Tool pouch with firesteel

[singteck]

Hi everyone,

I have made 2 of these (RH model) on request and this one is the third one (LH model). Just want to see what everyone thinks of it and gauge the market respond.

Thank you for looking.

singteck

 

[synoptic]

Thats a really nice pouch

What kind of price are you looking at for something like that? Like the firesteel holder as well, it's a neat addition that doesn't ruin the look of the pouch as a whole.

Good work!

 

[singteck]

Sorry edited

 

[sam_acw]

Pretty inspiring. I should plan one around my SAK

 

[singteck]

If you need some help, let me know

singteck

 

[leon-b]

very nice i also love the firesteel holder
leon

 

[Ed]

This is bordering on a commercial post.... expect to get a pm from the Mods or an admin mate Or read the forum rules.... especially about no commercial posting.

Ed

 

[singteck]

Opps sorry. I am not selling actually.

 

[Ed]

Yeah I know mate, but others have been stopped from using BCUK for this kind of market re-search and I know as an ex-admin here I'd get about 15 posts from people asking why you are allowed to do it and they were not... hence a complete blanket ban on commercial posts on the forum.

If people are interested in getting you to make one for them, they can always send you a pm... thats fine... just keep it off the forum.

Ed

 

[singteck]

Right. Then lets delete this thread please.

Mods.... help needed.

singteck

 

[Ed]

No... seriously mate.... its ok... leave the thread in place so people can see what you are up too and pm you if you are interested. I just didn't want someone to ask 'can you make one for me... how much' and you falling foul of the forum rules by replying.

They do look good mind, so keep up the good work.... and sorry if I seem to be comming down heavy, I dont mean to be, just trying to save the staff alot of agro before it starts.... as that was the reason Ileft... all the agro

Maybe you should have a chat with Tony about the makers market forum... there is a seperate user group for those that make stuff and they are allowed to sell small amounts on their forum (The Makers Market) .... it is for hobbyist makers only like you and not for big commercial sellers.

Sorry again if I sound like a pain

Ed

 

[singteck]

No... seriously mate.... its ok... leave the thread in place so people can see what you are up too and pm you if you are interested. I just didn't want someone to ask 'can you make one for me... how much' and you falling foul of the forum rules by replying.

They do look good mind, so keep up the good work.... and sorry if I seem to be comming down heavy, I dont mean to be, just trying to save the staff alot of agro before it starts.... as that was the reason Ileft... all the agro

Maybe you should have a chat with Tony about the makers market forum... there is a seperate user group for those that make stuff and they are allowed to sell small amounts on their forum (The Makers Market) .... it is for hobbyist makers only like you and not for big commercial sellers.

Sorry again if I sound like a pain

Ed

It's ok mate... I understand don't want to offend or upset anyone. Thanks for letting me know.

singteck

 

[Big John]

Excellent work mate, very nice indeed.

I'm curious about how you've stiched the side panels in - can you explain/get a decent pic of the inside?

Thanks,

 

[Big John]

Just seen your inside pic on the flickr site - still can't work out what you've done though - I can't see the stiching at all on it!!

 

[singteck]

Just seen your inside pic on the flickr site - still can't work out what you've done though - I can't see the stiching at all on it!!

The sides are sort of butt joined to the front and back. The stitches are at 45° through the leather from the side.

not the best picture sorry

singteck

 

[Squidders]

That really is quite lush! :You_Rock_

 

[Simon E]

Wonderful stuff, I really envy those with these kinds of skills. My hat goes off to you sir.

On another note regarding 'market response' How about a small sub section in the hobby makers section called the 'Dip stick' It will be posted by the Hobby Maker with some pictures and it will be a yes or no poll only. This way they get an idea without actually trying to hawk stuff and upsetting the apple cart. If Tony can agree to a fee for this it might work out nicely. I am sure people on here would like to see what is available from makers that have a keen interest in this subject.

 

[singteck]

Thank you everyone.

 

[Big John]

The sides are sort of butt joined to the front and back. The stitches are at 45° through the leather from the side.

not the best picture sorry

singteck

Thanks, I can see what you mean from the pic, but how do you make the holes? You show the stitches curved - do you use a curved awl?

Sorry for all the questions but I've never had much luck with using an awl really - I can just about manage straight holes through two bits of leather but this is something completely different. Is there a trick - wet the leather maybe? I assume you glue first to hold the shape whilst you're stabbing/stitching?

Thanks again,

 

[singteck]

Thanks, I can see what you mean from the pic, but how do you make the holes? You show the stitches curved - do you use a curved awl?

Sorry for all the questions but I've never had much luck with using an awl really - I can just about manage straight holes through two bits of leather but this is something completely different. Is there a trick - wet the leather maybe? I assume you glue first to hold the shape whilst you're stabbing/stitching?

Thanks again,

No need for a curved awl. I think the most important thing is the awl must be round in cross section. Don't use a stitching awl. And the taper on the awl must be small with a diameter not more the 2mm at the widest. Most awl that I find in the market are too large. Best to make one from a big needle.

The curve hole is not compulsary. you can just ***** it straight through. I ***** the hole in 2 steps. First, ***** down slightly at 60° and the change the angle to 45° and ***** through the side. This ensure the top have better support with more leather to hold the thread.

Practice is important. You have no idea how many side pieces I have to cut because I split the leather while pricking. :bluThinki

If you want a demo, you can always come over to my place. I can show you how to do it.

singteck

EDIT: oh I find that the stitch grover helps alot in pricking the hole. It removes the surface grain so the leather is less likely to tear. And I think it just looks better