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Strap cutter

Still used today by leatherworkers, this device sets a blade in an adjustable guide to cut a long, straight strip of leather from a larger hide. The leatherworker can set the width of the strap by adjusting the position of the crosspiece that holds the blade.
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  • Home
  • Visit/Contact
    • Hours and Directions
  • Education/Programs
    • Paint and Sip
    • Ed Kinney Series: An Evening With...
    • Charles Huff Free Historical Walking Tours
    • Harrington Free Art Walks
    • Student Programs
  • Exhibits/Collections
    • Exhibits
    • History of Pleasanton
    • Video - Museum on Main Moments
    • Collections
    • Research >
      • Newspaper Research
    • Photographs
    • Things to Donate?
  • Join/Donate
    • Donate
    • Membership
    • Volunteer
    • Living History Program
  • About
    • Mission & History
    • The Values of History
    • EDI Statement
    • Board of Directors
    • Administrative Documents
    • Contact
  • Blog