It may have been made 5 years ago, but I just saw this. Can’t believe how timely. I had seen this last evening then today I had to remove two rivets. What a find! Easy. My previous removals had left damage. This was exactly has shown. A belated thanks!!!
Can not thank you enough! Came here despondent over a bad rivet set on a new project and looking for help... Of course you'd have a solution! You guys have not only the BEST but the most enjoyable leather tutorials on TH-cam! Keep on!
Thanks for that! My ADHD got the best of me the other night and I set over a dozen rivets backward through my piece. I noticed what I was doing just as I went to set my last one. You're a lifesaver!
Thank you. Just got a nice drop leg bag with a really cheap nylon waist belt riveted on, so I wanted to make sure I could change that belt without damaging the bag. Y'all are lifesavers.
Thanks! I'm trying to remove parts from thrifted belts for use in making leather cuff bracelets, and this answered all of my questions. You are an awesome instructor!
I found another way to remove rivets, although less effective, it's great if you don't have the correct drill bit, if the rivet was set poorly or if it spins too much and the drill won't go through the rivet. I took a hole puncher 0.5 millimeters wider than the rivet post, and hammered it through the rivet. Since the post flattens into the female end of the rivet, the circle hole punch completely severs both end of the rivets. I took 9 rivets out of my project doing this today.
I needed a quick and easy solution and boy was this the right place to come. Thank you for the clear and concise video, TH-cam is riddled with how-to videos that include the person's life story and and as endearing as that may be, I just want to know the info so I can get on with my project. 10/10 you got my subscription.
Finally ran across the need to remove a snap and just knew you would have a helpful video covering how to do it. All your videos are top notch!! Thank you.
I was reminded that copper rivets get hot as hell when drilling them out, or Dremeling them out. The re-set trick is helpful. Thank you for the video Chuck.
I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your comment and couldn’t be happier that your leatherwork has flourished! It sounds like you’re having a great time with it. I hope every one of your projects come out beautifully!
I really like this series of The Leather Element. Great info for the amateur as well as more experienced. How about doing a tour of your workshop. Even though I'm just a hobbyist and can't possibly have a shop as complete as yours, seeing how you organize can give me ideas on how to do mine. I'm reminded of your video on table lighting using clamp lights.
I am so glad you like The Leather Element! Thank you for your comment, and, great idea on the shop tour! As a crafter, I, like most all of us, spent many an hour working on the kitchen table. Good times! A larger, more complete, shop only means I walk more, clean more and I can now misplace items more efficiently over a larger territory! There are so many great ways to make a small workspace comfortable and functional. This is a great idea, and I am putting this on the idea board now! Keep watching and we’ll see if we can get a good video out there that can help!
Thank you so much! I made a case that came out great except the snap on belt loop I improvised wasn't working as well as planned. I ordered a 2 part belt clip system but was worried I'd mangle the piece trying to pry the original attempt off. I'm so glad I saw this first! I was even able to reuse the original holes so I'm not constantly reminded of my mistake.
Really good information just starting out on leather work projects removing and replacing snappers and rivets.This video is so concise it's definitely given me the confidence to get stuck in .Cheers fella ,hope I end up with a workshop like yours oneday ;o)
This was a super informative video and very well made. You have a good, fast way of explaining things so that it’s very easy to follow. Thanks for the help!
Hi, a great video thank you. I have a question if I may. I need to accurately punch a 3mm hole through 3 pieces of 3mm of vegtan leather. This is to make the holes for double cap solid brass rivets for the Police dog leads. The hole punches I have all get thicker the more leather I punch through. Is it possible to get hole punches the don't widen out as they go deeper through up to 3 layers of leather? Thank you in anticipation.
Hi there, The least amount of widening you're probably going to be able to find will be a spring punch but it will still widen a little bit. I've linked the CS Osborne single tube punch below if you'd like to take a look: www.weaverleathersupply.com/catalog/item-detail/cso153-3/single-tube-spring-punch-3/pr_14757
Can you recycle the rivet heads and conchos? I have some decorative ones from my late grandfather's jacket, and I don't want to replace them with plain rivets. It would look terrible. Is there any way I can save the decorative rivets or conchos?
I keep trying to do this with some quick rivets and it isn't working. Once I have the drill bit on the piece it will grip and spin but it doesn't end up detatching. What am I doing wrong?
Hi Alex, If the rivet is loose enough to spin, you'll need to set it tighter. Just use the rivet setter and tap it with your mallet so it's tight, that way the drill will actually start drilling through the rivet, not just spinning it.
