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Started by Rick_Jorgenson, January-29-23 12:01

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Rick_Jorgenson

January-29-23 12:01
I've been asked a lot about doing Shoulder Rigs for the NAA's,  I've resisted doing them until recently.

My resistance was from not being sure of what material to use for the strap? 

Not having the time to test some different options didn't move this kind of project ahead... at all!  ;) 

And, needing to do another set of patterns for all the different NAA's for the Holster Leather didn't fit in the schedule.  :o

After finding this heavy duty elastic for another project I thought I would try it for a Shoulder Rig. I made a prototype to wear around the shop for a couple weeks and it works well (it was for a snub nose .38 and heavier then any NAA Revolver.) 

The elastic is breathable and won't cause you to perspire like nylon webbing and is resistant to rolling into a round shape like thinner Leather would, causing you to feel the strap under your arm.

The 1 inch elastic has some give so it doesn't feel overly confining like an all Nylon or Leather strap would in this configuration.

The first finished Holster Rig for a Client was for a Black Widow.  It has been shipped and I'm anxious to hear feedback on how it works for him.

The "adjustable" part of the strap is Veg-Tan Leather and held with Chicago Screws.  This one is set up for someone that wears and xtra lg t-shirt.

To put it on is like putting a jacket on, one arm at a time then wiggle the straps a little to settle it and flatten any wrinkled material on your shirt.

BTW... The Black Widow in the photos is not for sale (the sexy model can be had for a price!) lol!!

Questions, Comments, Constructive Criticism are always welcome!  Thanks for looking!

Rick

Rick Jorgenson

bearcatter

#1
January-29-23 12:01
It looks real good to me. The elastic crossing higher in the back looks more comfortable than other rigs I've seen.

You're wearing two shirts, and long sleeves !.....Must have dropped below 80*.... :D
"If you get it and didn't work for it, someone else worked for it and didn't get it..."

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Rick_Jorgenson

#2
January-29-23 17:01
Quote from: bearcatter on January-29-23 12:01
It looks real good to me. The elastic crossing higher in the back looks more comfortable than other rigs I've seen.

You're wearing two shirts, and long sleeves !.....Must have dropped below 80*.... :D
Thank you bearcatter!

It is very comfortable. I've seen some that the straps cross up at your neck, that would bother me.

I like it to ride lower.

There was a day last week that the temp only got up to 60f !!   I was pretty sure I was going to freeze to death! lol! 

That day I was wearing the 2 shirts, thermo underwear and, 2 pairs of socks too! I had my hoodie with me if I was outside to long  ;)
Rick Jorgenson

Uncle_Lee

#3
January-30-23 05:01
First off ------ It is good to see you back.

That looks very good. It is not bulky but looks like it is going to work and gentle on the shoulders and neck.

Sip, Sip, aahhhhhhh
God, Country, & Flag

LET'S GO BRANDON ( he is gone to the beach )

gadget

#4
January-30-23 06:01
Love the look and practicality. Price?

OV-1D

#5
January-30-23 06:01
  Just had a brain storm Rick incorporate a pair of suspenders into your shoulder rig . Great idea don't ya think ?  ;) ;) ;) Don't forget my cut for the idea partner . ;) ;) ;) ;) ;)
TO ARMS , TO ARMS the liberal socialists are coming . Load and prime your weapons . Don't shoot till you see their UN patches or the Obama bumper stickers , literally . And shoot any politician that says he wants to help you or us .

Uncle_Lee

#6
January-30-23 08:01
Quote from: OV-1D on January-30-23 06:01
  Just had a brain storm Rick incorporate a pair of suspenders into your shoulder rig . Great idea don't ya think ?  ;) ;) ;) Don't forget my cut for the idea partner . ;) ;) ;) ;) ;)

Leave the suspenders alone.....
I am working on that.  8)
God, Country, & Flag

LET'S GO BRANDON ( he is gone to the beach )

RogueTS1

#7
January-30-23 08:01
Looks very good Rick. Looks very well designed too. We find that the cross patterned back strap is the way to go when wearing a shoulder holster.
Wounds of the flesh a surgeon's skill may heal but wounded honour is only cured with steel.

