Where is the best place to buy decent tools ? I pretty Much just got in to leather crafts and man i love it, bought the cheap tools off eBay and ya u definitely get what u pay for i guess lol. Any help would be much appreciated
I’m just starting out and I’ve slowly collected all the tools I should need over the last year and this is the most helpful video I’ve found so far. Using the jigs and a right angle square with anti slip tape has helped so much in “starting off square”. Thank you so much
I've been doing leatherwork for years but I still learn things from others along the way. Thanks a bunch you make this so much more streamlined. I saved easily a half hour from laying out a 5 piece project.
Oh, thank YOU, sir! This idea of your bump jigs is ingenious. I'm an old retired guy on a fixed income budget, but I'll be ordering something soon...and another something after that...and...etc...
I spent my extra money before I saw your jigs. My next order will be your jigs, freaking amazing and I will start with the arc jig then the bar jigs. You are your perfect example for the use of your jigs. I love them
Mr. SHell, I can't begin to tell you the effect you have had on my leather working efforts. Eventually, I would like to pass these skills on to the next generation. Again, many thanks.
Thanks for this video. It seems simple, but sometimes having someone explain something this way makes all the difference. Got to invest in your jig sets...
Thanks for watching! You are correct... it’s second nature for me, but difficult to “explain” in only photographs (my Instagram). I figured a video would help.
It is very pleasant to watch or observe a person, when aperson is masterfully doing their job, you can immediately see the person as a master of his craft
At last some one talking with no background music, I learned so much on this video, top tips and measuring speed skills, especially the arbor press on the stamps, will have show this to my local metal work shop to get bars and jigs in the 🇬🇧 well done.
Not only are the products you make top notch, but all of your videos are fun to watch and highly informative! I noticed that you ALREADY had your coffee ready before you started working; I’d call that a pro tip. Thanks man 👍🏼
BOOM! What a way to start my day, yes sir! If you're a struggling newbie like me then you will dance the jig buy minute 2. Many thanks Mason Leather you selfless, faceless man!
I'm new at leather working, I too have been saving all my good cardboard stock from all boxes worth keeping to make patterns, then once I get more thin plastic cutting boards, I'll transfer all patterns to plastic from cardboard.
I've adopted some of your techniques when I started watching your videos about a year ago much appreciated and thank you there is definitely a lot of inspiration to be found in your videos so thank you once again
Man thanks for the info. This trick is one that I have used in my 20 year carpentry career a lot. But didn't think about it for another material. When I got into leather seeing your videos showed me this, and has saved time and leather more than I can express. Your products are top notch my friend, and I thank you for sharing this info with us all.
Heck yeah man. My bump jig on site is either my speed square or any straight piece of anything. Just to make certain things are flush. Even the old Eagle eye isnt as good as a bump jig. I read your info in a magazine online before and thought that the Mascon name was awesome. I'm sure your father was as talented of a builder as you are a leather artisan. I really am intrigued by leather craft. I'm actually borderline obsessed with it at this point. It's 915 pm and I'm making my first bag. Anyway thanks again buddy.
Well first of all, I would like to thank you for taking the time to share some of your knowledge. I am a new to leather craft, and have only been crafting for around 3 months. I just wanted to reach out and let you know that your videos have really inspired and helped me so much. I just wanted to say thanks.
I never thought of this before.. I work right next to a CNC router table and help through away for scrap hundreds if if not a thousand of these a day.. I'll be keeping a few tomorrow
OLD LEATHER SMITH here, very interesting, being an old man I have used some of your tools, and 4 round corners I use washers some as large as your French curves, you have convinced me because you can teach this OLD DOG new tricks, GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️⚾🙃
Last week I posted a picture on Instagram referring to your bump jigs and I'll double down on it here; I have no idea how others are able to create precise pieces without these tools. I use them for every project and they have decreased the amount of time I spend cutting 10 fold. If you don't have bump jigs, click the link and get them, then watch this video a few more times, I promise you will not regret it. Another great video Artie!! - Ryan from Krebs & Co. leather goods:-)
You finally got me with this one. I've been watching you use the bump jigs and arches and thinking how great they were. I just ordered a set of each. I make myself feel better by considering them an investment instead of new toys. Great work. Great vids.
I follow a lot of your techniques. I like marking the square corner, what a saving move that is. My lettering is kinda wonky sometimes. I need to weigh the bar down. Thank you so much for your videos. I have been blacksmithing for the last 12 years but as age creeps in I needed something to keep me inside to watch over the wife who has cancer. I have used so much of what I gleaned from your vids. Again, thank you so very much. Today is a good inside day for leather. Have a blessed 2021. Keep the vids coming.
