Members hackish Posted October 25, 2016 Members Report 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
Members TinkerTailor Posted October 25, 2016 Members Report 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 "If nobody shares what they know, we will eventually all know nothing." "There is no adventure in letting fear and common sense be your guide"
Members cdthayer Posted October 25, 2016 Members Report Posted October 25, 2016 1 hour ago, TinkerTailor said: edge beveler slipped between the layers Good idea, Tinker. CD in Oklahoma Quote "I sew, I sew, so it's off to work I go....." My sewing machines:Adler 205-370 (Hand Crank), Adler 205-64 (Hand Crank), Consew 226 (Clutch/Speed Reducer), Singer 111G156 (Hand Crank or Clutch), Singer 111W153 (Clutch), Singer 20U33 (Clutch), Singer 78-3 Needlefeed (Treadle), Singer 20U (Treadle), Singer 29K70 (x2) (Both Treadle/Hand Crank), Singer 96-40 w/Darning Foot (Treadle), Singer 31-15 w/Roller Foot (Treadle), Singer 31-15 (Hand Crank), Singer 16-41 (Treadle), Singer 66-1 (Treadle/Hand Crank), Singer 201K4 (Treadle/Hand Crank), Singer 216G Zigzag (Treadle/Hand Crank), Singer 319W (Treadle)
Uwe Posted October 26, 2016 Report Posted October 26, 2016 A hook type blade in a utility knife might be worth a try: Or a safety carton cutter: Quote Uwe (pronounced "OOH-vuh" ) Links: Videos
Members hackish Posted October 27, 2016 Author Members Report 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
Members TinkerTailor Posted October 27, 2016 Members Report 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 "If nobody shares what they know, we will eventually all know nothing." "There is no adventure in letting fear and common sense be your guide"
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