@@OpticsPlanet hahaha, I thought Hanlon was referring to the handguns sitting on his desk as desktop "icons", then I peeked at the monitor... Holy wow!
In my experience, it will lessen and disappear as the interior is burnished from drawing the firearm. Lately, I’ve been using a product called Eezox to protect the finish on my firearms, and once it dries on the slide, it seems to reduce friction on my leather holsters. Leather over time will mold to the shape of the firearm, and become smoother inside as the gun is presented and reholstered.
Conditioners softens the leather. Personally, I've never used any kind of conditioner, but if I were I'd only use one from a holster manufacturer. If a holster is tight, I like to to take a gallon Ziploc freezer bag (thicker than standard bags), put the gun inside (unzipped to avoid trapping moisture), stuff the gun in the holster and check it every few hours. This slightly stretches the holster. Also: DON’T PUT THE GUN IN THE FREEZER (seriously, some people misunderstand this part)!
I just recently purchased a holster from OpticsPlanet; a Bianchi Cyclone for my S&W Model 69. It was purchased on advice from other Model 69 gun owners since no one makes a holster specifically for the Model 69. The Cyclone I purchased fits the gun, although very tightly and I had to really push it into the holster with some force to get the thumb breaker snap to close. I watched your video and several others and most are saying to just wrap the gun in plastic wrap or wax paper and insert the gun and leave it set overnight and the holster will relax and fit the gun. The problem with the 69 is that the frame is just a bit longer than your normal L-frame due to the 44 magnum caliber which cause the trigger guard to contact the welt before the gun is completely bottomed in the holster. Also the forming for the cylinder is also off just about the same amount. I really like the holster and I would like it a lot more if the gun fit correctly. Suggestions? Please.
Hi Brad! If you could be so kind and send the exact question to: "techsales@opticsplanet.com". Our tech experts there will surely find a way to help you out! Thanks for the comment.
Another recommendation , put your leather holster out size on sunshine especial if you live here in south Florida , sunny days of course , couple of hours and do the same thing .
I have a leather holster that is broke in but it seems to be dragging or sticking now during drawing. It's not hanging on the firearm edges just dragging. Any suggestion?
just bought a bulldog leather slip holster for my 92 from you guys. I saw a video saying its kind of tight at first. wondering if buying a larger holster than whats needed (like this L but use for a future MP shield or a smaller gun). Curious. you mentioned the leather conditioner (galco). helps the gun draw better. Is this the main/only reason? makes it smooth, or softer quicker? does any leather conditioner work or is there something specific that should be used?
You might want to acquaint yourself with Breaking in New a Leather Holster 101. Soak it in warm water. Place pistol in heavy plastic bag, and you may want to layer in a paper towel to help stretch it out a bit more. Leaving the pistol in holster allow it to slowly dry at room temperature, occasionally twisting the holster with the pistol still in place, about once an hour until dry. Leather is not Kydex and it requires an understanding of the basic nature of leather. Done patiently, holsters fitted in this way will consistently fit better to a specific firearm than a synthetic. Do not dress leather with an oil based compound or it may just never stop stretching. I have had success, with dozens of leather holsters using a warmed beeswax based dressing, such as SnoSeal, in a warm environment, inside and outside holster. It has the added advantage of making the holster leather moisture resistant and will make for smoother and consistent effort to holster and withdraw firearm without softening leather or attracting "dirt".
Great info Steve thanks for posting this video.? I use a Neutral shoe wax like ( Kiwi ) or such,? After I break in all of my leather holsters or belts,? with the wax,? I apply it on with a clean lint free rag, Or a sponge, & let dry. then I buff it off with another lint free rag. the wax protects the leather, great, & I do this every once in awhile to all of my leather goods.? Plus the wax water proofs the leather also.? I hope that this tip helps everyone,? Along with your breaking in video.?
