Leather Sheath Making - What I've Learned...

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3 жыл бұрын

I've been taking a deep dive into leather work over the past month and, holy cow, I've learned a ton! In this video we'll make a leather knife sheath and go over some of the finer details. If you have some sweet leather working tips, please feel free to drop a comment down below.
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@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

I've learned a ton since making this video! Check out my 2021 Sheath Tutorial here - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/g86GirmUxNjIe3U.html

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@HammerSmashedFace92 3 жыл бұрын

Best “novice” leather working video out there.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! Glad you liked it!

@TheSkearit 3 жыл бұрын

I agree. You're doing a fantastic job on these.

@TheArtofCraftsmanship 3 жыл бұрын

Great job brother, and thanks for the shout out! These both turned out really nice. I recently switched over to using a nail in place of a bit when making the holes. Much better, and gives the leather a chance to close up on the hole, for a better seal. Keep them coming!

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir! I've gotten a ton of good feedback and tips after posting this video. I'm excited for my next sheath(s) for sure! Hows that "journey" knife treating you? I'd love to see your sheath build for that guy.

@donrsanders4772 3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate the way in which you explain your steps. By that I mean you are not rushed or hurried and you seem to explain in detail each step. Thank you

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah, thanks Don. Glad you enjoyed the video!

@patrickcassalman1049 3 жыл бұрын

In the beginning of this video, you stated you are working off the backs of giants. You are my giant man! The level of knowledge you are sharing has guided me and served me well so far in my knife making journey. Thank you! And never stop you are doing something great!

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir! Much appreciated. Trying to learn some new stuff all the time! Leather work is for sure an avenue I need more knowledge!

@crypto_pinto2660 3 жыл бұрын

Great job I've been doing leather work for 8 months now and I think you did a fantastic job

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much sir! Lots to learn over here!

@crypto_pinto2660 3 жыл бұрын

@@RedBeardOps there's always lots to learn there are so many different techniques to achieve similar results. you can be doing leather work for 10 plus years and you're still picking up new techniques. Always learning.

@jonathanmiddleton5261 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for explaining how to thread the stitch and crossing the needles. Great work man.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers sir! Good luck with your projects!

@sudo_nym 3 жыл бұрын

James, you gotta be happy with that! I am impressed by how professional you made it look, despite you stating you’re a novice. Goes to show that if you have interest and perseverance, you can do anything you put your mind to. Great work, mate! 🇬🇧🤜⚡️🤛🇺🇸

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much sir! I hope to refine these sheaths as the months go on. Leather work is harder than I thought it would be!

@FunHobbies225 2 жыл бұрын

came out great these my favorite styles i love the square shape

@daveh777 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the tips! I'm only like two years into it (been making knives with cheesy kydex since 2011), and try to watch all the tutorials and this is a good worth while one. I've been burnishing by hand, and did not even know about some of the products you brought to light. Thank You for making life easier.👍👍👍👍👍👍

@RedBeardOps Ай бұрын

Glad to help!

@tonimoon6346 3 жыл бұрын

Sweet job! Thanx much for taking the time & effort to make this video, very cool. 🤘

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@riceast9054 Жыл бұрын

Really nice product. Love the stiching !!

@RedBeardOps Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@TheMNBlackBear Жыл бұрын

Good work! Beautiful sheaths!

@RedBeardOps Жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@joshuamiller8506 3 жыл бұрын

Hey man. Very excellent work. I look forward to seeing more videos about your skills development with leather work. I learnt a lot from this video. Keep up the good work mate💪💪

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much sir!

@johnnorton7861 3 жыл бұрын

Nice job . Always enjoy your videos.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much sir! Much appreciated!

@KnifeCrazzzzy 2 жыл бұрын

Beautifully done sir! 🔥🙌🏻

@RedBeardOps 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙌

@anthonystrunk5360 3 жыл бұрын

Product looks great..nice work!

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Anthony!

@kevinmurray781 3 жыл бұрын

Great looking sheaths, I learn so much from your videos really gives me inspiration keep up the great work.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@jasonhaines812 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic work it can only get Better

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much sir! I hope so. I've already seen some improvements by implementing some of the feedback in the comment section!

@nateand3 3 жыл бұрын

And it's worth mentioning that, you did a great job on these sheaths

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much sir! Much appreciated.

