panchoskywalker Report post Posted December 10, 2016 Hello, I make watch leather straps and I've found that sometimes when I use minimal stitch the 2 pieces get unglue after a couple of weeks of use. I use Tear Mender. When that happens I apply loctite to fix the problem but I would like to find a glue that works from the beginning for this kind of use. Any suggestion? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MADMAX22 Report post Posted December 10, 2016 Masters imho. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gigi Report post Posted December 10, 2016 You can also try Renia top-fit (German brand) A very useful topic: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craftsman827 Report post Posted January 9, 2017 I've been using Barge Cement for many years. You have to get the one in the red can. It also comes in small tubes, which might be better for your small work. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
panchoskywalker Report post Posted January 9, 2017 17 minutes ago, craftsman827 said: I've been using Barge Cement for many years. You have to get the one in the red can. It also comes in small tubes, which might be better for your small work. You mean red and yellow can? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craftsman827 Report post Posted January 9, 2017 Just now, panchoskywalker said: You mean red and yellow can? Yes ! Barge has a lot of different types now , about 6 different types. Red & Yellow, Original formula. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
panchoskywalker Report post Posted January 9, 2017 Thanks, I will try that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craftsman827 Report post Posted January 9, 2017 1 minute ago, panchoskywalker said: Thanks, I will try that. Use 2 coats. Let the first coat dry for about 15 minutes, then apply 2nd coat let it become tacky, about 10- 15 minutes apply pressure. Must make sure glue is ready to set. Once you press it together, it's not coming apart ! I use clamps. Also make sure you rough up parts to be glued. If you ever glue on the grain side, you must rough it up. Hope I helped you. Let us know. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
immiketoo Report post Posted January 11, 2017 Barge and any benzine glue have toxic fumes. Renia is incredibly strong and is non toxic, plus its flexible. We have both in our shop. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MADMAX22 Report post Posted January 11, 2017 I tried Masters and will get some more again, performed better than barge and was easier to use. One layer and your done, two if you forget and let it totally dry. Its a little thicker than barge but wasnt an issue. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
panchoskywalker Report post Posted January 12, 2017 15 hours ago, immiketoo said: Barge and any benzine glue have toxic fumes. Renia is incredibly strong and is non toxic, plus its flexible. We have both in our shop. How is Renia compared to Tear mender? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
immiketoo Report post Posted January 12, 2017 Never heard of tear mender. I will also say this about reina. Its a little gooier than barge once it dries. Meaning you get some boogers on the edge, so go sparingly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
electrathon Report post Posted January 13, 2017 Nothing but good to say about Renia. I used to use Barge, till I used Renia. Get the Cologne de something kind. Awesome glue. Masters used to be repackaged Renia, but not for a few years now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thornton Report post Posted January 16, 2017 If the leather is oil tanned it can interfere with some glues holding power and length of time they will hold. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
