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QuietHide Holsters
« on: February 21, 2008, 06:10:14 AM »
                                                                Introducing

                     


Some of you know me, some don't, some I have already made holster(s) for.
My name is Dave Jansen aka onesonek hailing from Pipestone, MN.
I have been on GBO a number of years, and the Moderator position on the wildcatting forum.
I have to admit, I haven't been as active the past year a I would have liked. But what started out as a project for myself, quickly became much more than ever anticipated.
So with approaching 18 months blood sweat and headaches, into the custom holster business, I believe I got my ducks in a row.  It has gotten to the point where it's my sole occupation. With that said, it still has lots of room for growth to the point of a livable income. So, I decided to push the advertising campaign, hence I just concluded business as such with GB.
So, I invite to all those that may have an interest or need to take a look at my website, it'll give a little more background (the why's and what for's). There is only a few pic's on the front page and in the products page, so if you would like to see more or better quality let me know, I'll be sure to get some to you one way or another.
Also, while I have my general design concepts, if you have ideas of your own, or accessories that you would like made up, I will do my best to fill your needs and wants. If I can't (machine limitations), I may be able to help you find someone that can.


I don't put prices on the net, fluctuations in material prices, builds with options can vary.  But in general, prices start at $50.00 and go up pending on the build.

If there are any questions, please feel free to ask or call, (cell anytime) 605-759-2163

Dave
http://qh-holsters.com/

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Re: QuietHide Holsters
« Reply #1 on: February 21, 2008, 10:09:16 AM »
One note to add:
I been running some optimizing test on my site, For you dial-up users, please be patient.
My test show that depending on traffic, load times can take 6 minutes+.
I am working to optimize and speed things up,. If that don't work, I will be switching host, but this will take a little time to get figured out.

Thankyou!
Dave

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Re: QuietHide Holsters
« Reply #2 on: February 21, 2008, 11:25:08 AM »
Dave,
Glad to hear you are going 100%
and as said I will be ordering from you
as soon as I figure out what I am going to do.
Just a thought from my visit to your web site
is to go ahead and switch host so you can enlarge the pictures.
I think that would help with sales.
My $.02 and good luck.
Mike
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Re: QuietHide Holsters
« Reply #3 on: February 21, 2008, 11:39:49 AM »
Agreed if you can't fix the slow load problem with current host then by all means you need to swith. We'll work with you to make it faster er, Matt will I'm a computer dummy. You really cannot have a very slow site and hope customers will wait. Some will most won't.


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Re: QuietHide Holsters
« Reply #4 on: February 21, 2008, 07:14:19 PM »
Thanks Mike, and Bill.
I came to a conclusion after a half the day and most of the evening trying to improve things on my site.
I finally gave up, took Bill's advice, then got in touch with Matt. His conclusion was pretty much the same ,,there ain't much hope where it's being hosted. They just can't handle traffic. So, with Matt's help we are in process of moving and rebuilding the site on to the GBO host server system. This will take a few days before everything is up to speed (no pun intended).
I apologize to any of those that may have tried to get on on my site and found it as  frustrating as I had. For those that didn't get on and gave up, I hope that you'll give me a couple days to get the new system up and running and stop back for a visit.
I should have pulled the trigger on this matter a lot sooner.

Dave


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Re: QuietHide Holsters
« Reply #5 on: February 22, 2008, 03:59:30 PM »
I think it's a good move also. To be honest, if I had to make a decision on a holster based solely on what I saw on your site, I think I would look elsewhere. It's just too hard to see any details. I would like to see some large detail pictures, and some detailed diagram drawings on your site for your more common holster options. I know I want a holster for my Contender, but I don't know really what to ask for. It seems if I already knew exactly what to ask for, your site would have been OK. I also think some example holsters with prices listed for those optioned examples would be helpful.

Not trying to be negative, but just my input as a guy who buys a lot of shooting stuff online.

I have heard enough good things about your product to make me very interested in getting one. I think a less persistent customer would have just looked elsewhere.

I wish you success in your business, and if I can ever figure out what I want, I'll be ordering one from you myself.

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Re: QuietHide Holsters
« Reply #6 on: February 22, 2008, 05:59:18 PM »
Matt is in the process of developing a new site for Dave which we'll be hosting for him on our new high speed servers. Dunno when it will be ready but I think he's putting in some time on it tonight. I'd expect him to have images as thumbnails or at least a smaller size that can be clicked on to enlarge. What and how many will be up to Dave to tell him I'm sure.


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Re: QuietHide Holsters
« Reply #7 on: February 22, 2008, 06:52:50 PM »
I think it's a good move also. To be honest, if I had to make a decision on a holster based solely on what I saw on your site, I think I would look elsewhere. It's just too hard to see any details. I would like to see some large detail pictures, and some detailed diagram drawings on your site for your more common holster options. I know I want a holster for my Contender, but I don't know really what to ask for. It seems if I already knew exactly what to ask for, your site would have been OK. I also think some example holsters with prices listed for those optioned examples would be helpful.

Not trying to be negative, but just my input as a guy who buys a lot of shooting stuff online.

I have heard enough good things about your product to make me very interested in getting one. I think a less persistent customer would have just looked elsewhere.




I wish you success in your business, and if I can ever figure out what I want, I'll be ordering one from you myself.