@whitecaps775 Жыл бұрын

Well done, just starting first leather project and needed your input. Thank you

@RedBeardOps Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped. This is the updated tutorial! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/g86GirmUxNjIe3U.html

@gurvinderkau1e5w18 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful sheath. Nice design👍👍👍👍

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@damionlowther78 3 жыл бұрын

Nicely done. Leather sheath making is my next step as a knife maker. I really enjoy your straight forward approach to videos they are quite informative and easy to follow.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir! Glad you enjoyed this one

@mgannotti Жыл бұрын

Wow! I wish I’d watched this before doing my first couple of sheaths. Excellent video!!!

@RedBeardOps Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Stefanhallusa 3 жыл бұрын

Love this man! Keep up the awesome work!!

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a million Stefan!

@silleywilley 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful work my friend, as usual!!

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir! Leather work is hard!

@glennwidelko Жыл бұрын

Hi … thanks for sharing … excellent leather working skills, stunningly designed and crafted sheaths … and a well done, easy to follow video … thank you!

@RedBeardOps Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@marktabor4415 2 жыл бұрын

Great job, been struggling lately with my leather work, picked up a couple of tips that should help. Thank you

@RedBeardOps 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to help! This is my updated version if you're interested - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/g86GirmUxNjIe3U.html

@eagle21scout 3 жыл бұрын

Great novice work! Thanks for explaining your process/equipment and it appears that there is some really good advice in the comments section.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir! Lots to learn for sure!

@kalelisking 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic work mate! Really...Very informative and being a complete Novice myself you've given me hope that I can possibly complete something as great as these sheathes. Hats off to my friend. Keep up the great work

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment sir! Glad you got something out of this one.

@evloftis4143 3 жыл бұрын

nice job on them bud keep up the good work!

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man, I'll do my best!

@garymyers6128 3 жыл бұрын

Im just getting started to.getting my starter tools Enjoyed your video thanks.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gary! If you haven't seen this one I think you'll like it... It's my best sheath making video - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/g86GirmUxNjIe3U.html

@garyandrews8903 3 жыл бұрын

Great looking sheathes. I have been working with leather off and on for forty years and still learning new tricks every day. I liked using leather strip to determine the width of sheath which is better than my way. I love your videos. keep them coming.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gary! Glad you enjoyed it. I have ton to learn, leather work is hard!

@davebranson4051 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video perfectly timed for me. Keep it up buddy

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it sir! Have a great weekend!

@jesseallison4054 3 жыл бұрын

Those look great man, almost identical to my bushcrafter sheaths. Have a great week!

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! They get the job done for sure! You too!

@earlelzy9975 Жыл бұрын

I am, as you probably are my own worst critic when I make a tiny mistake that no one else will see. Keep going and doing. You're good.

@RedBeardOps Жыл бұрын

Thanks Earl!

@rroberts8501 3 жыл бұрын

Great stuff as always. I'm just now looking seriously at leather sheaths for my knives and of course saw the vids from 'The Art of Craftsmanship'. Love the way you are explaining as you go. Immensely helpful!

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir! Glad you liked it. "The Art of Craftsmanship" rocks

@Jim-fr3gr 3 жыл бұрын

Nice job looks great.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it sir!

@ClenioBuilder 3 жыл бұрын

Nice result.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir!

@colvindl1 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this video.

@RedBeardOps 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@mikemcdonald7441 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful job I like your technique. I’m a novice as well and I may use some of your ideas!

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much sir! Good luck with your build!

@Wengelsworkshop 3 жыл бұрын

They look great! Nice job

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much sir!

@acowboydve 3 жыл бұрын

You did a great job, helped me a lot.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that! Have a great weekend!

@masonwynder9323 3 жыл бұрын

Nice job! I’ve been a professional sheath maker at Schenk Knives in Idaho for a few years now and a few tips I have are 1. Don’t worry about sanding the belt loop a quick burnish and the top coat will take care of that. 2. When sanding the edges I just use 80 grit paper, if it’s giving me trouble while burnishing I’ll use som 220 on the edges. 3. If I want some contrast I’ll use a darker dye on the edges let dry then slick with water then beeswax. I personally really don’t like edge paint it just looks and feels plastic and I don’t really like that for my sheaths. 4. For a finish I love the tan kote from fiebings. Really good job on the sheaths they look awesome!

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a million for your suggestions sir! I will give this a try for sure. I really like the idea of using the black dye on the edge to give it that professional look. Cheers sir!

