Hooper26
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This is just the type of question I wanted to ask. Using a shop-press for clicking out leather. The 20 ton press is very cool.
Has anyone ever used a little one ton arbor press, from Harbor Freight, to click out small pieces? I was hoping to get a small, inexpensive press, that I could have a die made for, to click out firefighter helmet shields with. With a few modifications I could start clicking out my pieces for way less than paying for an expensive clicker from Weaver or Tippmann. Has anyone ever tried this? Thanks.
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Does anyone know where to buy white veg tan leather? I see that some people who are making fire helmet shields cut out the white shields from what looks like thick white leather. I just finished a shield that had to be white. I painted it using Tandy's white edge flex paint. If there is white leather that is drum dried all the way through, that would work great for a future project. I will put two links that show this leather being cut out and examples of finished shields done in all white leather.
Thanks,
Andrew
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I made a helmet shield for one of our firefighters. His captain saw it and asked if I would make one for him. The shield I made had a black body that I used EcoFlo black dye on. According to their policy, a captain's shield must have a white body with black numbers. Does anyone have any tips on turning veg tan leather white? I ordered some acrylic white dye from Fiebings. I haven't received it yet so I'm not sure how well it will work. My hope is to get a good uniform color over the main body of the shield that won't flake off.
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Is oil tanned leather and chromed tanned leather pretty much the same thing?
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Where would I buy chrome tanned leather, similar to the kind that Saddleback Leather uses? I've searched Tandy and Springfield's websites and I don't see chrome tanned leather for sale. Is chrome tanned leather sold under a different name? Thanks,
Andrew
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I'm looking for some advise on how to properly mount my new burnishing drum to a bench grinder. More specifically, I'm trying to figure out what brand of grinder or bench polisher I should buy and what piece of hardware I will need to mount the burnisher to the machine. I would like to mount a sanding drum on the opposite side of the machine. I thought I had this figured out, but no one at my local hardware store seems to know what I will need to modify a grinder to accept the burnisher. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.
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I used 8-9 oz. Oak Leaf from Tandy. The buckle, D, and Chicago screws are brass from Weaver Leather. I used Tiger thread to sew it together.
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If Weaver Leather would sell the Ritza 25 Tiger thread 1.0mm on 500m full spools in different colors, I would be ordering from them all the time. I'm also guessing that any Tiger thread would be flying off the shelf like it's the end of the world.
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Can it punch oval holes?
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I was seriously thinking about the Tippmann Boss because of its compact size. However I've read too many horror stories about it. So I think the Tippmann is going to be a no go for me. For it's price I should be able to take it out of the box and sew with no problem. I'm thinking the Cobra Class 18 is the way to go.
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What is the brand of the pricking iron?
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i use Wickett and Craig English Bridle for all of my briefcases. it is alwaysupple, and awsome to work with.
Tony
Where do you order your WC bridle leather from?
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i just got my 1st order from wicket and craig and i got their utility grade and it is better than tandys good stuff. they will split itdown to what ever weight you want also.
Did you order directly from Wicket and Craig or did you go through a dealer?
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I'd hoped to snap some photos of the kit for you WScott over the weekend but I've been ill and just haven't found the time. I'll try to describe the gussets for you, though....
First, it's a double gusset. From front to back you have the front of the bag, then the first gusset, then a divider, then another gusset, then the back of the bag, then a full size pocket on the back of the bag. Each gusset is three pieces, two sides and a bottom. The sides pieces actually wrap around the bottom corners of the bag and cover a couple of inches of the bottom on either side. Then the bottom piece of the gusset attaches between them, and probably covers about 75% of the length of the bottom (with the reamining 25% being the wrap around ends of the side pieces).
As for an opinion on the overall kit, I'm not sure yet. Just as an FYI, counting straps and tabs there's over 30 pieces of leather in this box. It's a degree of complication far beyond anything else from Tandy I've seen. I think at this point my biggest reservation about the kit is that lots of slots and rivet holes are already cut, locking the purchaser into using the exact arrangement of straps and tabs and anchors that the kit intends (unless they're willing to cut other pieces of leather to duplicate the pattern parts without the slots etc). Most of that arrangement is fairly sensible, but I've noticed a few things I wouldn't have done on my own that I'll have to live with if I make the kit as-is. Chief amongst them is an alternate fastening point under the handle to turn the briefcase into a backpack; not a feature I'd ever use.
It does include a couple of tooling patterns. A fish (that doesn't appear at first glance to actually fit the dimensions of where it's supposed to go), a geometric design and a flaming skull. Because nothing says you're a professional like a flaming skull on your briefcase, I suppose
What's the quality of the leather like?
Here is a inexpensive pattern I found on the Internet via a Google Search:
http://www.bighoused...ttache_case.htm
Hope this helps.
Bob Stelmack
www.pslac.org
Thanks for the link. That bag looks really cool.
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Are there any pattern books out there you would recommend for someone who is looking for their first leather bag project?
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Has anyone put this kit together? If so, did you like it?
http://www.tandyleatherfactory.com/en-usd/home/special/44427-00.aspx
The kit is typically listed for $259.00, but I see that Tandy has it on sale for $159.00. If it is still on sale next week when I get paid I will order it. That is unless I get feedback that it is not a good kit.
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Does anyone know what the difference between the Chandler 406RB-1 and Consew 206RB-5, other than the brand name? They look alike. They sew alike. They are made by the same company, however the Chandler is about $200.00 less.
Thanks for the info everyone.
Andrew
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I’m in the market for a flatbed industrial sewing machine. I want to make things such as belts, rifle slings, wallets, EMT bags, police duty belts, saddle bags, patrol bags, and patrol rifle bags. I want to stitch both leather and heavy duty nylon.
I’ve been looking online at the Cobra Class 17 and 18 machines and they look pretty tough. Do any of you have experience with these machines? I’ve also looked into the Chandler 406RB-1 and Consew 206RB-5. I’ve used both the Consew 206RB-5 and Chandler 406RB-1 machines before to reupholster car seats. They did great on thick cloth and vinyl, but I’ve never sewn leather with them. Could they manage to sew something like a rifle sling or police duty belt leather? Most duty belts I’ve measured are two 1/8 in. leather pieces, sewn together. Could the Consew or Chandler hack that?
Any information is always appreciated.
Have a nice day,
Andrew
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I have a Tandy Crafttool Hand Press that I would like to sell. I'm located in Omaha, NE. I bought it at our local Tandy store and then I acquired a Little Wonder Weaver press. So the Tandy press has never been used and it's still in the box. It's retailing now for $199.99. $155.99 if you have an club membership. If you are in the Omaha area, make me a reasonable offer. Thanks.
I can get a photo to upload from my phone. I can email one to you.