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Making a Shell Cordovan Watch Strap
Cut-out shows the black shell cordovan exterior, French calfskin lining, anti-stretch core, and buckle. Cut-out shows the Japanese Shell Cordovan exterior, French calfskin lining, and anti-stretch core.
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Anti-stretch fabric has been glued to the body and the ends have been skived.
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Body, core, and lining all joined.
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Trimmed to final size.
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Stitching holes have been punched, as well as holes for the buckle.
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Saddle Stitching
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Finished Saddle Stitching
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Inner crease line laid down
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Ironing the first layer of paint
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Laying down the second layer of paint after ironing and sanding.
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Skiving the keeper ends to ready for joining.
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A bit more painting and sanding, and it will be ready to assemble.
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Almost finishd. I'll add some paint to the buckle holes, wax and buff the edges, and brush the cordovan.