@masonwynder9323 3 жыл бұрын

Red Beard Ops no problem and one thing that helps with the dye on the edge is use a wool dauber but use a lighter to burn off the fuzz on it so it is just a smooth ball of wool

@kniteprince3798 2 жыл бұрын

I wanted to say thanks, for pointing out mistakes and things you would do differently. My sheath guy decided he cant do it anymore so I guess I am also about to branch out a little..... Again, thanks, heading over to watch the other video!

@RedBeardOps 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@merleswanger5749 Жыл бұрын

Awesome job…..I’ve been trying to up my game doing leather sheaths …….. and your right good quality material make a big difference on final product

@RedBeardOps Жыл бұрын

Right on!

@barnsour Жыл бұрын

Nice job on the sheath. I enjoyed the video.

@RedBeardOps Жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@chrisroosendaal4169 3 жыл бұрын

That looks really nice, well done mate 👌🏽

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris! Glad you liked them.

@j.r.hewitt3753 3 жыл бұрын

Great video!! But for the inside of the sheath I use Gum Tragacanth, and for the outside I use Carnauba Cream, and after all that I may use a little Neats Foot Oil to finish. That's just what I do. The Gum Tragacanth, is a burnishing agent, so I also use it to burnish the edges after I dye them. I've found that the Gum Tragacanth, helps hole the "fuzzies" down. Stay safe, and keep hydrated in this Texas heat!!!

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Very cool thanks for the tips sir! I've heard good things about Gum Tragacanth... going to need to order some!

@averitas9389 Жыл бұрын

Nice work!

@RedBeardOps Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@ryanpearson3337 3 жыл бұрын

You done a hell of a job. I think they look great.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir! Glad you liked it!

@MtnLife-sv9fu 3 жыл бұрын

Nice job, keep on keepin on...

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir!

@evancramp6045 3 жыл бұрын

Really well explained! Thank you

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers sir! Thanks

@davidsims1329 Жыл бұрын

Great job brother

@RedBeardOps Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@charleslamica5123 3 жыл бұрын

As a professional leather worker ( I own Boulder Creek Saddle Shop in Kettle Falls, WA, you can look us up on Facebook), I want to compliment you on your video. Great job! In the video you asked about using an edge coat on your edges. I don't recommend the paint-like edge coats for veg-tan leathers. It gives the edges a plastic appearance that I think looks horrible on a nice leather sheath. Instead, the only thing I use is cordovan oil dye from Fiebings. Use a wool dauber to apply the dye to the edges and then buff it to a polished shine with a coarse cloth or a piece of canvas. I do the same on all our holsters, knife sheaths, and belts.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice Charles! Thanks for the tips. If you liked this one please check out my new on. I think I made some improvements and would be interested in your thoughts - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/g86GirmUxNjIe3U.html

@LetsFigureThisOut 2 жыл бұрын

Good Job on No.1&2. My first sheath was too small for the knife. It's a learning process

@RedBeardOps 2 жыл бұрын

It did take me a while to figure it out. I have a more recent video... I think think I have it down now

@colebaker1702 3 жыл бұрын

I just wanna say that you have been a huge help to start my knife making journey, thank you, keep doing what your doing

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah Cole! Thanks man. Good luck with your builds!

@colebaker1702 3 жыл бұрын

@@RedBeardOps hey thanks for responding, good luck to you my friend.

@ronaldderrez9683 3 жыл бұрын

I'm about to start doing some leatherwork my self. So I'm glad I see some others just starting out it looks great! I did see a video although I have no idea where or who it was but they used a turkey cooker and wax to dip their sheath(and knife) in for protection and keeping the leather looking good

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Very cool! I'm learning that everyone has their own way of finishing leather. Lots of preferences, but I don't think anyone is really "wrong". Cheers man, good luck with your leather!

@cooperwelsh3471 3 жыл бұрын

Job well done 👍

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, sir!

@UTUBELO 3 жыл бұрын

Love the process and end result. Only thing I can add is try putting your contact cement into a small squeeze tip bottle. I use a 1oz ejuice bottle and it holds enough for 3-4 sheaths, plus with the plastic needle tip you can just lay a fine bead along the glue line and then smooth with a brush or just the tip of the bottle. It saves me a bunch of time gluing, especially since we all know how stringy the cement can be coming off the brush. Also helps minimize the fumes coming from an open glue pot, which are supposedly really bad for us. Just a suggestion though.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Good idea sir! Thanks for your comment. I heard they're bad too...

