock it down. come back in 15 minutes and it's ready for grinding/final fitting.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jpmuscle</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jpmuscle</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Anybody heard of any heat related issues on the guns with polymer frames? (Glock, SA, SW etc)</div></div>
I wouldn't worry about it. As soon as it goes into the press, it's cooling down. I wouldn't put the Glock in the oven with it, but the temp the kydex comes out of the oven isn't going to hurt it.
Now if you were doing production every day it may be a problem.
</div></div>
I figured as much. perhaps sandwiching a sheet of tinfoil on either side of the gun would be sufficient to eliminate any potential heat damage and it would still allow for a sharp mold </div></div>
I've made a ton of Glock holsters from Kydex and there's no reason to cover the pistol with tin foil or anything else. the Kydex will never be hot enough to warp/damage the polymer in the pistol frame. I don't use an oven to warm the Kydex, I use a heat gun as it gives me a lot more control over the material. I warm the sheet to make kind of a taco shell. them warm each side til it's almost to hot to touch and throw it in the press and lock it down. come back in 15 minutes and it's ready for grinding/final fitting.
Re: how to make your own kydex stuff.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Yes, it's just the small one that knifekits.com sells. It's super heavy duty and looks like it will work well. For me it was worth the money versus building my own. It looks like it will work well for mags, knives and pistols. </div></div>
i got the large press several years ago. the small one will do any project you can come up with even if you have to do it in steps. i got the large one just in case i do any more really large knife sheaths.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Yes, it's just the small one that knifekits.com sells. It's super heavy duty and looks like it will work well. For me it was worth the money versus building my own. It looks like it will work well for mags, knives and pistols. </div></div>
i got the large press several years ago. the small one will do any project you can come up with even if you have to do it in steps. i got the large one just in case i do any more really large knife sheaths.
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buy the rivet dies from Knifekits.com and order the arbor press from Harbor Freight for about 1/3 the cost.
buy the rivet dies from Knifekits.com and order the arbor press from Harbor Freight for about 1/3 the cost.
