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C.S. Osborne Fid Made in the USA No. 477

C.S. Osborne Fid Made in the USA No. 477

C.S. Osborne Fid Made in the USA No. 477
$ 9.49

Score By Feature

Based on 385 ratings
Value for money
9.49
Easy to use
9.18

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Product Description

Fid Osborne Lacing Fid Osborne Lacing Fid Osborne Lacing Fid
Fid or awl for the belt. Awl with a blunt tip for stretching and enlarging holes in leather to make lacing easier.
Stippling, tightening, and loosening knots are also possible with this tool. The handle is made of wood. Made in the United States of America.
2 1/4" blade length
5" in total length

Questions & Answers

Is there a way to use this to connect leather straps?

It's built to last and should meet your requirements. It's been useful for tying braids.

Is it possible that this is hollow?

Good day, there. It isn't a hollow tool. It has a solid point to it. I'm hoping for the best with this hrlos.

Selected User Reviews For C.S. Osborne Fid Made in the USA No. 477

This method works well and has already helped me untangle many of my life's tangles
5/5

problems in one's lifebr>(John 3: The other 16 were figured out by 16. br>br>On the other hand, I never expected this to be such a useful tool. Without scoring or snagging delicate materials, it easily penetrates knots. The genuine wood handle is fairly large, making control easier. It has also withstood my abuses (accidental drops, prying, exposure to cutting tools, and so on) without showing any signs of wear. br>br>However, what truly distinguishes this fid? What distinguishes it from the rest of the fads? The product is made in the United States of America. I just helped someone in New Jersey get a job at C. by purchasing something. Ninety-nine percent of Osborne Tool's products are made in the United States. year- a former headquarters It's possible that it's a distant relative I've never met. That's fine. br>br>.

Hunter Campbell
Hunter Campbell
| Apr 01, 2021
It's ideal for untying knots that have become stuck
5/5

I don't work with leather, but I do have to untangle some very old and stuck dyneema kite lines now and then. Normally, chewing on the knot, hammering it, cursing my situation, and a mountain of frustration are required. With this purpose-built tool, that is no longer the case. It's a no-brainer at $8; get one if you want a simple button for loosening knots.

Cameron Schroeder
Cameron Schroeder
| Nov 24, 2021
To be honest, this isn't the type of tool that I'm looking for
5/5

To be honest, this isn't the type of tool I'd expect to be particularly fond of, but it's difficult not to notice how well-made it is. Despite the fact that it is a simple item, the materials and construction scream quality. It's a shame I don't have a need for many of the specialized tools they sell, but if that situation changes, I wouldn't hesitate to buy from them again.

Shawn Branch
Shawn Branch
| Feb 09, 2021
Fid was used to make paracord
5/5

The fid is ideal for paracord work, and I finished it off with a three-pass Pineapple knot. My hands are the ideal size for the wooden handle.

Olivia Wade
Olivia Wade
| May 13, 2021
This is a very useful tool
5/5

I have four different styles of awls, including this one. Each one serves a distinct purpose in my projects. I used this to separate two contact cemented pieces of leather to press in the loose ends of my stitch instead of tying out a knot because it's sharp enough to go through thick leather, though you should take precautions to protect your finger tips on the other side. For this, it was perfect.

Mario Banks
Mario Banks
| Sep 24, 2021
For knot work, this is a useful tool
5/5

As a hobby, I enjoy tying decorative marine knots. The strands of the knot can be tightened and aligned with this handy tool. I would buy it again if I misplaced or broke it.

Dior Larsen
Dior Larsen
| Mar 28, 2021
My only criticism is that it is almost perfect
4/5

My fid's tip had a slight bend in it, which I noticed. In no way is this a deal breaker. I'd say the flaw is less than a 1/16" of an inch in size. Aside from that, this fid has performed admirably in all of my paracord projects and knot work. It's simple to use, gentle on the hands, and well-made, with a ten-year lifespan if properly cared for. Now that I have this fid, I'm glad I have it.

Judah Fuentes
Judah Fuentes
| Oct 31, 2021
This is an intriguing tool
5/5

It's a screwdriver and a punch rolled into one. It aids in the wrapping of rocks for me. It's simple to tuck ends under the wraps when using this method.

Braelyn Tate
Braelyn Tate
| Sep 23, 2021

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