ToddB 68 Report post Posted December 31, 2013 (edited) Greetings ! I'm a "newbie" to leather working, so please forgive me if this post seems a bit asinine. Bone folders.....I could make one, but at the prices the plastic ones are selling for, it's not worth my time. I'm on my first leather project and until I see how it goes, I'm staying away from the expensive tools. (Wink). The plastic 3 in 1 folders with half-circle detachable end can be had for under $10.00 with Free S&H and maybe cheaper than that if you browse the Internet , but watch out for those S&H charges ! I'm just wondering how well the plastic holds up under hand pressure when smoothing and folding. Also, if anyone out there has used both types, did you see any noticeable difference in the smoothness and gloss on the leather between plastic and real bone ? Which do you prefer and why ? Thanks ! ToddB68 Edited December 31, 2013 by ToddB68 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChuckBurrows Report post Posted December 31, 2013 I've used both and the plastic seemed to hold up OK, but over the last 50+ years of pounding leather I prefer making my own from mostly deer antler tips or bone - on the tips you only really need to re-shape the tip to your desired design and I find the thicker grip nicer for holding..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
