Making 3 Knife Sheaths: 21 Essential Steps to Follow
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- čas přidán 3. 06. 2024
- Today in the shop I'll walk you through the process of making three sheaths, and the 21 steps that I've layed out to follow. I will show how following these step will help you to achieve a higher level of craftsmanship as you progress in your journey as a leather worker.
These three sheaths are being made for three of my recent knife builds, The Knife Talk Build Along build along knife that I made for my brother Devon, the Bone Handle Knife that I made for my daughter Corinne, and the Railroad Spike Knife that was a give-away to one of our Patreon supports, Cadence.
You can watch the three knife build videos here...
Knife Talk build along series: • Knife Making Build Along
Bone handle knife: • Making a Bone Handle K...
Railroad Spike Knife: • Forging a Railroad Spi...
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Thanks for doing this sir. I'm a lefty and finding left handed sheaths for my favorite knives has proven to be a perpetual problem. I figure if no one wants the business, maybe it's about time I learn to make my own sheaths.
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I'm also Correct Handed. ;) A person could make enough money on sheathmaking to support their knife habits, I reckon.
Just got a benchmade bushcrafter and don't really want to spend another $120 on a sheath
@@ljprep6250 I'm a lefty and we're not correct handed, hahaha. Worst thing is scissors though... Crescent makes some nice true lefty pairs
@@bajamus69
the first one is for the trash, but then it just gets better and better.
i am a semi pro now.
Only channel I've found so far that really takes it step by step so us "newbies" can follow and try on our own - well done indeed!
Try weaver leather if you haven’t already, love their stuff
Just wanted to say thank you T.A.C., for outlining your sheath making process for us. I had only one shot to make a sheath , for a 9 month knife project , due to a time constraint. IT WAS A TOTAL SUCCESS!!! The knife/sheath were for a highschool friends 50th birthday and you are part of that. SINCERELY, with my hand on my heart , thank you for your time and effort that you put into your channel.
Thank you so much for the kind words Brian. I can feel it coming through my phone😉. I’m honored and glad that I was able to help make this so special for you.
They came out so well because you put a lot of love into them.
I as a knife maker myself find your videos to be quite unique and professionally done . After several years of my endeavors I have watched your videos and learned quite a few new techniques . I will be looking forward to your next video. Outlaw Dog
Thank you.
It's so relaxing just watching you work , and the sheaths turned out perfect .from now on when i am doing a project i will be making a to do list .so thank you Dustin .
The dark is nice, but that honey brown of your daughter's is the best in my opinion. Well done. Beautiful work.
Another great video. It’s fun to see you daughter goofing around in the background too. It looks like I’ve got a few new projects to plan out. Thank you for all of the info!
A copy of your "21 steps" would be great for anyone starting out and a refresher for others. I'm sure some folks have different workflows, but it never hurts to see what others do. Thanks, great work on the "products" and the videos!
Exactly my sentiments. There are so many steps involved and as many different approaches to tackling a project that no matter how one decides to proceed, a workflow list is essential, at least for newbies, like me.
Does this guy reply to comments?
It’s a pleasure watching an Artist create!
Devin's setup is out of this world! 👍💯
I have been a leather-smith for 40 years. I learned a great deal from this video. Extremely well done ! Thank you !!!
I’ve been into amateur leather crafting for 11ish years. Could you tell me what you learned from this video after 4 decades of experience?
"Newbie" here too! Love these!
Thank you for sharing this tutorial with us.😊
You just saved me a pile of hours, thank you for sharing. AGAIN. Cheers from Canada.
I've been a leather crafter for about 30 yrs. now and I must say that you do so nice clean work. Your vids are very easy to follow as well. I also am a knife Smith with the ABS for about 11 yrs now. You keep doing what your doing because I think that your teaching abilities are great and you haven't steered anyone wrong yet. Just another great video that you produced. Nice job.
Thanks James!
Thank you for an excellent tutorial, it’s a beautiful end product. I think the step by step guide is brilliant too,
especially for people new to leather work/craft. The knifes are also excellent, extremely lucky people to receive one of those as a gift. Thank you for sharing, regards, Chris. From UK.
