Leather Tools Review - Hole Puncher and Raw Hide Hammer

[@JustinNRyneEdwards]

Love how raw you are, never change! Up front and honest is what I'm looking for.

[@edkovac8978]

I love this guy, such a character, lol.

[@justinbirtcher2776]

Hey Tony, I'd be interested in a video on how you wrap tools like the hammer in this video or your punches in some of your other videos. Thanks for the great content!

[@garys4912]

Hey Tony, if a 1mm hole punch and 1mm thread it too tight try .08mm thread. I have 1mm and 1.5mm punches and when I want smaller stitches I use my 1mm punch and .08mm thread.

[@barryjohansen9936]

Gary S I do the same but agree with Tony in that the hole is a bit tight for the needle.

[@GeraldineBilbao]

Hi Tony! I also have a hammer addiction and the Thor Copper/Hide hammer has become my new favorite. I suggest that you buy a bigger hole punch instead of modifying your 1mm punch. KS Blade has a 1.5mm hole punch for $29 and Sinabroks offers 1.4mm to 1.9mm hole punches from for $60.

[@andyshields5935]

Thanks, Tony, for the heads up on these tools. Still like the gold hammer.

[@smilingdog54]

Just looked at the Etsy site and they have a 1.5mm punch. Maybe that is just in the USA not sure. I also wanted to let you know that because of your videos I hand stitch everything now and you are right hand stitching does make whatever you are making look better! Thank you

[@DavidAnderson-fs7lg]

A little tardy and off topic, but you wanted ideas - I'd love to hear about your bench-mounted stitching pony, when you choose to use it versus loose on the bench surface, and why. As someone with limited space I can't keep a larger stitching horse or pony.

[@giuliapalmerini7499]

For the next review, how about some stitching line groovers? There are many out there and some are a pain in the ass to use (the easyly slip on the leather when you use them and mess up your leather project). I know you don't use a groover in your project but I trust your opinion and I'd love to see you review some of them. (maybe a cheap one compared to a high end one)

[@CraigH999]

I have a cheap Tandy stitching groover and it works fine for what I want. I also use my dividers - case the leather and press a bit harder on the tip that is running along the leather. It's like two tools in one!

[@susantipsyhealy7655]

i have same issues with the cheap groovers.

[@stevensmith2228]

"I'm an expert in my opinion..." I'm gonna use this in everyday life!

[@compassleather]

Always appreciate tool reviews. Love the patterns can't wait to make the next project

[@susantipsyhealy7655]

i just ordered a 1.5 mm hole punch from them...so they now have them in stock

[@ucoll83]

Just ordered the hammer. Thank you Tony!

[@thewasatch208]

Tony you kill me! You're like the offspring of Antonio Banderas and Robert Deniro.

[@ciaranmacgillivray]

IMPORTANT UPDATE! I messaged the company that made the hole punch in the video. I asked about the size I wanted (and the one Tony uses for all his patterns) and they told me they would start producing a 1.5mm punch right away! Here's the link with the 1.5mm option! Woo! www.etsy.com/listing/695492345/leather-belt-punch-hole-punch-black-high?campaign_label=convo_notifications&email_sent=1601907703&euid=irUTHNheauDqyxlmB8YPpfvESq2-&eaid=964346345844&x_eaid=b58f4e4a46&variation0=1578150875

[@TheAtarashiiKaze]

Hi Tony. I appreciate you sharing your thoughts!

[@mikecalhoun8497]

If you can locate a Machine Shop locally they should be able to bore/drill out the leather punch to 1.5mm for a you for couple of bucks. I think this would be far easier than trying to find a file and trying to enlarge the hole with a file. Great review Tony, thanks

[@TreasureDemon]

If the tool is made to order, could they make you a 1.5 mm version? Great videos. Thanks for what you do for the community. Have fun

[@meetardvg4838]

after completing the Cuthulu mask recently, and just seeing you painting your edges in this video (i burnished all mine by hand XD) id love to see some video tips on that. or how you treat/ finish your leather. do you waterproof/protect any bags/hats.

