thederek Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 Hey gents, Was wondering if there was any updates on dying/coloring MP40 pouches? I found some cheap ones online, I just need to dye them. I've browsed the forums and some of this stuff goes back to 2011, 2009, etc. If you're dying canvas MP40 pouches, wouldn't you want to use fabric dye vs. leather dye (the black leather is already the right color). The other option is I see people spray painting. Doesn't that eventually dry/crack/flake off? I'm about 50%/60% through my TD build, and I need to go ahead and buy some pouches asap, as cheap as I can. I know some are for sale in that forum section, but I'm trying to save where I can for now (the after basic 501st, upgrade for better when I can spread it out more). As of now, I'm considering fabric dye or leather dye, but I'm worried about rubbing off. Then I read about "leather shene" or what not, but it says it's glossy. Can anyone speak from experience here? Would be much appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thederek Posted February 16, 2015 Author Share Posted February 16, 2015 In case anyone wondered, here were the pouches I was looking at. About $26 bucks shipped to me. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Repro-WWII-German-Afrika-Korps-MP38-MP40-Tan-Canvas-Magazine-Mag-MP-40-Pouch-Set-/131125436621?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1e87af60cd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baron Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 Most of the canvas pouches have nylon thread. I used black clothing dye and it worked great to dye the pouch, but did nothing for the thread. For that, I used a sharpie and just colored them in. It all looks black as it should Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thederek Posted February 17, 2015 Author Share Posted February 17, 2015 Most of the canvas pouches have nylon thread. I used black clothing dye and it worked great to dye the pouch, but did nothing for the thread. For that, I used a sharpie and just colored them in. It all looks black as it should Sounds great man, thanks. What's your opinion on the pouches? A good grab for the price ($26 with shipping)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted February 17, 2015 Share Posted February 17, 2015 I used black spray paint and it's never flaked or have I had any issues at all. I know some troopers use dye but to me that seemed like a pain to do. I want to say I've done 8 sets of pouches or so....and never had an issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thederek Posted February 17, 2015 Author Share Posted February 17, 2015 I used black spray paint and it's never flaked or have I had any issues at all. I know some troopers use dye but to me that seemed like a pain to do. I want to say I've done 8 sets of pouches or so....and never had an issue. ____ Right on, so do you really do anything different? I've done a pipe E11 build with many types of spray paint, and also plastidipped the inside of my bucket, so I'm not a total noob to spray painting, but wasn't sure if there was any other process that's different. I preferred Rustoleum spray paints, but I read on a thread that Krylon was better for this (fabric painting)? Also, I saw a bottle of liquid Rit fabric dye (since again, I'm just dying the cotton canvas) for a few bucks on Amazon. It's as easy as dumping it in a bath of water and letting the MP40 pouch agitate and soak for a bit. Or, spray paint it like you say. Decisions, decisions. Then again, you all are the vets! I'm just bringing this up in case this helps someone brand new doing some research. I've seen both the dye and the spray paint, trying to determine what's the longevity. It wouldn't seem like the spray paint would wear off on your armor and other stuff. Not sure with the dye if that's an issue? Was hoping someone who's dyed theirs and has trooped a bit could weight in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted February 17, 2015 Share Posted February 17, 2015 Dude I used flat black walmart spray paint on it. 98cents lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchy Posted February 18, 2015 Share Posted February 18, 2015 I used black model kit paint, put some pieces of wood in the pouches. So they dry "into the right shape". But Dirty Boy's option is probably the best and cheapest one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnlineJeff Posted February 18, 2015 Share Posted February 18, 2015 I used back spray paint, left them out in the rain for a few days and then kicked then around in the drive way for 10 mins. Mine aren't approved yet bit think they look the part. I cut blocks of Styrofoam that I had laying around to get them to hold their shape. I repositioned the small pouch with E6000 and clamped it to dry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thederek Posted February 20, 2015 Author Share Posted February 20, 2015 Thanks guys! I think I'll try the paint method. I picked up some foam blocks, so I'll see how that goes. Thanks for the tips about painting with blocks IN for drying! makes sense. Also, I bought some pouches from $26 on Ebay from some dude in WV, they arrived and REEK of mildew. Son of a b.....as gross as it sounds, the interwebz recommends a vinegar wash, so I'll see how that goes. If not, looks like I'm buying more expensive pouches, what a waste of money and rotten luck I have. I know we're supposed to be dirty, but I'm not a Mildewtrooper. I'd stink around everyone, and make the armor bin smell NASTY. I don't even think paint will help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 Throw em in the washer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thederek Posted February 20, 2015 Author Share Posted February 20, 2015 Yea, I did. Even with some vinegar and oxy clean. I think it's just best to grab something else, this should NOT be an issue, lol. And it's close to your face. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandtrooper Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 Hate it when things don't work out like you expect. Patience is the most valuable skill you'll learn when it comes to armor and armor related accessories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pino Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 BLACK Matt Car spray color, Wood inside for stay in shape after drying in the sun, take a Metal brusher and work in the edges for Old looking. i left the Wood inside, i use balsawood. ****, it's weight is nothing :-)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pino Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 BTW, 3 pouches took incl a Beer and cigaretts 10min :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plastic Fury Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 I used the black RIT dye method, was not hard to do and they came out great looking. Four years later, they look even better as the Florida sun has done a really nice fading job on the dyed pouches, the tops are lighter tha the bottom and they look beautifully weathered now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozzer86 Posted August 6, 2015 Share Posted August 6, 2015 Guys, I've just picked up this little bargain from fleabay (which I think is the same as most of you). I'll be making some foam 'fingers' and use the Matt Black spray can approach too. Will let you all know how it goes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted August 6, 2015 Share Posted August 6, 2015 Nice!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fraulein Posted August 7, 2015 Share Posted August 7, 2015 I have used Dylon Multipurpose on some costumes. It works on nylon and lycra. I haven't used black. But I have used the deep blackish blue that they have. I have also used a black fine point sharpie on other projects, where I needed the fabric to remain the same color, but the stitching to be black. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozzer86 Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 Well.... Foam fingers provide a great filler.... But they aren't giving me the confidence once I hit it with the paint. It's a bit on the squishy side. So I've got some Balsa wood on order ! For reference, the size of an MP40 magazine is apparently (Length 9 1/2", Width 1 1/2", Depth 1" at the thickest part). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozzer86 Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 Updates !!! Balsa wood magazines and a heavy application of Matt Black spray paint. Turned out OK I think Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 Ya man looks good. Weather it up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozzer86 Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 I will do once the rest is ready to weather Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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