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UT3200: Flatbed attachment for the Cowboy CB-3200
Blackbirdhills Andy replied to Uwe's topic in Leather Sewing Machines
Hi there, is this thing still available? The link doesn't work... I am planning to get a 3200 end of the year, so this would be a nice addition. Thanks for getting back to me! -
Singer 45K89 Info And Help Wanted
Blackbirdhills Andy replied to muzisch's topic in Leather Sewing Machines
OK; it was because of some old sticky oil... I cleaned everything, changed some stuff on the Motor etc and I have now a nice, slow running Singer! :-) Thanks a lot you guys! It helped me a lot and it's much apprecciated! Greetings from Switzerland... :-) Andy -
Singer 45K89 Info And Help Wanted
Blackbirdhills Andy replied to muzisch's topic in Leather Sewing Machines
Ok, first of all, thanks a lot to you guys!!! Yes, the foot was locked, and it came undone when I've loosened the screw you've mentioned Jimi... Yes; I do have a coupole of different feet, and I am now at the point where the machine is running and stitching quite fine, but: I need to finetune the walking foot... Any suggestions (it doesn't say anything in the manual)? Also; there's another thing: The foot isn't pressing all the way down; there's a gap of maybe 2mm under it when it's down. This makes sewing thin material impossible of course... Thanks a lot again! -
Singer 45K89 Info And Help Wanted
Blackbirdhills Andy replied to muzisch's topic in Leather Sewing Machines
Hello All, I picked up this Singer 45K89 today, and it has that Ring-Foot, which I haven't seen on a Machine yet... Also, the walking/jump-Foot seems to be locked (maybe because of the Ringe-Attachment?) Does anyone know what this thing is, and how I get the machine to work? Motor runs, she looks quite good in shape, I guess, it shouldn't be a huge thing to get her going? Thank you in advance!
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First Saddle
Blackbirdhills Andy replied to Blackbirdhills Andy's topic in Saddle & Tack Maker Gallery
Thinking about quitting while making it; and just before it's finished, thinking about the next ten... haha :-) I will do a smaller cutout the next time; a more "flowing" one would be nicer anyway I guess... Thank you! -
First Saddle
Blackbirdhills Andy replied to Blackbirdhills Andy's topic in Saddle & Tack Maker Gallery
Thanks a lot; yep, some of that stuff I was thinking of when I first wrote about some problems here and there :-) But I've learned a lot and I'm ready for my second saddle ;-) That Rigging is plugged btw :-) Thanks a lot for your answer; good, helpful points there... -
First Saddle
Blackbirdhills Andy replied to Blackbirdhills Andy's topic in Saddle & Tack Maker Gallery
Thank's a lot Thorsten! It is very much appreciated! :-) -
Hello all, It's been a while since I have been here to show some of my stuff, but since I am now (almost) done with my very first saddle (stirrups and breast collar are waiting to be done), I wanted to post some pictures of it here... I have chosen DVDs and books as sources, I've made my own patterns, and since almost every saddle over here is more for recreational riders than the hard working cowboy, I have made some decisions considering weight etc... The Saddle is made for my wife, it is all handstitched, it's got a 16" Seat, Small Skirts, inskirt rigging, and features a rather simple border tooling :-)... I've had some problems here and there, but all in all, for my first saddle I am very proud... Alltough I am a little bit scared; feel free to critique whatever you may find odd or "special"... haha :-) Thanks, Andy
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From the album: Newer Stuff
Swiss Deerskin, vegetable tanned. Thick carved cowhide, handstitched... -
From the album: Newer Stuff
Swiss Bridle leather paired with my friends hitchings; all hand stitched! -
From the album: Newer Stuff
Swiss Bridle leather paired with my friends hitchings; all hand stitched! -
From the album: Newer Stuff
Two Pairs of Cowboy Cuffs, all vegetable tanned swiss leather, handstitched! -
From the album: Newer Stuff
Hand-Stitched , rough-out swiss deerskin, vegetable tanned... -
From the album: Newer Stuff
Hand-Stitched , rough-out swiss deerskin, vegetable tanned... -
Hello Keith, First of all a big thank you for your posts, I enjoy reading them all and learning a lot from you! Question: Is it possible to post some pictures of the "Laser-Process?" And how do find your main reference points such as the center line? (If you have the laser attached to the stand, i suppose it's not guaranteed that the tree is in the right position for the laser? or do you have kind of a "locking-possibilty" on that stand, so every tree sits on it the same?) I am looking forward to your answer, regards, Andy
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Thanks; I oiled it yesterday; no problem at all...
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Hi there, I'm currently working on a pair of chinks with a two-tone (brown/Natural) carving. My question is: I'm done with everything, now I'm a bit scared of oiling, because the color could get smeared, right? Or am I safe with just lightly touching it up with some oil on a sponge? I use fiebings professional oil dye... After that, I was planning to use bag kote, but I can use a can of leather sheen too if thats safer... thanks a lot!
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Blanchard Plough Gauge, Any Information?
Blackbirdhills Andy replied to Blackbirdhills Andy's topic in Leather Tools
Hey Trox, No problem; your answer was very interesting and useful! Why did you delete it?! Thanks a lot anyway, Regards from switzerland Andy -
From the album: My Work
Chinks, made out of genuine swiss leather; mixing different kinds of cowhide with deerskins. Left all natural color! As useual, their all handstitched... Solid brass hardware...© 2015 The Old Rock House Sewing Co.
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From the album: My Work
Chinks, made out of genuine swiss leather; mixing different kinds of cowhide with deerskins. Left all natural color! As useual, their all handstitched... Solid brass hardware...© 2015 The Old Rock House Sewing Co.
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From the album: My Work
Chinks, made out of genuine swiss leather; mixing different kinds of cowhide with deerskins. Left all natural color! As useual, their all handstitched... Solid brass hardware...© 2015 The Old Rock House Sewing Co.
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Bridles1
Blackbirdhills Andy commented on Blackbirdhills Andy's gallery image in Gallery- Our Leatherwork
Thanks Thorsten! :-) -
From the album: My Work
Vaquero-Style Bridles, doubled with premium english bridle leather, all handstitched! -
From the album: My Work
Vaquero-Style Bridles, doubled with premium english bridle leather, all handstitched! -
From the album: My Work
Vaquero-Style Bridles, doubled with premium english bridle leather, all handstitched!
