Halitech
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I have a power fist rotary tool will speeds from 10k to 35k RPM. I usually run mine at the 2 setting for sanding. I'm waiting on a friend to make a burnisher for me so not sure on the speed required for that.
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most times I'll apply them after applying dye
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I use HB Smith brand steel wool in 0000 weight and have never had to burn off anything. In fact I just finished a batch using a gallon of vinegar and 2 pads and no issues at all so if you got it from a hardware or craft store, it shouldn't have any oil on it. -
of course. conditioners are just that, conditioners. They still need a finish on top of them
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looks like the leather was too dry to me. Usually best to wait until you've done any forming before putting resolene on so you can dampen it with water before bending
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that mink oil paste will soak into leather like water into a dry sponge and will basically make it water resistant. Hate to say it but good luck
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this guy just sold his for 600 with 12 wheels in 4 days. The wheels go for around 25.00 each new so figure around 200 for the wheels used, leaves you around 400 for just the machine
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sorry if this offends you but I'm wondering if this is just the design or is this one finished? The lines around the bottom of the anchor I would move out a bit more from the circles and I'd add beveling around the shield to add some depth
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Horween is an actual tannery and they do veg tanned and chrome based tanning. Latigo is chrome and veg tanned and then hot stuffed with oils and waxes to make it supple and water resistant Kangaroo is leather tanned by either method from kangaroo
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I've been using snoseal for a while and have just started using fieblings aussie conditioner for when I want a more natural look. The resolene, super shene, etc will make things look more plastic like. When I do use them, I give a coat of neats foot oil or carnueba cream first and let it dry before finishing.
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I would think a regular button or "bachelor button" (think the button on jeans) would be better then a sam brown button stud
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Couple of new belts..
Halitech replied to YinTx's topic in Purses, Wallets, Belts and Miscellaneous Pocket Items
I usually go 5/8" wide with 5-6oz leather for the keepers. sometimes I'll even skive the ends down to 3-4 if I'm stitching it -
I was thinking for carrier v2.0, not to tear this one apart and redo it
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if you make the front piece wider, you may not need the extra strap
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Instead of settling for a 1 size fits all pattern, why not make your own? http://forums.outdoorsdirectory.com/showthread.php/138352-Making-leather-holsters-(pictorial)
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Red loctite would be best but in a pinch, crazy glue or even nail polish would work
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well the admins have been notified " Show Off!! What have you been up to lately? Show it here! If you want a critique, just ask! Our members willingly share their knowledge and experience." This is where you should be posting http://leatherworker.net/forum/forum/76-hand-tools-stampingcarving-tools/
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you may be "showing off" your tools but I agree with Conrad, you are selling your tools so your posts should be in the marketplace section
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thank kiwi, I appreciate it -
that's 4, plus the 1 they already have, leaves 5 for that department and 2 more for another department. Should keep me out of trouble for most of next week lol
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radio cases for a local department. Cases are made from 6-7oz veg tanned leather, straps are made from 9oz veg tanned leather. Everything was done with vinegaroon and then treated with beeswax and resolene. Copper rivets at the higher stress points. Front is hand stitched and riveted. Names are hand painted with cova colour paint.
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From the album: firefighter stuff
radio cases for a local department. Cases are made from 6-7oz veg tanned leather, straps are made from 9oz veg tanned leather. Everything was done with vinegaroon and then treated with beeswax and resolene. Copper rivets at the higher stress points. Front is hand stitched and riveted. Names are hand painted with cova colour paint. -
From the album: firefighter stuff
radio cases for a local department. Cases are made from 6-7oz veg tanned leather, straps are made from 9oz veg tanned leather. Everything was done with vinegaroon and then treated with beeswax and resolene. Copper rivets at the higher stress points. Front is hand stitched and riveted. Names are hand painted with cova colour paint.
