How I Made this Sheath (and Almost Ruined It) with Will Stelter

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2 жыл бұрын

@WillStelterbladesmith made a trip north to my shop, armed with knives and dad jokes, to build the perfect leather sheath for his personal "truck knife". I can't think of a more perfect project to try out the Damascus round knife he made for me. There were some bumps along the way as we made the sheath, but I hope he'll enjoy the finished product as he straps it to his hip and scampers about it in the rattlesnake-infested mountains of Montana.
You'll see me using an UNBELIEVABLE 100-layer Damascus round knife that Will made for me, and I think you'll love his video where he shows the process of making this very knife! • Making the Worlds Nice... I think you'll like his other videos as well-- he's a talented guy and a downright good man. Huge thanks to Will for being too nice to say no when I asked him to film some footage of the process! He did a beautiful job.
Will's KZfaq channel: / @willstelterbladesmith
Will on Instagram: / will_stelter
Some tools and supplies I used in this video (affiliate links):
Sinabroks pricking irons: bit.ly/3swAqF4
Wool daubers: bit.ly/3g6aEmF
Fiebings pro dye: bit.ly/3iNwugB
Acrylic resolene (sealant): bit.ly/2Uh3IeK
Line 20 snap: bit.ly/3sg3XTY
Setter for these snaps: bit.ly/3ANMgyh
Thanks for watching-- hope you enjoy this one as much as we enjoyed making it!
Tanner

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@cap2c484 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, what a beautiful finished product. I love that there are still people out there that care enough about quality and attention to detail to devote themselves to creating works of art like this.

@wilsonrawlin8547 2 жыл бұрын

This video truly shows the amount of detail and craftsmanship that goes into making a custom sheath. Beautiful work!

@andrewhall495 Ай бұрын

I was lucky enough to see both the knife and sheath in person last summer and both have held up really well! Excellent work by both makers!

@dsleathercraft 2 жыл бұрын

Love the sheath. looks fantastic. Thanks for all our videos. so so helpful

@josiahrobinson52 2 жыл бұрын

That sheath turned out beautiful, Tanner! So cool to see both this video as well as Will’s. What I love most about this video was how you showed your problem solving skills and the process of fixing any mishaps. To me, that feels more valuable to learn from than most typical tutorials!

@ClaridgeLeather 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Josiah! I think that’s the thing (the mishaps) that I enjoy about other people’s videos too! I appreciate you watching and thank you for the kind words!

@rickjwilliams 2 жыл бұрын

I always like watching a video were a person pays so much to detail in what they are doing! NICE WORK!

@user-td6fb1tg1y 7 ай бұрын

I like how you listed the tools you used in the video, it's very helpful especially for beginners. Thanks for the video!

@TheLivingBlobfish 2 жыл бұрын

Such Beautiful craftsmanship! It's truly inspiring!

@susantipsyhealy7655 2 жыл бұрын

I made a sheath that ended up really thick and I pre punched the holes in the areas the thickest. Assembly was fun, lining up those holes. You do beautiful work. And the young knife maker , Will, does the same. Gorgeous.

@robthewaywardwoodworker9956 2 жыл бұрын

Sheath turned out to be a great compliment to the beautiful knife. Well done to both of you.

@ReadyUpGo 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work. Until people try to work leather they don’t know how much skill and care it takes, partly because you make it look so easy! Great vid and thank you for including your young apprentice. Makes my morning.

@grahamjamieson7752 2 жыл бұрын

Great to see you guys working together, hopefully you can collaborate on some more projects.

@olafdelke-lejeune6093 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats to a beautiful piece of artisan leatherwork for another beautiful piece of American heritage. First I was shocked when you've been talking about machine stitching. Even your machine knew when to quit. 🤣 seriously, the hand stitching was the peak of craftsmanship to this sheath. Perfectly accomplished. Thanks for sharing. Appreciated the leather soap water tip. Didn't know before. Perfect edges. Cheers from old Germany.

