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Old 02-02-2013, 10:32 AM
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Bowman, I couldn't agree with you more. Really fun and we are indeed very fortunate to have the kind folks here and this resource to draw from.

Now I'm attempting to make a sheath for one of my throwing hawks.
It has an unusual shape and I'm not sure how to sheath it properly... so it's a fun little challenge.
The sheath won't be for belt carry.... just need to securely protect the blade during transport and storage.
This is the design I came up with so far. The welt outline is drawn in green. Not planning to do a fold-over, instead two pieces this time.
Any suggestions much appreciated before I hack up more of the double-shoulder.


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Old 02-04-2013, 09:58 PM
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I don't see why it wouldn't work...looks pretty good.
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Old 02-05-2013, 04:55 AM
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Welt's the proper approach Chris. Axes get bumped, dropped, bounced around....seems to be in their nature and they will come through a fold over with little or no effort just because of the mass behind the cutting edge.
That design should work very well.
You making your own axes already?


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Old 02-05-2013, 08:09 AM
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That design should work very well.
You making your own axes already?
Thanks! I started working on this sheath last night and should be done today.
Not making my own axes yet.
I have two throwing axes which I've used for several years. They were made by a guy who goes by "Ragnar". The heads are nice and I just replace the hardwood handles when needed. I have a Viking Bearded Axe and Viking Belt Axe so far. He makes many different styles/period correct replicas but I like the Viking replicas since I'm Norwegian.
They didn't come with sheaths and it was always a pain to transport them. I set up targets at my placer mine every year... myself and the guys like tossing. I'll probably pick up a couple more cuz it's so dang fun.
Here's a short clip of me and a couple of the guys throwing them at the mine (I'm the cowpoke wearing green). FUN!



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Old 02-06-2013, 05:11 AM
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Good looking axes. Never got very good at throwing axes, just a good shooter in the Seneca Run BP matches. Did win a few cutting competitions with my Doolittle Double-bitted speed axe back in the college years.
Hey, like the multi tasking......having fun and bustin kindling at the same time!
The mine keeping you in beans?


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Old 02-06-2013, 08:20 PM
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The mine keeping you in beans?
Beans? I get a few good beans ... still need to find that motherlode to get the Bacon.

I went ahead and sheathed both of my hawks. They're snug as a bug in a rug. Nothing fancy, just function. I need to get some stamps and practice.
This leather work is pretty addicting.















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Looking pretty good there Chris. Your work gets better everytime I see it.
Great wintertime work......inside!
Do a bit of digging and panning myself....GA gold and NC corundum (rubies & saphires), plus the occasional emerald from spoils.


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Do a bit of digging and panning myself....GA gold and NC corundum (rubies & saphires), plus the occasional emerald from spoils.
I know you are a bit of a rockhound, we've chatted about that. I'm jealous of your area! Not only good for Gold but even more-so regarding gemstones and other goodies.


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Old 02-08-2013, 06:20 AM
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Most of the areas here, if not all, have been worked very hard, so getting anything decent requires major work and a lot of luck. Still, always fun to play in the dirt and creeks. Little tougher on old bones like mine, I now understand why my Dad liked having us boys around.


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