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    Kyle, It is good ! I never used tiger thread, but for the price , you cant go wrong. I just used it to stitch a flashlight case from 7 oz. leather. Looks great, & sews good. I found it on ebay, no shipping charge, but it takes a few weeks to get to U.S.wax thread from china.htm For the price give one spool a try. It's only $ 3.79 for a large spool 260 m I sure it is not as good as "tiger thread" so take it as that, give it a try if you like.
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    I'm hearing a lot of good things about this " tiger thread" ! Could someone please tell me what all the Hype is about it ? It's Very expensive . I just purchased some flat braided waxed thread from ebay, for $ 3.79 for 1.0mm 260m in length. Free Shipping ! It's most likely not as good as tiger thread, but you get 10 times the amount, for 1/2 the price.
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    I agree with you Bill, although I have never tried Tiger Thread, & there is a lot of hype about it. This thread from China, & I like to buy US made stuff ain't that bad when you consider you get 10 times the amount, for 1/2 the price !
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    I just checked the price of tiger thread. It's $ 6.95 for there 1.0mm X 25 m length. The thread I purchased is 260 m long, that's over 10 times the amount ! I know tiger thread is better, Not 10 X better ! Just my observation, & I try always to use the best material in my leather work. I just think it's over priced.
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    I never used tiger thread. For the money $ 3.75 a full spool, 260 m. it's " not bad". I'm sure tiger is better quality ,but how much $ is tiger thread ?
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    Yes it is flat braid !flat waxed thread.
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    I just received waxed thread I purchased from e-bay from China. It took about 3 weeks to get it, but for $ 3.79 & No Shipping charge. The thread is very good. May not be as good a Tiger thread, But for the price, you can't go wrong ! Has anyone here used this thread ? I'm stitching a flashlight case, it looks very nice. I will post a photo when I finish it.
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    Welcome to Leatherworkers ! Nice work. Did you tool the fleur de lis , or is it a stamp ? What tool did you use for the background of the knife case, behind the fleur ? Nice job on the woman's wallet, esp. the roses. I love the wallet's interior, is it a Chaylor- Fenneli ? One thing I would do different on your next wallet. I would punch the lacing holes a little closer to the edge of the wallet, just my opinion. Great work ! Leather working has been very rewarding to me for the past 40 years. Keep up the fine work.
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    Thank you for all the suggestions. I combined a few , using an old tube, some lub, and a vice grip, I rethreaded using an old tube. It works now ! Now I can use my new #6 tube I just received from S-T Leather. Thanks to all.
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    I have a CS Osborne #155 Revolving punch. One of the tube holes is stripped. I want to re tap it so I can replace the tube. Does anyone know what size the thread is, for the replacement tubes ? This may be a hard one to answer !
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    A few months ago you answered some questions I had about sewing machines.

    You asked where I got my martingale chains from. Back than I got them from England, very costly.

    I found a supplier in the states much cheaper,. It's  Walsall Hardware Corp. Scottsdale AZ 85260

    If your still looking for a supplier, check them out.

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      TomG

      Weird.  I just  saw this.

      I ordered from them shortly after that post.  It took almost 6 moths to get them as they were out and waiting until they could place a large order for other stuff from China.
      Plus, they only only had the 3/4" size, although they had sent samples in 3 sizes.
      I don;t have enough request for Brass now to justify searching or spending a ton of money on more right now.
      Thanks

      Tom

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    Thank you rejerome, that is exactly what I was looking for !
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    I am making some credit card wallets. Can someone show how to sew & install, credit card slot linings.They are made from lining material.
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    Wizcrafts, I'm sure you must have answered this question before, but here goes.

    I've been hand sewing leather for many years. I just retired from my day job, I will be doing my leather work full time now. I make belts. dog collars & leads, cases, & wallets. What sewing machine do you recommend that can sew belts & wallets, & cases ? I have about $1,500.00 to spend.

                                                             Thank You

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      Wizcrafts,

        Thank you very much for your input .

      After looking over the CB227R, seems like it is just what I need.

      My family want's to get it for me for a Christmas gift.

      I will give Toledo a call.

                                                      Thanks

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      craftsman827

      Wizcrafts,

        Just went on line & checked out Ryan Niel's videos on the CB227R & CB3200.

      I really like both machines. Question, will the CB3200 sew wallets, or is it too heavy duty of a machine to sew wallets ?  I can't afford to buy both, This will be my first machine, so I don't want to make the mistake of buying the wrong machine.As I said I make belts, wallets, cases, dog collars & leads.

      What do you think ?  This is a big investment for me !

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      craftsman827

      Wizcrafts,

        You asked me to define the thickness of the leather I/ll be sewing.

      8/10 oz. on top, & 4/5 oz. on bottom. Thread size 207(T210). Should be the thickest leather I'll be sewing.  3/4 oz on some lighter projects. Do you think the CB227, or the CB3200 would be the better one for what I need it for ?

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    Tandy has some leather on sale. I normally carve HO leather. I need some " not so expensive" 8/9 oz. leather for some plain, not carved, cases & belts. Has anyone used Tandy's , "European single single bends" or Tandy's "Oak leaf double shoulders" ? I know it's not as good as HO, I need something, not so pricey . These leathers are on sale for a great price, $100.00 a piece. Any input appreciated.
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    Big Sioux Saddlery, I just got Al Stohlman's book, " The Art of Hand Sewing Leather " I have been working with leather for over 40 years. I am going to learn some new things about sewing leather. Thank you for the heads up. One thing, looks like I will need a rounder.
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    Thank you for your input, bikermutt & JLS leather !!! I've used neatsfoot in the past, & heard about Aussie, have to try it. Here is what I did. First light coat of, Montana pitch-blend leather oil& conditioner. After it dried, I applied, Skidmore's beeswax waterproofing. Then I buffed it out. Came out great. Just some info on how it turned out. This site is the best !!!
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    I am making a molded leather case. After casing & dying the leather seems dry. What can I use to get the moisture back into the leather ?
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    I want to make a pair of sandals. What is the best way to cut, iron sole leather ? For the bottoms & heel. How about a hand held jig saw ?
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    Dose someone know how they do the "rolled leather" ? A customer wants me to make a rolled leather dog collar & lead. Here is a photo of what he wants. I have an idea, but I need to know the steps of how it's done.
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    Thank you Art. My first time using copper rivets.
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    I'm looking to purchase some copper rivets for the first time. Tandy has them on sale. Which one to purchase ? #9, thick post or #12, medium post thickness. ? I'm using them for 8/10 oz. leather.
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    I have some brown chrome tanned 4oz. leather I use for lining dog harnesses. Can it be dyed black ? What is the correct way to dye it. so the dye wont come off. It's going to be used outdoors.
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    Funny, I just purchased Montana pitch blend. I'll have to give your way a try. Thanks !
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