This sheath is beautiful!!! Scout-carry isn't what I normally like but the sheath you're showing is one awesome piece of work! As far as spending top dollars for the sheath, if you own knives for many years, you likely end up getting more than one sheath because you're never satisfied with the stock sheath. Combine all the money you spent on sheath, kind of makes up for spending one time on this sheath. Something like this will last a life time! and IMHO, that's worth $$$.
I find that gear, like most anything, is worth what people will pay for it. It's definitely not for everyone but I was able to save up and make the investment. Looking back, I'm really glad that I did. Thanks for watching. -Chris
Not to expensive at all if you had a clue to the amount of labor that goes into it. As a leather worker myself I can tell you this is extreme high quality and a bargain. You get what you pay for. I have no issue paying top dollar for the high quality.
I wanna start doing this. I just havent been able to find hardware that I like. You are right about the price, though. If you dont want to pay money, get Kydex :)
thats a awesome set up, looks like it will last a life time. i carry just a old school boy scout western, seems to do ok for now..i may have to ask santa to bring me a becker. ..bill
Thanks! It's a great sheath. It was a pretty penny. Check out their website for all the pricing info. It's definitely worth it...I just saved up a little each week and that was a couple years so at this point the money doesn't matter and I have a great piece of gear. -Chris
The craftsmanship of the sheath is outstanding without a doubt, the weird thing is not about the sheath, is about the marketing of Hedgehog leather work, why do they make these expensive sheaths ONLY FOR CHEAP KNIVES?? IMO it's wise for them to consider making sheath for expensive knife brands like Busse
Nice sheath, but having a sheath that costs 3 times that of the knife it's made for seems a bit strange. But whatever, as long as it makes *you* happy, then it's worth it! The bungee cords are a cool idea, I might have to try something like that on my own sheaths....
A very nice sheath, and an excellent review. But I agree with some of the other comments regarding it's price. I understand that it's well made, and it takes a while to produce. But even taking this into account. It's over priced.
Hello. Watch a lot of videos from your country and noticed that often you have the knife are back. In my opinion and experience it is not very practical since the knife must be easily accessible for both hands. Especially if we are talking about forestry knives and survival knives. But maybe it's a mentality. However, the great thing. Greetings from Russia.
Hope you rotate that allen wrench 180 degrees so it's under the belt loop when you wear this sheath, or else I hope that when you fall it's always face first! I couldn't believe that "kidney piercer" when I saw this video!
I just purchased a BK-2, I’ve noticed that all the BK-2’s I’ve seen in videos have the lettering stamped into the blade. Mine is laser etched. After taking off the coating and sanding down the blade I can barely see the KA-BAR NY lettering. I bought it from Amazon and it came with the Ka-bar box, could I bought a fake?
It's an excellent looking sheathe, I really must say. It's absolutely beautiful. But the major critiques I have about it are as follows. 1.) It's leather, and as such can hold moisture. That isn't something I want anywhere near a knife of high carbon content. In mucky weather, this thing is going to get soggy and really effect the longevity of your blade. 2.) I don't like how it mounts to your hip. It mounting sideways really takes up a lot of space on your belt, which almost forces you to wear it scout carry. I highly disprove of scout carry, even while carrying a firearm (this is where a neck knife comes in handy). It makes the knife dangerously hard to draw and sheathe, and in this case, doesn't really allow you to use the pouches or access the ferro rod without removing the pack before hand. 3.) The price point simply doesn't make any sense whatsoever, even for a custom piece. The guy who makes this is guaranteed to use templates (or at least he should be), that he's created based on certain knife brands and models, making the build process relatively simple and quick. And although it's hand made, I can't see a $200 (The price has gone down since this video review) price being justified. You can get a custom, hammer forged knife for that price that will damn near last centuries if cared for properly. As I said, it's an extremely beautiful looking sheathe. But the lack of optimal usability, full leather construction, and ridiculously high price gives it a thumbs down from me. I do want to thank you for uploading the video and sharing this product with us regardless of what's said about it. I appreciate your hard work and dedication to the community. =)
Thanks for your comment and for watching the video. Clearly, as the owner, I am a fan of the materials and design and was able to save up and afford the price. Now that I've owned it for over 3 years, I no longer think about the price tag and will have the well built sheath for many years.