I had to do this with a tool pouch I made cause I set a part in the wrong spot It kept spinning so i was like oh no I'm out of luck, reseting it worked like a charm!!!
I love the copper rivets/burrs because they are there to stay! The dremel may be the best way. A larger drill/bit may speed the process a little, but those are tough to remove, which is exactly what makes them great rivets!
My biggest issue with removing them is when a long post is used through thick leather and the post has been bent in between several layers of leather pinching them together. Makes it even more difficult to get them apart. Haven't had one I couldn't get but some of them were tough.
I am new to leather crafting and leather making and leather tools. how do I know what leather would be for certain projects? when is a heavier leather needed vs lighter leather? what are the benefits to lighter vs heavier leather? what is a good beginners toolkit?
This chart about what projects each thickness is used for should answer your questions: www.weaverleathersupply.com/learn/leather-101/leather-thickness As far as the beginner's toolkit, here are some basic tools to get started, but as you progress, each element will require a certain set of tools/materials, such as dyeing, stamping and lacing. Try this list of 10 items to get started: -Leather-I would suggest an 8/9 oz veg-tan because this is a standard weight and a very versatile leather that can be formed, sewn, dyed, stamped… -Steel Square -Utility Knife -Poly or Rawhide mallet -Poundo Board-for cutting patterns and leather -Revolving Punch-punching all manner of holes -Rivet setter and Double Cap rivets-A selection of small and medium would be best -Quartz slab-for setting rivets/eyelets/grommets and for stamping and tooling. The slab is, typically, the heart of your leather shop. - Oil dye (the color of your choice) -Leather Balm-Top Coat As you progress, you can start adding elements and the associated tools for those elements (usually very affordable) such as setting buckles, setting snaps, stamping/tooling, lacing, antiquing, hand sewing and so many more! I hope this helps in getting you started!
You are right! The cap wants to spin and it can be frustrating! The cheaper rivets have an open back so the drill goes straight to the post, but the double cap (used in the video) wants to spin, so, I need to punch with the awl first. This pushes the cap into the post and helps to keep it from spinning. It will spin, but, a second hit with the setter and it should pop right off.
If you don't have a drill, you can use cutting nippers and try to get under the head of the rivet and cut off the head and then the rest of rivet should be able to be popped out. Just be careful not to scratch the leather when doing that. Hope that helps!
I have a rivet on a leather item that slipped out through the hole in the leather. I'll have to remove the rivet and redo it. But, I assume the new rivet is just going to slip through the hole in the leather again. What do I do about that?
I'm trying to get out a rivet on plate mail armour. I think it's a river becuae it holds a leather strap. But I can not get it out to change the rover with new leather strap. The river on the back is protruding . Any ideas?
I'm sorry you're having trouble with this. If you can't get the rivet out using a drill, about the only other thing to do is try to get nippers under the rivet head and cut the head off. Then you should be able to punch the rest of the rivet through with a scratch awl and a hammer. Hope that helps!
@@WeaverLeatherSupply Just realized it's called a concho lol sorry i'm new, but my concho is riveted & i'm trying to remove it to get it gold platted at a jewelr and place it back on myself. So it's the concho and the rivet
Now I just need a slab of quartz, an awl and an 1/8 inch drill bit to remove nine backwards rivets. Oh the joy of being distracted by two Granddaughters.
Hi Joanna, A drill is the easiest way but not the only way.You can try clipping the rivet cap or back off by using a cutting nipper - you just have to be more careful because the nippers can mark the leather up. Once the cap or back is removed you can usually pop the rivet out using a scratch awl.
Ok, let us see how the grommet is removed. Please! I have 4 to replace in leather for lacing back up. I so glad that I did not throw away my laced obi.
Smaller grommets will drill out the same way, but, the larger grommets are a bit more difficult (3/8” and up). The front part of the grommet/male piece has the post and the back is simply a washer, so all you need to do is take a pair of pliers and, on the back side of the grommet, squeeze the portion of the post that has come through the washer and curled. You just have to squeeze it inward enough to get the washer to come over the post. This isn’t a perfect process, but it should remove the grommet without damaging the leather.
It may have been made 5 years ago, but I just saw this. Can’t believe how timely. I had seen this last evening then today I had to remove two rivets. What a find! Easy. My previous removals had left damage. This was exactly has shown. A belated thanks!!!
I just now did the same thing !
Likewise!
