King's X

Welcome to the forum Jens!

Welcome back and to this forum.

I had a guild member ask me about this type of pattern. I really appreciate sharing what most would consider a propriety pattern that I am sure has supported your business. Again, thanks for sharing this pattern with us.

Welcome to the forum

Very nice. The tooling looks great.

I must agree, nice clean edges.....way to go!!

Kevin Very cool.........they sure are nice! You're right, they look better, mine will be on the way. I will adverstise free for you. haha

By the way Kevin, just got your CD catalog..........NICE! I hope to try your exotic grab bag soon, I heard from ScissorMedic that it is the BOMB!

Just passing information on, but Thanks for the heads up.

Just received this in the email. I thought that I would share it.

I would very interested to hear more. Thanks for posting.

Beautiful..........really. I particularly like how you did that "spiral" effect under his first name. What control of that swivel knife and beveler!!! Just kidding...thanks for sharing.

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Amen

I know that my novice opinion does not mean much in world circles, but I have been using my crafttools for the past 2 years since I started this craft. For me I wanted to get things right before I spent a whole lot of money on equipment. Plus the buy one get one was not a bad deal when it comes to building up your tools. I have progressed in my new hobby and now I am trading out my crafttools for better made tools like Ellis Barnes and Barry King. But I go into buying these tools with the knowledge of what I am looking for not just "I want that one" and "I want this one." I would suggest you either work with what you got (crafttools) and then progress to better tools as times goes by or if you're rich, buy them all. I don't have the experience or knowledge to even attempt anything you have guys (& ladies) have suggested here. I would be the one that you would read about in tomorrows paper.....Man dies after trying to remove chrome. But, I will close this reply with "you get what you pay for!" Good luck.

I agree, you can't go bad with starting your first photo album for them. I am looking at our collection of PA and I am staring at 16 albums. You may be a novice now, but after 16, you will be a masterest?

It is funny you ask. I was speaking to a belt maker recently who said that he uses HO for his belts and wallets. He tools about 15 belts about every two weeks. He prefers HO over WC for belts because he says that the WC is too soft. Buy the way, he will only buy HO from Stevenson-Paxton in California because they provide him the best deal at $99 side (6-7 oz). $89 if you buy a minimum of 4+ hides. Today, I spent some time with a boot and saddle maker who says that she like WC a lot, but admits that it is softer. Now she buy the "russett" side and pays about $164 a side plus shipping. She doesn't do too many belts but understand that it could be softer than say HO. She gave me 4 SQ ft of WC to test out (6-7 oz) and a piece of 10oz for a challenge piece that our guild started. Hope it helps. It sure helped me understand quality after having to return a double shoulder of Tandy hide because it turned out bad product IMHO.

If I had one, it would be on its way already. I will ask around tomorrow. I appreciate the use of your pattern. I hope you received it back already.

My pleasure.....it's all about sharing..........especially you Bruce since you were kind enough to share you purse patterns. By the way, I completed my first bag off your book and called it the "Bruce Bag." The more minds searching the better, I always say!

I was playing around on Google and found this link. Check it out. For those who have been in it for a while and especially those who are new and want to learn more about your new craft. http://home.att.net/~saddle_tool_dude/ Thanks, Saddle Tool Dude

Thanks.

GoJohn: Sorry to hear about your lost. Welcome to our site and hopefully you can get a list of people that is interested.

You can check on Robert Beard's website. I saw that he had a "sheridan" set. I know that Hide Crafter's had a Sheridan set of tools. They also carry the BK tools. Talk with Ron (specifically) and let him know what you are trying to accomplish and get some suggestions. I am building my set, but I am getting some guidance from a sheridan belt maker who comes to our guild meetings. I try to gain as much knowledge from those willing to share.....which is not often. Good luck.

Bruce: Got a question. The book on the left....what color did you use and where do you get your fonts? appreciate it.

I made mine out of 6oz for the windshield/fairing placement. I also have one below the headlight that is up there close to 8-9oz with 7oz straps. I have never place one behind the front tire on the frame, but hell if there is room then i might do it. I hope this helps.