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Review: DECANO Self-Adhesive Sunroof

April 1, 2017 By Naseem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Review DECANO Self-Adhesive Sunroof

There’s a lot of money to be made in installing and repairing sunroofs. However, not every auto upholstery shop has the technical expertise to offer the service. Fortunately, the DECANO Self-Adhesive Sunroof is quick and easy to install. … [Read more...] about Review: DECANO Self-Adhesive Sunroof

Mobile Solutions Makes 3D Routing Easy

March 2, 2017 By Naseem Muaddi

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - SFS Animal Router Shield System

Interested in 3D routing, but think it’s too difficult to master? Think again. Mobile Solutions USA just introduced a new tool that allows fabricators to quickly and easily create 3D components on their routing machines. … [Read more...] about Mobile Solutions Makes 3D Routing Easy

Review: Gedore Craftsman Scissors

February 6, 2017 By Naseem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Review Gedore Craftsman Scissors

No hand tool is more essential to the craft of auto upholstery than quality scissors. That’s why most trimmers spend years testing different brands and models, searching for the perfect pair. And after they find one, it never leaves their side. To help us in the hunt, the good folks at KC Tool recently sent us a pair of Gedore Craftsman Scissors to test. Check out our review … [Read more...] about Review: Gedore Craftsman Scissors

Review: Knipex Diagonal Super Cutters

January 4, 2017 By Naseem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Review Knipex Diagonal Super Cutters

No auto upholstery shop's toolbox is complete without a pair of diagonal cutters. This multi-use tool is great for snapping hog rings, cutting wires, removing staples and an endless array of other tasks. That's why trimmers always have one by their side. The good folks at KC Tool recently sent us a pair of Knipex Twinforce Diagonal Super Cutters to test. Check out our review … [Read more...] about Review: Knipex Diagonal Super Cutters

The $20 Skiving Tool Every Trim Shop Needs

October 6, 2016 By Naseem Muaddi

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Tandy Super Skiver

Unwilling to drop big bucks on a leather skiving machine? Then check out this inexpensive alternative. … [Read more...] about The $20 Skiving Tool Every Trim Shop Needs

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