Anyone make their own leather watch straps? Looking for advice on tools and equipment, including templates etc.
Looking for recommendations for a reasonable set of tools to get me started and that I can add to or upgrade over time.
Just testing the water before I commit and end up buying all the wrong things.
All advice and guidance gratefully accepted .
Also looking for advice on how long it takes to knock up a middle of the road strap, and how much one could reasonably charge for a generic hand made strap and how much for a bespoke strap? Looked on line and prices range from $50-$250, but (of course) the higher prices you are also paying for the name/brand.
Also what kinds of leather should one be looking at or avoiding when starting out... What thickness / type/ grade etc...