Thread: File Storage Wallet?

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Originally Posted by cpsmusic

I remember seeing a file/rasp "wallet" somewhere that could be rolled up. Anyone know of anything like this? I've tried searching but of course I get every type of "file", "metal cabinet", etc. other than what I'm after.

Perhaps googling "tool roll" might put you on the right track?

I have several custom leather rolls, which can be a bit exxy, but I've seen sites advertising custom canvas rolls quite cheaply. (The reason I suggest you look at custom ones is 'cos most 'general' rolls are only 7" or 8" high while most files are longer than that. Esp. if handled.)

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3D Knitted Chisel Roll - Lee Valley Tools
Carving Tool Roll - Lee Valley Tools -- might be a bit short one end
Canvas Chisel and Gouge Rolls - Lee Valley Tools
Leather Tool Rolls - Lee Valley Tools

should give you ideas.
A canvass or linen roll is pretty easy to make -- especially if you have access to a sewing machine

Thanks!

I can really recommend Aussie made MAKA's Leather tool (https://maka.com.au) rolls - I had mine custom made by Maka to suit these Floats I made a few years back

His suede rolls cost about $60 - check out his knife rolls - make sure you are sitting down when you see the prices.
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I also recommend his aprons

Bob

Maka's gear looks superb.

Chris

Try Skew's suggestion: I googled "tool rolls" and it brought up 926 listings, but I only looked at the first half dozen ! Be sure to check whether a file will fit as Skew says. Ian's suggestion of making up from heavy cloth or canvas is good if you, friend or partner are handy with the sewing machine. Somewhere I have one SWMBO made for me:

Regards
Paul

Originally Posted by Bushmiller

Ian's suggestion of making up from heavy cloth or canvas is good if you, friend or partner are handy with the sewing machine. Somewhere I have one SWMBO made for me:

talk about timing.

This morning's emails contained the latest Lee Valley newsletter with this article Lee Valley Tools - Woodworking Newsletter



and you don't even need a sewing machine !!


I'll leave you to read the rest of the article

I made some axe covers the same way.

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Here's an axe cover I made for our camping axe many years ago. Made from an old boot, hand stitched along the bottom edge with the handy "Awl for all". Rough piece of work, I know, but still holding together after innumerable camping trips all over Aus'.
Cheers,
Geoff.