An extra long jig like you suggest would probably take a major upcharge with shipping. I think 6 foot would be oversize with UPS and the box to ship it probably run 7-10 bucks a piece. Many of us get along fine with a 2x4 with slots cut in it to burnish belts. Nice idea, costs too much, and takes too much fiddling when a chunk of 2x4 and a few slots will do the same thing. It's just there to hold the belt vertical. This doesn't need to get complicated and expensive. You obviously have tools that you modified this jig with, grab a chunk of 2x4 and make your own jig. It's not very hard. I cut my slots on my table saw.
$125 in case anyone was wondering. A handy person could make something similar or even better for a fraction of that cost. But hey, a lot of us would rather just buy something. The mods you made were smart. Appreciate your videos. Would've liked to hear what you'd rate the jig out of 10.
Thank you for your comment! This is my first review video, a few things slipped my mind. I appreciate your feedback, and I will mention price, rating, and overall recommendation in my next one.
That's a good idea...the only problem that I potentially see with 2 of them is the longer insert pieces. Since they are roughly 10" longer than the bottom pieces, there would have to be a gap between the two jigs to accommodate the longer insert pieces. On the other hand, I could cut down one of the insert pieces...hmm...now you've got me thinking! Thanks for your comment!
Great question! More narrow belts could be put on the beveled side for sure, and it should work for most applications like applying dye, paint, and wax, but the wooden bevel may interfere with a burnishing tool. Thanks for commenting!
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Just got done making a belt. I can see how something like this would be a definite time saver for burnishing edges! Thanks for sharing!
It's worth every penny! You're welcome, and thanks for watching and commenting!
An extra long jig like you suggest would probably take a major upcharge with shipping. I think 6 foot would be oversize with UPS and the box to ship it probably run 7-10 bucks a piece. Many of us get along fine with a 2x4 with slots cut in it to burnish belts. Nice idea, costs too much, and takes too much fiddling when a chunk of 2x4 and a few slots will do the same thing. It's just there to hold the belt vertical. This doesn't need to get complicated and expensive. You obviously have tools that you modified this jig with, grab a chunk of 2x4 and make your own jig. It's not very hard. I cut my slots on my table saw.
Great idea! Thanks for sharing!
$125 in case anyone was wondering. A handy person could make something similar or even better for a fraction of that cost. But hey, a lot of us would rather just buy something.
The mods you made were smart. Appreciate your videos. Would've liked to hear what you'd rate the jig out of 10.
Thank you for your comment! This is my first review video, a few things slipped my mind. I appreciate your feedback, and I will mention price, rating, and overall recommendation in my next one.
You would probably be better served getting 2 of them than one huge one
That's a good idea...the only problem that I potentially see with 2 of them is the longer insert pieces. Since they are roughly 10" longer than the bottom pieces, there would have to be a gap between the two jigs to accommodate the longer insert pieces. On the other hand, I could cut down one of the insert pieces...hmm...now you've got me thinking! Thanks for your comment!
@@justanazareneleatherco turn the one around, so the tail piece where you put the knob is at the other end
why can't the narrower belts go in the beveled side ?won't they fit?
Great question! More narrow belts could be put on the beveled side for sure, and it should work for most applications like applying dye, paint, and wax, but the wooden bevel may interfere with a burnishing tool. Thanks for commenting!