David Report post Posted January 4, 2009 (edited) This beast was made to resemble the old fashioned "pogo" seats from the 40's. The shape is close but could use some refinement. This seat seemed like it took forever to complete. I don't want to even mention how long it took to do the basketweave braid around the edge. More pics later.... I wanted to try out my new camera. Johanna, does it look familiar? Dave Theobald Edited January 4, 2009 by David Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David Report post Posted January 4, 2009 Here are a few more photos after the lacing was completed Dave Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sodapop Report post Posted January 4, 2009 (edited) thats a fine lookin big bossy seat there david!!...i think those old style seats are awesome, got character...so how looooooooooooooooong did it take to braid the sucker hehe j/k ;0) darryl Edited January 4, 2009 by sodapop Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TomSwede Report post Posted January 4, 2009 Way to go David! Love the two tone applique (as you prolly would have guessed) and the fingercarving is just AWSOME!!! Love those birdies!!!! Off course the whole seat rocks with it's delicious carving but hey, you're David and your seats are allways nice;-) Consistent as allways. I still haven't figured out the difference between a seat and a saddle;-) Tom Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David Report post Posted January 4, 2009 Way to go David!Love the two tone applique (as you prolly would have guessed) and the fingercarving is just AWSOME!!! Love those birdies!!!!Off course the whole seat rocks with it's delicious carving but hey, you're David and your seats are allways nice;-) Consistent as allways.I still haven't figured out the difference between a seat and a saddle;-)TomHey Tom,Not sure about Sweden but here in Ohio USA a seat goes on a bike, chair, etc....and saddles go on horses.....lolThanks for the kind words.Davethats a fine lookin big bossy seat there david!!...i think those old style seats are awesome, got character...so how looooooooooooooooong did it take to braid the sucker hehe j/k ;0)darrylHey Darryl,Probably close to 16 hours. I never thought I'd finish it.Dave Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MADMAX22 Report post Posted January 4, 2009 Thats nice, I like it. That is alot of lace Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kowboyboots Report post Posted January 4, 2009 That is really nice, I love the 2 types of lacing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Greybeard Report post Posted January 4, 2009 Dude U ROCK! I Could only Aspire to be as Great as You! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David Report post Posted January 4, 2009 I still have to add a finish to the seat. I'm thinking of going real simple on this one.... Just a coat of Lexol and then some Sheriday antiquing paste. Any suggestions? Dave Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyL1 Report post Posted January 5, 2009 That's way cool! I love the birds on the bottom. They remind me of a bad-ass hot rod pinstriping style. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Denise Report post Posted January 5, 2009 Hey Tom,Not sure about Sweden but here in Ohio USA a seat goes on a bike, chair, etc....and saddles go on horses..... So then, why do saddle bags end up on motorcyles? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sawyer Report post Posted January 5, 2009 Very Nice David! Them big seats take awhile ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David Report post Posted January 5, 2009 Here it is finished. Neetsfoot oil followed by Sheridan passte antique. No stain on the seat Thanks for checking it out Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bustedlifter Report post Posted January 5, 2009 Cool seat, Dave! What's it going on? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David Report post Posted January 5, 2009 Cool seat, Dave! What's it going on? This was ordered by the pan manufacturer. To answer your question, I don't know Dave Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mendedbowl Report post Posted January 5, 2009 very nice seat David, and your new camera works fine you always do such great seats. ken Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ladybug Report post Posted January 5, 2009 That is one beautiful seat !!! Man You have talent JoAnn Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tina Report post Posted January 5, 2009 That is one beautiful seat !!! Man You have talent JoAnn I Love your tooling David, and The coloring is sooo nice. Your work keep impressing me loads Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David Report post Posted January 6, 2009 Thank you all for the nice comments. They are always much appreciated. You keep me grounded and let me know if my "unusual" taste in artwork is getting off track. Thanks again, Dave Theobald Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BradB Report post Posted January 6, 2009 That is one nice seat David!! Did you draw the birds on the back of the seat yourself? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David Report post Posted January 6, 2009 That is one nice seat David!! Did you draw the birds on the back of the seat yourself? Hey Brad, The fingercut birds are from an old Stohlman book I believe.... Dave Theobald Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BradB Report post Posted January 6, 2009 Hey Brad,The fingercut birds are from an old Stohlman book I believe.... Dave Theobald I thought I remembered seeing it somewhere, Thanks!! You did an awesome job cutting them!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gibbsleatherworks Report post Posted January 6, 2009 I thought I remembered seeing it somewhere, Thanks!! You did an awesome job cutting them!! Ive seen it on this site and tried to duplicated it. Its harder than it looks. You did it beatifully Dave. Great saddle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sasquatch Report post Posted January 6, 2009 That is quite the seat Dave. I am also a big fan of the old school birds looks just like pinstripe style. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freak Report post Posted January 7, 2009 First off i just don't how i missed this big asnormous seat. LOL Another great job Dave. Love all the decor lacing and artwork. Here it is finished.Neetsfoot oil followed by Sheridan passte antique. This has become one of my fav looks and fits this seat very well. Nice call . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
