MatthewD Report post Posted January 28, 2007 I am about to start to learn how to stitch but I am a bit confused on awl selection. I know I need a diamond tip sewing awl but everytime I start looking, I can't seem to find what I am looking for. Can I get some help with picking out a good awl for just general stitching like on quivers, arm guards, belts, and belt pouches. I got into this when I started learning to shoot a traditional longbow, if that helps. Great Appreciated Matt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Billsotx Report post Posted January 28, 2007 Matt, I use an Osborne that I bought at Tandy. The tool book that Johanna posted tells you "how to" as far as modifying and keeping the blades up to speed. More that likely you'll end up shortening the handle a bit and Stohlman tells you how. Keep your blades stropped. As far as stitching refer to Stohlman's book. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Billsotx Report post Posted January 28, 2007 An invaluable book: The Art Of Hand Sewing Leather from Tandy Leather Factory 61944-00 by Al Stohlman introduces you to a variety of stitching techniques and provides you with valuable information on the tools and materials you'll need to get started. 72 pages. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MatthewD Report post Posted January 28, 2007 I have the Art of Hand Sewing... I guess my main problem is I can't find the awls on the websites and we don't have a Tandy's in my neck of the woods Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SmilinJim Report post Posted January 28, 2007 Matt, How far from Hunstville are you. There's an affiliate store there. Or contact me. I'm near the Montgomery Tandy store all the time. Matter of fact I'll be there this week. Or call Nick at the Montgomery store, he's great to work with. Jim Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MatthewD Report post Posted January 28, 2007 I am about 25 minutes from Huntsville in Scottsboro.. What's the name of the store? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SmilinJim Report post Posted February 2, 2007 Sorry Mathew, been in Auburn. The address was in an older Tandy Catalog and I haven't found it yet. As soon as I do I will post it for you. Not in the latest catalog Jim Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MatthewD Report post Posted February 2, 2007 Thanks and I totally appreciate it.. . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
