In a message dated 11/20/99 12:42:20 PM Pacific Standard Time, mjmc@attglobal.net writes: << Hi Dave, No last rites for this one! This was an experiment on 90 yr old butts..(that doesn't sound good). The straps come off just fine with an xacto knife, glue and all. I was out of hide glue flakes and was in an experimental mood. The drop of CA glue was used to make it tack in place quickly. Mike >> How would they come off, say 5 to 10 years down the line? For example, I can glue a hammer butt today, then tommorrow, or 5 days later, remove the hammer without splitting the shank. As the glue ages, the more difficult it is to remove the item cleanly. Bottom line is to use the proper glue, i.e. hide glue and save yourself from the extra work later. Dave
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