the big chief 3,099 Posted October 11, 2011 Report Share Posted October 11, 2011 hi all can anybody tell me what tools i would need to make leather sheaths for my knifes and wher is the best place to get them from cheers G Quote Link to post Share on other sites
paulus 26 Posted October 11, 2011 Report Share Posted October 11, 2011 try here mate www.bowstock.co.uk Quote Link to post Share on other sites
the big chief 3,099 Posted October 11, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 11, 2011 try here mate www.bowstock.co.uk cheers mate Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gin 498 Posted October 11, 2011 Report Share Posted October 11, 2011 Sent you emails, with photos Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gin 498 Posted October 16, 2011 Report Share Posted October 16, 2011 Its possible to spend heavily over the top for items you really don't need. This is the basics that will make good sheaths . Safety beveller, adjustable groover. Craft knife, large darning needles, thread and a block of beeswax for pulling the thead through prior to sewing. wax not shown but from flytying shop or i got mine from my local dive center for £2. Dyes etc from the local cobblers, and shoe polish Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gin 498 Posted October 16, 2011 Report Share Posted October 16, 2011 My mate and i use a small dremil type drill for making the stitch holes, but a needle type as shown is just as good but longer time. A sheath can be made in a day but will take about a week to dry when soaked and moulded then dyed and polished My mate bought some stamps also and this is with the same basic tools. From Le Prevo in Newcastle 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gin 498 Posted October 16, 2011 Report Share Posted October 16, 2011 This plain one on the belt i did with just a adjustable groover. 3mm veg tanned leather Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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bisketti 6 Posted October 16, 2011 Report Share Posted October 16, 2011 As Gin has mentioned,regarding Le Prevo. 1st class leathercraft suppliers who are a pleasure to deal with. If your not too far away then. Call in & they will answer all your questions. Prices are very good. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
steve66 3,397 Posted October 16, 2011 Report Share Posted October 16, 2011 (edited) Excellant craftmanship there gin , you should be well proud Do you guys work from patterns for marking out sheafs and collars ? Edited October 16, 2011 by steve66 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gin 498 Posted October 16, 2011 Report Share Posted October 16, 2011 (edited) Note,- the tin of footware protector, is for spraying the inside of the sheath to waterproof it. A tin of wax is shown but i've never used it, as shoe polish or dubbin is just as good on the outside. Le Prevo do good sized off cuts at a reasonable price. Edited October 16, 2011 by Gin Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gin 498 Posted October 16, 2011 Report Share Posted October 16, 2011 Steve66 The stamped sheaths are made by my mate, we don't use patterns,- just wrap a bit of leather around the knife to get an idea of the length of leather needed, remembering you have the welt to go in (prevents the knife cutting the thread) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gin 498 Posted October 16, 2011 Report Share Posted October 16, 2011 one i'm doing now Quote Link to post Share on other sites
the big chief 3,099 Posted October 16, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 16, 2011 one i'm doing now looking good mate i like it carnt wait to see it finishd Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gin 498 Posted October 22, 2011 Report Share Posted October 22, 2011 Another set my mate has done. His leather work is as much an art as his knives. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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