curlyjo Report post Posted October 27, 2010 My 35 yr. old Tandy splitter needs to be retired. The roller is out of whack and it just is not working on small string. Would like some ideas on a 6 to 8 inch splitter without breaking the bank. Used is OK if everything works. I like the Osborne but know there are more styles and makes out there. Thanks, Brad Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rawhide Report post Posted October 27, 2010 I bought a used 8" Chase pattern splitter a few months ago from Bruce Johnson, and I love it. I thin string all the time with it. Eventually I would like to have a krebs style as well, because of the dial in feature, but the one I have now is fantastic. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
curlyjo Report post Posted October 30, 2010 Rawhide, thanks for the input on the 2 styles of splitters. I just got to get busy and find one that will do the job. 30 more years and I can retire the new one. Brad Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bullwhips Report post Posted October 30, 2010 I love my osborne #86 splitter: http://osborneleathertools.com/product_details.php?pid=33 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rcsaddles Report post Posted October 31, 2010 If all you are splitting is string, I would recommend the Dene Williams splitter from Australia. You can order direct or from www.miswestwhips.com Paul at Mid West Whips uses this all the time and says it is great. I am just waiting to order again to get one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
curlyjo Report post Posted October 31, 2010 Thanks RC for the info. I'm leaning toward a bench mount as I like to cut and split 150 to 200' of string at a time and also use it to build larger projects as in bosal and hackamore hangers. Rawhide and Leather. Some of my Honda strings can be 3/8 or better before sizing. But it looks like a good tool for Roo string and small lace. I see your from Lewistown. My uncle was born there and his sister, Judy Fiedler, still lives on the family ranch south of Stanford. Jim Fiedler passed 11/2 years ago and I took my dad up to the services in Stanford. Pretty Country in the summers but my Ca. thin blood would take a beating in the winter. Thanks again, Brad Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Leatherpownder Report post Posted November 1, 2010 Thanks RC for the info. I'm leaning toward a bench mount as I like to cut and split 150 to 200' of string at a time and also use it to build larger projects as in bosal and hackamore hangers. Rawhide and Leather. Some of my Honda strings can be 3/8 or better before sizing. But it looks like a good tool for Roo string and small lace. I see your from Lewistown. My uncle was born there and his sister, Judy Fiedler, still lives on the family ranch south of Stanford. Jim Fiedler passed 11/2 years ago and I took my dad up to the services in Stanford. Pretty Country in the summers but my Ca. thin blood would take a beating in the winter. Thanks again, Brad I have a used but in good shape Osbourne#86 splitter for sale for $300. If you're interested let me know and I'll send pics. ....Leatherpounder Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
curlyjo Report post Posted November 2, 2010 I have a used but in good shape Osbourne#86 splitter for sale for $300. If you're interested let me know and I'll send pics. ....Leatherpounder Thanks Leatherpownder, I just picked one up on Ebay over the Weekend . An#86 that looks to be in good shape. I appreciate all the help from all. Brad Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
