Shell Cordovan SHOWDOWN!

[@MultiFish]

I can’t even begin to tell you how useful this video was. For a beginner like me your no nonsense processes are just perfect especially when it’s making something from an investment piece of leather like this.

[@AlexRhodesMV]

I learn so much from your videos. Nothing quite like looking over the shoulder of an expert who is willing to teach.

[@nigelwylie01]

Fun fact, the place in Spain where Shell Cordovan gets its name from is Córdoba, in Andalusia, in the South. It was so famous for high quality leathers, that it also was the root word for ‘Cordwain’, a high quality goatskin, from which ‘Cordwainers’, or new leather shoemakers get their name.

[@Kickerbawls]

They also got the most viscous fighting dogs to ever live

[@ruthiehensh]

Funny how now the best shell cordovan comes from Italy

[@jimathey6153]

OLD LEATHER SMITH here. Very Nice Eric. UR camera work is bar nine the best around thank you. GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️⚾🙃

[@overpoweredeverything1401]

Please create more watch related content🙏🙏🙏 So fun to see that you care about watches aswell!

[@barryrizzo2944]

Really love your content and the catch on this case pure genius thank you so much and I know how busy you are so thankful for your time

[@MacBookAir-cu4fb]

Reaaally looking forward to the strap video! As well as the Tipps and tricks you probably going to show us. Always learning something new! The flap design is genius!! Incredible cool‘

[@rickr9055]

I would love to see you build a watch!

[@1288liam]

Thanks for this! Can I ask if you lined this with kid suede, how would burnishing work? Same as if it was without to burnish at the end? or different due to different leathers?

[@randynovick7972]

I love shell cordovan, and color 8 especially.

[@rafaelef922]

I'm totally up to seeing you make custom watches, or restoring old ones or assembling ones from used parts or anything like that. Awesome idea

[@michaelwynn7772]

Excellent, can't wait for the watch straps. Can you do a leather NATO style strap please.

[@kpollock313]

Can you tell me what you used for a liner? Thanks for your videos!

[@kawkawati]

Great video! I got the pattern too. Do you mind if I ask...what's the size of the stitching iron you used here? Thanks

[@MAKESUPPLYLEATHER]

Awesome to have another thin shell option around other than the Italian stuff. Ordering Shinki was always ridiculous because of how thick it is. Easily the most * generous * use of the word "4oz" I've ever seen. 😂

[@Corter]

i legit got 8oz shell from horween once hahaha, this stuff is really, really nice in the thinness

[@bazlur-Vancouver]

You can split the cordovan leather according to your size and some even come 1-1.2mm.

[@sademontemayor9664]

Todo tan sutil y perfectamente bien hecho! Peofesionalismo!! Felicidades!!

[@semprevintagecuoio4465]

original closure. nice idea

[@karlnethercott9113]

Anything watch related would be great for me. My two biggest interests are watches and leatherwork. Love the videos guys, great job 👍

[@kingpgyt1389]

Perfect work bro

[@jonboy8181]

Thanks for the video! Speaking of watches, what is that one you’re wearing? Looks great!

[@moleather9038]

Love the fact your learning new " big words" haha great vid again from you two 👌👍

[@Moncriefs]

I've been looking for thin shell for so long for my business for a while!! Thank you for telling us that

[@Corter]

no prob! remember you can always buy any shell you want and use a splitting service as well, a few different people offer that in the states

[@Moncriefs]

@@Corter unfortunately they don’t offer splitting for Shell at certain places. I’ve asked🤣. I went and bought a Amazon splitter until I can afford a hand cranking one

[@sons.moon.leather]

It’s the Beet Root color Ritza, I’ve been wanting to see it in use so thank you.

[@markdenney3903]

Man that is great that you make you own watches, me too. Thought about sending you one to look at. Keep up the great videos.

[@sus8e462]

The "unknown" reminds me of a sage green "marbled" shell I recently got from Rocky Mountain Leather, which isn't back stamped either--but is lovely to work with if you want 4oz range thickness...

[@michaels.8663]

That sure is some beautiful leather Nice job!

[@foo2hp]

18:00 blood, sweat, and leather Thanks for video :)

[@jackiemitchell4418]

if you will take the screws out of that roller, then coat the threads with a little bees wax, then put them back in,... the squeek goes away for many miles of rolling!

[@donniehodges9857]

will this work for a pocket watch?

[@bigchiefleatherworks7245]

Thanks, I enjoyed that comparison. The one thing that I would have wanted you to cover was the price difference, is there any?

[@williamstimely7397]

I would love to see a leather watch pillow to go in the watch box I made for myself. I have some thin pigskin I was thinking would work.

[@TylrVncnt]

7th century would be the 600’s 👍

[@amandajakle8202]

Love this! Makes me want to make one for my smart watch for when I go traveling. Such a smart idea! Especially when some airport employees can be so cavalier with the luggage... 😬 Also, because you guys were asking about the centuries... the 800s A.D. were the 9th century, the 700s were the 8th century, the 1800s were the 19th century, etc. It's because the 1st century A.D. was the year 0-99, so you always do the century + 1 to figure out which century it was. Hope this helps!

[@Corter]

yesss, thank you! My knowledge pretty much starts AND stops with leather haha

[@amandajakle8202]

@@Corter Love the leather knowledge so much, though! I learn so much from your vids. You inspire me to keep learning and doing more with leatherworking. Thank you so much for all you share!

