Members Danne Posted November 29, 2020 Members Report Posted November 29, 2020 I start with a recommendation. Small silicone brushes. I use them both with waterbased and solvent based glues. I haven't used them a lot yet so can't answer how they will hold up against solvent based glue. But I usually wipe them off directly after I have applied glue. Quote
Contributing Member LatigoAmigo Posted November 29, 2020 Contributing Member Report Posted November 29, 2020 Nice thread @Danne. I had been giving thought to using a magic marker to apply color to my edges, but felt the available colors too limiting. Plus, I wondered if the water based colors used in magic markers might not hold up over time. Then, while visiting an art store, I found these refillable markers which can be used with any alcohol based dyes. Have been very happy with the results. Quote
Members Danne Posted November 29, 2020 Author Members Report Posted November 29, 2020 5 minutes ago, LatigoAmigo said: Nice thread @Danne. I had been giving thought to using a magic marker to apply color to my edges, but felt the available colors too limiting. Plus, I wondered if the water based colors used in magic markers might not hold up over time. Then, while visiting an art store, I found these refillable markers which can be used with any alcohol based dyes. Have been very happy with the results. That seems like an awesome solution. Quote
Members Handstitched Posted November 30, 2020 Members Report Posted November 30, 2020 "Recommend a tool you like that is not mainly used for leathercraft" I use large 5mm square or ' O' rings instead of a bone folder to mold cases etc. I use the curved wood handles on my bevellers instead of a slicker to burnish ( ideal for tight curves & corners, holes etc. ) I use an old dried out biro or the tip of a pencil , dipped in dye for intricate details, instead of a brush. I use Q tips ( ear buds) for gluing small leather items, detailed parts etc. . They're disposable and cheap as . Does that count? HS Quote ' I have a very gweat friend in Wome called Biggus Dickus, He has a wife you know, do you know whats she's called? Incontinentia.......Incontinentia Buttocks '
Members jcuk Posted November 30, 2020 Members Report Posted November 30, 2020 (edited) I use wooden Golf tees for burnishing buckle tongue slots had the same ones for 25 years, also use a ski/snowboard scraper to help finish some edges to hide the join on some pieces of work cost £4. JCUK Edited November 30, 2020 by jcuk Quote
Members Sheilajeanne Posted November 30, 2020 Members Report Posted November 30, 2020 (edited) I use popsicle sticks for spreading glue! I also use a dried up ball point pen for transferring patterns from tracing paper to leather. Handstitched, that's what you call a Biro, right? Edited November 30, 2020 by Sheilajeanne Quote
Lobo Posted December 1, 2020 Report Posted December 1, 2020 Probably the most useful tool in the shop was always a bench-top drill press. Used as a drill to remove broken snaps or rivets. Various size drum sanders for edge dressing. Chuck in a hard felt polishing bob for edge burnishing. I can't think of a single tool that did so many things or was used more often. Quote Lobo Gun Leather serious equipment for serious business, since 1972 www.lobogunleather.com
Members Handstitched Posted December 1, 2020 Members Report Posted December 1, 2020 16 hours ago, Sheilajeanne said: use popsicle sticks for spreading glue! I also use a dried up ball point pen for transferring patterns from tracing paper to leather. Handstitched, that's what you call a Biro, right? Yep, spot on . I like the popsicle stick idea . HS Quote ' I have a very gweat friend in Wome called Biggus Dickus, He has a wife you know, do you know whats she's called? Incontinentia.......Incontinentia Buttocks '
Members Sheilajeanne Posted December 1, 2020 Members Report Posted December 1, 2020 Lobo, wish I had a drill press! Have tried using a regular drill for burnishing - didn't work very well! If I were handier with woodworking, I'd likely be able to make a stand for the drill, and that would make things easier. Quote
Members MarlinDave Posted December 1, 2020 Members Report Posted December 1, 2020 I use fired rifle brass for punches. When they get dull or bent I toss them and get another. .223 best for Chicago screws. Quote
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