Making a PVC Axe Sheath - How To

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  • @HoustonR6ryda
    @HoustonR6ryda Před 5 lety +6

    Seven years ago you made this awesome instruction,me at age 50 appreciating you for this today is humbling.I remember watching you do bushcraft vids canoeing a river enjoyed you then. I hope you have been well young man.You have always had great content. Thank you for this.

  • @mumpygumboo8554
    @mumpygumboo8554 Před 9 lety +67

    IT's really awesome to come across such a young man who has keen interests besides partying, shopping, and getting wasted. Also, his instruction is flawless. He is also very polite and generous all through this video. He sounds like a highly intelligent adult, not just a clueless youth. Well done!

  • @CH-kk9oc
    @CH-kk9oc Před 9 lety +46

    A pot of boiling water works great on making PVC soft and it wont burn....

  • @badbadbob1
    @badbadbob1 Před 10 lety +54

    Keep up the good work Young Man. I was like you 40 years ago into making anything out of nothing. Tin cans became banjos, soup can and string phones, It will serve you well.

  • @triumphmanful
    @triumphmanful Před 6 lety +2

    NICE JOB LAD ! I like to see young men using common sense to make things. So many youths today can only play video games and not much else. They could not survive or want to, in the outdoors today . i found some green scalloped edge garden edging 3 ' in length at Homey Depot. It melts nice and is cheap too. I made some sheaths but added a belt hook on the back to carry my hatchets and knives. Thanks again!

  • @TheWonderfulWino
    @TheWonderfulWino Před 7 lety +2

    How dare you make me feel like a dumb ass!!!
    A great presentation that complements a really good idea!!! Congratulations!!
    Keep up the good work.
    Now . . . Go make more videos!!

  • @ScottsUtubeWorld
    @ScottsUtubeWorld Před 10 lety +10

    The last few times I've used a pop-riveter, I forgot to use little washers. Thanks for reminding me! When I made a PVC knife sheath, I used a black PVC pipe segment. If it's black to start with, you don't have to worry about scratches. Everything else about my sheath turned out horrible... but at least the scratches don't show.

  • @martinadejaquiz2482
    @martinadejaquiz2482 Před 8 lety +4

    well young man, I've gotta tell you... I'm 51 and I learned something from you! excellent job my friend and I truly do appreciate your time and your sharing! just excellent! thank you very much!

  • @ericdysert1880
    @ericdysert1880 Před 7 lety +1

    wow-- I bought a cold steel axe, have been wanting a sheath for it for the longest, but have not found any place that sells something as nice as what you showed how to do for one's self------ thank you for the video!!!

  • @tracygallaway886
    @tracygallaway886 Před 7 lety +2

    Thanks, Kenny, for a great how-to-do it! As others said, that hole in the bottom is a drain, so it's good. Over 4 yrs on since you did this, your gift here keeps on giving! I think I have some of that 4 inch PVC pipe laying outside, I'll try this for a cheapo hardware store hatchet I have. Cheers!!

  • @TomBuskey
    @TomBuskey Před 2 lety +1

    I have a bunch of axes, a drawknife, some thin PVC scrap pipe, pop rivets, a heat gun & this tutorial. Thanks!

  • @frankc6430
    @frankc6430 Před 7 lety +4

    to correct the gap opening ,you can use a hair dryer or heat gun nd just spot heat it and press down before painting.... the aluminum stem in the center of the rivet can be punched out and then flatten the rivets a little bit more with a hammer if you care....nice cool easy video!

  • @stevehanisch8510
    @stevehanisch8510 Před 9 lety +3

    You did do a great job! Love the pride you take in your work and your ideas! Wish I had a few more students like you every year. Good luck with whatever profession you decide to pursue.

  • @speedbird561
    @speedbird561 Před 9 lety +17

    Great advice on how to make the sheath, but dude, the reason the inside of the pipe was SO dirty was not because it had been left out in the woods....

