This Punching Board Will FIX your Saddle Stitch!
HTML-код
- Опубликовано: 11 сен 2024
- I've been using this thin rubber punching mat since I started leather working. It worked absolutely fine... Until it didn't. And "fine" is not the standard that I generally reach for in my leather work. In a world of cool designs, glass edges, and amazing leathers, your stitching should be on point.
After making the switch to the OKA Punching Board, it became pretty clear that this was a missing piece of the puzzle. My stitching immediately looked better and was easier to do.
When you start leather working, usually your saddle stitch doesn't quite look right. After hours of practice getting the technique down, it should improve. But you'll also find that the holes you punch drastically affect the look of your stitch line. Once you upgrade your stitching punch/chisel/irons/whatever, you'll likely see a huge quality improvement (assuming you started with a cheap, lower quality punch).
The mat you punch on, turns out, plays an important role in these stitching holes looking more uniform. Especially on the back side. It seems obvious now that I think about it, but I never gave it much thought before I started having issues with the old Amazon one.
Now you can definitely get away with using the rubber Amazon mats. They do work pretty well for a bit (still not as good as the OKA board). But if you go this route, I'd recommend replacing it more than I did. The issue starts popping up as it gets weakened through regular use.
Alright! As promised, here are the links:
👊 OKA PUNGING BOARD
leathertools.c...
***Don't forget coupon code BLACKFLAG for 10% off your first order!
🤔 AMAZON PUNCHING MAT 1
amzn.to/3vx2bUI
✌️AMAZON PUNCHING MAT 2
amzn.to/3VCDUY2
🥊AMAZON PUNCHING MAT 3
amzn.to/3ITOYZd
🔗MORE INFO ON MY WEBSITE:
www.blackflagl...
🔨 TOOLS I'D RECOMMEND:
Vera Forma Leather Balm: amzn.to/33Q5w3r
Sand Paper: amzn.to/34cuJ7O
Strop: amzn.to/3KQc8zi
Corner Punch: amzn.to/3iVtsXO
Owden Maul: amzn.to/3uabZ1t
Punching Mat: amzn.to/2NQ5QGS
John James Needles: amzn.to/3bzA0r8
Ritza Tiger Thread 1mm: amzn.to/3vfPloA
Mallet: amzn.to/3dzohZK
Wing Dividers: amzn.to/3rXYYGg
Burnisher: amzn.to/3RlSqOq
Stitching Chisel: amzn.to/2OTv5Jf
Stitching Pony: amzn.to/3vlU33J
Copper Rivets #9: amzn.to/34BR2k6
Rivet Setter: amzn.to/3p9hZp1
Ball Peen Hammer: amzn.to/3vJoMZ0
End Nipper: amzn.to/2SNV9qK
Weaver 2lbs Maul: amzn.to/3unAQhm
Photography Light I use: amzn.to/2QQ0xJi
Softbox: amzn.to/3ccDgcf
Sinabroks Stitching Punch 1mm, 5mm Spacing:
sinabroks.com/...
Grog Marker: amzn.to/3DTZrz6
Gum Sole: amzn.to/3uAlbBg
🤖 MACHINES I USE:
3D PRINTER: amzn.to/38hi02t
BURNISHING MACHINE: amzn.to/3B1QlSw
Ortur Laser Master 3: s.zbanx.com/r/...
🆓 MY FREE TEMPLATES:
Leather Cup Sleeve: • How to Make a Leather ...
Folded Cardholder: • How to Make a Leather ...
Wrapped Cardholder: • FREE Leather Card Hold...
Leather Sunglasses Case: • Making a Leather Sungl...
Valet Tray: • Making a Leather Valet...
Coinholder Wallet: • Leather Challenge Coin...
Long Wallet: • Making a Leather Long ...
Bifold Wallet: • My Favourite Leather B...
Notebook Wallet: • FREE Leather Notebook ...
Find me on Instagram: / blackflagleather
TikTok: / blackflagleathergoods
Or Facebook: / black-flag-leather-109...
If you liked this video, check out my Leather Working Tips and Tricks Playlist where I make beginner leather working tutorial videos, show you some tips and tricks, and give you a few beginner leather working projects to try out.
• Leather Working Tips a...
Join the mailing list: mailchi.mp/442...
My name is Tim. Thanks for checking out my RUclips channel. I started leather working in July of 2020. My passion for leather work quickly grew as I learned and practiced. I received a ton of help from the leather working community when I was new and now I aim to pass on what I learn to other beginner leather workers. I post weekly leather craft videos that include tutorials, free pdf pattern templates, how to's, tips and tricks, and any other leather work content that I think could help you out!
#leathertools #leatherwork #leathercraft
--------------------------
Disclaimer: Links to products/services in the description are often affiliate links that let you support my channel at no additional cost. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 
Кино
Pick up an OKA Punching Board at Hand & Sew using coupon code BLACKFLAG for 10% off your first order!
leathertools.ca/products/poly-punching-board?_pos=1&_sid=6b96e9b57&_ss=r
I bought one just yesterday at Hand n sew. I do patterns with hundreds of holes and this board is the best I've ever used. Yes I can say this after an hour of use......get one !
