jrdunn
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On 4/29/2022 at 8:53 AM, Thescandall said:Thanks Brian. I will probably go ahead and get one. And will get in touch with you for the folder pieces. It wasn’t that bad when I got the narrow feed dog and plate from you on shipping.
Did you buy a strap cutter? If so, how has it been?
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NICE!
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7 hours ago, chuck123wapati said:i use a pencil, paper and some measuring tools, ruler ,compass etc.
I searched and couldn't find that app from my IPhone.
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That is beauitiful! I really like carving/tooling but have really never liked flowers(I know, my therapist is looking into that.
), so I really like oak leaves. Don't those high "lifts" get a lot of wear during use? Don't get me wrong, that is some of the best looking oak leaves I've seen. If I could do something like that I would dislocate my shoulder patting myself on the back. Is the holster mostly a showpiece? Just a burning question in my feeble mind.
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I'd get him to burn it into a piece of wood if he will(assuming it's not a freeze only brand). I had a guy wanted me to burn one into the leather of a business check folio. It wasn't what I wanted but exactly what he wanted. Be careful if you do, veg tan brands a lot faster than live cattle do. It smells pretty similar, though. JM2C
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Where is that "like" button?
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Looks good. If it looked too good, it could be made by a machine.
I tell myself "I'm not after perfection, that's for assembly lines". That helps soften the blow of my big booboos. I have to admit when I saw the title, I thought maybe you did the Firebird/TransAm bird. My hotrod buddies always called that the "screaming chicken". That would be complex!
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12 minutes ago, Chux said:I've never heard of "mule tape" before so I'll have to look into that, but that, I believe, is the kind of belt she is talking about. Can you tell me more about the one you made? How many strands, how much "shrinkage" and all that kind of fun stuff??
Mule tape is a polyester "ribbon" used to pull cables through a conduit. That belt is made from 8 plaits of of 1/4" mule tape (rated for 400# of pull. I first braided it looser to start with and it was 1 3/4" wide and too thin, so I un braided it all, pulling much tighter. That gave me a 1 1/4" belt with a good "body". This tight of braid doesn't allow the ribbons to lay flat. It worked out well for my 8 year old granddaughter.
https://cajuntiedowns.com/product-category/cajun-pull-line/?product-page=7 This company sells various size and colors but I buy the white and dye it the desired color. I use RIT synthetic dyes. I needed several sizes and colors, so I bought white. So far the synthetic dye has held up well. Their standard dye doesn't stay in synthetics well.
This picture is a turquois and white 6 plait(I think) of 5/8" tape. It made a thick, 1 3/4" wide belt is great for my 16 year old granddaughter. It ended in more of a western style than the other. I have also braided "roping reins" from the 5/8" tape.
JM2C,
Jim
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8 hours ago, Handstitched said:You could also have a look at a book called ' Leather Braiding' by Bruce Grant.
I use his book extensively for braiding. I learned from it and still use it as reference. I practice a lot with "mule tape". I used paracord and nylon rope also but mule tape seemed to work better for me. Here is a picture of a belt I made for my granddaughter. She loves purple!
JM2C
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I always wear the buckles toward the outside for one simple reason: If they are on the inside, you run the risk of snagging the buckles on each other thus tripping you. Just my two cents and experience. Jim
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I can't really help you but I will offer a huge "Thank You!" for posting the picture. I love pictures of the old machines!
FWIW,
Jim
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Very nice! Beautiful work.
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2 hours ago, Handstitched said:Never seen one with an oiling pad .
Yeah, in my neck of the woods we'd assume that is a "mouse nest".
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28 minutes ago, Burkhardt said:Where were you guy's when it seemed like half of the forum here jump down my throat for saying you can't use olive oil on leather. But yes, the 2 products you named should work fine.
Yeah, It turned into a "uninating contest" before I even read it. I just figured it was "whack a mole" day and kept my head down. Confession: I do use Olive oil(I know, shame, shame!). It seems to leave my leather less greasy My father in law used tallow on his saddle since 1942 and I still have the saddle. As usual, this is all just my two cents. No warranty expressed or implied.
Jim
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On 9/22/2022 at 8:45 AM, chuck123wapati said:I made a few of these for some folks and tested them a bit, my thoughts are that it is a very good blade design and makes for a really nice push knife. With a handle it is still Small and comfortable to use. It would rock with thinner leathers especially.
Yeah, Chuck made this one for me and I love it! It cuts good pushing or pulling and holds an edge pretty well. If it starts getting a little difficult to cut, strop it a little. No worries. Thanks Chuck! Sorry for the slow review. Been trying to wear it out!
Jim
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9 hours ago, acope said:Give Traditions Leathercraft a call. They have great leather and they ship.
www.traditionsleathercraft.com
(405) 265-2001
+1 on Traditions. I was in there a couple weeks ago and they have some nice double shoulders. American hides, tanned in Mexico.
JM2C,
Jim
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Take it easy, bub. This is the first time I have seen it. I really like it! I only have time to look at the new stuff and possibly a little research when I get on here. I don't usually post anything. I know I'm not very good but I still enjoy it. My praise may not mean much since I'm not very accomplished myself. Sorry for the long post.
JM2C,
Jim
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Welcome to Leatherworker.net !
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8 minutes ago, Northmount said:@CowBoyOUTLAW Moved your post to leather sewing machines.
Are you selling servo motors?
Sounded like a comercial to me too. IDK
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On 8/21/2022 at 1:02 PM, suzelle said:Welcome and Congratulations on purchasing your new Techsew!
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I'm for rawhide. I've had an old Tandy rawhide hammer for years and got a heavier (2 lb.) rawhide maul about a year ago for the heavier stuff.
JM2C
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Ken,
Welcome to Leatherworker.net from a fellow Okie. Wiz is great help as always!
Jim
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I like where your pattern is going. Somewhere I read (on here I think) that beveling around the barbed wire tooling really improves it. I haven't used them, so I don't know. It looked better in the pictures.
JM2C
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On 7/14/2022 at 11:27 AM, jrdunn said:I don't know for sure but I would assume on the south end of a north bound turtle.
Sorry, just kidding.
Jim
Sorry for the sarcasm. I did find this, though.
Problems with Tippmann
in Leather Sewing Machines
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Glad to hear that.