Kevin Lee Leather Skiver – French Style

Description

Kevin Lee French-style skivers are precision edge-thinning tools machined from alloy steel and hardened to 63 HRC — one of the highest hardness ratings available in a production leathercraft skiver. That hardness means the blade holds its edge significantly longer than most alternatives and can be re-honed repeatedly over years of bench use.

The ebony handle is shaped for comfortable grip during the controlled, repetitive motion that skiving demands. Whether thinning a belt return, feathering a glue edge or reducing a wallet panel before assembly, the tool gives consistent results across both vegetable-tanned and chrome-tanned leather.

Available in six blade widths to suit different tasks.

Blade width guide:

• 8mm: Currently in stock — versatile everyday skiving, a practical starting point for most makers
• 4mm, 6mm, 10mm, 12mm, 20mm: On order — arriving with our next Kevin Lee shipment

Key features:

• Alloy-steel blade hardened to 63 HRC for lasting sharpness
• Re-honable for long-term use
• Ebony handle with ergonomic form for comfort and control
• Suitable for vegetable-tanned and chrome-tanned leather