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by TimHardy
Fri Jun 04, 2010 4:01 pm
Forum: Elegant Living
Topic: Europe laments craftman's demise
Replies: 11
Views: 2134

Re: Europe laments craftman's demise

Hi Shredder, in answer the handle is what is know as cut edge, the traditional way with heavier bridle leather, which is edge stained and polished by using several hand processes before sealing. This take place both prior to and after it is double hand stitched. Another method for lighter weight lea...
by TimHardy
Fri Jun 04, 2010 8:42 am
Forum: Elegant Living
Topic: Europe laments craftman's demise
Replies: 11
Views: 2134

Re: Europe laments craftman's demise

Hi Shredder,
Yes very much so - born and bread.
Tim
by TimHardy
Thu Jun 03, 2010 8:46 pm
Forum: Elegant Living
Topic: Europe laments craftman's demise
Replies: 11
Views: 2134

Re: Europe laments craftman's demise

As one who has the hands and fingers of someone who has double hand sewn countless leather goods for over 27 years, I thank shredder for such a first class piece. I still battle on because I love the traditions of what I do but wonder sometimes at the lack of support from authorities when trying to ...