xlr8tn Report post Posted December 9, 2012 Is there anyone out there that would be willing to split a couple of pieces of leather for me? I am working on a watch strap for a friend and using some vintage ammo pouch leather that is a bit too thick. I don't make many of these so can't justify the purchase of a splitter yet. I need this leather split down to 4oz (~2mm). Any help would be much appreciated, Brent Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chavez Report post Posted December 9, 2012 Hmm... Even though you can get away with a round knife or a pairing knife for watch straps, if you produce a reasonable volume of them or you're planning to move to other projects soon (belts, belt loops, bags with straps, horse bridle, any looping) you can get yourself a "Craftool" or an "Ivan" Hi-tec splitter. I've got an Ivan and it does a great job for its price (£120). In fact, can't see much difference between the Ivan and my friend's Dixon. It splits very well as long as you don't take off too much at a time. It doesn't skive, but you've got a round or pairing knife for skiving But of course it won't compare to Osbornes. Can't split them for you as I'm across the pond btw =( Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