[@cptafw]

Tony, what about using .8mm thread? I substitute 1.0mm holes and .8mm thread on your patterns and it comes out beautifully. I noticed that stitching looks better with thinner thread.

[@thomasbeckett1245]

Thor is a very old reliable company, however I haven’t dealt directly with them in about fifty years... at Sheltons general store, we had Thor hammers and Osborne leather tools. Fifty years ago... good tools are wonderful!

[@rmgf1005]

Hey Tony, I went to the Web site to find the hole punches, and the first thing I saw is that they offer a 1.5mm punch.

[@Beorn2010]

Hi Tony, someone, must have heard you. They now include a 1.5mm hole punch. They say 3-4 week delivery time, we’ll see? Love your frank, honest and funny reviews. Also, your patterns and tutorials are top notch. 👍

[@scottperrier7281]

I was searching for a new heavy hammer for end punching and rivet holes but this one looks nice. I like 1 mm holes with .8mm thread on some patterns.

[@Wheel333]

I just got my hammer this morning £13 from Amazon. I love it ❤️. I didn't like the shiny varnish on the handle so I stripped it off sanded sealed and used my special beeswax, Italian turpentine, blue cedar oil and a teaspoon of tung oil ointment. I think I am going to try a japanese samurai sword wrap with some kid goatskin on the handle and maybe a large copper half dome on the butt.

[@barryjohansen9936]

Wheel333 Your hammer has more craft work than all my leather projects combined! 🤣

[@Wheel333]

No no I am a beginner with leather just repairs and resewing so far. I came here for Tony's great teaching. I do love tools, and this is the best hammer I own. Get one for the price it is amazing. I just got a big one too. Saving up for the punch. I do recommend refinishing the handle though. Wood needs to breathe unless it comes into contact with water a lot.

[@dwightpennington1925]

Tony See, they must have seen your video because they now have a 1.5mm punch!

[@matthewsharp9395]

Oh Tony, the sass is coming on thick in this vid, Love you mate

[@RWCcs]

I mean this with respect, I promise! You remind me of a real life Gru from the Minions movie.. You have a solid entertaining character and your delivery is fantastic. Not a leather worker but you just got me to sub! Great video sir!

[@alsatful]

Have you considered asking them for a custom hole size for the hole punch ? larger than 1 MM and smaller then 1,5 mm ?

[@JF-fx2qv]

Why did you order the hole punch if it was not the size you need? Now that you / we (your subs) know about the "Johnny On the Spot" making of the tool after it's ordered this maker / company should have no problem making the size a customer(s) (all your subs) request. So everyone buy this tool at the size DieselpunkRo needed. It's a win / win for the maker and all the subs. Thanks for the video. Thanks for the tips and appreciate the good work.

[@perrypike90]

I think $43 for a single hole punch is a lot to much and way over priced. Bottom line it’s still just a hole punch. Does it really work so much better punching a hole in leather that it warrants the price tag? Were not talking for a set of punches, this per punch. If you figure with Tony’s patterns we need what 3-4 different sizes of punches? Which would put the cost for these punches at $130-170. That’s a lot of money. My Tandy individual punches will suit me fine and I’ll use the rest of my money on buying leather. But thank you Tony for sharing these tools.

[@JF-fx2qv]

@@perrypike90 A debatable topic indeed. One could say that the steel may be better and holds an edge longer? One could justify the ergonomic shape versus the hours of use for the professional hand tooled leather maker? One could receive some joy from owning what they feel is the best. It maybe a motivator or a award of sorts for a full time leather worker? On the other hand, one may feel a less expensive punch bought, used, and tossed out and bought again may work for them?

[@bagramdave883]

J F -- I'm with you. Punching is, you could say, one of the most tedious job for a project. I'm not sure I use more than the 1.5 punch except for 6-8 holes per project for rivets. Soooo, I'd pay for a punch that stay sharp because of the steel, makes punching easier and cleaner because of the heft, and more comfortable in the hand for the 500 holes I have to punch. My fingers get cramped and my hands fall asleep from squeezing those tiny handles on the cheap ones. My family buys me nice stuff for my gifts and after I make them a gift. I would get a 1.5 mm from these dudes if they made one.

