Leather


What wieght leather should I use for sheaths. The blades are 6 to 8 inch hunters and uitily. thank you

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I use 8-10 oz vegetable tanned leather in various colors from the local tanner.

There are most likely a few different suppliers in your area, but sometime just the convenience of places like Tandy is easiest...and Tandy has all the tools and stamps available.

Hope this helps.

Darren.
 
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mikeS

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I thought all the Tandy stores were gone? In Tulsa they just packed up and left.
 
Thanks Tom, I was a sorta steady customer here, they gave no notice, no mailings nothing.
 
Thanks for the info Tom!!! I just placed the biggest leather order I've ever made!!! Man, that place in Cali is good! Take care!! Michael

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I prefer 10 - 12 oz. knife sheath leather. I purchase it in sides from Muir & McDonald out of Dallas, OR. They have been in business for about 147 years and their leather is superb. A side runs about 22 sq. ft. and will cost you around $5.00 per sq. ft. (800) 547-1299

Fox
 
Try Moscow Hide and Fur, they probably have the largest selections around and their data base is linked to what you see on the webpage. I may be biased since I work 8 miles away from them and get to go over about twice a month and rummage around. they also carry antlers, furs, etc.

bob
 
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