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Old 06-03-2013, 07:36 PM
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Knife and Sheath #2

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Here is knife and sheath number 2. I learned a lot from my first pair and incorporated my lessons learned into this pair. Also all of the great advice I got from the folks here is reflected in this pair. Thanks. Any and all comments will be appreciated.

Steel = 1084, Scales are made from red palm
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Old 06-03-2013, 07:55 PM
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Looks like a very nice job to me!


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Old 06-03-2013, 08:29 PM
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Agreed! Kudos, filework also looks really nice for just starting. One thing to consider (and this is just complete personal preference) is coloring the sheath, for me I think a little dye really adds that touch to leather, I'm not a fan of the natural color. But you did a great job on it, and if you do decide to start using dye I would suggest trying using an airbrush to apply it, I've started doing that and I will never go back, it creates a fantastically even finish.
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Old 06-03-2013, 09:33 PM
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Air brush is a nice idea, I might try that. I've always maintained a large container full of the dye mix I use which is mostly Neatsfoot Oil, dye, and a little bee's wax. I soak the whole sheath. That way, I get a significant amount of waterproofing inside and out, an even dye job, and I know the dye won't rub off ....


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Ya, I thought of the idea a little while ago and tried it, it's really nice with the lighter browns, you don't get those darker lines where it gets applied multiple times. You just have do a couple coats because it doesn't apply it as heavy so to make sure you get good penetration and depth. You also can do evenly fades and such. fun to play with.
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Knew I bought that air brush for something....nuther round-2-it project. Have been using foam chunks to apply to dampened leather for years, but still get the occasional streaking. Have to give it a try.


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Looks good, but it's hard to tell what it looks like overall. I completely understand that angle to show off the nice filework, but I would like to see the grind and overall shape a little better. Looks like really nice work.
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On the sheath. If you fold the belt loop over forwards instead of over the back you will not see the rough inside of the leather, rather the smooth outside. End the loop just low enough on the front inside the sheath that you ill not see it.

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I can't really tell but is there a leather welt between the front and the back of the sheath on the edge side where they are sewn together? If not you need to rip the sheath apart and glue one in or the blade will eventually cut through the stitches and someone could get hurt or the knife lost. From what I can see of the knife it looks real good. The sewing job on the sheath looks real good but I do agree about the staining, it does add something.

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Looks good, but it's hard to tell what it looks like overall. I completely understand that angle to show off the nice filework, but I would like to see the grind and overall shape a little better. Looks like really nice work.
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On the sheath. If you fold the belt loop over forwards instead of over the back you will not see the rough inside of the leather, rather the smooth outside. End the loop just low enough on the front inside the sheath that you ill not see it.

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Why didn't I think of that? I will definitely give that a try next time. Thank you


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I can't really tell but is there a leather welt between the front and the back of the sheath on the edge side where they are sewn together? If not you need to rip the sheath apart and glue one in or the blade will eventually cut through the stitches and someone could get hurt or the knife lost. From what I can see of the knife it looks real good. The sewing job on the sheath looks real good but I do agree about the staining, it does add something.

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Thanks Doug, it does have a good welt in this sheath, learned my lesson last time.


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Thank you all for the comments and suggestions.


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Old 06-08-2013, 09:06 AM
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The knife looks great, well done. With a few leather tools, you will make a sheath with the same quality and finish as your knife. I find that the leatherwork is just as enjoyable as making the knife. I would suggest using an oil based dye if you are going to add some color to the leather. It seems to apply better than water based dyes. I'm looking forward to see your next knife and sheath.
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Glad to hear it, I didn't remember the last time. It would have been a shame to have to tare apart a nice looking sheath.

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