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I would also like to know if I can use it "rough out", to get a more "suede" look, any disadvantage to do that ? Thanks again

Does somebody have a tricks for burnishing Latigo ? I heard about Tokonole, and rubbing with canvas.. And what about just leaving the edge like it is after the cut ? Any potential problem ? I was thinking using this 3mm stitching chisel, and some 0.6mm Ritza Tiger thread, make sense ? https://tandyleather.ca/collections/tools/products/88043-535-pro-line-diamond-stitching-chisels?variant=33548993265795

Sorry, I mean no dye or paint, just burnished

Thanks. My goal is to have a nice burnished edge without any paint. I like the "raw" but finished look (for nato strap). Yes, Tormach are very good tbh. The 440 is the smaller one but I mill titanium and stainless without any problem. Low HP but very rigid machine.

Thanks ! I will try that. Maybe try putting the strap between two pieces of wood, my latigo is very soft. The Datron is one of my dream machine. I have a small Tormach 440, nothing amazing but very happy with it. I'm currently working on the CAD and I will make a new thread soon to show the process and my beginner leather work lol. Thanks

Hi! So I would like to make some Nato strap. I was looking for good leather and bough these: https://www.oaleathersupply.com/products/horween-leather-jet-black-dublin-3-3-5oz https://www.oaleathersupply.com/products/rawlings-tennessee-tanning-co-bison-brown-latigo-3-4oz (And also some Wickett & Craig - Black harness - veg tan) The reason I choose the Horween and the Rawlings, Latigo tan, is to have a supple leather. I also read Latigo tan can tolerate sweat and humidity very well. They are very soft and pleasant to the touch. I'm wondering if you think it's a good choice ? My second question is; how I can finish the edge ? I did some edge finishing in the past but with thick veg tan, never on thin and supple leather. Probably gonna have some question about hand stitching but I will start by reading other post first. I have a small CNC mill in my basement and will design and machine my buckle, tell me if you will like to see the making process. Thank you !!

Hi guys. I'm a CNC machinist and gunsmith from Canada. I'm also a watch enthusiast and I would like to start a little brand of Nato strap, and design/machine my own buckle. I did a little bit of leather work couple years ago but I never make any strap and I have a couple of question so I will start a new thread for that. Thank you and happy to learn from you.