I'm looking to buy a French Edger, mainly for a decorative step-down edge effect (like Philip does in the clochette video) and maybe thinning down fold-over areas. (and maybe some other things).
I've found a few different tools online, do any of you have experience with these? Or can recommend another one? https://crimsonhides.com/products/french-skiver
https://palosanto-factory.com/products/french-edger-bubinga-handle
And about size: I think a 4mm wide skive would suit a step down effect at the edges, but maybe it's too narrow for other purposes. Would you say: just get a wider one (like 6mm or 8mm) and mark 4mm from the edge and skive till there? Or would you say: just get a 4mm and maybe later a wider one for other purposes? Maybe the questions are too vague, but i'd love to hear your thoughts. :)
@Ramon Snellink The last link would be my choice. They've also got a mind boggling number of 5 star reviews. Paying double isn't getting you anything more.
I'm not a believer in the angled edgers, as a regular one will also be great at nipping a little leather off in awkward areas.
I bought the 4 and 8mm from Palosanto last month, and they are beautiful, well made and sharp. If you can have them as first option I think you won’t be disappointed 👍🏻👍🏻