Holster...

Bart · 11-12-2001, 07:10 PM

Well, I did it! The Pecard arrived, and I applied it by hand ever so gently and sparingly. Took many "Before" pictures, of the my dried out light brown holster. After the application, it turned deep brown. Now the instructions say to leave it sit for a couple of days, and re-apply where it has "soaked-in" and wipe off where is has "pooled". After the re-application and another couple of days, it should be ready for a light buffing. Just thought I would post and update for those who have helped me get to this point.

After becoming very familiar with the new holster, I must ask...on the inside of the holster, there is a piece of leather attached to the front of the holster, that loops down into it and is sewn into the back of the holster. This seems to suspend the Luger within the holster. Were all Luger holsters made this way? Am I correct in my assumption that it suspends the Luger? Was this a way to "eject" the pistol, byt pulling on the leather nub on the front of the holster?

Bart

Lonnie Zimmerman · 11-12-2001, 09:09 PM

Bart; yes; this was used to get the pistol out fast. My Pecard also arrived today and I did the dozen or so holsters I have. Looks like we are running neck and neck. Keep in touch.

Lonnie

11-12-2001, 09:37 PM

Well, I didn't get my Pecard today! I am anxious to try it on my holster! I imagine I will get it in the next day or so.

Ed

dc8ray · 11-13-2001, 08:47 AM

So, are there different flavors of this Pecard stuff? If so, which one do you use for holsters? And a cheap place to order the stuff?

I'm just full of questions this morning.

Ray

11-13-2001, 11:15 AM

I went to their web site and ordered the one that dealt with leather type of material.

I've heard good things about it, and my holster needs something, that is for usre.

Not very cheap, not horrible, but not cheap,

Ed

Bart · 11-13-2001, 12:17 PM

Well, my holster doesn't look "old" anymore. The dried out light tan patina has turned into a darker, richer brown. Most of the Pecard from the first coat has soaked in with little or no "pooling". I have applied another light coat as per the instructions, and will again let it sit. The next step is to wipe off the excess and gently buff the exterior.

Initially, I had reservations about changing this piece of history, and devaluing (is that a word?) it's collectablility. And, now that I have changed the look of this 1914 holster, I asked myself if I was glad that I did it, or should I have left it alone, with it's "original" look.

I have rationalized my decision, by coming to the realization and conclusion that I have effectively added years to the life of it. Quite possibly, many more years than I will have to enjoy it. Going forward, hopefully others will enjoy it and it's rich history too. How can that be wrong?

Bart

Marvin · 11-13-2001, 12:32 PM

Bart,

Now that you have used the Pecards, do something else that will help the holster. Take a piece of acid free paper, or a small wrap of bubble wrap and place an approx. 1/4" dia roll under the top of the belt loop. This will keep the belt loop from being collapsed when stored. The little roll approximates the belt being in the loops and keep if from cracking at the top. Keep the holster in as controlled environment with low humidity as possible, keep it in a dark place. If you store the magazine and tool in the holster, use some RIG or other good oil on the parts, wrap them in Saran wrap loosly before putting them in the holster. Don't store them unwrapped in the holster, the acid in the leather may cause them to rust.

I use Lexol with good results on mine and wrap the mag & tool in Sarqan wrap with the littloe roll behind the belt loops and store them in the medium size FedEx boxes. This keeps them safe and so far, I have had no problems. At the price of holsters now, they must be taken care of.

Marvin

Bart · 11-13-2001, 12:53 PM

As always Marvin, I value your advice. Thanks a lot!

Bart

11-13-2001, 04:19 PM

Well UPS drove up at lunch and I already used the Pecards on my Arty holster. Followed the directions, well, as well as a guy can and put the goop everywhere. Mine is for Antique Leather, used my fingers and it is all 10 times better then it was. Was starting to have that almost cracked look to it.

Took before pictures, will post each on the forum in a couple of days. (Usually I forget to do the before pictures).

Marvin, great suggestion, printed it out and will do that, I noticed that the loops were totally collapsed.

Ed

Bart · 11-13-2001, 04:43 PM

I'll be posting before and after also, and look forward to everyones comments (good or bad). And just to confirm, I am using the Antique Pecard also, and I think Lonnie Z is using the same.

Bart

11-13-2001, 04:44 PM

Great, always nice to see others works in progress.

Ed

Lonnie Zimmerman · 11-13-2001, 11:56 PM

I finished all of mine with Pecard antique leather, and they turned out GREAT!! I do believe they would get to soft if you use to much.

Lonnie

Marvin · 11-14-2001, 07:07 AM

Lonnie,

This is one area that you must be very careful and NEVER use too much of the leather conditioners. Just a little goea a long way! If you put on too much, the leather will get soft and the value will be ruined. A small amount of Pecards will last a long time if the holster is kept in a dark place.

Marvin

11-14-2001, 02:42 PM

Only one day so far, it looks really nice.

Also made a back of an old chair look nice and a horse collar and my cowboy boots!