@brodypayne2671 3 жыл бұрын

excellent mate looks good

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Still got a ton to learn, but I think these came out decent.

@mrrustygray 3 жыл бұрын

thank you for the info. Great video.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@HomeWorldDojo 6 ай бұрын

Nice work! Thx

@RedBeardOps 6 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@Handmade7230 3 жыл бұрын

Good job

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Spinningininfinity 3 жыл бұрын

Gotta say that's impressive ‼️

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a million David!

@rustytygart405 11 ай бұрын

Thanx I haven’t made a leather sheath yet I’ve done some kydex but I’m intending on learning all I can before I try

@RedBeardOps 11 ай бұрын

You can do it!

@sandjleather 2 жыл бұрын

After beveling the top of the sheath apply Martin’s mix2020 to edge with a qtip and burnish with canvas. Lightly sand with 600 and then ass dye. Apply more Martins mix2020 and burnish again with canvas. Happy working!

@ianbyron7464 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice video, as usual. When i make leather sheaths, i use a product called Sno Seal; it's a beeswax base that goes on best if you use a heat gun while applying it. I apply it before i do the stitching.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip sir, I'll investigate!

@budgetbushcrafter7414 9 ай бұрын

Great content

@RedBeardOps 9 ай бұрын

Thank you! Cheers

@peterruiz6117 3 жыл бұрын

Great work. I am also starting leather craft. Im trying to make a living, since an accident flushed my work experiences and training. It CAN be fun, and it CAN be fustrating. At least with me, I have to remember the steps, or I mess up big. But, some of my best holsters, for guns, have been terrible....Full of drill and chisel holes, cut down to bare size, and just throw caution away...And it is THAT "just do what YOU want" that works for me. You do great work.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! I'm having a blast learning new things over here!

@jjppres 3 жыл бұрын

I have to tell you for being a novice at leather sheaths, they really came out nice. Look good to me! Kudo's! I've been making leather sheaths for 4 years now (I really dislike kydex ) and all I can tell you is they get better with time. Perfect practice makes perfect leatherwork.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jim! I have a ton to learn... leather work is pretty darn hard once you start looking at it! Have a great weekend!

@barryburas5670 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video by RBO. Wait until you dive off into stamping your leather!!

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much sir! You're right... a whole new frontier!

@MrMarsBlades 3 жыл бұрын

Nine'n' neat, they look great, cheers MMB

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir!

@charlessalser9865 3 жыл бұрын

nice job

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@greasemnky27 Жыл бұрын

Sweet

@CraftingALifeIWant 3 жыл бұрын

You did a great job and your learning curve is fantastic. I have used neatsfoot oil in the past and actually prefer Chelsea leather food. I’ve got a link in my sheath making video over on my channel. Also, I like using beeswax as a burnishing agent and to treat the interior / fuzzy sides of the leather, it heats up easily and absorbs into the leather while tanking down anything. I also dye the edges before I burnish to give them a uniformed look. I’ve occasionally used edge kote, but the finish appears more plastic like than leather.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tips sir! Good advice for sure.

@charlesbugeia7246 2 жыл бұрын

Super ce genre de vidéos et j’aime bien la forme de l’etui

@RedBeardOps 2 жыл бұрын

Merci! Acclamations!

@docgonzo3517 3 жыл бұрын

Came to knife making from leatherwork myself and enjoy your vids, super helpful. If you mean finishing preburnishing at the edge then add a course sandpaper before 600g. I use 220 and then 400 and burnish with powerwheel (walnut ) or Africanblackwood slicker by hand on some (occasionally 0000 or 00000 wirewool for 3d molded shapes with tight contour on edge). If you mean the back of the hide rather than edge then quality hides should be finished to where isn't an issue and if it looks ok but starts getting fuzzy it is likely because it was pasted as some Tandy hides are. I buy specific European tanneries vegtan and dye and final stuff etc myself and the flesh side is always pristine and perfect so needs no work. However when I'd cheaper hides such as what Tandy or other cheaper sources stock it needs work, fine for sheaths but I'd not use on higher end stuff personally. USA sourced I like Hermann Oak and Horween but use English and a couple of Italian tanneries since I'm in Europe and not been stateside for some time. If the back does need work take the heavy fibres off with a head knife. Then you can just paste it yourself to remove the micro fuz or you'll keep bringing new ones up I find on lesser hide thus skive them off and paste better. Use something like bagkote or tankote or equivalent. You could try something like resolene but I dislike the plasticky finish but is not too bad if you cut it 50/50 with water. For burnish mix I use distilled water with a little polish rectified spirit (everclear is basically same) and stick blend pure gum trag powder into it a little at a time until like a stiff gel. Strain any missed globs and use the gel as burnishing mix for edges. Takes elbow grease by hand but it looks as good as the paint like edge finishes but doesn't wear off as easy as them nor chip as it is more flexible and doesn't chip paint like. Apologies for the essay but hopefully it saves you time/work.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Doc, thanks for the detail in your reply. I will take some of your points to heart for sure. Between your feedback and the feedback of others on these sheaths, I can't wait to start my next one! Have a great weekend, sir.