  • @TheHellfiremissile
    @TheHellfiremissile Před 8 lety +5

    thanks for taking the time to show this, you have inspired me to have a crack at it. Have a try with baking paper to protect your oven

  • @ragnarokishere
    @ragnarokishere Před 9 lety +1

    Good job making this video. You obviously put some time and effort into keeping it short and informative. I had never thought of a plastic sheathe before. Thanks!

  • @777leunamme777
    @777leunamme777 Před 10 lety +1

    This is just awesome, in some places its almost impossible to get kydex and you figure out a way to do the same thing with pvc at half price!!!
    I never thought about using common rivets to keep the sheath un one piece, you're a genius man, I'm definitely going to try this!! Thanks a lot!!!

  • @fergusrb
    @fergusrb Před 9 lety +1

    Thanks, I need sheath for my axes so I may give it a try. Thought of two things, first before you put in the last rivet hold it close with some vice grips to test how tight you want it then set the last rivet. Second if you noticed it was not closed like you pointed out before you paint it heat it with a heat gun and pinch it closed with some pliers. Yours looked really nice.

  • @quinnleffingwell6628
    @quinnleffingwell6628 Před 8 lety +10

    I dont know how i got here, but this is awesome!

  • @donneal1352
    @donneal1352 Před 9 lety +18

    thank you for your time. Im in my 40s and learned something to day. Good job.

    • @BraveTheWilds
      @BraveTheWilds  Před 9 lety +4

      Don Neal Thank YOU for watching. I appreciate it.

    • @anonymousprepper1463
      @anonymousprepper1463 Před 8 lety +1

      +Don Neal I agree , same here.... never thought to do this... now the ideas that come to mind are endless.

  • @michiganlifepreppers540
    @michiganlifepreppers540 Před 9 lety +1

    Great video! Thanks. You just opened up a bunch of DIY projects for me.

  • @Pauls2025
    @Pauls2025 Před 5 lety +2

    Hi.. Found your video this morning and made a sheath for my machete this afternoon! Perfect and cheap.. Thanks for the inspiration. Kind regards, Paul (UK)

  • @nicholecrouch311
    @nicholecrouch311 Před 5 lety +1

    Good idea mini Mac Guyver honestly one thing I hadn't thought of doing until recently...keep it up I am starting forging and already weld and if you set a small piece of sheet metal up on some thick tie wire you can have a shelf to sit it down on off of the grill and just flip it after a few minutes

  • @DonPacimo
    @DonPacimo Před 10 lety

    I never thought of domesticating PVC pipes to use the material for other purposes, but it is tiny personal discoveries that enrich our knowledge and makes us wiser, and it is people like you, who take the time to teach, that makes us human.
    .
    Thank you very much
    ………………………………Pablo

  • @markyoungoutdoors2497
    @markyoungoutdoors2497 Před 7 lety +1

    Great video, thx for sharing!Can't wait to start working with pvc.

  • @blacksheep6821
    @blacksheep6821 Před 8 lety +1

    Nice video. I've made swords (for my kids) and quivers with pvc pipe, but I hadn't thought of making a sheath for my axe with it. Good idea!

  • @esanchezp
    @esanchezp Před 11 lety

    This is by far the BEST diy video about PVC sheath (start to finished product) I've found so far in the sea of youtube. Kudos to you. There are lots of video about this topics but 90% of them is just "show and tell" without showing the actual process. The other 10% is just an ugly finished product. I mean, you even did a sheath for your gun. A very creative kid indeed. Keep it up! I'll create my sheath using your method

  • @js12347777
    @js12347777 Před 11 lety +1

    I just tried this, The pvc i used was from some guttering, its already stealthy black and doesnt need cutting first as its already a half pipe. Also it was easy to cut to shape with some tin snips. And then i shaped it over a small wood fire. Thanks for the video.

  • @Dcstellingandassociates

    Nice, nice job; so happy to see others taking some pride in maintaining their tools & gear the old-fashioned way...Well done!

  • @thatguyoverthere555
    @thatguyoverthere555 Před 4 lety

    Exactly what I was looking for. Simple, easy, cheap and efficient. Well done!

