Supplier List

[JerkeeJoe]

I just started making sheaths and other leather things recently and I struggle to find things at times. I figured that having a list would be helpful for me and the other noobs here and maybe even for some of the pros!

Please post other sources and I'll add them to the list as we go. I don't ever do anything with kydex, so plese post those so I can add a Kydex list also. Hopefully we can get a good list going here!
Mods: I didn't see anything saying this wasn't allowed, so please let me know if it's not. Thanks.

Leather Supplies
http://www.tandyleatherfactory.com/
http://www.wickett-craig.com/ <------ Very nice leather.
https://www.siegelofca.com/Default.asp
http://www.robertbeardtools.com/ <------ High end leather stamps.
http://www.demersleather.com/
http://www.oregonleatherco.com/
http://www.hidecrafter.com/
http://www.sbearstradingpost.com/

Kydex Supplies

 

[Wild Rose]

Veg/Bark Tan Leather - I order the 8/10 oz Tooling-Holster
Wickett & Craig - my favorite www.wickett-craig.com
Mid-Continent Leather Sales Company (800) 926-2061 http://www.midcontinentleather.com/


Dyes, all types of leather including some exotics, hardware, etc.:
Siegel of Ca - www.siegelofca.com
Leather Factory/Tandy
Mid-Continent Leather Sales Company (800) 926-2061 http://www.midcontinentleather.com/


Linen Thread - 5 cord left or right hand twist is a good all purpose thread:
Campbell-Bosworth:
http://campbell-bosworth.com/catalog/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=linen - I have not used the less expensive Hungarian thread myself but reports that I have received from others who have state that it just fine and costs half as much as the Barbour's.

Tools: Cheap but OK:
Leather Factory/Tandy - the Craftsman brand

Tools: Better - Osborne and other better quality tools:
Mid-Continent Leather Sales Company (800) 926-2061 http://www.midcontinentleather.com/
Campbell- Bosworth: http://campbell-bosworth.com/catalog/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=linen
Leather Factory/Tandy and Siegel also sell Osborne tools

Tools: Best:
Jeremiah Watt - www.ranch2arena.com
Expensive but worth it - made by a master saddle maker and a heck of a nice guy!

I can recommend all of the above having used them for several years (some several decades) - There are many other suppliers including Hidecrafters. Montana Leather, Oregon Leather, and others including some suppliers on EBay - as always with any unfamiliar suppliers it's caveat emptor.....

 

[JerkeeJoe]

Barry King Tools
184 N. Main
Sheridan, WY 82801
USA
Phone: (307) 672-5657
FAX: (307) 672-5235

Here's the contact info for Barry King Tools.

 

[sheathmaker]

I would be happy to share my sources, but they are most all listed already.

I do use Jerry Van Amburg for my exotic inlay leathers. No web site, but telephone is 208 785 0800 and email is vanamburgleathers @verizon.net.

He's a great guy and easy to deal with.

Paul

 

[Heavy]

I have a special sheath I want to make and I want to incorporate some exotic leather inlays. Trouble is I don't want to spend a ton of cash on a big skin when all I need is enough for one sheath. I only make sheaths for myself really.

Anyhow...anyone have a source for exotic leather scraps? maybe?

I'm not even sure what I want to use yet....just trying to see whats availiable first.

Thanks all.

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[khtima]

Recently I tried the first time to work with the skin. I really liked it! Unfortunately it is difficult to use search, I hardly know the language and terms. Help me find shops with delivery to Russia.

I'm confused, what tool should I buy to start with, some skin in any store. I would appreciate any help.