Leatherwork waxed cable linen Fil Au Chinois

Fil Au Chinois waxed cable linen thread for hand-stitching leather

What does waxed cable linen mean?

The Fil Au Chinois waxed cable linen is a luxury thread for high-quality leather work. As indicated in the name, this thread is cabled, signifying that the threads have been twisted a first time, and then these threads are assembled and twisted a second time.

The term "câblé", or corded, signifies this double twist. This process greatly increases the solidity of the thread, while also making it more rounded, making it particularly suitable for leather work.

This thread is also waxed, meaning it is passed through a bath containing beeswax and starch. This process stiffens the thread, making it easier and more pleasant to work with, and allows it to glide smoothly through leather while improving the durability and aesthetics of the stitching.

How is waxed cable linen used?

This thread is primarily used for hand-stitching leather and, more specifically, for saddle stitching. It is not suitable for use with sewing machines.

Available thicknesses of Fil Au Chinois waxed cable linen thread:

  • The N°332 has a diametre of 0.77mm, available in 10m cards and 133m spools.
  • The N°432 has a diametre of 0.63mm, available in 10m cards and 200m spools.
  • The N°532 has a diametre of 0.57mm, available in 10m cards and 250m spools.
  • The N°632 has a diametre of 0.51mm, available in 10m cards and 288m spools.
  • The N°832 has a diametre of 0.43mm, available in 10m cards and 375m spools.

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