Absolutely GREAT info. I now have the knowledge of how to make my own. That said - time is money, so I also now have the knowledge that the $75+ on my holsters is money well spent.

@TheLarkinsLair

Ай бұрын

That is very true. It is only worth it if you want to make multiple holsters for friends/family. For just one, you are right, time is money and it may not be worth it.

lol Last week I could not figure out why I needed a kydex holster press or what it was good for. Now I have context. And I now have a clue how to make a custom holster. Good video thanks

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

Haha yeah. I didn't have any videos queued up and the press video was easier and faster to do then this one so I did it first.

@BeBreezy-zg8fl

Жыл бұрын

You can also use a vacuum sealer instead if you have one instead of making the press

Please take a magazine, add a couple layers of blue tape to it and put it in your mag well before doing this again. You are going to collapse you Mag well this way. Polymer frames don’t like 350+ degree heat plus the pressure from your press.

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

That would be a good idea. I luckily didn't have any issues, but better safe then sorry.

@sdriza

Жыл бұрын

Yes.... this happens... (unfortunately)

@tattooninja

10 ай бұрын

Are mag wells tapered, or are the same width all the way up?

@CadiV

10 ай бұрын

@@tattooninjawho knows what the internal dimensions of the inside of the mag well is? I don’t think that matters

@tattooninja

10 ай бұрын

@@CadiV You don't think it matters if someone tapes it evenly all the way up, vs tapered? Lol ok bud.

I betcha there'll be a scalding surprise when that bare comp touches skin! 😂

@TheLarkinsLair

Ай бұрын

Haha, It does get a little warm, at least I still have a layer of cloth between my skin and the comp. But yes after some heavy shooting it is quite toast. I have thought about making another with it covered... but I haven't and I have carried in this holster for nearly two years.

Nice video im preparing to make a kydex holster for my schooling and this helps

@TheLarkinsLair

10 ай бұрын

Good luck. In a couple of months I am going to do an outside the waist band with retention.

awesome video i love how you explained it

@TheLarkinsLair

7 ай бұрын

Thank you!

I use this holster regularly to practice my gun-fu cause it’s the only holster that actually tries to stay by my waist when I do my kicks n flips. Good vid btw it helped

@vincentdivita7800

Жыл бұрын

*you're

@usernamesmatter

Жыл бұрын

@@vincentdivita7800 your wrong

Handy video, thanks for sharing!

@TheLarkinsLair

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

This was a great video from start to finish

@TheLarkinsLair

5 ай бұрын

Thanks! I have some cook Kydex holster videos I am going to be doing later this year (not for a few months),.

Thank you for posting

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

You bet!

Great vid. I have trouble finding holsters for certain tools and the attachments. Customizing is the way to go. ❤

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

Yep, a similar custom holster like this was going to cost me $80 bucks. All the supplies and equipment to make 10 holsters was only $120, and that was with the holster press that is only a one time cost.

@EvronWard

Жыл бұрын

@The Larkin's Lair I absolutely love it. Nice side hustle as well.

Thanks for this tutorial I think im gonna try to make me one. Nobody makes one for my firearm with light combo

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

Yeah it is super hard to find some combinations. It is also nice to just make whatever holster you want. Also your first holster may not turn out so great so bank on making two...

@BannerTrucking2

Жыл бұрын

@@TheLarkinsLair I got enough sheets to practice on 3 and a color piece for the final rendering.

great job man thanks iam impressed.

@TheLarkinsLair

4 ай бұрын

Thanks, still the holster that I use today and is on my as I type this comment.

Def gunna try it. Done knives so why not!

Awesome video! Thanks!

@TheLarkinsLair

10 ай бұрын

Thanks! Here in the next month or so I am going to go over outside the waste band holsters WITH retention.

Looking good !

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Thanks for the video!

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

You bet!

Nice work!

@TheLarkinsLair

8 ай бұрын

Thanks!

amazing video!

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Thanks

Awesome bro

thank you

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome

Great video, sir. Thank you.

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks for the video! I saw one video that used a vacuum seal bag instead of a foam press. Have you tried that yet? Does it actually work?

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

I could give it a shot, my wife has one of those...

Good video. I’d be careful re-holstering after firing with an uncovered comp.

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I just got to wear good underwear.

@vincentdivita7800

Жыл бұрын

@@TheLarkinsLair Damn....never wanted to ask a stranger on the internet what kind of underwear he uses, but...what kind? I mean, if you found oven mitt boxers, leave a link. In all seriousness, has it ever burned? Did you ever go on to redesign it or is this holster still in use? Just got my first press today.

Thanks!!!

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

Thanks for the great vid. Im about ready to take my 1st try at a DIY kydex holster on my MC9. I got my work cut out for me. I will never find a holster premade to fit an MC9 with TLR7 light, TandemKross Game Changer 9mm Comp, TandemKross thumb ledge gas pedal, Holosun 507k dot, and ideally an attachable spare mag carrier This'll probably take 3-5 tries but still be way cheaper than the $200 i bet someone would charge for a custom job

@TheLarkinsLair

7 ай бұрын

Yeah, it is super hard to find those ultra custom holsters. That or spend $200+. I hope it turns out well for you. The one in this video was my second holster and I have worn it for over a year without any issues. Good luck on the ultra custom holster!

