a german in denmark Posted August 26, 2007 Report Share Posted August 26, 2007 Got my Fiddy from DSN, so I decided to make myself some straps. It's been some time since I worked with leather, feeling a bit rusty. And I do need new glasses.... Anyway, I'll get to it. Here's what I came up with: And here I am gardening, inspecting our Mexican tomatos... Cheers, Volker Btw. Sorry about your problems with DSN's Fiddy, Vic, mine is absolutely perfect..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victoria Posted August 26, 2007 Report Share Posted August 26, 2007 Btw. Sorry about your problems with DSN's Fiddy, Vic, mine is absolutely perfect..... I mean this genuinely, because I am happy for others around me, that I couldn't be more thrilled for you. No one should have to go through these pinpricks of bothers when you pay so much. That you didn't, AWESOME! And hey! Great strap. I still have a 217h...if you make some, I'll buy one from you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FxrAndy Posted August 26, 2007 Report Share Posted August 26, 2007 Wow, i'll get my coat. I take it you have experience then, i need to get one of those wheels to mark the stiches out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victoria Posted August 26, 2007 Report Share Posted August 26, 2007 Wow, i'll get my coat. Don't forget your hat. (HEY! I had to get you for that picky inference. Not that you were wrong...........) I take it you have experience then, i need to get one of those wheels to mark the stiches out! Volker must be a master leathermaker, because those lines, with bad eyesight and all, are DEAD STRAIGHT. That leather is fantastic too. Seriously, I'm down for one. This below is a strap I'd love to see others try variations on: That's Savage's prototype for his new "Tailhook". I hope he doesn't mind my posting this, but I think he'll realise it might just generate interest...sweet sweet strap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dizzy Posted August 26, 2007 Report Share Posted August 26, 2007 mexican tomatoes eh? LOL i;ve seen those leaves before... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victoria Posted August 26, 2007 Report Share Posted August 26, 2007 mexican tomatoes eh? LOL i;ve seen those leaves before... Oh, is that Marizhooana, the doobage? Wow, awesome, Volker! Medicinal purposes entirely, of course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NAVIGATER Posted August 26, 2007 Report Share Posted August 26, 2007 Nice strap is fits perfect your fiddy!!! And btw nice mexican tomatos :lol: which hemp is it? Greetings Navi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pubus Posted August 26, 2007 Report Share Posted August 26, 2007 i love the leather and the finnish, looks so smooth and thick perfect combo for 127 and DSN buckle I must get one of these one day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a german in denmark Posted August 26, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2007 Thanks guys.... Wow, i'll get my coat. I take it you have experience then, i need to get one of those wheels to mark the stiches out! When I started working on leather in the seventies, Al Stohlman's books were great inspiration (they still are, as a matter of fact). "The Art Of Handsewing" and, "The Stohlman Encyclopedia Of Saddlemaking", vol.1-3, or just the "Leatherwork Manual". This below is a strap I'd love to see others try variations on: That's Savage's prototype for his new "Tailhook". I hope he doesn't mind my posting this, but I think he'll realise it might just generate interest...sweet sweet strap. Now THAT is so nice, wow... Oh, is that Marizhooana, the doobage? Wow, awesome, Volker! Medicinal purposes entirely, of course. But of course, dear.... even then it's a no no here. Our populist, so called liberal government, has definitely put an end to what was tolerated before Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geo1nah2a Posted August 26, 2007 Report Share Posted August 26, 2007 A beautiful custom strap. I like the lines that go all the way up to the lugs and across the retainer. Very stylish. The 3 hole set up adds to the "personalized feeling" and shows your skills. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a german in denmark Posted August 26, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2007 Here some more shots. This combo is going to get a lot of wrist time.... Cheers, Volker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hambone Posted August 26, 2007 Report Share Posted August 26, 2007 Beauftiful straps and those "mexican tomatoes" look like they might be a tasty variety. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgegrasser Posted August 26, 2007 Report Share Posted August 26, 2007 Is this your Marijuana picking watch? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishgodeep Posted August 26, 2007 Report Share Posted August 26, 2007 Is this your Marijuana picking watch? It would be a perfect choice.....I believe it is best to harvest marahoowahwah in the dark - when the resinous glands are in their most bulbous and engorged state......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victoria Posted August 26, 2007 Report Share Posted August 26, 2007 Now THAT is so nice, wow... When I saw that, I said, WOW. Now THAT brother is a strap. FxrAndy had better get cracking, experience-wise! If not, my custom will go to Savage. But of course, dear.... even then it's a no no here. Our populist, so called liberal government, has definitely put an end to what was tolerated before Good. You only need one addiction, Volker, rep watches! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TWP Posted August 27, 2007 Report Share Posted August 27, 2007 Very nice job with your strap mate. And your second set of photos kick ass. Great job. Do you make straps for sale? If so I would be interested in purchasing a couple from you. They look very well made. I have a 127 that is in need of a nice strap. Cheers TWP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackseal Posted August 27, 2007 Report Share Posted August 27, 2007 it seems you got really fine tools and some practice working with leather. it is a great strap. congratulations from aachen... but your plants look a bit barely... well it is too early to pass a sentence ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chubbchubb Posted August 27, 2007 Report Share Posted August 27, 2007 Sehr sch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pampam Posted August 27, 2007 Report Share Posted August 27, 2007 Love the strap volker ..the deep color adds real class to the fiddy btw where did u get the buckle? looking for one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jiro Posted August 27, 2007 Report Share Posted August 27, 2007 (edited) Wow, Great job on making that strap yourself! You sure do have one hell of a talent my friend. And this picture.... That is some serious picture right there!!! Kudos to you! Edited August 27, 2007 by jiro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a german in denmark Posted August 27, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2007 Wow guys, thanks for your comments, dankesch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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