Finally, one for Larry

[Lane]

Once the glue has dried, I need to make sure that the edges are completely smooth and lined up. No matter how hard I try, it's impossible to get the pieces lined up perfectly. I bit of trimming with the knife and a trip to the drum sander takes care of that:

Now, back to the stitcher:

This little wheel helps keep the stitching lines parallel and straight:

About 20 minutes later, we are done stitching:

Now, using the #3 beveling tool, I trim the edges:

This strop board, helps keep the beveling tools razor sharp:

This is where we are right now - tomorrow I'll cut the belt slots and apply the hot pink leather dye.

Lane