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Andy, thanks that's what I was going to do.

NIce info here

Here is Horween Derby Leather wallet in 5.5OZ lined with thin 3OZ Veg

Thanks guys...yeah I'm thinking of the Hydraulic route too. Maybe better just to have a dedicated machine.

Im interested

I would like to know as well. Maybe we should all get together and make a run at something big.LOL send me and email at snprstraps@gmail.com

I have a large Arbor Press that I use daily for my stamping/impression needs but I find myself going towards needing a Clicker press too for some new projects. Is there a way to modify the arbor press to do this job. Has anyone tried it? I would be cutting 5oz Horween for wallets using a die I would have made.

Very cool

Does anyone know where to source cracked leather hides? Preferably ones around 5 oz and black. Need some for some vintage style projects.

Word of mouth is everything. Once you have a strong buzz about your product you can build off that. Never compromise your quality or artistic talents and stay true to yourself. Specialize in one thing and know it like gospel. Branch out and try new things in order to learn how to do the one thing you specialize in even better. Be kind and honest In Your dealings and know your customers. Be innovative and tell your customers who you are and where you came from. I have a full time career and make a very decent living however with that said my hobby in leather working has turned into a beautiful part time business that almost equals my full time career. If I retired today and put even more time into it I would probably surpass my full time career. It becomes difficult at times with all the managing orders and shipments, finding new material and coming up with new ideas. Maintaining a presence on social media and posting pictures. The turnaround times become longer and longer. This hurts and helps at the same time. Hurts because as stated above the walmart generation has killed the craftsman or artist. Very few people appreciate bespoke work. It helps because those who know and do respect the craft understand how good you must be if your wait times are lengthy. Joe SNPRStrap.com

Never knew about this. I want in

What's your feedback on Artisan? Particularly the 3200BT

I just spoke with Jerry from Artisan. He recommends the Toro 3200 BT. It's in the same Price range as the CB3500. I would like to have a third option to add to the mix and weigh all the options. Maybe the Techsew?

I'm so close to pulling the hook but mi just concerned about the feed dogs and the impressions. So it looks like my budget just got bigger. What's the best deal for a walking foot 441 clones for what I'm doing. I would love someone to tell me 1500-1600$ bt I know that's not gonna happen is it. Especially shipped to NJ

Thank you Billy. I just spoke with Bob who went over the specs with me on the CB2500. My main issue was with the feed dogs leaving impressions which Bob advised me they could smooth them out for me to leave less of a indent. Just have to check the sizing of space I have then figure it out.

I use paypal and usps. I was mainly usuing usps for customers who did not pay through paypal be cause I always have a hard time find the shipping label option for customers not in the system. I still need to make trip to the PO for international order though. USPS charges $20 or so which is still cheaper then Fedex or UPS. However by going to the post office that same $20 package costs me $5. wish i had the option to do that through the website.

50 years, Ive always had issues with customer service from infinity. one time the emailed me a month later. I use Phillips Engraving. These guys are great with same day response and usually same day proof requests too after you send them your artwork. Cheaper too. http://www.phillipsengraving.com/

Thanks billy. You have been a great help.mmive been leaning towards the techsew 3650 HD. Seems to be pretty fair in price for what it offers. Uses the servo motor and thread sizes I need also.

Agreed but the thing that puts me off a bit is the cowboy 2500's feed dogs that leave impressions on the bottom. I usually stitch after dye process and I don't want to go back over the strap to smooth these out. Ill need something with the smoother feed dogs. Again sorry to be a PIA I'm ready to buy just want to make the right move.

Sorry I had a double post there

I love all these options. Not to be a pain but everyone is so helpful, thank you. Is there any option for a smaller unit. Say table top. Or is a dedicated desk type model the only way to go. How big are they?

So is there a low cost option similar to the 441. Im looking to be around $500 -$1200. im still going to handstitch a lot but I will use this as well for making available inventory.

I was leaning towards a hand operated machine for control reasons. Also can I get that close tot he edge with the boss.

billy thank you as ive never thought of that. im using mostly Veg tan 4/5 -5/6 oz, also oil tanned leather and Horweeen. i use anywhere from 277-346 thread. Could a less expensive machine do the trick. I also need something on the smaller end too. think home offce. here is what im sewing.

Hello All, Im a watch strap maker for a little while now and my order volume is starting to really pile up. While these orders are accounted for I would still like to make some stock for available purchase and this is where my concern lies. Hand stitching the straps takes what seems forever and I have been contiplating purchasing a Hand operated Stitching machine. The Tippmann Boss is the one that comes to mind for me. I would like something and operated for two reasons. More precise control over the stitch and quiet operation since most of my work is done later in the evening while my 4 year old is asleep. Im just wondering what the leatherworkers opinions are on this method of thinking, the machine im looking into, as well as the desired results compaired to a hand sewn saddle stitch. I really enjoy the stacked offset look of a saddle stitch. thank you for your time.