kobblers Posted February 25, 2013 Report Share Posted February 25, 2013 We saw the Bavaria soles on the T.Colledge website and thought we'd give them a try as we liked the look of them: Rick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted February 25, 2013 Report Share Posted February 25, 2013 you just wanted to show us your natty little toe design (Lee likes!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted February 25, 2013 Report Share Posted February 25, 2013 & O'look StevenB there's another one of those FILTHY aprons you lot insist on wearing, so 1950's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toofatbyfar Posted February 25, 2013 Report Share Posted February 25, 2013 did you order them for the free beer rick?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kobblers Posted February 25, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 25, 2013 No mate lol I really like the colour on them Nowt wrong with my apron Lee I think I got it off k4mrc years ago with some units I bought Rick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toofatbyfar Posted February 25, 2013 Report Share Posted February 25, 2013 we tried some, got the free beer too \:D/ shame they aint skived Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
windycity Posted February 25, 2013 Report Share Posted February 25, 2013 are these the other german oak bark tanned soles rick do you pattern all your leather like that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kobblers Posted February 26, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2013 I know Paul, I hate having to skive strong leather as it tends to caramelise if your band's not brand new. What was the beer like then ya P*$$head windy, I don't have a set way of doing leather soles to be honest. I sometimes use other designs depending on my mood and what sort of condition the upper is in. This is my preferred method though. I use the cup holders from my engraver to create the curves and I do the first coat of black with a permanent marker, second coat with Scuff Kote. I don't like using stuff like Brytaline as it can look too thick or smudged. I'm going to be getting some more of those soles as you don't have to use any stain on them and just a single coat of lacquer really enhances the appearance. Rick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh-Candoit (ENG) Posted April 26, 2013 Report Share Posted April 26, 2013 Ditch the apron Rick.....if you want the Leather to cut against then cut a square around 9" and attatch in the centre of a new Apron with DuraDots. Change for a new one as needed (also alows to be removed for washing/cleaning of the Apron. 1st impressions count. New expencive light coloured shoes/bags do not deserve to get into close encounters with a grubby Apron. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dean Posted April 26, 2013 Report Share Posted April 26, 2013 I must admit, Rick's apron is looking a bit scutty, but his workmanship (from the photos provided) looks great to me. It's impossible to remain clean and clinical 100% of the time, due to the nature of the job, but just lately, I've been trying to smarten up my act! There's nothing worse than trying to sell a big trophy order/wedding order (engraving) whilst wearing an apron that looks like its 50 years old and contains half of last week's lunch! You can be the most highly skilled craftsman in the world, but customers don't know any different until you present your work, so first impressions are crucial!!..... ...It's something that Timpsons do really well, In my opinion. All of their shops are well presented and displayed, regardless of the skills of the in-store staff! It costs next to f*** all to turn up to work, in a smart uniform! If you're a one-man band, have a look at the trousers/shirts/jumpers in Asda/Primark! The gear is so cheap, yet respectable looking, that it really doesn't matter if it's ruined in a few weeks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted April 27, 2013 Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 Aprons, don't wake me up, I might not stop.... So last century. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kobblers Posted April 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 So, where can I get a decent quality apron from then? I've had a look at a few on the web but nothing appeals to me I will give my old one a nice respectful burial and prayer service. Rick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted April 27, 2013 Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 why not get some sweatshirts printed up & forget the apron entirely? fleas live in them you know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kobblers Posted April 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 We already have polo shirts with our shop name on. I can't work without some sort of overall - never have been able to. Rick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gray Posted April 28, 2013 Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 Nor me Rick, I feel naked. ............... Lee I looked in the pockets of my apron, can't see any fleas, only bits of rubber and leather and a couple of rollies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenB Posted April 28, 2013 Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 I tried working without an apron for a couple of days this week. Complete disaster, looked a mess. Back to the apron for me too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theleathershop Posted April 28, 2013 Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 if anyone interested, can print good quality f. o .t .l polos any colour any size with 3 lines of txt on the crest for £15. this price only open 2 forum members. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gray Posted April 28, 2013 Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 My apron would cover the printing............ ay's ing 949 Would make no sense. ............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theleathershop Posted April 28, 2013 Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 3 lines of txt, never said anything about how many words per line Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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