Information and how to order. 

 

     As I am a one man shop, email is the best way to contact me.  (roninleatherholstersllc@gmail.com) I try to reply within 24 hours. If you do not hear back from me within that time frame, please check your spam. That seems to be a constant issue.

     Phone orders are by appointment only. I often do not hear my phone as I am working or I am on the other line with a customer. 

     My hours are 10am to 5pm, Monday-Friday MST. I do not work weekends but I often answer emails to stay caught up.

     Before reaching out, please review the various options I offer. 

     If you are unsure of what style holster you are after, or new to concealed carry, I suggest trying on a few different holsters at your local gun shop to see how they feel. Often, that has helped save a customer money and put them in one of my holsters they really enjoy.  I can only give pros and cons based on 20 years in business, customer feedback and carrying concealed for 35 years. 

     Please know the holster is only one portion of concealed carry equation. Factors like body type, attire, position worn, firearm size, and a good belt come into play as well.

Please know orders do not go into the queue until payment is received. I will send 2 reminders before cancelling the order. 

     I offer a 10% discount to LEO, mil, vets, and first responders.

 

     I will not build for red dots that go past the ejection port.

     I will not build for red dots like the ACRO.

     I will not build for any firearm with a co-witness front sight that is taller than .5" 

     I do not build any of my holsters with thumb breaks.

     I do not build knife sheaths or "niche" projects/one offs.

     Lastly, and to no offense, I build what I offer and that is it. What I offer is built to my standards and for               specific reasons. 

 

     The ordering process is simple.

- I ask the questions that are under each holster model. Details about the firearm, optic, etc. 

- Then a quote is given once I receive the customers information.

- Iron out any details and send an invoice.

- Please know the invoice reflects exactly what I am going to build. If the customer wants to change anything prior to it being built, no matter the timeline, I will gladly do it once. (Unless I have already started the order.) More than that and I will apply an administrative fee.

     For payment, I take the following: Zelle, Venmo, Cashapp, PayPal, secure credit card invoice/card over the phone, check and money orders.

For my return policy, please see below in the Break In and Care for Your Holster section.

     My turnaround time is based on when I box up the order and ship it. It does not include travel time to the customer. My times are a rough estimate, with a buffer. As each holster is cut out by hand. Built specifically to the customer... It's not a cut and paste process. I do not use any die clickers. Each holster is unique. However, if there is an issue, I will let the customer know.

     Thank you for visiting my site and considering a holster from my shop. Feel free to reach out with any questions. 

 

Thank you. 

Dave 

Owner

Ronin Leather Holsters, LLC.

roninleatherholstersllc@gmail.com 

 

RONIN LEATHER HOLSTERS:  BREAK IN AND CARE FOR YOUR HOLSTER:

 

*You have 5 business days to inspect the holster once it has arrived. If it is incorrect or inoperable, please contact me. After those 5 days, a return/exchange are not possible except for extenuating circumstances. This is the industry standard. Please know, the holster in question MUST be returned in the same condition it was received. Failure to do so will void the refund/exchange. Please contact me with any questions. *

 

Please read the below instructions before attempting to use any of the leather products I offer. Failure to follow these instructions may void the warranty.

 -        Each holster has been molded to an exact replica of the firearm. I heavily mold the holster, front and back, when the leather allows, and I sew as close as possible to the outline of the gun. This adds to the retention, and longevity.

 -        DO NOT TRY AND USE THE HOLSTER FOR EDC WITHOUT BREAKING IT IN.

 -        First step: Ensure the gun is unloaded.

 -        Wrap the gun in the wax paper provided or place it inside the bag. (You may need to trim the bag.)

 -        GENTLY place the gun in the holster. * Note if the holster was received in colder months, it will be very tight as it has sat empty. Leather will constrict/expand with the weather.

 -        Leave the gun in the holster for a few hours. Preferably room temperature. Do not put in sunlight.

 -        Put the holster on and wear it for a little bit. Your body temperature will warm the leather

 -        Try a few slow draws to check resistance. *You may have to wear it for a while before the resistance lessens.

 -        Once you feel confident the gun will draw smoothly, remove the wax paper/bag, and try it. If it still isn’t “easier” to draw, repeat the process with the bag/wax paper.

 -        I highly recommend practice draws. This will help immensely.

 -        IF you feel like there is a drag or single spot holding up the gun, using Leather Lightening or Draw EZ will not harm the holster. Use it sparingly.