@clawjungleranger

5 ай бұрын

How did it go! I also carry a Canik MC9 and plan to use this video to make a custom holster for a bunch of different lights I have

@keithrange4457

5 ай бұрын

@clawjungleranger it was really kinda easy. Time consuming, but without any experience I made 1 that isn't hideous and is perfectly functional. There's a few blemishes so Noone would pay money for it, but works just fine

Hey man great informative vid, but my question is where did you find that small white regular cab silverado hot wheels truck? The one on your work bench. Seriously asking because i have been trying to find one of my truck and its like impossible.

@TheLarkinsLair

3 ай бұрын

Haha, that is a car I was given as a kid decades ago. I kept most of my matchbox cars and now my kids play with them. My son couldn't let this thing go for about a year. So the short answer is I don't know where it came from. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful. Good luck!

I currently have the S&W M&P 10mm performance Center with the ported barrel ??? It’s my new EDC it also has a baldr pro R attachment … plus I want a side cart

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

That is a nice setup you got, but I see why it would be hard to find something custom.

@robertrenke3528

8 ай бұрын

I haven't found a single ccw holster yet for the m&p 2.0 5.6 barrel, so this is looking to be the only option tbh

It seems like you know what your doing so here is a question. The holster I have has eyelets, I want to change it to Chicago screws. Bad idea? If it does work as planned would it be hard to put eyelets back in it? The reason I want to do this is because it is for a TLR-1 light and I want to use my TLR-2. It just adds a laser on the bottom. I think if I loosened the tension up it would work.

@TheLarkinsLair

9 ай бұрын

It should work, I honestly haven't done much with eyelets, so I couldn't say how hard they are to re-install, but Chicago style screws will work just fine. Just be carful that it doesn't mess up the rest of your holster fitment. Sorry for taking forever to respond, life has been busy.

hi, what the material that you use for the press? thanks great video!!

@TheLarkinsLair

4 ай бұрын

Here is the video on making the press (With links to parts): kzread.info/dash/bejne/oX9k2c2oodK6hag.html

What's your press made out of? I asume a layer of wood and some kind of cloth or sponge? Or what wall backing stuff... just wondering cause it looks like a simple idea for book and paper press.

@TheLarkinsLair

4 ай бұрын

Kydex press video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oX9k2c2oodK6hag.html Wood an a kydex holster foam. You could even cut up a yoga mat.

What did you use for cutting/trimming and smoothing the kydex?

@TheLarkinsLair

11 ай бұрын

Just a Dremel cut off tool, then I used the sanding wheel and finished by using some polish and a Dremel polishing wheel.

Hey man. So i have a springfield hellcat (NOT the pro) with a streamlight tlr7 sub and the hex wasp. Basically, the exact same set up as yours minus the comp. Can you guide me to some good holsters? I need something for concealed carry. Thank you.

@TheLarkinsLair

7 ай бұрын

There are lots of options, but you will pay no less then $50ish. Here are a couple of options: wethepeopleholsters.com/products/springfield-hellcat-with-streamlight-tlr-7-sub-light-iwb-holster?variant=40480672350306&B18671383897%7D&B%7D&B%7Bad.name%7D%7D&nbt=nb%3Aadwords%3Ax%3A18671383897%3A%3A&nb_adtype=pla&nb_kwd=&nb_ti=&nb_mi=113107058&nb_pc=online&nb_pi=shopify_US_6909178609762_40480672350306&nb_ppi=&nb_placement=&nb_si=%7Bsourceid%7D&nb_li_ms=&nb_lp_ms=&nb_fii=&nb_ap=&nb_mt=&tw_source=google&tw_adid=&tw_campaign=18671383897&gclid=CjwKCAjws9ipBhB1EiwAccEi1KsGHThlupRQP0Ft0wYl0I-XdjceS4vh7-oV2rBV9WD4xm-LAu9rThoCwK4QAvD_BwE www.crossbreedholsters.com/product/freedom-carry-iwb-holster/ werkz.com/m62sphc39sttlr7s1r.html

Did you make that press yourself? What foam is used on it?

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

Yep: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oX9k2c2oodK6hag.html

@pws3rd170

Жыл бұрын

@@TheLarkinsLair wow those pads were pricey. I used an interlocking foam flooring tile that I cut up though it could’ve been a little better

Question: why not also form the kydex over the red dot as well?

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

Because it would change where the bend ended up. It is easier to not have it on the gun and then just cut it out. That or you have to get creative and likely do a two piece holster.

Can you build one for m9a1 beretta with nightstick twm-30 iwb

@TheLarkinsLair

7 ай бұрын

This method works for any combination. However, I don't have that specific combination.

Can you tell me what you used for your press like the material?

@TheLarkinsLair

2 ай бұрын

Here is the holster press video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oX9k2c2oodK6hag.html I put a link in the description to the exact foam I am using in the video.