Survival and bushcraft gear really is to each their own for the most part. So long as you're happy with it and find it functional, that's all that matters.
Daroff One thing you can do to carbon steel blades is to warm some white vinegar to about 125 Deg. F fill a glass container with it just so the blade is in the vinegar and let it set in it for 30 to 45 min. it will turn a dark gray pull it out clean it with soap and water and it won't rust again, I made my knife and did this it about 2 years ago and had very good results. If you like a shiny knife this isn't recommended, and don't breathe the fumes, would recommend a well ventilated area.
Small of back has its own pros and cons, obviously not to your uses and tastes, but works for me. I can carry the weight without even knowing its there, I don't carry it to fight, so drawing and resheathing quickly don't concern me, and my 3 o'clock is already spoken for, couple timez over, both sides, i.e. flashlight, glock, glock mags. All leather needs fed. Any material has it's pros and cons. Saddles get wet, but are in common usage, still, today, despite alternative material choices. Its engineering. Leather checks a lot of boxes. I need more kydex in my life is not my mantra. But I use crossbreed holsters to carry my edc. It is both leather and kydex, in equal measure. The ballistol I use for my leather is on my blades as well. The blade is not perfectly dry. You have to work against rust, no matter the sheath material. Its a system. I really agree with the fire starter point. Its not for me either. Fwiw, the aesthetic of a piece like this are not secondary. You pay for art. This is just my taste, but the older you get in this world, the deeper is my appreciation of beauty. Price? This is an absolute tiger tank. Material costs of leather are not cheap. You would die laughing if you knew what I just shelled out for a rifle sling and bandolier at brass stacker for my Henry Silverboy 17 hmr lever action. Its art. It gets stares not of envy, but because its easy to rest your eyes on. Love your practical commentary.
189 dollars for the simple version? I don't understand people. I spent about 10 bucks at Tandy leather to fix the belt loop by replacing the Nylon with 1/4" thick leather that I attached to the sheath with Chicago screws to the existing holes in the removable bracket on the back of the sheath. I put a stud (it's not called a "toggle") instead of a snap on a leather retaining strap attached with a Chicago screw on that belt loop. Problem solved, no more floppy sheath. I went to Home Depot and bought stainless steel screws the same size and type as the ones on the handle only 1/8" longer to accommodate the the extra length needed for the lock washers I put on both sides of the screws. Less than 3 bucks. Problem solved, no more loose handles. Why spend way more money on a sheath (hedghog leather works) then you spend on the knife? That doesn't make any sense, especially when you don't have too. Also I improved the shaving, carving, and whittling ability of the knife greatly by just putting a true 20 degree edge on it with a wet stone, which it did not have from the factory regardless of what they claim. The knife holds the edge just as long, is much sharper and cuts much finer feather sticks, and I put a 90 degree spine with a file for a fire steel or flint on the spine. Perfect "survival knife" now at less than 80 dollars total. I attached a large sewing needle with duct tape and a sharpening stone, fire steel, two 4" pieces of fatwood and an allen wrench with ranger bands. I also have about 6' of paracord that winds arround the bottom through the holes of the sheath with part of it knotted and hanging down to work as a leg strap like on a old style western pistol belt. I made the belt loop longer than the original so I could wear it while I had my backpack on and it hangs below the waist belt on my backpack.
It's definitely not cheap but I have found it to be worth the investment. The price of the knife is not a factor either. I have done a lot of work to the knife and taken it on a lot of outings so at this point it's value to me is much greater than the original price tag. Thanks for watching. -Chris
That's fair. It's not for everyone and it is a big chunk of change. I figure I made an investment up front that I will benefit from for many many years to come. -Chris
What you are paying for is his tools I made one an made my knife and I have 20$for the knife and 10$ for leather and 5$ for the hardware and and a little time and right now you have a lot of time don't be lazy broden your mind I am not the sharpest person but it came out just as good!!!!!!!!!!!! You have a lot of time and a little money good luck an use your mind
i made my own knife out of a lawnmower blade, and a sheath. for less than $100. anyone that would pay more than $150 for a knife and sheath have a problem. just saying.