[@popscratchie3985]

Is the hammer you are using in the video a size 2? I have been looking at Thor hammers and I thought the size 2 would be a lot bigger

[@DieselpunkRo]

yes, nr 2

[@CanadianMapleleaf]

Tony is to leather work what Tiger is to golf, you know what I'm saying....its going to get exciting!!!!!!!

[@wendyb9923]

can you talk about skiving? i got one of the hand held razor blade skivers, but it just eats up the leather and looks terrible when i try to skive,

[@JSGilbert]

Tony, while I’m not a huge fan of KS Blades, I do own and like their single 1.5mm hole punch. It’s $23 USD, and it works really well. Nice and chunky.

[@WolvesandWhatnot]

I would love a video on sharpening an edge burnisher. The videos that say you can use a flat strap are crap. The closest I can get is using a chainsaw file.

[@Fourpointe255]

Great video Tony. Love your work. Thank you.

[@dreamwarriors979]

AWESOME u find a chipper one ! I think I need this hammer too 😅!!! & the Thor hammer is AWESOME whit lot of options!!! (From 400g between to 1200g ) & I use the Sinabroks puncher (2 & 8) whit 1,2 mm & for larger bags I use the 1,5 mm !!! When I need a single puncher I put one out from the 2 puncher & this is Nearly to be Perfect (I hope Sinabroks made a single puncher too in the future) Thx Tony ✌🏾♥️🌍

[@marhimarhi]

I have just watched this video and 1,5mm hole puncher is now available. So it looks like they have seen this video or a lot of people ask for that dimensions. Also deliveri date and shipping is now visible and you can see, that it will take a long time.

[@AhmadSHINE]

Consider trying the KS Blade hole punch I use them daily super sharp and a bit expensive but really worth it

[@christopherleblanc5187]

Hey brother... so they do make the 1.5mm punch. They put it waaaay down on the list though. Check besttools again. My sinabroks is 1.2mm and works way better than 1mm. that little bit of extra room makes a lot of difference.

[@wendyb9923]

where to buy leather, what cut of leather, what weights should we keep onhand?

[@BrunoRBSilva-fh9rw]

Get a cheap ebay kit with a bunch of stuff - pricking irons, mallet, awl, skiving tools etc. Give us your take on them. My experience is that they are absolutely reasonable for the price, works very well in general.

[@solonys9775]

Professor Tony, the vendor you linked does appear to now have a 1.5mm hole punch, it is at the bottom of the list (at least, from the USA view)

[@CraigH999]

They have multiple x.5 mm punches listed on the Canadian page as well. CA$60 though is a bit much for me. Regardless, it looks like it's available now!

[@DieselpunkRo]

They were added today after the video

[@Даниил_Новиков]

Thanks for the video Tony. If they made a custom-made punch, then why can't they make the right diameter?

[@kensmith5538]

Thanks for the info! Hammer ordered.... you rock..

[@Juroriam]

Tony, there is a specefic sharpening tool for hol punches can be used for both inside and outside sharpening. I have seen some on Aliexpress for around 15bucks.

[@dixonqwerty]

That hammer is on my get list. But what weight do you use?

[@bagramdave883]

I want to know the same thing

[@aussiepete67]

Good evening from Brisbane Australia 🌞🌞👋👋.. thanls for teaching me so much!

[@noone8139]

I suggest to try SK blade punch i guess they have 1.5 mm & the quality will not be less than this one.

[@gaadoor]

Dear Tony, in my pattern there are both round punch holes marked and oval. what tools do you use for the oval? gr Sabina

[@johnsteele2177]

Hey tony. Are you sure the link for the hammer is correct. I bought one size 2. And it was way bigger than yours

[@MobyBrickFlicks]

I think he uses the 400g one

[@gyratingseacow595]

Needles. I am very confused on what needles to use for what projects and how not to cross my needles through my thread while sewing. could really use the advice.

