What size edger?

[Leather2]

Hello, planing on making some knife sheaths out of 8oz leather. Should i use a #2 or #3 size edger? 
thanks in advance

[tsunkasapa]

That would depend on the size/thickness of the project. A bowie knife sheath would probably benefit from a #3. A patch knife, a #2. I find #2 to be the one I use most.

[McCarthy]

#2 will give you a nice rounded effect on two layers of leather, or a slightly squared edge if there is a welt. That is what I would use. You may want to use a #1 on areas where there is a single layer though. 

[Leather2]

Thank you, sounds like I should get a #2.

[zuludog]

As with any tool, there is a range of prices. RMLS sell Kyoshin Elle Pro Grooved Edger; I have one but I don't think much of it

Start with a Tandy Craftool Edge Beveler size 2  #8076-02. It is cheap, easy to use, easy to sharpen, and will do the job. You can always move on from that as you gain experience

Again, there are YT videos on using & sharpening edgers, and as you watch videos of people making items you'll see what & how

Some people follow up edge beveling with abrasive paper

Similarly, just get a simple, cheap edge burnisher; they get better as you use them; might try polishing them first, with very fine abrasive paper, say 1,000grit

You can use gum tragacanth for edge burnishing, but IMO Tokonole is better

[Leather2]

Thank you for all your help, can’t wait to get started!

[mike02130]

Not all edgers are numbered the same.  Palosanto #0 and Ron's Montana #1 and Barry king's #00 are all the same size.  They cut a round edge.  There are others that cut an angle.