edger sizes & maul weight for all around carving and stamping

[sheridanman]

hi!

can anyone pls share any experience on maul weights? for sheridan carving what is the and the other lighter for carving?

are most of the guys here using one size/weight mauls for most carving jobs especially sheridan style? i read that for sheridan carving most mauls are in the 16 oz range only since the tools are quite smaller.

i know its a matter of preference but where do you draw the line for maul weights and their relation to comfort due to the carving work and styles?

for edgers if you were to buy a barry king "grooved edger" (#8602 hidecrafter catalog) what size is appropriate for 1/16" single piece of veg-tanned leather to produce nice clean beveled edges? or what size number is best for two pieces of 1/16" leathers glued together to trim and edge it neatly?

just want to get surveys here as i am thinking of saving some fund to really get the tools that i realy need and that i cant fabricate anymore. geeez honestly i spend more time nowadays fabricating tools more than practicing my carving. lol.thanks!-------------------- sheridanman

[TwinOaks]

Maul/mallet weights: The heavier it is, the deeper it'll make impressions for a given swing speed. Too heavy, and it'll drive the stamp right throught the leather.

For the edger, just cut a small square notch. All you use it for is break the corner(s) of the leather to give a less square profile to your edge slicker. You can also use sand paper.

Mike