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Thanks everyone! They are very sittable. I have them in the field and they hold up well.

Thanks, Bruce!

What do you think?

If you buy it from Springfield, you could ask them to split it, otherwise you'll need to find a local shop with a splitter or buy a cheap one and do it yourself.

Hiya all! The next class is coming soon! Here are the details: ***** ONLINE CLASS ANNOUNCEMENT - November 29, 2014 1:00PM Central Standard time***** Al Stohlman award winner, Chan Geer will be joining Learn Leather to teach his techniques for carving various elements of the Sheridan style of floral tooling. Chan will cover several leaf types, flowers and stem work in this training in addition to insights into his carving techniques. Students will be provided with an original checkbook pattern to study and carve at their leisure following the class. Students will also receive a link to the class for extended study once the class is finished. Please join Chan and Learn Leather for this exciting class! As always, classes are $20.00 per student. REGISTER HERE https://attendee.gototraining.com/r/573893754676958466 Registration Al Stohlman award winner, Chan Geer will be joining Learn Leather to teach his techniques for carving various elements of the Sheridan style of floral tooling. Chan will cover several leaf types, flowers and stem work in this training in addition to insights into his carving techniques. Students wil… ATTENDEE.GOTOTRAINING.COM

The class was not cancelled, however I am inquiring with the service provider to see if there was some sort of glitch. Several people had trouble although there were almost 30 in class today who didn't have any trouble. Please contact me via email and I will provide you a solution.

August's On-Line class will feature Chris Slickbald Andre, a multiple winner of the World Leather Debut competition, teaching you the essentials of operating your Cobra Class 4 stitcher or clone. See the course description below for details. As always, the class is $20.00, and this is one that can benefit anyone who uses a stitcher. As a winner at Sheridan, Chris can provide insight into how to stitch using your machine to pass muster in competition or to improve the production work coming out of our shop! Please register early as this class is limited to 100 seats, and as always, thank you for your continued support! Please register for Cobra Class 4 Essentials on Saturday, August 23, 2014 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT at: https://attendee.gototraining.com/r/4525192196638504961 Multiple Sheridan First place winner Chris "Slickbald" Andre will teach you the essential skills and knowledge needed to effectively operate your Cobra Class 4 (and clones). Some of the many topics covered will be basic set up and tensioning, cleaning, needle/thread selection, which plate/foot combinations to use and a stitching tutorial. As a bonus, Chris will show you how to stitch bullet loops for gun belts, slings, etc. Don't miss this chance to get comfortable with the intimidating beast in your shop! After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the training. Registration Multiple Sheridan First place winner Chris "Slickbald" Andre will teach you the essential skills and knowledge needed to effectively operate your Cobra Class 4 (and clones). Some of the many topics covered will be basic set up and tensioning, cleaning, needle/thread selection, which plate/foot combi… ATTENDEE.GOTOTRAINING.COM

200 plus shipping etc seems like a good deal to me. Those are generally more expensive than that.

I can't make the times perfect for the entire world, but there will be a video recording for this exact reason.

Agreed, guys. Spread the word!

Ok, it's official. Paul Zalesak will be teaching his next class, Swivel Knife Tune Up, on July 26, 2014. See the registration information below for details and as always, ask if you have any questions. Please register for Swivel Knife Tune Up on Saturday, July 26, 2014 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT at: https://attendee.gototraining.com/r/5437019387902097410 In this class, Paul Zalesak will discuss sharpening, adjustments and performance of the swivel knife. Learn how to keep your knife in tip top shape and how to make your knife perform at its best. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the training. Registration In this class, Paul Zalesak will discuss sharpening, adjustments and performance of the swivel knife. Learn how to keep your knife in tip top shape and how to make your knife perform at its best. ATTENDEE.GOTOTRAINING.COM

Thats looking really sweet. How many holes do you have in that ?

I love the idea of this as a project, and I can't wait to see it finished. I hear you on the solid block idea. Seems like it would be a lot less work, even if it lacks some of the cool factor.

I want to say thank you to everyone who attended this class. It was out biggest yet, and it was a huge success! Stay tuned for more great instructors and classes!

Nice first project, and welcome!

AMEN, Jo!

I agree with Sam. I just spoke to the owners of the company you clearly copied from and their opinion is that you should give credit where its due. You admit that you took the design from the internet, but you've clearly not considered the impact of copying one of the most unique designs out there (X2) and then posting it on a forum in a vary small community of leatherworkers. I also own several of their knives, and think they are some of the best people out there. While you have copied the shape, I doubt you have been able to copy the quality at the price you've offered them at. Yours are pretty, but thats because the overall design is pretty. You should call Paul and apologize for the blatant rip off. We all understand that imitation is a form of flattery, and that these knives look cool, but have a heart and don't undercut someone in the industry with their own design.

Hey gang, Just a reminder that Paul Zalesak of Leather Wranglers will be teaching a swivel knife finesse class on-line next weekend, May 31, 2014 and 1:00 PM CST. If you want to learn from one of the industries most talented knife makers, and a great leatherworker in his own right, this class shouldn't be missed. There will be a video available for this class, but in order to access it, you will need to register prior to the date of the class. Paul Zalesak, of Leather Wrangler's ( http://www.leatherwranglers.com/about.html ) will be teaching Swivel Knife Finesse on May 31, 2014, at 1:00 PM CST. In this class, Paul will discuss swivel techniques for carving and for decorative cuts, and demonstrate how to properly execute both kinds of cuts. Please register for Paul Zalesak Swivel Knife Finesse on Saturday, May 31, 2014 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT at: https://attendee.got...264170279143681 After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the training. Thanks for your support! Mike

Hey gang, Just a reminder that Paul Zalesak of Leather Wranglers will be teaching a swivel knife finesse class on-line next weekend, May 31, 2014 and 1:00 PM CST. If you want to learn from one of the industries most talented knife makers, and a great leatherworker in his own right, this class shouldn't be missed. There will be a video available for this class, but in order to access it, you will need to register prior to the date of the class. Paul Zalesak, of Leather Wrangler's ( http://www.leatherwranglers.com/about.html ) will be teaching Swivel Knife Finesse on May 31, 2014, at 1:00 PM CST. In this class, Paul will discuss swivel techniques for carving and for decorative cuts, and demonstrate how to properly execute both kinds of cuts. Please register for Paul Zalesak Swivel Knife Finesse on Saturday, May 31, 2014 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT at: https://attendee.got...264170279143681 After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the training. Thanks for your support! Mike

Chris, your work is inspiring as always....

That is a great workspace!

Agreed. Good service is awesome.

Thanks Papaw! I really appreciate the feedback! To all of you who have requested to join the LADG page, please resubmit your requests as I was out of the country last week. I will add you asap. Stay tuned, I'm hoping to see the website soon and there are more exciting developments coming in the classes. Next up is Swivel Knife finesse with Paul Zalesak from LeatherWranglers.com! Thanks again! Mike

I use this finish and its my go to finish. Bee Natural makes a variety of products, RTC just being one of them.

One week until Bob Beard's online class!