  • @miganimator
    @miganimator Před 8 lety +1

    Nice vid. I gave you a like. :)
    I know this video is a few years old now, but a tip for heating your PVC: use an oven thermometer and heat your oven or grille to 350-400 degrees (start around 375F and add or subtract to what's working best for your purposes). Lay your piece on some foil and it'll still get the heat but won't scorch. I've done sched 40 pipe like this, which has to stay in the heat longer to heat throughout, but works like a charm every time.
    I lay my piece on the flat rather than the end. It tends to curl slightly at first but then starts to un-roll and lay flat which is a good indicator of how ready the piece is for forming.
    I like your videos. Keep up the good work!

  • @roadhandviking4228
    @roadhandviking4228 Před 7 lety +1

    great job and excellent idea. gonna make a couple myself. thanx a million !!!

  • @deadmandeadhead66
    @deadmandeadhead66 Před 9 lety +3

    That was pretty cool thanks for the idea I can actually think of some other things that I can do with that like I needed a sheaf for my machetes so thank you.

  • @mcculls83
    @mcculls83 Před 10 lety +1

    YOUNG MAN that is a very innovative idea that I would never have thought of. Great job on both the sheath and the video!!!!!!

  • @allenwagner1959
    @allenwagner1959 Před 10 lety

    I think you had a great idea. I will be making those for my axes and hatchets. That's for sharing the knowledge!

  • @dubstepnation23
    @dubstepnation23 Před 11 lety

    Good job man! This is what America needs! Start marking are own products! It is the inventive minds of America (like yours) that will lead this country to prosperity! Great job!

  • @rogerstonge6639
    @rogerstonge6639 Před 9 lety +1

    1 YOU DID A GREAT JOB God has blessed with the light and spirit you have the actions and shared it as many order men have no time in todays world . I AM 66 AND WAS GIVIN A GREAT NEW SKILL THANK,S TO YOU

  • @azizisaili9912
    @azizisaili9912 Před 7 lety +1

    way to go dude.works like a charm.can't wait to make sheath for my tomahawk.cheers

  • @johnnybstuddd4482
    @johnnybstuddd4482 Před 2 lety

    Awesome video and great idea to use PVC. I'm going to make a couple for a camp axe that I restored.

  • @kraygvonmosch306
    @kraygvonmosch306 Před 10 lety

    AWESOME!!! Made mine today and it worked out perfect!!! Trying a shovel next with a 12 inch pvc pipe! Trully got me thinking!!!!

  • @TOYOTER0
    @TOYOTER0 Před 10 lety +3

    Good video BraveTheWilds... You mentioned to be cautious that the PVC doesn't ignite; it is worth stressing is that PVC is very toxic if burned..
    PVC is highly dangerous to both personal health and the environment when burned. PVC is one of the worst offenders when it comes to toxic substances. PVC can emit highly corrosive and toxic hydrogen chloride (hydrochloric acid) when burned. It is also is a source of dioxin and phosgene gas when burned at temperatures below complete combustion. Phosgene is an odorless gas that can damage the lungs and was one of the substances used in chemical warfare during WW I.

  • @KB4QAA
    @KB4QAA Před 11 lety

    Beautiful work guy! I've needed a replacement sheath for years, thanks for the tips. Cheers, Bill

  • @NuketheNazis66
    @NuketheNazis66 Před 10 lety

    I HATE WHEN PEOPLE APOLOGIZE TO TROLLS!!!!!! If they don't like it tell'em to take a hike, you're doin them a favor not the other way around. Don't apologize to those idiots. Nice job, your work looks great

  • @hectormuniz2521
    @hectormuniz2521 Před rokem

    Good morning bro, I have the same exact ax and I've been looking for a holster for it, but i think your idea with that PVC is going to work, and it looks good. Thank you brother for sharing this with us.

  • @ME-zk9yw
    @ME-zk9yw Před 9 lety

    Great job young man and i likes the demo. .You did not rattle on about other stuff. You got right to the project. Wish other folks that make video's would leave their stories and personal stuff out. I subscribed..

