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Have you tried wrapping the wooden maul with a strip or 2 of rawhide? I am currently researching how to make a rawhode maul myself. Now I'm sorry I traded my wood lathe <g> Tom

Well, it softened up enough overnight so it is pliable. I'll let you knwo how the little project turns out.

Here's a strange one for you. I need some small pieces of rawhide to experiment with and have never used it. So, I had a brainstorm. Why not use some of those rawhide dog bone chew toys. I got a small one and put it in a glass of water. After about 2 hours, it;'s still pretty hard. How long does it take to soften? Or do they coat it with something? Tom

Besides, I promised my wife - No more esterfication in public..... It embarasses her Tom

Wow Art. Thanks for the info. I would never try to make my own. It's not that expensive. And I remember enough Of chemistry to know better. Vinegar and baking soda comes to mind. As does never put water on or in acid. Put acid in water Tom

I went back and read the whole thing and don't see anything to indicate why that range. And Fiebing's site only shows a #12 Deglazer. MAybe they had different strengths at one time or other??? Who knows.... Tom

Or 80%, deending on how you look at it.......

Well, I answered my own question <g>.... From Fiebings MSDS sheet: Ingredients (Specific) % Ethyl Acetate 70 - 90 % Ethyl Alcohol 10 - 30 % Tom

I was a Tandy today and the label said it was Ethylene Acetate or something like that. Is smelled like Toulene/Xylene and Lemon Has anyone ever tried MEK? Anything to that? Tom

I don't think I'd have a problem making a guide similar to the one on the Tandy machine. I'm not sure how that ram foot connects though. I may stop by Tandy next week and take a look. On the guide, a while back, I was playing around with an adjustable guide that would allow me to put a collar or belt in it and use one of the hand embossing wheels to make an impression the length of the strap, and keep it straight. Never got it off the paper stage. As for pricing, I guess the high price is a demand thing. They probably don't sell a whole bunch of those....so the price is cranked up. Tom

Hi Dwight, I wondered how that would work. How do you attach the stamps or posts? I would think you would have to in order to line stuff up Tom

I'm interested in picking one of these up Thanks Tom

Thanks for the reply. The alignment issue is one of the main reasons I was asking about them. I do the 4-point tipping with the heavy handle when I stamp and occasionally have to restrike a few to get them even depth. But lining them up can be a chore. Is Tandy the only one who makes or sells these? Tom

Hi all, Got a few questions. Do any of you use the Tandy Imprinter machine for stamping? How well does it work? Does anyone make one besides Tandy, or can I use an arbor press instead? Thanks Tom Legacy Leathercraft

Check Harbor Freight Tools. they have inexpensive airbrushes and compressors that work well... at least the compressor does. After you master the airbrush, you might want to buy a more expensive one.

Beggars can't be choosers <g>. What do you have and how much are they? ********************************************************************** Hi Donna, I'm looking for used if possible. Trying to keep the costs down since I don't know how often I'll be using this tool. So far about the best I've found is around $50. I'd like to find a #43 or #44 since they will handle up to 1/4" tools. Do you have any spares to sell? Thanks Tom

Well, I only found a couple of places that carry the 43/44 model and all are new. Any tips on where to find used? Tom

Hi Donna, I'm looking for used if possible. Trying to keep the costs down since I don't know how often I'll be using this tool. So far about the best I've found is around $50. I'd like to find a #43 or #44 since they will handle up to 1/4" tools. Do you have any spares to sell? Thanks Tom

Thanks. I put a Wanted ad on the forum a while ago, so maybe one will turn up. If not, I'll just buy a new one I suppose. I was using a Dremel but is went south and only runs at max speed now. NOT good for burnishing <g>... tends to burn the leather. Later, Tom

I was given a Foredom Flexshaft grinder but it does not have the handpiece. Since I have to buy one and my research shows more than I wanted to consider, I figured I'd ask those who have them and use them. So, for leather work,m what handpice would be best? #30, #44, #43 or some other. Is there an economy model that wil work as well for less cost than what I am seeing on-line? Thanks Tom

Looking for a handpiece that will fit the Foredom Flexshaft. Thanks TOm

Glad it worked out for you Tom

I'm looking for one of the adjustable hand punches for punching the holes for spots. Weaver has them new for about $9.50 but needs a $200 min. first order, which we are not ready to do yet. So if you have an extra you'd sell, please let me know and how much you'd want for it. Thanks Tom

Did you ever find one of these? I may have one that I could loan you but I would need it back Tom

Anyone have an adjustable spot punch tool they would like to sell? Thanks Tom