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TZBrown

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  1. Google, lace cutter, Tandy has them, as well as many DIY patterns on the web.

    As far as what tanning method I am at a loss, Some of the materials I have acquired are from many random sources, brain tan and smoked, for period re-enacting.

    I normally select by feel. for mocs 3.5-7 oz

    Oil tan would be more water repellent for outdoor wear, other garment tan methods would be softer.

    Don't overthink it to much, just jump in

    Much info on Google


  2. Leather type is really up to you, and what may be available. Buffalo, Moose, very durable harder to work with in thicker sizes.

    Deer, wears faster but double sole on any is a good idea.

    The sponge inside is just that, you can use none or even make them large enough to accept a boot/shoe insole

    Lacing is usually the same leather as used for the body

    http://lureofthenorth.com/product/clothing/footwear/winter-moc-kits/

    Thttp://lureofthenorth.com/instructional-booklets/


  3. All good and encouraging advice.

    In Tinkers first post he noted the word "YET" We all start somewhere and hopefully improve our skills with every project

    I'm not as good at it as others are YET, and may never be an artist, but I can appreciate how good others are, and enjoy the achievements as they happen for me.


  4. If I have to ask someone at a business for advice, provided I am not already a customer, I try my hardest to find something to buy as at least a small token of respect and thanks. It goes a long way the next time. If you go there in person, phone first, ask if they are too busy to see you, and ask if they want a coffee, or anything. Small tokens get big prizes sometimes, which you will never see if you don't throw out a token now and again.

    Fully agree with this, And I always have bought something or left $$ on the counter before I left, if I couldn't find something I needed


  5. I truly understand the frustration, Though I am only a hobby seamster, with very limited leather experience,

    When I got into sewing outdoor gear that was not available or affordable about 15 years ago. Repaired, rebuilt and re-timed many home machines and given many away to those less fortunate that wanted to learn to sew. Even a few commercials on the list. If I have to ask a question on a machine I had really tried to find the answer beforehand, and really do appreciate the knowledge that folks on here share.

    To me there is no excuse for rudeness, or the expectation that someone is "owed" an answer.

    Right now I am working on my Consew 226, reverse stitch length needs to be more balanced to forward, It will get there. I usually would just stitch forward 3 turn the work around and continue to lock it, but I am sure I can do better

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