[@tracy419]

I don't know if you've seen his recent video, but he says the needles are bought local, 1mm x 7cm with a blunt tip. Also, I haven't yet begun my first project because I'm still gathering tools and supplies, but from all the videos I've been watching, the first thread goes through and is pulled down while the second needle goes in at an upward angle. I think this pulls the first thread down and out of the way. Take this with a grain of salt because I have yet to begin, it's just what I seem to be seeing. Other times, the first needle goes in part way, and the second gets pushed in from the other side while the first is still there which would prevent the second needle from piercing the thread of the first. Then both needles are pulled the rest of the way through and you tighten the thread.

[@daverooni7763]

Thanks for the review Tony. I’d enjoy hearing your thoughts on rotary cutting tools. Their replacement blades are so expensive, so which are best?

[@ChrisLee-UK]

Ouchies on the head with the light! :o Nice Tony, loving that punch. Maybe a 1.5mm drillbit could be used to open it out a little? delivery times are not good but I guess if you're willing to wait for a quality tool that's custom made, it isn't that bad...

[@Odinwarez]

What weight Hammer did you get???

[@michaelbrubaker4285]

I decided to take a look at the Etsy store from which you purchased that punch and the very first review was someone complaining about the fact it had been weeks since they ordered and nothing had been shipped. The store responded with the usual save face messages. There is a guy on Etsy that sells custom made tools as well as his own custom made tools on Etsy. While you continue your search for the perfect 1.5mm punch why not give him a try? His shop is HandmadePetriy. I had a question about that edging tool, how hard is it to clean?

[@foozmanagement6513]

Hey Tony. Hope the head has healed! How does this tool compare with Sinabroks?

[@HerpDerply]

That hammer is sweet. I checked out their website and they have the same thing but with a poly head instead of raw hide for a good price, however the shipping to where I live is about $46 by itself lol.

[@CraigH999]

The item is CA$69 dollars for me. I can order several rawhide/poly hammers from Tandy for that price. If I was a pro like Tony I'd invest, but for casual work that I do, I'll skip it, even though it does look to be really decent.

[@paulworsley7053]

Not sure if you are aware but the punch is now available in 1.5mm

[@ВасяСухарь-ш3ь]

Wait a moment, where can I buy this light tripod? Just in the beginning. I need one!

[@rcsteele]

Could you tell us which weight Thor hammer you recommend. Thank you Tony

[@MacyGuitars]

He says its the 400g one

[@remicorson]

Maybe a stupid question but why 2 different materials on each side of the hammer?

[@DieselpunkRo]

It’s for shaping metal.

[@dennisfettersleatherwork]

Tony, thanks for the reviews! Could you review Master Tools "Little Wonder" next? This is the rivet setter that Weaver Leather Supply sells.

[@laurencedusaulx3502]

Hi Dennis, I own the little wonder, I've had it for many years, it is as the name says: a little wonder. I love it I have most of the attachments for everything:):):) cool tool

[@jameswyatt5859]

@@laurencedusaulx3502 I'm curious about the cost of the LW and all its accessories.

[@barryjohansen9936]

Check Weaver Leather for prices

[@Amado9424]

Tony the hole punch that you used in this video is now available in 1.5mm. or at least that is what it said.

[@tj9911]

Great review Tony

[@johnhillian6446]

there is a 1.5 it is listed under the 11 piece set [43.63$]

[@argat11]

Tony, What is the weight of your hammer?

[@deanc6539]

How about a stitching pony/vise? I know it won't compare to your Frankenclamp, but what the heck!

[@gillianmcknight]

Another suggestion is that you could let them know that you have over 90k people who would buy if they offered a different size :). Not all of us can modify the tool

[@leicabevan566]

Hi Tony, I’m trying to purchase the hammer but unfortunately I can only find it without the leather handle? Please can you confirm where you purchased ?? Thank you 👍🏽

[@DieselpunkRo]

I made the leather handle myself

[@leicabevan566]

DieselpunkRo thank you for letting me know.

[@MobyBrickFlicks]

@@leicabevan566 what I did for mine is wrapped it in plastic wrap then wrapped it in duck tape. Drew lines where I wanted the handle to start and end, then cut down the center. Then you can flatten the cut off tape and use to make your pattern for the handle.

