ready to take a step up on riveting

[jonesjp@surry.net]

I've been using a Craftool tool set to set rivets, but am ready to take a step up in order to make my kydex look better.

What do you recommend? I rather not spend 100 bucks on a press.

I have a drill press, and can make a lot of tools myself, but figure this is one I'll have to bite the bullet on.

 

[DC KNIVES]

Don't know if this will help you, but there is nothing wrong with building your own press or modifying an existing tool.I modified a small arbor press for stamping my maker's mark.They are cheap to buy and the ram can be easily removed and modified for different setups by drilling,milling or welding.Dave

here's a pic of my modified press

 

[Zuluninja]

Sorry for the thread jack, but this is also the same question I have. Is it better to get one of these arbor presses and modify it, or can I make do with a hand riveter like this one?

http://cgi.ebay.com/New-8-Punch-w-5...s_Drapes_Scarves_Valances&hash=item2564ac4644

And then use brass black to dye the rivets... I already have read a lot on the basics of kydex bending, will probably start doing it soon just as a hobby and make some new sheaths for a couple of knives, but still not sure as of what to use for riveting. I don't want to use screws and would like to do the grommet style rivets.