BigBore
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I should also ask…can these be run without a computer? I’d prefer to use an app from my iPad. My only computer is one issued by work and I’d prefer not to use it for personal.
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6 hours ago, Bert03241 said:I have no experience with lightburb or grbl
I do all my design work in Corel Draw and then transfer to laser. Theres a free program called Inkscape that you can design in and then transfer to laser. Don't know what format these diodes need. I don't think any design software is super easy to learn, they all have a big learning curve from what I can see.
looking at this pecker 1 you guys know that for about $400 you can get a Co2 40 watt laser engraver cutter that will do all you want to do and more and probably easier to learn . Theres a ton of people on here using co2 and will be more then happy to help you thru the learning curve. There not hard to use and do a better and faster job then any diodes. just my 2¢
Great feedback, thank you. Is there one in particular you’d suggest I look in to?
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I know nothing about laser embossing leather, but I'd like to get into it. I'd like to do small, basic things like hat patches, key chains, etc. Does anyone have experience with the Laser Pecker 1? Reviews seem good but I'd like to hear from true leathersmiths on the subject.
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I use neatsfoot oil after dying and while it’s still ‘wetish’ I will train the the leather a bit by bending into the shape it will eventually live. Most of my work are holsters so once it’s completely done and stitched, I want it to be stiff. This approach works for me and keeps the leather from cracking.
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Wow! Very nice work!
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Really good post and thoughts. I agree wholeheartedly.
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Here in Texas we still have it pretty good. Especially for a dude like myself that lives to be outdoors toting a handgun or fly rod throughout the year.
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Personally, I’d stitch through both in case a repair is needed one day and it creates a better bond between the two.
For me, I’ve gone to lacing the loops with a small ‘tack stitch’ between each loop. I’ll either stitch between or use a rivet. This eliminates the issues with looseness when multiple cartridges are removed.
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Those look really nice. Well done!
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12 hours ago, Gezzer said:
This may be my favorite you have done !!
You got me about to order some ostrich !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
3 hours ago, dikman said:Very tidy bit of work.
3 hours ago, Handstitched said:Yep,
all of it Lovely work
We can get Emu ( we say eemyoo) leather here in Oz, but it ain't cheap.
HS
Thanks everyone! Appreciate the nice words.
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Nice. I could see this being adaptable to a koozie too.
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1 hour ago, chuck123wapati said:you sure make a pretty looking holster.
Why thank you, sir!
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Just finished this holster for a 5.5” Ruger SBH. Outer is ostrich embossed and the inner is a piece of 7/8 oz veg-tan.
Another pic…
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Nice work! I really dig the embroidery logo.
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That looks great! Well done!
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9 hours ago, chuck123wapati said:really nice!! do you have any pics of it being worn i would love to see how it fits?
Here is a picture of me with the same rig built for one of my revolvers.
Thanks everyone. I appreciate all the kind remarks!
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Custom chest rig and belt slide for a Smith & Wesson X-Frame in 350 Legend. These chest rigs have really taken off for me in the handgun hunting community.
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Love it. Having worked with rattlesnake skin myself, I know that getting the diamonds to line up perfectly ain’t exactly easy. Well done!
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1 hour ago, Bert03241 said:very nice work
Gotta ask why the strap on the smaller sheath?
Thank you! Because…he asked for it haha.
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Latest commission for a buddy. Two knife sheaths - one with an external pocket for a sharpener.
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Mercy. Serious skills. Great work!
First Gunbelt, Not quite finished.
in Show Off!!
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That’s really good work. Well done!