Not sure if anybody did this yet, but here are the steps:
1. TRACE KNIFE ON LEATHER
2. MEASURE SPACE FOR WELT
3. CUT OUT LEATHER INCLUDING BELT LOOP
4. TRACE AND CUT OUT WELT
5. MARK OFF BELT LOOP ATTACHMENT SPOT & EDGE BEVEL FRONT & BACK
6. DYE LEATHER (OUTSIDE & BOTH SIDES OF LOOP & INSIDE TOP
7. FINISH BELT LOOP & TOP EDGES
8. GLUE DOWN BELT LOOP
9. MARK & DRILL HOLES FOR LOOP & SHEATH
10. CUT GROOVE FOR FOLD
11. GLUE IN THE WELT & SHEATH EDGE
12. CLEAN WELT EDGE ON GRINDER
13. MARK & DRILL HOLES & STITCH
14. DYE WELT EDGE & BURNISH
15. WET MOLD
16. FINISH DYE
17. FINISH EDGES W/ BURNISHER & EDGE KOTE
18. OIL
19. CARANUBA CREAM & BUFF
Thank you!
don't forget to smoke a bowl
Thank you!
Made it VERY easy to print it out, Thank You!
@@chucku.farley3927 doing that now while watching the video. Getting ready to make my first sheath.
Great step by step tutorial on knife sheath making. I enjoy watching others make knife sheaths. Seems like I nearly always learn new things and new ways to do things. Those turned out great.
Thanks Dustin for posting this, you help us all
You know you have most of the tools and the techniques to make yourself some nice boots. I say go for it. Nice moccasin style boots to be able to slip silently through the woods.
This is actually one of the best vids on not only leatherworking but also applying tht knowledge to making sheathes. Really good vid
A great way to not mistakes on the leather is to make a template. It is also much quicker for future projects. Thanks for the video!
This is true. We have some for other projects.
I have watched this +30 times as I make my own sheath. I wish I could add a photo. I love this video
You can send the photo to theartofcraftsmanship@gmail.com or DM @theartofcraftsmanship
What a joy to view. A master of their trade, who is good and generous.
I really liked the way you took us through this process. Great video .
Nicely done, thanks. Recess grooves between stitching holes on the inside of belt loop puts stitches well below the surface and prevents accidental contact with cutting edge.
As a leather working newcomer, I found this checklist incredibly helpful. I had to modify/expand mine in adapting this checklist to be a little more specific but I can at least approach a fold over sheath with confidence now. Thank you!
Just picked up some leather to protect a few of my knives so glad I found this video.
Fantastically detailed tutorial. Many thanks. Very helpful for a sheath virgin !!!!
I have say that that these videos are some of the best looking, well produced how-to videos I've seen on youTube! I've been working in the video industry for 20+ years now and I'm amazed how many cameraman are NOT able/willing or are too lazy to show the steps in a how-to video like you do. Well done! all that said, I also learned a few tips for my own knife sheath construction!
Thanks so much for the kind words Thomas.
Right
The close ups
The instrumental background music
The detailed explanations
The sped up boring repetitive time
The pro tips
The no bs intro..
I could go on!
Thanks for making utube great again
I’ve been looking for a great leather working channel to follow and learn from. I definitely found it here. Thanks for all your contributions and looking forward to following along.
Excellent video! I've ordered my leather and a few tools and am getting started next week. Several cool knifes that I've collected over the years needs new homes. Thank you for for so much great information.
Relaxing vibe, good tutorial, and such a great end result!
As usual my friend, very well done and perfectly recorded which definitely assists us with ideas for improving our leather working skills. Thank you. Anaco, Anz.
I have spent many a happy hour watching you make some really lovely knives. You are really a talented knife maker and I enjoy your show a lot. The one comment I wanted to make, is that I am most impressed with the fact that you use eye, ear, and breathing protection when you work. You are a great inspiration for the youth that will watch and learn from you. THANK YOU, and avid fan, Maryann
Thank you Maryann
I agree with G. Miller.................I too appreciate the "step" and explanation. Very good. Thank you
Very professional tutorial and excellent worksmanship. Great job.
