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Made a couple watchbands 1st one is Ostrich with Wickett and Craig tan on the inside. The 2nd Is burgundy bridle from Wickett and Craig with a Tan underside. I didn't realize the time that goes into making one. 4 hours per band. 

 

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Very nice.  I had thought about making some.  Still some tools I would need to buy, but wow, 4 hours??  That's a lot of time.  I really like the tan one.  Great job.

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On 1/7/2022 at 11:56 AM, PastorBob said:

Very nice.  I had thought about making some.  Still some tools I would need to buy, but wow, 4 hours??  That's a lot of time.  I really like the tan one.  Great job.

Thank you, I agree it shocked me how much time goes into such a small piece. But was a fun project

 

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Also an alligator band.

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Nice!!! Great Job!

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I've done a number of watch bands and I have to say they can be difficult.  To me, the issue is there is so much work in such a relatively small article that there is nowhere to hide poor execution.  Every stitch better be spot-on or it stands out like a sore thumb.  So they are challenging to say the least.  

The other think I've noticed is that it seems to be more difficult to maintain a straight and even line of stitching on heavily textured leather.  That is especially noticeable when you use a contrasting color thread.

But I have to say there is a feeling of accomplishment when you put it all together.

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well done! I would need three pairs of glasses to make those. lol

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On 1/10/2022 at 7:22 AM, Bruce H said:

Nice!!! Great Job!

Thank you it was a fun challenge.

On 1/10/2022 at 8:10 AM, Tugadude said:

I've done a number of watch bands and I have to say they can be difficult.  To me, the issue is there is so much work in such a relatively small article that there is nowhere to hide poor execution.  Every stitch better be spot-on or it stands out like a sore thumb.  So they are challenging to say the least.  

The other think I've noticed is that it seems to be more difficult to maintain a straight and even line of stitching on heavily textured leather.  That is especially noticeable when you use a contrasting color thread.

But I have to say there is a feeling of accomplishment when you put it all together.

I agree with you 100%.

On 1/10/2022 at 10:35 AM, chuck123wapati said:

well done! I would need three pairs of glasses to make those. lol

Thank you, they do work the eyes.

 

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Tell me about the stitching. What tools and size did you use?

Looks great!

Thanks

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10 hours ago, Prestige593 said:

Tell me about the stitching. What tools and size did you use?

Looks great!

Thanks

Thank you, I used Weaver 3mm irons, and size 270 thread from my class 4 sewing machine. Then ran it through wax.

 

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