I got my strap cutter today and I’ll say this with all honesty, very fair price and it’s made well. I like to see and use tools that someone made and took the extra time to make the fit nice. I coulda bought one a few dollars cheaper and fast shipping but just looking at the pictures I felt they wouldn’t have been even half as nice as Weavers. Chuck as always, you inspire me and so many others, thanks buddy
I just ordered one yesterday, so I’m sure I’ll refer back to this video again. The first thing I’ll make with it, my 20-year-old replacement belt that held up quite nicely, but it is time! I kept buying belts that I thought would work, but they just weren’t built the same, so they weren’t comfortable sitting nor standing. After accidentally finding a leather crafting video, having a background in design, plus having learned a lot from my Mother the seamstress… I was like, “I can make that stuff too and replace my own belt!” 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
I think the one thing you might be missing in this video is what to do if you you don't have a straight edge to being with to put the cutter against. I suppose the best way is to make the first cut by hand using the straight edge/square, which could be troublesome for big cuts of leather on small tables
If you don't have a straight edge then, yes, you will have to make the first cut by hand and make it as straight as you can. We do offer straight edging when you purchase a hide from us should you need it 👍
I might add that Weaver has the best price on strap cutters, only $19.25 as of June 14, 2018. Everybody else charges $30+ for their versions. I use a Weaver strap cutter and it works just as Chuck has shown here.
I know this is an old video but i have a question, If you are using this for a light leather do you have any tips to make the process easier I have a suede thats 4-5 ounces that ive been struggling to use this for
Unfortunately the wooden strap cutter doesn't work well for softer leather like suede. Suede is best cut into straps using a long straight edge or if you're cutting lace, you can use a lace cutter: www.weaverleathersupply.com/products/leather-lace-cutter
How easy is it to strop/re-sharpen the blade on this strap cutter? I see Weaver sells replacements, but would like to figure out how long I can use one without doing so. Cheers!
any tips for setting the width? mine seems to keep wanting to pinch the leather and won't cut smoothly, and I've tried setting the blade different ways, nothing's worked so far
Hello, The audio seems to be working, maybe try to refresh your browser and see if that helps? You can also watch the video here www.weaverleathersupply.com/learn/how-to-videos/tools/working-with-the-wooden-strap-cutter
Chuck always has the best answers.
I got my strap cutter today and I’ll say this with all honesty, very fair price and it’s made well. I like to see and use tools that someone made and took the extra time to make the fit nice. I coulda bought one a few dollars cheaper and fast shipping but just looking at the pictures I felt they wouldn’t have been even half as nice as Weavers. Chuck as always, you inspire me and so many others, thanks buddy
I could watch this awesome guy all day, just for fun. Oh, and I’m learning the skills I need for this project, too! 😊
I just ordered one yesterday, so I’m sure I’ll refer back to this video again. The first thing I’ll make with it, my 20-year-old replacement belt that held up quite nicely, but it is time! I kept buying belts that I thought would work, but they just weren’t built the same, so they weren’t comfortable sitting nor standing. After accidentally finding a leather crafting video, having a background in design, plus having learned a lot from my Mother the seamstress… I was like, “I can make that stuff too and replace my own belt!” 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Great demonstration 👍Best tool ever made to make crafting so much easier👌
Just ordered mine yesterday, can’t wait to strap belts for my son!
Update- This worked great and my son loves his belts!
Thank you so much for making these videos. Very informative and interesting. You're a pleasure to listen to.
Thank you Choya for the comment. We appreciate your feedback!
That color looks nice on you
I think the one thing you might be missing in this video is what to do if you you don't have a straight edge to being with to put the cutter against. I suppose the best way is to make the first cut by hand using the straight edge/square, which could be troublesome for big cuts of leather on small tables
If you don't have a straight edge then, yes, you will have to make the first cut by hand and make it as straight as you can.
We do offer straight edging when you purchase a hide from us should you need it 👍
I might add that Weaver has the best price on strap cutters, only $19.25 as of June 14, 2018. Everybody else charges $30+ for their versions. I use a Weaver strap cutter and it works just as Chuck has shown here.
Indeed, I love this tool
Thanks for your video. Does this tool work on softer leathers (not veg tanned)?
I know this is an old video but i have a question,
If you are using this for a light leather do you have any tips to make the process easier
I have a suede thats 4-5 ounces that ive been struggling to use this for
Unfortunately the wooden strap cutter doesn't work well for softer leather like suede. Suede is best cut into straps using a long straight edge or if you're cutting lace, you can use a lace cutter: www.weaverleathersupply.com/products/leather-lace-cutter
how do you reccomend getting the initial center line cut down the shoulders flawlessly straight
My straps are coming out kinda wavy. I'm cutting a supple chrome tan, they're almost perfect. Is there a way to fix them up a little?
Holy crap that is awesome
How easy is it to strop/re-sharpen the blade on this strap cutter? I see Weaver sells replacements, but would like to figure out how long I can use one without doing so. Cheers!
They should put Mag Wheels on Em'. Thank You again.
any tips for setting the width? mine seems to keep wanting to pinch the leather and won't cut smoothly, and I've tried setting the blade different ways, nothing's worked so far
Very good explanation, I am leather boy, and I was looking for a simple tutorial for a girl friend. ,I got it
Glad it was helpful!
Hey chuck, do you guys still sell this leather? I can’t find it on the website, thanks!
Hi Tyler,
We'll link the leather here for you: www.weaverleathersupply.com/catalog/item-detail/11-1240ds-s2/finished-double-shoulders/pr_43255
How come there is no sound after the intro ??
Hello,
The audio seems to be working, maybe try to refresh your browser and see if that helps? You can also watch the video here www.weaverleathersupply.com/learn/how-to-videos/tools/working-with-the-wooden-strap-cutter
The audio is only on the left channel.
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