Should have formed the comp. Going to run two mags, re holster and do the crap that's hot dance

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

I have shot the crap out of this thing and have never noticed that.. I guess my undies do a good job insulating... Although I have thought about making another one with it formed around the comp.

@mr.nobody---

Жыл бұрын

@@TheLarkinsLair what do you run in it... Sear kit , reduction spring..... I put a riser and a 1.1x4 scope on mine, Patriot trigger from hyve ,powder river sear kit and dpm recoil spring kit... And it's faaaaaast and flat AF.

What thickness Kyle’s would you recommend for a hybrid holster? Thank you for the video.

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

I don't have much experience with hybrid holsters. To start I would just use .08" that seems to be the most common and is what I use for my regular IWB holsters.

Why does the barrel stick out the bottom? What kind of cutting wheel on the dremel?

@TheLarkinsLair

10 ай бұрын

It is a compensator on the bottom, I could have covered it if I wanted. The cutting wheel is just a cheep one from Walmart.

did u use a .6 or .8 inch sheet of kydex @The Larkin's Lair

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

I used .08

What the hight of foam for molding?

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

One inch. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B096SYBZJC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1

So, a bit random, but I wanna make a kydex holster for a big ass crescent wrench. Can I use one of these kits to do that?

@jkahre

7 ай бұрын

The potential problem there would be that most crescent wrench handles have a taper, making them wider at the end. Try to find a wrench with a straight handle and you should be fine.

@TheLarkinsLair

7 ай бұрын

You can, but you may have to add some stuff to the side if the wrench had a tapered handle. If it was straight, then it would be pretty easy.

What kydex thickness are you using

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

.080"

Do y’all make costume holsters???

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

I have only done it for friends and family. I could do it for others, the issue is I don't have the correct FFL fore firearms transfers so you would have to be local. I need the actual firearm configuration to properly mold the kydex, without it, it would almost impossible.

whats the press made of?

@TheLarkinsLair

4 ай бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/oX9k2c2oodK6hag.html

Is this a challenge you would like to accept I’ve tried a few places no luck…

Is this something I should have a dedicated toaster oven for? In other words, will my wife kill me for stinking up the house and ruining the toaster oven? If the oven would be fine but will make a stink, I could just take it outside. This would be doing just personal items so not a big usage.

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

Just warming up Kydex (acrylic-polyvinyl chloride) is not dangerous. However the plastic is not food grade so I wouldn't put it on any food dish without washing it afterward. However if you burn it then it is toxic and not good to breath in. So just don't forget about your Kydex in the oven. If you get into powder coating bullets... that is a complete different story.

And it’s had to be IWB….

Hot razor blade makes cleaner cuts

@TheLarkinsLair

9 ай бұрын

Yeah, but I am too lazy to keep heating it up, but it would work.

⭕️you're obviously right handed, why did you male this for left-handed use?

@TheLarkinsLair

8 ай бұрын

It is an inside the waistband holster for canceled carry.

@prepertruckin8525

8 ай бұрын

@TheLarkinsLair ⭕️ ahhh ... i got it, you make them for others. guess i should put the captions on... I'm half deaf and can't hear, i gotta read lips half the time... been slapt a few times for it too... not fun. but i like your work and set up too.

with the amount of tools i need to buy to get in done will cost me thousands.

@TheLarkinsLair

11 ай бұрын

The press and foam was $60, the kydex, clips, and Chicago style screws were another $60. I also got more Kydex then what I needed. Then pick up a harbor freight Dremel and cutting disk ~$10. Then just use your own oven. So out the door you are

Going into business? Taking orders yet??

@TheLarkinsLair

Жыл бұрын

Not yet, maybe one day.

Easy?

@TheLarkinsLair

3 ай бұрын

I suppose "Easy" is a bit subjective.

Easy? Nah, ima go ahead and pay the $100. lol

@TheLarkinsLair

8 ай бұрын

Yeah, if you only want one and don't want to play around with different holster configurations it is much easier to pay the hundred bucks.

Man - while I appreciate the idea - By the time you spend time and money on materials - tools - ect. It may be better to buy one online.

@TheLarkinsLair

4 ай бұрын

If you are only doing one then that is true.

@MmmmmmmmTaters

2 ай бұрын

Yeah but at the same time if you got a light that doesn’t have a holster made specifically for it this is great . And a lot. Cheaper

@chrishunt1939

Ай бұрын

It's true. Don't do this if you can buy any kind of holster with any attachment for 50 bucks. I'm here for the opposite reason tho.

There are literally thousands of holster making vids on yt. This is not a good one.

@TheLarkinsLair

3 ай бұрын

Specific feed back is always welcome. I am thinking about re-doing this one to make it better so any tips, insults, or jokes are always welcome.

@JericoGoods

3 ай бұрын

@@TheLarkinsLair well let's see ... I'm not going to sit and critique your whole video but it's almost as if you've never seen it done or are building one using directions someone told you about....meaning it doesn't seem like You have very much experience doing the video your giving the tutorial on. I suggest maybe watching a few good ones. Not trying to piss on your parade but you did ask...