Moderator immiketoo Posted April 24, 2018 Moderator Report Posted April 24, 2018 2 hours ago, Stetson912 said: I know immiketoo would say cut less bevel more, meaning cutting lightly with a swivel knofe or not at all. so i would give it a try both ways (cutting light and heavy) and see which gives the best results. I would say that Maybe I should say cut correctly bevel the right amount? There are infinite combinations of this that will work, as long as you find what works for you. Quote Learnleather.com
Rockoboy Posted April 26, 2018 Report Posted April 26, 2018 Is this bevelling possibly done from both side of the leather? As in, bevelled the top side and also bevelled the back, then the back filled with ... something ... wax? Epoxy? Wadding? Quote Kindest regards Brian "Whether you think you can or whether you think you can't, you are right" Henry Ford Machines: Singer 201p, Kennedy, Singer 31K20, Singer 66K16 ("boat anchor" condition), Protex TY8B Cylinder Arm (Consew 227r copy), Unbranded Walking Foot (Sailrite LSV-1 copy)
JRLeather2 Posted April 26, 2018 Report Posted April 26, 2018 8-10 oz Wickett & Craig leather. Properly cased and beveled with a Tandy B803. Only tooled on the top. Quote
Boriqua Posted April 26, 2018 Report Posted April 26, 2018 I always cut in my line with 1/4 in swivel blade. For that technique I prefer the Square cut one and not the 45 angle for this as I can cut lines a bit straighter and get more blade in for a bit more exaggerated width. I have two smooth store bought bevelers, a b200 and a b935. The B935 is thinner but much steeper than the b 200. With my cut made I put my beveler in the cut and draw. If you want more just go back to the top of your line and draw again until you are happy. I get nice clean bevels with this method. I also made a tool from some brass rod that will bevel both sides of the cut. Same deal .. but a nice cut, fairly deep is needed to hold the tool. Then I just press and push until I am happy. Quote
Members DV8DUG Posted May 5, 2018 Members Report Posted May 5, 2018 On 4/26/2018 at 6:34 AM, JRLeather2 said: 8-10 oz Wickett & Craig leather. Properly cased and beveled with a Tandy B803. Only tooled on the top. Absolutely beautiful @JRLeather2 Absolutely beautiful... Quote I think of Chinese food when I think of life; That's sweet and sour. My life is sweet as saccharin. Ye Scurvy Dog. Swords, Weapons, Dungeon Furniture, Custom Leather Work, and More...
Members RegisD Posted May 5, 2018 Members Report Posted May 5, 2018 Beveling can be a challenge getting the casing just right sure helps. JRLeather2, WOW! beautiful beveling! Quote Handmade doesn't have flaws it's just built-in character.
Rockoboy Posted May 5, 2018 Report Posted May 5, 2018 On 26/04/2018 at 9:34 PM, JRLeather2 said: 8-10 oz Wickett & Craig leather. Properly cased and beveled with a Tandy B803. Only tooled on the top. Excellent job. I can only hope to be this good. Quote Kindest regards Brian "Whether you think you can or whether you think you can't, you are right" Henry Ford Machines: Singer 201p, Kennedy, Singer 31K20, Singer 66K16 ("boat anchor" condition), Protex TY8B Cylinder Arm (Consew 227r copy), Unbranded Walking Foot (Sailrite LSV-1 copy)
JRLeather2 Posted May 7, 2018 Report Posted May 7, 2018 Thanks for the kind words. I should also point out that was done with no swivel knife cuts and a single pass with the beveler. I also lean the beveler back to get the other line. Quote
Members SouthernCross Posted July 29, 2020 Members Report Posted July 29, 2020 On 4/26/2018 at 9:34 AM, JRLeather2 said: 8-10 oz Wickett & Craig leather. Properly cased and beveled with a Tandy B803. Only tooled on the top. I just came across this post wow searching for bevelers. This is as good as it gets, folks. Excellent work JL. Quote
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