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Thank you, @PastorBob. Clearing the cache may have completely solved the problem. Pages are loading faster now. I use Chrome on multiple devices and hadn't considered that the shared cache might be slowing them all for this site. Other sites that I frequent aren't showing a lag but maybe they will be even quicker now that I've cleaned up the cache.

I do like inlays. Something to try is skive down the edge (from the inside) around the inlay, so there is less of a lip.

I use Satin Sheen by itself or Super Sheen then knock it down with sheep's wool instead of steel wool. Seems to work well.

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Hey everyone, I’ve been working on improving my leather braiding techniques, especially with kangaroo hide, and recently completed a brown–red 16-plait snake whip. I’m trying to refine tapering, plait symmetry, and handle reinforcement, and thought this community might have some experienced eyes for feedback. I’ve been studying different braiding methods, core building techniques, and how to get the cleanest transitions. If anyone here specializes in whip-making or braiding, I’d really appreciate advice or critique. I’ve shared more of my work and built on my profile as well. Thanks in advance — always learning!

@chuck123wapati as i am typing, I can see and hear a combine harvesting canola on the other side of my neighbours property. The whine of the turbo is quite audible its a ' New Holland ' I think . They've just turned the massive spot lights on, it's getting dark now. There's already been a few B double semis full of canola drive past my house . Quite a sight to see at this time of year The harvesting wont be finished until later tonight. Needless to say, I only use canola oil in all of my cooking 👍 HS

Thanks for sharing Chuck!

Finished the sheath.

Moved your post to Wanted located in the Marketplace area.

This gooseneck may be a good replacement: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014LR1BEQ You can put whatever bulb you want in it. I've been using these, but are NOT bright enough: https://www.amazon.com/Machine-Magnetic-Flexible-Silicone-Workbench/dp/B0FJ7KW154

3 years ago, I took this machine to a technician and he did a horrendous job, he even broke the revolving bush handle somehow. he also had the audacity to use something similar to J-B Weld Plastic Bonder to replicate the tip of the needle bar. needless to say it completely shattered the first time I used the machine. he also used a hose clamp as a stitch regulator. at the time I just gave up on this machine because I already had a singer 29k and didn't need another one, now I do need it but can't find parts for it anywhere. can anybody please help me? AFAIK I need a bobbin case, stitch regulator, revolving bush handle and that tip of the needle bar where you put the needle in, I have no idea how it's called.

I don't know the correct name of this part in english but I need to replace it and I can't find anybody that sells it in my country so I'm looking to buy it online from the US, europe or china. can't google it because I don't know how it's called. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/380810963466 This is what I've found but I need number 5, not 7.

Thanks KillDevilBill. The client decided to just go with a simple notebook cover for now since he couldn’t decide on the size of the folio to hold his everyday items! lol But I'd still like to make a pen case(s). Are you thinking to make one too?

You scratched an itch dikman, well done.

Tried a window/reveal/inside edge. Not sure I'm getting enough out of it to try again, though I do like the layered/windowed look (applique?)

Thanks for the kind words folks.

Leave it with a natural finish, use a good outdoor boot dressing like Fiebings golden mink oil or some such. That's all I ever use on my holsters.

Outstanding! That hammer now starts life anew. That's some beautiful work.

You can use a VFD (variable frequency drive) to convert single phase to 3 phase.

Thanks folks. I've thought of trying the steel wool or such. I use 50/50 pretty much anyway. Haven't thought of talc. Good ideas.

Singer never made service manuals for any of their machines,if you need service they would send their factory trained techs to you.So the closest you can get is thei one for a similar Juki 158. Juki 158 operators manual.pdf

You can also add varying amount of talc into resolene which will give varying degrees of mattness. Talc added to any paint or varnish in small-ish amounts acts as a matting agent

There are a couple way to do this. 1. Resolene/water 1:1. Do a couple coats then put some type of wax over that. It'll soften the shine but it doesn't stay, they would have to wax it every so often. 2. Resolene/water 1:1. Do a couple coats let it cure 24 hours. Add a 3rd coat and lightly knock it down with either #0000 steel wool or a Magic Eraser. Again you have to do this lightly 3. Go with a different finish like Satin sheen.

I used to use Tandy's Satin Sheen. Looking on their website now, I see Eco-Flo Satin Sheen. It appears to be the same product, but I am not certain. Probably is though. Not completely Matte but low-sheen. Instead, you could use Neutral shoe polish. With shoe polish, the customer can touch-up their holster easily. https://tandyleather.com/products/eco-flo-satin-shene?_pos=1&_sid=88e6f60ec&_ss=r

Try a final buffing with talcum powder