Leather Punch (Wycinak rymarski) Kuźnia Sułkowice 18 mm model 1-461-18-101

Kuźnia Sułkowice Leather Punch (Wycinak rymarski) model 1-461-18-101 is a hand tool with an 18 mm diameter cutting head designed for creating clean, round holes in leather and similar materials. Built from solid steel, this leather punch is intended for use in saddlery, leathercraft, belt and strap production, and repair tasks where precise circular perforations are required. The tool is operated with a mallet or press to shear material cleanly without excessive stretching or deformation.

Advantages

The solid steel construction provides durability and consistent cutting performance; the 18 mm cutting head produces uniform round holes suitable for buckles, rivets, and decorative features. The tool's geometry is optimized for shearing through leather with reduced burr and minimal fraying. Its simple hand-tool format requires no power source and is compatible with mallets or mechanical presses for controlled force application.

Suitable for

• Leather straps and belts
• Saddlery and harness components
• Upholstery repair and decorative leatherwork
• Craft and workshop projects involving thick or layered leather

Key specifications

• Cutting head diameter: 18 mm
• Material: solid steel construction
• Tool type: manual leather punch (cylindrical hollow punch)
• Intended use: punching round holes in leather and similar materials
• Operation method: strike with a mallet or use with a press

How to use

Position the leather piece on a stable, sacrificial cutting surface. Mark the desired hole location and align the 18 mm cutting head perpendicular to the material. Apply controlled strikes with a mallet or apply pressure using a mechanical press until the punch shears through the leather. After cutting, remove any loose material from the punch interior and, if necessary, finish the hole edge with a burnisher or edge tool to remove minor burrs.

Usage recommendations

For best results, ensure the punch is sharp and free of debris before use. Use a suitable backing block to protect the punch and achieve a clean cut. When working with multi-layer or very thick leather, apply progressive strikes rather than a single heavy blow to maintain control and reduce deformation.