Buck Vanguard Pouch sheath.

[CoyotePhysics]

It may be an unusual choice here on bladeforums, but the Buck Vanguard is my all-time-favorite fixed blade. I really don't have a problem with the nylon sheath that came with this knife, but I always wanted to try my hand at sheach making. I decided that my first attempt at working with leather should be for my Vanguard. It takes care of me, so I'm just returning the favor.

The sheath is made from a single piece of veg-tanned leather, which was shaped, oil dyed, and then dipped in hot wax and mink oil to waterproof it. The design might not appeal to everyone, but it is what I like in a sheath. The knife sits very deep in the pouch and requires two hands (and sometimes a verbal command) to get the knife free.

Now I have made a couple of "sheaths" before, but not out of leather. They are actually more of blade covers for a couple of machettes, but they did teach me something about sheath-making.

Any comments are welcome. I hope some of you pro leather-benders can give me some tips.

CP

 

[MyDogsHunt]

Nice Job!
I especially like the out of the way and inconspicuous way you did the belt loop.

I'm also just getting started making my own sheaths so it's helpful to see and read from others in the same boat. I'll be quite happy if my first one comes out half that good.

And,, like you, I'm also a big fan of the Vanguard. I've bought this one in 1991.
Fortunatly, it came with a very nice leather sheath.

Wouldn't trade it for anything.

Thanks
Charlie

 

[CoyotePhysics]

Thanks, and good luck with your sheathmaking. I had a lot of fun making mine. It definately won't be my last.

 

[Dusty One]

Nice looking sheath....Like the machette covers too !