Swivel Knive Blade

[Razz]

I bought a load of leather tools at flea market and this blade was in it.

There seems to be a ruby on the tip of it.......has anybody ever used one of these.....

This one is a little chipped. ....here is a pic.

And does anybody know of a good illustrated book of the different tools and what they do...cause I have quite a few wich I have no idea what to use them for.

[whinewine]

  On 1/25/2011 at 1:08 PM, Razz said:

I bought a load of leather tools at flea market and this blade was in it.

There seems to be a ruby on the tip of it.......has anybody ever used one of these.....

This one is a little chipped. ....here is a pic.

And does anybody know of a good illustrated book of the different tools and what they do...cause I have quite a few wich I have no idea what to use them for.

I have 2 angle blades that I use fairly frequently: not as good as a GOOD steel blade, but certainly way better than those expensive, junk ceramic blades, IMO. It's problematic, however, with the chip. A good lapidarist (gemstone cutter) or jewler who is capable of cutting gemstones could re-grind it to eliminate the chip. Check with the nearest rockhound club.

As far as the tool book, there is one out there in print, but I can't access it right now & I don't remember the title so someone else here can chime in. It should be listed on Tandy's website, at any rate.

[BearMan]

My Goodness,

You scored Big Time!! The "Rubyat" blade, when sharp, with no chips, actually works pretty good. Not quite as good as a good quality steel blade,,, just my opinion. As far as "fixing" the chipped blade,,, maybe,, This one does look like one of the old better quality blades, so it would be worth a try. But it would take some time & effort, as the Rubyat is very hard. It requires the use of some Diamond sharpening stones, & a good sharpening fixture, & some water with just a bit of soap in it.

Once again,,, congrats on the Flee Market score!! If I can help,,, just let me know,, Ed the"BearMan"

[whinewine]

  On 1/25/2011 at 1:48 PM, whinewine said:

I have 2 angle blades that I use fairly frequently: not as good as a GOOD steel blade, but certainly way better than those expensive, junk ceramic blades, IMO. It's problematic, however, with the chip. A good lapidarist (gemstone cutter) or jewler who is capable of cutting gemstones could re-grind it to eliminate the chip. Check with the nearest rockhound club.

As far as the tool book, there is one out there in print, but I can't access it right now & I don't remember the title so someone else here can chime in. It should be listed on Tandy's website, at any rate.

The book is "Leathercraft Tools" #61960-00 on the Tandy website.

[Razz]

  On 1/25/2011 at 1:51 PM, BearMan said:

My Goodness,

You scored Big Time!! The "Rubyat" blade, when sharp, with no chips, actually works pretty good. Not quite as good as a good quality steel blade,,, just my opinion. As far as "fixing" the chipped blade,,, maybe,, This one does look like one of the old better quality blades, so it would be worth a try. But it would take some time & effort, as the Rubyat is very hard. It requires the use of some Diamond sharpening stones, & a good sharpening fixture, & some water with just a bit of soap in it.

Once again,,, congrats on the Flee Market score!! If I can help,,, just let me know,, Ed the"BearMan"

Thanks for the info.......at this point don't think I will attempt to clean it up myself...for fear of ruining it.....but probably will succom to the temptation in a bit.

Thanks again.

[Razz]

  On 1/25/2011 at 2:13 PM, whinewine said:

The book is "Leathercraft Tools" #61960-00 on the Tandy website.

Thanks, seen that book..but din't really know if it was any good...will check it out.