I'm glad I'm not the only one who came to this conclusion. Absolutely awesome punch boards.
Good to see you back Tim!! Great video.
Thank you! And thanks for watching!
Bravo my dude! great advice- thanks for the testing
Thanks for watching!
Another great video, Tim! It's very good seeing you back in action, making great content. I've never used those rubbery pads. Now, I now not to buy any. Lol. I'm looking forward to your next project tutorial.
Thank you! Just fine tuning a couple templates right now and working on getting better with the Leather Tattoo Machine.
Good to see you Tim! I bought the Novalene (reddish) block a long time ago. You are correct that the stitching holes are much cleaner than the soft rubber? mat. Kind of like putting a sacrificial board behind your work when when drilling holes. Less tear out. I strickly use the Sinabroks 1.2 and 1.5 mm stiching punches. The round holes work so well with 1mm Ritza thread. I did buy a new set of Eric's Buckleguy stitching punches and they work great also. Take care.
Yes exactly! That blowout was driving me crazy until I realized the issue was the punch mat 🤦♂️
Thanks brother. This is exactly what I needed. My trouble was every silicon punch board I use began to bulge and warp. I find myself having to 'push down' the bulges to get the surface level, before striking. Quite annoying. Cheers!🍺
I too had that problem. I even tried heating it up to unwarp it. Annoying indeed.
Thanks for watching!
Great video. Ive enjoyed your content for a while now. Its nice to see another Canadian making great videos such as yours.
A few other tips and observations: A Heavy Maul will also be beneficial to make cleaner stitches. However the Surface you use as your base matters too. I also found that "Poundo" boards do make it challenging to get the pricking Iron out of the material. The thicker the Leatther the harder it gets. The stitching board, is a game changer!!
Thanks, Johnny! Much appreciated! Good points! I actually strategically punch on the corner of my desk right where the leg is because, as you say, the base matters. And I definitely found switching to a tapered maul helped my punching. I'm actually thinking of going a bit heavier with my maul now...
I have the same board it’s great. Oka Factory says you can warm the surface with a heat gun and roll it smooth with a roller to refresh and flatten the surface.
Absolutely! I'll definitely be showing that process once it's time. I've heard a piece of parchment paper on it and running an iron over it works too.
My favorite punching board. One thing to watch out for is getting the board too hot with the iron. I slightly warped it the first time I did it. I found the heat gun worked better for me. I also use an orbital sander on it occasionally . It dresses it up nicely and is fast. Thanks for another great video.
I have the Large Oka punch board and it made a huge difference! They are expensive, but I've been using one side for over a year and my punches are still sharp, the board shows hardly any wear, and I still have the other side totally clean. One note: Don't use hole punches on this. I have 2 spots where a hole punch pulled a perfect little circle out of the board.
I'm glad I'm not the only one who found the OKA board makes a huge difference! I'll keep that in mind about the hole punches. I was wondering about using them on it... Thanks!
Great video! Keep up with good work!
Thank you so much!
so glad to see you back on here! love your content.
Thank you so much!
OKA Boards for the win! Just don´t forget to close that holes with a roller. I scratched some leather with the ridges of the holes before i started closing them.
I will for sure. I've heard a bit of heat helps too.
Thank you for testing this one. I'm looking around for a new punch board.
Thanks for watching! This one is definitely worth your time!
@@BlackFlagLeatherGoods yes it was.
Thanks!
Thanks for watching!
I use 15mm thick Delrin Sheet A3 size for punching and sometimes use 15mm Thick PU sheet. For big holes and Corner punches, i use kitchen cutting board 15mm thick
I've heard good things about delrin but never used it!
Does anyone know what they used in the 1800s? I do living history and I would like to practice leather work. Maybe just a stich pony and awl?
I know they used punches that didn't go all the way through. Then they held an awl in their hand as they stitched to pierce the leather the west of the way through. It's the old school way. I've also heard of punching on the end grain of a wood stump. It's probably some combination of both.
I’ve heard the surface of those boards can be rough. Sometimes it can scratch the surface of higher gloss leathers or shell? Did you find this to be a problem?
Mine isn't very rough but I could see it maybe getting rougher with use. The board can be smoothed back out by putting a piece of parchment paper on it and running an iron over it.
I'll try punching some higher gloss stuff and check this out though!
@@BlackFlagLeatherGoods I haven’t heard of that parchment paper trick. 👍🏻
I haven't had to actually try it yet but when I do I'll post a video on how well it works.
How do you sharpen those Sinabrooks punches?
If you go to my channel and look back through my shorts, I did a video on keeping them sharp using a strop. It's the same process as that except with sandpaper. I think I used grits from 400 - 3000. Works like a charm.