DaveP Report post Posted November 9, 2020 Looking for a recommendation for a V gouge tool. I'm mostly wanting to use on knife sheaths. I have the adjustable Tandy tool but don't like it. Suggestions? Thanks again Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OLESKIVER Report post Posted November 9, 2020 you might go to osborne leather working tools.com. they have an adj. v-gouge and 3 u shaped ones. their v gouge is patented. plus they have a bunch of other stuff you might like. they have been in business for 190 yrs. so, the only down side to them is that once you see their site and or get their catalog, you might experience the " Kid in the candy store" problem. hope this helps. sorry, web site is osborneleathertools.com weaver leather would be another source, but I don't know if they have different brand or also carry csosborne too. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fredk Report post Posted November 9, 2020 Depends on your needs. For a decent V I use either a wood carvers V chisel and steel straight edge or one of these for handiness https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/U-V-Shape-Stitching-Groover-Skiving-Edge-Beveler-Leathercraft-Tool-Kit-DSB1/174402085855?hash=item289b2ca3df:g:li8AAOSwmtJXT-Ss Here there is a discussion about improving the Tandy V gouge https://leatherworker.net/forum/topic/66381-problems-with-tandys-metal-v-gouge/?tab=comments#comment-433371 https://leatherworker.net/forum/topic/45416-tandy-adjustable-v-gouge-problems/?tab=comments#comment-285311 You could use a stitch groover as well Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jcuk Report post Posted November 9, 2020 Not sure if you can get these that side of the pond easy to maintain and sharpen. https://www.abbeyengland.com/abbey-american-race-486.html I have this one got it off EBAY works good, i know they are adjustable but you can go back to your gouge to take a bit more out if needed. https://www.abbeyengland.com/american-race-economy-1002.html Hope this helps JCUK Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
buzzardbait Report post Posted November 10, 2020 Rons makes a great gouge. Makers Leather Supply sells them. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaveP Report post Posted November 11, 2020 Thanks for the replies...I'll check all these out. Thanks again Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fredk Report post Posted November 13, 2020 On 11/9/2020 at 3:25 AM, DaveP said: Looking for a recommendation for a V gouge tool. I'm mostly wanting to use on knife sheaths. I have the adjustable Tandy tool but don't like it. Suggestions? I just spotted this one on ebay https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/V-shaped-Leathercraft-Edge-Beveler-Skiving-Craft-Tool-Leather-Beveler-Tools-DIY/164310336173 Looks to be adjustable afaik its not a new design but I've not seen a new version of it for many-a-year I think I'll buy one as I'm always looking for a good groover Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ABC3 Report post Posted November 14, 2020 DaveP, did you ever fine a V gouge tool ? I've got a couple in the shop. I'll send you one, if you still need it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaveP Report post Posted November 24, 2020 On 11/14/2020 at 10:12 AM, ABC3 said: DaveP, did you ever fine a V gouge tool ? I've got a couple in the shop. I'll send you one, if you still need it. I did not. Sorry haven't been on the forum lately. That's an awesome gesture! I'll message you. Thank you very much! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaveP Report post Posted December 6, 2020 Want to shout out a nice THANK YOU to ABC3!! I received your gouge tool yesterday. Just a few strokes on my strop and nice and sharp. It looks like a C.S. Osborne but not sure. Free of charge...great people on this forum! Turns out I've dealt with ABC3 through his leather business. Am I allowed to mention his business? Don't want to break any rules. Thanks again!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
