Making of leather watch strap - MK Leathers

Making of leather watch strap (re upload)
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[@thisoldbelair]

Beautiful, i like that you used smaller stitches so you could make it more elegant than most diy leather straps. I want to learn to do this so i can make dress straps for dress watches. This looks awesome 👏

[@василийалибабаевич-с2ъ2е]

cool knife

[@mkleathers3453]

Thanks. One of many :)

[@rescuedbeauties]

wow 🤩 please teach me Sir 🙏🏻

[@iLoveLeatherNYC]

Thank you so much for taking time to post this video. Love what you did here, a fantastic job with execution on the strap. I hate to hand sew but YOU make me want to at least think about it..

[@mkleathers3453]

Thank you. I does get easier with time and miles of thread ;) But indeed it must be one of the least exciting parts of the whole process :)

[@peterpatch1998]

That is superb! A great craftsman.

[@khaleesi6178]

So nice

[@josefinaramos6534]

Hello, how thick is the leather used? And the stiffener is veg tanned leather, how thick is it? I would like to make some for women but I think this thickness is quite appropriate. I’m quite new to leather working

[@alhanawialhanawi812]

Amazing and legendary

[@RobMatthews21]

Great video thanks. What kind of thread are you using?

[@ozanli_Gen6]

Əla iş, Usta! 🇦🇿🌍 Great job, Master! Like & Subscription from AZE 🇦🇿

[@riotviou4228]

I had to subscribe to your Channel. Your knives are sick and your work speaks for itself.

[@mkleathers3453]

Thanks, more will come :)

[@jesusvenet6603]

You really need to sharp these tools!

[@Kenzomob]

Great work! What kind of leather is that?

[@demeanor3704]

African Voodoo spunk. It’s harvested from South Africa, for it is readily available because the hot climate.

[@mm-ih8ep]

エエ❗良いスキナーですねぇ❗

[@ronnyomart3072]

Nice job !

[@marvet-ix9bk]

I wish one of these guys would speak during and explain shit that would be nice

[@Siubcribe]

The best. I like it

[@nahidpurreza4728]

Perfect 👌 What material did you put between 2 layers of leather??

[@Origmist]

Might be a bit late but it seems like veg tan leather very thin size

[@mkleathers3453]

Here I go with even later reply. You are correct.

[@DJDeak1]

hey, I enjoyed this! at 5:36-6:00, what are you doing to the edges to give it that smooth look?

[@mkleathers3453]

Hi, One could probably write a book on edge finishing but here I did 3 things, 1. apply edge paint 2. sand it with fine sandpaper -- repeat steps 1 and 2 until you are happy with the edge 3. burnish, polish ( here with a wooden hand, burnisher )

[@tmt7912]

MK Leathers what is the white color..is it leather too..

[@tmt7912]

MK Leathers leather thicknes?

[@mehmetbelik2735]

hello what is the material you put between the skin

[@mehmetbelik2735]

Saat kayisinin içine koyduğunuz malzemeler nelerdir füme ve krem rengi olan

[@mikex3619]

Great video! Where did you get the hole punch for the sizing holes?

[@athtsak1]

So cool!

[@358ks8]

ナイス！！ 私とは違う作り方で勉強になるよ

[@mkleathers3453]

Thanks. I'm also still learning from other makers, all the time.

[@damionbacchus3131]

What oz of leather do you use? For watch watch straps

[@mkleathers3453]

Depends. Some premium leathers I get in 2-3 oz (1mm or less) for more rough styles 4-5 oz

[@jswntsr]

Very good

[@gdkfoot]

How do you create the oblong hole for the buckle? I have difficulty freehanding this and getting clean lines. Is there a punch for this?

[@alhanawialhanawi812]

رائع و خرافي

[@BIGGELATO]

wow! well done!

[@amrabouzaid1278]

Thank u for the video. Could u tell me what kind of leather is this ?

[@bazlur-Vancouver]

Nice work. What brand of that hole punch tool you use?

