Kevin Lee Leather Skiver – French Style

Description

The Premium French-Style Skiver delivers exceptional control and consistency when thinning leather edges or removing surface material.
Its alloy-steel blade and ergonomic ebony handle make it a reliable, workshop-grade tool for clean, repeatable skiving.

Typical Uses by Size

• 4 – 8 mm: Edge skiving and border thinning

• 10 – 12 mm: Medium-area skiving such as card slots or panels

• 20 mm: Wide-area levelling and thinning

Features

• Alloy-steel blade hardened to 63 HRC for lasting sharpness

• Easy to re-hone for long-term performance

• Ebony handle with a smooth ergonomic form for comfort and control

• Works perfectly on both vegetable-tanned and chrome-tanned leathers

Now available in 8 mm — a versatile size ideal for everyday edge skiving and precision leatherwork.