Very nice vid Steve. Could you answer this? I picked up a nice De Santis holster used fir $15. It's retention lacks a bit. Could u reshape it to thus current model? If so us the procedure the same? thank you smiles
+matt hibbard If it can be reshaped depends on several factors (specific firearm, specific holster, amount of “slack”, etc) so if you could please email us at Techsales@opticsplanet.com we would be happy to discuss the situation in detail with you. Any pictures that you can provide are also greatly appreciated.” Thanks for the question!
+OpticsPlanet Hi Steve. thanks for the quick reply. Was Late when I wrote u. I see some typos. I meant can I reshape it. Not u. Sorry. I'll send pics to email. thank you.
For good condition of my all leather holsters i use Renapur cream for all leather products like shoes and leather jackets,basic made of natural bee wax and jojoba oil...this cream feed the leather,restore colour and make holster durable and resistant to moisture and cracks in the leather. I recomended to all!
Greetings Jim, Thanks for the comment! If the gun fits in the holster and you do not have a thumb strap, no break-in is required. If it's a bit tight on the gun, then you should be able to loosen it up by flexing the holster around a bit. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us!
I initially use my wife's hair blower from a safe distance to warm the leather and then leave the firearm in the holster for a week or so. Also, wear the holster with your firearm next to your body. Within a few days the leather will stretch and be more than satisfactory.
I immediately switch to a different video as soon as somebody starts repeatedly checking there firearm to see if it's loaded, so they don't accidentally hurt somebody ... That isn't really there.... 🤣
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That's a seriously impressive amount of desktop icons :)
Hi Hanlon,
He got 3 monitors now...all of them filled up, this was just the start :)
@@OpticsPlanet hahaha, I thought Hanlon was referring to the handguns sitting on his desk as desktop "icons", then I peeked at the monitor... Holy wow!
In my experience, it will lessen and disappear as the interior is burnished from drawing the firearm. Lately, I’ve been using a product called Eezox to protect the finish on my firearms, and once it dries on the slide, it seems to reduce friction on my leather holsters. Leather over time will mold to the shape of the firearm, and become smoother inside as the gun is presented and reholstered.
Conditioners softens the leather. Personally, I've never used any kind of conditioner, but if I were I'd only use one from a holster manufacturer. If a holster is tight, I like to to take a gallon Ziploc freezer bag (thicker than standard bags), put the gun inside (unzipped to avoid trapping moisture), stuff the gun in the holster and check it every few hours. This slightly stretches the holster. Also: DON’T PUT THE GUN IN THE FREEZER (seriously, some people misunderstand this part)!
I just recently purchased a holster from OpticsPlanet; a Bianchi Cyclone for my S&W Model 69. It was purchased on advice from other Model 69 gun owners since no one makes a holster specifically for the Model 69. The Cyclone I purchased fits the gun, although very tightly and I had to really push it into the holster with some force to get the thumb breaker snap to close. I watched your video and several others and most are saying to just wrap the gun in plastic wrap or wax paper and insert the gun and leave it set overnight and the holster will relax and fit the gun. The problem with the 69 is that the frame is just a bit longer than your normal L-frame due to the 44 magnum caliber which cause the trigger guard to contact the welt before the gun is completely bottomed in the holster. Also the forming for the cylinder is also off just about the same amount. I really like the holster and I would like it a lot more if the gun fit correctly. Suggestions? Please.
Hi Brad!
If you could be so kind and send the exact question to: "techsales@opticsplanet.com".
Our tech experts there will surely find a way to help you out!
Thanks for the comment.
Great vid bro just got a new galco combat master holster today!
Thank you for watching. We're glad you enjoyed it.
Why does he have so many icons on his desktop though?
Very nice video my good man, it was the info I was looking for...thanks again!
remember to warm up the fibers of the metal.
Another recommendation , put your leather holster out size on sunshine especial if you live here in south Florida , sunny days of course , couple of hours and do the same thing .
Great video some good leather holsters have an adjustable thumb break snap that can adjust to different Gun sizes correct...