 ** For magazine/cuff carriers you may have to break them in with a small sandwich bag. Even the retention screw systems. One may be tighter than the other, when worn, due to the radius of your body. I recommend leaving the retention but putting the mag/light/cuffs in a regular sandwich bag to help stretch the leather. Remember, leather is not kydex. Kydex is not leather. Leather can often do what it wants no matter what I do.

 Things NOT to do:

·        DO NOT oil the leather. This will soften the holster and you will lose retention. *There are some exotic hide leather cleaning/preserving lotions or oils that are good to use. HOWEVER, DO NOT use them on the cowhide.

·        DO NOT put the leather near heat. IE: place it in an oven to “warm” it up.

·        DO NOT soak the holster in water if it becomes dirty. Take a soft, damp cloth and wipe off the dirt. Then a soft dry cloth, to wipe it dry. Let air dry.

·        As leather collects sweat, body oils, etc. they often can have an “odor”. To help alleviate the odor, place get a large enough Ziplock bag for the holster. Place a small amount of baking soda in the bag. Then place the holster in the bag and seal it. Allow it to sit for 24 hours. Remove the holster and wipe off the baking soda off the holster with a smooth, dry cloth. Or a can of air works just as well.

·        DO NOT “modify” the holster. IE: punch new holes that may damage the sewing or cut the belt slot larger to suit a different belt. If you need these things done, I recommend going to a Tandy Leather shop, a saddle maker/leather maker or you can mail it back to me and I will do so for a nominal fee, plus shipping. Modifying the holster, yourself, WILL void the warranty.

Hardware:

 

-        Ensure you use a thread lock on all hardware before every day use. I do not apply it as they have often “seized” the hardware on an appendix holster and I had to remake the holster.

-        All of the snaps are Pull the Dot/One Way snaps. Meaning they “roll on/roll off” to ensure they are secure. Do not force the snap as you may damage the snap system.

-        Check your holster before use. Ensure everything is in place, nice and secure, etc. We called this Pre-Combat Inspections in the Army. This was to ensure our gear was good to go before use. The holster is an essential part of the EDC equation.

Belts:

 

-        As the shooter and exotic belts are double thick, DO NOT tight roll them like an off the shelf belt from a big box store. This could cause stress cracks or make the belt soften. If it has a polymer core, this could damage the polymer. Even though I use the thinnest/strongest out there, like other makers, Murphy’s Law…

-        Ensure the hardware has thread lock applied to it.

 

               If you have any questions, please reach out.

Break In For a Light/Laser Holster

              

Thank you for purchasing a holster for your pistol with light and/or laser. The break in process is similar to a standard holster but I have a few “shortcuts” that may help with the process. (Please see Break in and care paper included with this.)

-        Like a typical holster, if you just try and shove the gun and light in, it will probably not go all the way in OR it will get stuck as the molding of the light helps with retention, locking things in place.

-        Unlike kydex you CANNOT use the holster without the light. The gun will flop around in the holster without the light or laser.

-        First step: Make sure the gun is unloaded.

-        Wrap the gun in the wax paper or you can use the bag, but I prefer the wax paper for reasons you will see.

-        Tape the wax paper with scotch or painters’ tape to help keep it in place.

-        GENTLY place the gun in the holster and go about halfway. You want to make sure the channel for the light is properly stretched/opened.

-        Let it sit for a bit and then check the resistance by taking it out and inserting it about halfway. If it feels smooth, gently insert the gun all the way in.

-        Let the gun in the holster for a bit. Room temperature is best. Do not set it in sunlight.

-        Try to draw the gun. If it feels smooth, then place it on. If not, allow it to sit for a little while longer.

-        While wearing it, attempt a few slow draws. If it feels “easier”, then try the gun in it without the bag. If not, keep it in the bag/wax paper a little longer.

-         If it is good to go but you feel a drag in a specific place you can do the following:

 

·        Tape some wax paper where you feel it and reinsert the gun and do slow draws.

·        Apply a small amount of Leather Lightening or Draw EZ to the area, inside the holster, and try it. Sometimes, it is just a small place where the light is molded.

 

               Please feel to reach out if there are any questions or concerns.

 

                              Thank you for purchasing one of my products.

 

               Dave Galloway

               Owner/operator

               Ronin Leather Holsters, LLC.

               roninleatherholstersllc@gmail.com