Making a leather knife sheath tutorial

This is my process of making a leather knife sheath using vegetable tanned leather.
If you have any questions on making your knife sheath please drop it in the comments below.
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Have you seen my work here? chartermade_leather_studio
The stitching irons I used:
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[@grayadventures5885]

All the instructors are great, but that first instructor with Sam in the pool is incredible! I’ve watched this twice now. Once a few weeks ago and again today are doing AIDA 1. I am hooked. Can’t wait for AIDA 2!! 🧜🏼‍♂️

[@prodagousa1234]

One of the nicest guys I've ever seen making a tutorial he seems like he really cares about teaching you and the absolute best sheath tutorial I've ever seen

[@brandonminer749]

...And three hours later, I have a beatiful sheath for my work knife... Thank you! I'd never done this before; 1st leather project!

[@nathanhare7555]

One of the best knife sheath tutorials I’ve seen Really appreciate your craftsmanship Cheers

[@CHARTERMADE]

wow, thank you and so glad it was helpful. regards Terrick

[@hsevuktekin]

I agree.

[@markg8972]

yea agree

[@tonyneil2391]

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[@ManSha108]

Nathan Hare damn you right man

[@j.r.tidwell3318]

Brother you make it look easy. I’ve watched this video 4 times and learn something every dang time. Got to give you a thumbs up. Thank you

[@bazlur-Vancouver]

You made many nice tools. They are expensive, but It takes a long time to make any good tool. First I made a knife sheath with an awl and Olfa cutter and simile wax thread from Tandy shop. when I entered 20 years ago in Tandy shop and I hooked up doing the leather craft, mostly for my own use. I like the knife making and due to lack of working facilities could not do, but make knife handles sometimes. Now I do fine woodcrafts( small items) and make some money and keep busy myself. You have nice videos. Just watching one by one. People learn whole life from others experiences. KZbin helps a lot and people don't need to special schools to learn craft works.

[@frttrf]

Yup, I have searching for weeks to find somebody that I can understand the process. You are the guy. Simple yet very detailed.

[@Rsama60]

I like that you show how to design the sheath for the knife, method, mesures. Yes there are different ways, always good to see how others makers do it.

[@jacobkeller29]

I like the bees wax for edges, haven’t seen that trick before

[@O.A.K]

btw, his accent makes it seem like he is saying "mulls" but he means "mil's" which is short for millimetre (mm)

[@jamesthe-doctor8981]

Thanks for the clarification. I had guessed that's what he meant, but it's good to know for certain.

[@Studioscribble]

What accent is it? I can't quite place it

[@johngalv9288]

@@Studioscribble I'm pretty sure he is in South Africa? I think.

[@JustinTopp]

I heard moles and was thinking chemistry and was really confused at first before I realized he meant mils haha. Moles in chemistry for those who don’t know is the mass of substance containing the same number of fundamental units as there are atoms in exactly 12.000 g of 12C.

[@theeasternfront6436]

Thats what I thought he was saying but thank you for conformation.

[@Killerclown667]

Just found your channel. 👍. I’ve completed making my first knife and will be gifting it to my Grandson. I’m going to use your video to help me make the sheath. Great upload, thank you. 👍👍👍

[@EKYBaptist]

Much appreciated video presentation! Helped me build my first sheath!

[@CHARTERMADE]

So good to hear, glad it was helpful. Regards Terrick

[@24934637]

For me, THIS whole thing isn't what I signed up for LOL. I got into knifemaking because I REALLY enjoy metal working, the whole feel of steel and the processes involved in making it from a raw material into a piece of functional art. I don't have the same passion for leather, but it IS without ANY doubt part of the whole 'skillset' needed. No one wants a knife without a sheath (Except kitchen knives), so it's something that I'm going to HAVE to learn, and learn to love. Excellent vid, thank You!

[@24934637]

@@gustingdis To be fair, I prefer making a sheath from leather instead of Kydex!

[@michellepainter4971]

My husband and I really enjoy your videos and are learning how to do this while watching. You do such nice work 😊

[@pc-arrow6538]

I have watched a few videos on making sheaths but I followed his instructions and got the nicest sheath I have ever made. Fantastic.

[@jedijoelam]

I have been wanting to make my own knife sheaths for a long time since there aren't many left-handed options out there. Finally decided to take action. Found your video and immediately ordered some supplies. Great tutorial by the way. Thank you.

[@stonedape3285]

How is it going man?

[@jedijoelam]

@@stonedape3285 Ended up making two functional Mora sheaths. Have yet to make a third after moving back to my home country.

[@stonedape3285]

@@jedijoelam nice keep it up

[@HighDesertAdventurer]

As you were showing your burnish tool I was thinking I could make one on my lathe. And then you show one on your lathe. Glad to see it works.

[@mattridlen]

Thank you for making this video I followed your instructions to make my first knife sheath and was happy with the results

[@cedrics1220]

Amazing Video!!! One of the best leather knife sheath making videos in all of KZbin!

