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Do NOT use one of these.
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The problem with the stitching is it was done on a machine and that means it was lock stitched. This hand held device does the exact same thing, only it is human powered. Once a SINGLE lock stitch is worn through, cut or breaks, it is going to do the EXACT same thing as has already happened - all the stitches in a line will come loose/free.
Saddle Stitching will fix this probably for the rest of your life. Here's a great video to learn:
The easiest way to turn the bag inside out is to first empty it completely. Then dunk it in clear/clean water and begin working it inside out. Dunking it in clear/clean water will NOT hurt properly tanned leather. As you work it and if the leather dries, dunk it again as many time as you need.
Saddle Stitch it while the leather is still moist, it will make it much easier to do. If it dries as you are doing it, dunk it again.
Once you have made the repair, dunk it again and work it inside out again. After it is back inside out again and while the leather is still moist wet, use a rag wetted with good leather oil to lightly wipe down the inside surfaces. The moisture/water in the leather actually helps by helping to ensure you don't get too much oil in the leather. Then use a dry rag to wipe any excess off.
Get an old broomstick or good size dowel or even a branch. Use the stick inside the bag to hold it upside down and leave it outdoors during the day IN THE SHADE, not in the direct sunlight. If you put it out in the morning, it will naturally and safely dry before the sun goes down.
Gus
View attachment 92062
The problem with the stitching is it was done on a machine and that means it was lock stitched. This hand held device does the exact same thing, only it is human powered. Once a SINGLE lock stitch is worn through, cut or breaks, it is going to do the EXACT same thing as has already happened - all the stitches in a line will come loose/free.
Saddle Stitching will fix this probably for the rest of your life. Here's a great video to learn:
The easiest way to turn the bag inside out is to first empty it completely. Then dunk it in clear/clean water and begin working it inside out. Dunking it in clear/clean water will NOT hurt properly tanned leather. As you work it and if the leather dries, dunk it again as many time as you need.
Saddle Stitch it while the leather is still moist, it will make it much easier to do. If it dries as you are doing it, dunk it again.
Once you have made the repair, dunk it again and work it inside out again. After it is back inside out again and while the leather is still moist wet, use a rag wetted with good leather oil to lightly wipe down the inside surfaces. The moisture/water in the leather actually helps by helping to ensure you don't get too much oil in the leather. Then use a dry rag to wipe any excess off.
Get an old broomstick or good size dowel or even a branch. Use the stick inside the bag to hold it upside down and leave it outdoors during the day IN THE SHADE, not in the direct sunlight. If you put it out in the morning, it will naturally and safely dry before the sun goes down.
Gus
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