My New Journey Starts with a Pony

[pegasi]

I have no clue what the heck you are doing but just want to show my support here bro gene.

加油！

[ten10]

Thx pegasi!
And relac88, you are correct.
To learn about my new product, I've decided to make my own tools, suited for the way I wish to make my straps.

This is my version of an Edge Beveller

It’s supposed to trim the leather edge at a 45deg angle but I guess I made it wrong. It now cuts! Going for Version2...
BTW, this was made from a claw-type screwdriver…modified ten10 style!

There’s more to come!

[ten10]

Another DIY leather crafting tool. This time it’s a metal thingy…

[ten10]

I think this is called a “Wing Divider” but mine is “Wingless”

This tool marks a stitching line parallel to the edge of the leather.

[dennistwc]

I think this is called a “Wing Divider” but mine is “Wingless”

This tool marks a stitching line parallel to the edge of the leather.

I like the way you modified the tools... Very creative..

[ten10]

Thx Dennis, just sharing with folks here to make some tools...

Here’s some pieces of MDF wood + washers + screws…

I will make this jig for…

[ten10]

I'm taking things slow now due to my health but managed to complete my...

Clamps

Hope this jig works to way I want it.

Will start one last tool before working on my actual watch straps!

[triton]

i wonder what you going to clamp

[pegasi]

I'll buy your prototype straps for half price, ok?

[gasmancc]

Exciting stuff u got there bro! Hope to see the finished products soon

[ten10]

@Triton; pls dun be like Ocean ok... always very kinky!

@pegasi; i'll contact you when its done!

@gasmancc; hope it'll not be anti-climax if i fail to please

cheers!

[ten10]

Some tools I’ve bought…
Hole punches, thonging chisel and strap-end punches, etc.



For those who are venturing into leather craft, you can easily make your own tools... not all of them lah!

[Oceanklassik]

Mr ten10, remember you mentioned all mods & owners of this forum will have exclusitivity?

[ten10]

Mr ten10, remember you mentioned all mods & owners of this forum will have exclusitivity?

Yes boss! Will keep you posted...

[ten10]

Jerk Needles are popular with ‘Ole Skool’ Leather craftsman for stitching and repair.

Here is my version made from an ear-pick (insert foto)


I bought the wooden handle from a local hardware shop and drilled a small hole to accommodate the thin ear-pick. Once it’s forced in, I glued the base of the thin metal with epoxy.

Next, using long-nose pliers, curl the tip and sharpen it such that it can pierce leather without problems. Since I don’t have a bench grinder, I had to sweat it out using my needle file.

Still a long journey to go...