Rick_Jorgenson

#8
January-30-23 10:01
Quote from: gadget on January-30-23 06:01
Love the look and practicality. Price?
Thank you!

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Rick Jorgenson

Rick_Jorgenson

#9
January-30-23 10:01
Quote from: uncle_lee on January-30-23 05:01
First off ------ It is good to see you back.

That looks very good. It is not bulky but looks like it is going to work and gentle on the shoulders and neck.

Sip, Sip, aahhhhhhh
Thank you Uncle_Lee!  :)

I've been neglecting the weekly photo count! Moving shop equipment and building holsters at the same time is like having 2 jobs! lol!

I have been building out the home studio (my messy garage) to work from home (painting, insulating, etc.)  It's starting to come together  :o

The strap material is very comfortable and lays smooth against your body.
Rick Jorgenson

KEN AR

#10
January-30-23 15:01
Looks great! How about a photo of the prototype with the snub nose in it.

Glad to see you getting the new shop going.
Ken AZ is now KEN AR, moved in 2021 to the Natural State
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Rick_Jorgenson

#11
January-30-23 22:01
Quote from: KEN AR on January-30-23 15:01
Looks great! How about a photo of the prototype with the snub nose in it.

Glad to see you getting the new shop going.
I didn't get any photos of it  :o

It went to a home in Colorado when a friend of mine saw it! 

He has 14 or 15 Full-Auto's. I shot a couple of them at his parents range up north over the holidays (Copper Star Indoor Shooting Range)
https://copperstarisr.com

If you let Rick shoot Full Auto's... You get a Holster! lol!!

Let me know if you want one Ken, I owe you for some other "horse trading" we've done!
Rick Jorgenson

RogueTS1

#12
January-31-23 16:01 Last Edit: January-31-23 16:01 by RogueTS1
Come on down our way Rick!!!!!!!!!!!!! We have a few you would probably make a holster for.  ::)
Wounds of the flesh a surgeon's skill may heal but wounded honour is only cured with steel.

RogueTS1

#13
January-31-23 16:01
More to choose from Rick:
Wounds of the flesh a surgeon's skill may heal but wounded honour is only cured with steel.

RogueTS1

#14
January-31-23 16:01
Or the latest ...................., for your shooting pleasure :
Wounds of the flesh a surgeon's skill may heal but wounded honour is only cured with steel.

OV-1D

#15
February-01-23 06:02
  Not to get off of topic ,HA ,HA . Hey RIck is that your real hair or is that a weave ???  Inquiring minds need to know .Ha . ;) ;)
TO ARMS , TO ARMS the liberal socialists are coming . Load and prime your weapons . Don't shoot till you see their UN patches or the Obama bumper stickers , literally . And shoot any politician that says he wants to help you or us .

heyjoe

#16
February-01-23 10:02
its a beautiful  holster and the strap rig  look great. i  love shoulder holsters. the only suggestion i would make is to make the holsters so that they interchangeable with the same straps. quite a few people who use shoulder holsters have multiple guns they would buy a holster for and carry with the same straps.
It's too bad that our friends cant be here with us today

RogueTS1

#17
February-01-23 10:02
Great point Heyjoe!
Wounds of the flesh a surgeon's skill may heal but wounded honour is only cured with steel.

Rick_Jorgenson

#18
February-02-23 07:02 Last Edit: February-02-23 08:02 by Rick_Jorgenson
Quote from: RogueTS1 on January-31-23 16:01
Come on down our way Rick!!!!!!!!!!!!! We have a few you would probably make a holster for.  ::)
Rogue...

You are definitely on my list of stops if I ever take a road trip! I'd love to see the "collection" and your cars!

