Which Edger?

[LeatherCaptain]

Barry King Common edger or Jeremiah Watt Round Edger

Any preferences for a nice round edge on double layer 7/8 oz?

....OR, pay almost twice as much for an edger from Ron's Tools?

Edited July 23, 2010 by LeatherCaptain

[bruce johnson]

This is kind of comparing apples to oranges. A common edger is different than a round edger. Barry makes a round edger too. To compare between Barry's edgers, I would go for either a bisonette or round edger for a double layer of 7/8. The round edgers are easier to sharpen and maintain. The bisonettes are easier to run a consistant edge. For something that thickness, I have a #3 bisonette from Barry.

To compare between maker's - besides Barry, Jeremiah Watt, and Ron there is Bob Douglas. He doesn't just sell older tools, he also sells new edgers. Each maker has their own advantages and disadvantages.

[LeatherCaptain]

Thanks, Bruce. I called and spoke to Jeremiah and someone at Barry King (sorry for not remember his name). Jeremiah was very resourceful and provided a ton of information that lead me to ordering his #2 round edger. Both were great people to talk to and I was suprised how much time they were able to offer me on the phone. I considered Bob Douglas but it's nice being able to see the product online before ordering it. Ron's tools look great and I'm sure they perform just as well. I think the addition of a sharpening tool is a fantasic idea but I just couldn't figure out the price difference. I didn't speak to him so maybe there's something about the material. Ron's tools also seem a bit long to me. Maybe it's just the perspective of the photos but I prefer to stay as close to my work as possible. I don't need the extra length to get into tight places.

Anyway, thanks for the input. I've got a #2 Round Edger from Jeremiah Watt on the way (and a 1.5" half round punch). I'll have to let you know how well I transition from my #3 Round Osborne.

Thanks again!