Jarek S4 Report post Posted January 16, 2014 Any ideas how this edge is made? I do not mean colors (probably mulitilayer of diyed leather). I mean "clear lack finish" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cyberthrasher Report post Posted January 16, 2014 Right at the top of this section is a pinned post called "Finishing Edges" http://leatherworker.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=18101 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Leprechaunleather Report post Posted February 18, 2014 thanks for the help ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew Chee Report post Posted February 18, 2014 I've seen that pic before definitely an impressive edge. I'm not sure bob park's method can achieve that look because his method uses saddle soap and friction heat that might darken the edges. The edge above does not look like the leather has darkened too much. I've wondered how this one was done and have no idea. Andrew Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Cent Report post Posted February 18, 2014 Here are some thoughts. First, daubing just a touch of water on the edge of a beveled and unsanded edge will produce a mirror like finish with a motorized burnishing tool.. But.....achieving the pictured edge with the uniformity displayed is awesome. There is a "sweet spot" with the application of water/liquid in the beginning that will provide even edges. Again, I am using a motorized burnisher. One can take a piece of leather, as in the picture, and wet it thoroughly, and let it dry on a flat surface. It will become hard and you can come close to the picture with extreme care. I am constantly amazed with leather work and the abilities that other possess. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wlg190861 Report post Posted February 18, 2014 RED can you post a picture of the burnisher or send me a pm pic Thank you Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Palermo Report post Posted March 3, 2014 It is different layers of leather. I have done that before but never with a high shine like that.. It is possible that they have used the gloss edge lacquer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Cent Report post Posted March 3, 2014 WLG, sorry I missed your request. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shooter55 Report post Posted March 3, 2014 WLG, sorry I missed your request. Red....Do you dial that RPM down some way on your B&D? 3600 seems pretty fast to burnish an edge. Ever burn any edges? Just curious. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Cent Report post Posted March 4, 2014 Nope. I also use an old Craftsmen table top drill press with the belt on the middle groove. Sounds like about the same speed. Both does a great job with the dowel rod. The cheap grinder does not have a lot of torque but that lets me know if I am pressing too hard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