Almost over built? An heirloom quality tiger tank overdone $200 quality "sheath" for a $60 blade. Not just a sheath, its a carry system thst doesn't compete for already crowded real estate at my 3:00 o'clock. I have had it on my mind for years. Feed your leather conditioner. It deserves it.
Paying over twice as much for the sheath as for the knife! Are you mad? For that I'd expect someone to present it to me on a cushion, honed and ready for use. Thumbs down from me.
Those who can... buy what they want. Those who can't... piss and moan about price. The price of quality is lost on most sheeple, as the masses live in the Wal-Mart mentality.
This sheath is beautiful!!! Scout-carry isn't what I normally like but the sheath you're showing is one awesome piece of work! As far as spending top dollars for the sheath, if you own knives for many years, you likely end up getting more than one sheath because you're never satisfied with the stock sheath. Combine all the money you spent on sheath, kind of makes up for spending one time on this sheath. Something like this will last a life time! and IMHO, that's worth $$$.
Great sheath! Really dresses up that 2
Thanks, Bill! It's been a great knife and I'm really happy that I got this sheath. It makes nice package. -Chris
So much on here about the price of the knife when its not about the knife. Its about taking care of the tool. This thing will last a lifetime.
I like that style over the one with the Pouch
I find that gear, like most anything, is worth what people will pay for it. It's definitely not for everyone but I was able to save up and make the investment. Looking back, I'm really glad that I did. Thanks for watching. -Chris
Work of art!
Thanks, Joe, and thanks for the sub! I do not personally own an esee 5 but I have heard of guys using this sheath for theirs. -Chris
Love to get one for the ESEE 5, expensive, but you get what you pay for, sheaths don't get any better than this.
It's a great sheath. Definitely worth the investment. -Chris
I have one scout style for my ESEE5 in a left hand draw and it is brilliant, best investment I have made for the outdoors
Wonderful Chris, very fine work. Stay well, Sepp
Not to expensive at all if you had a clue to the amount of labor that goes into it.
As a leather worker myself I can tell you this is extreme high quality and a bargain.
You get what you pay for. I have no issue paying top dollar for the high quality.
I agree! -Chris
Exactly. I'd rather have one quality item that I pay extra for than multiple sub quality items I paid less for.
Here Here!!!
I wanna start doing this. I just havent been able to find hardware that I like. You are right about the price, though. If you dont want to pay money, get Kydex :)
thats a awesome set up, looks like it will last a life time. i carry just a old school boy scout western, seems to do ok for now..i may have to ask santa to bring me a becker.
..bill
Really good, nice and overprice sheath.
Thanks! It's a great sheath. It was a pretty penny. Check out their website for all the pricing info. It's definitely worth it...I just saved up a little each week and that was a couple years so at this point the money doesn't matter and I have a great piece of gear. -Chris
Awesome sheath, and great review!
Gorgeous sheaths, but way out of my price range...damned purdy though, excellent craftmanship.
The craftsmanship of the sheath is outstanding without a doubt, the weird thing is not about the sheath, is about the marketing of Hedgehog leather work, why do they make these expensive sheaths ONLY FOR CHEAP KNIVES??
IMO it's wise for them to consider making sheath for expensive knife brands like Busse
That's an amazing sheath man
Looks awesome.
I'd rather not spend 300 bucks on a sheath for my 50 dollar Kabar, but if I get a D2 fighting knife I might have to get this...
Thanks!
Nice sheath, but having a sheath that costs 3 times that of the knife it's made for seems a bit strange. But whatever, as long as it makes *you* happy, then it's worth it!
The bungee cords are a cool idea, I might have to try something like that on my own sheaths....
A very nice sheath, and an excellent review. But I agree with some of the other comments regarding it's price. I understand that it's well made, and it takes a while to produce. But even taking this into account. It's over priced.
Hello. Watch a lot of videos from your country and noticed that often you have the knife are back. In my opinion and experience it is not very practical since the knife must be easily accessible for both hands. Especially if we are talking about forestry knives and survival knives. But maybe it's a mentality. However, the great thing. Greetings from Russia.
