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Thanks Bruce. I would do that if money were no object, just trying to save myself $80 if possible o_0. How small are the holes punched by the 00 on the revolving punch? Small enough for stitch holes? That's all I want the 000 for. I know the 000 is 3/64 and the 00 is 1/16, but I'm assuming that the actual hole size will be bigger after the outside diameter of the tube pushes through the leather. PS - the round knife you sold me is working great, thanks again :D

I am trying to decide between the Osborne 155 revolving punch and the Osborne 153 spring punch with a few replacement tubes. The only reason i am really considering the spring punch is because the tubes on that go down to 000. The smallest tube for the revolving punch is 00. I am hoping to find someone who has both tools that can tell me if the tubes from one fit the other? It says they do not on the Osborne site, but they sure do look the same. Are the thread patterns the same? I like the idea of the convenience of the revolving punch obviously...changing tubes out on the 153 punch would probably be a hassle, but if I can't get a 000 tube on the 155 revolving punch, then that's probably what I'll have to do. Thanks in advance. Cheers http://www.csosborne.com/NO153.HTM http://www.csosborne.com/NO155.HTM

I have been using these spools for hand stitching that I pick up from my local Tandy reseller. I like the size but buying in these quantities is not very cost effective. I want to buy larger quantities from an online source, but I don't know what size this is. It seems to be about the thickness of a dime or maybe a little less. Anybody know? http://www.tandyleatherfactory.com/en-usd/home/department/lacing/1204-02.aspx

Can you expand on this? I've struggled with the same issue. I have seen wetforming tutorials but I can't picture what you're describing.

this is a great idea, i might have to steal it

Thanks footrat! That was helpful. I practiced a bit last night with your two handed method, controlling the angle of the skiver with one hand and pushing the head along with the other. I did get better results, but it still feels like there is a lot of resistance. I guess I just need more practice. Sounds like the general consensus is to ditch the super skiver and get a real skiving knife :\

Very nice, especially the last one. That color tone is beautiful What kind of leather are you using for these? I have made a couple of pass-through watch straps which restricted me to fairly thin leathers. Haven't been real pleased with my results yet.

Thanks for the replies. For those who are skilled with the super skiver, do you focus more on keeping the left to right angle or on the height of the handle as you pull back? How often do you change blades? How do I know when it's time? Does everyone agree that skiving when wet is best?

I am having a lot of trouble with skiving with the Super Skiver. Any recommendations for a beginner on how to keep the depth consistent? I am constantly cutting too deep and ruining my edges :\ Thanks in advance!