Lets see your CPK in Leather!

[Retired UPS Driver]

That snap is music to my ears

 

[EMCEE]

I absolutely love that sound !!! It’s one of many very unique and special traits that your sheaths have Lorien. Very very cool .

 

[EMCEE]

Well, my beautiful wifey and I are meeting the outlaws in Hawaii on Wednesday. Hawaii has awesome knife laws but the 2nd Amendment is seemingly frowned apon, wtf. ???

A short while back and like most of us do, I started wondering which knives I’d bring to the island paradise. They’d need to be sturdy and durable, stainless, yet elegant. WTF? Elegant ? Why, why, why ? Well, when your on vacation…..you gotta look good !

Out of my collection, the travel folder and small fixed blade choices were easy. I’ll bring a CRK 31 Sebenza and a REK 3.0, both in Magnacut. Better include a Leatherman Wave, also.

Chopper, sword, dagger, and the like….nah. We’re just going to chill and ya gotta have “general” knife options, of course. This leads us to the big question…ya see. Carothers has become my favorite fixed blade knife for the same reasons that we all share. So which one ???


Almost obviously, the Magnacut DEK1 will be making the trip. It’s wet over there, it conceals well, and it’s such a versatile knife……….utilitarian, yet deadly.

So here’s the dilemma: I only had a beat up kydex sheath for that particular Hawaii bound DEK1. That said, I took advantage of every minute of spare time during this 36 hour of overtime week and threw this leather together….

Although I know each and every flaw in this sheath, I like how it turned out. The retention is amazing and I think I’m starting to develop a style that’s kinda “ my own”. That said, I’ve been high-jacking the techniques and styles of superior sheath makers from the forum, for a bit now. You know who they are. I deeply appreciate there inspirational contributions to our “knife addiction” and my new found hobby.

Btw, “drunk posting” is A THING so here it is again…

I’ll be wearin’ this beeotch with my Speedo !!!

 

[carnifex knifeworks]

Well, my beautiful wifey and I are meeting the outlaws in Hawaii on Wednesday. Hawaii has awesome knife laws but the 2nd Amendment is seemingly frowned apon, wtf. ???

A short while back and like most of us do, I started wondering which knives I’d bring to the island paradise. They’d need to be sturdy and durable, stainless, yet elegant. WTF? Elegant ? Why, why, why ? Well, when your on vacation…..you gotta look good !

Out of my collection, the travel folder and small fixed blade choices were easy. I’ll bring a CRK 31 Sebenza and a REK 3.0, both in Magnacut. Better include a Leatherman Wave, also.

Chopper, sword, dagger, and the like….nah. We’re just going to chill and ya gotta have “general” knife options, of course. This leads us to the big question…ya see. Carothers has become my favorite fixed blade knife for the same reasons that we all share. So which one ???

View attachment 2363960View attachment 2363962View attachment 2363961
Almost obviously, the Magnacut DEK1 will be making the trip. It’s wet over there, it conceals well, and it’s such a versatile knife……….utilitarian, yet deadly.

So here’s the dilemma: I only had a beat up kydex sheath for that particular Hawaii bound DEK1. That said, I took advantage of every minute of spare time during this 36 hour of overtime week and threw this leather together….

Although I know each and every flaw in this sheath, I like how it turned out. The retention is amazing and I think I’m starting to develop a style that’s kinda “ my own”. That said, I’ve been high-jacking the techniques and styles of superior sheath makers from the forum, for a bit now. You know who they are. I deeply appreciate there inspirational contributions to our “knife addiction” and my new found hobby.

Btw, “drunk posting” is A THING so here it is again…View attachment 2363967

I’ll be wearin’ this beeotch with my Speedo !!!

Are you saddle stitching the sheaths or using the sewing awl in the background?

 

[EMCEE]

Are you saddle stitching the sheaths or using the sewing awl in the background?

Sewing awl. I’m going to buy a machine that our own duramax recommended, though. Hand stitching is tedious, painful, and boring…IMO. In other words, it sucks ass !!!

