I only want a single mag pouch, not a double, but Eagle only makes these for the metal double stacks (sig/beretta) and single stacks (P220, 1911). So, I ordered one of these for the Glock mags with the intention of cutting it in half. It’s built perfectly for it, with a double-stitch seam down the middle between the two pouches. My question is what I should use to cut it in half. Jig saw? Band saw? Exacto?
Any thoughts?
Rob,
I assumed from reading the post you are only cutting through the Cordura nylon. If so, I would get a good sharp knife and then heat the blade. It will help cut through the nylon and seal it from fraying.
I’ve done this before and as Iraqguns said a sharp hot knife will work fine, I’ll only add that you seal it very well with a hot Iron or other very hot metal surface. Using a lighter can burn some of the stitching and you don’t want that.
If you have access to one…use a hot knife when you cut it. If not just cut through it slowly so you minimize the amount of loose thread, and then take a lighter and run it over the entire side of the pouch until your start to melt the nylon. That way you don’t have issues with the pouch falling apart later.
The only issue you will have using that particular pouch for this purpose is that the MOLLE Straps are towards the outside edges of the pouch for stability. This will mean that the single strap will be offcenter of the pouch when you cut it in half.
There will be a single version of the Glock pouches released before the end of the year as well. Just low on the priority list for me right now.
Please let me know if you have any questions or issues with your upcoming surgery…
Ben
Rob,
Call around your AO to places that sell climbing rope and webbing. Most of them have a commercial hot knife right there with the rope.
Rob,
Try any local dive shop. Most have the hot knives, which melt the nylon they use to make weight belts for diving. Hope this helps. I used to do this at Sportsman’s Paradise in High School.
Jack
I just picked up a single by Maxpedition. You might find them easier than cutting.
http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=9&idproduct=187
But if your going to cut, see if you can get on a band saw then use a heat gun to scorch the edges off.
No, I specifically want the Eagle FB pouch.
Was thinking of the band saw or maybe even a scroll saw with a very fine-tooth blade.
I usually use medical shears to cut any nylon gear and then seal the edges with a big grill type lighter and while hot, smooth the edge if needed on the steel work top.
I guess if you have a torch, you could heat up an old metal tool and do what the manufacturers do. That way it’s cut and sealed at the same time.
i’ve also used a hot putty knife. you can get them cheap at the hardware store, have fairly sharp edges, and use a propane torch to get it hot.
I second this suggestion. The hot “knife” that they use isn’t really like a knife that most people would imagine. It’s a lot better (in my opinion).
Joe Mamma
Rob, did you cut the pouch yet? Any Pictures and reports?