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@ camano As for the whole punchers, I think I might just try the loose ones first, then maybe get a pair of rotary ones somewhere down the line. I don't expect to be making any projects for a while that are physically that large anyways. I honestly really like the idea of the overstitch wheel, especially for beginner. I was learning towards getting one anyways, and I'm glad to hear it's viable. And yeah, I would think anything with replaceable blades would be pretty necessary. I would think cutting leather dulls blades fast. I think I've decided to not go with a rotary knife, at least for now. @ zuludog I know there are a lot of other threads on this, and I've read a lot of them. They all sort of say slightly different things about what you need, I guess relative to the experiences of the people who are replying. Hence I just made my own list as a starting point, instead of asking what I need without that starting point. Anyways, you have some very helpful specifics here, and I really appreciate that. I'll use it as a reference when I'm making my purchases. That idea of a second knife is smart as well, luckily I've got a few others lying around. Thanks to both of you for your input, I appreciate it!

Hi TinkerTailor, Thanks for the tips! Awls - if that's the case, the maybe I should get a diamond and a round one? I assume I'll be working with rivets and things eventually. As for other needles, I'll just wait until I see what initial thread(s) I end up with. Punch tools - yeah I was sort of thinking that at the end of the day that a loose set of different sizes would be more useful than the plier kind. I'll look into the video(s) you mentioned about stitch spacing when I get the chance, and see where I want to go from there. Finishing Tools - I'll add an edge burnisher to my list as well, but I'll make sure to do some research before picking out the right one. I honestly don't mind the additional labor anyways. Knives - that doesn't surprise me about the rotary knife. Whatever I end up with, I'll make sure it's nothing flimsy like you said. I do have rulers, although I'll need to test them to see if they're good enough for guides (might be too thin). I'll have to read up more on the stitching pony / horse since it seems like it'll likely be a bigger investment. Unless the cheap ones do the job just fine. Thanks a ton, and if anyone has anything else to add, feel free to chime in. I won't be making any purchases for another few days probably anyways.

Hello ! As this forum section generally suggestes, I'm rather new to leather crafting. I've done a lot of research, and I just want some more skilled individuals to proof my list of tools and things I intend to purchase. I already own the tool set for carving designs and things into leather, this list is more focused on what I need to cut, sew, etc. I also have a few questions about some things, so I would really appreciate anyone who can give me some feedback on it all. While I plan to make some small things to practice, I would eventually like to try making a sheath for a small knife. So here's my list Awl - I hear diamond shaped ones are good. I've also seen awls that have a thread spool built in. I would like a little guidance on needles, assuming I'll need some other kind too maybe. Leather punch tools - Would buying a set of loose tools be better than getting the pliers kind? I've also seen a tool that's used for spacing the dots to poke holes with, not sure if worth it. Leather Edge Beveller - Is there a finishing tool that I need more than this? Or a good alternative? Knife - Aka something to cut the leather with. Seems people use exactos or box cutters mostly? What about using a rotary blade (pizza-cutter shaped thing)? Contact cement, Oil finishes, dyes, etc (as needed) And of course leather and threads. So what am I missing here? Anything that would be helpful for a sheath? Anything that would just be good to have in general? I know a lot of people here seem to like getting books and things on the topic. I feel like the internet is a good enough resource, but maybe I'm wrong? I would really appreciate any tips. Thanks for reading!