hidepounder Posted February 3, 2014 Author Report Posted February 3, 2014 Hi ToddB68 It's easy to see that the dye is penetrating the leather. Proof comes with age as the edges get bumped and nicked and you can see that the dye is still there. Edge paint will imply peel of with use leaving the raw leather exposed. Oil based dyes wok just as well as spirit based dyes, however, they take longer to dry and I have a tendency to get unwanted transfers from my hands s I stick to the spirit dyes. Neat Lac is still readily available from the original manufacturer under their own label which is Clear Lac. Most leather suppliers like Springfield Leather and Panhandle Leather carry it. Sheridan Leather Outfitters also carries it under their own label which is Wyo Sheen. Hope this helps! Bobby
Members wlg190861 Posted February 13, 2014 Members Report Posted February 13, 2014 Thanks for sharing you vast wisdom Bob Dan
Members 3ntin Posted March 6, 2014 Members Report Posted March 6, 2014 Hi Bob..! I would like to take advantage of your experience and knowledge asking you an advice...I am making a bag, with 3/4 oz cal leather, lined with cloth (don't know exactly which one...). I want to finish the edges, how can I achieve that? Is the procedure the same as with leather alone (as you described in your great tutorial) or not? Thanks in advance, Daniele
Members pmreed Posted March 6, 2014 Members Report Posted March 6, 2014 I'm new to leatherwork and I am enjoying working with bison. Does anyone have any recommendations for finishing bison leather edges? I'm presently working with 7/8 oz. leather. It's very soft and pliable. I have been treating and burnishing, as one would with a heavier cowhide, but the leather is so soft, I'm not sure it's the best approach. Any suggestions? Thank you.
Members mrtreat32 Posted April 30, 2014 Members Report Posted April 30, 2014 When leaving my edges natural in color how do I get them to keep their light natural color. Im currently using "quick slick" and following most of the steps listed above but whenever I apply the quick slick or begin rubbing the edges with canvas or sanding they start to look a bit dirty and darken. I usually end up painting them since the color isn't too pleasing if I let them be. Is it possible its the canvas Im using? Also how do people get a colored stripe in the finished edge? I tried to find a google image but can't at the moment. Are they dyeing/painting one edge before the piece is assembled to just that layer has a different color. thanks
hidepounder Posted May 1, 2014 Author Report Posted May 1, 2014 I haven't seen the striped effect, but I would image it involves dying some layers and not others. As far as the natural color goes, I think if you use saddlesoap, you'll get less color in the burnish. Hope this helps! Bobby
Members KGV Posted May 14, 2014 Members Report Posted May 14, 2014 Bob, I have questions when it comes to gluing the edges before stitching/finishing. When working with wallets and small leather goods what is the process for application of the glue? Could you tell me your process? Thanks!
Members mistergeppetto Posted July 14, 2014 Members Report Posted July 14, 2014 Hi Bob Thanks for the great advice, I've been trying different methods with varying results, but I'm looking forward to following your process, as a professional finished edge is important, and your right, it makes a great piece stand out. Best wishes from England
Members tboyce Posted August 26, 2014 Members Report Posted August 26, 2014 This is exactly what I've been looking for lately. Your ability to communicate your process in easily understood steps is a gift to you and to those of us who learn from you. Thank you so much
Members Jbatman Posted September 11, 2014 Members Report Posted September 11, 2014 (edited) When leaving my edges natural in color how do I get them to keep their light natural color. Im currently using "quick slick" and following most of the steps listed above but whenever I apply the quick slick or begin rubbing the edges with canvas or sanding they start to look a bit dirty and darken. I usually end up painting them since the color isn't too pleasing if I let them be. Is it possible its the canvas Im using? Also how do people get a colored stripe in the finished edge? I tried to find a google image but can't at the moment. Are they dyeing/painting one edge before the piece is assembled to just that layer has a different color. thanks I believe this is what you're looking for mrtreat, ***edit*** For what it's worth I would love to know how this is done. It looks as though there's 4-5 layers there but overall it doesn't seem to be too thick. That edge is also glass and colors sharp. I would think burnishing traditionally would muddle the edges of the various colors? Edited September 11, 2014 by Jbatman
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