The Major

I have used pigskin suede on many projects. I also will use veg tan goat that I use backwards so the "sueded" side is showing.

Very nice!

Glad it helps.

It is also important to keep in mind what type of wood you are using for your handle. The steel rod serves as a type of shock absorber. If you use an old broom handle you will need to insert a rod into it, but if you use a denser wood you will not. I would recommend finding a wood working store around your area and get some hardwood dowels for your handle cores this way no rod will be needed.

Steve, Welcome to the board from a fellow Scouter and Chicagoean and PSLG member. Maybe I'll see you at a meeting sometime.

I favor a double action. Pasche VLS. You can shoot lots of different mediums through it. I would say buy what you can afford. But dont buy cheap. You will be able to get a really nice one for $150.

I use manilla folders or binders board.

Sure. The wholesale price and quantities list is: 4oz - 5.00 ea (1-4pcs) - 4.42 (5-100) - 4.00 (above 100) 6oz- 6.00 ea (1-4pcs) - 5.42 (5-100) - 5.00 (above 100) 8oz - 7.00 ea (1-4pcs) - 6.42 (5-100) - 6.00 (above 100) 64oz- 16.00ea (1-3pcs) - 15.00 (3-24) - 14.00 (24-48) - 12.00 (48 or more)

Just to chime in here on dying strings. I dip dye my strings. I will use an old jar mix up my dye to the color I want and there you go. I will then let it dry and apply dressing to the strings.

Ahh, thanks for the clarification.

I like the tutorial. It was put together very nicely. Might I ask you a dumb question. Is there a reason for making such a long handle for your bull whips? What is the advantage to a 18" handle on a 6 foot whip? Can you get enough speed out of the whip doing it that way?

That hide looks like roo to me. But it looks glazed. Keep in mind you will be able find 2 types of hide finishes out there, glazed or unglazed.

The nice thing too is you get it cheaper online too. Plus if you have a business paypal account, you can sign up for 10% back on your purchases. Link you PP business debit card to click and ship and you can save even more money.

Great idea. I love it. It turned out really nicely.

I ususally do a 1:1 mix. But it will separate so mix it up even while using it.

Depends, there are many varieties of PVA from low strength to high strength.

Many times. Depending on the item, can be very profitable. but whatever you do don't sacrifice principle for a payday. What sort of item are we talking about?

Just the flasks, no funnels. And yes I can ship to Canada. PM me your address and I can let you know how much shipping there will run you.

Need flasks for covering with leather? Let me know if you are interested. All are stainless steel. 4oz - 5.00 ea - Measures 3-3/4" x 2-3/4" 6oz- 6.00 ea - Measures 4" X 3-1/2" 8oz - 7.00 ea - Measures 6" x 3 3/4" 64oz- 16.00ea - Measures 7-7/8" x 11-5/8" x 1-3/4"

Why don't you use a stirrup blank? Tandy has them in 2 1/2" and 3" x 66". That was more than enough length to make an order I had a couple years ago for a guy with a 56" waist.

I have a Mayhew 66000 Hollow Punch Set available. If anyone is interested in this set (pictured below), I have one available. It has interchangeable cutters for hole sizes: 1/8", 3/16", 1/4", 5/16, 3/8", 7/16, 1/2", 9/16", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8", 1", 1 1/6", 1 1/8", 1 3/16. These cutters are nice and sharp. I have used my personal set for 6 years and have yet to have to sharpen one bit. I have been seeing these sets sell for $160-$200. I personally bought this set for $100 and would like to get that back. These are high quality punches and are in brand new condition. The case is a little scratched, but the cutters are immaculate. Please let me know if you are interested.

Very nice.

Been there, done that, got a t-shirt, keep going back (I guess I'm a glutton for punishment). Anyway. Let me look through the archives tonight when I get home from work and I'll let you know what I've got.

Ok, I have several rolls of lace that I need to get rid of. Here is a list of what I have. Please pm me if interested. Suede Lace 3 rolls of 1/8" x 25yds Light rust suede lace (Tandy #5014-05) Retails for $8.99, yours for $6.00 each. 1 roll of 1/8" x 25yds black suede lace (Tandy #5014-01) Retails for $8.99, yours for $6.00. Pro-Lace 2 Rolls of 1/8"x 50yds dark brown lace (Tandy #5105-02) Retails for $17.99 each, yours for $10.00 each. 1 Roll of 3/32"x 50yds dark brown lace (Tandy #5104-02) Retails for $14.99 each, yours for $10.00 each. 2 Rolls of 3/32"x 50yds black lace (Tandy #5104-01) Retails for $14.99 each, yours for $10.00 each. Shipping is 9.75 flat rate USPS for all, 8.00 for 3 rolls and below. These are all new rolls. Please let me know if there are any questions. Take care!

That's very nice. You have every right to be proud.