Ferg

That was my thoughts also. that is why I built my own

I have two I would sell. One is a sit-down. This is one I built for stitching albums, portfolios, etc. If interested in the sit-down I can take a photo of it later today. They are both large.

I agree very enjoyable and well done video. Keep up the good work. I have a CO2 60W laser and have had great success with cutting and engraving leather

I replace the lid after I finish gluing an item. I also tap the lid around the edges with a mallet. Used to do a lot of plastic laminate work. Bought the contact cement in five gallon buckets. Also: I used latex contact cement on laminate, only use solvent based on leather.

I use contact cement all the time for gluing my leather projects.

I have and do both. I love the look of hand tooled leather. Also: I have laser engraved leather photos that adjust the shading etc. and look pretty doggone classy. In every endeavor there are many ways to incorporated what is liked. That said: when you engrave mostly "sketch lines" it isn't nearly as impressive.

Sorry, I do not agree with your assessment. 🤪

I have old chubby hands and like to cut with scissors. Don't think I would care about the long pair but short scissor I would be interested

I realize I am old and a fuddy duddy But...Jockstraps and Cod Pieces is just about the end of the line for me. If this is the nature of the posts (I know there is a place for them) that we are going to get from now on I think this old man will need to leave something I have enjoyed for a number of years. Ferg

Thanks

You are putting wrong angle on blades. Sharpened area should be no more than one or two mm back from cutting edge. You have filed the edge at least 60 degree angle when they should be right at 30 degrees. Fine grade file that is new and finish with about 600 grit stone.

One of the finest individuals I never met in leather work. I think I may have spoken to him on the phone once but most likely e-mails. He never declined to answer any of my many questions. I wish him and family the best. Hard when losing your mate.

That's funny. I needed your response to that post after a not too great past week!

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