@estebanchiadote.9174 2 жыл бұрын

Will the knife sheath you made is work of art!!..it is pure perfection and beauty!!!👏👏👏👏👍

@joekeffer3520 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Beautiful craftsmanship! Great video. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@themegasexybasterd 2 жыл бұрын

Smokin good job both of u! Keep up the great work. Be safe and kind. Rock On!

@chappedhideleather Жыл бұрын

I just saw this, but SO COOL that you included your little guests. It's wholesome, and inclusive. Not in the over-the-top way, but in a family dynamic way.

@chappedhideleather Жыл бұрын

I also have to ask... did you punch those holes, "Awl" the way through? Har Har.

@kevlarsteiner8978 Жыл бұрын

Nunca había visto unos artesanos tan primorosos como vosotros. Una obra de arte. Gracias por compartir.

@LKS-1976 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely stunning sheath. The knife, especially that round knife are beautiful. Love desert iron wood.

@flatlandwelder 2 жыл бұрын

From an old man that's dabbled in leather for over 40 years, it was good to learn a bit of you skills and methods. Most of my work was holsters for cops that couldn't pay new price. At the start of my carrier, the cops had to supply their own pistols, holsters and bullets. You do superb work. Best to you and yours.

@stoneblue1795 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service, friend. I bet your work was dearly appreciated.

@calvinbass1839 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful work! Thank you for sharing. Have a blessed day.

@jessesaltarelli8652 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos just keep getting better my friend! If I had it my way I would love to see more content like this! You are in your element Tanner.

@leemelbourne3297 2 жыл бұрын

A work of art. Beautiful combination with that knife.

@charlesbolin7249 2 жыл бұрын

Wow that turned out nice. I really like how you showed how things can change over the course of a project, and how to adapt to unexpected obstacles to get the desired outcome. Good lessons to be learned. Nice sense of humor and involving the children in the activities is nice too.

@ClaridgeLeather 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Charles! We had a ton of fun! Thank you for watching!

@kawlni558 Жыл бұрын

Wow... Beautiful work👍👍

@MrSkepticism 2 ай бұрын

Wow that's cool. Leather working is something I didn't realize I wanted to try

@richard_the_lion_farted Жыл бұрын

Not one but TWO craftsmen at the apex of the artisan worl. Great video and truely exceptional workmanship.

@travispadilla3972 2 жыл бұрын

Outstanding I love the sheath the color it's really shiny smooth and that Bowie knife gorgeous

@alvindueck8227 2 жыл бұрын

That's some FINE work you do. That sheath look as good as the knife Will made, and that's one BEAUTIFUL knife.

@davidmerkel1874 2 жыл бұрын

Great craftsmanship, 2 beautiful knives, excellent work

@antbymcnair4297 2 жыл бұрын

That is gorgeous and the pattern on the leather goes nicely with the demascus.

@alfredoverno9674 4 ай бұрын

WOW!!! I just viewed this video, it was a complete pleasure to watch. great video work, a true craftsman. im watching from East Tennessee this afternoon. thank you for sharing and allowing us into your shop. look forward to many more video visits with ya'll. I will check out will's video also. your shop is so clean.

@ShaminMike Жыл бұрын

Beautiful. Great job guys! 👍

@dougjack5775 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work guys! Will, that knife fit my right hand perfectly! Amazing!

@nateand3 2 жыл бұрын

I've watched just about every sheath making video i can find. A lot of really good ones and just as many pitiful ones. This one is really really good man. That's beautiful. Hopefully someday my sheath making attempts will turn out good. And hopefully someday my knives will be as beautiful as Will's.

@ClaridgeLeather 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you again so much, my friend. That means a ton. We had a blast on this one- wish I could have a buddy in the shop for every project!

@nickfranklin1867 2 жыл бұрын

that is an amazing piece of leather work!

@forjanatalense 2 жыл бұрын

Damn that sheath turned out absolutely BEAUTIFULL! You sir, are a real craftsman!

@gall_crafter_works 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing work and fantastic save! Will definitely subscribe to Will's channel. God bless both your gifted hands.

@matthewdomeno7267 2 жыл бұрын

Came out beautifully, nice job.

