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I brought a Tippmann Boss from a site called Pre loved about 5 years ago always wanted one but at the time hard to get in UK . Tandy used to have them then stopped selling them now sell ing again have to say would not pay that sort of money for one . Got mine for less than half that they sell them for do not use it much just like to hand stitch most of my work is horse riding tack but recovering rubber rein grips can be time consuming so helpful for that. Yes they can be a little funny at times but a good machine to learn on also have a singer 46K in storage space also tight in my workshop when first got that machine scared the hell out of me but since using Boss and learning on it not so daunting now. In other words yes expensive but good at what can do and easy to use once you work it out yes can be pain at times but learn as you go. hope this helps JCUK

I will second Bikermutt 07 on Knipsknives have a Texas Rosebud model handle not over big at all. Fantastic tool i have lots of old Dixon tools,Osborne tools including a newer Osborne round knife replacement of a old damage Osborne Knife which they replaced free of charge fantastic costumer service but sorry to say new Knife not as good as old knife could not hold a sharpe edge. Which is why i which i charmed my wife to get me a Knipknife the difference was night and day. Terry was really busy at the time but was super to deal with. Hope this helps JCUK

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Earlier today i was thinking about making a black bridle with the noseband brow band and headpiece padded with white patent leather i new i had a bit lying around somewhere so found it had a lot more than i thought, it had be stored away for years it was was stuck together so bit the bullet just pulled it apart can't see any real damage, looks like i can use it. Not saying this will work for you but maybe worth a try. hope this helps JCUK

I have some Dixon tools got around 20 years ago they will out last me for sure maybe that whats did for them there tools were to well made they would last more than a life time. No need to keep buying replacements maybe there quality went down towards the end trying to compete with cheaply made imports hope this is not happening to one of your old tool makers across the pond would be a real shame only say this because i have read and heard there quality is not what it was. I had a Round knife made buy them loved it,got damage asked someone to fix they made it worse. Contacted the place i got it from about 18 years before they told me to send it back they would replace it with a new one fantastic costumer service. But have to say no where near as good as the old one, gave it a year or so chance could not get it to hold its edge enough still a great gesture by the company. I will leave you to guess who said company is. Maybe we are to blame as well we have all looked for a cheaper tools once in a while even though you know better. Anyone new to leatherwork would be better off buying good tools first time around they will always sell for good money, if they find out leatherwork is not for them. Much more to say on this but enough for now. all the best JCUK

Hi i would use this stitch i don't know if you know this stitch but it looks harder than it really is it is good stitch to use for sewing leather to any kind of fabric. hope this helps jcuk

Looks like a good set of tools especially if you are left handed like me though it is collection only. Have most those tools already so don't need anymore myself. all the best JCUK http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Saddlery-Leatherworks-Full-Tool-Set-/132101485614?hash=item1ec1dcb42e:g:d6MAAOSwax5Yqe24

Hello Here is a link to a sale on eBay which appears to be a good deal. May or may not be of use to you.. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Saddlery-Leatherworks-Full-Tool-Set-/132101485614?hash=item1ec1dcb42e:g:d6MAAOSwax5Yqe24 Regards JCUK

Looks good if i were you i would match up all the holes to the size on the centre hole. Yes you can tap the stitches down. I use a clear plastic bag wrapped around my work when tapping stitches down or blocking loops it helps protect your work and being clear you can see where your hammer is hitting Hope this helps jcuk

Hi there i use patent leather but you could use any good white utility leather. hope this helps jcuk

Thanks again have looked at there site 9 to 10 oz so that would be heavy enough for what i would need it for but as i said very pricey over here i can get a pair of sedgwick bridle butts from Abbey for around the same price so keeping waiting for it to come on offer hopefully . all the best jcuk

Thanks for the info have to wait 2 weeks before i can get there and have a look for myself if its seems ok i will get 2 hides if not see what is on offer in store. Have you ever used Tandys Latigo i really like the burgundy colour i have never used Latigo before so just thought i would ask if you have although its very expensive over here at Tandys not seen it anywhere else this side of the pond. all the best jcuk

Thanks Studio-N do you me for tooling or just in general because i won't be tooling the leather just want to use it for straps. I want a hole side because it will give length i need to make leads reins for horses just thought for the price might give it a try. all the best jcuk

