The Secret to Making a Custom Holster From Start to Finish

Published on November 25, 2024
Duration: 13:34

This video details the comprehensive process of creating custom Kydex holsters at Eclipse Holsters. It covers everything from online customization and mold selection to Kydex heating, vacuum forming, CNC cutting, edge polishing, and final assembly with adjustable retention. The process emphasizes precision, customization options, and ensuring functionality for various firearms and carry preferences.

Quick Summary

Eclipse Holsters creates custom Kydex holsters by allowing customers to select prints and colors online, then heating Kydex sheets to 370°F and molding them over specific firearm molds. The process includes CNC cutting for precise attachment holes and adjustable retention, ensuring a secure and personalized fit.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Custom Holster Making
  2. 00:20Welcome to Eclipse Holsters Shop
  3. 00:32Website Customization Options
  4. 01:00Choosing Custom Prints
  5. 01:25Selecting the Firearm Mold
  6. 01:47Heating the Kydex
  7. 02:13Molding the Kydex
  8. 03:01Mold Identification and Labeling
  9. 03:36Cooling and Removing the Mold
  10. 03:51Drilling Pinpoints for CNC
  11. 04:31CNC Machine Setup and Cutting
  12. 05:21Cutting Holes for Attachments
  13. 06:16Post-CNC Holster Shape
  14. 06:28Polishing Holster Edges
  15. 07:03Bending for Sight Channel
  16. 07:19Using the Actual Firearm for Molding
  17. 07:58Resulting Sight Channel and Optic Cut
  18. 08:15Magazine Release Accessibility
  19. 09:04Adding Attachments
  20. 09:31Holster Assembly Station
  21. 09:44Choosing Belt Attachments and Washers
  22. 10:59Adjustable Retention System
  23. 11:31Final Fit and Retention Check
  24. 11:44Adjusting Retention Tips
  25. 12:21Interchangeable Attachment Kits
  26. 12:35Lifetime Guarantee and Returns
  27. 12:47Shipping and Turnaround Time
  28. 13:22Conclusion and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the first step in ordering a custom holster from Eclipse Holsters?

The first step is to visit the Eclipse Holsters website, where you can customize various options including prints, colors, and holster types like inside or outside the waistband, and right or left-handed configurations.

How does Eclipse Holsters ensure the Kydex is heated properly for molding?

Kydex sheets are heated to approximately 370°F using a heat press for 90 seconds. Paper is placed between the Kydex and the press to protect specialty prints from bleeding.

What features are included in Eclipse Holsters for modern firearms?

All holsters accommodate raised sights, suppressor-height sights, and are optic-ready with a cutout for red dot sights. The magazine release button is also designed to remain fully accessible.

What is the typical shipping turnaround time for custom holsters from Eclipse Holsters?

Eclipse Holsters boasts a fast turnaround time, shipping all orders within three business days or less, often with 2-day FedEx Express delivery available.

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