horizontal pouch

[camaroless]

I'm new at sheath making but I am doing ok .I need some thoughts, ideas for an easy horizontal carry pouch.
thanks
camaroless

 

[Omega Leather Works]

A scout carry is probably the easiest. They are actually a great sheath for a new maker imo.

Google images for scout carry sheath.

 

[camaroless]

Thanks for your input I have a bunch of questions to be answered if I can figure out how to add photos ill add them so you pros can help a newbie before I gather bad habits.

 

[Omega Leather Works]

I think at your membership level you'll need to register an account at imgur or photobucket to post pics. I think.

Whenever you're ready ask away. I'll help as much as I can.

 

[harronek]

Welcome ,
Are you wanting to make a fixed blade or Folder sheath ?


Ken

 

[camaroless]

I am working on fixed blade sheaths

 

[Horsewright]

I make several of that style and several that ride angled, not quite horizontal. We'd all be glad to help what questions do you have?

 

[camaroless]

Thanks Dave im looking for pics or ideas as to how the belt loop would be sewn on. I am sewing the loop on separate because I think it looks neater. not sure if anyone has stitched a loop for verticle hang and angle in the same loop. I wish I could figure out how to put some photos here of what I have made. Also I was told that shoe polish does an awesome job of protecting and adding shine to the leather,guess it works on shoes . Was I misled ?

 

[Omega Leather Works]

Thanks Dave im looking for pics or ideas as to how the belt loop would be sewn on. I am sewing the loop on separate because I think it looks neater. not sure if anyone has stitched a loop for verticle hang and angle in the same loop. I wish I could figure out how to put some photos here of what I have made. Also I was told that shoe polish does an awesome job of protecting and adding shine to the leather,guess it works on shoes . Was I misled ?

If you cannot get imgur or photobucket to work, you can send me your pics by email and I'll post them.

Gripstang@gmail.com if you like.

 

[harronek]

Thanks Dave im looking for pics or ideas as to how the belt loop would be sewn on. I am sewing the loop on separate because I think it looks neater. not sure if anyone has stitched a loop for verticle hang and angle in the same loop.

I think this is a very good question in regards to the different options of belt loop design and construction.
The belt loop on any sheath is one of , if not the most important part of the sheath , yet it is often a secondary thought of the design process .
How the sheath rides on the belt has a huge influence on the sheaths performance .
If the sheath is positioned or orientated where it is uncomfortable or interferes with access to pockets or normal daily activity like riding in vehicles or just sitting in a chair then it has failed in its primary mission .
I have tried many different loop designs and still haven't found the perfect specimen .
I'm interested in knowing others thoughts and observations on loop design , angle , and position on belt .
I know the knifes shape and size and intended role in life has a big influence , but I'd love to hear what designs are the pro's favourites .


Ken

 

[Omega Leather Works]