Been wanting to make one out of leather for some time now. I carry this way during the winter, under my jacket. Until now I have always used para-cord or something a little thicker in a nylon type of cordage to secure it.
I knew Tractor Supply carried latigo lace in the equine department. So I went down and bought two lengths of this beautiful thick finished lace. Its a little over quarter of an inch thick and a little over half and inch wide. I opted for a natural finished one, as I planned on dying it anyhow.
I bought some brass finished hardware that fit the lace, as I was not sure what I was going to do. I opted out of any d-rings and clasps for two reasons; weight, and a more natural look. I think I made the right decision.
The leather was a dream to cut, drill, and sew. After my holes were cut, and extra strap sewn on. I then sanded it down lightly with some 120, then some 400. This got the finish off the leather and prepared it for dying. I went with Dark Mahogany for dye. After drying, 4 coats of super sheen finish, making sure to work it in well.
At the moment I am using leather lace to pull the rig together. I think it looks nice and it is reliable when knotted up. However I may get some brass leather screws with collars. And go that route. Time will tell. For now I am over pleased with it.
Hope you enjoy it!
I knew Tractor Supply carried latigo lace in the equine department. So I went down and bought two lengths of this beautiful thick finished lace. Its a little over quarter of an inch thick and a little over half and inch wide. I opted for a natural finished one, as I planned on dying it anyhow.
I bought some brass finished hardware that fit the lace, as I was not sure what I was going to do. I opted out of any d-rings and clasps for two reasons; weight, and a more natural look. I think I made the right decision.
The leather was a dream to cut, drill, and sew. After my holes were cut, and extra strap sewn on. I then sanded it down lightly with some 120, then some 400. This got the finish off the leather and prepared it for dying. I went with Dark Mahogany for dye. After drying, 4 coats of super sheen finish, making sure to work it in well.
At the moment I am using leather lace to pull the rig together. I think it looks nice and it is reliable when knotted up. However I may get some brass leather screws with collars. And go that route. Time will tell. For now I am over pleased with it.
Hope you enjoy it!