@indigoglass6638 2 жыл бұрын

Super interesting video. Love it when all the learning moments (some call those mistakes) are included. Your technique for removing a snap was intriguing. Thank you for sharing so much in each video.

@ClaridgeLeather 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome, and thank YOU so much for all your awesome support and encouragement. I appreciate you! Thank you for watching!

@raymondmaclean8486 2 жыл бұрын

@@ClaridgeLeather Wow, that is a very interesting snap removal technique, looks like it beats trying to drill it out. Did you just use a standard stone wheel on the rotary tool?

@JorgeVelazquez09 2 жыл бұрын

WOW, mind blown, excellent recovery on the stitching! Beautiful finish, complements the knife perfectly, big and BOLD! Respect!

@ClaridgeLeather 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jorge! That means so much! It was an awesome project with Will- so glad we could do it!

@mrbakerskatz 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I found your channel ! I’m recently disabled and always enjoyed working leather but never had time now well ….. Looking forward to learning your techniques ! Thank you for sharing !

@ClaridgeLeather 2 жыл бұрын

So glad you’re here! I am sorry to hear about your recent change in health. Please let me know if you have questions as you get going in the craft!

@silverbullet7434 2 жыл бұрын

Great looking knives and sheath it turned out super.

@patbarrett9263 2 жыл бұрын

beautiful. thanks for taking us along.

@ClaridgeLeather 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for joining us, Pat! 😀

@tylervanorman492 2 жыл бұрын

Subscription added, another great channel to show my kids to work with their hands. Thx guys!!

@MorgwarnLeatherworks 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. I already used saddle soap for my burnishing, but I have been using the glycerin bar and water. I may try the can variety as that will be less messy. I also like the dilution of the resolene as that seems to soak into the leather better and not sit on the top so much. Thanks for the video! Loved watching Will and Alec, now I have a new channel to watch!

@bumstudios8817 2 жыл бұрын

I like how you “pretended” the sewing machine wouldn’t work so you could keep the knife... well played sir.

@recordergirl2020 3 ай бұрын

Gorgeous!

@wataboutya9310 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful work there you all!

@ClaridgeLeather 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🙏🏼

@NLSkooch 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful!

@capoteandoeltemporalbrico 2 жыл бұрын

Gran cuchillo y gran funda, una joya en conjunto !!👌😃👍

@miguelpimentel8539 Жыл бұрын

Great project and awesome build

@davidsims1329 Жыл бұрын

He did great work my friend from one leather crafter to another. I probably could do is go to you, but that’s OK too but I love the rhetoric between you and your friend. He does great work on example and his knives are beautiful. You’re lucky to have that kind of a friend around.

@Voyagersk9 2 жыл бұрын

Such a cool video! Great job Tanner and Will!

@ClaridgeLeather 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Tim! I appreciate it, buddy!

@doctor_joao 2 жыл бұрын

Very well done. Big hug.

@samuellipscomb8173 2 жыл бұрын

Man you put in on that one. Excellent work.

@redstone71 2 жыл бұрын

2 needle saddle stich . . . that is never getting old.

@johnearhart8811 7 ай бұрын

Excellent. Enjoyed the video.

@izabelderonde3455 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Really enjoyed this video. Long time ago I have made a sheet... one for my grandpa's scythe (together with my friend @Mo Customs)

@jimade679 2 жыл бұрын

I have been making Knife sheets similar to yours, I love to backpack and I like to have a belt loop that hangs down lower when carrying my knife. I had to stich mine by hand also, and made the strap going around the handle, with a snap, but having the decorative parts of the handle showing. I enjoy your craftsmanship. Jim from Missouri

@stevequigley7104 2 ай бұрын

Lovely!

@larrykoroush6995 Жыл бұрын

Very informative video. Beautiful sheath and knife. I learned some things. Thank you

@ulrichbetke6750 2 жыл бұрын

fantastic job done - really enjoyed and admired how you did this sheath

@ClaridgeLeather 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Ulrich!

@smilingdog54 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful sheath!

@jamiemundy2724 2 жыл бұрын

That is gorgeous piece

@mrbigheart Жыл бұрын

really awesome stuff!

