Maybe a dumb question about .......kydex

[dean1818]

I have a fantastic CCW holster from Crossbreed that is molded to a Bersa 40 UC

The Bersa is a great pistol, but not quite the "right" fit for me.

With a heat source, can I mold a smaller pistol into the same holster without damaging it?

Something like a Kahr cw9 or cw40?

I have heard that I would need to have a wet rag to protect the leather.

Anyone try this?

I would rather not have to spend another 90 bucks for a new holster if i dont have to.

 

[BarryLee]

Have you called to see if they could modify it to fit a new gun?

 

[dean1818]

They will for $40 (add frieght both ways....it starts to climb)

I was just seeing if it could be done

 

[KyJim]

Best solution might be just to sell it.

 

[MontyCop05]

^^^ what he said.

Sell it and order a new one.

 

[LarryFlew]

Kydex is very easy to work with using a hobby type heat gun and thick leathe gloves. Heat and work it around the new gun.

 

[Yung.gunr]

I would say to try molding it around the new gun. I know they don't sell for much, even on here. I bought a kydex holster off a guy on here and I got it for less then half the original price.

 

[skifast]

I have done it, and have also made a few Kydex holsters. It is easy. Heat it up with a heat gun. Go slow and just heat it to the point that it is flexible. Then press it down to fit your gun. Gloves are a good idea.

 

[irish52084]

If you sell your crossbreed, try out the comp-tac minotaur holster. Very similar to the crossbreed, but less expensive and you can buy the kydex bodies for something like $35.

 

[MrJenks]

I never tried one, but I hear they are great.

 

[Kreyzhorse]

I'm with Ky Jim. Sell it and use the proceeds to fund your next holster.

 

[dean1818]

The folks at Crossbreed told me they would fit my current holster to the new pistol, for $40.

However, I think I am going to at least TRY to heat it and fit it.

I STILL have the option of $40 if I bugger the kydex up