Can not thank you enough! Came here despondent over a bad rivet set on a new project and looking for help... Of course you'd have a solution! You guys have not only the BEST but the most enjoyable leather tutorials on TH-cam! Keep on!
Thank you so much! Glad we could help.
Thanks for that! My ADHD got the best of me the other night and I set over a dozen rivets backward through my piece. I noticed what I was doing just as I went to set my last one. You're a lifesaver!
Thank you. Just got a nice drop leg bag with a really cheap nylon waist belt riveted on, so I wanted to make sure I could change that belt without damaging the bag. Y'all are lifesavers.
It sure is nice to see someone as happy and enthusiastic as you (Chuck). Thanks for sharing. Keep up the great work.
Thank you, Patrick!
Thanks! I'm trying to remove parts from thrifted belts for use in making leather cuff bracelets, and this answered all of my questions. You are an awesome instructor!
Glad I could help, thank you!
I found another way to remove rivets, although less effective, it's great if you don't have the correct drill bit, if the rivet was set poorly or if it spins too much and the drill won't go through the rivet. I took a hole puncher 0.5 millimeters wider than the rivet post, and hammered it through the rivet. Since the post flattens into the female end of the rivet, the circle hole punch completely severs both end of the rivets. I took 9 rivets out of my project doing this today.
Greetings from India again,
An absolutely simple, easy and effectivve technic.
Thanks as always.
I needed a quick and easy solution and boy was this the right place to come. Thank you for the clear and concise video, TH-cam is riddled with how-to videos that include the person's life story and and as endearing as that may be, I just want to know the info so I can get on with my project. 10/10 you got my subscription.
thank you, glad it was helpful!
Finally ran across the need to remove a snap and just knew you would have a helpful video covering how to do it. All your videos are top notch!! Thank you.
Thank you so much!
I was reminded that copper rivets get hot as hell when drilling them out, or Dremeling them out. The re-set trick is helpful. Thank you for the video Chuck.
Thank you, Garrett - glad it was helpful!
Simple and straight to the point. Thanks for the excellent video!
Thank you good Sir! Not just for this video but for all of you videos, my love for leather-work flourished since i have been watching you.
I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your comment and couldn’t be happier that your leatherwork has flourished! It sounds like you’re having a great time with it. I hope every one of your projects come out beautifully!
So nice of you, thank you. All the best from Serbia!
Thanks. Worked the first time with just a drill bit awl, didn't have to drill. Thanks again Chuck.
Worked with Chance Chandler in Birmingham years ago. Spoke with you when you were in Atlanta.
I really like this series of The Leather Element. Great info for the amateur as well as more experienced. How about doing a tour of your workshop. Even though I'm just a hobbyist and can't possibly have a shop as complete as yours, seeing how you organize can give me ideas on how to do mine. I'm reminded of your video on table lighting using clamp lights.
I am so glad you like The Leather Element! Thank you for your comment, and, great idea on the shop tour! As a crafter, I, like most all of us, spent many an hour working on the kitchen table. Good times! A larger, more complete, shop only means I walk more, clean more and I can now misplace items more efficiently over a larger territory!
There are so many great ways to make a small workspace comfortable and functional. This is a great idea, and I am putting this on the idea board now! Keep watching and we’ll see if we can get a good video out there that can help!
Thanks. Looking forward to the video on workspace organization for the leathercrafter.
Very nice! All these years I've been trying to pry the pieces apart and of course leaving score marks along the way...
Thank you so much! I made a case that came out great except the snap on belt loop I improvised wasn't working as well as planned. I ordered a 2 part belt clip system but was worried I'd mangle the piece trying to pry the original attempt off. I'm so glad I saw this first! I was even able to reuse the original holes so I'm not constantly reminded of my mistake.
So glad it helped!
Really good information just starting out on leather work projects removing and replacing snappers and rivets.This video is so concise it's definitely given me the confidence to get stuck in .Cheers fella ,hope I end up with a workshop like yours oneday ;o)
Thank you, Gordon!
This element was perfectly timed. I needed to know this for a couple of projects that need changes. Thank you.
Exactly what I needed to see
This channel is so awesome
This was a super informative video and very well made.
You have a good, fast way of explaining things so that it’s very easy to follow.
Thanks for the help!
Thanks so much!
Wow! Thats alot easier than i imagined!
Any advice on how to remove the heavy duty solid post and washer copper/brass rivets?
Really love these videos. Straight to the point and super helpful. Thanks!