[@GreatJim54]

Actually, there was no year 0 so the first century was 1-100. The centuries end with the year XX00, ie the eighteenth century ended with 1800, the twentieth with 2000, etc.

[@albert276]

I realize this video is about the Shell Cordovan, but I like that grain pattern on the purple. What is the style of leather in purple?

[@dwaynecurtis8499]

When you make a tote bag what size stitching irons do you use

[@Corter]

5mm usually for almost everything - watch straps, bracelets, etc I'll go smaller but it depends on the scale of the piece

[@bazlur-Vancouver]

4 or 3.85 ideal, some use bigger, but fancy crafter uses as low as 2.7mm.

[@randypop7133]

Novice question: You made the watch case strap from leather, with the thumb/finger grip loop, and the ~2" slightly raised piece for it to feed into (essentially locking the watch case). You mentioned not wanting to use rivets/snaps bc it can damage a watch when pressing to snap it together. Is there any reason not to use either Velcro or magnets to secure the watch case? I can see magnets being too thick to embed in the leather (or messing up a digital watch?), making the case awkward and bulky. And Velcro would probably look a little tacky with nicer leathers. But are those possible options for a design like this despite the small size?

[@Thouhand.]

You pretty much answered your own question already. Velcro would look cheap and wear out relatively quickly, and magnets can absolutely screw up an analog watch as well as a digital one. You could use hardware and cover the interior exposed bits with skived leather or a liner, but that would also add to the thickness.

[@bazlur-Vancouver]

Never saw a watch pouch and exists. Even stopped wearing a watch in 2000, when already had a mobile phone. I had a Tissot watch and gave it to my brother, which was I bought around 1000$, before and later bought Casio electronic watch(since '80s).

[@BenPorter71]

I would love to see you guys do a watch strap🙌

[@kadenmcdow3702]

What mm of cord did you use to sew?

[@pimpstare1997]

I love it! Are u ever gonna make a iPhone 13 pro max case? Wallet case or anything?

[@bbrachman]

I have been a fan of Master Contact Cement for years. A cobbler told me about it. I found that Barge had a tint to it and didn't like it because it stained some leathers. I am too sloppy for my own good. Master's is clear and comes off instantly with a piece or crape(?) eraser. I suppose that contact cement is a personal choice or preference.

[@Corter]

Masters is good as well!

[@kedrickswain6509]

watch content is awesome!

[@Chadconnolly17]

Could just be the video but I agree with your statement. The shell doesn't look as well oiled when compared to Horween

[@kunhooyoon5826]

It's a matter of preference, some may like oilier, some may not. I think the main difference is color variation of the finish.

[@PaulPaulsen]

As if i needed even more watch content to further fuel my addiction. Steinhart´s are quite nice little watches for the money. i´m more into the Seiko´s myself. the last watch that managed to seperate me from my money was a beautiful Zelos Swordfish.

[@Corter]

i'm also a seiko guy, my daily is a 6309 :) But you're right, these are super nice modern watches for the money - i was surprised at just how nice it is in real life!

[@krazzysu]

Suggestion: how to make real leather phone folio cases! You know, the ones that open like a book and you put your cards and money in, kind of like a wallet and a phone case all together! That would be cool to watch you make!

[@MrRitzcracker]

Watch stuff is always accepted. EDC anything is always accepted.

[@MrRitzcracker]

I can't even begin to tell you how confused I was about the watch orientation until I went back and saw you put it on upside down at first XD. Also, how many times did she act concerned about the leather before you triaged your finger?

[@JSGilbert]

Not sure that Weaver has priced this very competitively. Looked on their site and it seems a bit pricey compare to some other sources, including Horween.

[@Jupiter742]

My friend the squeaking of the metal roller kills my ears 😂

[@Grosirsabuk]

If you make a watch holder, I can do that too

[@Neithersilvernorgold]

I’ve got an idea, let’s see what you think. Would it be ridiculous if you could make a case for sunglasses? I have a set of prescription RayBan’s that case is plastic man-made and it’s beginning to crack however the inside of the case is shaped for the sunglasses. I imagine the the case would have to unstitched and the inside removed and used in the new case. What are your thoughts, really curious to know.

[@antiokus3332]

Looks great. I don't personally understand the purpose of a watch pouch. Aren't you supposed to wear them not keep them away? Yet I don't wear watches I guestimate via the sun haha. Still love the process and the vid.

[@andrewgray9663]

7th century would be the 600s

[@smurf8526]

Try 24mm lens for your videos. It’s much closer to what humans see than the current narrow field lens you use

[@nickylancaster9746]

I'm very interested watch straps. I also make pouches.

[@zaviermuji2854]

make me 1 more match case please... i'm studying..

[@bradhall3948]

Please add a simple leather case/pouch for a pocket watch. Those of us that carry vintage or heirloom pocket watches like to protect them well. We are less concerned about easy/quick access than protection. Love your skill and videos

[@JessicaCEP]

Nice looking, but ouch…spendy!

[@wperstang9]

Am I the only one disturbed with using leather made from equine?

[@andreatthatsme]

😱😰😢

[@dansfosterthanyou]

Don't think that design is very optimised.

[@samlee2944]

Watch what you say about Panerai, you might loose a sub ;) haha

[@Corter]

believe me I can't wait till they come back around, my first favorite watch brand :)

[@nobracobra]

why you talkin so fast... chill