Sticky
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After i've used the vinegaroon i rub some patchouli oil into the leather and that seems to work quite well at getting rid of the smell.
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Where is the best place to get lift the dot snaps in the uk that can go through 10 ounce leather? The picture has the type i need. (Found the picture on google images) Cheers Spencer
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The picture of the scoot above has nothing to do with me it was just a random chop picture i found. It's similar to what i'm building which is why i put it on. The scoot was the reason i got in to leather working as i couldn't afford to pay anyone to make a seat so i am doing it my self. Cheers Spencer
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I went to a classic bike show at shepton mallet on sunday and managed to get hold of a sheet of closed cell foam 1"x2'x5' for £6. Here is a picture of a lambretta chop, it's not mine but thought you might like to see one anyway. Thanks for the replies Cheers Spencer
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Thanks for the replies. The bike i'm doing the seat for is a lambretta chopper/bobber so i cant do anything fancy. Have a look on google images and you'll see what i mean. Cheers Spencer
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Has anyone used the gel seat covers that are made for mountain bikes to pad solo seats? The reason for asking is if anyone has used them have they lasted. They are only £8 in tesco for a large one.
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Vinegaroon
Sticky replied to Sticky's topic in Dyes, Antiques, Stains, Glues, Waxes, Finishes and Conditioners.
Sorry to bring this thread up again. I made up a jar of vinegar and copper which has been brewing for two months and tried it on some leather yesterday. It verdegreed the leather and gave it a look of something thats been hanging in a barn for 20 years. -
Gerber or leatherman? And why?
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My Gerber mp400 has lasted nearly ten years the leatherman freestyle i bought lasted ten days. Broke bending a needle. I vote Gerber.
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The Gerber multi-tool will pinch your hands when using the pliers if you're not carefull
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I have a six year old Gerber and a 2 year old Leatherman Charge TI. The leatherman is better because the tools are easier to deploy, the Gerber I use the pliers mostly, so the Leatherman is something I carry and the Gerber is in my desk.
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Motorcycle Seat Repair In United Kingdom
Sticky replied to Randy Cornelius's topic in Motorcycles and Biker Gear
Give this number a ring it's in Newport, South Wales 01633216360. His name is Dave Harding. -
my new leatherman just broke in two just after i finished a case for it.
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i'm going to stick with gerbers. My mp400 has lasted over ten years.
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Leatherman will replace (or repair it, if you prefer) for free. One of the best guaranties in the industry. Plus, they are made in America, unlike many others.
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i'm going to send it back this week
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How about this for a result; An ex saddle maker has offered to give me all of his old tools for nothing.
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How about a random ideas page? Somewhere people can post ideas they've thought of but weren't sure about but sound like a good idea or cheats for doing certain jobs to make life easier. Anyone interested? Cheers Spencer
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I tried Fiddes antique brown wax and it worked quite well. And it's cheap.
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Vinegaroon
Sticky replied to Sticky's topic in Dyes, Antiques, Stains, Glues, Waxes, Finishes and Conditioners.
I've tried aluminiun and copper and niether of them seem to do anything except make the the leather look dirty. -
Hello everybody. Has anyone tried Anita's artists acrylic on leather and if so; does it work and can it be sealed? Merry Christmas Everyone Cheers Spencer
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I was trying to get a sort of screen printed image. I think it's going to one of those ideas that doesn't quite work! (I'm still going to give it another go though)
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Vinegaroon
Sticky replied to Sticky's topic in Dyes, Antiques, Stains, Glues, Waxes, Finishes and Conditioners.
I've been trying the copper and so far it is taking ages to dissolve and all it does so far is slightly darken the leather. I'll give the aluminium a try later.
