How do you comfortably carry your fixed blades?

AntDog said:
That’s my baby. She actually smiles and it melts my damn heart. My apologies for no knife content on this post, but you guys have to see this to believe it.
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A very expressive dog, indeed. Technically, that's called a grin and is usually accompanied by a turn of the head to one side. I have known people to mistake it for a snarl, but it's usually a greeting, "I am so happy to see you!"
 
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I’ve come up with a couple of low-tech ways to make a “normal” sheath more comfortable.

Whenever I’m contemplating a repair or modification of almost anything, I tend to ask myself “Would a Ranger Band work for this?” Often the answer is yes.

This is made from a section of 3” mountain bike inner tube. I burned in a couple of little holes so I could thread in a bit of nylon cord, which I also burned to permanently secure the knot.
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It takes a little effort to situate the sheath between belt loops, but it’s not going anywhere once attached.
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In the last two pics above you can see a couple of other items that I use to make a “dangler”:
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Pretty simple and feel free to use/modify this idea.

I use a Nite Ize brand #4 (75lb) stainless “Slide Lock” carabiner (painted matte black) and a little leather loop that I make myself.

In the picture above I included the basic pattern (recreated but close to the original) along with measurements.

The use of this locking carabiner keeps the sheath in line and makes it easy to remove.

(Btw - knives are Scrap Yard WS-1020s and I ordered the sheathes with them - made by “Danny the Bull”.)
 
Oh - ha - I almost forgot the two ways I carry most often.

I’ve carried this boot knife (first knife I made) 40 hours/week for the last ~17 years and has been attached to ~7-10 pairs of boots. One of the eyelets wore out (first pic) and I just replaced it (second pic)…
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I also like scout carry while patrolling trails and clearing along the way (something that my boot knife is too thick/short to do well)…
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…And lastly - shoulder straps are comfortable, and can be used in a modular system.
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unwisefool said:
2 thoughts:
1. Horsewright Horsewright probably uses his knives more than any of us and in much cooler ways.

2. I have now seen this man's stomach more than I ever wanted to. He needs an undershirt.
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Horsewright uses his knives for cowboy stuff and farm chores. He uses a pistol for safety, because he is out in the open on the range. His knives are small, useful, and easy to get to. Nobody is going to sneak up to him at knife distance.

The way the guy in the video is carrying is Very comfortable, and easy way to carry Bigger blades. If Dave wanted a bigger blade, I'm guessing he'd strap it to a pack on his horse.

I don't normally carry this way, but I do occasionally depending on where I'm going.




 
Growing up, decades ago, a fixed blade was on me at 3 o'clock most every day. It is was in the way I did not notice it. Now that life has changed the only time a fixed blade is on me is when hunting. Michigan, were I currently call home, has a law stating the only time a fixed blade can legally be carried is dueting hunting season. For some it is a good thing coyote season never closes.
I have a Dave Horsewright Horsewright small of the back sheath and it is great
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AntDog said:
Ulticlip, kydex, 4 o’clock. Good to go.



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That looks painful on the ribs. Obviously not just looks it. When you started carrying those two were there any issues with drawing the knife or did your hand instinctively grab the knives over revolver?
Alone said:
I envy you thin guys. While I'd love to EDC a fixie in some of the manners you've posted, they just aren't comfortable for a fat guy like me.
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Agree. Those of us with extra insulation are at a disadvantage.
 
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Our (late) Weimaraner "Smoky" would smile and also act embarrassed. He was an awesome dog. Wednesday it will be 10 years he's gone and I miss him daily. But our new gal "Skyler" has been a great companion for almost all of those ten years now.

And back to carrying fixed blades comfortably...


ETA: Another Shepherd Another Shepherd nailed it. (Didn't see his post until I had replied.)
 
RLB0414 said:
Growing up, decades ago, a fixed blade was on me at 3 o'clock most every day. It is was in the way I did not notice it. Now that life has changed the only time a fixed blade is on me is when hunting. Michigan, were I currently call home, has a law stating the only time a fixed blade can legally be carried is dueting hunting season. For some it is a good thing coyote season never closes.
I have a Dave Horsewright Horsewright small of the back sheath and it is great
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That looks painful on the ribs. Obviously not just looks it. When you started carrying those two were there any issues with drawing the knife or did your hand instinctively grab the knives over revolver?

Agree. Those of us with extra insulation are at a disadvantage.
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Glad thats working for ya!

Small of the Back (SOB) carry does work well with a larger knife in a pancake style sheath. The pancake helps to smooth out the bulk and makes it comfortable sitting in a truck or a chair.

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Crag the Brewer said:
Horsewright uses his knives for cowboy stuff and farm chores. He uses a pistol for safety, because he is out in the open on the range. His knives are small, useful, and easy to get to. Nobody is going to sneak up to him at knife distance.

The way the guy in the video is carrying is Very comfortable, and easy way to carry Bigger blades. If Dave wanted a bigger blade, I'm guessing he'd strap it to a pack on his horse.

I don't normally carry this way, but I do occasionally depending on where I'm going.




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Lol I don't understand, are you trying to explain to me things I already know?

I'm also just saying homeboy needs an undershirt.
 
Horsewright said:
Glad thats working for ya!

Small of the Back (SOB) carry does work well with a larger knife in a pancake style sheath. The pancake helps to smooth out the bulk and makes it comfortable sitting in a truck or a chair.

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Great looking pics. I do worry about small of back carry though. Namely spinal injuries. I can easily see falling on your back and something hard back there causing irreversible damage. Guns are more of a problem back there due to their shape (knives are flatter) but it still worries me. Am I worrying for nothing?
 
I just put 'em in between me toes and walk around going I AM THE GOOS FEAR THE REBELLION.

Gets me free icecream on Sundays :)
 
My EDC small fixed blade is worn horizontal cross draw and can be accessed very fast with either hand

for me its all about real world everyday carry and speed and reliability of access. Worn horizontal like this the knife blends into my centerline and disappears especially when dressed normally. It’s super comfortable and is by far the best way IMHO to edc carry a small fixed blade

larger stuff gets carried IWB or sash carry depends if I am concealing

drop sheaths and danglers no offense to anyone silly and in real world outdoor stuff marginal at best







larger blades are worn IWB
 
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I just like a plain old vertical belt sheath in leather. Friction, no snaps. I'm not into the tactical thing and the knife isn't for defence. It's just nice to have a sturdy fixed blade at work or whenever I'm out in the woods n'at.
 
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