hand crank splitters

[newyorkleather]

Hi. I thought I'd direct a question to the knowledgeable folks here. I'm accustomed to using a band knife splitter, but am considering one of these stationary blade hand splitters for my home workshop. Can anyone tell me if I can get fairly reliable splits at around 1.5 ounces if the leather is fairly firm? I know these manual splitters can be a little tricky, but I'm wondering if with a little trial and error I can get decent results. I'm usually splitting pieces that are approximately 4" x 12".

[oldtimer]

I have a Pedersen hand crank splitter that I bought on a flea market. I took it apart to clean it and paint it as it looked terrible, and now I´m into big trouble. I have assembled it and tried to get it to work again, but - it does not split leather! Does anyone have an idea on how to adjust it, where to start adjusting, a manual, or any hints on getting this piece of iron into working order.

OK, I can use it as a door stop but I would rather use it as a splitter. Please, !

[Luke Hatley]

Just a thought.........Harris at "prilgrimshoemachine.com" might be able to help you

good luck

[oldtimer]

Just a thought.........Harris at "prilgrimshoemachine.com" might be able to help you

good luck

Thank´s Luke. Will contact them!

/ knut

[tat2]

Hello I'm looking for a PDF or hard copy of the C S Osborne Leather Splitter #86. I just bought one for 200USD on ebay, Quite impressed with the deal. But need to know how to work it. Does the leather get fed through the front? How to adjust etc?

Can be emailed at

gml-@sympatico.ca

Stephen

[tonyc1]

It looks pretty new!

Tony.

[pepin1948]

I have the 8" hand crank splitter from Weaver with a very good hollow ground blade , very easy to sharp . Is easy too, to adjust .

This kind of machines are hard to find in Europe. Weaver puts it at my shop door.

I have seen the splitters mentioned in this thread only by photo. Landis seems very solid

[esantoro]

Hi Joe,

I'm still trying to get in touch with Marvin to see if he's still making his splitters. Do you remember what you paid?

Ed

Joe,

Marvin's splitter sounds ideal. I gave Marvin a call and left a message. If possible, would you be able to post a picture of your splitter?

Ed

[ryano]

I have a couple of splitters, one American that I rebuilt and not sure about the other one although it is not a hand crank job, but a pull through. I find the American to work well, but is too narrow most of the time for the work I am doing. I need a band splitter. Go with a bigger one I say.

[rcsaddles]

Here is a copy of the flyer from Marvin Deitz on his splitter.