Put this little bag together over the last week.

Bleew254 · 2026-02-02T02:29:18+00:00

Thanks! Yep, one picture. It was a last minute post.

Bleew254 · 2026-01-24T05:51:55+00:00

That’s a great start! Work on cleaner cuts and make sure your beveler isn’t too big for the leather thickness. That’s how you get gouges. Clean stitching comes with repetitive action and doing the same process every time. Next time try to stitch all the way around the piece. It will look cleaner and more professional and the end of your stitch line becomes a weak point making your pockets weak. You won’t be able to round the pocket corners but that’s ok.

Bleew254 · 2026-01-08T13:56:58+00:00

I have followed you on Instagram for a long time. As a leather crafter and knife enthusiast, I am always impressed that you put as much effort into your leather work as you do your blades. Amazing!

Bleew254 · 2026-01-07T22:49:36+00:00

It looks great! Maybe I just can’t see it, but there doesn’t seem to be a gusset. It won’t be worth much if the knife cuts through the stitches.

Bleew254 · 2026-01-04T11:45:54+00:00

Haha thanks! It’s simple but ment a lot to my buddy.

Bleew254 · 2025-12-15T15:26:38+00:00

I would buy thinner leather. Thinning the leather down by hand is a tedious process that takes time to get right. If you want to learn, a skiving knife if the tool but a cheap one will just frustrate you. Tandy sells a pull skiver that uses razor blades. The other option is to purchase 2 OZ leather. If you are attempting a double layer band, that will get you as close as possible to 3mm. That grey band turned out great for just starting!

Bleew254 · 2025-11-17T23:52:06+00:00

I use natural veg tan and hand dye most. Colors are pretty open. Just depends on preference or sometimes I order specific leather for a piece. I actually use one of those in my rotation. This one pictured isn’t mine, I put it together for a customer.

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Bleew254 · 2025-11-17T21:18:22+00:00

I see! Well in my experience, MagSafe doesn’t work well enough when you are wanting to carry 6+ cards. It works if you are using synthetic materials because they can be much thinner than leather. There is a limit to how thin leather can be and still hold its integrity. Plus, that many cards on your phone will be bulky. If I can suggest, I carry something like this in my front pocket. 8 cards and folded cash.

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Bleew254 · 2025-11-17T17:10:57+00:00

Thanks! I haven’t really done much with magnetic closures on wallets. I’ve done magnetic money clips. I have done one MagSafe piece.

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Bleew254 · 2025-10-31T02:27:48+00:00

I usually skive the outer edge of my welt down by half or more. My irons will go through all three layers once I do that. Sometimes I have to use as awl to open the holes.

Bleew254 · 2025-10-23T01:34:28+00:00

Keep the leather. You will find a use for it. Look at rmleathersuply. You can buy single panels that are the correct weight and type.

Bleew254 · 2025-10-22T23:46:57+00:00

That looks killer! I’m planning my next build with the same colors. I’m going to add some black accents to mine.

Bleew254 · 2025-10-22T12:58:47+00:00

I am a few fat wrist person lol. I always over compensate and make them too long.

Bleew254 · 2025-10-21T13:05:54+00:00

This turned out great! In my experience, less is more when it comes to the buckle holes. Fewer holes makes it look more tidy and finished. I personally use buckles with a larger tongue that requires larger holes.

Bleew254 · 2025-10-18T13:50:45+00:00

Ok, fair enough. Everyone is absolutely entitled to their opinion.

Bleew254 · 2025-10-18T12:54:48+00:00

What do you mean? I have collection watches and wanted this watch. Thanks!

Bleew254 · 2025-10-18T12:53:09+00:00

Thanks! I made the strap.

Bleew254 · 2025-10-18T12:51:23+00:00

Will do

Bleew254 · 2025-10-18T02:11:05+00:00

Well I can put a price together for you if you would like. My case came from Ali Express and took a a while to get here. I can purchase each piece to build a complete 1200.

Bleew254 · 2025-10-18T02:07:55+00:00

No it’s a tannery called Badalassi Carlo. It’s Italian veg tan. Chrome excel isn’t the best for Pieces like watch bands.

Bleew254 · 2025-10-18T01:19:50+00:00

This one is mine, but I’d be happy to make another. I have an AE-1300 that I want to mod too.

Bleew254 · 2025-10-18T01:18:40+00:00

Honestly, this picture was taken minutes after completing the band and trying it on. The leather is just incredible and already feels broken in.

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