[AJD] 51 B Gauge Color?

[Paul Waugh]

Charlie, you are on track. I used to have a small leather shop.  If you have 
a local cobbler, or leather shop they can help with the leather. Soak it 
over night, form it over something about the correct shape, size. Secure it 
to the 'mold' and let it dry naturally.  Soak with oil and it will last a 
long time.

Paul-46555
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Charlie V" <1cdevill at gmail.com>
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Sent: Wednesday, June 09, 2010 7:23 AM
Subject: Re: [AJD] 51 B Gauge Color?


> That is a good question, Paul.  It might be possible.  It would be as easy
> to make as any other gasket except for the formed dome in the center.  At
> most, it is only 5" x 5" square.  I am guessing to form the dome, it would
> be necessary to thoroughly soak the leather in water, shape it over a mold
> in the to create the dome, then let it dry slowly and naturally so it
> remains flexible.  I do not know much about leather work.  About the only
> times I have tried anything like this was in fitting leather holsters to
> hand guns.  It works there.
>
> Charlie V in WNY
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