What type of Edge beveler do you use?

[toxo]

35 minutes ago, Yukonrookie said:

Thats a nice idea @toxo. I think myself, I’ll just try and get the right ones. I still have use for my regular ones as they are since on some edges I like to use the “45 degree” edgers. Thanks for the tip though.

Btw, if an edger comes with one of those steel rods for sharpening, wouldn’t that be a “round“ edger anyway?

Fair enough, I don't think you can have a conversation about the shape of edging tools without including the thickness of the leather being used. For example, a rounded edge could be achieved on thick leather with a flat edger with a few passes and a curved edger would be equally unsuitable unless it was the right size for the leather being used. With the myriad of widths and shapes out there I would first adapt a tool that was longer needed but that's just me.

[DieselTech]

59 minutes ago, Yukonrookie said:

Yup, thank you. I think I found what I like on Bruce’s site. Thanks again for your help. 
On a different topic which stitching  irons do you use mostly? I just have a couple craftool 2mm diamond ones. Just curious what everyone runs mostly. Been thinking on maybe a bit wider spacing and better quality. Also curious if many people rock those reverse style ones and what they like about’em. I know I’m sort of high jacking the thread but, then again, I’m the OP

I use 4&5mm diamond chisels from weaver. 

I was planning on buying some KS Blade diamond chisels, but I haven't yet. They are expensive.

[Yukonrookie]

That sure makes sense @toxo. I guess for me part of the whole journey is treating myself to some new toys…I means tools lol. But you’re definitely talking sense. Different strokes….  I sure appreciate your advice though and mighty thankful to all the help everyone has been here.

[Yukonrookie]

4 hours ago, DieselTech said:

use 4&5mm diamond chisels from weaver. 

I was planning on buying some KS Blade diamond chisels, but I haven't yet. They are expensive.

Right on. Yeah, I’ve had a hunch that 4 to 6mm would not hurt to have, eh? You use those for all your projects? 
 

I’ll have to check those out. Sounds like they make good tools, eh? Thanks for your input @DieselTech

btw you work with Diesel engines? 

[DieselTech]

2 hours ago, Yukonrookie said:

Right on. Yeah, I’ve had a hunch that 4 to 6mm would not hurt to have, eh? You use those for all your projects? 
 

I’ll have to check those out. Sounds like they make good tools, eh? Thanks for your input @DieselTech

btw you work with Diesel engines? 

Yep built diesel engines & worked on diesel trucks for 25-30years. 20 of them years for Caterpillar. 

Yes I like 4 or 5mm stitch spacing on my leather projects. I bought the weaver brand diamond stitching chisels cause they were priced right.

KS Blade diamond chisels are super nice, but they are over $300 for a set. 

[Yukonrookie]

Right on man! Lots a miners run cat up here. Just an old komatsu dozer myself and just for opening the road up to my place in the spring. Too long to keep open during winter. Plus I got a decent enough snow cat that gets me home just fine.

 

Anyway, that’s a good chunk of change for some chisels. I’m sure they’re worth it though. I actually tried my drill press with a 2mm bit and it actually worked well. Just that the holes didn’t close up as nice, like they do with a chisel, I think.

[DieselTech]

5 minutes ago, Yukonrookie said:

Right on man! Lots a miners run cat up here. Just an old komatsu dozer myself and just for opening the road up to my place in the spring. Too long to keep open during winter. Plus I got a decent enough snow cat that gets me home just fine.

 

Anyway, that’s a good chunk of change for some chisels. I’m sure they’re worth it though. I actually tried my drill press with a 2mm bit and it actually worked well. Just that the holes didn’t close up as nice, like they do with a chisel, I think.

Yeah the Weaver Diamond stitching chisels are nice. They only cost about $25/set. 

So if you are looking to get a set. I would check them out. 

[Yukonrookie]

Thanks. I’ll do that!

[Outfitr]

I've tried quite a few different bevelers but have pretty much settled on the horseshoe brand with the plastic handle that accepts all the different size inserts. They seem easier to sharpen too.

[Yukonrookie]

On 12/9/2024 at 10:29 PM, Outfitr said:

I've tried quite a few different bevelers but have pretty much settled on the horseshoe brand with the plastic handle that accepts all the different size inserts. They seem easier to sharpen too.

Right on. Thanks. Gotta check those out. Apologies for the late response.