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I know this is an old thread but I just got a 3D printer and this bobbin revolver was just what I needed to organize around my sewing machine. Many Thanks for posting it. In the event I am able to design and print something I think might help others I will share it on this forum. Merry Christmas Todd

When you copy it use a clear overhead transparency then you don’t have to trace it again, just straight onto the leather

Major factor with the Boss is to make sure you mount it securely. I fought mine for several months thinking I could just clamp it down and it would be fine. It wasn't but once I mounted it solid I was able to get everything dialed in. Todd

I have a Barry King double blade and I put it in one of the Tandy Economy black rubber barrel swivel knife's with no issues. Todd oops- I didn't read @bruce johnson's post that Barry King also makes 7/32" diameter blade shanks before posting.

I bought a yard of the Tandy artificial sheep skin, I haven't gotten to use it yet but it seems like it will work well and the nice part is, its a nice rectangle shape so there should be minimal waste.

@CreativeNamesometimes Harbor Freight tools are disposable but a lot of time they do just what you need for a good price.

I am with @BigBore on this one. I would wait until you are done with the stamping to dye.

If you don't sell them, why are you promoting them on this forum? I too am confused. Todd

I use the cheapest one from Joanns fabric, they have a limited lifespan and it hurts less to toss the cheap ones. I can't tell you if there is a difference in the compounds but I have never seen anyone on here point out a difference in cutting board material. Todd

If you have a paper pattern you like, there are several place online to upload drawings to and get acrylic templates made. I am in the process of doing it for a couple of sling patterns I have developed. Todd

I don't run a leather business full time but I am full time self employed. Go talk to your bank, they likely either do credit card processing themselves or work with someone who does. They can get you a terminal that is compliant and safe and help you get set up to accept cards. That way you are not tied to an expensive point of sale system that may or may not do the things you need. Another benefit is usually their fees are much less than square, etc. Todd

looking forward to ordering a few when you get it finalized and up for sale Todd

I plan to be there Saturday, will stop by to say hi.

Another delivery option is to have it shipped just to your local truck depot, thats what I did with my CB4500. Not sure how much I saved but I just went out on my lunch and they put it in the back of my pickup. It was on a pallet, and when I got home I took it off the pallet piece by piece which is the same I would have done with home delivery.

For several of the bench mounted tools, maybe look at some of the stands that have 3 surfaces to mount tools on and they rotate around and lock in place. That way you are able to use 3 tools but only taking the floor space for 1. Todd

After I make sure it is even either with cutting both layers after glueing or using the belt sander I bevel the edge then switch to 220 grit then finish with 600 grit. Once is it smooth I wet it then use the bar saddle soap and a piece of canvas to finish slicking them. Don Gonzales has a good utube video showing the process.

@RidgebackCustoms thank you, I hadn't thought of that. It might just get me to the right color. Todd

I have made several cartridge carries with single loops for rifle cartridges. As long as you use a wide piece(I use 1") for the loop and make it tight I have never has one come loose. I have a sling that I put 5 loops on for caring 30-06 cartridges in and I have carried it all day and never had one come loose. I have even put empties back in the loops with no issues. I will see if I have a picture of that sling. The picture is of a different one but the same concept. Todd

@JLSleather you sent me that link when I got my machine, I was just paying it forward. Todd

@DieselTech try this link,https://www.ebay.com/itm/10-Organ-7X4NW-DYX3LL-794LL-Leather-Point-Sewing-Machine-Needles-Singer-Consew/400730390609?var=670274800836, this is where I have been getting them, I think I use 24 for 277 thread. Todd

I am struggling to get edges to dyed to match the surface of projects, particularly with light colored dies. Dark brown and black seem to cover fine but I haven't found the trick with light brown. Any tips appreciated, I am evening the edges, beveling, sanding and slicking with saddle soap then dying. Thank you for any tips. Todd

Basket stamping, I have to really talk to myself along the edges especially if the object is not perfectly square. More often then not I end up putting an impression where I don't want it. I also second the no response to help/advice offered. If I try once to help and there is no response back(positive or negative) then I just pass on by the next time that individual is asking. I don't see that as much on this board as I do on other social media platforms. Todd

If it’s a pattern I have downloaded or can scan I print it onto the clear overhead transparencies and trace it with a stylus. I get pretty much unlimited use out of them.

Looks good!

The heavy brown paper they sell at home improvement stores for protecting the floor during renovations works good too. It is not as stiff as manilla folders but it comes in rolls 3 feet wide so no piecing together. Todd