@jameswilkes3186 3 жыл бұрын

Nice work as usual. If I could make one suggestion, maybe using a stitching pony. It helped me a great deal.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed! Thanks James. It would really help for sure.

@w.crumbladesmith5020 3 жыл бұрын

Hand sand then Saddle soap hand burnished with a piece of an old T-shirt works pretty good on the edges for me

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tips sir! Much appreciated!

@pepejuan2924 Жыл бұрын

Looks great, if you’re a novice I’m a caveman when it comes to sheaths but I’m also learning, thanks for posting 👍😁

@RedBeardOps Жыл бұрын

Cheers Juan! Glad you enjoyed the video!

@markfulmer67 3 жыл бұрын

Those sheaths look great! I'm also a novice at leather, one channel that was really helpful for me was Ian Atkinson leodis leather. He's not a knife maker, all leather work and has some good sheath making videos. Also jackloreknives channel I found helpful. Keep up the good work, love the videos! 👍

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah, thanks man. Ian's channel is awesome! So much to learn! Have a great week!

@rickodonnell2243 3 жыл бұрын

Thos look great

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rick! Hopefully I'll get better as I go!

@billclancy4913 3 жыл бұрын

So helpful! I've been working with some leather sheaths, and unhappy with my results.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Man it takes some time to get comfortable with it. At-least it did for me! I'm still working on getting the dimensions all right.

@HonestDoubter 3 жыл бұрын

I commented on your Instagram but I wanted to comment here. Use quick slik on your edges. Once cut. Apply some quick slick. Use 200 grit and sand for maybe 10 seconds. Switch to 400 grit and repeat. Go on one direction at the end of your sanding to lay down the knap of the leather. Repeat at 600 if desired. Then add a little quik silk and and use a bit of canvas to burnish. You should have great results there. Dye and let dry. Add a little bees wax and rub again and you should have a finished and completed edge.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much sir! Since posting this video a few of you pros have reached out with similar advice. I'll be using this method for sure! Thanks for the comment!

@franotoole2702 3 жыл бұрын

Turned out well m8. Your improving alot. Couple of little tips. After your initial edge sand on the grinder, instead of going with fine sandpaper next, wet the edge with watsr, then slick it down, then sand it down with ths 600g. Wet it then slick it again. You can use 1000g then. Now if you want nice dark edges use dye. Dont use edge coat. I tried it once and it was brutal, it chips and cracks alot, not great at all. So i used dye and it was perfect.then you can use either water again or the slick juice or gumtragacanth ontop of the dye and slick it. Always use those slick gums after dying as sometimes the can resisit the dyes. Then slick it down with your slicker. You can also use a piece of burlap or jeans to do a final burnish on it. Youl get almost pefect seamless edges. Just takes practice. Quality leather is always the key, and you have that. As for the stitch, if you want to avoid piercing a stitch, which as you said is dam annoying and incredibly time consuming,put both needles in at the same time, and loop left thread over right needle and right thread over left needle as they emerge from the hole alot easier in the long run..

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the tips sir! I'm getting some dye heading my way for sure for the edges!

@earlelzy9975 Жыл бұрын

To me I think you should do the prep work your way. I in my journey have tried other people's ways until I found what works for me.

@bransonsgeneralstore 3 жыл бұрын

When finishing edges the quality of the leather make more difference than all the sanding you can do. Wickett and craig or Hermann oak are both great tanneries, so you have that right. I only use a 120 grit belt on the sander to grind the edges even with each other along the welt anything finer does not seem to make much difference when I burnish. The parts of the sheath with only a single layer of leather I just edge bevel, dye and then burnish. I like gum tragacanth for burnishing and resolene as a clear coat to seal the leather. I do not like the look of edge coat myself. I have posted a couple of sheath making videos on my channel if you are interested.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips and suggestions, sir! Much appreciated. I'll take a look for sure.

