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Lasher

20-03-2006, 10:49 AM

At the risk of asking a really dumb question, does anyone know of a supplier of leather shock washers to use on leashes?
I want to make my own gear but can't seem to find a supplier.
Or do you make your own washers?
Sorry for being a complete dunce in advance!!

lash

AngelJakki

20-03-2006, 11:40 AM

would you not just use the wad punches ued for making holes for eyelets. They come in really big sizes and then punch out the middle for your leash. Just a thought or else draw round something the right size and cut. You can try the thick rubber washers would depend how much your bird plays with them.

Saker-Clive

20-03-2006, 12:12 PM

I personally make my own; I tend t use an old belt, stamp out the 20 - 25mm disk, then punch out the centre hole depending on the thickness of your leash.
You don't always need a washer, it depends on the size of the ring in the swivel..............................

One of the best places to get cheap punches from is either market stalls or at some of the country/craft fairs. No need to buy expensive ones especially the big ones for washers ; stamp 25 out and that should last you for ages, unless you've got loads of birds!!!:P

GaryPCO

22-03-2006, 10:57 PM

i made a few leashes with leather washers 3/4" tap washersfrom the local pound shop tweve in a pack working well with no problems so far.....

Beaujest

26-03-2006, 06:18 PM

I use a 20 or 25mm hole saw and an old belt.Make sure the belt is tight or the speed of the drill will twist the belt round.The pilot drill bit makes the leash hole,:)

Quiver

26-03-2006, 06:42 PM

the leather washers on leash's were not used a shock absorbers, they are used so that when you inspect your leash and it has worn near the button you put a leather washer on there for changing the postion the swivel and the leash meet, giving you extra use out of your leash.Q

Renton

26-03-2006, 07:12 PM