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Title: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 01:16:00 PM
Well this is my first attempt at a build along. I hope some of y'all get some good out of it. Remember I'm not claiming this is the right way, just my way. T will be glad to hear any tips from anyone. Here we go.                                                 First I start with a old folder or shirt box or shue box or the like, and I draw around the knife. Next I sketch out how I want the sheath to look.                                                  (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00318.jpg)                                                (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00319.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: elk ninja on June 19, 2008, 01:26:00 PM
Looking good!  I like the knife too!  Keep it up...
Mike
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 01:27:00 PM
I then cut it out and trace it on the leather. I would use 8 to 10 oz. leather for shis kind of sheath. be carful witch way you lay it out or you will end up with a left handed sheath. after it is cut out I sand the edges smooth and check the fit.                                                  (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00320.jpg)                                              (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00321.jpg)                                              (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00322.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00323.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00326.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00327.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00331.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 01:29:00 PM
(http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00333.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: imskippy on June 19, 2008, 01:34:00 PM
Very nice. Keep it coming. Oh yeah don't forget to mention the secret ingredient in the longhorn koozie!!!! That is the most important part of the build isn't it?  Skippy
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: skullworks on June 19, 2008, 01:35:00 PM
Sweet! I like it!
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 01:36:00 PM
I then use a groover and a stylus to make stitch grooves. wet the leather before useing the stylus.                                                                                                     (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00335.jpg)  (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00336.jpg)  (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00338.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00339.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 01:43:00 PM
Next I use a stitching weel to lay out the holes. and then an awl and mallet to the holes.                                                                                                (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00341.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00342.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00345.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00346.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 01:56:00 PM
Turn the leather over and groove the holes on the back side of the belt loop. The reason to groove all the stitching is so the stitches will be recessed and won't rub on things and get worn out.                                                    (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00347.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00348.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 02:11:00 PM
Now wet down the leather and you can do all your stamping and carving.                                              (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00349.jpg)  (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00350.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00351.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00352.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 02:18:00 PM
Now lay it out on another piece of leather and trace out a piece for the welt. Cut out the welt and check it for fit. Sand the smooth side to rough it up for cement.                                              (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00355.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00356.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00357.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00359.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 03:00:00 PM
Let every thing dry and then you can dye it. I hope you have better luck with dyeing than I do. I usually go dark or not at all. If you go natural, use plenty of neatsfoot oil with super shene or some other sealant.                                             (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00377.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: skullworks on June 19, 2008, 03:03:00 PM
Great leather work and tooling!
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: Over&Under on June 19, 2008, 03:03:00 PM
This is awesome!!!!  

I have some knives in dire need of a sheath.

Looks like I will need a few tools.

Thanks alot el oso!!!
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 03:07:00 PM
after it dries then use an edger. I allways did it before dying but after reading robs build along I will be edging after, because the dye stiffens the leather. This makes it easier to edge it.                                                        (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00353.jpg)  (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00354.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 03:20:00 PM
Now fold over the belt loop and mark it on the back of the sheath. you will probably have to wet the area of the fold. Now sand the parts that are to be glued. cement the loop down and let it set.   (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00379.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 03:26:00 PM
Now use the awl and mallet to make holes in the back side of the sheath. Flip it over and push the awl into the holea to open them up. next ' groove the holes on the inside of the sheath.                                               (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00381.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00383.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 03:38:00 PM
Now you can stitch it up. I use a stitching awl, but it can be hand stitched. hand stitching looks and holds up better but I never learned to do it. I super glue the knot and the inside stitches.                                                   (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00384.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00385.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 03:46:00 PM
Now cement in the welt, and let set. after it sets, punch holes in the welt from the front then flip it over and finish the holes.                                               (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00386.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00387.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00390.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00391.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 03:54:00 PM
My pics were starting to get fuzzy. Must be whatever was in that Longhorn Hugger  :D
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: skullworks on June 19, 2008, 04:20:00 PM
Great job El Oso and Thanks for taking the time to show us how you do it!!! Super work!!!
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 04:36:00 PM
Now glue up the other side, and let it set up. After it is set you can drill your holes. drill through the holes in the front and out the back. Check the back after each hole to make sure it is straight. Now you can stitch it up.                                                       (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00392.jpg)   (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00393.jpg)   (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00393.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00396.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 04:48:00 PM
After it's stitched up, you can trim the welt. Use a knife or skiver er belt sander. Next sand it and redye it. While it is still wet from the dye, use a bone to smooth it and the edges.                                                    (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00397.jpg)    (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00398.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00399.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00400.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00401.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 05:02:00 PM
Now wet and form the sheath to the knife. Let it dry. Then apply an edge coat. let it dry and buff with soft cloth. Now oil the whole thing inside and out, and smooth out all the edges with a bone or you can use your finger.                                                      (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00407.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: MYSTIKBOW on June 19, 2008, 05:03:00 PM
That was great John. Thanks.
 Between Rob's build along and yours I have a list made up of some things I need to pick up at Tandy leather this weekend. Looks like I'll be making myself a couple of much needed sheaths for some knives I have. Thanks again!

 JOHN
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 05:08:00 PM
Let it dry and apply a sealer. I use super shene. This style sheath can be adjusted for lots of diferent shapes, but it dosen't work well with large guards. Well thats about it. I hope y'all can get some use ot of it.                                                     (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00409.jpg) (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00414.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: KHALVERSON on June 19, 2008, 05:32:00 PM
john
thats a fine lookin sheath
you should do one for the knife i sent you in the
swap your sheaths look much better than the crude ones i make
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: B M A on June 19, 2008, 05:41:00 PM
Great work.  I am sure this will help many out there wondering how to make their next sheath.  The knife is nice to.  Brock
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: robtattoo on June 19, 2008, 07:49:00 PM
:clapper:  Nice job John! Must buy a 'V' groover for my stitching. It makes for a much tidyer job. Thanks for the tip.

See, we both learnt something useful!  :D
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 09:27:00 PM
Thats what it's all about. I have learned so much from the members of trad gang. This is a cool place to hang out.
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: Leftieshot on June 19, 2008, 09:28:00 PM
Very nice El Oso, you have given me hope again for my sheaths.
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 09:44:00 PM
Kevin. I liked your sheath. the rair earth magnets were cool. I just oiled it and put on some super shene, and the tooling showed up realy nice                                                      (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/DSC00300.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 19, 2008, 11:46:00 PM
The sheath on bottum and on the left are the same basic desine as the build along. It is a easy versatal sheath to make.                                                   (http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii314/lsrbear/100_0492.jpg)
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: mqqse on June 20, 2008, 12:08:00 AM
Absolutely great.  How long did it take start to finish?
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: el oso on June 20, 2008, 12:40:00 AM
With all the pics, it took a little long, but you can do one in an afternoon if you use a blow drier to speed up dry time.
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: ber643 on June 20, 2008, 07:56:00 AM
Beautiful sheath, el oso, and a great teutorial! Thanks for the time and effort.
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: LEOPARD on June 20, 2008, 08:26:00 AM
Very nice sheath! Well done!  ;)
Thanks for sharing!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: SIMPLE SHEATH BUILD ALONG
Post by: TxMoon on June 20, 2008, 10:16:00 AM
Hello neighbor great looking sheath! We need to get together sometime tell hunting stories or something anyway. I live down the road from you in Hillsboro. Talk to ya later Jim