Members DavidL Posted June 17, 2014 Members Report Posted June 17, 2014 http://www.ebay.com/itm/Handwork-Multi-Size-Brass-Shape-Soldering-Iron-Tip-To-Burn-Edge-Decorate-Leather-/221206907299?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item3380f589a3 Do all the soldering irons have the same size hole? Quote
Members billybopp Posted June 17, 2014 Members Report Posted June 17, 2014 The simple answer is no. But you're in luck. These look to be intended for use with cheap soldering irons, the non tempurature regulated ones. Unless you intend to use it with an iron that you already own, I'd take them to the store with you and ask to try them for fit. Most places should be happy to help you try it out. One of those should only cost something like $10-20, depending on the wattage. Maybe somebody else will be able to advise on what wattage to use, but I have no experience in using them this way. ( I'm a pro at soldering, tho! ) Bill Quote
Members Hi Im Joe Posted June 17, 2014 Members Report Posted June 17, 2014 The Weller iron I have has a pretty big opening with a set screw to secure the tip so I think the tips you linked would fit in the iron I have. Quote http://www.sevenhillsleather.com/
Members veedub3 Posted June 17, 2014 Members Report Posted June 17, 2014 I have that set and the Weller Iron Joe mentioned and they do fit. Karina Quote "The only man who makes no mistake, is the man who does nothing." Theodore Roosevelt
Members DavidL Posted June 18, 2014 Author Members Report Posted June 18, 2014 thank you il try that out. Quote
Members JanC Posted June 23, 2014 Members Report Posted June 23, 2014 Is this used to burnish the edges or just to burn around the edges? Quote
Members mrtreat32 Posted June 26, 2014 Members Report Posted June 26, 2014 (edited) Is this used to burnish the edges or just to burn around the edges? curious as well. If anyone has tried these out I would love your hear feedback Edited June 26, 2014 by mrtreat32 Quote
Members veedub3 Posted June 27, 2014 Members Report Posted June 27, 2014 I purchased this set solely to use to add decorative lines to my work. I did however use the larger one on a leather wallet I made that the edges would otherwise be difficult to burnish along with edge paint, then heat sealed it. I worked great, but I happen to not like that look as it looks "plasticky" to me, although many high end brands use that method. I have never done it on regular veg tan as I follow the Bob Parks method, but I don't see why it wouldn't work. Karina Quote "The only man who makes no mistake, is the man who does nothing." Theodore Roosevelt
Members JanC Posted June 27, 2014 Members Report Posted June 27, 2014 Would you mind posting photos of what you mean? Also, is the process to paint the edges (Edgekote?) then heat seal? Thanks. Quote
Members mrtreat32 Posted June 27, 2014 Members Report Posted June 27, 2014 Im interested as well. There is also another tool in this thread that I found searching this subject. One guy posted pictures and his results looked really nice but the thread seemed to just end without any further info. here it is. http://leatherworker.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=38750&page=6 http://www.woodcraft.com/product/2001813/2546/tool-kit-10-in-1.aspx#ProdInformationTab this is the tool and comes with multiple attachments. also on ebay I saw these which look interesting.. curious if anyone has used them. Look like the wooden dremel burnishers with different size grooves. http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/331208933594?lpid=82 Quote
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