[@dadedubbledee]

What weight did you get Tony 400g?

[@DieselpunkRo]

yes

[@andreatthatsme]

1mm hole punch = 0.5mm, 0.6mm, 0.8mm, 0.85 waxed threads OR vinemo mbt size 5 or 8 0R bonded threads below #207

[@susantipsyhealy7655]

is the hammer you buy the 1070 gram?

[@susantipsyhealy7655]

nevermind, lol, 400 gram

[@dmc7346]

I just went to their website,and they list having 1.5,2.5, and other half sizes.

[@DieselpunkRo]

That’s because of this video

[@lennyc9217]

@@DieselpunkRo Maybe they will surprise you and send you the 1.5mm punch as a thank you gift. :D

[@richness1644]

Why not use .8 Tiger thread? That would make the 1 mm hole punch perfect.

[@josephdronzek3822]

Tony just curious where are you from

[@dadedubbledee]

Sorry Guvna I had to watch the lightning bolt at the very beginning 3 or 4 times lmfao just funny sorry. Fantastic review 👏 👌 👍 as always. Hope the swelling is going down lol

[@bigironfist626]

Any good websites to order leather from?

[@kathysanchez5945]

Love your videos!!!

[@rupertgarland7050]

Tony - after seeing the start of that video - please please review some kind of baseball safety hat before you think about reviewing anymore tools! :) Keep up the good work :)

[@splatthere8939]

hey Tony BenosiStudio Now makes a 1.5 mm punch

[@guyheller4266]

Hello Mister Tony, I'm look at your hole puncher seller and he have a 1,5 mm hole puncher !!! The price is a littel bit higher for me, but he propose a 1,5 puncher. It's a Miracle !!! 🙂 Thanks so mutch for your help to beginner's

[@АлексейШульга-з1т]

Обожаю вашу стилистику. Вы супер

[@dmc7346]

Just goes how awesome, and influential you are.

[@christopherhaas7739]

I’m confused. You bought a 1mm punch and are dissatisfied it makes a 1mm hole? If you wanted 1.5 why didn’t you order 1.5?

[@DieselpunkRo]

please watch the video and your confusion will simply go away. Its magical like that

[@christopherhaas7739]

DieselpunkRo watched it twice. That’s how I understood your complaint. It’s magical like that.

[@rolandblais]

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[@christopherhaas7739]

Roland Blais The point’s the same. The ‘major flaw’ is that it cuts a hole the size it says it will. Sound like a positive to me.

[@alsatful]

Smaller than 1.5 yet larger than 1mm is the size wanted - 1.5 is sloppy and 1 is too tight , Tony wants momma bear size, not too big and not too small

[@WolvesandWhatnot]

I can’t punch holes simultaneously. I have to hit one then set the tools down and switch hands to line up the next punch. Takes forever!

[@Bayle_Bune]

I do not think trying to widen the punch will work. The hole punch size is determined by the inner diameter of the tool. Using a conical sharpener would only reverse the angle of the bevel on the tip, which could possibly achieve the size hole that you want, but it would jam in the tube, rather quickly, I believe.

[@DieselpunkRo]

good point

[@brandonweston5827]

They show a 1.5 mm option now. Yay?

[@anjak4004]

they have it in 1,5mm now

[@agnesrambling]

Loved your review. it helps people like me who is hobbyist in leather crafts. You should try KemovanCraft. His price seems reasonable.

[@cashsales2417]

TONY TONY TONY !!!

[@andrewandrew1377]

Hi anthony banderas

[@blackardogoods4413]

Шить от себя ? ну точно румын))

[@volumeswell802]

😂😂 0:00

[@АзОр-н2б]

"Вонь, камни, роскошь, нищета. Разврат. Собрались злодеи, ограбили народ, набрали солдат, чтобы охранять их оргию и пируют." Л.Н. Толстой

[@davidhumphrey1922]

Sorry Tony, to many commercials.

[@sylvialategan6345]

Hahahaha

[@AlexanderMason1]

1.5mmis way too big. It’s pretty ugly.