EDC Tips: Breaking In Leather Holsters

Published on September 12, 2017
Duration: 7:10

This guide provides a method for breaking in new, tight leather holsters, particularly mass-produced ones like Galco. It involves using plastic wrap to slightly stretch the holster and paste wax to smooth the interior, reducing wear on the firearm and improving draw speed. The process takes 2-3 days.

Quick Summary

Break in a tight leather holster by wrapping your unloaded firearm in plastic wrap and applying paste wax to the holster's interior high spots. Leave the firearm in the holster for 2-3 days to allow the leather to stretch and the wax to smooth the interior, ensuring a better draw and reducing firearm wear.

Chapters

  1. 00:31Holster Problems & Introduction
  2. 00:50Galco Combat Master Example
  3. 01:48Custom Holster Comparison (Lobo Gun Leather)
  4. 03:06Holster Break-In Supplies
  5. 03:24Step 1: Wrap Firearm in Plastic
  6. 04:02Step 2: Apply Paste Wax
  7. 04:34Step 3: Insert and Wait
  8. 04:43Example of Broken-In Holster
  9. 05:05Conditioned Holster Example
  10. 05:13Summary of Break-In Process

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you break in a new leather holster that is too tight?

To break in a tight leather holster, first wrap your unloaded firearm in thin plastic wrap. Then, apply a generous amount of paste wax to the interior high spots of the holster. Insert the wrapped firearm and leave it for 2-3 days to allow the leather to stretch and the wax to smooth the interior for a better draw.

What materials are needed to break in a leather holster?

You will need thin plastic wrap, such as saran wrap or cling wrap, and a good quality paste wax, like Johnson's Paste Wax. These items, along with your unloaded firearm and the holster, are sufficient for the break-in process.

Why is a rough interior in a leather holster problematic?

A rough interior in a leather holster can cause excessive wear on your firearm's finish as you draw and reholster it. The retention of the firearm is due to the holster's tension and pressure, not the roughness of the material itself.

How long does it take to break in a new leather holster using this method?

The recommended time to leave the firearm in the holster for the break-in process is two to three days. This duration allows the leather to properly stretch and conform to the firearm's shape, and the wax to condition the interior.

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