ITCL Report post Posted September 22, 2016 what is the best knife to do filigree work, such as belts? Any suggestions out there? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheCyberwolfe Report post Posted September 22, 2016 The sharpest thing you can get your hands on. After that, it depends on how small an area you need to cut. Denny over at SLC recommends using a straight punch or chisel (or maybe a sharpened flat-blade screwdriver) as a way of avoiding those little fuzzy fibers you sometimes get even with the sharpest knife. Then there's laser cutters... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TinkerTailor Report post Posted September 22, 2016 I have a couple suggestions, One is to post a topic once and then keep using that same thread. You asked this question a while ago here and got an answer from me and a good one from Bob. Look at his work, he knows what he is saying. Asking which knife is best is like asking what is best for punching holes in leather? How big are the holes? What shape are they? What thickness of leather? Do you have a tool-style preference? You are going to use a different style and shape of knife for long straight cuts than you are going to use for tight scroll work. You are also going to go through 3-4 knives if not more before you find the perfect one for you. Doing inside corners cleanly with a knife can be difficult, so many use a punch or chisel to square off inside corners. That is why i posted the pic of the chinese shape punches. This knife is well regarded for detail work, however for me the handle is too small and i get hand cramps. http://www.fineleatherworking.com/indispensable-knife Personally I find it easier to reshape the blade of a knife with a handle that fits my hand than the other way around. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
