What would be better for repairing heavyweight gear in the field? By heavyweight gear, I mean boots, packs and straps, and tents and tarps. A lockstitch sewing awl (handheld manual sewing machine), or a sailmakers palm (thimble on steroids)? Assume both have plenty of spare needles.
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