Wanting to introduce myself

[rgepting]

Just wanted introduce myself here on the BF leather section. I know some of you on here. I have been a member here on BF since 07, Im more of a reader than a poster. I have been a knifemaker and leathersmith for over 20 years on a part time basis. Im also a JS in the ABS. My time is split about 50/50 building knives and doing leather work. Most of my knives are Damascus, My leather work consists of sheaths, holsters, gun belts and my wallet and irazors. here are a few pics of my work. More can be seen on my website www.eptingknives.com Thanks for looking Richard Epting

 

[Robert Dark]

Richard,

Let me be the first to say that is some first class work. Please post more of your craftsmanship.

May I ask ???? Where do you purchase your leather, and in general, what weight(s)?

Thanks,

Robert

 

[sheathmaker]

Hey, Richard, welcome to the playground. It's about time you showed your talents over here.

Paul

 

[leatherman]

Hey Richard, good to see you here!

Was nice to meet you at the San Antonio Blade Smiths Society show.

 

[rgepting]

Thanks for the welcome guys. I plan on being very active on this site,there are some very talented leathersmiths here. Robert I have been using Wickett & Craig for a number of years now on Paul Longs advice. I love it, no dye issues, it tools and wet molds great. I use there 7/8 saddle skirt in Chestnut the most, with lots of exotics. Alligator, Croc, Stingray and beavertail. Here are a few more pics of my Wallet and iRazors I build.

 

[rgepting]

And a few more.

 

[fotomaker57]

Awsome work thanks for sharing