Restoring 100 years old Fortuna leather skiving machine!

[@stephenbridges2791]

I worked on similar ones back in the 80's. They were, at the time; somewhat common in the women's accessories industry. Purses, billfolds, etc. I imagine the majority of that industry is now in Asia. I have some fond memories of that day and time. Well done.

[@manuLab]

Nice to hear, thanks!

[@georgebrown8312]

That is so awesome. That leather skiving machine looks much better and it works like a charm too. By the way, I have never seen a machine like that before. Excellent work.

[@manuLab]

Thanks! Im surprised how well it actually works

[@Zeis]

That was very satisfying, and what a cool machine!

[@manuLab]

Thanks!

[@richb419]

Hi Nice work!

[@manuLab]

Thanks!

[@moehoward01]

I follow a few leatherwork and shoemaking channels. I've seen that machine somewhere.

[@airnashville3883]

My bell skiver is about 5 years old and I can tell you nothing has changed. It's identical to the Fortuna but, just a different color.

[@manuLab]

It seems that! I hope there is no leather belt on new ones?😅

[@airnashville3883]

@@manuLab no, the drive belt for the skiing bell is a standard rubber material.