Craft with precision and control

Forged Awl for Leather Craft – Exact Details and Fit

Specifications at a glance

Materials & Dimensions

Brand
Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Category
Leather Awl
Material
High-carbon steel needle and solid ash wood handle finished with natural oil.
Dimensions
Compact size with an overall length of 17.5 cm (6.89 inches) and lightweight design for comfortable handling.
Type
Leather Awl
Design
Leather Awl
Weight
75 g (2.65 oz)

What arrives

One Forged Awl for Leather Craft by Sharky Forged Steel Tools in Default Title option.

Compact and ergonomic

Size and Handling

Use the sharp needle to pierce, mark, or guide stitches on leather, wood, or textiles with controlled pressure. Maintain the awl by keeping it dry and clean, and occasionally applying natural oil to the handle.

Comfort and control for precision work

Best with the material, sharpening method, storage, and safety setup described for this tool. Do not substitute for unrelated cutting or prying tasks.

Always follow the manufacturer's instructions and safety guidance.

Care and delivery details

Shipping and Returns

Shipping Details

Shipping rates and delivery estimates are shown at checkout. Most partner-brand orders ship in 1-5 business days when inventory is available, but timing can vary by supplier, destination, item type, and carrier. Multi-brand orders may arrive in separate packages.

Return Policy

Return requests are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Damaged, defective, incorrect, or missing items are fully supported; contact Resin Society first and we will coordinate directly with the brand. Change-of-mind returns are reviewed according to the supplier's return policy and item condition.
Hand-forged leather awl with ash wood handle by Sharky Forged Steel Tools

Quiet accuracy, by hand

A slender spike meets an ash grip—steady, certain, and made to find the line before the stitch.

At the workbench

The pause before the first mark

Forged with intent

The Forged Awl for Leather Craft by Sharky Forged Steel Tools takes the guesswork out of first cuts and stitch paths. Its sharpened high‑carbon steel needle meets a palm‑filling ash handle, letting your hand settle and your mark land exactly where it should. Lightweight and compact, it keeps control close and fatigue far from the finish.

Clean marks, calmer hands

Neat punctures and true guides change the way a project comes together—edges align, stitches read as one line, and the piece feels considered. When a tool disappears in the hand, attention returns to the hide, the grain, the next detail. This awl turns small movements into crisp outcomes you can trust.

For the careful maker

Leatherworkers, woodworkers, and craft enthusiasts who want a dependable hand tool with a sharp, ready point and a comfortable ash handle.

In daily practice

Mark stitch lines and pierce clean pilot holes on leather or wood while maintaining steady control.
  • Hand-tool work
  • Woodworking
  • Carving and shaping
  • Shop setup
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About the Maker

Sharky Forged Steel Tools

Sharky Forged Steel Tools supplies carving knives, chisels, gouges, axes, leather tools, and other tactile hand tools for woodshop and craft work. The line is here for makers who want real steel tools for shaping, carving, trimming, and building rather than disposable workshop accessories.
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Your Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the overall dimensions and weight?
Overall length is 17.5 cm (6.89 inches) with an 8 cm needle and a 9.5 cm handle; it weighs 75 g (2.65 oz).
What materials is it made from?
The needle is hand‑forged high‑carbon steel 52100, and the handle is solid ash finished with natural oil.
Is the point sharpened and ready to use?
Yes, it arrives with a perfectly sharpened point.
What tasks does it suit best?
Piercing and marking leather, guiding stitch lines, and general craft work on leather, wood, or textiles.
Who is it intended for?
Both professionals and hobbyists looking for a dependable handmade awl.