HOW TO MAKE A FIRE HELMET SHIELD

[@codycannon1822]

Austin I'm really learning a lot from you man!!! I'm lookin forward to following in the footsteps and using your examples, thanks for what ya do, keep up the good work.

[@docmayhem8166]

This is EXACTLY what I’m looking for, thanks so much man! Don’t have the stitching machine, do you have any videos showing examples of hand stitching the leather?

[@AttackLineLeather]

Awesome. I dont have a video on hand stitching but if you look up Saddle Stitching videos there are tons.

[@lucashenderson2259]

Could you do a video showing how you use photo shop and the steps you take to create the design. That’s the last step I need to figure out before I make my own shield. Thanks Austin!!

[@AttackLineLeather]

I do have a photoshop video. Have you seen it?

[@lucashenderson2259]

I haven’t seen it. I’m definitely going to check it out. Thanks

[@jonathanmoorcroft4838]

What size needle do you use in your machine? You said 207 thread, correct? Is there a way to adjust the spacing in that machine? Great video, thanks!

[@firefightergotoguy]

Nice job. I like that you share the craft to keep it alive and well rather than hoard talent

[@EfrainG-ct6cp]

That’s an amazing work, where can I get the printable templates sir?

[@damianvelasquez593]

Could you send a link of what tool you use to trace your designs? I’m having a hard time with what I have. Cutting through my paper and not very sharp edges to my designs.

[@AttackLineLeather]

tandyleather.com/products/craftool-ballpoint-stylus?_pos=1&_sid=652a61ab5&_ss=r

[@starion88esir]

Where do you get your shield template from? Great video, thank you for sharing.

[@AttackLineLeather]

I made it from an old shield I had. Thank you for the support.

[@moniquemcpherson6927]

My dad served as a captain for a dept that changed its number twice I se your video and see "Captain 57 RMES" (dept. he volunteered for from 1981-2011).

[@staceycarpenter5165]

I enjoy your videos. You have given me several ideas. Thanks.

[@AttackLineLeather]

Glad they help

[@MarkBunoy]

How to make leather radio straps? Or leather firefighter suspenders?

[@AttackLineLeather]

Ill be doing a video on making a radio strap early next year

[@cutflower36]

I'm impressed, what kinda glue is that ?

[@AttackLineLeather]

Thank you. I use tanners bond which i purchase from Tandy Leather. You can also use barg cement

[@cutflower36]

@@AttackLineLeather I make purses on occasions. So that would help. Thanks 👍

[@MadMedicPhil]

Awesome front. Do you do the metal strip on the back? If so, what do you use? If not, what would you recommend using?

[@AttackLineLeather]

Thank you. I do not use a metal strip. The metal strips are added to generic shields because they do not use veg tan leather which is much stronger. They use a cheap leather imitation.

[@thearborpressguy978]

Great job Austin

[@AttackLineLeather]

Thanks man

[@leonardovillalba881]

Awesome job pal!!!

[@AttackLineLeather]

Thank you

[@haydenmoseby9828]

Awesome work! I was wondering if you have the template for the shield available? I am looking to make one for a guy at my station but don’t have an old one to get the dimensions for it.

[@AttackLineLeather]

Send me an email [e-mail]

[@carlrockaway1696]

@@AttackLineLeather I would like to get a template also

[@Brian-hx9wy]

I’m hand stitching, what size chisel would you recommend?

[@AttackLineLeather]

Id go with either 4 or 5 mm

[@Brian-hx9wy]

@@AttackLineLeather thank you

[@brunettileatherworks]

Great video! Where do you purchase your leather from and what cut is it?

[@AttackLineLeather]

Thanks soo much. I buy my leather from either Tandy leather or Springfield Leather company. I use 8-9oz veg tan

[@brunettileatherworks]

Attack Line Leather Thank you! I look forward to more videos!

[@cicispatty5803]

Anyone know the title of the song at 4:12? long shot being an older video i know, any help would be awesome. Thanks for the educational video!!!

[@AttackLineLeather]

I got it from the youtube music library. Ill have to look it up.

[@christophersloan3491]

Great video! When you stitch the leather together for the shield do you have to use a nomex threat?

[@AttackLineLeather]

I just use bonded nylon. It works great and I have had no issues while in structure fires

[@christophersloan3491]

Attack Line Leather thank you for the info and great videos

[@smokeshowing2422]

christopher sloan q

[@sandylopez3345]

Do you sell your templates that you use? If so, how can I purchase one? You do great work.

[@AttackLineLeather]

Thank you. As of right now I do not sell the templates

[@hvacprofessionaltraining]

Where do you purchase your leather?

[@AttackLineLeather]

Springfield Leather co

[@MrPVaSoldier]

Where did you get your company stamp made from?

