Leather leg protector

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Leather leg protector

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Hello, not sure if I'm in the right place or even calling this the correct name but we are starting pistol silhouette matches here in Mesa Az again and I'm thinking about trying creedmoor style but not sure on the leg protection aspect I don't want to start my self on fire any help on the subject would be great !
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Welcome back !
I don’t think there’s any one making them anymore, probably the best bet would be going to a shoe repair, or someone that specializes in leather work. It’ll be a super easy project for them. Good luck
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A blast shield is only needed when shooting a revolver.

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And if you go with leather, use heavy top grain leather, not split leather.
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Shoe repair shops suck here along with everything else nobody does anything anymore the world is a different place these days I'll probably make my own does anyone have a picture or drawing of one by chance ?
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Here is a simple one. Kevlar enclosed. Strap goes over right knee for a right handed shooter.

I thought you sold your 44 …
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I did sell my 44 but I have a model 83 and a model 252 also have a t/c coming in 45 win mag. I'm thinking about an 83 in 357 though maybe get two cylinders and cut one to 357 Max ?? Thanks for the pic know where I can get one by chance ?
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I would post a WTB Blast Shield ad in the classifieds. Someone might have one available.
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I think I still have mine that's made out of HD conveyor belt rubber. It's a simple rectangular piece with a nylon web strap that allows it to hang over the knee in the bent leg position.
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Ok thank you !
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