Making knives and then leather sheaths is how I got into leather craft. I was fortunate to have a Tandy Leather store nearby and they taught me the basics of sheath making and leather working in general. It was very very helpful as there wasn't an internet then with good videos like yours showing how to do it. I do more leather crafting now than knife making as I really enjoy doing leather and the range of things one can make, from sheaths to belts and wallets. I'm actually making an ostrich skin wallet now. Everyone likes my "handmade" gifts at Christmas time. So many things from bracelets and fancy key fobs made of alligator to even simple clutch purses.
Here's a minor trick for sanding the edges smooth, dampen the edge a little bit, repeat little bit and that will keep the leather dust down as that stuff goes everywhere and floats in the air for a while.
Hello,do you have any videos of your work?
Thank you
Thank you for your reply
Just starting gathering the tools etc to get into the hobby of leathercraft. This was clear and as basic as I have seen in explanation. Thank you for taking the time to do this!
That edge beveler makes such a satisfying sound.
Great job. When I used a drill press I always used a finish nail cause the drill bit always got the leather in the grooves of the bit & bunched up some on me. The finish nail would just leave a smooth hole. Sides that I always managed to break them small drill bits quite a bit. I mostly used an awl & just poked them 1 hole at a time until I got me a Cobra machine to stitch with.
Also on the stitching it will hold better when you wrap the thread around the needle 1 time when you pull it through. This puts a knot in the stitching that you pull into the center of the hole.
You're a great leather worker sir! Very enjoyable person to watch @ work!
I must say, That's some Custom work you've done there!
I am Sure your Daughter will be Very Proud of Her Dad!!!
GOD Bless😇🖒
Really like the way you finish them definitely the work of a craftsman
As leather worker. It's best to make a paper or card stock template. That way no mistakes are made on the leather.
This is exactly my thoughts as well, never start directly on the leather.
Didn’t lock in each stitch or start with a back stitch either. Practice makes perfect though. Nice work
When mass producing, a template makes sense but for a single (custom) item drawing directly on the leather is prudent.
@@squirrelgunsmith1131 Being lazy and potentionally messing stuff up ain't prudent.
@@diggie9598 Speak for yourself! I am a Craftsman. I do not really have a potential to mess things up. If you knew anything you would not have typed out of turn...GET SOMEWHERE!
Nice sheaths and knives! I like to wet mold mine too, such a good fit.
You make this look so easy!! True craftsman
It is a real pleasure to follow you. Thanks for everything you teach me. Hello from Romania. Gigi.
Sir, I love your dog! it would be nice to see a project inspired on him, maybe a dog collar or a harness, after all he's your dog and he deserves the best!
Now i know why your brother wanted the dark sheath. He already knew they would come out gorgeous.
Poučno i lepo
I take it as a "good omen" I saw the multi armed "Durga" thank you for the clear tutorial
Truly 3 pieces of art. Thank you for the video
Great video and extremely well documented, all three turned out amazingly well and hopefully the recipients will cherish them. Pleasure to watch and only negative is is that I don’t have one😂 nice job tiger👍🇦🇺
Awesome channel! You're so patient with your craftsmanship. That's my downfall. I want to do everything quickly. Awesome job! Love your channel!
Yeah, that’s the key to good craftsmanship. You can do it😉.
I enjoy these videos so much. This has given me the nerve to finish mine
Very well done. I have two knives a friend gave to me, that were her late husbands. Found the leather working section at the craft store, for the bare basics, however, I'm also knowing that i want one of the sheaths to be more than just the basics. I'm very fortunate to have found this channel. thank you so very much for your hard work in your craft, and the long hours of editing it took to make this video. I look forward to seeing more of your work. Thank you so very much.
Beautiful work sir! Thank you for passing on the knowledge.
Thank you
Nice video. Great work! One tip I might offer: glue some leather pads to you sewing clamp and bevel the edges to keep from marking your sheath.
Awesome job. Never thought about making a knife and sheath but now another bucket list item with a new batch of tools. Enjoy.
Another great video. More than once I’ve been halfway through a sheath build and realize i missed an important step. Great info here for folks to see and hopefully learn from. Keep up the good work guys.
