Members superfastjellyfish Posted May 24, 2012 Members Report Posted May 24, 2012 Hi, I'm trying to find out if a tool exists or if i will have to make it from scratch. I'm making handlebar wraps for bicycles. I can get the hides i want cut into strips easily. But I'm having trouble finding tools for the other thing. I need to cut a "gimping" or "wingtip" type pattern on one edge. I can make it with pinking shears but it would take a lot of time. Is there any type of cutting wheel that will make this kind of pattern? It would be easiest to get a wheel for the strip cutter and run the whole hide through. Quote
Moderator bruce johnson Posted May 24, 2012 Moderator Report Posted May 24, 2012 I have used the pinking and scalloping 45 mm blades for roller cutters to make that look. I use a metal yard stick as a guide. I have done from chap leather to 13 oz with them. There are some old hand crank scalloping wheel tools that clamp on a bench too. Usually sell for $75-100 in the antique stores. Quote
Members superfastjellyfish Posted May 25, 2012 Author Members Report Posted May 25, 2012 I have used the pinking and scalloping 45 mm blades for roller cutters to make that look. I use a metal yard stick as a guide. I have done from chap leather to 13 oz with them. There are some old hand crank scalloping wheel tools that clamp on a bench too. Usually sell for $75-100 in the antique stores. thanks i'll have to look around some more. Quote
Members colttrainer Posted May 25, 2012 Members Report Posted May 25, 2012 You can check with the taxidermy supply houses, they usally have something for doing bear rugs. thanks i'll have to look around some more. Quote
Members superfastjellyfish Posted May 26, 2012 Author Members Report Posted May 26, 2012 You can check with the taxidermy supply houses, they usally have something for doing bear rugs. I found 3 on eBay so looks like shouldn't be a problem Quote
Members joe59 Posted May 26, 2012 Members Report Posted May 26, 2012 I was in Sheridan for the leather show and went over to Sheridan Leather. Luke and Vandy had at least two there for sale. They are used but appeared to be in good shape. Quote
Members superfastjellyfish Posted May 28, 2012 Author Members Report Posted May 28, 2012 ok next question. Is there a similar rotary machine that will punch holes in strips? Quote
Members colttrainer Posted May 28, 2012 Members Report Posted May 28, 2012 Yes. Weavers, Randall may have a rebuilt one. ok next question. Is there a similar rotary machine that will punch holes in strips? Quote
Members superfastjellyfish Posted May 30, 2012 Author Members Report Posted May 30, 2012 (edited) I think I found what you are speaking of. Master Tools Rotary Punch http://www.leathersupply.com/downloads/catalog/Master%20Tools%20Machinery%20&%20Equipment.pdf any idea what one of these machines would cost? i'm guessing new at least 1000? Is Randall the forum members display name? Yes. Weavers, Randall may have a rebuilt one. Edited May 30, 2012 by superfastjellyfish Quote
Members colttrainer Posted May 30, 2012 Members Report Posted May 30, 2012 Web site is campbell-randall.com. check the rebuilt machines, check with Dan when you call. I think I found what you are speaking of. Master Tools Rotary Punch http://www.leathersu...20Equipment.pdf any idea what one of these machines would cost? i'm guessing new at least 1000? Is Randall the forum members display name? Quote
Phatdaddy Posted May 31, 2012 Report Posted May 31, 2012 http://www.ebay.ca/itm/ANTIQUE-CLEAN-CUT-LEATHER-CUTTING-PINKING-MACHINE-SEWING-TOOL-/160812119905?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2571263761 I found this, reminded me of this thread. Kevin Quote
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