Ever wonder exactly how to use that Ez Awl? See this page, paragraphs 7-3 and 7-4 f:<br><br> Awl <br><br>Want to learn a little more on the topic of fabric repair? Start here:<br><br> FM 10-16 General Fabric Repair<br><br>If you prefer a PDF format to download, go here:<br><br> FM in PDF format<br><br>If you just want to extract a little info for later re-printing, use the HTML views (second link, above), highlight the stuff you want, [Copy], and [Paste] into your word processing program. Sometimes you'll have to re-copy the pics one at a time, but it's easy to figure out.<br><br>Those on tight budgets and those who need just exactly the "right" size stuff sack or whatever might want to consider a second-hand sewing machine. (Remember, guys, sewing machines are actually POWER TOOLS for piercing and fastening raw materials) If nothing is broken on the machine, worst case is you have to set the timing on it (sounds like automotive work, eh?) Ordinary household machines handle most normal fabrics up to and including coated cordura, denim, and light canvas. They will also bar-tack the heck out of webbing and 550 cord with the proper needle and thread, so non-life-safety equipment mods are very readily tackled (Do NOT contemplate making your own climbing harness, tho! Good ones are too cheap to risk making your own) Good sewing machines go for a song at garage sales these days...<br><br>Regards,<br><br>Scouter Tom