Contributing Member TwinOaks Posted August 22, 2008 Contributing Member Report Posted August 22, 2008 con mucho gusto. Quote Mike DeLoach Esse Quam Videri (Be rather than Seem) "Don't learn the tricks of the trade.....Learn the trade." "Teach what you know......Learn what you don't." LEATHER ARTISAN'S DIGITAL GUILD on Facebook.
Members rgerbitz Posted August 23, 2008 Members Report Posted August 23, 2008 Twin Oaks thank you as well. Rob Quote http://gerbitzquarterhorses.com/
Members KAW Posted August 23, 2008 Members Report Posted August 23, 2008 This is my favorite cutter Wayne Jueschke out of Elko made it but I'm not sure if he make this one any more ,the collars are adjusted by turning the knob on the back, that way I can make very fine adjustments. If you are going to be making alot of rawhide string I would advise having a good splitter also. this is the splitter I use the most, it uses razors ,when one gets dull you can just pop another one in it, Monte Severe made it along time ago and but doesn't make them anymore but there are many out there to choose from that are nearly the same. Quote
Members 8thsinner Posted September 16, 2008 Members Report Posted September 16, 2008 Just out of curiosity... Has anyone developed their own more portable version of a string cutter, or a new and adjustable version of the tandy lace cutter. I like it personally for several reasons...IMO It's easier to teach and show someone else how to cut. It's portable It uses easy to replace blades and has several settings, though these are not perfect. It doesn't even make full use of the length of the blade, And infact cutting from the inside only can be quite annoying if you need larger lace, but is it easy to cut flimsy leather on the outside if you need seriously long laces??? Ideally I would love to have a portable version of both a splitter and a cutter in one using the same blade, But I suspect it's not possible to get a good split when using the same double sided blade...Am I right in this assumption, I have to ask because I have never used a splitter myself. Love your own one btw, Quote Doing the right thing is bleeding for the cause. Website Facebook
JAM Posted September 24, 2008 Report Posted September 24, 2008 I have Gail Hought's cutter and want to try Bryan Neubert's, but can't afford to own both (they're both pricey), so if anyone is interested in buying my perfect-condition Hought cutter at a used price, please contact me... Am I allowed to do this here? Or is there another place on Leatherworker.net to post equipment and tools for sale or trade? Quote Life is unpredictable; eat dessert first.
Billy P Posted October 2, 2008 Report Posted October 2, 2008 A while back Smilin Jim designed and made a lace cutter and beveler that works really good for me. He sent me one and while I haven't used it as much as some of you might, I have really been pleased with it. It cuts good and is pretty quick to setup and change the blades in. Billy P Quote Billy P SideLine Leather Co. Leatherworker.net/Forum
Pip Posted October 2, 2008 Report Posted October 2, 2008 Thought these might help someone understand a little better. Rob That looks great, I have one question..... well initially do you just gently pull the string, what stops it cutting straight off? I have tried several lace makers and failed to create more than a couple of feet before I slice off the end d'oh! Is it just experience or is there a secret..... You can tell me I won't tell anyone else lol Quote
Members rgerbitz Posted October 2, 2008 Members Report Posted October 2, 2008 Pip, I cannot speak for the other cutters but for mine I have to keep a close eye on where the cutting is happening and keep everything feeding into the blade just so. Otherwise what you are experiencing will happen. Assuming you are cutting from a circle and cutting rawhide it is possible to get to much hide between the blade and collar which will either cause the rawhide to roll or put enough pressure on the blade to snap it off. (Watch your eyes) Like most things done well there is a element where timing and feel become very important and experience is about the only teacher that can help. Rob Quote http://gerbitzquarterhorses.com/
Pip Posted October 2, 2008 Report Posted October 2, 2008 Pip,I cannot speak for the other cutters but for mine I have to keep a close eye on where the cutting is happening and keep everything feeding into the blade just so. Otherwise what you are experiencing will happen. Assuming you are cutting from a circle and cutting rawhide it is possible to get to much hide between the blade and collar which will either cause the rawhide to roll or put enough pressure on the blade to snap it off. (Watch your eyes) Like most things done well there is a element where timing and feel become very important and experience is about the only teacher that can help. Rob Thought so! worth a try! I will just keep practising. Quote
Members entiendo Posted October 2, 2008 Members Report Posted October 2, 2008 I've never cut rawhide but with roo if you have instructions it isn't difficult, even for a rookie...like me. Gail's first book shows you how to cut a roo hide and the cutter I bought also came with those same instructions. It is true that experience will perfect your lace, as mine is getting better, but done properly anyone can cut a roo hide pretty good. Quote
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