Design and Construct a Modern Retention Holster for the Glock 19

Whether you're crafting your first holster or leveling up your leatherworking skills, this course walks you through every step of building a secure, professional-grade pancake holster for the Glock 19.

You’ll learn how to pattern for proper retention, cut and assemble your leather with precision, and finish your holster with clean edges and even dye. With bonus safety insights and wet forming techniques, you’ll walk away with the skills to craft a holster that’s both functional and beautifully made.

This course is ideal for intermediate leathercrafters who are also experienced firearm users and want to build holsters that meet modern standards for safety and style.

Course Snapshot

• 2.5 Hours of Instruction
• 48 Lessons
• Skill Level: Advanced or Intermediate (with prior firearm experience recommended)

What You’ll Learn

• How to pattern and design a pancake holster for the Glock 19
• Leather selection, cutting, edging, and gluing techniques
• Wet forming for custom fit and secure retention
• Creating clean finishes with dyeing, burnishing, and waxing
• Best practices for holster safety and functionality

Every course includes everything you need to succeed:

• Downloadable patterns and templates
• Complete supply lists
• Step-by-step checklists
• A skills inventory to track your progress with confidence

Instructor: George Canfield