gottaknow Report post Posted July 31, 2015 Hi folks, I'm wondering what if any tool or machine can be used for removing the hair from the edge of sheepskin so that it can be machine sewn, with or without binding. We're using it on down jackets around the rim of the hood. I'm thinking high quality electric shears with a vacuum attachment. Anyone? Thanks in advance. Regards, Eric Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EquusCustomLeathers Report post Posted July 31, 2015 Yup...animal clippers will do it. Just be sure to use a fairly coarse blade so it will go through it easier. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gottaknow Report post Posted September 4, 2015 Thought I'd share my solution to trimming the edges of sheepskin hood trim for down jackets we're making in the factory. We had about 900 of these to do before the binding could be put on with a Singer 153k. After binding, the trim gets buttons and is fitted into the brim of the hood. That way it's removable. The clipper are heavy duty Wahl, made in the USA. I fashioned a guide out of an old presser foot which follows the edge of the ruler to trim exactly 1/2" of the hair off. The clamp is raised with an air cylinder controlled with a knee switch. The vacuum is routed through a momentary foot switch for hands free operation. We're half way through the 900 with no issues other than keeping the clipper oiled. These are amazing clippers by the way. Regards, Eric Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billybopp Report post Posted September 5, 2015 That's a slick solution to a hairy problem! Bill Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
