Tooling History And Proper Patterns For Certain Time Eras?

[ouchmyfinger]

i know that tooling has evolved like everything else in the world. I was wondering if anyone knew something about this or could provide some sample pics of older tooled leather goods.

an example of why i am curious- what if someone wanted a tooled item and they wanted it to look like it was from a certain period. what tools were used and how were they made. i see on some of the older things that their flowers are very simple and they don't have the detail that i see in more modern goods.

I'm sure you can get the idea of what I'm asking so post any info that you feel would be relevant for the topic

thanks

[mrdabeetle]

Tooling hasn't really evolved that much. Designs have changed, but the methods remain the same.

Medieval leather stamps