what do you use to make your stitching line

[bcraig]

What tool do you prefer to make your stitch line ?

[chiefjason]

Just picked up an adjustable creaser and really like it. 

https://www.springfieldleather.com/Creaser-Adjustable-HD-Large

 

Before that I used an adjustable groover.

https://www.springfieldleather.com/Groover-Stitching-Adjustable

 

 

 

 

[bcraig]

4 minutes ago, chiefjason said:

Just picked up an adjustable creaser and really like it. 

https://www.springfieldleather.com/Creaser-Adjustable-HD-Large

 

Before that I used an adjustable groover.

https://www.springfieldleather.com/Groover-Stitching-Adjustable

 

 

 

 

I really like that Creaser,if it will create a a groove for the stitches and not cut the leather that sounds good.

[garypl]

13 minutes ago, bcraig said:

I really like that Creaser,if it will create a a groove for the stitches and not cut the leather that sounds good.

I have the creaser but I normally use a wing divider to mark my stitching lines.  Seems easier to me.

Gary

[bcraig]

4 minutes ago, garypl said:

I have the creaser but I normally use a wing divider to mark my stitching lines.  Seems easier to me.

Gary

Does the wing divider cut the leather?
Is it easier to make curves with ?

[garypl]

2 minutes ago, bcraig said:

Does the wing divider cut the leather?
Is it easier to make curves with ?

No, it does not cut the leather - just marks a thin line.  I often dampen the leather first to make a heavier line.  It is easier to make curves because it is a sharp point.

I only use a crease to make decorative lines, normally on straight edges.

 

[Hildebrand]

I have been back and forth between the creaser and groover, I think I like the groover better.  May be my eyes but I have a harder time following the creaser line than I do the groove. 

[TargetRockLeather]

Keep in mind that part of the reason for a groove rather than just a simple line is that the stitching lays inside the groove which helps to protect the thread from abrasion. That might not be a concern for some projects, but for items such as a sheath or holster where it is likely to rub against clothing and other gear it does provide some degree of protection.

[LeatherLegion]

I am using either Tandy's Craftool Pro Groover with the modelling spoon or the 2 prong stitching irons 

[bcraig]

9 minutes ago, garypl said:

No, it does not cut the leather - just marks a thin line.  I often dampen the leather first to make a heavier line.  It is easier to make curves because it is a sharp point.

I only use a crease to make decorative lines, normally on straight edges.

 

Will it mash a groove deep enough for the stitching to be recessed ?

[Tugadude]

Wing dividers for really thin leather.  On other projects I've used creasers and groovers.  If you don't use too much pressure a groover makes a scratch, not a groove.

If you want recessed stitching use a groover and remove leather.  Just making a dent is no good because the leather will expand eventually, eliminating the recess.

[bcraig]

Thanks to all for your input