Thank you so much! I've just begun leatherworking and it brings me a lot of joy. Of course I do not have a lot of tools or quality but I'm being careful and making a few cool things. Thank you so much for this video!
okay you just blew my MIND wow what a video lm just getting into this stuff for personal use l started with a stitch awl and have some tips from mom who was seamstress fabricated my own tools etc. and you took me to a whole other level THANKS
Once you try it…. It becomes easier and second nature. Then, you wonder “why didn’t I do this long ago!?” Check out the link in the video description to get yourself some!
Hello! I am watching as much as I can your videos & they are Great & Awesome )), Thanks for Caring is Sharing Videos Appreciate that, always something new and good ). at the mean time I like to ask where can I buy the Yellow ruler that small size you have on this video ,ive checked on amazon & on internet they are 36,48 & more length .also the little corner cutter half round set. Thank you and Appreciate!
I’ve received some pieces of leather and have others in my craft stash I been thinking about .... you make this look easy with the right tools and an organized method plus good ideas! Thank you from a new subscriber!
Thanks for sharing practices and techniques. Is there a reason you don't cut along the silver straight edge line? Does it leave the material too short and the yellow straight edge corrects for that?
So glad you are feeling better!!! Awesome as usual. Do you run the grain of the leather stretch from side to side? Or just cut where your patterns fall?
Awesome use of jigs, very helpful, alot better than using the side of a ruler. For small templates, you should consider 3D printing, opens up so many possibilites, you could combine #10, 9, 6 into one step,
Loved it! 👍👍 The only questions I have are; 1. How do you stop the square of the stamps from imprinting? 2. You did drop the Shell stamp a 3rd time didn’t you? 😂🤣😎
Great stuff Artie!! Your content has really stepped up my leathercraft vernacular. Because of you I made my first briefcase and I even went as far as making a 17ish liter backpack. Along with a bunch of wallets for the Fam. Keep I’m coming bud!
watch next! ua-cam.com/video/G4bb-aZHqpo/v-deo.html
in one of the videos, I saw a measuring tool that finds the center like a compass! where can you buy one, please tell me?
Hey! Centering calipers. I had them custom made by a machinist. They’re not “available”. Sorry.
@@MasconLeather superb tools for Mascon )))Great job ,thank you for your videos )))
Thanks, Alexander! And thanks for watching!
Where is the best place to buy decent tools ? I pretty Much just got in to leather crafts and man i love it, bought the cheap tools off eBay and ya u definitely get what u pay for i guess lol. Any help would be much appreciated
I can't tell which this dude likes more, corner jigs or discarding things in slow motion.
Bingo !
I’m just starting out and I’ve slowly collected all the tools I should need over the last year and this is the most helpful video I’ve found so far. Using the jigs and a right angle square with anti slip tape has helped so much in “starting off square”. Thank you so much
Perfect!!! Thanks for watching!!
I've been doing leatherwork for years but I still learn things from others along the way. Thanks a bunch you make this so much more streamlined. I saved easily a half hour from laying out a 5 piece project.
Perfect!!!
I’m not ashamed to say you’re my leather working hero!
Thanks !
I’ve watched hundreds of leathercraft videos, and this is the first that showed bump jigs. They look like a game changer! Thanks for the tips!
Thanks. That’s because I invited it. 😉 learned the trick from my father building houses. Carpentry
@@MasconLeather hi are you selling the bump jigs?
Yes. Link - zeebeeleather.com/tool-shop/mascon-amp-zeebee-bump-jigs
“What do you think?” He asks. I think this was incredibly valuable for my leather work and I enjoy the style, videography and speed. Well done Sir.
Thanks, Chris!!!
Just stumbled upon this video and immediately realized I had to sub. Your videos are some of the best I've seen on UA-cam in a long time. Thank you!
Awe!! Thanks, James!
Oh, thank YOU, sir! This idea of your bump jigs is ingenious. I'm an old retired guy on a fixed income budget, but I'll be ordering something soon...and another something after that...and...etc...
Perfect!!! Thanks for the support and thanks for watching!!
Same!
I love this guy!!! I could watch him do leatherwork all day long!
Awe !!! Thanks!!!
Just received my jigs! I’m saving 60 to 70% on time cutting out patterns! So good!!
Oh awesome!!!! I’m glad you got some, and they’re working out. Thanks for the support!
You sir deserve a medal and a drink! Thanks for sharing.
😆 I just spit my coffee!!! Thanks for watching, Shane!
@@MasconLeather Always, you make it all look easy. Thank you
Thanks for that. I try to look for efficiency. And then perfect it. Then share it with all of you. Leathering (a verb) should be fun!
