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Kaylee, I'm not positive but I believe that most if not all of Gerry's chaps are made from top grain (I think that is the right term) leather. It still has the smooth side on it. They just "turn" it roughout. In fact, I think most of the ones on the "Teskey's" page use roughout on the main leggings and use the same leather smooth out on yokes and decorations for contrast. All I know is this is how I'd do it as well as most of the people I know who make them. JM2C, Jim

@MariaMS, I always enjoy seeing the fruits of your passion, although I'm saddened that it's a museum instead of a working shop. Just an old man's thoughts. Jim

I had trouble downloading it too. Google Chrome has some sort of hiccup in it(for me at least). Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. I was able to download it with MS Edge. I would send it to you but I would need your email. Probably easier to use Edge. JM2C, Jim

I don't think I've ever seen a leather fishing lure.

@Yukonrookie, Yeah, sorry that I'm no help. I have really only used a couple products from Fiebings and wouldn't say that I frequently meet with success. I don't really like the looks of antique and usually only use it when someone "just has to have it". It could just be my lack of experience or I'm not using the right product. JM2C, Jim

You may be on to something. I certainly have a hard time finding dyes that are supposed to emulate the natural darkening of veg tan leather without an excessive amount of red in the dye (to my thinking). I'm using less and less dye and whenever feasible just NFO and sunshine. This is of course, JM2C. Jim OBTW, Nice wallet @RascalLeather

Well, if you're not making them anyway. . . Why not put a hand warmer pockets on it? While I don't have any experience flying open cockpits, I have a lot of time on a motorcycle in freezing temperatures and welcome any chance to warm my freezing paws. JM2C, Jim

Just my opinion but when I saw the title I wondered "why?" Again, JM2C. Jim

Jonas, AGREED! A vendor like that is a wonderful find. I have found some like that in the past and as they get bigger they seem to outgrow their good service. I know it's a balance of profit versus service and good help is hard to find. JM2C. Jim

OK, we're closing on "happily ever after". I was able to download the file with Edge. I obviously have a problem with "Chrome". Thank you everyone! Jim PS. Also, thanks for posting the manual.

Thanks guys! I rebooted and still can't seem to get a download. I'm not sure why. I've never had this problem before. Hmm. Maybe I'll try the Microsoft browser.

@1hp, I tried to download the engineers manual. It incremented the download count but I didn't get anything. I didn't know where the problem was. Jim

I don't know either. Just take it as a compliment. It is a NICE wallet! JM2C, Jim

I can't speak for everyone but I know that I'm a "work in progress". Keep trying to improve. JM2C, Jim

About two years ago I ordered a CB4500 with a table attachment. The table is still in the cardboard, so I don't think I'm much help. I do like my CB4500, though. JM2C, Jim

Maybe Clayton Moore but not Bass Reeves. I too am a firm believer in the "suntan method". JM2C, Jim

I'm no saddle maker but I would assume that there is. I have read about makers using the flank area to cover the swells because of the stretchiness. Please bear in mind that I'm just repeating what I read. I wonder if you might be better off posting this question in the saddles and tack area of the forum. JM2C, Jim

@rvacindy. It doesn't look like Rustyj58 has been on the forum since 2019. You might try "The Art of Making Leather Cases Vol. 1" by Al Stohlman. Tandy sells it. Others probably do too. He has one in there called a travelling secretary that is similar. The real value is that it gives you ideas and fundamentals. You'll be making and modifying your own patterns before long. The patten for that one shouldn't be difficult once you have the measurements of the composition book(maybe there is a standard size?) and the features you want inside. https://tandyleather.com/products/the-art-of-making-leather-cases?variant=31977098772611 JM2C, Jim Here is a couple pictures of one I did for a JRCA fundraiser that fits a steno pad. Yeah, I know my work isn't "top shelf". My photography isn't much either.

Oops. I saw the title and thought Bon Jovi or Whitesnake. Nice work, though.

Well, of course it does!

@Mulein89, OP hasn't been on here for a while (2011). This is what Yahoo found for me. https://ppolinks.com/forestservicemuseum/2016_56_7 Decker Saddle.pdf JM2C, Jim

@Tim Schroeder, How did I miss this? Your work is beautiful! As has been stated. I wish I was half that good. Jim

I'd float my stick in the same direction as Fredk. As usual, JM2C. Jim

I'm not fluent (in much of anything) but this website sounds like they have a "Procreate" for Android. JM2C, Jim https://www.appconner.com/app-procreate?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=809_afcapp_kw_tis0.1_harry_240319&utm_term=procreate&utm_content=kw2552_procreate#google_vignette

Nice work!