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Olgord · 02-18-2005, 09:21 PM

I just received my leather FIST #7 and a FIST belt that I purchased from Gunners Alley. They both look great and I'd like to keep them that way. Since this is the first nice holster I've ever purchased, i was wondering if you folks could offer some guidance to this newbie. Any information on proper break-in and care would be greatly appreciated.

OlGord

southy · 02-19-2005, 10:47 AM

First, make sure your gun is UNLOADED, and second make sure it is UNLOADED. ok that should be clear now. the holster will be a little tight. if you cant get you gun in the holster release tension on the screw to get it in then tighten it a bit again. then draw it out while holding it in your hand and put it back in the holster. repeat many many times and it will be perfect. i have a FIST #41 and it took a little while to work in. They recommend spraying a little silicone on the inside of the holster to help loosen the leather a little. I did, BUT i cleaned my XD right after working the leather in. Just give it time and you wont be dissappointed. As for care for the leather, i just use a LITTLE bit of leather conditionaer on the outside of the holster, not the inside. I wouldnt use too much because i'd guess it might loosen the leather too much. Besides, its a FIST and should need very little maintenance. Have fun shooting.

Olgord · 02-20-2005, 09:09 AM

Thanks southy.

Olgord

02-18-2005, 09:21 PM	#1
Olgord XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Iowa Posts: 186	Care tips for leather holster I just received my leather FIST #7 and a FIST belt that I purchased from Gunners Alley. They both look great and I'd like to keep them that way. Since this is the first nice holster I've ever purchased, i was wondering if you folks could offer some guidance to this newbie. Any information on proper break-in and care would be greatly appreciated. OlGord __________________ It makes my head hurt to try and think of something profound to put here

02-19-2005, 10:47 AM	#2
southy XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Indiana Posts: 223	First, make sure your gun is UNLOADED, and second make sure it is UNLOADED. ok that should be clear now. the holster will be a little tight. if you cant get you gun in the holster release tension on the screw to get it in then tighten it a bit again. then draw it out while holding it in your hand and put it back in the holster. repeat many many times and it will be perfect. i have a FIST #41 and it took a little while to work in. They recommend spraying a little silicone on the inside of the holster to help loosen the leather a little. I did, BUT i cleaned my XD right after working the leather in. Just give it time and you wont be dissappointed. As for care for the leather, i just use a LITTLE bit of leather conditionaer on the outside of the holster, not the inside. I wouldnt use too much because i'd guess it might loosen the leather too much. Besides, its a FIST and should need very little maintenance. Have fun shooting. __________________ "You are not your F@#$ing khakis!!!" ---Tyler Durden 4" XD9 Service Black NEF 12Ga. Pardner Protector 18.5"(It's Evolving) Mil. Bulgarian Makarov 9x18mm Remington 597 .22LR Walther PPK .177 cal. BB Gun Nintendo Zapper SuperSoaker

02-20-2005, 09:09 AM	#3
Olgord XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Iowa Posts: 186	Thanks southy. Olgord __________________ It makes my head hurt to try and think of something profound to put here

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