M.o.l.l.e. For revolvers

markopolo · January 27, 2012, 12:41 AM

I have come to the conclusion that some stitch cutting , and speedy stitcher/barges cement work may be the way to turn a 1911 molle holster into a revolver holster . Some patience and study of stitch knots should put me/us on the right trail . I already use cement on all cheap commie stitching. They use the cheapest thread they can find and sell it to us . I cement all new china stitching , scrape off excess and do it again . Backpacks , shoes , every molle stitch and cross stitched strap. I have found that it can double the life of the crap we are forced to purchase from china today . Has any one gone down molle rebuilding road ? I have only reinforced thus far . I will photo my rebuild and post so it could help others . Any stitching knowledge welcomed , thank ye kindly !

ClydeFrog · January 28, 2012, 12:20 PM

To my understanding, the UM84R 4" barrel K/med frame DA revolver holster is nylon & can be used on MOLLE type military gear.
See www.bianchi-intl.com . I've owned a black nylon UM84R holster since 2006 for my stainless steel Ruger GPNY .38spl.
Blackhawk, www.blackhawk.com may also have some nylon holsters that can fit MOLLE units.

markopolo · April 15, 2012, 03:54 AM

I have been ripping seams and retro fitting MOLLE 1911 type holsters to fit my revolvers . By just moving the retention ,or main strap over and lower you can molle all your wheel guns . All there is to it is carefully cutting the threads on the existing retainer strap , and "sewing awl " or "speedy stitcher" the strap to the correct placement . A bit of nylon blocking in front of the trigger guard sewn and glued in as required . If you use a heavy needle and a awl as a starter on tough-glue-seams you will be less likely to poke yourself in your palm . Seam seal all stitching , especially factory china crap... I will post pics after I do 10 or so rebuilds . '

markopolo · June 16, 2012, 09:38 PM

A "AWL FOR ALL" stitcher is easier to work with when re-stitching and rebuilding a nylon 1911 generic holster . When piercing thru 4 or so layers of codura type nylon , a ice pick and a block of wood is needed . I have broken stitcher needles that are expencive ...Word to the wise from my errors . For cheap prices you can rebuild holsters to fit your revolver , A great degree of satisfaction will be there on completion of your project . TAKE YOUR TIME , don`t get in a hurry and seam seal all stitches with weld-bond or such . Judges and large frame 4" will fit into 1911 molle holsters with some work .

Sixer · June 17, 2012, 12:18 AM

If you have the time to "Saddle Stitch" by hand, it will be much sturdier that your Awl for All thing.

January 27, 2012, 12:41 AM	#1
markopolo Junior Member Join Date: January 19, 2012 Posts: 3	M.o.l.l.e. For revolvers I have come to the conclusion that some stitch cutting , and speedy stitcher/barges cement work may be the way to turn a 1911 molle holster into a revolver holster . Some patience and study of stitch knots should put me/us on the right trail . I already use cement on all cheap commie stitching. They use the cheapest thread they can find and sell it to us . I cement all new china stitching , scrape off excess and do it again . Backpacks , shoes , every molle stitch and cross stitched strap. I have found that it can double the life of the crap we are forced to purchase from china today . Has any one gone down molle rebuilding road ? I have only reinforced thus far . I will photo my rebuild and post so it could help others . Any stitching knowledge welcomed , thank ye kindly !

January 28, 2012, 12:20 PM	#2
ClydeFrog Senior Member Join Date: May 1, 2010 Posts: 4,011	Bianchi-intl UM84R... To my understanding, the UM84R 4" barrel K/med frame DA revolver holster is nylon & can be used on MOLLE type military gear. See www.bianchi-intl.com . I've owned a black nylon UM84R holster since 2006 for my stainless steel Ruger GPNY .38spl. Blackhawk, www.blackhawk.com may also have some nylon holsters that can fit MOLLE units.

April 15, 2012, 03:54 AM	#3
markopolo Junior Member Join Date: January 19, 2012 Posts: 3	MOLLE HOLSTERS FOR REVOLVERS 1911 rebuild I have been ripping seams and retro fitting MOLLE 1911 type holsters to fit my revolvers . By just moving the retention ,or main strap over and lower you can molle all your wheel guns . All there is to it is carefully cutting the threads on the existing retainer strap , and "sewing awl " or "speedy stitcher" the strap to the correct placement . A bit of nylon blocking in front of the trigger guard sewn and glued in as required . If you use a heavy needle and a awl as a starter on tough-glue-seams you will be less likely to poke yourself in your palm . Seam seal all stitching , especially factory china crap... I will post pics after I do 10 or so rebuilds . '

June 16, 2012, 09:38 PM	#4
markopolo Junior Member Join Date: January 19, 2012 Posts: 3	M.o.l.l.e. Revolver holster rebuild A "AWL FOR ALL" stitcher is easier to work with when re-stitching and rebuilding a nylon 1911 generic holster . When piercing thru 4 or so layers of codura type nylon , a ice pick and a block of wood is needed . I have broken stitcher needles that are expencive ...Word to the wise from my errors . For cheap prices you can rebuild holsters to fit your revolver , A great degree of satisfaction will be there on completion of your project . TAKE YOUR TIME , don`t get in a hurry and seam seal all stitches with weld-bond or such . Judges and large frame 4" will fit into 1911 molle holsters with some work .

June 17, 2012, 12:18 AM	#5
Sixer Senior Member Join Date: April 16, 2008 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,867	If you have the time to "Saddle Stitch" by hand, it will be much sturdier that your Awl for All thing. __________________ Hopp Custom Leather <------ click for HOLSTER awesomeness!! -There is no theory of evolution... Just a list of creatures Chuck Norris has allowed to live.