Braided leather handle wrap on a tomahawk or belt ax

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3 жыл бұрын

This is finishing up a job I am doing for a neighbor. In my last video I made a sheath for this tomahawk. He also wanted me to wrap the handle with leather. I decided to make a braided handle very similar to how whip handles are made. I used oiled leather about 4 ounce in thickness for the lace. This handle is an 8 strand diamond round braid with turks-head knots at each end.
1/2 inch leather lace is available in my Etsy shop: bransonsgeneralstore.etsy.com...
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@dreamcatcher2718 Ай бұрын

Great. Skipped the only part I wanted . To see him start it

@KevinsDisobedience 3 жыл бұрын

Ever since I recently started a channel KZfaq has been recommending smaller channels, which is way cooler than only the huge ones. Anyway, I’m here to try and step up my leather game. Thanks.

@bransonsgeneralstore 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@ebe-hero7052 2 жыл бұрын

Bada Boom that thing looks Gorgeous!

@bransonsgeneralstore 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Thanks for watching!

@vheathen286 3 жыл бұрын

Please do a dedicated video on how you braid. I love the look and would love to do this on my axe.

@bransonsgeneralstore 3 жыл бұрын

I think I might need to make one where I go into more detail about braiding. There has been more interest in this video than I expected.

@Augcliffe 2 жыл бұрын

@@bransonsgeneralstore You literally skipped over the hardest part at 4:10. Really interested in how to do this start to finish.

@bransonsgeneralstore 2 жыл бұрын

I made another video showing different braids. In that video I spent more time explaining a good way to start a braid like this. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mdScqLebspe7mp8.html

@KnotHead1008 11 ай бұрын

The 2 knots are called Spanish Ring Knots. Those knots are part of the Gaucho knot family. Braiders and plaiters use the different braids in the work that’s longer than 1 foot. Check out Mike Hickey Tom Hall braiding here on KZfaq. I’ve studied under him for about 10 yrs and I’ve been a braider/knot Tyler for about 25yrs.

@dtc602 3 жыл бұрын

I guess starting it is a huge how to secret??

@chefboyrdanbh 3 жыл бұрын

Sweet!

@bransonsgeneralstore 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@kevind7617 3 жыл бұрын

Cool video.. I think your Chuck Taylors All Stars would dry faster and quieter if you put a towel in the dryer with them

@romebranson3266 2 жыл бұрын

That was great I always wanted to know how to do that. That’s definitely a 2 handed gig 🤣🤣

@bransonsgeneralstore 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, yeah. Glad you enjoyed it!

@CourtJester1960 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not familiar with this type of work but after watching a similar vid (another channel) then yours I have a suggestion. Perhaps using a contrasting shade of leather it would be easier to see exactly what your doing.

@VS-jq1kz 3 жыл бұрын

you make it look easy, but im going to practice

@bransonsgeneralstore 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, braiding is like many things, practice is important. You can learn about it from books and videos, but you can only learn how to braid by actually trying to braid.

@carlasimon4559 2 жыл бұрын

Thankyou so much

@bransonsgeneralstore 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@kerigregory7664 11 ай бұрын

What is the threading needle your using?

@tammyt.b.1078 2 жыл бұрын

If you were to do that braid and the remove what you braided it around, would it still have firm integrity to use as a purse handle? Thank you.

@bransonsgeneralstore 2 жыл бұрын

An eight strand braid does not work well without a core of some sort inside it. For a purse strap I would use a rope as a core. Another option would be using a four strand braid which does not need a core.

@joshuajonas9356 3 жыл бұрын

Do you offer handle wrapping as a service?

@bransonsgeneralstore 3 жыл бұрын

Not really, I just do a little bit of this on the side and still have a full time job. I currently have all the work I can manage from local sources so I am not taking online commissions.

@ronswanson76 2 жыл бұрын

I'm sure the lighting you have for your work is sufficient, but more is better and close up on that neck would be appreciated. Looks like you are doing great work 👍

@bransonsgeneralstore 2 жыл бұрын

Honored to have you drop by, Mr Swanson! 😂 I've done other braiding videos where I tried to make things easier to see. Try this one: I kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mdScqLebspe7mp8.html

@kerigregory7664 11 ай бұрын

I can't help but say waxed bow string thread would work so much better and be invisible?

@tammybarnes407 Жыл бұрын

Quick question after you tie the leather TOGETHER BUT BEFORE YOU START BRAIDING I AM MISSING WHAT IS DONE. AFTER YOU TIE IT OFF WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP.IF SOMEONE CAN HELP ME THAT WOULD BE APPRECIATED.

@bransonsgeneralstore Жыл бұрын

For an eight strand braid like that I just separate four strands on the left side of the handle and four on the right. As I am separating the strands I usually cross the two strands on the front over each other so they don't leave a gap. Strands should lay out like this ///X\\\ . Then I start braiding.

@bransonsgeneralstore Жыл бұрын

I showed a different way to start an 8 strand braid in this video kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mdScqLebspe7mp8.html

@richardhatt6541 3 жыл бұрын

I wonder how it would look if you split each piece in half again or each half piece to thirds. A little more work but I think it would look great.

