Bushcraft Sheath Options - Time to Vote!

Which sheath looks best to you?

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Yes, the reason for the deep pouch is to make drawing the knife easier - literally "two-finger-easy". :thumbup:
 
I like 2 also but would suggest the rivet hole on the bottom corner like on one added to it for even greater versatility.
-John
 
IH8U said:
I voted Six, but I would be happy with 1, 5 or 6. I like the drop hang or neck option of 1 and 6. I think firesteel on the front will look classy. 5 is plain and simple, but I'm not sure of the clip.
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Me too! A dangler is great out in the woods, Fallkniven have proven that.
 
I am for #1. I like the look, and seeing as how its leather with a snap, one less thing to fail.

Edit: Also, I like the rivet hole on number one, one extra place to have some paracord, plus I like to option of a leg tie down if need be.
 
Oh, I also wanted to add support for the extra loop hole at the base of the sheath (or even another down there). Having a way to lash a small pouch, extra cordage, or just a leg lash is extremely handy and seems like a cheap alteration.
 
I like #2, very versatile. I'd also like to see an extra rivet hole in the bottom for tie down options.
 
First of all, just a reminder what we're voting for: The sheath of a bushcraft knife. I.e. it should be the best option for that particular purpose.

I voted for #1.
This is definitely the best choice IMHO.
There is one major improvement that can be made on it though. Do the sheath belt loop with only 1 fastening (the lower one), That way, when not used the dangler will fall all the way down and not be in the way for the belt plus it's still hidden by the sheath itself. In one blow, you increase the comfort of the sheath and at the same time make it cheaper/simpler to produce.

The reasons for having a bushcraft double dangler are 2.
1. To have the knife lower so as to make the knife easily reachable under a jacket/shirt.
2. So the knife isn't underneath the belt of a backpack, making it impossible to get at and incredibly uncomfortable to carry the pack.

The #2 and #7 sheaths does none of the jobs for a double dangler. Even when its hanging low its still not low enough to get out below a jacket/shirt.
This is also true for when carrying a backpack plus the metal hanger is making it even more bulky and uncomfortable together with the rucksack.
No, #2 and #7 are the least good sheaths for a bushcraft knife if you ask me.

/ Karl
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Actually, I like Karl5's idea. I had voted for #3, but if #1 sheath was modified to eliminate that top fastener, allowing for the dangler to fall all the way down and out of the way, that would actually be my first choice. I like the fact that only the #1 sheath has a rivet on the bottom of the sheath, a fact I had missed in my earlier examination of the sheaths in question.
 
I chose No. 5 as I would keep the firesteel elsewhere, and would use the knife much more often than I would ever need a firesteel attached.

I have also become fond of clips as they can be clipped on to a variety of things and its handy.

I like the idea of the rivet/lanyard hole at the bottom on No. 1, and about the only ones I wouldn't prefer are the ones with the firesteel sticking out the front (6, 7, & 8)

I am picking because I have to. All are apparently very nicely done and would be a pleasure to own.
 
Ok Guys....the time has come....I need to make a decision on this.




We're going to go with #2 and #3. I'll have JRE toss in a few of #1 for kicks....


When the knives are finished, I'll post pics and sheaths available....and I'll need to know which sheath you want before I can ship the knife (if you ordered a sheath).


I'll post the info to the pre-order thread (in the first post). :thumbup:

Dan
 
Chinpo - the price is $35 (for either). :thumbup:


Karl5 - post to the pre-order thread and I'll make sure you get one. Thanks!

Dan
 
I added a request for one #3 to the pre-order Dan, thanks much.

Also, any chance that there will be that extra rivet hole at the bottom of these (#3 specifically)?

And do we know the firesteel loop size? (Army vs scout?)

Thanks much! :thumbup: :D
 
They fit the firesteels that JRE sells (I believe these are the more common, larger size).

I'll put in a request for the extra rivet hole - thanks!



I'm going to go ahead and close this thread, guys. Post your questions in the pre-order thread now.

Thanks!

Dan
 
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