@danpatch4751 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, very good videos

@crypto_pinto2660 3 жыл бұрын

I'm not a fan of edge coding either I tried it on a couple of projects and after doing it the proper way I still don't like it I've seen videos on KZfaq from some pros I don't like their Edge coating either

@walte99 3 жыл бұрын

I use Tan Cote on the inside of the sheath but I don't like it. I may try your method with the exception of using gum tragacanth. I use a Food Saver to wet mold but you have to make sure to use a smooth backing between the sheath and the textured side of the bags. I use edge cote but don't really like it because it paints over the leather. Thinking about using some black dye on the edges.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir! I've been hearing from some pros today about the edges. Many recommend the black dye approach.

@RedBeard_KNT 3 жыл бұрын

New subscriber here. Very good videos

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard! Thank you very much!

@theinfinitetradesman1563 3 жыл бұрын

In my opinion Duracoat works the best for sheaths as an edge coat. For my sheaths as a top finish I started using a thin coat of leather balm and that leaves a very nice and shiny finish after buffing with a microfiber rag. If you dont use edge coat, a little beeswax conditioner like snoseal or obenaufs works awesome for burnishing. Again these are things I have tried that work for me and its my own opinion. Hope it helps. Hit me up on IG if you have any questions.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah man, thanks for the tips and suggestions!

@mehdirezaei1721 2 жыл бұрын

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@RedBeardOps 2 жыл бұрын

خوشحالم که ویدیو را دوست داشتید! به سلامتی

@corbinrowe7578 3 жыл бұрын

Great looking work for a “Novice”....ha Your belt sander will work well on all your edges, use a dremel tool for the tight curves. Dying your edges and rubbing them lightly with a cloth helps lay down the fibers before your final finish. Having sharp edge bevel tool really helps. Look at JH Leather’s uTube channel for a good video on sharpening bevel tools and stitch groove tools. Thanks for the great videos.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips, Corbin!

@codfishknives8526 3 жыл бұрын

Bevel the edges first. Then wet the edge and burnish. That will get rid of fuzzies as well. Or make a power burnisher. Or use a rotary tool with a burnishing bit in i.t

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips sir!

@johnsimpson2704 3 жыл бұрын

Get job for a novice leather worker. I am a leather worker myself and have made several knife sheaths. The key is using good leather. Ok here are some tips for you. 1. Don't use metal hammers on any leather tools. I Cringe when I see this only use rawhide or a poly mallets as it will save the tools for years of use. 2. When doing edge work. Sand down the edges flush and you can start with 120 grit and only go to 320 grit. The you can bevel and like Tokonole for burnishing myself. Also don't use edge paint the suck and can peal off. Tokonole also come in different colours too. White which comes out clear, Brown and Black comes out there respective colours. 3. You can use a V groover for the center cuts for folding. 4. Tandy sells a freehand stitch groover. I use it all the time and it is awesome on grooving out stitch lines after you have pricked your holes. Well that is some of the tips that I personally do good job and good luck with your projects. Also check out Weaver leather element on KZfaq. You can learn a lot about leathercrafting from them.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much John, I'd be curious to see what you thought of my sheath in this build - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/q9l0f8Jyrpe-oYU.html . I think I've made some progress from this "learnings" video. The Paul Long DVD went a long way...

@derphoenizier385 3 жыл бұрын

Wet forming right after glueing up will help. That way your edges/lines/stitiching wont deform that much. So after molding you can refine the profile of your sheath back to your desired shape. Right now the top of your sheath is narrower than the bottom where the tip of your knife is. Thats because of the material around the handle area. Hope you can understand what iam trying to say. Iam no english speaker.

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the information sir! Good tips there

@CraftsmanshipwithAsh 3 жыл бұрын

I would recommend not using edgekote. I dye before slicking. I'll try to do a video on my channel this week of how I do my edges

@RedBeardOps 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir! I've been hearing this advice a lot after putting this video out there! Very good to know! Have a great week :)

@CraftsmanshipwithAsh 3 жыл бұрын

@@RedBeardOps I finally got around to making a video of what I use to dye my edges. Check it out if you have time. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h9V5qdJovZmzg2g.html