tontotex Report post Posted April 10, 2015 Hi I am interested in buying a skiving machine and am looking for advice as to which maker and model i should buy. I will mostly be skiving 3/5 oz leather for bags and light luggage. The machine will not be used all day 5 days a week . thanks for your help ac Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ferg Report post Posted April 11, 2015 From my experience, The best is probably a Fortuna. Occasionally you can find a used one in fair condition, parts are expensive as was the machine when it was new. I looked at and researched a number of skiving machines and came to one conclusion, 95% available new, are clones of the Fortuna made in China. If possible go to a dealer and look at one and try it with some leather you intend to use. They have a high learning curve and can be one of the most frustrating machines you will ever own. In the end, you will be amazed at how great the machine works and what a time saver. ferg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
