I first wrote a different post, but after reading some others, decided to rewrite it. I can't figure out how to delete it so administrators, please delete my previous post.
Hello to everyone. I'm a new member to this site and for the most part, to the trade. I already find this site very helpful. I have several questions, but I'll start with two..
First, I plan on building leather using tack-things like headstalls, breastcollars, spur straps, belts, etc., as well as repairing and hopefully someday making saddles. In speaking with several friends who have saddle shops and others on facebook, I have narrowed my choice of machines down to two-the Cobra 4 or the Artisan 3200. Are these a good choice for my needs? Could someone please explain to me the difference in the machines? Would you suggest other machines and if so, why? Even after talking to both companies, I don't understand if there is a difference in them, or not.
Secondly, I need some feedback on tools. I was planning on buying the "Ultimate Leathercrafters's Workshop" from Tandy, figured it would be a good starting set, since I really don't know everything that I'll need. Would it be smarter to just take someone who knows with me to Tandy and individually buy the tools that I would need? Are there things in the kit that I wouldn't need, making it wise to spend my money on other things?
Guess that was more than two questions...Thanks in advance for your time and feedback.
