Description
The 2 Inch Curved Leather Needle Light No. 503 by C.S. Osborne is a professional-quality hand-sewing needle designed for leatherwork, upholstery and detailed repair work. Its curved shape makes it easier to stitch around corners, inside confined areas and through projects where using a straight needle would be difficult.
Manufactured from fine-quality wire to C.S. Osborne’s exacting standards, this light curved needle provides excellent control for accurate hand stitching. The specialised flat leather point helps penetrate leather cleanly, while the oval eye accommodates suitable sewing thread.
C.S. Osborne leather, upholsterer’s and hardware needles have long been recognised as a world standard for dependable quality. This 2-inch version is ideal for finer repairs and smaller projects requiring a compact, easily controlled curved needle.
Specifications
- 📏 Size: 2 inches (approximately 51mm)
- 📐 Point: Flat leather point
- ⚙️ Needle Style: Light curved needle
- 🪡 Eye: Oval eye, gauge 19
- 🔹 Point Gauge: Gauge 23
- 🏷️ Model: C.S. Osborne No. 503
- ✨ Material: High-quality steel wire
- 📦 Standard Quantity: Dozen
- 👜 Ideal For: Leatherwork, upholstery and confined stitching areas
Applications
This curved leather needle is suitable for:
- Leather repairs
- Upholstery stitching
- Furniture restoration
- Automotive upholstery
- Handbag and case repairs
- Saddlery repairs
- Cushion and seat repairs
- Stitching around corners
- Confined or difficult-to-reach areas
- General leathercraft projects
Why Choose This Needle?
The compact 2-inch curved profile provides excellent control when completing detailed stitching and repairs. Its shape allows the needle to enter and exit the material from an angle, making it particularly useful when access to the back of the project is restricted.
The flat leather point is designed to pass through leather more effectively than a conventional round-point needle. Combined with C.S. Osborne’s trusted manufacturing quality, the No. 503 is an excellent choice for professional upholsterers, leatherworkers, saddlers and repair specialists.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “light” mean?
“Light” refers to the needle’s finer construction, making it suitable for lighter and more detailed hand-stitching applications.
Why use a curved needle?
A curved needle makes it easier to stitch around corners, along shaped surfaces and within areas that are difficult to access with a straight needle.
What type of point does it have?
It features a flat leather point designed to penetrate leather cleanly and efficiently.
Is this suitable for upholstery repairs?
Yes. It is suitable for leather upholstery, furniture, automotive trim, cushions, seats and other detailed repairs.
Is this the 3-inch version?
No. This listing is specifically for the compact 2-inch C.S. Osborne No. 503 needle.
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