Revamped My old BK-2 Sheath

[Dexwithers]

So all these threads about BK-2's lately got me playing around with my BK-2, actually my first Becker ever.

I actually made this sheath back in January or February of 2012 but never really completed the straps for it. I have just been using some that I made for one of my KA-BAR fighting knife sheaths. They fit well enough to use I just never got around to making new ones for this guy.

Had an idea for a way to carry a small altoids tin without having a pouch and decide to try it out on this sheath. Also testing out some new ways to finish the leather and get a more satin look rather than a glossy one.

The straps and leather that attach to the sheath are made from one piece of leather so it was kinda tricky figuring it all out. The back of the Small tin actually sits against the sheath and the edges fit into a cutout I made. It is then held in place by shock cord.

The tin has been modded cause I can't stand the color. I just heated it with a torch till all the paint burnt off, cleaned it real good with water, then oiled and waxed it.

I made a quick fire steel loop. Need to put a handle on the ferro rod but at least you can get an idea of how it will look.

I think it came out pretty cool and I haven't seen anyone else use a method like this to carry an altoids tin before.

Note: "Rapid Release strap licensed from Hedgehog Leatherworks, US Patent #7587827"

In the tin I think I'm just gonna carry some tinder, I already cut an allen key to fit inside, and maybe a couple other small items. I can't wait to get out and test it. I wore it around for a while yesterday and after a few minutes, You really get used to the weight of the BK-2 and don't even know its there. I think the scout style for a knife this heavy is really a plus since it balances the weight evenly as opposed to having it all on one side of your body.

I am also excited to use the BK-2 again. I really haven't used it since I got my BK-12 and BK10 and the awesome BK-16, so I think it will be great to revisit this old friend and get a new perspective on it.

Hope y'all like it and I'd love to know what you guys think about the Altoids tin attachment method. To me it's kinda minimalistic yet sophisticated! Haha




Update with new Hardware:

 

[The Warrior]

Wow, that's freakin sick man.

 

[OutdoorsFamilyMan4]

Very classy looking

 

[Snakebreaker]

That's a great looking sheath!

 

[Dexwithers]

Thanks Guys!

I'm really liking it. Wasn't sure how it was gonna turn out, but I'm so glad I tried it.

 

[granitestateofmind]

That is some outstanding work, Dex. The attention to detail really shows....and your photography does more than justice to the whole package.

 

[Dexwithers]

Thank you GSOM!

 

[Jonny1280]

That's cool Dex.
I love to see innovation in sheath design.
Nice work!

 

[Ethan Becker]

Hey Dex.......

You are endlessly creative, my friend....... Very cool...... Are you gonna bring it to the Gathering?...... I hope so!......

E

 

[Darksidedenny]

So rad dex...i guess this strap/tin thing would work as well with a kydex sheath right??

 

[Aikiguy]

Great looking sheath Dex, I love the way you attached the tin; very original. Keeps the sheath looking a lot less bulky. Awesome stuff!

 

[tradewater]

We're blessed with some serious talent on here. Amazing job Dex.

 

[Dexwithers]

That's cool Dex.
I love to see innovation in sheath design.
Nice work!

Thank you Jonny!

Hey Dex.......

You are endlessly creative, my friend....... Very cool...... Are you gonna bring it to the Gathering?...... I hope so!......

E

Thanks Ethan! I sure will bring it, well......... as long as the TSA doesn't confiscate it. haha

So rad dex...i guess this strap/tin thing would work as well with a kydex sheath right??

Thanks DSD. Yes it will work with Kydex as well. Just have to do it a little different but would be super easy I think. I have a few Ideas for that as well but haven't had a chance to do the prototypes yet.

Great looking sheath Dex, I love the way you attached the tin; very original. Keeps the sheath looking a lot less bulky. Awesome stuff!

Thank you Aikiguy. It's different for sure but I do like it. It actually makes it really slim compared to have the tin in a pouch. The pouch would be at least three layers of leather and then a button stud or snap for closer. Usually a thicker piece of leather for the bottom or foundation of the pouch then the leather for the top and then a layer of leather for the flap that closes. At least 1/4 inch difference. This way is Low profile. lol So it actually is a big different. And I think looks really cool this way.

We're blessed with some serious talent on here. Amazing job Dex.

Thank you Tradewater!

I wasn't sure how this was gonna come out or if anyone would even like it, since I do come up with some insane Ideas sometimes. But if Tradewater likes it, I know it's good to go!




So I wore this thing around for almost a whole day this week and must say, you get used to it rather quickly. I honestly forgot I had it on a few times.
I can reach back and remove the knife and resheath it no problem and also it was a breeze to get the tin in and out without taking the sheath off.

May do more of these and try some different variations.

 

[tobiism]

Wow, seriously wow. Wow

 

[rkmoore]

Awesome work there Dex! I really like the placement of the ferro rod and the slimmer, lighter design. I hope you plan on offering this through your website for all the full sized Becker knives.

Thanks!

 

[Dexwithers]

Thanks tobiism!

Thank you rkmoore. I have a few more Ideas I am working on and should have the sheath section of my site updated soon. Just trying to figure out how I want to set it up and trying to finish some nice sheaths to take pictures of to give people an Idea of the styles. My prototypes look horrible. haha.
But yes, I do plan on making stuff like this available for all the Beckers. Most of the other large Beckers don't work well with the fold over style sheath due to the thumb ramp so I make them a little different. I will have examples up real soon.