This was a great help to me, thanks so much!
You're welcome!
Thanks so much.....Those answers to questions you do not think about until you need to know ;)
Thank you for that, loving your videos. I just started, looking at making Police dog leads with brass fittings.
Chuck, great tip. I know we shouldn’t use our finger to grab sharp metal edges. I’m guilty of the same thing and I have the cuts to prove it.
Thank you ! Now I can replace the strap for my Jason mask.
omg!!🤯🤯 I've been doing it ALL WRONG and ruining my projects!! Thank you !!
Glad we could help! You're welcome! :)
How do I remove a rivet when I don’t have access to the backside?
This guy is awesome!
I really appreciate your channel ❤ thank you for all the work you put into your videos!!
Thank you so much, Erin!
Hi, a great video thank you. I have a question if I may. I need to accurately punch a 3mm hole through 3 pieces of 3mm of vegtan leather. This is to make the holes for double cap solid brass rivets for the Police dog leads. The hole punches I have all get thicker the more leather I punch through. Is it possible to get hole punches the don't widen out as they go deeper through up to 3 layers of leather? Thank you in anticipation.
Hi there,
The least amount of widening you're probably going to be able to find will be a spring punch but it will still widen a little bit. I've linked the CS Osborne single tube punch below if you'd like to take a look: www.weaverleathersupply.com/catalog/item-detail/cso153-3/single-tube-spring-punch-3/pr_14757
Thank you!! Saved me from ruining a $100.00 collar!!
So glad the video was helpful!
Is it the same method for copper river and burrs?
Very helpful. Always have awesome vids.
Can you recycle the rivet heads and conchos? I have some decorative ones from my late grandfather's jacket, and I don't want to replace them with plain rivets. It would look terrible. Is there any way I can save the decorative rivets or conchos?
I keep trying to do this with some quick rivets and it isn't working. Once I have the drill bit on the piece it will grip and spin but it doesn't end up detatching. What am I doing wrong?
Hi Alex,
If the rivet is loose enough to spin, you'll need to set it tighter. Just use the rivet setter and tap it with your mallet so it's tight, that way the drill will actually start drilling through the rivet, not just spinning it.
How do I remove a rivet when both sides are curved. I can't hold an awl tip in place to create the little divot for the drill bit.
I had to do this with a tool pouch I made cause I set a part in the wrong spot It kept spinning so i was like oh no I'm out of luck, reseting it worked like a charm!!!
Glad to hear it worked out for you!
What about a copper rivet with a burr? I have used my dremel in the past but it wasn't perfect.
I love the copper rivets/burrs because they are there to stay! The dremel may be the best way. A larger drill/bit may speed the process a little, but those are tough to remove, which is exactly what makes them great rivets!
My biggest issue with removing them is when a long post is used through thick leather and the post has been bent in between several layers of leather pinching them together. Makes it even more difficult to get them apart. Haven't had one I couldn't get but some of them were tough.
So thankful for this video! Thank you thank you
You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!
What can you use if you don't have a setter?
Fantastic information, thank you😊
Is it possible to remove them with out damaging them? Since it's a Louis vuitton rivet that I would like to reuse
I am new to leather crafting and leather making and leather tools. how do I know what leather would be for certain projects? when is a heavier leather needed vs lighter leather? what are the benefits to lighter vs heavier leather? what is a good beginners toolkit?
This chart about what projects each thickness is used for should answer your questions: www.weaverleathersupply.com/learn/leather-101/leather-thickness
As far as the beginner's toolkit, here are some basic tools to get started, but as you progress, each element will require a certain set of tools/materials, such as dyeing, stamping and lacing. Try this list of 10 items to get started:
-Leather-I would suggest an 8/9 oz veg-tan because this is a standard weight and a very versatile leather that can be formed, sewn, dyed, stamped…
-Steel Square
-Utility Knife
-Poly or Rawhide mallet
-Poundo Board-for cutting patterns and leather
-Revolving Punch-punching all manner of holes
-Rivet setter and Double Cap rivets-A selection of small and medium would be best
-Quartz slab-for setting rivets/eyelets/grommets and for stamping and tooling. The slab is, typically, the heart of your leather shop.
- Oil dye (the color of your choice)
-Leather Balm-Top Coat
As you progress, you can start adding elements and the associated tools for those elements (usually very affordable) such as setting buckles, setting snaps, stamping/tooling, lacing, antiquing, hand sewing and so many more!
I hope this helps in getting you started!
This guy is a great host.
