Lee Posted February 28, 2007 Report Share Posted February 28, 2007 Although re-welting has been covered as a tutorial before I thought I would show you a simple toe repair variation using the Myers Sewing awl. This is basically a hand held sewing machine which has the advantage of using a lock stitch for each stitch cast. This is the shoe with its well worn toe, needing repair. First of all I removed the damaged welt at the toe & Sized a new welting roughly the right length. Next I thinned and skived both the welt on the shoe & its replacement by about ¾" each side. I personally prefer using the machine to a knife as I can achieve a longer smoother skive which will be over around 3 stitches long which aids to its long term durability. For a short length of welting such as this I next mark holes roughly where the original ones are with a pen, then I use my 29K to put in place pilot holes (makes it a bit easier & quicker when stitching) With the first stitch using a Myers awl its important to pull through the amount of thread you need before starting stitching. Then away you go! Passing the needle through the work and drawing back to create a lop in which to pass your thread (creating the lock stitch) Half way round. Stitching complete. Once the stitching is done I glue the skive joint & trim the new welt ready for stitching. Next I replace the cork middling with new, and repair in the normal manor. Job Done, The Myers sewing awl is a great tool, not only for welting but many other stitching applications. Lee This post has been promoted to an article Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
x minit uk Posted February 28, 2007 Report Share Posted February 28, 2007 Nice one. Re welting re invented. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dean Posted February 28, 2007 Report Share Posted February 28, 2007 Great post Lee! Looks like a good alternative for customers not willing to pay for a full re-welt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kobblers Posted February 28, 2007 Report Share Posted February 28, 2007 excellent as a matter of interest, did you add a surcharge for that and if so, how much lee? rick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dean Posted February 28, 2007 Report Share Posted February 28, 2007 excellent as a matter of interest, did you add a surcharge for that and if so, how much lee? rick. I was gonna ask that but didn't want to cause a kerfuffle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted March 1, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 1, 2007 Yes indeed I did charge, Leather 1/2 sole and Heel £28 Toe Welt repair £12 Total job £40 The toe stitching took around 25 minute including taking the picture so normally takes around 15-20 minutes in total. Lee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironplanet uk900 Posted March 2, 2007 Report Share Posted March 2, 2007 Great post that Lee, I ain't used my myers awl for ages. Its a great alternative to a full rewelt. And done to a great standard aswell.. Quality post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh-Candoit (ENG) Posted March 2, 2007 Report Share Posted March 2, 2007 Nice job Lee, another underestimated tool. Hope it aint going to go on you-tube though, someone has already got a re-welting video on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auto Key Wizard Posted March 2, 2007 Report Share Posted March 2, 2007 someone has already got a re-welting video on Have they??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted March 3, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 3, 2007 apparently they are going to start giving you some of there advertising revenue to put stuff on as well, that being the case you tube here I come! Lee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davejones1974 Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 great job Lee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkb Posted November 21, 2007 Report Share Posted November 21, 2007 we use a jerk needle , similar to a mckay needle or blake as you all say. it has the advantage of being able to stitch blind, as long as you can reach it. thread choice is a bit easier. i find the hook less of a contraption. however, i tried the myers tool only once. bkb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh-Candoit (ENG) Posted November 21, 2007 Report Share Posted November 21, 2007 Using the Blake type needle this wasy, Get a Wooden Handle, a 12" piece of quarter inch round steel bar. insert the bar into the handle. Drill the end of the bar and insert the neddle (must be very tight fit). This tool can now be used to get down inside the toes of shoes/boots for stitching Doc Martens type welts from the outside to inside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironplanet uk900 Posted November 21, 2007 Report Share Posted November 21, 2007 Using a blake needle can split the edge of the welt and the upper if your to close to the edge, as the needles are too thick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkb Posted November 22, 2007 Report Share Posted November 22, 2007 well i was thinking of mentioning the thickness of the needles being an issue with the blake. you are correct. i use an American straight needle. it being a 1/3 the thickness. chain stitch mckays are smaller. then abby saddlery sells hook needles for this purpose. then of course your out stitcher needle works for special needs. great tip on the handle to stitch inside. will try that soon. bkb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh-Candoit (ENG) Posted November 22, 2007 Report Share Posted November 22, 2007 Using a blake needle can split the edge of the welt and the upper if your to close to the edge, as the needles are too thick. bkb has already mentioned it but, there are different sizes of blake needle, though I'm not recommending this technique it does have its uses. dont forget that the Awl you may be using is in parts thicker than or as thick as a blake needle. These are aslo available in different sizes thought most just use the thicker one. Interesting that you use Abbey Saddlery bkb!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkb Posted November 23, 2007 Report Share Posted November 23, 2007 i started leather life as a saddler. migrated to cobbling with a short stop as a cordwainer. i specialize in side saddles. talk about niche markets, but im triple busy with 3+ workin. bkb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh-Candoit (ENG) Posted November 23, 2007 Report Share Posted November 23, 2007 Now therein lies many stories, a very interesting career bkb, would love to see some photos of your work on the Saddles, do you also make gun holsters that are embossed and colored? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbo1943 Posted November 29, 2007 Report Share Posted November 29, 2007 Lee,where can I get a Myers Awl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auto Key Wizard Posted November 29, 2007 Report Share Posted November 29, 2007 http://www.tcolledgeandson.com Myers Automatic Awl Hand Tool £11.50 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted November 30, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 Lee,where can I get a Myers Awl Sorry Jimbo, missed this thanks Tel200 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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