I am trying to establish tool collection. I wanted to ask the group a question reference the quality of the leather working tools. What makes companies Vergez Blanchard, Barry King and Osborne the standard for leather working tools. Is it the steel? Is it the finish which keeps the steel sharper longer? I sort of rate this like comparing auto tools. I do not see the difference between Mac Tools and Craftsman. Craftsman is much less expensive and still has a lifetime warranty and still produces the same result. Do not get me wrong. I COMPLETELY under stand the theory of buy once, pay once. I really enjoy working with good, quality tools. I ,however, am interested in more experienced leather workers opinion as to their experience with the tools. Are these manufacturers really producing tools that are that much better than say Craft Tools? Or should I just get really good at sharpening since I would be doing it alot more often with the less expensive product line?
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Thank you all for the comments. I always like to have great options and a variety of means to reach a common goal. Your advice has given me a great way to do my due diligence and perform the research in order to find the best tool for the job. Thanks again.