I have a leather holster that is broke in but it seems to be dragging or sticking now during drawing. It's not hanging on the firearm edges just dragging. Any suggestion?
just bought a bulldog leather slip holster for my 92 from you guys. I saw a video saying its kind of tight at first. wondering if buying a larger holster than whats needed (like this L but use for a future MP shield or a smaller gun). Curious. you mentioned the leather conditioner (galco). helps the gun draw better. Is this the main/only reason? makes it smooth, or softer quicker? does any leather conditioner work or is there something specific that should be used?
You might want to acquaint yourself with Breaking in New a Leather Holster 101. Soak it in warm water. Place pistol in heavy plastic bag, and you may want to layer in a paper towel to help stretch it out a bit more. Leaving the pistol in holster allow it to slowly dry at room temperature, occasionally twisting the holster with the pistol still in place, about once an hour until dry. Leather is not Kydex and it requires an understanding of the basic nature of leather. Done patiently, holsters fitted in this way will consistently fit better to a specific firearm than a synthetic. Do not dress leather with an oil based compound or it may just never stop stretching. I have had success, with dozens of leather holsters using a warmed beeswax based dressing, such as SnoSeal, in a warm environment, inside and outside holster. It has the added advantage of making the holster leather moisture resistant and will make for smoother and consistent effort to holster and withdraw firearm without softening leather or attracting "dirt".
@COYOTE165A Thank you for watching and for sharing your tips!
So you just place it in the ziploc bag? How does this work?
Great info Steve thanks for posting this video.? I use a Neutral shoe wax like ( Kiwi ) or such,? After I break in all of my leather holsters or belts,? with the wax,? I apply it on with a clean lint free rag, Or a sponge, & let dry. then I buff it off with another lint free rag. the wax protects the leather, great, & I do this every once in awhile to all of my leather goods.? Plus the wax water proofs the leather also.? I hope that this tip helps everyone,? Along with your breaking in video.?
Very nice vid Steve. Could you answer this? I picked up a nice De Santis holster used fir $15. It's retention lacks a bit. Could u reshape it to thus current model? If so us the procedure the same? thank you smiles
+matt hibbard
If it can be reshaped depends on several factors (specific firearm, specific holster, amount of “slack”, etc) so if you could please email us at Techsales@opticsplanet.com we would be happy to discuss the situation in detail with you. Any pictures that you can provide are also greatly appreciated.”
Thanks for the question!
+OpticsPlanet Hi Steve. thanks for the quick reply. Was Late when I wrote u. I see some typos. I meant can I reshape it. Not u. Sorry.
I'll send pics to email. thank you.
For good condition of my all leather holsters i use Renapur cream for all leather products like shoes and leather jackets,basic made of natural bee wax and jojoba oil...this cream feed the leather,restore colour and make holster durable and resistant to moisture and cracks in the leather. I recomended to all!
Awesome and informative video...great job...thank you.
Thank you for watching!
Awsome video, very helpful. Thank you!
Great video. Thank you!
Someone needs to teach this guy how to create folders on his computer.
Thank you!
What if you dont have a thumb strap?
Greetings Jim,
Thanks for the comment! If the gun fits in the holster and you do not have a thumb strap, no break-in is required. If it's a bit tight on the gun, then you should be able to loosen it up by flexing the holster around a bit. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us!
I initially use my wife's hair blower from a safe distance to warm the leather and then leave the firearm in the holster for a week or so. Also, wear the holster with your firearm next to your body. Within a few days the leather will stretch and be more than satisfactory.
You cannot use the shoe wax on any Rough out leather or Suede type leather, Just a word of caution.
Waxpaper helps
SIT STILL! Otherwise good vid!
I'm sure it's unloaded...but that gun pointed in your stomach was making hurting my eyes. Be safe friend.
Eezox won't damage nickel plated firearms
Good video, I got what I needed but I have to say windows xp man? Get out of the stone ages my friend!! Anyway, love optics :)
sorry, I was just trying to be funny great video thank you so much.
No problem! Thanks for the comment!
SIT STILL PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!
I immediately switch to a different video as soon as somebody starts repeatedly checking there firearm to see if it's loaded, so they don't accidentally hurt somebody ... That isn't really there.... 🤣
Agreed, that drives me up a..... Just do it once without saying anything.