I spent my extra money before I saw your jigs. My next order will be your jigs, freaking amazing and I will start with the arc jig then the bar jigs. You are your perfect example for the use of your jigs. I love them
Thanks!!
Dude, Your bump Jig has changed my life.... Ive been following you for a while.... It’s great to have your voice on the videos.... UA-cam rockstar!!!!
I’m glad you got some!! They are a game changer for sure. And thanks for the kind words. And thanks for watching!
Mr. SHell, I can't begin to tell you the effect you have had on my leather working efforts. Eventually, I would like to pass these skills on to the next generation. Again, many thanks.
This is great to hear !
Thanks for this video. It seems simple, but sometimes having someone explain something this way makes all the difference. Got to invest in your jig sets...
Thanks for watching! You are correct... it’s second nature for me, but difficult to “explain” in only photographs (my Instagram). I figured a video would help.
It is very pleasant to watch or observe a person, when aperson is masterfully doing their job, you can immediately see the person as a master of his craft
Thanks!!!
Thanks to the guy who got me started in leatherworking. Now I've got more to add to my collection!
Thanks For watching again!!
You make that look way too easy! Thanks for sharing!!
😆 thanks! It gets easier and easier. For sure.
You are a Master crafsman Artie...YOU got me into this at age 58 ...this is what I'm gona do every day of my life!
Awesome!!! I’m glad I could help!
At last some one talking with no background music, I learned so much on this video, top tips and measuring speed skills, especially the arbor press on the stamps, will have show this to my local metal work shop to get bars and jigs in the 🇬🇧 well done.
Thanks! We ship to the UK every day. Just let us know and we’ll hook you up!
I watched you do the trick with the square and straight-edge lots of times and am always amazed. I have to practice more.
Great video Artie! Thanks for taking the time to put such a comprehensive video together for the leather-craft community. This is a gem :)
Thanks! And thanks for all the help and consultations during filming!
@@MasconLeather go team Mascon & ZeeBee!
Not only are the products you make top notch, but all of your videos are fun to watch and highly informative! I noticed that you ALREADY had your coffee ready before you started working; I’d call that a pro tip. Thanks man 👍🏼
Thanks for watching, again!!! Yeah, I didn’t have much time for coffee prep this time !
The ruler jig is a life saver thank bro.
Thanks for that. And thanks for watching!
BOOM! What a way to start my day, yes sir!
If you're a struggling newbie like me then you will dance the jig buy minute 2. Many thanks Mason Leather you selfless, faceless man!
😆 thanks!! And thanks for watching!
Great info. I have said it 100 times. Best leather guy on UA-cam. Keep up the great work.
Thanks, Justin!
I'm new at leather working, I too have been saving all my good cardboard stock from all boxes worth keeping to make patterns, then once I get more thin plastic cutting boards, I'll transfer all patterns to plastic from cardboard.
Man... I wish I had bump jigs shaped like my holsters. LOL Thanks for the tips Artie!
Thanks for watching!!
Bump jigs definitely make a difference.
I agree! Thanks for the continued support!
Just started leather crafting last week, definitely getting some of your jigs. Thank you for sharing
Thanks for watching! Let us know when you’re ready!
I've adopted some of your techniques when I started watching your videos about a year ago much appreciated and thank you there is definitely a lot of inspiration to be found in your videos so thank you once again
Thanks for that, Robert!! And thanks for the continued support!
Brilliant simplicity...it's all about the tools, isn't it...
Absolutely!
One of the most useful videos I’ve ever seen )) thanks
Thanks!!! And thanks for watching!!!
Man thanks for the info. This trick is one that I have used in my 20 year carpentry career a lot. But didn't think about it for another material. When I got into leather seeing your videos showed me this, and has saved time and leather more than I can express. Your products are top notch my friend, and I thank you for sharing this info with us all.
I actually learned the trick from my father 30 years ago building houses. Carpentry. He did this stuff all the time with wood. Patterns and jigs.
Thanks for watching and for commenting!
Heck yeah man. My bump jig on site is either my speed square or any straight piece of anything. Just to make certain things are flush. Even the old Eagle eye isnt as good as a bump jig. I read your info in a magazine online before and thought that the Mascon name was awesome. I'm sure your father was as talented of a builder as you are a leather artisan. I really am intrigued by leather craft. I'm actually borderline obsessed with it at this point. It's 915 pm and I'm making my first bag. Anyway thanks again buddy.
Thanks, again! Being inspired is fun! Run with it.
Only need 1 word to describe this video: Beauty.
Thanks!!
Well first of all, I would like to thank you for taking the time to share some of your knowledge. I am a new to leather craft, and have only been crafting for around 3 months.