  • @DeeOGee-bq3pu
    @DeeOGee-bq3pu Před 10 lety +1

    Hey man, thanks for the cool vid and awesome ideas. Pretty sure I got all this stuff laying around somewhere. Cheers

  • @seniorchiefharris
    @seniorchiefharris Před 7 lety +3

    Enjoyed your step-by-step video very much! Now to make a couple myself. BTW...Rustolium makes a 'plastic spray on paint' that adheres to the plastic quite well and actually bonds itself and becomes part of the plastic...less scratches if that matters...Again, thanks for the video!

  • @jpickett52
    @jpickett52 Před 8 lety +1

    you could always add a leather strap (riveted on one side with a snap on the other side) to go round the back of the ax handle if you have a problem with retention

  • @timdemond1396
    @timdemond1396 Před 5 lety

    I did not know that thinwall pvc sewer pipe would make such a nice sheath, great video. I have been buying kydex and it is not that cheap and it looks to be about the same thing. A buffing wheel will make the edges even nicer. You can mold around a half inch scrape of plywood cut about two inches to make a clip on belt hanger as well.

  • @robertmaxwell3220
    @robertmaxwell3220 Před rokem

    Looks real good,useful and inexpensive,a rare combo.Thanks!

  • @cloudsrain8753
    @cloudsrain8753 Před 9 lety

    Subbed and liked. Very good job. I like the curve for pulling the sheath off too.

  • @skullharvester
    @skullharvester Před 7 lety +1

    Great concept and execution:D!

  • @Bear304inc1
    @Bear304inc1 Před 10 lety +1

    OK after just two stops, one to harbor freight to get a rivet gun set; $5.and the grommet gun; $5.
    Then to home depot to get a 4" drain pipe. They were in the garden section outside. $7 for 10 feet.
    Followed your instructions and the first one is perfect, , super easy, , super cheap,, super quality.
    17 bucks and I can make at least 30 of these or similar things,,,,,
    Thanks again....

  • @Rob07601
    @Rob07601 Před 6 lety +1

    If someone doesn't have, or maybe doesn't want a pop rivet tool, you can probably use screw posts instead. They look like a small "t" nut with a machine screw with a wide flat head. They can be found for 1/8" thickness and up, often in aluminum, brass, or steel. I used some to repair my Lowes "pro" tote/clipboard when the clamp got broken. Rather than throw it out, I replaced it with a "donor" clamp from a dollar store clipboard.

  • @jimflynn7551
    @jimflynn7551 Před 9 lety

    I'm very glad I seen this, I need to make a couple sheaths. Thanks a lot got the video.

  • @rajhooblal8764
    @rajhooblal8764 Před 5 lety

    Thank you Young Man.
    Inspiring!
    Keep up the great work!
    Greetings from Durban South Africa

  • @LaughinCoyote
    @LaughinCoyote Před 12 lety

    Hey Thanks for posting this, I adapted the idea an made 2 knife sheaths, I'm happy with. I have an ax and hatchet both needing a sheath.... Thank, again !

  • @VivaLaBamUrDead
    @VivaLaBamUrDead Před 10 lety

    great video man =D looks like a load of fun. definitely gotta try this

  • @bonvi2you
    @bonvi2you Před 10 lety

    Super idea! Will be making this for all of my axes.

  • @lancesemba1719
    @lancesemba1719 Před 3 lety +1

    nice video, Just a suggestion, during molding turn the axe over and mold the opposite side. Inside of rivets I use Chicago screws to eliminate the rivets from protruding out.

  • @rogerstonge6639
    @rogerstonge6639 Před 9 lety

    I am totally impressed with you and your ideas! I am a woman and need some sheaths for my tools as well. thanks for the vid and keep the good work up!!!!

  • @Bear304inc1
    @Bear304inc1 Před 10 lety +1

    Awesome video, just what I was hoping to find,,, ingenuity. Thanks for posting.

