Rossi Ranch Hand Holster
 

Hey fellow AO'ers, I posted this on another forum, but thought I'd share this here as well :)

Hey guys, thought I would share some quick pics - had some time today so I sketched out a pattern and made up a quick holster for my Ranch Hand. Color came out darker than I had hoped only because (like a dolt) I used a swab instead of a cloth to dye it & it was streaked a tad so had to double up the dye.
(I picked the right gauge of leather because it's nice and stiff but the holster is only 1/2 the weight of a cellphone - 8.55oz)

Anyways, took a few hours from scratch but seems to hold it tight & works really well.

http://coho911.smugmug.com/photos/i-...-gwf893x-M.jpg

http://coho911.smugmug.com/photos/i-...-X5JZKcm-M.jpg

The detail of the edge pattern
http://coho911.smugmug.com/photos/i-...-JWNbgzS-M.jpg

Back
http://coho911.smugmug.com/photos/i-...-psbdwq5-M.jpg

Barrel clearance
http://coho911.smugmug.com/photos/i-...-2qtSwZm-M.jpg

How the rifle sits - holstered.
http://coho911.smugmug.com/photos/i-...-nJRpSwV-M.jpg

weight
http://coho911.smugmug.com/photos/i-...-RFpJDhf-M.jpg

It worked out alright, but I may do another with a cutout front spine for a little quicker draw & in a lighter color, the dark Mahogany looks even darker in the pictures than it really is in sunlight.

Still have to add the leg strap in one of the sets of holes at the back, I'll see how it feels once on.

Ideas to the next one :
-Make it interchangeable from a hip to back to pack with loops and a cross shoulder strap.
-Possible making a swivel belt loop so one can crouch or kneel and the holster will bend with the wearer.
-maybe throw a pocket/pouch on the front for a knife or cleaning kit.

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If you decide to make more and have one to sell let me know I was wanting something for mine. Nice work.

Can I get in line for one if you get into production? I reckon lots of ranch hand owners are looking for something like that.

Look's good !!!

Working on one with the same design but partial opening on the front/spine to see if it draws a little quicker... should be done in a couple hours.

Trying a lighter colour and a bit worn look too.


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love it!! looks so good :)
I can't wait to see what you come up with to:

Have you decided how much you'll be charging for these??

Very nice craftsmanship on that holster coho. Sheephunter will probably want one.

I have had my eye on those Rossi's for a while. Thinkin 44 Mag. Whats yours?

Dang don't that lever seem a little large for that rifle? I think I would want a smaller one. Just for the sake of compactability. Still like em though

(again from another forum)

Ok, so from a bare cowhide - takes about 4 hours to make one. Here's version #2.

Same template, lighter colour, and I tried the front spine cutout for muzzle draw easing (but more dirt will get in).

http://coho911.smugmug.com/Other/QM-...t6511563-M.jpg

http://coho911.smugmug.com/Other/QM-...t4681467-M.jpg

http://coho911.smugmug.com/Other/QM-...t3506433-M.jpg

http://coho911.smugmug.com/Other/QM-...t3907065-M.jpg

http://coho911.smugmug.com/Other/QM-...t5328621-M.jpg

Same edge pattern
http://coho911.smugmug.com/Other/QM-...t7172955-M.jpg

New cutaway front spine
http://coho911.smugmug.com/Other/QM-...t1867356-M.jpg

So todays results are a dark mahogany & a medium brown cutaway:

I am not sure how much I would charge for these, I'd guess about $80 +shipping maybe ? $5.00 extra for lettering, have to figure out the extra costs & time for the swivel model or added pouch model I could work on.

*Remember I am new to this stuff so may not be the quality everyone is looking for.
(I definately make more money picking up shifts at work - haha !)

Might do a Black next days off...

http://coho911.smugmug.com/Other/QM-...t3793020-M.jpg

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Any chance you can put larger rivets in these?

I would be interested in ordering one, I'd gladly pay up to $100. PM me when you're ready to take orders. I'm near Edmonton and would rather meet in person to see one before buying...perhaps next time you're up this way?

Very nice. I think adding a single snap strap up near the "loop" would be a nice addition, just to secure the rifle a little bit better.

LC

Looking good definately let me know when you have one to sell Id take one like the second one once you are happy with the design for sure.

Yours blows the one from Cabelas out of the water Coho......very nice work :happy0034:

http://reviews.cabelas.com/8815/2308...ws/reviews.htm

I'll look for larger rivets next time I am able to run down to Tandy here in Calgary. 'If I can get it, I can do it.'

