splinters
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Down to choices now for the pricking or stitching irons, either Crimson Hide or KS Blade. Then, do I want to start with 6 spi (4 mm) or 5 spi (5 mm)? Need to decide which of either size I would find the most useful as my starter irons. Decisions, decisions...…..
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Alright, I’ve added him to my watch list. Thanks.
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Well, I do think Nigel has turned my head. I see now why you have an interest in the Crimson Hide stitching irons. I sure like the way Armitage presents his material and will be returning to his videos. Was looking through his gallery too. Beautiful work!
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Alright bikermutt07, thanks for the heads up on Crimson Hide. I'll sure check out their pricking irons. If I learn nothing else in this return to leather work saddle stitching is at the top of my list for learning to do well. The symmetry of the stitch and beauty that some of you do is something to behold IMO. Hope I can get there too. It's one of the reasons I don't mind spending the extra wampum for tools that I think will help me get there. Update: Have now found Nigel Armitage's "Pricking Iron Review Part 11 Crimson Hides". So, off to watch that video now.
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Hi zuludog, You are correct that is a lacing chisel. I was looking for a diamond pricking iron but they were not in stock where I was shopping. So, still searching for a good pricking iron though but have discovered KS Blade Punch / Pricking Irons that really have my interest and consideration. A bit on the dear side but after the Barry King awl set...…… Ran across a review by Nigel Armitage who had very good things to say about them. BTW, the angle the awl is in in the photo makes it appear as round but is in fact a diamond shaped blade. The KS Pricking Irons are custom to your selection in metric sizes and number of prongs. They're made in South Korea so takes a couple of weeks to receive. Following is a photo of one of the KS diamond irons. I appreciate you checking out the post and your input. Many thanks.
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bikermutt07, thanks for taking a look. Off and running now.
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Thought you all may like to see the results of my practice using the C.S. Osborne tool to mark my stitch line. Pictured are all the tools I used today. Some items arrived yesterday so I put those to work along with some tiger thread that I just learned of reading through the forum. The small hammer I used for tapping down the stitches. A bit small but the only flat head hammer I have. This was my third practice session today and next I'll try linen thread that I'm more familiar with. The post is a thanks to you all for the help with my struggle trying to use a stitch groover for establishing the stitch line. Anyway, the practice has now been a pleasure and I think I maybe be able to learn to do an acceptable saddle stitch if I keep at it. Yes, I did get extravagant on the BK awl but I love it. Sharp, sharp ( ask me how I know ) plus like the changeability for different blades. Now, I'll have to be serious about staying with it!
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Yes, I agree about cleaning it up. I'll need to do some research on that. Wish I could remember where and when I got it. Love old tools. It's from some of my original kit I think. I'm really enjoying trying to get started again.
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Knew I had an old Osborne wing divider that uses interchangeable tips. Those tips include a point tip, and also groove tips. Inserted the point tip and gave it a try for scribing a piece of scrap dry leather. With a little practice I do believe this old girl is going to make my day. Maybe I should try cleaning it up a bit. I picked this tool up way back when...……. but don't know from where. Out to the shop to do some serious practicing now marking and stitching. Thanks again gents.
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Quick question. When marking your stitch line with dividers do you normally dampen the leather before the scribe? I'll try it both ways today as I practice but thought I would check to see what the consensus maybe.
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Love this forum. I have a twist in my knickers about getting a thread groover so started a search this evening. I shall now contain myself and tomorrow start practicing with a set of dividers that I have in my kit to mark my sewing line. Grand. I spent some time on practicing saddle stitching this afternoon and almost went around the bend trying to cut a groove in the practice piece with an old groover when I came to my senses and said why don’t you go to Leatherworker and see what folks suggest. Thanks again to all of you Patrick
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Sticking with chisels instead of pricking irons...
splinters replied to scrapyarddog's topic in Leatherwork Conversation
I like this approach but having no experience I’ll decide what works for me after some practice sessions which I’ll incorporate with getting up to speed with saddle stitching practice too. Back in the day I first started learning we only used overstitch wheels and an awl to accomplish the mission. (Long before the Internet and I had not heard of pricking irons in those days.) Just starting up again after a lay off and looking forward to joining you all again even though I’m long over the hill...... lol. -
Thanks for taking the time. Looking at the BK awl lengths that are available, they start at 1 1/2". So, I think I'll start with that blade and go from there.
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Thanks plinkercases for the reply. An article I was reading last night suggested an awl blade length of 57mm (2 1/4”) could be used for most work. I follow the Al Stohlman method for hand sewing so would like to be in the ball park for my first blade length to try and then possible purchase of different lengths as my experience develops.
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Thinking seriously about getting a quality awl but wondering what length of blade you all use for general work, holsters, belts and then wallets?
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Man, I’m sure observant…… LOL "Observation is 9/10 of the law." Thanks Jeff.
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Alright. Thanks Jeff. I'll go with your dimensions. LOL..…. I'll see if I can locate the companies you mentioned. Thanks again. P.S. Found Texas Custom Dies, Inc.
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About to get started again, after a long absence, building Jeff’s pancake pattern for the Glock 43 holster. Jeff cut a parts kit for me back then and I’m now checking on what I need to get started so ordered some Barge All Purpose Cement as a starter since I don’t have any contact cement. Now for some suggestions on a punch I have been wanting, if you would, on the size of an Osborne #151 Bag/ Oblong punch. The belt I would like to use with the holster measures 1-1/2 inches wide x 7/32nds thick. Looking at a catalog I see Osborne has a 1-5/8” x 7/32” oblong punch but wondering if I should go to the 1/4“ which would make the oblong 1-7/8 inches long. Jeff, hope I haven’t posted this in the wrong thread. Looking forward to getting back to the project. P.S. Wishing you all a blessed evening and day tomorrow.
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I appreciate you posting this for us, the tips and photos. Good looking work too. Spotted your shot bag and I have been thinking I need to make one or two of those and replace the 2 pound diving weight I've been using. Thanks again rickybobby. Good stuff.
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Thanks rickbobby for your reply. I was referring to removing the pattern from the tooling leather after you've carved the design. Thanks too on the urethane to seal the tapoff.
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Lol......
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What's your favorite method for cutting out your tapoff patterns from the leather? Thanks
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Splinter’s Sheridan Style Beginning
splinters replied to splinters's topic in Floral and Sheridan Carving
Jeff, ( JLS Leather) I meant to also thank you for providing the photo of your beautiful work. Those are definitely examples to work toward. You are one of those that has a gift for outstanding carving! Again, thanks for your critique. -
Thanks Colt W Knight for your post. Appreciate it.
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Splinter’s Sheridan Style Beginning
splinters replied to splinters's topic in Floral and Sheridan Carving
Jeff: Thanks very much for the critique and all the info. I really appreciate it. One thing I’m going to learn, if nothing else, is what the dryness of the leather should be before starting the work. I’ll keep plugging away. Bob: Thanks to you too for taking a look at my practice session, also the comments on the resists. I’ve decided that I should get a small bottle of the RTS Sheridan Resist and give it a try. Again, thanks to you both for taking a look and the comments. Much appreciated.