Thank you, Sepp! My very best to you and yours. -Chris
Hope you rotate that allen wrench 180 degrees so it's under the belt loop when you wear this sheath, or else I hope that when you fall it's always face first! I couldn't believe that "kidney piercer" when I saw this video!
Thanks Carlos! -Chris
Yes.
Thanks! -Chris
It is a good chunk of money but having it for over 2 years now, I do not regret the purchase one bit. Thanks for watching! -Chris
I have to order one for my bk2
Nice vid and sheath but, $300 for the upgraded version? OUCH!
Hi
Can you make a new video of the sheath
Nice!
I just purchased a BK-2, I’ve noticed that all the BK-2’s I’ve seen in videos have the lettering stamped into the blade. Mine is laser etched. After taking off the coating and sanding down the blade I can barely see the KA-BAR NY lettering. I bought it from Amazon and it came with the Ka-bar box, could I bought a fake?
It's an excellent looking sheathe, I really must say. It's absolutely beautiful. But the major critiques I have about it are as follows.
1.) It's leather, and as such can hold moisture. That isn't something I want anywhere near a knife of high carbon content. In mucky weather, this thing is going to get soggy and really effect the longevity of your blade.
2.) I don't like how it mounts to your hip. It mounting sideways really takes up a lot of space on your belt, which almost forces you to wear it scout carry. I highly disprove of scout carry, even while carrying a firearm (this is where a neck knife comes in handy). It makes the knife dangerously hard to draw and sheathe, and in this case, doesn't really allow you to use the pouches or access the ferro rod without removing the pack before hand.
3.) The price point simply doesn't make any sense whatsoever, even for a custom piece. The guy who makes this is guaranteed to use templates (or at least he should be), that he's created based on certain knife brands and models, making the build process relatively simple and quick. And although it's hand made, I can't see a $200 (The price has gone down since this video review) price being justified. You can get a custom, hammer forged knife for that price that will damn near last centuries if cared for properly.
As I said, it's an extremely beautiful looking sheathe. But the lack of optimal usability, full leather construction, and ridiculously high price gives it a thumbs down from me.
I do want to thank you for uploading the video and sharing this product with us regardless of what's said about it. I appreciate your hard work and dedication to the community. =)
Thanks for your comment and for watching the video. Clearly, as the owner, I am a fan of the materials and design and was able to save up and afford the price. Now that I've owned it for over 3 years, I no longer think about the price tag and will have the well built sheath for many years.
Survival and bushcraft gear really is to each their own for the most part. So long as you're happy with it and find it functional, that's all that matters.
Daroff One thing you can do to carbon steel blades is to warm some white vinegar to about 125 Deg. F fill a glass container with it just so the blade is in the vinegar and let it set in it for 30 to 45 min. it will turn a dark gray pull it out clean it with soap and water and it won't rust again, I made my knife and did this it about 2 years ago and had very good results. If you like a shiny knife this isn't recommended, and don't breathe the fumes, would recommend a well ventilated area.
+Kris Horton thanks
Small of back has its own pros and cons, obviously not to your uses and tastes, but works for me. I can carry the weight without even knowing its there, I don't carry it to fight, so drawing and resheathing quickly don't concern me, and my 3 o'clock is already spoken for, couple timez over, both sides, i.e. flashlight, glock, glock mags. All leather needs fed. Any material has it's pros and cons. Saddles get wet, but are in common usage, still, today, despite alternative material choices. Its engineering. Leather checks a lot of boxes. I need more kydex in my life is not my mantra. But I use crossbreed holsters to carry my edc. It is both leather and kydex, in equal measure. The ballistol I use for my leather is on my blades as well. The blade is not perfectly dry. You have to work against rust, no matter the sheath material. Its a system. I really agree with the fire starter point. Its not for me either. Fwiw, the aesthetic of a piece like this are not secondary. You pay for art. This is just my taste, but the older you get in this world, the deeper is my appreciation of beauty. Price? This is an absolute tiger tank. Material costs of leather are not cheap. You would die laughing if you knew what I just shelled out for a rifle sling and bandolier at brass stacker for my Henry Silverboy 17 hmr lever action. Its art. It gets stares not of envy, but because its easy to rest your eyes on. Love your practical commentary.
