Dogfisher Report post Posted April 27, 2021 I want to make my own version of Galen Leather's Medic Bag and I have created a 3-D pattern with tape and posterboard. What do I need to consider as far as accounting for leather thickness. I'm thinking the leather will be around 5-6 oz. I have made some totes and zipper pouches but this is a little trickier and I don't want to waste too much of my good leather. I also need to reinforce the panel for holding pens. I've seen a few youtube videos about accounting for thickness but I thought I would throw it out to you guys for some real advice. Here's a link to the bag. https://www.galenleather.com/collections/writers-medic-bag/products/writers-medic-bag-crazy-horse-tan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HaloJones Report post Posted April 27, 2021 I don’t have a formula but you could use. Packing boxes / corrugated card for a comparable thickness? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dogfisher Report post Posted April 27, 2021 That's actually what I was thinking. Thanks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rahere Report post Posted April 28, 2021 You want about 2-3mm space for where the leather hinges, on the front flap in particular but also on the lid. The other corners can be channelled in the flesh side to within 1mm of the grain side, then reinforced with glue once in position. Aluminium angle can be a lifesaver here., inside and out with gentle clamping. I've some long-reach C-clamps for bottom corners, but you could cut toggle clamps from ply quite cheaply. If it's for medical use, you'll need to rethink the fittings a bit, though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
