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Originally Posted by sheathmaker
Progunner; The 25, 26, 27 etc are the sizes of Schmetz brand needles for heavy duty (saddle) stitching machines like Toro, Artisan, etc. The main reason I used them as an example is because I use my machine without thread to pre punch holes for hand stitching. If you are already using a needle that satisfies you then don't try to "fix it if it ain't broke". As long as you are using a needle and not a drill bit then I guess the power on or off question is not important because you shouldn't get ragged holes any way. This post was meant primarily for those who were using an awl and were not real satisfied with the even line up of the holes on the back side. The drill press thing does cure that.
Regards,
Paul
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Thanks Paul. I do use a drill bit, I have since I started making sheaths. It seems like many of you guys suggest otherwise, so I am looking into just punching the holes using the press as you described above. I could probably chuck my needle into the press, but I do pretty thick work, and I am concerned it might snap before punching through. Next sheath I make, I will try it to see what happens.