BTW... Don't you have a car being finished and delivered soon?  8)
Rick Jorgenson

Rick_Jorgenson

#19
February-02-23 07:02
Quote from: heyjoe on February-01-23 10:02
its a beautiful  holster and the strap rig  look great. i  love shoulder holsters. the only suggestion i would make is to make the holsters so that they interchangeable with the same straps. quite a few people who use shoulder holsters have multiple guns they would buy a holster for and carry with the same straps.
Great idea! 

Rather than stitching the "D" Ring on the Holster, using a Chicago Screw there would make it a fairly quick change without needing to change your adjustments on the straps ;)
Rick Jorgenson

Rick_Jorgenson

#20
February-02-23 08:02 Last Edit: February-07-23 09:02 by Rick_Jorgenson
Quote from: OV-1D on February-01-23 06:02
  Not to get off of topic ,HA ,HA . Hey RIck is that your real hair or is that a weave ???  Inquiring minds need to know .Ha . ;) ;)
Put your "inquiring mind" it ease... It's real  ;D

I'm bald, I just take the hair from my ears and pull it up over my head to make it look like hair on my head  ;)

The ultimate "Comb Over"!! lol!

I couldn't wear it long in the "Corporate world" so this is the extent of my rebellion after leaving it!  ;)

And, if you ever wonder where I get the cool hair ties from (you might want to try them out!)
https://thelonghairs.us/collections/hair-ties-for-guys
Rick Jorgenson

bearcatter

#21
February-02-23 08:02
Any pix of you with short hair and a suit, or did you burn them all?.... ;D ;D
"If you get it and didn't work for it, someone else worked for it and didn't get it..."

* Guardian .32 (2) * Zastava M70 .32 (3) * Bearcat stainless (2) * SP101 .22 * Ruger SR22 (2) * S&W M&P 15-22 Sport

heyjoe

#22
February-02-23 10:02
Quote from: Rick_Jorgenson on February-02-23 07:02
Quote from: heyjoe on February-01-23 10:02
its a beautiful  holster and the strap rig  look great. i  love shoulder holsters. the only suggestion i would make is to make the holsters so that they interchangeable with the same straps. quite a few people who use shoulder holsters have multiple guns they would buy a holster for and carry with the same straps.
Great idea! 

Rather than stitching the "D" Ring on the Holster, using a Chicago Screw there would make it a fairly quick change without needing to change your adjustments on the straps ;)

every once in a blue i have one!
It's too bad that our friends cant be here with us today

OV-1D

#23
February-02-23 14:02
Quote from: Rick_Jorgenson on February-02-23 08:02
Quote from: OV-1D on February-01-23 06:02
  Not to get off of topic ,HA ,HA . Hey RIck is that your real hair or is that a weave ???  Inquiring minds need to know .Ha . ;) ;)
Pu your "inquiring mind" it ease... It's real  ;D

I'm bald, I just take the hair from my ears and pull it up over my head to make it look like hair on my head  ;)

The ultimate "Comb Over"!! lol!



   Thanks Rick just kidding I've been gone for awhile I figured to catch back up . Funny though I went the other way from long to short dealing with the older crowd on the condos in my later years . First impressions you know .  ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;)

I couldn't wear it long in the "Corporate world" so this is the extent of my rebellion after leaving it!  ;)

And, if you ever wonder where I get the cool hair ties from (you might want to try them out!)
https://thelonghairs.us/collections/hair-ties-for-guys
TO ARMS , TO ARMS the liberal socialists are coming . Load and prime your weapons . Don't shoot till you see their UN patches or the Obama bumper stickers , literally . And shoot any politician that says he wants to help you or us .

autofull

#24
March-01-23 05:03
Quote from: uncle_lee on January-30-23 05:01
First off ------ It is good to see you back.

That looks very good. It is not bulky but looks like it is going to work and gentle on the shoulders and neck.

Sip, Sip, aahhhhhhh
nice.
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