Two Shark Sheaths for a Couple Utility Knives

[Dave Kelly]

First time making a full overlay sheath, I used shark (thanks Paul!) and really like it, each piece is a little different and has it's own character. I'll probably use it more for inlays but wanted to try this for a change.

Was trying to match (as close as possible) the roll top/lining deer skin color to each knife handle color, used factory dyed gold for the large sheath (Spalted Tamerind knife handle) and factory dark brown for the small one (Desert Ironwood burl handle). Large black sheath has a 6-7 oz. steer hide core and the small dark brown sheath has a 2-3 oz.



Comments, questions always welcome,

Thanks,

Dave

Clip looks off but it's just the photo

 

[Keith Montgomery]

Beautiful as always.

 

[Swivelknife]

Had that shark been aware of he was going to become part of---------he would have been very proud! --Sandy--

 

[sheathmaker]

David, Design, Materials, construction technique, all perfect. You make me proud!..................................Now invest in some BLACK THREAD.

Paul

 

[sheathmaker]

David, Design, Materials, construction technique, all perfect. You make me proud!..................................Now invest in some BLACK THREAD.

Paul

 

[Dave Kelly]

Thanks you guys!!

Both do look black in the photos don't they Paul, small one is dark brown but I still need to find a source for some good factory black dyed thread. I'll see if Barbour's makes it

Dave

 

[rayban]

Dave, those look beautiful....I really likie....
Question, does the shark skin trim flush with the cowhide then burnish with it, or tuck under, or what?
Thanks,
Rick

 

[nick681]

Very nice indeed! Those really beautiful and compliment the knives well.

 

[Dave Kelly]

Question, does the shark skin trim flush with the cowhide then burnish with it, or tuck under, or what?

Hi Rick, trims flush with the cowhide, unlike some exotics that I've used the shark edge finishes nicely, I dyed the sheath edge to match the shark color.

Thanks nick681

Dave

 

[SHEBOP]

First time making a full overlay sheath, I used shark (thanks Paul!) and really like it, each piece is a little different and has it's own character. I'll probably use it more for inlays but wanted to try this for a change.

Was trying to match (as close as possible) the roll top/lining deer skin color to each knife handle color, used factory dyed gold for the large sheath (Spalted Tamerind knife handle) and factory dark brown for the small one (Desert Ironwood burl handle). Large black sheath has a 6-7 oz. steer hide core and the small dark brown sheath has a 2-3 oz.



Comments, questions always welcome,

Thanks,

Dave

Clip looks off but it's just the photo

Absolutely Gorgeous, Sweetie! :thumbup:
I love everything that you create! The thread you used works for me...Black would be awesome as well!
Wish these were Camp Bop bound!
Take care & we will talk soon, My Friend!