Frank

Hey All, I have a full set #1 through #5 of J. Watt (Horseshoe) round edge edgers for sale. They are brand new, never been used. I've had them for a while but they are just collecting dust on my tool rack. $270.00 shipped for the set. I do not want to piece them out. If interested, PM me. Frank

I must have started the BBQ rig frenzy here!! This is the rig that I just made for one of my regular customers. Frank

Very Nice Ben. I've always wanted one and you made that want a little worse!!! Whenever I get the extra cash, I will have to get one. Frank

Thanks for all of the compliments. I don't get much of a chance to post photos often as I tend to get caught up in my work. Hopefully I will have something even better the next time around. Frank

Great case! A friend of mine wants me to build one for him. Now I have a little something to go on. Frank

Thanks very much, I do appreciate it. I drew up the pattern a day before I cut the holster out. I thought it turned out pretty well. I should have said it was a barbecue rig. I'm not sure if they actually wear rigs to barbecues or not but I have seen a lot of calls for the rigs. Almost as if they are for special occasions. Now if I only had an order for a Wedding Rig!! Frank

Here is a rig I just finished for one of my regular customers. He wanted a nice black BBQ rig to show of his fully engraved nickel plated Smith. This is what I came up with for a design. I'm working on 3 other holsters for him now. When those are finished I will post pics. Frank

I know Duncan's Customs had the aluminum version on their last availability sheet. I haven't seen a blue gun though. Frank

Thanks for the info Bo. I doubt I will be able to get up there with my schedule being what it is. That is quite a haul for me. If it was a couple hours closer I'd be able to make it. Frank

I've never bought or used the Weaver stamps at all but I would caution you to only purchase one of them to see what they are like. I have ordered several things from Weaver and they come in a Tandy pouch. It would not surprise me if the stamping tools come from Tandy, especially at the price they offer them. Frank

Whereabouts are you in Wisconsin? I'm down in Milwaukee myself but open to running places and looking at machines and tools. Frank

Weaver has 3" cotton webbing in their catalog Frank

Thanks for posting the photo of my saddle Joel. I was going to do it but you beat me to the punch. Frank

Hey All, With the economy being the way it is here in the U.S. and a lot of other countries, I came upon a site based in Oakdale, CA. that offers free advertising for companies that make products here in the U.S. Believe me, I usually do not pass info like this along unless it interested me. I did advertise on the site and it is a very simple process. The person I talked to was outstanding and very friendly. I'm not trying to leave any other countries out but this is based here in the U.S. and and is solely for U.S. made products. I'd urge you to at least take a look at the site and see if it is something that interests you, if so then add your company profile. Thanks for listening to my little rant on the subject. The website is: Dig US Out Frank

Welcome to the forum. Wisconsin here as well, in the Milwaukee area. Where are you located? I have family all over the state. Frank

I've always used Wickett & Craig, and I deal with Glen every time. So far I have only had one issue but it was resolved the same day. I order leather and have it split so I know my order takes 8-10 days in order to ship. At any given time I have 10-14 sides of leather in the shop, some lining, english bridle, latigo, and regular veg. tan. I deal mostly with holster and gun belts so when I have only enough of a certain type of leather to make 3-4 holsters then I order more. I never wait until I desperately need it. They do not charge your card until the day your order ships and the invoice unless you specify otherwise, will be sent in the mail and arrives a day or two after your leather. They are like clockwork as far as I'm concerned. I've never had bad dealings with them at all but I'm sure as with every other business, things happen every so many customers. Frank

I would definitely add a sealant on the belt. The dye can rub off on the belt loops, holster, knife sheath, etc. All is takes is some sweat or rain and the person will not be enjoying the new belt as much. Frank

It's a nice holster and one of my favorites. I also carry one on a regular basis thanks to Lobo's generosity. Lobo, I guess chivalry is not dead. I applaud you for taking the high road. I never guessed it any other way. Frank

I'm just the opposite. I oil before using the dye. This will open up the pores of the leather and create a more even dye job.

I was told that they were going out of business when I called back in October. I wanted to order a few things but they did not think they would be able to fill my order by the time they closed their doors the 1st of January.

I just bought one last weekend in mint condition. I actually purchased it for a friend who desperately needed it. He wanted something that was a good usable antique, nothing modern. I'd be interested in anything you find out too. What sold me on the initial purchase was inserting a piece of 10oz leather, folded over and it went right through it like butter. I'm not sure how well it stitches something that thick but at least it punched through it. I traded him that machine for a very large tattoo since he's a great tattoo artist. We both got what we wanted out of the deal. If I find out any more info, I'll be sure to let you know. I'm sure there are a few on this forum that knows quite a bit on the Singers and should be able to help us both out. Frank

Ray, I should have been a bit more clear. You really do not need to soak the wool in the alcohol or lighter fluid for an extended period of time. Both will get rid of any oil residue on the steel wool fairly quickly. After removing the wool from whatever you put it in to remove the oil, put the wool in an old metal pan/dish and then light the wool on fire until it burns out. This will remove any remnants of oil and whatever liquid that you used. You can throw the wool directly in the vinegar after this, just make sure the pan is cool enough to handle and that you burn the residue off in a well ventilated area. Frank

Ray, If you boil the vinegar with the steel wool for a couple hours, let cool overnight and then start over the next day with the boiling, the process will speed up. Also, it's easier to pour alcohol or lighter fluid on the steel wool and then burn off the access. When it's cool then throw it in the vinegar. Frank

I use 50/50 neatsfoot and U-82 Saddlers oil from Weaver. It helps thin out the neatsfoot and it (color) comes back in a relatively short amount of time. Frank

Have you tried just buffing the latigo with a piece of denim? Latigo is finished as is. Most finished, dyes, etc. will come off latigo since it has waxes and oils already in it. Frank