  • @druface12345
    @druface12345 Před 11 lety

    I love DIY gear, and this is a awesome idea. great video! keep it up

  • @rogerjrusa
    @rogerjrusa Před 2 lety

    I think I’ll go with this one, maybe with some leather as trim.
    Dude, great informative video here.
    Many thanks.
    And btw my dumb ass had forgotten about the washer in the rivet trick. So again thanks. I’m 50 and learned some things here.

  • @darrenambrose8028
    @darrenambrose8028 Před 9 lety +10

    Great vid. Excellent how to steps. One suggestion though, because of your age you impress older people with your skills and teach younger viewers. Please consider showing cleaning up after yourself (if just a quick still screen). I sure you cleaned up the hose reel after scrubbing the pvc pipe. Its a small lesson in responsibility and accountability. Plus it'll give viewers a chance to continue doing projects if Mother's hose reel, grill, or deck doesn't get dirty'd up doing projects it will encourage Mom and Dad to support projects in the future. Basic Boy Scout stuff that seems to be getting lost now days.

  • @kenmccarty
    @kenmccarty Před 12 lety

    You are an inspiration. I wish more younger people were like you.

  • @phillippatterson512
    @phillippatterson512 Před 8 lety

    I really needed this today. I'm gonna make 1 for my roofing hatchet and 1 for my draw knife. Very good job. Maybe I'll use black ABS pipe so I wont have to paint it later.

  • @bjimbosld
    @bjimbosld Před 4 lety

    Good job, great video!! I’m gonna make one for all 4 of my axes now!!!! Awesome!!

  • @1911s4me
    @1911s4me Před 11 lety

    Fantastic vid! I have the Fiskars 14" hatchet that comes with that goofy case and been wanting to make a sheath. I'm familiar with pop rivets but never saw that type that uses a washer, that sure does finish off nice. I'll be making a sheath for sure! Hey that space you left will work great for drainage, I'd leave it that way.

  • @TheHigherVoltage
    @TheHigherVoltage Před 12 lety

    Right on. Informative video Kenny. I'm looking forward to the next.

  • @edwardstagner1021
    @edwardstagner1021 Před 6 lety +1

    I would be very proud of this was my son .I bet he turned out well. nice job

  • @steveakin6504
    @steveakin6504 Před 10 lety +3

    Well Done and very well explained...will never rot. Have used PVC for knife and machete sheaths

  • @BackcountryPatriot
    @BackcountryPatriot Před 12 lety

    Awesome video brother, I've been wanting to make a sheath for my tomahawk, hatchet, some of my knives. This way looks very promising and easy to do. I appreciate you taking the time to show us how to do it. Hope you are doing well, take care brother and thanks again!

  • @gilbertcarmona4177
    @gilbertcarmona4177 Před 5 lety +1

    Absolutely awesome ! Thanks dude!

  • @VincentDoctorPrepperBoyle

    thanks for sharing bro def going to try this as I was looking at buying Kaydex your way seems so much better

  • @ZenoManue61
    @ZenoManue61 Před 10 lety +1

    Excellent Job ....!!!! You give me good ideas....!!! Nice to see a young man with such a good ideas and sharing them...!!!! I'm definatelly doing this one...!!!

  • @dimmaz88
    @dimmaz88 Před 8 lety

    Nice work, that's a great snap sound when you slip the axe in.

  • @m24a68
    @m24a68 Před 9 lety

    Great job on the sheath, thanks for the video.

  • @victoradamczak6772
    @victoradamczak6772 Před 12 lety

    good to see young people taking a interest in something other then video games nice job !!

  • @kenhughes4715
    @kenhughes4715 Před 5 lety

    Excellent, you did a great job.
    Thank you for posting.

  • @ninjaex650
    @ninjaex650 Před 10 lety +2

    Cool project, great idea and excellent video. You may consider adding an annotation about the fumes while heating the PVC. I was glad to see you were doing this outdoors, but some viewers may attempt to do this in their kitchen.

    • @grillsandaxlegrease3578
      @grillsandaxlegrease3578 Před 10 lety

      Yes - the fumes can cause all sorts of respiratory and neurotransmitter problems. Very dangerous. You need a respirator or hood.

