11/15/2023 0 Comments Multi tool pouch leather![]() The main pocket is very deep and will easily house a knife, multi-tool or a similar item – provided that it measures about 5.5 inches or shorter. The flap features a Velcro® strap that ensures a secure closure every time. The pouch measures approximately 6.5 inches by 3 inches. It is constructed from a tough, nylon material that encases a soft foam interior, which is designed to protect your tool of choice. ![]() I use this same clip on my cell phone cases I've never had one accidentally come off my belt and unlike plastic clips, they won't break.The Gerber® multi-tool pouch is a brand new, never used product. In addition, it stays firmly attached to my side, won't flop around or stretch if it gets wet and I can clip the pouch to my front pocket if I'm not wearing a belt. However, I prefer the clip because I don't have to unbuckle my belt to put on/take off the pouch. It costs next to nothing as you can make it from a leftover scrap. One note about using a metal belt clip you can sew a belt loop on the back of the pouch and slide the loop on/off your belt. I also use it on the inside of cell phone cases to protect the screen. It is easy to find on eBay and usually sold by the square foot. The adhesive firmly attaches the foam to both metal and leather. I know this from experience.) I cut a piece of adhesive-backed 1/16” neoprene foam pad to cover the inside of the snap and belt clip to protect my Leatherman® from scratches. (These two steps are much easier to do before you stitch-up the sides. Insert the belt clip into the slot on the back of the pouch and secure it with a small rivet. Again, everything needs to be dry before going on to the next step.Īttach the male side of the line 20 snap to the front of the pouch using a setter on any hard surface. This will keep the dye from coming off on your hands during sewing and hardware attachment. Once dry, first buff the surface with a soft cloth to remove any loose pigment, then apply a coat of Eco-Flo Super Shene® or other sealer. If you want the color a little darker allow the first coat to soak in for a few minutes and apply another coat. Wipe off the excess dye with a clean paper-towel. It’s a personal preference, but I dye the flesh side also. Make sure you get the edges and into all the stamp impressions. Work the dye into the leather in a circular motion, evenly covering the entire piece. It’ll leave a dark spot where it first makes contact. Don’t pour the dye directly on the leather. Use a dauber, damp sponge or wool scrap to apply the dye to the leather. I use Tandy’s Professional Waterstain® as I’ve tried others, but it works best for me easy to apply, even staining, etc. Pour a small amount of dye (if you spill the dye, you will have only a small amount to clean up) in a plastic or glass dish (never metal). I like to use a cardboard box to prevent any chance of dye splashing onto my workbench. Glove-up you only want to dye the leather not your skin. Put down cardboard or several layers of newspaper to protect your work area and absorb any excess dye/stain. The dotted lines are reference lines for gouges on the rough (flesh) side of the leather. ![]() Keep checking to ensure you mark all solid lines, stitching, rivet and slot holes, except don't mark for the hole for the snap at the top of the flap. Use a metal ruler or square to help keep lines straight and corners at a right angle. Occasionally lift one end of the film to check to make sure you're copying it all. Use a stylus or even a dry ball-point pen to transfer the pattern to the smooth side of the cased leather. Just flip the pattern over if you want the flashlight on the left and trace through the backside of the pattern. This arrangement seems to work best for a right-handed person when the pouch is worn on the left side of your waist as the flashlight sits behind the multi-tool. The pattern is for a multi-tool pouch with the flashlight holder/sleeve on the right side. Because the leather is moist, the impression from the stylus will show clearly even after going through a couple of layers. On the other hand, you can trace the pattern on to the film with a pencil and use it to outline the pattern on the leather. Tape the film and pattern to the work surface to keep everything from moving. I use tracing film between the pattern and the leather to keep the paper pattern from getting wet. *Tandy Leather Factory Item # in Brackets 1/16" Adhesive-Backed Neoprene Foam Padding.Fiebing's Acrylic Resolene (Optional).Granite Slab or Similar Hard, Flat Surface. ![]()
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