kjcreamer Report post Posted November 17, 2016 1. I have two styles of hand creasers that I heat up using a burner. I've never been happy with the results. Why don't they make a hand tool that you can heat (I've see the wooden ones but obvs no heat) with one side longer to ensure the line stays even? This would help going around a curve because you could keep pressure on edge to to stay consistent. I understand that practice helps but I've been "practicing" this A LOT for 1 1/2 yr and still go off course/wobble. Also since you have to sort of angle the tool yourself to accommodate this the line isn't as sharp on one side because it's not perpendicular. Am I expecting too much? 2. I've only used veg tan and just ordered my first couple sides of English Bridle from Wickett and Craig to make messenger bags (had to save up the $ and improve my skills enough to warrant the jump to better quality leather over Tandy stuff). Recommendation for best creaser to work on leather that has been hot stuffed? Just heat and go like I do with veg? 3. I just started to explore electric creasers online. Never used one but since the bridle isn't struck through, I will need to edge paint which I've done by hand with some decent results on thicker veg. I also plan to move into making bags with thinner chrome tanned leathers (floppier leather will be difficult to sand multiple times to apply edge paint well). It appears this product from fineleatherworking.com will do edges AND creases: http://www.fineleatherworking.com/leather-electric-creaser But...the price...oh my...can't do it. ($600 for unit and $140 or more for EACH tip). So I found this https://www.campbell-randall.com/shop/index.php?route=product/product&path=74_110&product_id=14436 at Campbell Randall for $225 and roughly $42 for each tip. Now I still can't afford this yet but has anyone used it? 4. Then I checked out eBay and found these http://www.ebay.com/itm/Leather-Brass-Soldering-Iron-Tip-Press-Edge-Sector-Marking-Creaser-Decorate-Tool/371747551454?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D39107%26meid%3D8c42ff24045d491eb9f1efcbfa20635c%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D172153479805 Could I buy a generic soldering iron and use these? If so how would these attach? I know many of you also have wood shops and metal shops to make and shape tools. Unfortunately this isn't something I know how to do but if I had enough directions and didn't have to buy a ton of expensive tools I'd be willing to try/learn. Basically I own a drill, Dremel tool, and some hand tools and that's it. I know...not a lot to work with. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikermutt07 Report post Posted November 17, 2016 I'll be watching for answers. https://www.etsy.com/listing/211974924/electric-leather-tools-copper-edge?ref=similar_listings_row Saw this one on etsy the other day. I've never used any of them. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikermutt07 Report post Posted November 22, 2016 I found this today at Michaels mj design. I imagine hobby lobby also has them. This one was 30 bucks and has a temperature adjustment, but it didn't have an actual creaser tip. I don't know if there is a standard size they all follow or not. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kjcreamer Report post Posted November 23, 2016 Well I bought the Campbell Randall after all but haven't received it yet. I'll post what I think after I've used it some. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thefanninator Report post Posted November 23, 2016 (edited) I have the Regad electric creaser. I got mine from RMLS. https://www.rmleathersupply.com/collections/machines/products/electric-edging-tool With some practice & experimenting you can get great creases on almost any leather. The most important features needed would be adjustable temps and the right creaser tips. I also use it to melt paraffin wax and paint to finish edges. It takes several coats and lots of sanding. Here's an edge finished with Fenice paint. I tried the wood burner thing but none of the tips worked very well. Mine didn't have adjustable temps either. Edited November 23, 2016 by thefanninator Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kjcreamer Report post Posted November 24, 2016 I think your edge turned out fantastic. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AKT Report post Posted October 28, 2018 On 11/21/2016 at 8:52 PM, bikermutt07 said: I found this today at Michaels mj design. I imagine hobby lobby also has them. This one was 30 bucks and has a temperature adjustment, but it didn't have an actual creaser tip. I don't know if there is a standard size they all follow or not. Hello! Can you please advise if Michael's Versa-Tool was good for finishing edges? Thank you! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikermutt07 Report post Posted October 30, 2018 On 10/28/2018 at 5:01 PM, AKT said: Hello! Can you please advise if Michael's Versa-Tool was good for finishing edges? Thank you! Sorry, I haven't actually used it yet. My hobby room is still disassembled. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
myjtp Report post Posted November 7, 2018 On 10/29/2018 at 10:50 PM, bikermutt07 said: Sorry, I haven't actually used it yet. My hobby room is still disassembled. Just ordered one today ill pick it up and give it a little test run! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ohboy Report post Posted March 3, 2019 Solder Irons for stained glass. They make some high quality irons that are temperature adjustable and would probably work fine with the tips listed on ebay. You'll still have a couple of hundred in a good soldering iron that's adjustable. You'll probably be guessing to get the correct wattage as soldering irons generally adjust well and work within a certain temperature range. Being a bit of an oddball I have built pyrography pens, hot wax sculpture tools and that's pretty much what the fine leather working tool is...a home made tool. Having built a few I wouldn't question the durability of the unit or the quality of the tips, you can obviously see the quality of those beautifully polished tips and you just know they would produce a first rate finish. The high price is because it's not a mass produced unit. I would wager the Randall tips are nicer than the ebay version and you'll probably be getting more for your money. You'll have to show us how well the Randall works for you Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TsStudioLeather Report post Posted May 29, 2019 On 11/7/2018 at 6:48 AM, myjtp said: Just ordered one today ill pick it up and give it a little test run! Hey myjtp, did you ever try that tool? Did it work? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