I am still trying to figure out the swivel idea.
options:

1)The sturdy high end version I am considering will end up adding about $50.00 to the price, but will have a swivel / quick release system like a Motorola Radio case & D-Clip.

2) inexpensive Ring on holster clipped into two chap/saddle spring clasps on the holster loop. Cheapest option but may look a bit odd. (probably cost about $20 extra)

3) trying to figure out a Metal ring looped through heavy leather loop on the belt loop with releasable snaps or clips. Probably be about the same $20.00

Have to mock some up and see what works.

Regarding the rivets, maybe they don't need to be larger, its hard to tell from the picture. My only concern is that the leather isn't broken in yet which means there could be a lot of pull on the rivets - but its your call. I'm sure you can tell better than me as you are the one building them. Also - can you get stainless rivets or galvanized? just curious.

Would this holster fit any mare's leg? or just the rossi? I have a chiappa and know other guys are using Henry's as well. It looks like it would fit them all, but I would want to be sure before you made one up for me.

I saw one in a retail store yesterday that sold for $115.00. Believe you me, yours is by a long shot far nicer. I don't own such a rifle, but if I did, I would get one of your holsters, and not just on price alone. There looks to be quality, workmanship and a thought process here. The retail one was likely made in China. Nice work, best of luck selling them, although I think yours will sell themselves. :)

There's all kinds of different rivets, if you look at the two holsters I did side by side, the darker one has the smoked/ galvanized rivets and the brown has chrome.

As far as fit to any mares leg, I'm not sure. I custom made them around my own Rossi, I'd have to have a Chiappa or other to try them - BUT, as everything I do is 100% hand made custom, all I need is the firearm/knife/tool and I build the leather around it.

Well if somebody wants to meet up in North Calgary , bring their Rossi & try a test fit & have close look at my build quality for a first review, I'm open.

All feedback is considered.

The D-swivel would be a great idea. You could swing it up and off, cock the hammer and fire inside the holster real quick if you had to.

Update :
 

So far the 2 inexpensive quick release/ swivelling ideas didn't work the way I want them to (one worked but not to my standard - a bit sloppy in function for drawing the rifle)

I will keep looking for some of the radio D-buttons & female ends & try to come up with some other ideas (like a tiny chair swivel). hmmm.... :mad0100:


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Until then I will just make the initial 2 designs For Rossi Ranch Hands in .44mag & .45 LC (unless I can get a Chiappa or Rossi .22 to make templates off of - I want them to fit your rifles properly). I can do simple lettering, different borders if requested & I can add a loop/snap for the lever loop or hammer if requested for another $5.00.

**We'll have to discuss what I have the tools for & what I can do before you ask for anything special :)

Send me a PM if you are interested and would like to pick a colour & style.

I will make em by request - not in advance. (please remember this is a hobby for me - not a business, I am not a professional and just trying to help out some fellow Mare's Leg owners !)

--------> I would still like someone to have a look in person and let others know how they feel the quality and fit is <-------

This one is kind of cool.
http://www.cochiseleather.com/bullet...rnholster.aspx

http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/q...nce/H1965A.jpg

Congrats Lefty-Canuck on the first production 'Mare's Boot' !

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http://coho911.smugmug.com/Other/QM-...t7255154-M.jpg

Looks awesome.....can't wait to try it out!
 

Looks very cool....can't wait to give it a go.

Nice to be able to find a left-hand friendly holster that is one of a kind....great job! Those who know me will understand what the "skull" is all about.

http://i1220.photobucket.com/albums/...d/IMG_5979.jpg

http://i1220.photobucket.com/albums/...d/IMG_7393.jpg

LC

Look's great ... Thank's for posting !!!

Is there a story behind that.... ?

Skull and bones?
To me ( and many others here) it has something to do with the Grand Architect, but others use it as well....
Nice riggin' BTW!:)
Cat

I have a Henry Mare's Leg. I am in SE Calgary and would be willing to meet up and see if it fits or use it for a pattern to make one.

Good Job
 

I ordered both the holster and scabbard in for the store for customers but I must says youve done an excellent job. You have developed both the holster and scabbard into one, my hats is off to you.

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Thanks CJF, my next task is to build one that is a basic scabbard that can be slung over the back, tied into a backpack/saddle (molle as well) or be added to a belt loop and worn as a holster.

The 'Mare's utility boot'.