Your favorite Bushcraft style knife sheath design?

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I know that there are many popular designs, but what sheaths do you like?

Post a picture or a link to your favorite hard working BUSHCRAFT sheath design. I would love to see what everyone thinks a bushcraft sheath should be.

TF
 
This is what I consider the best bushcraft sheath. It's simple, tough, and it requires no upkeep. This one is a lefty made for TexasTonyDobbs. In my opinion, anything other than a good kydex sheath (for most blades) is just for looks or to keep with tradition. Some blades don't work as well with kydex as they would with a good leather sheath, but for most, this is the easiest and toughest way to go.

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I just got a Koster Bushcraft knife in the mail. No pictures but I'm definitely impressed with this knife and sheath. :)
 
It is 3/8th - the most common firesteels are the Light My Fire Firsteels.

Check out Storl's store - he has those and others in stock!

TF
 
I gotta say KoyoteGirl's expedition sheaths. Just got one of Koyote's Rancher knives in trade and it had a great piece of KG leather with it.

The ability to switch from a dangler type to a higher riding sheath simply by moving a couple of chicago screws is awesome, and the knife "clicks" into the sheath just like kydex. Double stitched, and durable, I really can't think of anything better.
 
For me it should be something that is easy to get the knife in and out of.

I like a good pouch type sheath in which the belt loop does not put the knife too close to the body to get it in the sheath and out.

I don't like tight fitting sheaths where you need 2 hands to get the knife out and most Kydex ones are so narrow and set so close to the body it's sort of a pain to get the knife back in.

Since I like the knife to be loose in the sheath for easy access I also like it to set deep in the sheath so it won't fall out if you lay down for a nap or something.

This is one Koyote made me. With the stud instead of a snap it's easy to get open with one hand and the knife is loose in the sheath and can be withdrawn with one hand.
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Also the way the loop is sewn on it sets out from your belt so it's easy to get a hold of.
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Here's one JRE made for my SBT the knife is really loose in there but sets really deep in the sheath. You can get it out and put it back with 1 hand and without looking. I usually put this sheath back where my back pants pocket would be and don't have any trouble getting the blade in and out.
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This one is actually a Bark River Sheath, the original that came with the Northstar but it is way narrower than the original sheath for this knife and when this knife is in the sheath only about an inch of the handle protrudes. It's really compact and slim.
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I also need to take some pics but I have a couple by Scott Gossman that are really great too!:thumbup: I only have 1 of Scotts knives but I have 3 of his sheaths I like them so much!:thumbup:
 
Are we understanding 'bushcraft style' to mean a scandi fixed blade with a full tang? If so, I like to use a deep leather pouch sheath, form-fitted to the knife. It looks nice, ages well, and works for me. The only drawback is that this style of sheath is not waterproof.

Now, if we extend the question to cover sheaths for knives that are used for bushcraft-type tasks, I have come to appreciate the merits of a synthetic sheath. For the last few years, I have used a Spec-Ops nylon sheath with a form-fitted insert. This sheath is perfect for my year-round outdoors needs - it is waterproof, has good retention (both from the fitted insert and the retentions strap), has a 'drop' design that lets it hang below my pack when hiking, has a space to attach a leg strap (hand for paddling or climbing trips), and can be partially disassembled and allowed to soak in warm water if it gets gunky. I find it particularly useful for off-trail snowshoe excursions, where my sheath is likely to get covered in bits of wood, snow, and pine sap.

All the best,

- Mike
 
I have to say that I'm leaning towards sheaths like Dylside has there. Kydex that can be used in belt, neck, and pocket carry. Of course if it were leather, I'd really like to give this one a try. You might recognize it. :D
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Josh K said:
Yeah. :o

The only complaint I have is I like using 1/2" firesteels and the loop on this one seems to be 1/4" or 3/8".
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I prefer the 1/2" ones too. It's the light my fire scout model. They can be locally sourced and I like the weight of them better.
 
Scandinavian/Randall/Ranger style sheath-with horizontal carry loops. It all depends on the maker, attention to detail and quality of course, but in general I like the Ranger style sheaths just because they are very secure, have no latches to screw around with and have been used for millenia successfully. Not a fan of kydex because they are loud on the draw and can rub on the knife finish.
 
Talfuchre, because you are a sheath maker, it bothers me this is the second or third time you have posted "show me your favorite sheaths". We like your sheaths because they are original and the craftsmanship. Some other people make their living making sheaths and .........

People like your sheaths because they are original and the craftsmanship.:thumbup:
 
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