Thank you so much!
Excellent information; thank you
Thanks, that worked out well.
Can you show how to take out a copper rivet?
Hi Bruce,
We'll see about putting this on the list!
How would you remove a double-cap rivet? As you mentioned, the cap will make the drill bit wander and scratch the leather.
You are right! The cap wants to spin and it can be frustrating! The cheaper rivets have an open back so the drill goes straight to the post, but the double cap (used in the video) wants to spin, so, I need to punch with the awl first. This pushes the cap into the post and helps to keep it from spinning. It will spin, but, a second hit with the setter and it should pop right off.
Awesome!
Hey what if you cant get to the back side of the river?
Hi Larry,
Here is a video that may help you out with that: th-cam.com/video/VkeaC1CHDRA/w-d-xo.html
Is this the same procedure in removing spiked rivets?
Hi Adan,
Yes, you should be able to use this same approach for spiked rivets. Hope that helps!
Saved my sanity
Is there a way to get the rivet out and being able to re-use the rivet?
Hi Paula,
Unfortunately the rivets are not usually salvageable once they are removed.
Is there any way to remove a set rivet if I don't have a drill, and bit set? With any other tools?
If you don't have a drill, you can use cutting nippers and try to get under the head of the rivet and cut off the head and then the rest of rivet should be able to be popped out. Just be careful not to scratch the leather when doing that. Hope that helps!
@@WeaverLeatherSupply Thank you so much! It does.
Thank you so much!!! 😮👏
Ends and outs of rivets and snaps?
I have a rivet on a leather item that slipped out through the hole in the leather. I'll have to remove the rivet and redo it. But, I assume the new rivet is just going to slip through the hole in the leather again. What do I do about that?
You may need to add a leather washer with a smaller hole so that the head of the rivet can't slip through.
@@WeaverLeatherSupply Thank you so much for the reply! Really didn't expect a reply anytime soon! Checking out your website now.
I'm trying to get out a rivet on plate mail armour. I think it's a river becuae it holds a leather strap. But I can not get it out to change the rover with new leather strap. The river on the back is protruding . Any ideas?
I'm sorry you're having trouble with this. If you can't get the rivet out using a drill, about the only other thing to do is try to get nippers under the rivet head and cut the head off. Then you should be able to punch the rest of the rivet through with a scratch awl and a hammer. Hope that helps!
@@WeaverLeatherSupply thank you. I will try that. The metal seems really soft
So helpful 🎉🎉
How would i remove a stud without damaging a stud and placing the same stud back on
Is it a spot with the two prongs on the back or what kind of stud is it you've got?
@@WeaverLeatherSupply Just realized it's called a concho lol sorry i'm new, but my concho is riveted & i'm trying to remove it to get it gold platted at a jewelr and place it back on myself. So it's the concho and the rivet
That was great thank you
Now I just need a slab of quartz, an awl and an 1/8 inch drill bit to remove nine backwards rivets. Oh the joy of being distracted by two Granddaughters.
Thank you.
My life saver😇❤
Any way to remove without a drill? I don't want to buy one. 😫
Hi Joanna,
A drill is the easiest way but not the only way.You can try clipping the rivet cap or back off by using a cutting nipper - you just have to be more careful because the nippers can mark the leather up. Once the cap or back is removed you can usually pop the rivet out using a scratch awl.
@@WeaverLeatherSupply thanks! I will try to cut it off today!
Excellent.....😋👌
great thanks! very professional
Good thing to know. Thanksn
Sure thing, Robert! Thanks for watching.
Ok, let us see how the grommet is removed. Please! I have 4 to replace in leather for lacing back up. I so glad that I did not throw away my laced obi.
Smaller grommets will drill out the same way, but, the larger grommets are a bit more difficult (3/8” and up). The front part of the grommet/male piece has the post and the back is simply a washer, so all you need to do is take a pair of pliers and, on the back side of the grommet, squeeze the portion of the post that has come through the washer and curled. You just have to squeeze it inward enough to get the washer to come over the post. This isn’t a perfect process, but it should remove the grommet without damaging the leather.
THANK YOU!
lovely
Great idea. But I glued my leather and reverted 😢
For me the rivet just starts to spin again after I re-hit the rivet back down 😤
I like this dude.
i just gained a skill point by watching this video
awesome vid, i learned a lot!
hoping that cold passes, you sound like you could use a klinex!
Woodprix is nice for that.
yahoo.
Thank you, very good explanation!
Thank you