Bighearn Report post Posted February 20, 2008 It makes me want to have you make me a seat for my Heritage. But then I know by looking at your work I can't afford it. That is wicked work brother. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ETW Grumpy Report post Posted February 20, 2008 Dude, please tell me you're going to color that (other than black) !! Your tooling has gotten awesome. That looks great. Very good piece. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roger Report post Posted February 20, 2008 It makes me want to have you make me a seat for my Heritage. But then I know by looking at your work I can't afford it. That is wicked work brother. Thanks!! i don't charge near what i should Dude, please tell me you're going to color that (other than black) !! Your tooling has gotten awesome. That looks great. Very good piece. thanks grumpy! the seat will be black. i am hoping to leave the tooling close to natural with maybe a hint of white on the head feathers Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Froghunter Report post Posted February 20, 2008 WOW! Your clean tooling just blows me away! Someday I hope to be half that talented!!! I don't know what you're charging for your work, but I am betting it ain't NEAR enough!!!!! Love your work! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Drac Report post Posted February 20, 2008 there's very few times I would say don't dye something black, and this is one of them! definitely don't dye the tooling black! it looks too dang good! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rdb Report post Posted February 20, 2008 Beautiful. The banner and stripes coming out of the right talon makes the leather look like it's really waving in the breeze...most excellent. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SCOUTER Report post Posted February 20, 2008 Beeza, Wow! Great depth and awesome tooling. As much as I'm not a color guy, that flag is screaming for some RED, WHITE and BLUE. Remember The Captain America! (like who dosen't) For newbies- http://home.ama-cycle.org/membersonly/muse...Classic_600.jpg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TracyMoss Report post Posted February 20, 2008 Nice work, I don't usually like color, but OLD GLORY would really stand out then. Awesome, really talented work. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spider Report post Posted February 20, 2008 Dude you really have to be proud of this. really good lookin piece. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David Report post Posted February 20, 2008 Beeze, Great looking job. You've got it all, traditional carving, inverted carving, and ample use of undercuts and the lifter. I like it. Dave Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bustedlifter Report post Posted February 20, 2008 Looks great, now dye it black! Doesn't it make you want to go upside someone's head when they want it black. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shirleyz Report post Posted February 20, 2008 Beautiful Beeza. You nailed it. The tooling is awesome. Shirley Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bighearn Report post Posted February 20, 2008 Man I got to do a seat for my Heritage. If you don't mind a question do you build your own seat pans or do you use what people bring you. I looked last night for something on the internet but could not find a solo seat pan for a 97 softail. I got the original one but I hate to rip it apart in case I ever sell its going back on. I kinda like the lepera shape or the ultima you know slim and clean but I cant find anything on the net just two ups. Any ways just asking not thinkiing of going in the business just would like to try my own you know. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krains Report post Posted February 20, 2008 great job! are you using an undercut beveler on some places or just really banging on a normal beveler? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roger Report post Posted February 22, 2008 WOW! thanks for all the compliments and comments!!!! the seat will be black and the tooling will stay close to natural. i may dye it saddle tan... Man I got to do a seat for my Heritage. If you don't mind a question do you build your own seat pans or do you use what people bring you. I looked last night for something on the internet but could not find a solo seat pan for a 97 softail. I got the original one but I hate to rip it apart in case I ever sell its going back on. I kinda like the lepera shape or the ultima you know slim and clean but I cant find anything on the net just two ups. Any ways just asking not thinkiing of going in the business just would like to try my own you know. bighearn... 99% of the time i am working with customer supplied seats or seat pans. some guys pic up a used seat on ebay to send me. if you want to cover your own i am more than happy to answer any questions you might have. great job! are you using an undercut beveler on some places or just really banging on a normal beveler? Thanks and no! i use real steep bevelers and a lifter that i made Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bighearn Report post Posted February 22, 2008 bighearn... 99% of the time i am working with customer supplied seats or seat pans. some guys pic up a used seat on ebay to send me. if you want to cover your own i am more than happy to answer any questions you might have. Thanks I have been wanting to for about a year but just have not been able to find a seat pan I like. I am going to find one though and I would have quite a few questions. One of those things you just dont want to mees up, get it right and take your time on. I have the pattern I want but have to find the seat pan. I'll find one soon and then I'll get with you. My main concern is the sticthing and fitting more than tooling. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roger Report post Posted February 24, 2008 Done!!! man my fingers are sore Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freak Report post Posted February 24, 2008 Looks fantastico !!! you should be very proud ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnD Report post Posted February 25, 2008 WOW, Roger. That's crazy. That is awesome! Is that your own design? When I first joined this forum, I remember seeing your work and thinking it was great. I didn't realize there was room for improvement but you apparently made room for it cause that is F@#$%N amazing. I hope that doesn't sound backhanded. Your tooling is incredible. John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roger Report post Posted February 25, 2008 thanks guys!! the artwork is copyrighted and the customer got permission to use it for this seat. i try to see where i can improve each and every time i tool something. i am fortunate enough to have enough work coming in right now to have plenty of practice Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan28 Report post Posted August 19, 2014 That is so nice, it'd almost be a shame to plant a keester on it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Uncle Fester Report post Posted September 1, 2014 That basket weave is tits! Your tooling is also great, good job man! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