 

[carnifex knifeworks]

Sewing awl. I’m going to buy a machine that our own duramax recommended, though. Hand stitching is tedious, painful, and boring…IMO. In other words, it sucks ass !!!

Agreed. I've been testing out saddle stitching. It's time consuming, but I don't sell sheaths and I don't keep many knives around.

 

[EMCEE]

P.S.-

Are you on the West Coast ? I only ask because it’s so late.

 

[EMCEE]

Agreed. I've been testing out saddle stitching. It's time consuming, but I don't sell sheaths and I don't keep many knives around.

I hear ya bro. I don’t sell sheaths either but I am TRYING to keep “many knives around”.

I’ll tell u what though, my friend….making sheaths these last few months has given me the peace that my life requires in this crazy sad world of ours. It’s serene and wonderful !

 

[ferider]

Well, my beautiful wifey and I are meeting the outlaws in Hawaii on Wednesday. Hawaii has awesome knife laws but the 2nd Amendment is seemingly frowned apon, wtf. ???

A short while back and like most of us do, I started wondering which knives I’d bring to the island paradise. They’d need to be sturdy and durable, stainless, yet elegant. WTF? Elegant ? Why, why, why ? Well, when your on vacation…..you gotta look good !

Out of my collection, the travel folder and small fixed blade choices were easy. I’ll bring a CRK 31 Sebenza and a REK 3.0, both in Magnacut. Better include a Leatherman Wave, also.

Chopper, sword, dagger, and the like….nah. We’re just going to chill and ya gotta have “general” knife options, of course. This leads us to the big question…ya see. Carothers has become my favorite fixed blade knife for the same reasons that we all share. So which one ???

View attachment 2363960View attachment 2363962View attachment 2363961
Almost obviously, the Magnacut DEK1 will be making the trip. It’s wet over there, it conceals well, and it’s such a versatile knife……….utilitarian, yet deadly.

So here’s the dilemma: I only had a beat up kydex sheath for that particular Hawaii bound DEK1. That said, I took advantage of every minute of spare time during this 36 hour of overtime week and threw this leather together….

Although I know each and every flaw in this sheath, I like how it turned out. The retention is amazing and I think I’m starting to develop a style that’s kinda “ my own”. That said, I’ve been high-jacking the techniques and styles of superior sheath makers from the forum, for a bit now. You know who they are. I deeply appreciate there inspirational contributions to our “knife addiction” and my new found hobby.

Btw, “drunk posting” is A THING so here it is again…View attachment 2363967

I’ll be wearin’ this beeotch with my Speedo !!!

That is a gorgeous sheath ! You sure you don't want to take a UF as well ? I would, with my MIL around ....

 

[Lorien]

Well, my beautiful wifey and I are meeting the outlaws in Hawaii on Wednesday. Hawaii has awesome knife laws but the 2nd Amendment is seemingly frowned apon, wtf. ???

A short while back and like most of us do, I started wondering which knives I’d bring to the island paradise. They’d need to be sturdy and durable, stainless, yet elegant. WTF? Elegant ? Why, why, why ? Well, when your on vacation…..you gotta look good !

Out of my collection, the travel folder and small fixed blade choices were easy. I’ll bring a CRK 31 Sebenza and a REK 3.0, both in Magnacut. Better include a Leatherman Wave, also.

Chopper, sword, dagger, and the like….nah. We’re just going to chill and ya gotta have “general” knife options, of course. This leads us to the big question…ya see. Carothers has become my favorite fixed blade knife for the same reasons that we all share. So which one ???

View attachment 2363960View attachment 2363962View attachment 2363961
Almost obviously, the Magnacut DEK1 will be making the trip. It’s wet over there, it conceals well, and it’s such a versatile knife……….utilitarian, yet deadly.

So here’s the dilemma: I only had a beat up kydex sheath for that particular Hawaii bound DEK1. That said, I took advantage of every minute of spare time during this 36 hour of overtime week and threw this leather together….

Although I know each and every flaw in this sheath, I like how it turned out. The retention is amazing and I think I’m starting to develop a style that’s kinda “ my own”. That said, I’ve been high-jacking the techniques and styles of superior sheath makers from the forum, for a bit now. You know who they are. I deeply appreciate there inspirational contributions to our “knife addiction” and my new found hobby.

