Andrew Chee

Hi. Do any of you guys know if this splitter has the precision to split something like 3-5oz veg tan down to about 1oz? Thanks. Andrew

Hi, is this machine still available? Thanks. Andrew

Since you've owned these machines can you confirm whether the specs are the same as the "RB"s? Do they take the same feet, have the same foot lift, etc...? Thanks. Andrew

That's what I thought but the owner assured me that the label reads "206R"... Andrew

Hello all. I was looking on Craigslist and I came across a posting for a Consew 206R. The picture looks exactly like a 206RB so it's not the portable Consew but I've never heard of a 206R, only 206RB. I spoke to the owner in case there might have been a typo in the add but he assured me that it was a 206R. Does anyone have any information on this particular head? Is it the same specs as a 206RB? Any more details on this model number would be appreciated. Thanks. Andrew

I've had leather from W&C split and buffed. The buffing is kinda like it sounds. They sand the flesh side a bit so it's not that fuzzy. It's a little less rough than normal but not a whole bunch less. Keep in mind that W&C can "refinish" the flesh side. Since their leathers are not struck through with dye, when they split the leather, the flesh side becomes lighter in color. When they refinish, the can respray the flesh side with dye so it matches the grain side. This is only important if the the flesh side will be seen I guess. Andrew

Nice work. Does it affect the sound any? Andrew

Those two are basically the same machines. There are a few differences that may or may not be important. Depending on where you are, one dealer may have lower shipping costs than another. That can actually be pretty significant cost-wise. Another thing you might want to ask is what feet comes with the machine. The feet that Steve sells with his Cobras are a bit different than the feet that the Toro 3000s have. Depending on what you're trying to sew, this can make a big difference, especially in those tight spots. Andrew

I have an 8" W.H.Horn chase pattern splitter that I can part with. IM me for more details. Andrew

Just a thought. You don't really need to stitch the sandals. There is a style of sandal that you can make that is nailed instead of sewn. See my attached picture for an example of one that I made. This guy also makes this style of sandal. Rilleau Leather That said, if you still want to stitch the sandals than you can take a look at a Juki 441 clone. Either the Artisan Toro 3000, Cobra Class 3, or a Cowboy 3500. They are all basically the same machine. Shorter arms which are fine since you're sewing sandals. I got mine used for about $1600 so it's definitely cheaper than an Adler (which is a great machine though). Good luck. Andrew

Did you take a class or something on how to make these?

Picture?

Hold the down arrow for about three seconds until you see "S1". Then hit the up arrow until you see "S3". Then hit the up or down arrow and you will see the numbers go up or down between 1-28. Thats the speed. Start at around 15 and see how you like it. Repeat procedure until you find the max speed that you are comfortable with. Andrew

Use some kind of wood or plywood for the top and then top that plywood with 1/8" HDPE (white cutting board material). A plastics shop should be able to cut you a piece that fits whatever dimensions your table is and you can cut right on your table. Just screw it in place and you're good to go. Andrew

What type of leather is this and what is the split thickness? Also, what kind of finishing did you have them do to the flesh side? Andrew

Hello all, does anyone know where to find such a thing? I see one here in the linked video: Around the 3:30 mark you see the guy taking off and on the attachment. I've searched high and low and have not see this anywhere. Does anyone know where to find this? Thanks. Andrew

I purchased one of the Kwok Hing ones that I'm going to put on a different machine. It was marked as compatible with an Adler 205. I tried to put it on the Toro 3000 and the spacing wasn't correct. It wouldn't reach the bed of the machine even when extended all the way. The other thing was the mounting area interferes with the function of the foot lift lever. Do you have that problem with the guide getting in the way of the lever? Andrew

Hi, I was looking back at this old post and I notice that the swing down guide that you have in the picture is attached to a 441 clone. Where did you get this particular guide? Andrew

Just an aside, those don't have reverse. Not sure if that's important to you. Andrew

As far as I know, the put it through a staking machine. I saw a dirty jobs video clip on that where they went to a leather factory and used a staking machine. What it actually does inside I don't really know. Andrew

Yeah, that was what I was expecting from a milled leather. I guess my usage of the term "pebbled" may be incorrect. I was trying to describe the grain structure just like what you have in the picture. Milling will soften the leather but it will also "wrinkle" (maybe that's a better term?) the grain. So if you want the regular smooth grain of a veg tan leather then milling won't work. If you like that look then that's great. Staking is a different process that they do that softens the leather some without changing the look of the grain. Just by looking at it you would think that it's regular veg tan. It's softer than regular veg tan but not terribly soft and It's probably not as soft as the dry milled leather so I guess that's the tradeoff. Andrew

I don't think that that machine is available anymore since I just purchased the (I believe) last one. I'm pretty much going to set it up as Wiz suggested and hopefully it will work well. Andrew

A lot of people seem to recommend that motor on this forum so I'm sure it's just fine. They mount on in the same mounting holes as your clutch motor but you need to get a different length belt for the machine. Andrew

I don't know what your budget is but you can get a servo these days for about $130 delivered. If you sell the clutch then you're not out that much money. I can tell you from my own newbie experience that servo motors are much much easier to control. I would highly recommend that as a first option. Andrew

Hm... I bought a side of W&C skirting leather split to 4oz and staked. I wanted it softer but I didn't want the grain pattern disturbed which heavy milling can do. I didn't know that W&C also milled the leather. Does the milling process change the look of the leather? I've seen some milled veg tan that was as soft as chrome tan leather but the milling gives the leather a very pebbly looking surface which I didn't like. Andrew