what kind of nails do I use?

[seveneves]

I need some help with the kind of nails that work best for a saddle. I understand I need a few different types but maybe you could help get an idea where to start. I've looked at a lot of the big and small hardware stores adn they don't carry the ones I see in the Stohlman books.

[jwwright]

There are some other threads covering this topic under the supplies section. Looking through there might be helpful to you. Most of us use stainless steel nails......smooth, twisted, and/or ring shank. These can be purchased from Sheridan Leather Outfitters in one pound or great quantities. Blue tacks are available quite a few places including Weaver's, and Panhandle Leather. Hope this helps, JW.

[seveneves]

There are some other threads covering this topic under the supplies section. Looking through there might be helpful to you. Most of us use stainless steel nails......smooth, twisted, and/or ring shank. These can be purchased from Sheridan Leather Outfitters in one pound or great quantities. Blue tacks are available quite a few places including Weaver's, and Panhandle Leather. Hope this helps, JW.

Thanks for the advice!

[Denise]

http://leatherworker.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=21639&pid=139027&st=0entry139027

Here's an ongoing topic about nails and where different ones are used.