Not too sure. -Chris
189 dollars for the simple version? I don't understand people. I spent about 10 bucks at Tandy leather to fix the belt loop by replacing the Nylon with 1/4" thick leather that I attached to the sheath with Chicago screws to the existing holes in the removable bracket on the back of the sheath. I put a stud (it's not called a "toggle") instead of a snap on a leather retaining strap attached with a Chicago screw on that belt loop. Problem solved, no more floppy sheath. I went to Home Depot and bought stainless steel screws the same size and type as the ones on the handle only 1/8" longer to accommodate the the extra length needed for the lock washers I put on both sides of the screws. Less than 3 bucks. Problem solved, no more loose handles. Why spend way more money on a sheath (hedghog leather works) then you spend on the knife? That doesn't make any sense, especially when you don't have too. Also I improved the shaving, carving, and whittling ability of the knife greatly by just putting a true 20 degree edge on it with a wet stone, which it did not have from the factory regardless of what they claim. The knife holds the edge just as long, is much sharper and cuts much finer feather sticks, and I put a 90 degree spine with a file for a fire steel or flint on the spine. Perfect "survival knife" now at less than 80 dollars total. I attached a large sewing needle with duct tape and a sharpening stone, fire steel, two 4" pieces of fatwood and an allen wrench with ranger bands. I also have about 6' of paracord that winds arround the bottom through the holes of the sheath with part of it knotted and hanging down to work as a leg strap like on a old style western pistol belt. I made the belt loop longer than the original so I could wear it while I had my backpack on and it hangs below the waist belt on my backpack.
its a nice sheath, but too much for what it is. its about 4 times price of the knife
It's definitely not cheap but I have found it to be worth the investment. The price of the knife is not a factor either. I have done a lot of work to the knife and taken it on a lot of outings so at this point it's value to me is much greater than the original price tag. Thanks for watching. -Chris
That's fair. It's not for everyone and it is a big chunk of change. I figure I made an investment up front that I will benefit from for many many years to come. -Chris
looks like the 6 button feature matches up to a techlock?
People look at Ian's lether work he has a video of it DIY for Penny's an 40$ and a little time
Thanks for watching! -Chris
I have been looking, where can I buy the para cord, or is it bungee cord ?
its shock cord i think
Did that sheath cost more than the price of the knife?
What you are paying for is his tools I made one an made my knife and I have 20$for the knife and 10$ for leather and 5$ for the hardware and and a little time and right now you have a lot of time don't be lazy broden your mind I am not the sharpest person but it came out just as good!!!!!!!!!!!! You have a lot of time and a little money good luck an use your mind
Yes, pull and release the rod 😂😅
how much does the sheath weigh?
What knife is that
Nice sheath, but not worth the cost to me. You could get a lot of gear for that sheath.
Does the bk10 fit in it?
Damn, so it costs 2 or 3 times more than the knife, depending on the upgrades.
There may a lot of labor that goes into it but it's ridiculous for a sheath to cost 3 - 5 more than the freakin knife costs.
Buy a better knife.
i made my own knife out of a lawnmower blade, and a sheath. for less than $100. anyone that would pay more than $150 for a knife and sheath have a problem. just saying.
Would you be willing to sell your sheath?
@@dand2424 I’d consider it for the right offer. Send your email and I’ll follow up.
180 bucks is overrated Price as fck
Almost over built? An heirloom quality tiger tank overdone $200 quality "sheath" for a $60 blade. Not just a sheath, its a carry system thst doesn't compete for already crowded real estate at my 3:00 o'clock. I have had it on my mind for years. Feed your leather conditioner. It deserves it.
Paying over twice as much for the sheath as for the knife! Are you mad? For that I'd expect someone to present it to me on a cushion, honed and ready for use. Thumbs down from me.
Those who can... buy what they want. Those who can't... piss and moan about price. The price of quality is lost on most sheeple, as the masses live in the Wal-Mart mentality.