Here are the tools i use on pretty much every leather project i've ever worked on, including those other than armour.
From Left to Right:
3 lbs. Rawhide Mallet: Great for hitting punches. heavy but won't damage the tools
1 lbs Poly Head Hammer: used in tooling
Tack Hammer: for setting rivets
Pungh Set: interchangable heads for multiple sizes.
Strap Cutter: a DEFINATE must have for your tool kit. be careful when cutting straps over 2 inches though. you can snap a blade if you aren't slow and steady.
Razor Knife, Tape Measure, and Latigo Lace (when needed)
I also use a Cutting Mat (orange) anda piece of 1/4 inch steel. place the steel under the mat for punching. also place the leather directly on the steel if you are going to do any tooling. it gives you a hard smooth surface to work on.
You would also want to include a straight edge and pens/pencils in your kit
That does it for a pretty basic leather working kit. most of the tools you can find either on Tandy.Com, or if you're lucky on Ebay.
