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Proof that Bentley Uses Forks to Trim Steering Wheels

September 12, 2019 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - Proof that Bentley Uses Forks to Trim Steering Wheels

No one believed us when we said trimmers at Bentley Motors use dinner forks to mark equally spaced holes on steering wheel covers. Now we have proof! … [Read more...] about Proof that Bentley Uses Forks to Trim Steering Wheels

The Easiest Way to Fix a Skipped Stitch

August 16, 2019 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - How to fix a skipped stitch

You know what sucks? When your sewing machine skips a stitch in the middle of an otherwise perfect job. … [Read more...] about The Easiest Way to Fix a Skipped Stitch

Why Bentley Trimmers Use Forks to Wrap Steering Wheels

June 25, 2019 By Nadeem

Why Bentley Trimmers Use a Fork to Wrap Steering Wheels

Bentley Motors equips its auto trimmers with expensive machinery and tools to upholster interiors. But to wrap steering wheels, staff rely on a simple kitchen utensil to get the job done. … [Read more...] about Why Bentley Trimmers Use Forks to Wrap Steering Wheels

Wrapping a Bentley Steering Wheel

June 3, 2016 By Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Bentley Mulsanne Steering Wheel

Believe it or not, wrapping the Mulsanne’s steering wheel in leather is such a complex task that only four trimmers at Bentley Motors know how to do it. National Geographic highlights two of those craftsmen in a recent documentary titled "Ultimate Factories: Bentley Mulsanne." … [Read more...] about Wrapping a Bentley Steering Wheel

Jeep Concepts Feature Hand Stitching

March 20, 2015 By Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Jeep Wrangler Sundancer

Jeep recently sidestepped its rugged nature to unveil two concept trim levels that sport a range of luxury features, including unique hand-stitched French seams — more evidence that automakers (especially those in the U.S.) are beginning to recognize the importance of a quality interior. … [Read more...] about Jeep Concepts Feature Hand Stitching

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