Hi Nuttish Thank you for getting back to me. Sorry wasn't being rude, had to keep reading your post as it goes right over my head! Dying isn't my strong point! I haven't heard of some of the products you have mentioned, I will Google them but my workspace is quite small and so i have to be careful of fumes. ( i have to shut the door now as its getting cold!) this side of the pond . But i am open to new methods so will take on board your advise . all the best jcuk PS DIFFERENT FONT WIFE TYPING

Hi Matt will do the the dying reply here hope you have read about the leather in the leather section. Just want to widen my skill set with in the leather craft industry. Hopefully if i can get it right it will give me some more options. I saw that you just got yourself a BUSM no 6 let me know how you get on with it. all the best jcuk

Hi Sharkeyfinn i will wait for more response on the leather the before i buy have posted in leather section on here the right place for it so i hope to get more feed back there. But i will be getting some Fiebing oil dye. Tandy are ok for people starting out in leather tools ( not the best either )and leather can be pricey every now and then they have some good offers.Which is why i am asking about the leather every time i have contacted them they have be really good. Had some time in August so went to the store and again they were really good. I saw your Ranger belt on here good work. all the best jcuk

Hi Matt i normally get my leather from Abbey bridle butts/backs (Sedgwick) have used John White before not a fan and sometimes use Metropolitan leather in Thrapston but both are open Monday to Friday. I Only get one full day off every fortnight which is a Sunday plus Saturday afternoon so this maybe one of the few times i can select the leather myself. I thought JT Bachelors were wholesale only i wish Metropolitan leather were open on Saturdays i would go there slightly nearer for me i got a nice black bridle butt from them. yes the Watford gap you mean i make sure i get back before it gets dark. all the best jcuk

Hi everyone! Has anyone got any experience using this type of leather, it is on offer but i need some advice as it is a 4 hour round trip to purchase. ( I would prefer to select my leather from Tandy . rather than order online - I normally get my leather from Abbey so this is something new to me). Does this leather dye well i want to use it for belts and heavy strap goods https://www.tandyleather.eu/en/product/oak-leaf-lightweight-saddle-skirting-10-to-12-oz-4-0-to-4-8-mm Thanks jcuk

Sharkeyfinn thanks for the advice on dying I should have thought of not dying the flesh side of the leather. Are oil based dyes better than water based dyes? - dying leather not my strong point. As for the for the leather i can go to Tandy Northampton and select the hides myself but if it get thumbs down here it will save me a 4 hour round trip. Thanks for the advice on leather from Identity store i just thought they were a Tandy reseller.

Hello everyone I am asking for some advice. My question is this: With regards to dying vegetable tanned leather, which is the best dye to use which doesn't bleed onto clothing ( I want to make belts etc). If this is not possible which can seal the dye to stop the bleeding and how do i achieve this? Another question, Tandy have on offer Oak leaf lightweight saddle skirting leather, has anyone used any of this and would you recommend it? https://www.tandyleather.eu/en/product/oak-leaf-lightweight-saddle-skirting-10-to-12-oz-4-0-to-4-8-mm Look forward to your responses Thanks in advance JCUK

Have you looked at Abbey England edge shaves there they are cheap but not nasty. Also they carry Osbourne tools. Here is a link http://abbeyengland.com/Store/List/0/CategoryID/442/Level/a This is a dealer for Osbourne tools UK. https://handtools-uk.com/c361-edge-tools If you can't get price for Abbey edge shaves ring them ask if you get a account really good to deal with then you can sign in and see prices on all products. Hope this helps jcuk

You might want to have a look at this Round knife and look at the other Leatherworking tools on this site. Hope this helps jcuk http://www.gandmtools.co.uk/shop/george-barnsley-sheffield-saddlers-half-moonleather-knife/

If i were you i would complain to Abbey and also Sedgwick. I use Sedgwick bridle leather most of the time for horse riding tack have never seen anything like this happen to my work. Looking at the images i think the same as Twin Oaks it looks pasted so give Abbey/Sedgwick a chance to see to see those images if you can you have nothing to lose by doing so. By the way i have seen some of your work in another post - really nice work. Hope this helps jcuk

Where are you based. all the best jcuk

Hi all I will have to agree with you Pabs about the decency of the debate. Good to see there is still hope insight. All the best jcuk