Vintage Curved Diamond Awl Blade 3.5" George Barnsley sewing blades are made from high-quality steel and are very sharp. These diamond awls makes easy cuts in leather without requiring extra force. The awl is ideal for making right sized and shaped hole prior to hand stitching. This is a useful tool for stitching difficult lines through leather. Type: Diamond curved awl. Brand new. Made in UK Based in Sheffield, George Barnsley company were making shoemakers tools but in 1980's company closed. Now these tools are rare to source. G Barnsley made top quality tools that were designed to last for many years to come. They supplied tools round the world. Especially blades that were specially treated so that the edge keeps sharp. In short tools of best quality, dependable and lasts long. Each t