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Three Piece Field Duty Holster
CourseLearn to select materials, cut, stitch, and assemble the holster body, belt loop, and retention strap. Creating the three-piece field duty holster is perfect for hobbyists and professionals seeking to enhance their skills.
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Taco-Style Holster Design
CourseLearn how to pattern avenger-style holsters. Along the way, you'll also learn tips and techniques for general holster patterning, so you can develop a solid foundation to grow your own style.
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Shoulder Holster
CourseGet ready to create a shoulder holster! Learn to build a durable harness, mold a holster, and create a mag pouch with expert instruction.
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Three Piece Holster Design
CourseUnlock the art of holster design! Learn the essentials of human anatomy and cant for optimal comfort and accessibility. Unleash your creativity in crafting the perfect holster in our three-piece holster design class.
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How to Make a Timeless Ranger Belt
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)Express your creativity by crafting your very own one-of-a-kind ranger belt. With a wide array of high-quality leather, buckles, and decorative elements to choose from, you'll have the freedom to design a belt that truly showcases your individuality.
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Gun Belts
CourseIf you're selling holsters and similar products, you will absolutely want to consider adding gun belts to your product line. These belts come together quickly and provide your client with the functionality they need.
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Add a Mag Pouch to Your Product Line
CourseAdd this nifty accessory, the magazine pouch, to your inventory. In this course, you will learn how to use the pattern, apply the snaps, and mold the pouch. It's the perfect add-on product to your holsters!
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Class: Holster Fitment
CourseTake your services to the next level by offering custom holster fitments for your clients. In this class, expert holster maker, George Canfield, will walk you through the process of finding the perfect holster, placement, and cant for your client.
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The Avenger Holster + Variation
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)In this advanced holster-building course, expert holster maker, George Canfield, shares his best tips and tricks for building the Avenger holster. Learn how to create your own pattern, share your artistry through molding, and create a variation.
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Class: Leather Machine Co Cobra Class 14 Leather Splitter
CourseThis brief class will provide you with a solid understanding of how to use a leather splitter. This handy machine can save you money on inventory and help make your business more profitable.
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Pricing and Costing with George Canfield
CourseUnderstanding pricing and costing are vital to making money with leathercraft. In this course, George Canfield will walk you through the important considerations you need to take into account before taking a product to market.
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Create a Custom Holster Pattern for a Glock 17 and a Glock 43
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)Learn how to create a holster pattern for a Glock 43 and a Glock 17. Expert holster designer, George Canfield, will guide you through his process of designing a pancake holster.
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Design and Construct a Modern Retention Holster for the Glock 19
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)This course, led by instructor George Canfield, will teach you how to design a pattern and then construct a modern retention holster- a.k.a. "the pancake holster"- for the Glock 19.