My first attempt at a sheath.

forex

forex

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Hi guys,

Just thought Id share a few pics of my first attempt at making a sheath. I was surprised at how easy it was to wet form, and the knife actually stays in there when held upside down and jiggled around a bit. It doesn't have a belt loop but I usually carry them in my pocket anyway; so I don't scare the sheeple with them. ;) I might put a boot /pocket clip on later though. She's dyed in saddle tan and rubbed over with carnuba wax to finish. Any tips much appreciated too.

Enjoy,

Joe.

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man im want to start making sheaths to

where did you find the most helpful basic info???

im really diggin that man, i love the way the leather looks

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Hi guys,

Thanks for the compliments- much appreciated.

I find a good source of information is- http://www.knivesby.com/knifemaking.html

I also got a heap of tips from my brother in law who is a saddler. That was the biggest help. If you can- I would find a local saddler or other leatherworker and ask them for a few tips. There's sure to be a good ol boy that can show you a thing or two around you somewhere.

Hope that helps,

Joe.
 
Im in the process of befriending my local cobbler so he can sew up my 10 oz sheaths, i love sheath building but hit a wall when it comes to hand sewing the thick stuff, even with pre drill. Your first looks very nice, mine turned out to be a left hand draw cause i didnt flip the pattern....live and learn right!
 
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