KenH

I'm disappointed in NOVA | PBS - they didn't have it anywhere near correct as the "last parchment maker" - as the other videos show there are many folks still active. AND FB isn't the best place to host the video. I'm still glad the OP started the thread - I've learned some stuff today. Ken H>

I found this manual that seems like it might be a good manual at https://www.scribd.com/document/486330576/China-patcher-users-manual71719-pdf I setup an acct (free), uploaded a different manual and it allowed me to download China Patcher Users Manual71719 PDF 13 page manual. Just glancing at the manual it seems like it might be the best around. I also have a pdf copy of the manual that comes with the machine - as you'd expect it's a poor manual. Since you're new to the machine you might like to look at the facebook group for the machine - it's active and some good folks to help. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1646031288779869/questions I sure wish they'd move the group form FB to a real forum - that would be MUCH easier to read, and find old posts. I just realized I could attach a file - so it's attached and you don't have to fool with the scribd place. Ken H> China-patcher-users-manual.pdf

On my shoepatcher machine I made a presser foot with a smooth flat bottom. I glued 150 grit sandpaper to the bottom and that really feeds good now with no marks on the leather.

I know this is an old thread, but wanted to say what a nice looking feather on the sheath. Shucks, the whole sheath and knife looks good.

Bladegrinder - that's a good looking knife 'n sheath.