Another Newbie From England

[Toolerlass]

Hiya, i'm not far from scotland :-) thats something i haven't tried yet! I was first using the tray with beanbag thing to begin with but found i couldn't get a decent 'whack' on it like when hitting on a table. I love using the granite slab but haven't tried the two together. Thanks! I'll give it a try :-)

[Chavez]

Hi and welcome to leatherwork!

It's an extremely addictive hobby =)

[Bigfoot]

Welcome Toolerlass from another addicted Brit!

Enjoy the learning... I don't think the learning ever ends with leatherwork as there are so many things to try and create.

Regarding neighbours, the only thing I can suggest if you have problems and decide to do alot of it is to get a ratcheting arbour press(big as possible and not cheap) but you can use that to quietly push large punches through leather and press stamps etc.

Have fun and post some of your projects on here....you will get lots of helpful advice from some very experienced leatherworkers from around the world.

All the best

Bigfoot

[Toolerlass]

Thanks so much for the lovely replies. I'll add some pics tonight though i'm not sure of the correct place to put them whether its the gallery or critique section. Its a bit embarrassing adding beginners pics when the stuff on here is outstanding lol.

[Toolerlass]

Thanks for the info on the arbour press Bigfoot. Do they need altering to make them accept hammering tools? I couldnt face starting again buying special tools for it. Looks great though!

[Bigfoot]

Sorry for the slow reply..I am rubbish at keeping up communications.

The press I use has a wheel on the side so you can move it quickly for small adjustments...I wouldn't recommend one without it.

If by hammering tools you mean crew punches and strap ends etc you can just put them under and press them through silently but you could also get someone to drill a hole to take the handle of a Tandy type handle and them it can be used for punching small holes, lacing or whatever you need....and all in silence!