Kydex

Kydex carbon fiber is a household name. As it grows in popularity, more and more people are using Kydex holster materials for a growing array of projects.

The knife sheaths and gun holsters of the history books are almost exclusively made of leather, canvas, nylon, or other pliable material easily manipulated and stitched together. So when thermoplastics—namely Kydex supplies—started growing in popularity in the late 60s, the whole game shifted.

In comparison to other tactics, Kydex thermoforming is more economical and nearly as easy as manipulating leather or canvas. Most importantly, hobbyists and small business owners know that Kydex materials will long outlast almost any other material on the market. So when people started asking “where to buy Kydex,” we were among the first to answer.

For most of our 40 years and three generations of family business, we’ve been best known for our wholesale fastener business, touching nearly every major market. But we expanded to incorporate Kydex supplies into our extensive offerings to keep pace with the pioneering hobbyists and small business owners we greatly admire. Today, everyone, no matter their Kydex craft, knows where to buy Kydex: here in our shop. Additionally, we’re committed to periodic Kydex sales to lower the prices on Kydex holster supplies and subsequently, the barrier of entry into Kydex holster making.

About Kydex
The Kydex story begins in the late 1960s, when the Rohm and Haas Company was the authority on all things aircraft interior. Eventually, the easily-manipulated Kydex carbon fiber started to gain foothold in a number of other industries as the sheer versatility of Kydex materials was realized. The Kydex brand has changed hands a number of times, all the while slowly asserting itself as a true household name.

Why Kydex Holster Materials Outlast Leather
Kydex supplies are waterproof, scratch resistant (with a Rockwell “R” hardness of 90), able to hold shape without giving in to alteration unless forced under certain conditions, low maintenance, and, Kydex carbon fiber is extremely easy wipe clean. Plus, when you go to buy Kydex, you can trust quality consistency of a Kydex sheet more than that of a leather hide. Finally, some companies, especially us, are committed to the periodic Kydex sale to make it more economical for hobbyists to experiment. It’s no surprise that more gun owners are drawn to Kydex carbon fiber as a holster material.

How to Choose Kydex Holster Supplies

As with nearly every other holster material, there are different grades of Kydex materials. When you’re looking to buy Kydex for a particular project, it’s imperative that you pay close attention to its grade.

Kydex holster kits run the gamut. From budget plastics made from recycled sheets to brand-new Kydex 100, each maker will prefer something different depending on projects and budgets when they buy Kydex. Known as the “Gold Standard for Thermoforming,” Kydex 100 is the best choice for both beginners trying their hand at Kydex thermoforming or Kydex holster making and those looking for top-quality Kydex holster supplies to entice a knowledgeable customer. It offers formability, rigidity, break, and chemical resistance not known to other grades of Kydex holster materials. It also withstands high temperatures.

Custom-Printed Kydex Sheets For a Kydex holster kit with extra visual intrigue, or simply Kydex sheets with your business’ logo, we offer custom-printed sheets. Choose from Light Grey, Desert Tan, or White Kydex materials .080 P1 (substrate color will be dependent on artwork submitted). Get more information and check for Kydex sales above.

We’re Here to Answer All Your Questions
No matter the question about Kydex holster materials, Kydex holster making, Kydex thermoforming, how and where to buy Kydex, which Kydex holster kit is best, and more, our customer service team is always ready to hear from you.