That was a excellent, informative, professional video. Really easy to understand and follow along. Writing down the steps helped a lot. Excellent filming, keep up the great work. God Bless!
Thanks Chris.
"I've done this really wrong a bunch of times."
Boy, me, too. I Learn a lot that way. :)
Better to learn from others mistakes when you can.
Great video with some super cool info. Thanks for telling us about "the process" and the importance of mapping out the steps before you get started. Well done! Keep em coming!
I have leather punches like yours at the starts at the cut BUT I never thought of using them at the corners of the loop, I certainly will use this technique from now on.
Neutral shoe polish makes a good finish coat also.
Great video. Thank you for sharing. Couple of questions. 1) Why no dye on the glue up spots for the belt loop? 2) If you were going to tool or carve the leather I assume you would have to do that before dying.
I really appreciate your videos! Very helpful to me as a beginning leather worker. I've learned some great tips that I am using in my own projects. Thank you!
Well done. Literally the step by step I was looking for. Great video.
What an informative video! I learned a lot. Nicely done, loved the step by step format, the up close segments and your videographer did a fantastic job! Thank you
Thanks Dan. Devon does a great job, for sure.
This is nice.
Thanks Rinoa.
Beautiful craftsmanship. Thank you for showing us the list and steps. That makes so much sence to do.
Nice work... I have made knife sheaths but I am self taught so lots of mistakes and re-do's.
Your have a great video... Glad you speed up some of the repetitive processes such as stitching... Thanks
Looks like a drill press would really be needed for this type of leather work...guess ill be investing in a drill press next. Ive always wanted one anyway. Excellent video!! Thank you!👍
Get a diamond punch and a hammer... 60$ is a full set of tools on amazon
Stitching chisels work well too. Hey are even spaced so you can just punch both sides separately and the holes will still line up
@@matthewdenty7760 Agreed! Also get a diamond shaped leather awl.
@@ryanmcewen415 I'm not familiar with using a chisel... are the teeth angled? And if so wouldn't punching both sides result in a cross over
@@matthewdenty7760 not if you pay attention to both sides.
Have a look at Tandy website.
They show decent pics of good entry level stitching chisels that wont break the bank.
Eventually youl want to upgrade them. But start with a budget
Great video man, I really like the layout of all your videos. It’s more of a detailed tutorial compared to most of your blacksmith CZcamsrs. Great job, please keep your awesome content coming!
Thanks so much. I really appreciate the fees back and support.
I used this video to help make my 1st sheath and it turned out... GREAT! Thanks!
Great news. Glad I could help.
I am absolutely in awe of your skill. You inspire so that people want to start doing the same. Wonderful work you have done.🤩
What are the chances of Me getting the 19 steps seems to help a lot thanks love your videos
Yeah... what about that, Dustin? Could you please make that list available to we rookies? Sure would appreciate it!
Great tutorial thanks. I've had the "ingredients" to make a sheath for years now but as I'm currently in lockdown, it seems like a good time to finally get on with it! This video is sure to help. Cheers from the UK.
Good luck!
Beautiful I learned a lot
thank you because i'm starting ....
Best instructional video I have seen yet. Very well done. Beautiful products to boot. Thanks.
hello, thanks for this, great detail. A product and tool list would be very helpful. Some of these items are pretty hard to find. Any ideas where to located good leather?
Brian Lister Tandy, Weaver, ect
Tandy Leather Co,Texas
21:33
One of us is having a flashback right now and I'm only partially sure it's me.
Brilliant tutorial. Concise and detailed. Love it.
A BIG WOW ! TO THE WAY YOU MADE THIS VIDEO. YOU MAKE IT LOOK SOOOO, EASY. I'M JUST STARTTING TO BUY SOME SUPPLY'S, SO I CAN MAKE MY FIRST LEATHER SHEATH ! YOUR VIDEO WAS AMAZING ! I REALLY ENJOYED IT A LOT !!! CAN'T WAIT TO FINISH GETTING THE REST OF MY SUPPLIES, SO I CAN START ! THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO !!!
What oil do you put on your leather? My understanding is that it's not good to oil it (something to do with encouraging breakdown) but wax and heat so that the wax soaks in. I may have this wrong. Tell me if I do, guys. Also, btw, stitch groove for belt loop is a must.
