ScottEnglish Report post Posted September 6, 2020 Why are awls for making holes diamond shaped in section and not round? Ta. Scott Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Matt S Report post Posted September 6, 2020 8 minutes ago, ScottEnglish said: Why are awls for making holes diamond shaped in section and not round? To make slit shaped (rather than round) holes. In fact even a round awl will usually make a slightly raggedy slit shaped hole in leather, but with a diamond awl the hole is not only neatly and cleanly cut (rather than torn) but the angle of the slit is predictable and repeatable. This not only makes a neater, more professional appearance but with slanted stitch holes reduces the tendency for the leather to tear. This is especially the case for tighter/finer/closer stitching, as is common in English style saddlery. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ScottEnglish Report post Posted September 7, 2020 Thanks Matt S. Scott Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
