full length leather apron

[utah leather]

had a guy ask about making him a full length leather apron  so he can use it when he does his sclupture work in Italay  , what weight of leather would I use for this and is there a pattern for one of these ?

[ChasCS]

You could always buy one, copy the dimensions and return it. 

http://www.leevalley.com/en/wood/page.aspx?p=70774&cat=1,43413,45989&ap=1

 

 

Chas

[480volt]

I made a full length apron for myself for blacksmithing. I used a pair of Carhartt bib overalls for a pattern for the upper half and just continued the line where the bibs button at the waist all the way down. Material was chrome tan maybe 4-6 oz. Upper edge was folded over and glued, then riveted with #12 solid copper rivets. Neck and waist straps are three strand braided lacing. Works great for blacksmithing, also great costume piece for reenactment.

[ChasCS]

Seems like for some, posting pics on these threads is a rarity... 

 

@480volt, Please share are a pic of your design. Thanks

 

I am a visual person, and like to see what you are describing.

 

Chas

Edited December 24, 2017 by ChasCS

[480volt]

Wanted to take a better photo, but here ya go, this is what I have on hand.

[ChasCS]

That looks like it will protect you well, working around your forge. Very nice. 

Thanks.

 

 

Chas

[utah leather]

50 minutes ago, 480volt said:

Wanted to take a better photo, but here ya go, this is what I have on hand.

I like it thanks for the pic