@jeffbuller6708 2 жыл бұрын

Followed Will over here. Subbed for the awesome leather working!

@juanluisgarciafernandez2613 2 жыл бұрын

Gracias por esta aportación sobre guarnicionería, saludos desde Madrid, España Thanks for this contribution on saddlery, greetings from Madrid, Spain

@danielirvine7468 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing work this turned out great

@Batolocor22 2 жыл бұрын

Great job 👏

@christopherfisher128 2 жыл бұрын

No sarcasm; nice recovery. Been doing leather work for awhile and having an error like that in front of people can throw your stride. You backed up, solved it, and made it great. Thanks for sharing the burnishing tips as well. The only thing I'd add is a couple of Rivets at the mouth of the sheath where that 7/8" leather is. Not only will it reinforce the stitching but you could match the color of the leather/snap.

@JeremyTakody Жыл бұрын

Incredible! So much attention to detail! :)

@leemichel8199 8 ай бұрын

Great build btw God bless you and your family.. Lee

@masonschultz315 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing Collab, Good Job

@ClaridgeLeather 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Mason! Such a fun project with Will!

@TheWalkWithAl 2 жыл бұрын

Great looking leather work That’s gonna be awesome holster

@joshford7828 2 жыл бұрын

Superb work

@ClaridgeLeather 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Josh!

@vladimirkovacevic1656 2 жыл бұрын

awesome knife and sheath

@ravin747 Жыл бұрын

Excellent

@dalenielsen7054 2 жыл бұрын

That half round knife is awesome!! Aren’t Sinabroks the best, never thought I’d spend that much on a punch (I have three now) might be the best money I ever spent. The old saying is “buy once cry once” is so true. That being said, whatever the price of the knife and sheath is, it’s worth it! Think of the enjoyment it will bring to several generations! Excellent craftsmanship done on both pieces! Thanks for sharing.

@AdeToz 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, well played sir

@garyhiggins4315 Жыл бұрын

That is what I like to see guys, if it's ugly, do it again!

@jasonkubichek6702 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work Tanner! Will showed me the knife and sheath and both are amazing!

@ClaridgeLeather 2 жыл бұрын

Oh nice! Thanks, buddy! Good to hear from you! 🤜🤛

@Umanoid 2 жыл бұрын

So so so... so beautiful 😍😍😍

@mhking136 2 жыл бұрын

work of art!

@mvx1874 2 жыл бұрын

good stuff guys , yall killin it

@ClaridgeLeather 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 👊🏻

@lakritzpiranha 2 жыл бұрын

THX. I´m about to make a similar sheath for an old Herbertz Ranger II Knife. Sure will use some of the things you showed in this nice video :-) Greetings from Germany (Saarland), rüben

@grazianoangei1731 2 жыл бұрын

Ottimo, gran bel lavoro! Ancora complimenti e che bel laboratorio! Un saluto dall'Italia 👍👍👌👌✋✋

@espadasartesanaismedievais3288 2 жыл бұрын

Parabéns 👏👏👏 Uma obra de arte 👏👏👏👏👏

@virtusleather 2 жыл бұрын

I think its time you went and hammered some hot steel at Will's place Tanner. Awesome video boys!

@to_the_wilderness 2 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous knife!

@christopherpayne6228 2 жыл бұрын

Damn, I can basically smell the leather in this video, especially when you started using the saddle soap! Beautifull work by the way!

@ClaridgeLeather 2 жыл бұрын

Ha ha- yes! Smells so good! 😀 Thanks, Christopher!

@sherwinpalacio3227 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome leather work!

@ClaridgeLeather 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@mohamedzaidi1815 2 жыл бұрын

Very good jobs

@stokermeister3 2 жыл бұрын

Great job making the knife sheath 😎😊

@ClaridgeLeather 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Robert!

@carlosmatias2458 Жыл бұрын

amazing realy amazing tanks ... is beatiful

@thomasbeckett1245 19 күн бұрын

I didn’t just slice the strap on a new knife, I guided the knife in with my finger, and being very sharp, it went into my finger. Being extremely careful is so important! I love leather crafts, but have huge respect for sharp.