Awl Hafts, Awl Blades, and Handsewing Needles

Awl Hafts 

Awl Hafts are used to hold the awl blades for hand sewing. These normally have a chuck that tightens down on the end of the awl blade to hold it securely. 

CS Osborne New #928 awl haft, good for small blades. No wrench needed for tightening – $18.00 – in stock CS Osborne palm awl haft, includes wrench – $25.00 – in stock.

Awl Blades

These are diamond profile awl blades that I have sharpened and polished to be ready to use. I start with CS Osborne  blades and take them to a finer edge and durable point. We are stocking two styles and several sizes

Harness Style Awl Blades

These blades have a long edge from tip to the base. They are the most commonly used awl blade style for general sewing. The #42 and #43 sizes have a smaller end will need to be driven into a haft or used in a haft with a chuck that closes down fairly tight. 

CS Osborne #42 harness maker awl blade, 1-1/2 inch, sharpened and polished – $25.00 – in stock. CS Osborne #43 harness maker awl blade, 1-3/4 inch sharpened and polished – $25.00 – in stock. CS Osborne #44 harness maker awl blade, 2 inch, sharpened and polished – $25.00 – in stock CS Osborne #45 harness maker awl blade, 2-1/4 inch, sharpened and polished – $25.00 – in stock. CS Osborne #46 harness maker awl blade, 2-1/2 inch, sharpened and polished – $25.00 – in stock.

Saddler or "Snake Head" Awl Blades

These awl blades have a flared tip with the point and edges sharpened then a rounded shaft. Many saddle makers prefer these for thicker leather. The end makes the slit and the round shaft holds it open. 

CS Osborne #54 saddler awl blade, 2 inch sharpened and polished – $25.00 – in stock. CS Osborne #56 saddler awl blade, 2-1-/4 inch – sharpened and polished – $25.00. CS Osborne New #57 saddler awl blade, 2-1-/2 inch, sharpened and polished – $25.00 – in stock.

Hand-Sewing Needles

We are now stocking John James saddler and harness hand-sewing needles in all sizes offered. These are intended for premade holes (awl or punch/chisel) and blunt tipped to avoid piercing the opposite thread.  Check the chart for the sizes appropriate for your needs. Johns James needles are made in England and are considered by many to be the top tier of hand-sewing sewing needles. They have consistent sizing, strong eyes and less bulging at the eye for easier passage through leather. They are sold in packs of 25. 

JJHN4– John James #for blunt harness and sewing needles, 1-15/16 inches long. Pack of 25 – $7.00 JJHN3 – John James #3 blunt harness and sewing needles, 2-1/16 inch long. 25 pack – $7.00 JJHN2 – John James #to blunt harness and sewing needles, 2-1/16 inch long. 25 pack – $7.00 JJHN1 – John James #1 blunt hand sewing harness needles, 2-3/16 inches long. 25 pack – $7.00 JJHN0 – John James 1-0 blunt harness and sewing needles, 2-1/4 inches long. 25 pack – $8.50 JJHN20 - John James #2-0 blunt harness hand sewing needles, 2-5/16 inches long. Pack of 25 – $8.50 JJHN30 - John James 3-0 blunt harness hand sewing needles, 2-7/16 inches long – 25 pack – $9.00