    • @michealwagner6451
      @michealwagner6451 Před 6 lety +1

      Levi Perry as long as it's just heating, it isn't that bad, out doors an /Or in well vented area no biggie.

  • @OtherThanIntendedPurpose
    @OtherThanIntendedPurpose Před 10 lety +2

    just a thought, if retention is an issue for some people, use a grommet instead of one of the rivets, and get some shock cord, feed through the grommet and tie it off, with it long enough to stretch over the hammer face when inside the sheath.

  • @Sthilboy56
    @Sthilboy56 Před 10 lety

    Great work I've been wanting to make one for a while , so simple many thanks for the vid

  • @DennyRec
    @DennyRec Před 12 lety

    Kenny, it was a nice video. Liked the step by step instructions. You a real talented individual in many areas. I know I appreciate, watching your videos. I know you made it for an axe and I think I will try it for s knife or two that I have. Thanks and have a good day.

  • @runningman1156
    @runningman1156 Před 10 lety +2

    COOL I am going to do this for several tools nice job

  • @Akshunone
    @Akshunone Před 11 lety

    Great vid man! Really creative.

  • @MikeJones-vb1me
    @MikeJones-vb1me Před 10 lety

    Nice work, sir. I'll be doing this for a couple of axes and hatches. Keep up the good work. Thank you.

  • @JoeRitrovato
    @JoeRitrovato Před 12 lety

    Good video Kenny, you have access to a kool shop. That's a good project you videoed there.
    Joe R

  • @7Storm7
    @7Storm7 Před 10 lety

    Pretty clever and great job on the video Brave.... I just might try this... :)

  • @blackoracle69
    @blackoracle69 Před 10 lety

    you did a great job here sir..i learned a lot from this video.. now i can go make some sheaths for my axes..again thank you..safe journeys

  • @andywest6250
    @andywest6250 Před 4 lety

    A Harbor Freight heat gun works well too. Bought mine with a 25% off coupon. Great project, thank you for sharing.

  • @davidpollock280564
    @davidpollock280564 Před 11 lety

    Great video great idea well done. Just got a couple of axes now i know how to get a couple of shiefs thanks to you cheers bro

  • @djebat88
    @djebat88 Před 5 lety +1

    Great idea. What a fantastic work. Well done, dude.

  • @markmuhle7773
    @markmuhle7773 Před 9 lety

    Very inspiring man saw the video got the itch to try it but cant find schedule 20 pipe anywhere in Colorado. So I grabbed some 1 1/2inch sink drain pvc. Made a sheath for my $15 beater knife. Worked awesome also made a slip sheath for my Ontario NS4 to replace the pop bottle stuff the sheath came with no more rattle and the slip has enough retention to hold the knife with out the straps. Next is my custom tomahawk.
    Love you channel man.

    • @michealwagner6451
      @michealwagner6451 Před 6 lety

      Mark Muhle try looking at Lowe's or Home Depot, local hardware stores, sdr-35 will work an is a little better than sched-20 anyway, may even be able to get it free if they have a damaged piece.

  • @chrisdes2667
    @chrisdes2667 Před 5 lety +1

    2 things that might help you. First is make yourself a press to press the PVC all you need is 2 boards, a hinge and some thing like foam to contour the thing you are pressing. Second thing is a heat gun it looks like a hair dryer but it gets much hotter.

  • @Idoitfortheskonkas
    @Idoitfortheskonkas Před 7 lety +1

    Awesome job buddy!! 👍

  • @davidmiller-vb7ho
    @davidmiller-vb7ho Před 9 lety +4

    U do a good job don't apologize so much

  • @richardmarino6762
    @richardmarino6762 Před 4 lety

    Keep on thinking and making and problem solving! Good job, dude!

  • @KennethKramm
    @KennethKramm Před 12 lety

    Excellent instructional video Kenny. Thanks for sharing. ken

  • @howarddylan17
    @howarddylan17 Před 11 lety

    great job man! i am making a camping gear pack and needed a sheath for my hatchet but i didn't have any leather. so i am going to give this a go and see what happens. yours looks really nice. thanks for the vid.