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    French chalk stick...use for marking.
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    Hi, I have found this in my archives - it might help to achieve a pattern of your own choice. Rifle slip.pdf Pattern formula rifle slip.pdf
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    Hi, The canvas was salvaged from an old military canvas bag - just cleaned it up. Its pretty simple. 2x 320mm diameter circles and a rectangular piece of canvas 600x1100mm. It could be 500x1100, but I won't go any shorter. Fit pockets according to "scale" and the leather trimmings is done with scrap leather.
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    Hi Ashish, Here is the follow up to my first attempt...tried my hand at making a canvas leather duffle. I still need to attach handles and a zipper!
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    I came across this guide for leather belt sizes - perhaps it may help! Dress Belts size chart.pdf
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    I have made one (using webbing belt) similar to the army slings, but it is used with your arm going through the loop and set to assist you in shooting while standing. Your stability is achieved from the sling forming a tri angle with the rifle and your forearm pushing against the front stock. Check out "accu sling" for more options!
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    Hi, I am no expert, but having read a few articles on this topic for a 1907 bayonet scabbard I want to make, the common technique used seems to be by using fine sandpaper on the leather. Applying rubbing alcohol, with a spray bottle, on damp leather will dry the leather out and give it a faded look. A wire brush will also help to distress the leather before you start applying any oil. I would apply the above to the leather before I START THE PROJECT AND ONCE THE PROJECT IS DONE you can focus on the areas that would normally take the most wear and tear. Good luck with the project
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    If this is an Australian pepper tree stump its probably not the best choice for a stump...the wood is likely to crack no matter what you do. Walnut or eucalyptus wood makes a very nice stump! I would however try and force a metal hoop around the top and as it dries force the hoop down and let it settle at about 4 - 6 inches from the top. If the stump cracks the metal hoop will hold it together. Good luck with your project!
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    Spending time with the grandchildren...priceless!! She must have a good tutor
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    Whether you would have won or not is irrelevant...!! You completed this "master piece" - so you are a winner!! I wish my skills were that advanced. I like it a LOT!!
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    Thanks fredk - I looked it up and was pleasantly surprised to see the original Gladstone bag was made by J G Beard...now for the co-incidence my surname is Baard. If translated to english means beard...don't know if there could be a connection here!! Wulfing look up this thread if you want to see how the bag was reconstructed. http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/44990/how-to-make-a-fortuny-gladstone-bag-part-1/page/all It is really great looking, but seems a challenge!
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    Hi Wulfing, It is called a doctor's bag and dates back to around 1910 - according to this website https://www.la-belle-epoque.net/english/e_bag_0007.htm
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    What hide did you use...looks like springbok! Amazing piece of work!
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    Don't know if this would help...or if this is the type you are referring to. I had to replace the handle on this one for a friend and took a few pictures for future reference. The most difficult to find is the hinge - they are expensive!!
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    Hi Big Sioux, Thanks for the info and I am blown away...just could not imagine that check book covers still have a meaningful purpose - and for that I'll gladly "pay my way forward". Let me have you postal detail and I'll send you my prized African Buffalo hide check book cover (no longer used), when an acquaintance from Texas visits in March!
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    hi, Just curious...who still uses check book covers in the electronic era?
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    Well done ...it looks great!
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    Guest Bex, I don't want to blow your bubble...but you may want to rethink using elephant for a laptop bag. Specially if you are going to carry it as a sling bag. I made my wife a bag a few years ago...ended up selling it as a shotgun shell bag. The leather was a bit harsh on her clothing. If you make it as a hand carry bag - no problem! Just my 2c
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    Tony RV2 - I am with you on this statement! The currency is not in my favour nor is the thought of importing a head knife! So I decided to make my own from a circular saw blade. It is functional and works like a charm
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    Good luck with ALL the stitching and lacing - you sure have a lot of guts. I have a similar vest, but used real thin leather that I was able to sew. For effect on the pockets I used small spring buck (female) horns and the "sides of the leather" which had rough edges. Don't lose steam...keep going! Once you wear it there is no looking back - just smiles
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    I have used reclaimed couch cushion leather...and made this bag
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    Misinterpretation... Bullet by definition: - a metal projectile for firing from a rifle, revolver, or other small firearm, typically cylindrical and pointed, and sometimes containing an explosive. As the reference "bullet" was used I thought the pre-fired shell casing would be capped with a projectile...to make it look like a real bullet!
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    Pop rivets or "blind rivets" is definitely the way to go. Make sure they have a good size flange - so they don't pull through the leather headband. You could use a relative small rivet with a washer between the flange and the leather, but everything ads weight and the .357 bullet is already heavy, depending on the projectile weight (normally 125gr / 158 gr). A few of those on your head is going to be noticed....not only in looks but the wearer will feel the added weight!
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    The concept looks good - I would make a separate holster (soft material) to attach with velcro, forming the pocket, as you mentioned. See my project in the first post above. This can be detached at any time and worn inside a waistband if your wife leaves the purse/handbag in a vehicle...
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    Same here on both issues - fanny here has the same connection as in England! As for gun control....I use BOTH hands!!
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