This is a sample for a short video Eric. The full article is available to read at www.leathercraftmasterclass.com/forum-1

This is one of the more complex courses, so it will be 4 parts in total.

You're welcome!

Hello. All the courses come combined in one package. This is because many of the courses will reference other courses for specific skills.

For more information on the machine and delivery costs, please follow the link in the description box above. Many thanks 👍

Do you have a spare horse?

Difficulty finding companies to produce it for a price customers would be willing to pay, starting costs, time and energy. I already run a business, so going all in on a product that may not workout is one risk too many.

You're most welcome! 😊

Hello John. You are correct, yes.

Check out Abbey England. Buckleguy may also have it, not too sure.

Ok next time

Thank you Frank

Hello Alan. The range is in Kent, UK. The area you see is only one of the practice areas by the car park. The course itself is in 35 acres of woodland with 42 3D targets. The Beginner Class is a VERY basic foundation course for newcomers. It's designed to be incredibly simple, showing you how to saddle stitch by working up to that skill level gradually. It also comes with a Tool Buyers Guide and Leather Selection Video, showing you what tools you need and how to select leather based on quality. The class comes with a refund guarantee if not satisfied. Philip

@@LeathercraftMasterclass Thank you Philip.

@@LeathercraftMasterclass I am enjoying the videos. I like how you break down simple tasks in their separate elements, very slowly. I call that the 'French' method compared to the 'US' method which is short and to the point, but in your case it is the "British' method unless you prefer a different name or just say the "Finch' method ;-). In any case they are great videos. Thank you for saving the knowledge of these age-old techniques that used to be passed solely from school to student. I know, I attended the Hermes school in Paris, called at the time L'école de l'Abbé Grégoire. I believe the name is different today (something like the institute of ? can't remember right this second) but their purpose is the same. I decided to not work for Hermès, something (everything actually) to do with how much hermès workers are paid and the fact I would not be able to buy the bags I made or much anything for that matter. But that's another story.

@@alainbriot Thank you Alain, I appreciate the feedback. That's a very interesting story indeed, thank you for sharing it with us!

@@LeathercraftMasterclass You are welcome Philip. I am enjoying the 'Beginning' video classes. I do plan to get the advanced classes later on. Right now I have a question: which awl are you using in the Sewing with an Awl tutorial? Thanks!

If you are new to leathercraft, I wouldn't recommend it. It's notoriously hard to work with, and even for a small hide, you're looking at a £500 or more for a single skin. Look on eBay for offcuts, but don't be tempted by cheap hides from overseas. You'll need a CITES permit otherwise.

Thanks for watching!

Thanks Robert. Yeah, I was thinking about using Sam Browne studs, but I was envisioning having difficulty securing them with one hand. Also, if the bracer shifts forward you'd lose tension as a forearm tapers down (assuming they're connected to leather straps). I'm sure there's a way, I just went with bungee for simplicity really. As for the quiver, that's a bigger project for another time I think :D

Ah, small world! Yeah that would look cool. I'd love to see it when you're done.

No problem, looking forward to getting on to it.

Exactly that!

Great suggestion!

www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acetal Get well soon

Thank you. Glad it was helpful Richard!

Thank you. It's a Joseph Dixon saddlers hammer. One of the last to leave the factory before it closed. You can find them from time to time on eBay. The turned edge wrap was my own addition.

Great answer!

Yoo no liek my bla bla? Maybe yoo go tok sumone else..😊

That's awesome to hear Ralph! A sharp blade makes such a difference

Glad it helps!

Thank you for your interest.The video course on making an attaché case is available at www.leathercraftmasterclass.com/

Hi Philip, I want to make one of these. However, I live in a small apartment and cannot make much noise. Do you offer a Kit? Cheers, Gerardo

@@ViaAvione No kits I'm afraid Via.

You're welcome! Same place, Metallic Elephant. I think the set was around £500 at the time.

Try lowering the blade angle (lay it flatter) to get a little more friction. As long as the very edge still makes contact with the strop, it'll sharpen it. Alternatively, get the NT Cutter rotary knife, you've seen it works..

Thx, @@LeathercraftMasterclass, I’ll try again!

Plywood?

Balsa wood maybe? It's like plywood but lighter, and easier to cut.

Awesome!

Glad to hear it Johnny!

Hope you enjoy it!

:D

We are born with 3 innate fears, falling, loud noises and scary sharp edges! :D

If you're happy slapping one layer of edge paint on and calling it good, I agree. But tell me that after the 4th layer of edge paint with an hour in between for drying time and sanding. Can you tell I don't like edge paint lol?

@@LeathercraftMasterclass ya I'm getting the feeling you don't like edge paint... but it looks so good when done right. Time consuming, I agree.

Do you have a link? Send me some pics of what you made 👍

Great tip!

Glad to help!

Glad it was helpful!

I don't see how momentary heat would improve the finish, but it may be worth you giving it a try to see if makes any difference.