All the steps are right and in the right order.
But there are a couple of quality issues in some of your steps.
When you are using the belt sander, dont use so much pressure. Several spots on all 3 sheaths have burn Mark's on the edge where you sanded.
This shows through after dye and looks terrible. Nice gentle pressure prevents that.
I'm also not a fan of those Eco Flo water dyes. But that's a personal choice so I cant fault that. Feibings Pro dye is my Go-To for all my colours. Less streaking and zero bleed out when the leather gets wet.
I've been using Feibing's, and having trouble with color transfer. As in, the dye rubs off and stains light colored knife handle material.
Any solution to fix/avoid this?
@@LastBastian sounds like you're using regular Feibings Leather Dye.
It's an alcohol suspension solution with a powder based colorant.
The Pro Dye from Feibings is an oil based colorant and should not transfer out after its dried.
@@ryanmcewen415 Thanks, I'll have to give it a try!
Beautiful Craftsmanship!! (Knives and sheaths). Thanks for sharing this
Great job, well explained. Thanks for sharing Dustin.
What was the oz of the veg tan leather that you used in this project. I do enjoy your how to type videos.
Thanks. I am using 7-8oz leather.
Had the same question. Thank you. Maybe next time talk about thickness and why you would pick one over the other for a particular project. And if you picked it because that’s all you had, that’s fine too! Would just be good to know stuff like what the limitations are. What is too thin, and what is too thick.
FIRST COMMENT!!!! Been subscribed to your channel for a while now. Love the work and the videos. A question, why not make a paper/cardboard template first?
Thanks! Glad you’re here. I rarely have made the same knife twice, so each one needs to be custom cut and shaped to its knife.
Beautiful! Something about leather that’s so amazing.
This is best sheath video ive seen so laid back and simple to follow I have been forging for 30 years but always struggled with leather work I’ve completely gone back followed this and sheath looks as good as blades I make
Thank you.
You might wanna use the groover for the belt loop stitches too, those will get the most wear and tear from the fabric of your jeans etc. Also the handle going in and out. My personal preference for the inside of the sheath is to dye them at least one coat and use a finish on the inside to keep the leather from staying moist a long time. For the rest nice work!
When you put the leather away I was like, "Hey this guy uses the same storage system I do! Jam it into whatever space you got!" 😂
😁😂
Love the drill press jig for the hole drilling!!! Excellent!!! This was just so much fantastic information!!! I’m so so happy that I found your video!!!! Should be called Don’t make your first sheath until you’ve watched this video!!! Seriously!!! Excellent information and some beautiful projects that you’ve made here!!!
Thank you for the kind words David.
@@TheArtofCraftsmanship man o man! I’m actually back watching this video again just to look at the railroad spike knife! Talk about an absolutely beautiful piece!!! It’s just fantastic! That’s some just crazy wonderful talent that you have, buddy!!! It’s just absolutely gorgeous!!! Amazing piece of craftsmanship and artwork!!!!
Wow. Real nice end products. They all look great. I loved the step by step process, really helps the new leather-work folks. You have a great delivery and teaching method. Great job!!! Thanks
You forgot something. The stitches inside that hold the belt line should be sunk. Beacuse if they not sunk, the blade can cut them over the years.
I have done that is the past, but I haven’t found that to be an issue with any of the sheaths that I have made without running a groove for them to sit in. I might regret it years down the road, but that might be a good time to make a new sheath. They do tend to loosen up over the years. Thanks for the info👍🏼.
The Art of Craftsmanship I had this problem once. It wasn't a sheath that I made myself. I was out in the woods that day looking for mushrooms and walking down a slippery section. In this section I fall over and land on my knife. The thread broke and I almost lost the knife.
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@@atelierbaumgartner4391maybe it was the shrooms that made you slip and think it was the sheath? 😀
For shaping the leather to the knife, or pistol, I use one knob with axle from a glass, or porcelain door knob set. It's smooth, and you can slide it over the leather, using the axle as a handle, and really get deep pressing of the leather.
Great job. They turned out beautiful. Thank you for sharing
Great instructional! Very professional! Thank you.