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    I was thinking of putting some leather on the jaws, I really don't want to add anything to it. The jaws are worn as smooth as glass. This horse goes back to the mid 1800s. I wish I could get some more information on it.God knows who's saddle was sewing in those jaws.

    TOXO I loved your post. That is not a mechanical broom. The broom is leaning against my garage wall, my DeWalt Chop saw is in front of it LOL I love it.

     

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    I came across this 1800s Stitching Horse in an antique store in Burlington NJ. It was sitting in a dark corner.  I couldn't  believe my eyes. I have been looking for one of these ever since I started working with leather. I would like some feedback. What are the odds of finding such an item?

    Jim

    There are still pieces like this waiting to be found. This piece restored my faith.  Thank you all for the feedback.

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    I came across this 1800s Stitching Horse in an antique store in Burlington NJ. It was sitting in a dark corner.  I couldn't  believe my eyes. I have been looking for one of these ever since I started working with leather. I would like some feedback. What are the odds of finding such an item?

    Jim

    There are still pieces like this waiting to be found. This piece restored my faith.  Thank you all for the feedback.

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    That is what I am afraid of. If I get into it, I will need a coal forge to start out with. That means I need a separate work area. I would have to get a shed that can be used for a forge. I am talking big money already. I might as well move to a new house. That is exactly how my head works, I am sick. LOL

    Sick Jim

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    I found a Blacksmith group and I ended up taking a course in it. By the time I get done with the course, this will be the most expensive buckle I ever had. The school is in NJ, called Petersvalley.org that is the web site.This is how I got into leather working. I needed a new belt and figured I can make one. I looked on youtube to get an idea of how to go about it.Well, I figured I would only get a couple of tools that I needed to make a belt. LOL, I don't have to tell you all the rest of the story. I became a tool junkie. If this happens with Blacksmithing I will be looking for a new wife. If you all don't hear from me, you know what happened.

    Jersey Jim

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

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    Very nice,I like them. The buckle above that I posted originally sold for $190. They told me the price for material went up since that was posted.Now they are selling for $300.I always wanted to give Blacksmithing a try. If I am going to spend $300 on a buckle, I figured I will spend that $300 on a course and make one. I will let you know how it goes.

    Jim

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    On 6/25/2018 at 7:34 AM, olfart said:

    Such a buckle would need to be waxed or oiled regularly to avoid rust, but I agree it would look nice with that belt.

    You are right about that. I was unaware of special treatment needed for Damascus  hand forged buckles. The one buckle that I was looking at had to be placed into a bag. I might have a problem with that. I know how I am, I might do it for a few weeks then it will be forgotten about.

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    On 6/24/2018 at 9:21 PM, JD62 said:

    Is that the style you want ? or a center bar, or roller? I don't have a site of the top of my head, but I know that a lot of smiths like a challenge. I would try contacting a few to see what they say. Many of the blade smiths have web sites that you could check with.

    Thank you for time. I am looking for an oval or the trophy shape.I really like the one below. I say it on a site, it was sold out. They had it for $190. It is a brass back piece and Damascus center piece with brass rivets. Let me know if you come up with someone.

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    I am looking for a hand forged Damascus belt buckle. I did a lot of searches but didn't find anything that I like. I am not looking for a western style or trophy type. I am looking for something that is hand crafted and different. I made a belt for myself and want something to go with it. Picture is below. Can someone give me a site that I might be able to find something?

    Jim

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    On 4/14/2008 at 0:33 PM, HorsehairBraider said:

    Well I use one and I agree pretty much with Dale - by itself, it does not produce enough light to suit me.

    I'm not strictly a leather worker, I am also a jeweler and a horsehair braider (obviously) but I do use that lamp whenever I am working. However I found one I like better.

    It's called a Daylight ultra slim magnifier lamp. Here's a link for one: Daylight Lamp but you can find them all over. I either work through it (looking through the magnifier) or I raise it up and work under it. I love it because I don't get shadows around my hand. It seems like I can never tell exactly where my tool is when I am doing basketweave due to a shadow, so I really like this lamp for that. This one gives off a LOT of light - when I turn it on at night we almost feel like we need sunglasses! It's great.

    Thank you for the post. I am thinking of ordering one. I have a pole on my stamping table, how far does the clip open?  I rather  use the pole that I have rather then use the one that comes with the lamp.

    Jim

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    Great photo howiback, that explains it all. I also spray in my basement. I have a plastic back drop that painters use. I do have a window for ventilation and I wear a respirator . As you can see from Howlbacks photo above, how even the shades are, you just can't do that any other way, except with an airbrush. His hands are clean to, LOL,great job Howlback.

     

    Jim

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    On 2/10/2018 at 5:59 AM, philmb said:

    Hi all =)

    So far i have tried Russet, Tan, Light, medium and dark Brown and they all look the same colour - a Red-Brown colour.
    Slightly different shades and densities but all a very similer colour.

    The only colour that was different was Chocolate.

    Could it be the colour of the leather thats giving everything a red colour or Some how the way im applying it?

    Its a nice colour but everything i have is the same-ish colour

    Im looking for a  Brown without the Red but just cant get it.

    I want a brown similer to this:
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    Any suggestions? I do most of my dying with an air brush. That does help in getting different shades of the brown family. I also like using the dye prep. It goes on very easy, I lightly brush it in with a tooth brush and dye over it while it is still wet. I find I get lighter browns. If I want to go a litter darker I will give it another coat or just put a light coat of oil.

    Thank you =)

     

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