I just wanted to reach out and let you know that your videos have really inspired and helped me so much.
I just wanted to say thanks.
I really appreciate that. And thanks for watching!!
I never thought of this before..
I work right next to a CNC router table and help through away for scrap
hundreds if if not a thousand of these a day.. I'll be keeping a few tomorrow
Very nice. You’ve got me scratching my head and thinking a little differently.
👍👍
Thanks for this great "bump block" idea.....so simple and neat.
You’re welcome! They’re all available for sale. Link in description
I use your jigs all the time now. Best tools I have!
Perfect!!! Thanks for watching and the support!
OLD LEATHER SMITH here, very interesting, being an old man I have used some of your tools, and 4 round corners I use washers some as large as your French curves, you have convinced me because you can teach this OLD DOG new tricks, GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️⚾🙃
Perfect’!! Learning is fun at any age
Last week I posted a picture on Instagram referring to your bump jigs and I'll double down on it here; I have no idea how others are able to create precise pieces without these tools. I use them for every project and they have decreased the amount of time I spend cutting 10 fold. If you don't have bump jigs, click the link and get them, then watch this video a few more times, I promise you will not regret it. Another great video Artie!!
- Ryan from Krebs & Co. leather goods:-)
Wow! Thank you for that, Ryan!
OUTSTANDING.
Thanks!!
As a student, thanks a lot for this tips. I need to try them with my next project.
You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!
Coolest. Coffee Mug. Ever. Oh the leather-craft tips were pretty cool too.
😆 thanks!! And thanks for watching!
You finally got me with this one. I've been watching you use the bump jigs and arches and thinking how great they were. I just ordered a set of each. I make myself feel better by considering them an investment instead of new toys. Great work. Great vids.
Perfect!!! Thanks for that and for watching!
@@MasconLeather I got the Bump Jigs a few days ago and man I gotta tell ya and anyone who will listen. These things are Awesome.
really smart use of straight edges
Thanks !
I follow a lot of your techniques. I like marking the square corner, what a saving move that is. My lettering is kinda wonky sometimes. I need to weigh the bar down.
Thank you so much for your videos. I have been blacksmithing for the last 12 years but as age creeps in I needed something to keep me inside to watch over the wife who has cancer. I have used so much of what I gleaned from your vids. Again, thank you so very much. Today is a good inside day for leather. Have a blessed 2021. Keep the vids coming.
Thanks for that, Mark!
I don't usually comment on videos but this was especially informative. Thanks
Thank you for that! And thanks for commenting!!
Yes! Thank you. Jigs orderd right away.
Awesome!!
Thanks!!!
Thanks for making your videos. They've helped me a lot as I'm teaching myself. Appreciate what you're doing!
Awe! Thanks for that, Martha! I was self taught, as well. So I’m right there with you.
Thank you so much! I've just begun leatherworking and it brings me a lot of joy. Of course I do not have a lot of tools or quality but I'm being careful and making a few cool things. Thank you so much for this video!
Perfect!!! Remember to have fun, for sure !
Where you get this
Ok, you've convinced me I need a set lol. I'll be ordering later this month.
Awesome!! Just let us know
FREAKING BRILLIANT!
Thanks !
Thank you for sharing your amazing tips
You’re welcome and thanks for watching!
Awesome tips. Hopefully I can get some bump jigs someday. Very helpful. Thank you
Thanks, Kevin! Let us know when you’re ready !
Love your work man , thanks for sharing the knowledge
Thanks, Bobby! It’s my pleasure!!
Game changer! I have to try this... Thanks for the great content!
Perfect!!! Links in the description. 👍
okay you just blew my MIND wow what a video lm just getting into this stuff for personal use l started with a stitch awl and have some tips from mom who was seamstress fabricated my own tools etc. and you took me to a whole other level THANKS
Perfect!!! Glad you enjoyed it! And thanks for watching! 👍
I like the bump jig method
Once you try it…. It becomes easier and second nature. Then, you wonder “why didn’t I do this long ago!?” Check out the link in the video description to get yourself some!
Made some after seeing this. Thanx Artimus. Shoulda called. See ya.
You’re on my list!
Love these tools! They help me out so much. Kuddos to you and Zee Bee
Awesome!! Thanks!!
Great videos, Artie. I learned so much from your tips, tricks and shortcuts. Keep the videos coming!!!
Thanks for that and thanks for watching!
Master!!!
Thanks, Kenny!
Great video, great tips. Thanks for sharing Artie, thanks for giving back. Those bump jigs sure look to be the key!
Thanks, Jamie! And thanks for watching again!
Love it! I like your style.