Marvin · 11-15-2001, 07:09 AM

Don't let your wife know about this product or she will have you doling all her leather purses. My wife has me doing this to hers now that she know how good it makes them look, ha, ha, ha

Marvin

11-12-2001, 07:10 PM	#1
Bart User Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 85 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Holster... Well, I did it! The Pecard arrived, and I applied it by hand ever so gently and sparingly. Took many "Before" pictures, of the my dried out light brown holster. After the application, it turned deep brown. Now the instructions say to leave it sit for a couple of days, and re-apply where it has "soaked-in" and wipe off where is has "pooled". After the re-application and another couple of days, it should be ready for a light buffing. Just thought I would post and update for those who have helped me get to this point. After becoming very familiar with the new holster, I must ask...on the inside of the holster, there is a piece of leather attached to the front of the holster, that loops down into it and is sewn into the back of the holster. This seems to suspend the Luger within the holster. Were all Luger holsters made this way? Am I correct in my assumption that it suspends the Luger? Was this a way to "eject" the pistol, byt pulling on the leather nub on the front of the holster? Bart

11-12-2001, 09:09 PM	#2
Lonnie Zimmerman User Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 523 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Holster... Bart; yes; this was used to get the pistol out fast. My Pecard also arrived today and I did the dozen or so holsters I have. Looks like we are running neck and neck. Keep in touch. Lonnie

11-12-2001, 09:37 PM	#3
66mustang Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Holster... Well, I didn't get my Pecard today! I am anxious to try it on my holster! I imagine I will get it in the next day or so. Ed

11-13-2001, 08:47 AM	#4
dc8ray User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The Republic of Texas Posts: 22 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Holster... So, are there different flavors of this Pecard stuff? If so, which one do you use for holsters? And a cheap place to order the stuff? I'm just full of questions this morning. Ray

11-13-2001, 11:15 AM	#5
66mustang Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Holster... I went to their web site and ordered the one that dealt with leather type of material. I've heard good things about it, and my holster needs something, that is for usre. Not very cheap, not horrible, but not cheap, Ed

11-13-2001, 12:17 PM	#6
Bart User Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 85 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Holster Update... Well, my holster doesn't look "old" anymore. The dried out light tan patina has turned into a darker, richer brown. Most of the Pecard from the first coat has soaked in with little or no "pooling". I have applied another light coat as per the instructions, and will again let it sit. The next step is to wipe off the excess and gently buff the exterior. Initially, I had reservations about changing this piece of history, and devaluing (is that a word?) it's collectablility. And, now that I have changed the look of this 1914 holster, I asked myself if I was glad that I did it, or should I have left it alone, with it's "original" look. I have rationalized my decision, by coming to the realization and conclusion that I have effectively added years to the life of it. Quite possibly, many more years than I will have to enjoy it. Going forward, hopefully others will enjoy it and it's rich history too. How can that be wrong? Bart

11-13-2001, 12:32 PM	#7
Marvin User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Upstate S.C. Posts: 1,132 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Holster Update... Bart, Now that you have used the Pecards, do something else that will help the holster. Take a piece of acid free paper, or a small wrap of bubble wrap and place an approx. 1/4" dia roll under the top of the belt loop. This will keep the belt loop from being collapsed when stored. The little roll approximates the belt being in the loops and keep if from cracking at the top. Keep the holster in as controlled environment with low humidity as possible, keep it in a dark place. If you store the magazine and tool in the holster, use some RIG or other good oil on the parts, wrap them in Saran wrap loosly before putting them in the holster. Don't store them unwrapped in the holster, the acid in the leather may cause them to rust. I use Lexol with good results on mine and wrap the mag & tool in Sarqan wrap with the littloe roll behind the belt loops and store them in the medium size FedEx boxes. This keeps them safe and so far, I have had no problems. At the price of holsters now, they must be taken care of. Marvin

11-13-2001, 12:53 PM	#8
Bart User Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 85 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Holster Update... As always Marvin, I value your advice. Thanks a lot! Bart

11-13-2001, 04:19 PM	#9
66mustang Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Holster Update... Well UPS drove up at lunch and I already used the Pecards on my Arty holster. Followed the directions, well, as well as a guy can and put the goop everywhere. Mine is for Antique Leather, used my fingers and it is all 10 times better then it was. Was starting to have that almost cracked look to it. Took before pictures, will post each on the forum in a couple of days. (Usually I forget to do the before pictures). Marvin, great suggestion, printed it out and will do that, I noticed that the loops were totally collapsed. Ed

11-13-2001, 04:43 PM	#10
Bart User Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 85 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Holster Update... I'll be posting before and after also, and look forward to everyones comments (good or bad). And just to confirm, I am using the Antique Pecard also, and I think Lonnie Z is using the same. Bart

11-13-2001, 04:44 PM	#11
66mustang Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Holster Update... Great, always nice to see others works in progress. Ed

11-13-2001, 11:56 PM	#12
Lonnie Zimmerman User Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 523 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Holster Update... I finished all of mine with Pecard antique leather, and they turned out GREAT!! I do believe they would get to soft if you use to much. Lonnie

11-14-2001, 07:07 AM	#13
Marvin User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Upstate S.C. Posts: 1,132 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Holster Update... Lonnie, This is one area that you must be very careful and NEVER use too much of the leather conditioners. Just a little goea a long way! If you put on too much, the leather will get soft and the value will be ruined. A small amount of Pecards will last a long time if the holster is kept in a dark place. Marvin

11-14-2001, 02:42 PM	#14
66mustang Guest Posts: n/a	Holster Update... Only one day so far, it looks really nice. Also made a back of an old chair look nice and a horse collar and my cowboy boots!

11-15-2001, 07:09 AM	#15
Marvin User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Upstate S.C. Posts: 1,132 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Holster Update... Don't let your wife know about this product or she will have you doling all her leather purses. My wife has me doing this to hers now that she know how good it makes them look, ha, ha, ha Marvin