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So, the leather WTF / WTH (BG) open spine piggyback sheath combo that Chad and I have been discussing for awhile arrived this afternoon! 
Here are some pictures for your viewing pleasure:
(The green canvas micarta on the WTF was freshly oiled, and looks much more brown in the pics than IRL.)
I had Chad do a few things a bit differently than he does on his standard open spine design. I wanted snaps on the leather straps instead of the pin locks, and I didn't want elastic on the lower keeper strap. Both of these changes were requested with longevity in mind, as I view both as more robust options in the long-term that shouldn't degrade over time (thinking along the lines of 50 years down the road when my son or a grandkid owns this rig). More pics from some different angles...
As you can see, if you've seen my BT6, this is another "damn green" and black combo, to match the O2W knives they carry. The primary and trim colors are opposite on the two sheaths, to complement each other better when connected. However, the two sheaths were designed so that they could be separated.
(It should be noted, Chad provided filler screws for the holes on WTH for when they're separated, but I did not put them in here for these pics.)
Another cool feature is that I wanted to be able to belt-carry the WTH separately if so desired. I think it has real potential for a good game skinning knife. Here's Chad's solution:
He made a separate, plate-style piece of leather that includes a belt loop to attach to the WTH sheath. This modular design makes the WTH sheath cleaner for when piggybacking on the WTF sheath, or if you just want to toss it into a pack. :thumbup:
IMO, it's the attention to the little details that really make this rig shine! :thumbup: All of the black leather is edged in green, and the green is edged with black. Chad also used contrasting stitching throughout (olive and black thread used). The provided carabiner isn't just some hardware store cheapy, but instead, a forged, quality, climbing-rated carabiner capable of supporting more than 5,000 pounds! 
Finally, he packs everything neatly in sealed vacuum bags and includes desiccant for the journey to the customer. I was too excited to get it open to take pictures of that though. 
The entire rig IS a bit on the heavy side, at 3 pounds 15.4 ounces, just shy of 4 pounds! However, it carries OK on a good gunbelt. While I wouldn't likely go hiking with this strapped to my belt, the way Chad designed the dangler, it could easily be strapped into/onto a pack and removed for belt-carry once you've reached your final destination.
Here's a set of knives that, along with a folder (like the two in my pants pockets), could easily get just about ANY job done, and done with style!!!
Chad really outdid himself this time!!! :thumbup::thumbup::thumbup: Not only knocked outta the park, but outta this world!
Impeccable craftsmanship on display here!!! I'm just about speechless. 
So, SO nice!
Chad, excellent work once again Buddy!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! 
Cheers!!!
Here are some pictures for your viewing pleasure:
(The green canvas micarta on the WTF was freshly oiled, and looks much more brown in the pics than IRL.)
I had Chad do a few things a bit differently than he does on his standard open spine design. I wanted snaps on the leather straps instead of the pin locks, and I didn't want elastic on the lower keeper strap. Both of these changes were requested with longevity in mind, as I view both as more robust options in the long-term that shouldn't degrade over time (thinking along the lines of 50 years down the road when my son or a grandkid owns this rig). More pics from some different angles...
As you can see, if you've seen my BT6, this is another "damn green" and black combo, to match the O2W knives they carry. The primary and trim colors are opposite on the two sheaths, to complement each other better when connected. However, the two sheaths were designed so that they could be separated.
(It should be noted, Chad provided filler screws for the holes on WTH for when they're separated, but I did not put them in here for these pics.)
Another cool feature is that I wanted to be able to belt-carry the WTH separately if so desired. I think it has real potential for a good game skinning knife. Here's Chad's solution:
He made a separate, plate-style piece of leather that includes a belt loop to attach to the WTH sheath. This modular design makes the WTH sheath cleaner for when piggybacking on the WTF sheath, or if you just want to toss it into a pack. :thumbup:
IMO, it's the attention to the little details that really make this rig shine! :thumbup: All of the black leather is edged in green, and the green is edged with black.
Chad also used contrasting stitching throughout (olive and black thread used). The provided carabiner isn't just some hardware store cheapy, but instead, a forged, quality, climbing-rated carabiner capable of supporting more than 5,000 pounds! Finally, he packs everything neatly in sealed vacuum bags and includes desiccant for the journey to the customer. I was too excited to get it open to take pictures of that though. 
The entire rig IS a bit on the heavy side, at 3 pounds 15.4 ounces, just shy of 4 pounds!
However, it carries OK on a good gunbelt. While I wouldn't likely go hiking with this strapped to my belt, the way Chad designed the dangler, it could easily be strapped into/onto a pack and removed for belt-carry once you've reached your final destination.
Here's a set of knives that, along with a folder (like the two in my pants pockets), could easily get just about ANY job done, and done with style!!!
Chad really outdid himself this time!!! :thumbup::thumbup::thumbup: Not only knocked outta the park, but outta this world!
Impeccable craftsmanship on display here!!!
I'm just about speechless. 
So, SO nice! Chad, excellent work once again Buddy!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!
Cheers!!!
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