Thanks !! And thanks for watching !
Thank you so much for the detailed explanation
You’re absolutely welcome! Thanks for watching!
Smooth work my fellow Craftsman! TY
Hello!
I am watching as much as I can your videos & they are Great & Awesome )),
Thanks for Caring is Sharing Videos Appreciate that, always something new and good ).
at the mean time I like to ask where can I buy the Yellow ruler that small size you have on this video ,ive checked on amazon & on internet they are 36,48 & more length .also the little corner cutter half round set.
Thank you and Appreciate!
Excellent techniques!
Thanks!
Grand merci a toi pour ces superbes astuces.✌️😉
A bientôt
Big thanks for a great informations
See you soon.✌️😉
🤘🤘
Thank you sir. Wonderful tricks…
Thanks !!
Thanks for showing your technique, I insist you are one of the best, Could you tell me where I can buy the heavy metal pieces, my best regards
Thanks!! Yes, all the tools are here -
zeebeeleather.com/tool-shop
Beautiful work Artie , for sure I'll grab a set or two of you jigs
Perfect! Let us know if you have any questions.
Excellent video!
Thanks! And thanks for watching!
Love your videos!! Thank you for the tips!! Much appreciated!!
Thanks for watching!!
Excellent video for how to! Thank you sir!
Thanks, Dan!
always a great job, thanks for being a great teacher
Thanks for watching and for commenting!
This was an incredibly helpful and informative video! Thank you sir!
You’re welcome, Troy! Thanks for watching!
Gracias por enseñarnos todos esos conocimientos maestro.
English translation?
Awesome video! Thanks for sharing!!
Thanks and thanks for watching!!
I’ve received some pieces of leather and have others in my craft stash I been thinking about .... you make this look easy with the right tools and an organized method plus good ideas! Thank you from a new subscriber!
Thanks! And thanks for subscribing!
Appreciate the video as always, man. Been using a lot of my scrap aluminum flat bar for the same purpose - glad you gave me the idea
Thanks for watching!!
outstanding brother ...thank you
Thanks!!! More new tools coming soon!
Man I’m just starting and I like your methods. I was in your area when I was in the Army back in 98-99 fort eustis for job training. Thanks enjoyed
Fort eustis! I played soccer there while in the Hampton roads soccer league. 👍
Thanks for sharing practices and techniques. Is there a reason you don't cut along the silver straight edge line? Does it leave the material too short and the yellow straight edge corrects for that?
1. I’m right handed and I need the straight edge on the left to cut along.
2. I don’t like using 1/4” thick as a cutting guide. Too thick.
We all have one of these lol. I haven't even got a jig yet. I'll get there.
👍
So glad you are feeling better!!! Awesome as usual. Do you run the grain of the leather stretch from side to side? Or just cut where your patterns fall?
Thanks for watching! And yes, I’m feeling much better. It all depends on the specific hide and patterns
Awesome tips, thanks for sharing 👍
You’re welcome!!
Awesome....thanks for sharing !
Thanks for watching!
Congratulations, great video, great masterclass. I liked thes videos.
Thanks for that! And thanks for watching!
Awesome use of jigs, very helpful, alot better than using the side of a ruler. For small templates, you should consider 3D printing, opens up so many possibilites, you could combine #10, 9, 6 into one step,
I don’t use software. I’m 100% old school. 😆
Loved it! 👍👍 The only questions I have are;
1. How do you stop the square of the stamps from imprinting?
2. You did drop the Shell stamp a 3rd time didn’t you? 😂🤣😎
1. Practice stamp on a scrap to gauge pressure. And ease up a bit.
2. Um .... yes... don’t tell anyone. 😆
What is the purpose of the notch on the inside of the steel squares? Is that to allow your blade to start past where the corner would be?
It’s for 100% precision. Trust me…. You’ll thank me
Nicely presented. Thanks
I have some of those tools you mentioned. Great video!!
Thanks!!
Just came across your channel and I like it. You do stuff the smart easy way thats fast and quick.
Thanks for that! And thanks for watching!!
Great stuff Artie!! Your content has really stepped up my leathercraft vernacular. Because of you I made my first briefcase and I even went as far as making a 17ish liter backpack. Along with a bunch of wallets for the Fam. Keep I’m coming bud!
Awesome!!! I’m glad I could help!!
@@MasconLeather best on UA-cam hands down!
Thank you for that!
I’ve been doing it the hard way. Thanks😃
You’ve been doing it the “normal” way. I like to push the envelope.
Is there a quick way to make a square (literally, 4 equal sides/90 degree corners) with the bump jigs without measuring
Absolutely! All within 90 seconds.