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Content in the photo really has a big impact on file size (range of colour and intensity). In Photoshop, when saving a JPEG, I have a choice of "quality" from 0 (smallest file size) to 12 (largest file size). So I picked a random photo that was saved as a TIFF. 1447 x 1551 pixels (20" x 21.5") saved with a resolution of 72 pixels / inch with a 3 MB File size. Saved it as a JPEG without reducing the size. Set at 0, file size was 142 kB. Set at 12, file size was 1.4 MB (10 times larger). Resized the original to 746 x 800 pixels maintaining the same proportions, and did test over. 0 yielded a file size of 81.6 kB, 12 yielded a file size of 514 kB. So quite a range of file sizes. My numbers quoted in a previous post above were out by at least 10 times; should never quote numbers without testing and confirming! Resizing makes a substantial difference, and the quality setting makes a lot of difference too. I think the quality setting gets missed in a lot of resizing applications, or missed by the user in other cases. Would be nice if we could keep things simple, just one setting instead of too many choices for the average user. Tom

The only size restriction is the size of the files. I think it is about 3.4 MB. (Maybe I reversed the digits.) My limit is different and I of course don't see the regular users limit anymore. 800 x 600 pixels yields a file around 4 kB. So you can load lots of photos if resized down. Depending on software you have or are using, you can set file size rather than pixel dimensions. Up to you to resize to what will fit within the site's limitations. Would be nice it the site resized automatically! Tom

@lintonleather according to the IP address OP is located in the Nottingham, Nottingham, NG5, United Kingdom area. It's a good idea to add your location to your profile so you get help related to your area of the solar system! Tom

This statement is not correct. For the past say 100 years or more we have been heating objects to expand the hole to enable release of nuts, etc. We heat a ring and drop it over a shaft to act as a bearing retainer for axles. As soon as the ring cools it shrinks tight to the shaft. If you look at the molecular level, heating an object causes the molecules to vibrate faster and push away from each other. So looking at the circumference of a hole, the hole can not get smaller. One problem with heating a block of metal with a relatively small screw is that the screw heats up nearly as fast as the block of metal. Thus not enough differential expansion to really loosen the screw. But simply heating to a high temperature (not enough to destroy the properties of the object) and cooling often helps to break the rust or corrosion that has locked the 2 pieces together. An impact driver is very helpful, but care must be taken to avoid the driver slipping out of the screw slot and damaging the screw slot so you can't get a good grip on it after that. Tom

There are various types of penetrating oil available. Lots of different brand names. Loosen-all, penetrating oil, rust remover, etc. In general, they work better than diesel fuel and other light hydrocarbons. Tom

@jdwhitak You've got a couple unanswered requests here. Are you still selling the knife? If not, tell us and I'll move the post to old/sold. Tom

Fixed broken link in original post. https://leatherworker.net/SimmonsHolster.pdf Tom

@McBeal Moved your post to Leather Sewing Machines (even though you are using canvas). You'll get more input here. Tom

Because you posted in Help Wanted, which non-members of these forums may post in. Help Wanted is generally for hiring help, or alternately, people wanting work post here too. Then almost all replies to the post also require approval. Moved your post to How Do I Do That. Tom

@ABHandmade Top notch as always. Great job. Tom

He hasn't been back to this site since he posted it! @Saleigh You still around? Tom

Wizcrafts has explained why stitch length changes with the thickness of the leather. https://leatherworker.net/forum/topic/74979-stitch-length-changing/ @KennethM Moved your post to leather sewing machines. Tom

@nokiddin Hi. I see your are from the Winnipeg area according to your IP address. You might like to add your location to your profile. Here are a couple wallet liner patterns that have a piece in the middle that adjusts as you open wallet flat and when folded. I don't recall where I collected them from so can't credit the originator. Probably found them here on Leatherworker.net. I trace the pattern onto a manila file folder and cut it out, then assemble it (with staples) to make sure the parts fit and operate correctly. You may need to change the distance between the slots and the length of the tabs that fit into the slots. Once I'm sure of the dimensions and fit, I trace onto pigskin. I find pigskin thin enough and quite durable for wallet liners. Tom Walletpatterns.pdf Liner_photo.pdf

OP appears to be located in the Denver, North Carolina, 28037 area according to the IP address. @offerd15 Some photos might assist you in getting some interested parties. Tom

@AMTN85 please read and comply https://leatherworker.net/forum/forum/70-announcements/ Tom

Or grind the end to round instead of pointed. Continue down the sharp side a little so that no sharp spot is pointing up when you reach across the bench and catch your wrist! If you buy a draw gauge from member Bruce Johnson, he will supply it with the blade already trimmed like this. Tom

800 x 600 pixels is a really good size for here. Tom

You need to provide more information and a picture or two. Please read the marketplace rules and comply. https://leatherworker.net/forum/forum/70-announcements/ Tom

@GreyMatter From your IP address, I see you are in the Youngstown, Ohio, 44509 area. Would be a good idea to add your location to your profile so people/vendors in your area can comment and assist. Tom

@Melross Moved your post to leather sewing machines. You'll get more responses here. Tom

@True Partner Saddlery You should add your location to your profile so people know where to refer you to suppliers. Check out http://www.longviewleather.com/search.php?search_query=beveled+rings&Search= But I see from your IP address you are in the Alpharetta, Georgia, 30004 area, so would probably like something closer to you. Longview gets some of their hardware from Weaver. Tom

@JRWSADDLES moved your post to marketplace. Please read https://leatherworker.net/forum/forum/70-announcements/ and comply. Add photos, etc. If your photos are too large, shrink the files so they will fit. 800 x 600 pixel resolution is adequate and will let you post maybe 100 photos in one post. Tom

Fixed it for you! Tom

Each piece once dry or mostly dry would have to go back in exactly the same order and orientation otherwise there would be gaps in the stack. I don't think disassembly is a good idea unless you were going to start over, soaking the rawhide, etc. Tom

No experience here, but ... I would try baking it at a moderate temperature as that would dry it out and harden the rawhide like it does leather. I would also keep tightening it up as the moisture dissipates so the stack stays compressed as it dries. Tom