I posted this on Instagram a few days ago but I forgot to post here. I just completed the 3rd project from the Leatherwork School book. This was the 1st time I ever installed a zipper. I was a bit intimidated by zippers before but after going through this project I found out zippers are not as bad as I thought. I used this zipper tool that I found on Buckleguy.com to shorten the zipper tape and crimp in the stops. The tool was not cheap and I'm not sure if I used it correctly becuase it came with no instructions and I never seen the tool used before. Honestly, the zipper tool was nothing special and I wouldnt advise getting one...you can get by just fine using the conventional stuff (if anyone has experience with this tool, please chime in). However, I did get these brass zipper placement jigs that were a huge help. They helped me get even spacing on both sides of the zipper very easily. Im very happy with how this project turned out but if I had to do it again, I would have used a softer leather. For these projects I'm pretty much sticking to Wicket and Craig Traditional Harness 3-4 oz becuase it's what I have around at the moment. So its onward to the 4th project in my journey to get through all 10 by the end of the year.
Very clean, well done.
I just finished my first zipper pouch and made a bunch of mistakes. I now know what not to do for next time.
@Dave Magic Wallet looks great! The painted edges look wonderful. For me, zippers either go in easy and perfect or the wheels come off and it is uneven and a train wreck.
Here the Brass jigs from District Leather supply. 3 in 1 kind of deal...looks good :)
I should really start reading Elen's book!
Beautiful job mate. Clean work.
Regarding zippers, you got the RIRI from Buckleguy? And are these the brass ruler jigs District Leather Supply were offering?
Great job! Very nicely finished with really neat internal card slots 👍
Looks good! I have just installed a zipper once, and it was quite a disaster....so this project of you looks very nice!
I haven't seen that tool in my life, but saw how some people manage with regular tools they have at home. Not too difficult. I will try to practice a few times with zippers!!! :)