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WHAT ARE CUSTOM SHOP HOLSTERS?
Custom Shop holsters are a type of custom molded leather gun holsters for semi-automatic pistols and revolvers made and offered by Craft Holsters’ Custom Shop. All of the Custom Shop gun holsters are always custom-fitted to the selected handgun, which means they provide a perfect, glove-like fit. However, what makes leather Custom Shop holsters truly unique is the fact that they are always hand-engraved with motifs chosen by Craft Holsters’ customers.
To sum it up, custom gun holsters by Craft Holsters’ Custom Shop are high-end hand-engraved leather holsters made on demand. Each holster made by Custom Shop and distributed by Craft Holsters showcases traditional leather craftsmanship and it comes with a handful of benefits of holsters offered by Craft Holsters. Just like the rest of gun holsters offered by Craft Holsters, Custom Shop gun holsters are also backed up by Lifetime Warranty.
WHAT ARE THE BEST CUSTOM SHOP GUN HOLSTERS?
Thanks to their low profile and easy concealment, Custom Shop gun holsters are a great choice for both concealed and open carry. One of the best gun holsters by Custom Shop is the Craftsman’s Choice OWB holster, which comes in three different versions based on the type of leather used - Sheridan mahogany holster, Ebony cuffalo leather holster, and Stingray leather holster.
There’s also slightly more expensive or high-end custom holsters offered by Craft Holsters’ Custom Shop. These include designs such as the John Wayne gun holster, Lone Star gun holster (or Texan gun holster), Goldfinger gun holster (a tribute to the James Bond movie franchise), Renegade gun holster, or Rugged leather holster. For more available holster designs, check out Custom Shop website.
FEATURES OF LEATHER GUN HOLSTERS BY CUSTOM SHOP
High carry comfort
Hand processed Italian cowhide
Hand-engraved leather holster
Molded exactly for your gun
Shaped to fit the specifics of your gun
Little signs of wear even after years
High natural retention
Glove-like fit that lasts a lifetime
Available for hundreds of gun models (both revolvers & semi-autos)
In mahogany, black, and ebony colors
Suitable for open & concealed carry
Old World craftsmanship with modern touch
Leather is more durable than other materials
For both right and left-handed shooters
Great fit for valuable handguns
Entirely handmade
Double-stitched for increased durability
Backed up by Lifetime Warranty
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT CUSTOM SHOP HOLSTERS
HOW TO BREAK-IN A CUSTOM SHOP HOLSTER?
If you get one of the best leather holsters made by Craft Holsters’ Custom Shop, it’s highly likely you won’t need to do any leather holster break-in. However, in case your new holster feels a bit too tight, just follow Craft Holsters break-in guide. The guide will answer your questions including how to stretch a leather holster or how to extend a leather strap on your holster. Also, if you want to make sure you have what you need for leather holster break-in, get your own Leather Holsters Break-in Kit, produced by Craft Holsters.
HOW TO CONDITION AND CLEAN A CUSTOM SHOP HOLSTER?
While products made of genuine leather such as custom leather holsters will last you a lifetime, it’s always a good idea to regularly take care of your leather holster. If you need any guidance on how to clean and maintain leather holsters by Custom Shop, check out this bit on Leather Holsters Care and Maintenance. Also, if you’re looking for a great leather holster care and maintenance solution, get your own Premium Holsters Care Kit, produced by Craft Holsters.
WHERE ARE CUSTOM SHOP HOLSTERS MADE?
All of the gun holsters made by Custom Shop are crafted in Slovakia, Central Europe.
WHERE IS CUSTOM SHOP BASED?
Custom Shop holsters are a division of leather holsters offered by Craft Holsters, a leather holster distributor located in Slovakia, Central Europe. All of the products listed under Custom Shop are distributed to the United States and the rest of the world by Craft Holsters.
WHERE CAN I GET A CUSTOM SHOP HOLSTER?
Right now, you can only get Custom Shop holsters from the Craft Holsters website. For unique, one-of-a-kind designs that aren’t available on Craft Holsters’ website by default, please email Craft Holsters at craftsman@craftholsters.com. Also, if you buy a Custom Shop gun holster, you’ll not only receive a unique, high-end gun holster at a reasonable price, but also a handful of benefits Craft Holsters offers to their customers.
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