Members plinkercases Posted July 3, 2016 Members Report Posted July 3, 2016 (edited) I have a design for a sheath that needs several 1/4 inch holes and I was wondering if there is a punch that is more tubular for a greater depth. I.e. will punch multiple layers (I will use the arbor press) and keep the hole tubular rather than wider a the top due to compression outwards as the punch wall thickens.. I need a constant opening top and bottom as I then install a eyelet. On the heaviest version I use 2 layers of 10-11 so total possible is equal to 20-22 oz. Is there an off the self piece for is likely a custom made tool? My other option to make a jig so if I punch the layers separately the holes are always aligned. Thanks in advance for any experience or suggestions shared. Edited July 3, 2016 by plinkercases Quote "Oh my God....I beseech thee grant me the grace to remain in Thy Presence; and to this end do Thou prosper me with Thy assistance, receive all my works, and possess all my affections" Brother Lawrence c.1614-1691 plinkercases.ca
Members Matt S Posted July 3, 2016 Members Report Posted July 3, 2016 I would use a brad point drill, with the drill set for a slow speed. Quote
Troy I Posted July 3, 2016 Report Posted July 3, 2016 I would use a drill bit, also. Quote TroyImler's LeatherBentonville, VA 22610 http://www.ebay.com/usr/imlers_leather
Members plinkercases Posted July 4, 2016 Author Members Report Posted July 4, 2016 Yup the brad point was one of my previous methods but for some reason I am adverse to drilling leather... but it is the best way to go then so be it. Thanks folks. Quote "Oh my God....I beseech thee grant me the grace to remain in Thy Presence; and to this end do Thou prosper me with Thy assistance, receive all my works, and possess all my affections" Brother Lawrence c.1614-1691 plinkercases.ca
Troy I Posted July 4, 2016 Report Posted July 4, 2016 The only thing with drilling is that you have to "clean" up the hole on the exit side after drilling...it usually comes out ragged. Quote TroyImler's LeatherBentonville, VA 22610 http://www.ebay.com/usr/imlers_leather
RockyAussie Posted July 5, 2016 Report Posted July 5, 2016 Not sure if this will help but I often use hand punches in a hand battery drill when i have to get through rugged stuff and a lot of it.Leaves a nice clean hole when pushed into cutting board.When material is extra thick I just put the hand punch in drill and grind the outer of the punch down thinner whilst it rotates. Quote Wild Harry - Australian made leather goodsYouTube Channel Instagram
Members plinkercases Posted July 6, 2016 Author Members Report Posted July 6, 2016 Good ideas folks thanks. Quote "Oh my God....I beseech thee grant me the grace to remain in Thy Presence; and to this end do Thou prosper me with Thy assistance, receive all my works, and possess all my affections" Brother Lawrence c.1614-1691 plinkercases.ca
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