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I have used gorilla glue. seems to be holding this time. I do like this awl, it's comfortable and I have spent alot of time sharpening and polishing it. Thanks for all the replies. Will upload some pictures on what I have been using it on.

Thanks for all the help. I have been looking at osbourne awls and ones from goods japan.

Also, what size awl blade? Have been looking at different places, but don't know what size is best for hand stitching.

Ok, thank you. I don't mind spending a little more on a tool if it will last. Thanks again

Ok, first let me say that this is my first post. I'm sure there are topics on this already, but seems that some of them get a little off topic. I am fairly new to leatherworking but am working every day at something and loving it. I bought a diamond stitching awl from tandy and have had to glue the blade in three times. I have polished and stropped the blade so it is sharp, just thinking that it is not the best quality. Tandy does have the awl that has the tightner at the end, but is there a better route. I hate buying tools two or three times before I get the right one. What are your thoughts? Thanks!