Jarek S4 Report post Posted January 13, 2014 (edited) Made of 9oz veg tanned. As this is my third leather item need some advice. Critique also welcomed. All tools for this item Edited January 13, 2014 by Jarek S4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tree Reaper Report post Posted January 13, 2014 You did a great job on the molding, the snap may cause you some grief, if the leather softens up you'll have a difficult time snapping it unless the case is full of something solid. I like the flap to cover the pouch mouth completely to keep rain and other debris out, this one appears to be open on the sides. The only other thing I would consider changing is the belt loops, something more streamlined . Is the back two layers? Over all it looks good. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jarek S4 Report post Posted January 13, 2014 Thanks, You right about softens problem bit as this is 9oz leather I hope it will be stiff for a long period. Back is one layher same thickness as front. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tree Reaper Report post Posted January 13, 2014 OK, now that I look at it again, it appears that the edge was left plain and not dyed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MonicaJacobson Report post Posted January 13, 2014 Nice! I wish my 50th project looked as good as your 3rd. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Northmount Report post Posted January 13, 2014 When you are laying out your tooling pattern, try to avoid having a snap in the middle of it. Isn't always possible, but can improve the appearance a little. I like the pouch shape, colour, etc. Good job. Tom Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jarek S4 Report post Posted January 13, 2014 (edited) When you are laying out your tooling pattern, try to avoid having a snap in the middle of it. Isn't always possible, but can improve the appearance a little. I like the pouch shape, colour, etc. Good job. Tom Yes, you are wright. This is my fault. I just start with small projects to avoid waisting leather and it is hard to find small pattern. Thanks Edited January 13, 2014 by Jarek S4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RichLee Report post Posted January 13, 2014 whatever... "3rd leather item"! this thing is beautiful! i havent tried molding yet but i doubt mine would look like that on a third try Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jarek S4 Report post Posted January 13, 2014 whatever... "3rd leather item"! this thing is beautiful! i havent tried molding yet but i doubt mine would look like that on a third try Thanks. I started with molding over my leatherman Wave. It was small but quite easy to do. Then I found some plywood pieces, jigsaw and a sanding machine. One hour and ready. Very important thing: On first try I realized small black dots all around molded leather. Be very carefull with soaked leather and metal tools like carpenters clamps - metal thread throw small mites around when you turn the handle. Put some grease to avoid it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
r lenna Report post Posted January 15, 2014 Very nice, I've done quite a few molding jobs and I think that your job looks as good or better than mine. I like the tooling that you've done also. The dye jobs nice and even. Keep up the good work and thanks for sharing. Rob Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blazin Report post Posted January 21, 2014 3rd project? Seriously is extremely nice. For a pouch like that you could use a magnetic clasp instead of a snap. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jarek S4 Report post Posted January 23, 2014 3rd project? Seriously is extremely nice. For a pouch like that you could use a magnetic clasp instead of a snap. I was thinking abut magnetic clasp. I think it could be not strong enough. Do't you think so? What diameter will do? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