[@AttackLineLeather]

Axe and awl leather works

[@rbliven]

Good looking shield. You use oil based dye or what? Nice work...

[@AttackLineLeather]

Thank you. I use Fiebings Pro dyes

[@rbliven]

@@AttackLineLeather so you use alcohol based dye. I'm curious if you oil the shield to keep it from drying out, or does the tan kote seem to work for you?

[@AttackLineLeather]

The tan kite has been working very well. My Lt has my first shield ever, and it's going on 2 yrs now. Other than some darkening it's in good condition

[@grimtt]

Attack Line Leather Darkening is the leather’s badge of honor 🙂 good work!

[@sloewensteady]

Hey Austin, awesome video!

[@AttackLineLeather]

Thank you

[@seth2564]

How thick did the shield end up being? Looks good!

[@AttackLineLeather]

16oz of leather or about half an inch

[@scottyv106]

Exactly what I needed. Thanks Austin. How long did it take to complete that shield?

[@AttackLineLeather]

Awesome. I was able to finish the shield out in a day. Allot of the time spent is waiting for stuff to dry

[@andrewbrown5960]

What tool do you use to transfer onto leather from the paper?

[@AttackLineLeather]

I use a stylus. You can get them at hobby lobby or randy leather

[@enzosantomarco9974]

You are very good. We do the same job, I am a marshal of the Fire Brigade in Italy, my city Taranto. For the leather hobby, I am a beginner, I started a few weeks ago. If I need some information or advice, can I write to you ??? Thanks, greetings Enzo.

[@AttackLineLeather]

Hows it going. Thanks for the support. Yes absolutely message me if you have questions. You can also find me on Instagram. You be safe over there.

[@enzosantomarco9974]

Hi here in Italy we are closed at home, we only go out to shop and go to work. Regards...

[@AttackLineLeather]

@@enzosantomarco9974 prayers to yall.

[@jacobhill7823]

What size are your letters? 1/2 or 3/4in

[@garyunderwood7959]

Did you case your leather?

[@AttackLineLeather]

Yes i did

[@kikochile1]

beautiful job! What thread do you use for this job? stay safe bye

[@AttackLineLeather]

Thank you. I use size 207 thread

[@Brian-hx9wy]

What size thread would you use to hand stitch a shield? It seems the size 207 is just for machining.

[@turkishkman1]

Hi, would you mind giving the file for the template? Thanks. Awesome video!

[@AttackLineLeather]

Send me your email

[@turkishkman1]

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[@AttackLineLeather]

@@turkishkman1 I'll send it as soon as I get off tour

[@turkishkman1]

@@AttackLineLeather Thanks! I cant wait!

[@markmorrisii2286]

Attack Line Leather would you mind sending the template my way as well? [e-mail]

[@dylanmay7928]

What tool did you use to trace out the template

[@AttackLineLeather]

Its a stylus with a fine point. You can find them at tandy leather, springfield leathe co, or hobby lobby

[@dylanmay7928]

What do you sand with ?

[@AttackLineLeather]

@@dylanmay7928 i use a buffer motor that i converted into a sander. I have a video on that. I also use a dremel tool for hard to reach spots.

[@chadvanryn9733]

what font did you use for the letters?

[@AttackLineLeather]

Ill need to look it up but i had to redraw some of it make it work.

[@lukegiancola9346]

I used two pieces of 8-9 ounce leather and it seems too thick?

[@AttackLineLeather]

Interesting. I've never had an issue with this weight before

[@back40outdoors23]

Do you have a shield pattern?

[@AttackLineLeather]

Email me [e-mail]

[@goodolslippyfist7339]

What tool set do you use?

[@AttackLineLeather]

Its a bunch of random tools but most of them are craftool or craftoolpro

[@bodeehern1133]

You should make a video on how you use photoshop for that!

[@AttackLineLeather]

I think I might. I've had tons of people ask me already haha

[@logenmiller8969]

How much does a hand tooled shield cost?

[@AttackLineLeather]

Price varies from $80-$150

[@mikependergast6404]

Great job! That's a handsome shield, sir! Can you list the tools that you used in creating it?

[@AttackLineLeather]

Thank you. I will be making a video soon about the tools I use to make a fire shield

[@cristianmorillo5455]

Hola q tal va la máquina de coser gracias 😉

[@diegoalcoser9091]

can you make one and send it to Peru?

[@AttackLineLeather]

Im currently not taking orders or shipping outside the US

[@darylgaleno4715]

how much are you shields?

[@AttackLineLeather]

My shields range from $80-$150

[@like_murphy_without_the_y]

What kind of knife are you using to cut out the shield?

[@AttackLineLeather]

I'm using a scalpel I got from Hobby Lobby

[@kenmor100]

What tool did you use for tooling the leather?