Btw, “drunk posting” is A THING so here it is again…View attachment 2363967

I’ll be wearin’ this beeotch with my Speedo !!!

almost like Bill and me made a baby, and you popped out

 

[Cwilliams563]

Here’s a Lorien made DEK 1 sheath that I just got in yesterday. This thing is sweet! Great fit and such a small footprint! Takes a Mummert clip well. Very dainty, in a manly way though.

Overall, a bit smaller than even a taco sheath. I was wanting something with a small footprint for my DEK 1 and this one has exceeded my expectations! Nice compliment to my perty gal in MC

Some comparisons with some of my other leathers for my DEK’s too, which are also amazing and awesome sheaths!

Pictures deleted to make space for new ones

 

[EMCEE]

That is a gorgeous sheath ! You sure you don't want to take a UF as well ? I would, with my MIL around ....

Thank you ! Yes, yes I do want to take a UF2, also. Ya twisted my arm pal.

 

[EMCEE]

almost like Bill and me made a baby, and you popped out

Yes sir, strongly influenced by you two fine craftsmen. I appreciate you both.

Btw, babies come from girls.

 

[SwissHeritageCo]

Well, my beautiful wifey and I are meeting the outlaws in Hawaii on Wednesday. Hawaii has awesome knife laws but the 2nd Amendment is seemingly frowned apon, wtf. ???

A short while back and like most of us do, I started wondering which knives I’d bring to the island paradise. They’d need to be sturdy and durable, stainless, yet elegant. WTF? Elegant ? Why, why, why ? Well, when your on vacation…..you gotta look good !

Out of my collection, the travel folder and small fixed blade choices were easy. I’ll bring a CRK 31 Sebenza and a REK 3.0, both in Magnacut. Better include a Leatherman Wave, also.

Chopper, sword, dagger, and the like….nah. We’re just going to chill and ya gotta have “general” knife options, of course. This leads us to the big question…ya see. Carothers has become my favorite fixed blade knife for the same reasons that we all share. So which one ???

View attachment 2363960View attachment 2363962View attachment 2363961
Almost obviously, the Magnacut DEK1 will be making the trip. It’s wet over there, it conceals well, and it’s such a versatile knife……….utilitarian, yet deadly.

So here’s the dilemma: I only had a beat up kydex sheath for that particular Hawaii bound DEK1. That said, I took advantage of every minute of spare time during this 36 hour of overtime week and threw this leather together….

Although I know each and every flaw in this sheath, I like how it turned out. The retention is amazing and I think I’m starting to develop a style that’s kinda “ my own”. That said, I’ve been high-jacking the techniques and styles of superior sheath makers from the forum, for a bit now. You know who they are. I deeply appreciate there inspirational contributions to our “knife addiction” and my new found hobby.

Btw, “drunk posting” is A THING so here it is again…View attachment 2363967

I’ll be wearin’ this beeotch with my Speedo !!!

You've really been at it, awesome work!

Where did you grab those corner and half round punches from?

 

[carnifex knifeworks]

P.S.-

Are you on the West Coast ? I only ask because it’s so late.

I live in Utah. So I'm an hour ahead of the west coast

 

[carnifex knifeworks]

I hear ya bro. I don’t sell sheaths either but I am TRYING to keep “many knives around”.

I’ll tell u what though, my friend….making sheaths these last few months has given me the peace that my life requires in this crazy sad world of ours. It’s serene and wonderful !

That's awesome that you found something so cathartic. I think we all need to find what recharges us. For me it's target shooting and camping in the mountains or red desert.

 

[EMCEE]

You've really been at it, awesome work!

Where did you grab those corner and half round punches from?

Thanks man ! I got them from the Owden store on Amazon.

 

[Tensegrity]

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Four elite artists' samples right there. Stellar taste!

 

[CPM-ROCCO]

Outstanding work by cpirtle

 

[Lorien]

a DEK1 sheath in black