@bransonsgeneralstore 3 жыл бұрын

I have done a handle similar to this with a 16 strand braid. Not really much harder to do. Just depends on how you want it to look. Smaller strands are not as durable.

@richardhatt6541 3 жыл бұрын

@@bransonsgeneralstore any pictures?

@bransonsgeneralstore 3 жыл бұрын

Handle on a boarding ax photos.app.goo.gl/RCRY9ZJrwj7pABBu8

@richardhatt6541 3 жыл бұрын

@@bransonsgeneralstore to me that looks better. I make whips so the thinner strands look better.

@chefgelato5332 Жыл бұрын

Who would I take an axe to for this service and how much would it run

@bransonsgeneralstore Жыл бұрын

I really don't know who could do it local to you. I just made the video for people who want to try it themselves.

@beyondlifestyles8434 3 жыл бұрын

Why cut out some of the hardest parts?

@bransonsgeneralstore 3 жыл бұрын

I cannot remember exactly because it has been a while since I filmed this. Usually it is because I am paying attention to what I am working on and forget about where the camera is and those parts are out of frame.

@noodgenoodgerson2660 2 жыл бұрын

Quick 1st question: how do you figure the length of the strips: did you use an equation that included the diameter of the handle at the wrapped angle, the width of the strips, and the length of the area covered? Or, should we simply wrap a similar width around at a similar angle to arrive at a length? A 2nd question: since you are wrapping it onto "a slick plastic handle", would sanding it, to roughen it up, be of benefit, both for the hold of the leather, and the glue? Curious of both, for future reference.... THANKS for your answers... Your project and video are both very inspiring! THANKS for the great tutorial, you did great, why are people SO NEGATIVE??? I encourage you to Ig Nore those who are habitual complainers... It is their pathetic hobby to foist negativity on anyone and everyone possible. Instead of that, you naysayers, why don't we all treat each other kindly, compassionately, and respectfully, as if we are actually trying to become BETTER PEOPLE. (BTW, I like the sound of your sneakers in the drier - very comforting, a familiar homey sound...! Come on, people! Are our tender ears really offended by the sounds of such natural daily tasks... good grief...)

@bransonsgeneralstore 2 жыл бұрын

When I am setting up a braid there is a bit of guess work. I usually find that I need strands that are 1.5 times longer than the braid I want to make. For example 12 inches of braiding would need about 18 inch strands. I would cut strands longer than that just to be sure. This is only a general rule based on having enough strands to cover the entire circumference. I could have covered this handle with only four half inch strands and they would need to be at least twice as long because the angles change and each strand would wrap around the core more times. (Instead of shoes in a dryer I think the noise is from the ice maker in my refrigerator.)

@bransonsgeneralstore 2 жыл бұрын

Roughing a surface may help glue adhere, but not always with some plastics. In my experience the glues I use will not stick well to polyethylene or vinyl even if they are rough. The braiding is held on more by friction where I have both ends bound on with waxed thread. Wraps are usually glued if braiding or knots are tight enough they should stay in place without glue.

@israelmosuela338 Жыл бұрын

Leather grip

@stumpswoodworkingart7510 3 жыл бұрын

why did you skip over the start of it? that is the most important.

@bransonsgeneralstore 3 жыл бұрын

If I remember I did not have any good footage of it. Either I was out of frame or my hands were in the way too much to tell what was going on. I didn't think it was important. On an 8 strand braid I just pull 4 strands to either side and start braiding.

@divinityawaking 2 жыл бұрын

I was hoping each strip was a different color so you can see the the way you do it. Seems like a blur of black to me.

@bransonsgeneralstore 2 жыл бұрын

I did make a video about different patterns of braiding using both brown and black lace. I filmed it with a better camera so it might be helpful. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mdScqLebspe7mp8.html

@AlexAvet53 Жыл бұрын

You need more light body.

@stevejennings899 Жыл бұрын

Nice video but you are working dark leather on a dark shaft with a white cutting board and white hands, the camera will automatically close down because of the glare coming back at it. That in turn means your dark subject materials are rendered even darker. Despite what people have said about the lighting, if you lit the table even brighter thee effect would just get worse as the camera would shut down even more. 'No criticism of your very informative video.

@bransonsgeneralstore Жыл бұрын

I had a very cheap camera when I filmed that video. Since then I have upgraded to a better one and don't have as much problem with lighting.

@Mathius15 5 ай бұрын

You cut out the beginning of the braid.. Like the most important part

@dayna139 18 күн бұрын

Exactly. If you're gonna skip the important part how to start what is the point?

@tempesttree8839 10 ай бұрын

So we ended up with a bull whip handle on an axe.. not particularly your standard issue axe handle wrapping but is pleasing to the eye if nothing else. Although the turks head knots serve a convenient purpose for the project's asthmatics, I'm not a fan of it on an axe handle. Until the leather wears and softens up quite a bit, it's likely to be sliding out of its owners hands frequently.