Thanks for thoughts and feedback Slim, I'm always open to suggestions. And I will take those into consideration once I get settled in with "new" setup.  At times I know more info may be helpful.  I just  always kinda figured the way I build these , it's pretty much a one on one deal with me and the customer on the phone, and all questions could answered then.  I don't mind one bit for some one calling and we discuss their particular needs, it's actually the best part of the business. I also don't mind if they call and we talk, then tell me they would like to think on it, and I don't hear from them again. I don't use the phone to make a sale, I use it so that I might get a better understanding of the needs and wants.
The new site will have a new domain name, as we (Matt and I) haven't spent much time on what it may take to do a transfer from the particular Registrar of my current domains. Although, the old domain I'm am told will still work as we plan to re-route traffic.
I actually purchase a number of domain names, to be directed at my site on the GBO server. 

Thanks Again!
Dave

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Re: QuietHide Holsters
« Reply #8 on: February 23, 2008, 08:42:55 AM »
Dave,

Congrats on your new endeavor.   

Looks like you are on the right path with Bill and Matt's help.   No doubt people will not wait for a slow site, although more often than not it is on their end and not that of the site.   Saw that back when I first put up my WildCalls2k site (running on my own dedicated equipment/connection that was the fastest available).   

Keeping it simple and making everything as user friendly as possible on your site will keep people interested longer and boost sales.   Pictures of reasonable size, very few (if any) animations and technical data written so anyone can understand it are a big help.  The bigger pictures and animations really slow down some dial ups, but you can always link to them for those who are willing to wait for them to load.   IOW, build your site for your slowest customers.   Having potential customers who are better informed from your site will save some time on the phone calls and email too.    Trust me, email and phone calls can quickly eat up a lot of your production time and get out of hand if your product catches on (was the main reason I took my site down, and part of the reason I eventually closed the shop).

I'll be looking forward to perusing your site to see what you have.   Good luck with it.

L.

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Re: QuietHide Holsters
« Reply #9 on: February 23, 2008, 12:46:19 PM »
Thanks for the input Ladobe.
In all likely hood, I will put put a little more explicit info on the construction methods and what not, on the newly hosted site. Still, my rigs by nature are built on a individual basis, not saying another gun or another individual cant fit or use. But they are custom built with some specifics in mind. I don't know that have built 2 rigs exactly the same. While the general design may be the same, minor differences in the build, can make a big difference in function for an individual customer.
I know what you are saying about emails and phone calls, they can use up some production time. Still the same, because of the custom nature, it takes time. Each email, needs a specific response that can't be answered on the site without having pages of info covering all the possibility's. I know if I'm looking for something on a site, and have to sift through it to find answers to my ?'s,,,,I'm on the phone.
Phone calls, well,,,,, I really enjoy talking with customers. Some the best is when conversation strays from the business at hand. It has has it's benefits. One,  I get a better feel for the customers needs and wants. Two,,  I remember better, some of the needed info for repeat customers, of which I have several. And of those repeat customers, there are a number with more than 2 rigs, and the one with the most has had me make him 6 rigs. I guess I look at it time spent one place may save time in another. Three,,,
I have also developed some pretty good friendships, with customers on the phone. One can't have too many friends, or customers for that matter. I'll take whatever time it takes to fill their needs and wants,,,,some take more time, some less. ;)

Thanks Again,
Dave

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Re: QuietHide Holsters
« Reply #10 on: February 24, 2008, 05:34:22 AM »
Hi Dave,

Glad you're gonna be able to devote all of your time to doing something that you love!   

For those who are interested in a holster, Dave is a great guy to work with.  I have recently ordered my fourth Quiethide holster.  Here are a couple of mine:



17" 209 X 50 Encore holster





12" Contender holster

After I receive the holster that I have on order from Dave (holster for 10" scoped Contender) then I will only need two more to be all set.  Yeah right!   ;D

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« Reply #11 on: February 24, 2008, 03:21:27 PM »
I ordered a holster from Dave a few days ago ! I really enjoyed talking to him and going over the options, materials,maintenance, etc........... and placing my order. I think a fella would really miss out by not picking up the phone and calling him personally !!

Can't wait for mine to get here...........thanks again Dave !! -Brent 



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Re: QuietHide Holsters
« Reply #12 on: February 26, 2008, 07:09:39 PM »
I too am the owner of one of Dave's holsters.  I am extremely pleased with the product.  I hunt with a back pack, binoculars on a Stoney Point harness and the holster.  With all of this "stuff" attached to my upper torso, no problem at all.  I had Dave make the holster to fit both my .480 Ruger and .30-30 Win barrels.  Both are scoped and both fit great.  Kind of a rambling response, but all true and from a satisfied customer.  Dave makes a great product, you will not be disappointed.

Lee

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Re: QuietHide Holsters
« Reply #13 on: February 26, 2008, 11:42:36 PM »
+1 on QuietHide Holster quality and Dave.

Dave made my holster to fit my 15" Encore as well as my 14" Contender pistols - both are scoped.  Suffice it to say it fits like  a glove and it really makes packing those pistols a real breeze.  I ordered mine up in leather and Dave dyed it to the exact shade of brown I requested.

Chuck

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Re: QuietHide Holsters
« Reply #14 on: February 29, 2008, 01:45:19 AM »
Thank you for your patronage and support guys!!!
Here's the last one for an Encore that has a custom forend, and some options.




Dave