hackish Report post Posted October 25, 2016 I'm wondering what you guys use for seam ripping when sewing with ultra heavy thread T-350. I've killed a lot of the heavy duty seam rippers and working with nylon webbing I can't use a knife in the same way that I assume someone could with leather. The long point always snaps since the thread doesn't give very much. Part of the problem is the ultra-low quality of the tool. Paying more seems to just add accessories to the handle (rubber, cap, etc). I have several knives but working on certified webbing with a knife is a no-no. With a ripper I can at least verify that it's only the thread I've caught before cutting it. Is there a preferred brand for commercial use or should I just go get me some tool steel??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TinkerTailor Report post Posted October 25, 2016 Depending on the style of tool, an edge beveler slipped between the layers works, you just run the stitches between the toes. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cdthayer Report post Posted October 25, 2016 1 hour ago, TinkerTailor said: edge beveler slipped between the layers Good idea, Tinker. CD in Oklahoma Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Uwe Report post Posted October 26, 2016 A hook type blade in a utility knife might be worth a try: Or a safety carton cutter: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hackish Report post Posted October 27, 2016 (edited) I like the idea of the bevel tool. Maybe I can find a cheap wood carving chisel and make a v-shaped cutter. The other issue is taking stitches off through the top when the seam can't be spread. I guess I'll just have to grab some tool steel and make one. Edited October 27, 2016 by hackish typo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TinkerTailor Report post Posted October 27, 2016 8 hours ago, hackish said: I like the idea of the bevel tool. Maybe I can find a cheap wood carving chisel and make a v-shaped cutter. The other issue is taking stitches off through the top when the seam can't be spread. I guess I'll just have to grab some tool steel and make one. A slot screwdriver with a 20-25 degree bend half way up the shaft works great, use a chainsaw file or better, a chainsaw sharpening stone for a dremel to put a curved edge into the tip, with a safety tow on each side. Wrap sandpaper around file to sharpen. Takes 10 minutes. Go to a swap meet/pawn shop and buy 4-5 slot screwdrivers with trashed tips for pennies on the dollar. You buy 4 because 2 will break when you try to bend them Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
