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I second the motion

That is so far beyond my skill set! Would you please elaborate on the thong(s) on the bottom of the mag pouches? Again, stellar work, absolutely stellar.

As I said, I ain't seen everything. Given the pictured tool's shape, I'd love to see it used as a hoof knife, seriously. You ain't experienced excitement until you've done hoof work on rank horse.

Hoof Knife? I don't think so. Have been around horses for a bunch of years. Have seen and used a variety of hoof knives including left handed hoof knives. Never have seen that, but I ain't seen everything.

Some pictures of the knife would, in my opinion, would be nice to see where the issues are. I've never done the electrolysis, but I've used vinegar, which has worked, but the soak time varies. Two other possibilities; 1) Contact Osborne and see if they might be of assistance and 2) Seek out a pro who might be able to help. From my perspective, if the cost of going that direction is affordable to rectify the situation, it may well be a good approach. With the later, take a look at Bladeforums.com. If posting another site for help is verbotten I apologize.

You have every reason to be proud, especially in a period where so many, not just the young, have joined themselves to devices that tend to offer immediate gratification. Bravo Zulu from a former U.S. Coast Guardsman.

Thanks for the responses. As usual, I tend to over think and/or complicate a reasonable and straight forward task. Again thanks.

I'm not adroit at tooling, but I'd like to know more about home brew lifters.

Give C S Osborne a call. 973 483 3232 You won't be disappointed.

I would welcome pictures as well.

Thanx all for the feed back, now its time to follow your recomendations. Again I appreciate the input.

I've been eyeing this set of stitching chisel's and have seen a set that I think would work, since I don't stitch all that often. https://www.weaverleathersupply.com/catalog/item-detail/67-725/diamond-stitching-chisel-set/pr_62227/cp_/shop-now/hand-tools/hand-stitching-lacing/needles-awls-chisels I also would appreciate thoughts regarding size selection. Thanks

I don't know squat about making boots, but damn those are nice. If I may, what last do you use?

2Hill, I just took a look at this and may have a product for you to consider. I just took delivery on a custom made pair of "rough out" boots. They recommended and sent along a container of Skidmore's Leather Cream(www.skidmores.com). I haven't used it yet and I have no association with them but take a look, might just do for what you need.

I appreciate the response! Thanks

As a hobbyist, I've never used eyelets, but I'm about to start a project that I want to use them on. Would someone point me in the right direction to educate myself on eyelet sizes and selection. Of course with use of eyelets, a setter will be needed. The below link is just one of those that might be useable. Suggestions? https://osborneleathertools.com/product_details.php?pid=317

Sir, you're more than welcome.

I'd suggest looking at their website, get their number and give them a call. They don't object to calls regarding their products. I've done business with them and have nothing but good feelings about them. Edit to add Horsewright's number 661 822 4941

Zuludog, using magazines as a surface for chisels, etc is a capital idea! Thank you for your approach.

Nice, very nice! I've toyed with the thought of making such, but there are two problems; 1) I'm a lefty and have had difficulty making a pattern and 2) my skill level isn't all that good. Again, your work is easy on the eyes and the construction is bullet(pun intended) proof.

Gentlemen, thanks much for the responses. I'm merely a hobbist but have been asked to do a knife sheath with a snake skin inlay on the front. So, what's left of my mind, has told me that instead of just gluing the snake skin to the back side ofthe sheath, it would be a good idea to to stitch around the perimeter as well. That led me to the thoughtthat a groove forthe stitches would be a good idea. Thus the genesis of the original question. That being said, I'm wide open to suggestions as to how to procede. I just don't want to screw this up as the skin is a stunning example of Copperhead.

Sir, many thanks for Your response!

Well, my initial post didn't blow air up anyone's knickers, so let's try this. Does anyone have any experience with this tool? https://www.stecksstore.com/freehand-stitching-groover-88074-11/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkomo9aqG6AIVkZOzCh3sdAtGEAkYCSABEgJqYPD_BwE

Howdy Folks. I need a recommendation for a stitching Groover to use in the center of a project. When working close to the edge I've got that covered, just haven't done any stitching in central areas. Guess I should mention that I hand stitch only. Thanx!

Many thanks Sir! It's time to search my scrap leather and do a few "trial" runs. Again Thanks!