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Thanks Ferret, am off to type an email to them now. I'll let you know how I get on. Cheers, Graeme

Hi all, I don't really get on with ordinary tubular brass rivets, that is the single cap / double cap hollow variety. I've been using copper saddler's rivets as they're so very strong and I like the rustic feel of them plus wielding a hammer when peening them over is fun! Have spotted these all brass versions on eBay and am going to order some. Will my existing setting tools work? It seems that over here, we measure the size of these rivets differently from you good folks in the US. I would guess the diameter of the post or shank on my larger copper rivets to be around 4mm. Would the setting tool I use for these be ok? Brass Rivets on eBay Thanks for your help, Graeme

Hi folks, I'm Graeme and I live just about 10 miles south of Edinburgh in not-so-sunny Scotland. I got into leatherwork fairly recently as I needed to protect my green woodworking tools and knives. I've made a few knife sheaths, blade protectors, basic pouches, an axe mask and am just finishing off my second belt. I've been lurking around here for a wee while and have already garnered a few priceless tips with certain things. Looking forward to learning more and participating on the forums. A' the best, Graeme