C.S. Osborne Fid Made in the USA No. 477
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It's built to last and should meet your requirements. It's been useful for tying braids.
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
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>.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.