[@mkleathers3453]

Local supllier. Got it some time ago and cant recall the name

[@alexkail740]

Hej Interesuje mnie wybijak jaki użyłeś do zrobienia otworów pod języczek klamerki , ściągałeś , czy można dostać coś takiego u nas (jak średnica dziurek i odstęp między nimi) ?

[@hassanalihassan7989]

What materials should i need and from where i can get these tools?

[@Highm8nance88]

You do impeccable work and an even better job showing the process in your video. I make leather goods as well but I use a sewing machine. Would it be hard to use a sewing machine to make a watch strap? I have a Cowboy sewing machine.

[@mkleathers3453]

Hi. Some straps for sure. As far as I know those are more heavy duty machines. Cowboys are often used by sheaths, belt makers, so thicker and tougher straps should be done easlly. Not sure how those machines handle lighter thread. And you know there is only one way to check it for sure :) Please let us know when you test it :)

[@scarcesmith4151]

Thank you for your great job, very simple and understandable, what diameter is every hole of your hole puncher and how many mm between the prongs?

[@mkleathers3453]

Those have fi=3mm and 10mm distance. But that was actually made for a certain project, for smaller straps I usually use 1-2mm and 6-7 mm distance

[@nicolaquintavalle2476]

Hello, beautiful Job and video! May I know what thread do you use and how think is? Thank you so much. ;-)

[@nathanielalexander2791]

Nicola Quintavalle the thread is waxed thread

[@muaysa1252]

İç kısımdaki ne derisi kaç milim

[@erdalaslan5985]

So informative. Thanks for sharing..

[@elemaneleman1235]

Nice work i just wonder what is the name padding that u have

[@mkleathers3453]

Pading as in the cutting mat ? Cant remember which one that was, either Olfa or Meyco.

[@chinhcotv4399]

OK !

[@robertmcleod2352]

Hi Nice work thanks for sharing. How come the keeper has a tan backing at 3.40? Thanks.

[@mkleathers3453]

Thanks ! I used different kind of natural (undyed) , thinner leather for the keeper. No magic here ;)

[@allanmesine2141]

Hey, I truly appreciate this tutorial. Is it possible you can give me a list of items you used to create your own watch band. Thank You!

[@mkleathers3453]

Hi, The list of the tools I use is probably longer than the minimal list of the tools you would need to make a strap. But to make a strap you need: 1. Leather, for top, and lining - if you make strap with lining 2. Glue for leather 3. Sharp knife, 4. Ruler 5. Piece of paper, cardboard to make templates 6. Awl 7. Stitching iron, pricking iron - to mark and punch holes for stitching 8. Needle and thread 9. Something to mount the strap while stitching, stitching pony is the name of the actual tool 10. Hole punch 11. Egde paint and something to apply it 12. Sand paper, preferably on a block of foam or wood. 100,150, 180 grid 13. Something to smooth/press the leather when glueing and shaping - bone folder. There are plenty of items you could use. needs to be firm and smooth. Here is a vid with simplier strap: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5S5hnlogs6Gqdk&t

[@allanmesine2141]

Thanks for the prompt response! One last question lol... Is there any store you can recommend me to purchase this items?

[@mkleathers3453]

Well that depends where you live. Online - Ebay, Etsy, Tandy leather, or any kind of local leatherworking store you might have near you.

[@allanmesine2141]

I live in Brooklyn, NY & Thanks!

[@mkleathers3453]

Tandy Leather has outlets in US, NY included

[@tmt7912]

I like ...tq..

[@davidgansert7542]

How much is a strap just like this in 19mm?

[@slowlanedad1438]

Look up scrapstraps on instagram

[@mkleathers3453]

Contact [e-mail] for details It's in the 90-100$ range

[@jimargeropoulos8309]

Is that cork you put in the middle of the strap or more leather?

[@mkleathers3453]

That would be leather. Easy to shape and adds extra strength to the strap.

