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Laminated sheaths

Discussion in 'Sheaths & Such' started by Makael, Apr 30, 2018.

  1. Apr 30, 2018 #1
    Makael

    Makael KnifeMaker / Craftsman / Service Provider Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider

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    I've picked up some large thin leather over the last couple years. By itself will not work for sheath making. I've been laminating using cement on 100 percent of all surfaces then running a stitch around every edge. A pain in the rear but getting more use of some of this thin leather I want to use up.
    Makes some interesting edges.
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  2. May 16, 2018 #2
    Makael

    Makael KnifeMaker / Craftsman / Service Provider Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider

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    On my screen pictures show up. Does everyone see my pictures? I post them from my phone.
     
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  3. May 16, 2018 #3
    Ebbtide

    Ebbtide

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    I see them using Safari :)
     
  4. May 16, 2018 #4
    John A. Larsen

    John A. Larsen

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    I also see them, good looking sheaths. John
     
  5. May 16, 2018 #5
    Makael

    Makael KnifeMaker / Craftsman / Service Provider Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider

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    Ok good. I had a member let me know he didnt any pics but he was on his phone. Thank you for letting me know.
     
  6. May 16, 2018 #6
    duramax

    duramax KnifeMaker / Craftsman / Service Provider Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider

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    I see them, they look really nice. The multi layered edge really adds something. Has it’s own pattern and colors going on.
     
  7. May 16, 2018 #7
    harronek

    harronek

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    Nice sheaths :thumbsup:

    When I think of laminations I think of something like this .

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    Ken
     
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  8. May 17, 2018 #8
    sheathmaker

    sheathmaker Custom Leather Sheaths Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider

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    Top grain-Split (1).jpg In theory, and logically, laminated leather should be much stronger than single ply because you have two layers of the grain instead of one, and the grain layer is the strongest part of the leather by far. Also the benefit of automatic self lining. It's a win/win. I practice this with every sheath when I line each one with top grain leather.

    Paul
     
    Last edited: May 18, 2018
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  9. May 18, 2018 #9
    Makael

    Makael KnifeMaker / Craftsman / Service Provider Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider

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    It sure makes a nicely finished product. Especially the inside. More hassle with all of the cement but I believe it's worth it. Added benefit of using thinner leather for heavier duty use.
     
  10. May 18, 2018 #10
    Makael

    Makael KnifeMaker / Craftsman / Service Provider Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider

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    Their might be some waterproofing benefits. I haven't tested it but maybe there is some. I cover both surfaces 100 percent. Then roll out any lumps or air pockets.
     
  11. May 18, 2018 #11
    just-a-hunter

    just-a-hunter

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    Very nice work!

    Todd
     
  12. Jun 4, 2018 #12
    Dusty One

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    Nicely Done !
     

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