In this video I cover two finishing techniques meant to give your holster a great final look. The first technique is applying a resin finish, known for its ease of application and in re-applying down the road. The second technique is my favorite overall – the Hot Wax Dip Method. This style of holster finish makes for an extremely durable holster and excellent weatherproofing, all without any chemicals. Another advantage is the coloration formed after dipping. If you are looking to make a rich brown colored holster, there would be no need to dye the leather beforehand. Join me as I show you these fun and simple techniques.
9 minutes // Beginner
Tutorial Skills
- Edge sanding
- Edge burnishing
- Applying resin finish
- Prepping for hot wax dipping
- Final fit and touchups
- + more
Tools + Materials Needed
Tools / Materials for Resin Finish:
- Fiebing’s Bag Kote
- Foam brush
- Slim cocobolo burnisher
- Regular cocobolo burnisher
- Sponge and water
- 220 and 600 grit sandpaper
I sell various tools and supplies in my online shop here as well ➔
If I don’t have an item shown in the video listed here, I don’t have a link for it so you may have to search around to find a supplier. Links directing to an amazon product are paid links.

Tools / Materials for Hot Wax Finish:
- Around 10 pounds pure beeswax (you can hot wax dip many holsters, sheaths, pouches)
- Dedicated wood spoon
- Heat gun
- Sponge and water
- Coat hangar or solid electric wire scrap
- 220 and 600 grit sandpaper
- Slim cocobolo burnisher
- Regular cocobolo burnisher
- Either thick plastic shopping bag or a slim bag from my shop
- Infrared thermometer, or dedicated cooking thermometer
- Dedicated double boiler
I sell various tools and supplies in my online shop here as well ➔
If I don’t have an item shown in the video listed here, I don’t have a link for it so you may have to search around to find a supplier. Links directing to an amazon product are paid links.


Meet Your Instructor
Mr. Lentz
Over a decade ago in the dusty plains of central Colorado, I began the path of building this small leather goods business. As the years have passed, I have acquired very useful and practical leather working skills that I am more than happy to pass on to those who are looking to learn the trade. A lot of knowledge comes with running a successful leather goods business, and at the heart of it all - remains a deep understanding of how to work with leather, approach problems, and come up with simple and satisfying solutions. Let me pass on a bit that knowledge and advice to you and we can keep the beautiful artistry of leather craft alive.
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