[@deltajohnny]

Incredible craftsmanship! And the video editing is perfect... I have just subscribed ;-) One question: Could you please let me know if you purchased your self healing cutting mat online? I have one but it is not as nice as yours and I would not mind adding another one to my tools :-)

[@mkleathers3453]

Thanks for the sub ! I did get the mat online. The thing is I know for sure Olfa makes good mats, but there are plenty of much cheaper available. I bought a lot so far and to be honest only few of them are any good.

[@deltajohnny]

MK Leathers Thank you very much for the information, and keep up the good work! ;-)

[@anthonywright5141]

I would like to have a strap made. How does one contact MK Leather???

[@supermario7956]

Love the work

[@mkleathers3453]

Thanks !

[@harisjoker6383]

Can you kindly tell me the length of both pieces ??

[@BiGYeNz172]

How big is that photo tent and where can I get one of those 6 hole punches?

[@mkleathers3453]

Hi, For punches check facebook.com/wykrojniki/?fref=ts It's a small tent, around 60x60x60 cm

[@melissababcock5867]

Hello, Where did you get the plastic pattern thats seen at 1:12? My biggest issue right now is know what sizes to cut the leather. Thank you!

[@mkleathers3453]

Find any place that offers CNC cutting, they should be able to cut you any shape from plexi. I designed those myself and sent them for cutting. Or work with cardboard templates that is an option too. What do you mean size? The length of the strap ?

[@kasunanuranga8655]

How to leather online oder ?

[@bradrandall05]

Looks like toothlesses scales from httyd looks awesome

[@puffaz.p]

How does the keeper stay together? Is it glued?

[@mkleathers3453]

Yes, glued in, also the piece of leather around it is sewn together

[@kimmungkim]

Whats material is the middle layer?

[@nathanielalexander2791]

Kim Mungkim it’s called “split leather”

[@mkleathers3453]

Piece of natural veg tanned leather, cut to size and thickness.

[@bassfishingwiththeantichri2921]

Cool!

[@mkleathers3453]

Thanks!

[@sinansajad5606]

good

[@awyy2408]

Good afternoon can i know what kind of glue you’re using ? or any recommendations of glues brand? Thanks a million!!

[@mkleathers3453]

Hi, I use barge glue for leather and water based glue for leather (glue for bookbinding). The later does not smell :) Hard to recommend brands since that would depend on where you live and what is available to you in your area. If you don't have access to local leather craft shop, try Tandyleather. They have worldwide deliveries.

[@awyy2408]

MK Leathers can I ask one more question what lining fabric or leather u use for the inner strap to absorb sweat one? What is it called. Thank you!!

[@mkleathers3453]

Both lining and padding are also leather. calf, goat, kangaroo depends on what customer wants

[@maxfactor4209]

Great work but not a nice leather to start with

[@jazmintamay8351]

$$$ Curse ?

[@Chvylvr69]

Where Can I place an order?

[@mkleathers3453]

Hi, Write to [e-mail] Cheers Mat

[@maxx3179]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@cloudrain123]

do you sell your watch strap template?

[@mkleathers3453]

No I don't. Made those just for me. Do you guys think I should make more for sell :) ?

[@Pepslokken]

Yes please!

[@cloudrain123]

MK Leathers i literally did not see this reply till a year later. Btw, quick qs, is the leather u used in this vid chrome tan or veg tan? I heard that chrome can edges cant be painted without chipping off or having uneven edges.

[@mastermachetier5594]

How did you make that acrylic template ?

[@mkleathers3453]

I made the designs myself and had them cut out from plexi in local shop

[@NickthaGeek]

Turn the fucking music off

[@ricardoflores7398]

What size is the stitching punch used on this strap?

[@mkleathers3453]

Hi, prong spacing is 3 mm (tip to tip)

[@ricardoflores7398]

Two more questions, How much smaller is the filler width to final strap size? and thickness of the filler.

[@mkleathers3453]

That depends totally on the leather thickness and the look you are after. If you want it higher, more round or square...There is no standard, just practice with some scraps and see the results. Here I left around 4 mm on each side and it was done from ~1.8 mm leather