New project holster/belt

[Crossdrawnj]

I want to start a new holster/belt project. I have been making my rigs, both holster and belts lined: 7-8 ounce outer layer, 3-4 ounce inner layer. I want to do a rig unlined. I like a heavy combination. I am thinking of using 10-12 oz. or heavier for the belt and the holster.  I'd like to get a recommendation from the group here as there is a lot of experience on this site. Thanks in advance.

[Macon Due]

Crossdrawnj
I am not an expert or a pro but I have made a few rigs and to me 10-12oz. seems a bit excessive. I am planning a California holster and Fair Weather Christian belt soon. It will be unlined and 7-9oz leather.
Macon

[Marshal Will Wingam]

I like 8-9 oz leather for unlined holsters. That's just slightly thicker than many of the ones from the later 1800s. A good wet molding and it will hold its shape well.

[Crossdrawnj]

Thanks to you both for your advise.  Would you use slightly heavier leather for the belt?

[Marshal Will Wingam]

I use the same for both.

[1961MJS]

Hi

Will Ghormley's patterns currently specify 9-10 Ounce leather.  I did a 6-7 ounce holster of the Lawdog holster and it was too floppy and I couldn't draw from it.

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