[@PapaBearCustomKydex2021]

A pleasure watching you work!

[@trekk-n-guidedieoutdoorpro3644]

Best introduction I have ever seen in a complete film. So many details and so much knowledge in so few words. I love it! And great to see somebody showing and teaching others with so much care and love to his handcraft...Great job! Thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge and experience

[@davebradshaw2537]

Thanks for such a clear and concise video. Now I have a good idea of how to proceed with a project of my own. Nice knife and sheath btw.

[@allanlavallee7171]

I have made several passable sheaths in the past but thanks to your video I have now made a very nice one to compliment the bushcraft knife I just made for my grandson. Excellent video.

[@b2bogster]

Thank you!!! You are a great teacher. I needed a sheath for a knife I made and your video was great!.

[@leatherheadgarage7821]

Amazing craftsman I just got into leather working and am grateful for your videos. I will be watching over and over Thank you

[@olekaarvaag9405]

I have been making knives for a while now, but my sheaths are worse than crap. I have always struggled with getting a good paper template from the knife. I'll try this way of doing it now and see how it goes.

[@cajunpipesmoker1519]

What a craftsman!!! Awesome work and awesome instruction!

[@BeauOwens]

This had the instructions for making a sheath pattern that I’ve been needing to see. Thanks!

[@amberschroeder2351]

You hit every question I had about the pattern and construction. Very well executed tutorial.

[@edw745]

Thank you very much. I really enjoy seeing your craftsmanship. I am new to working with leather and your instructions are very informative.

[@mightyewok802]

Thank you. This was very helpful. A craftsman at heart.

[@martinelliott]

Great tutorial. I love your hand made tools as well. Thank you

[@philliphill4763]

Great teaching method & good sheath design. Thank you, for making a terrific vid!!!

[@anthonymoat8]

I really enjoyed the tutorial and will be referring back to it when i am making a sheath. One thing that would help me, is more detail on the tools being used. It was good at the end with the thread etc. This would really help me, being a beginner

[@graemeball9389]

I just followed your tut step by step and made an amazing knife sheath for a knife I made the other day. Thank you so much

[@gtcam723]

This has me considering making an open pouch belt slot style sheath for my Leatherman Wave as well as fire starter, screwdriver extension, and inserts.

[@JohnDoe-pv2iu]

I just wanted to tell you that you are a fine craftsman. I know this is an older video but I just came across it. Great video and Thank you for the tips. John

[@CHARTERMADE]

Thanks for your message, much appreciated

[@slolojr1]

Thank you for this great video! Great explanation on the details many don’t mention, like distance from edge for sewing relative to thread size, distance over to account for leather thickness, etc... Hardly if ever mentioned in other videos and those are the types of details that are very helpful for someone like me who is just starting. Thank you also for sharing your knowledge and passing along your skill set to others, very inspirational to watch.

[@CHARTERMADE]

Thanks for your comment and Im very glad the video has been helpful to you. Regards Terrick

[@kensmapleleafretirement]

Making my first knife sheath so I stopped in for some tricks and tips. Wonderful job, Thank you....

[@matts2588]

You make it look enjoyable and doable! I like it! Good job!

[@michael3573]

I just finished my first knife. I’ll be using your tutorial to make a sheath. Thank you.

[@diggie9598]

Awesome job! Your passiom and skills are absolutely admireable. Learnt a lot, thank you!

[@grahamjamieson7752]

Awesome work mate, thanks for the clear and no nonsense commentary

[@klopman1]

thank you for a clear explanation. going to try it out on my first leathersheath.

[@cheapshotmike1091]

first sheath making video I've watched... just started making knives, and want to make the sheathes as well... thanks for the help

[@geoffreyboyling615]

Great Stuff! So far when I have made that style of sheath I have included a 'tail' to form the belt loop; but I can see that having a separate piece for the belt loop makes the sheath easier to cut out, and probably saves on leather. I'll try your style for my next sheath. Thanks

[@belicosesavage]

Thank you for sharing your wisdom and skill with us if you ever want some wood art or a sign let me know.

[@andrewmundenandcadfellmast4624]

All true mate. I first started making timber pens 15 years ago, as a hobby. Made a bullet pen out of a couple of used 7.62 shells for myself and a few mates from work wanted one. My wife suggested I should star selling them, which I did, as a bit of a laugh, but I thought it would never be a long term thing. At last count, I think weve made about 20 thousand of the. Still amazes me!

[@TheKateniz]

What firms the sheath around thr handle vs the blade? Is it just that snug of a fit that it naturally takes the shape or must you wet, mold it around the knife, and let dry to get that fit?

[@ryanlindsay9576]

Great tutorial i learned a lot thankyou for taking the time

[@Zer0_Cool69]

I really like your videos they are so helpful. Thanks

[@cliffordjohnsen3053]

Thanks for the great tutorial! I made my first knife sheath and it turned out better than I expected!!!

[@mikaelsaaf6719]

A really great video!! Can't wait to make a sheath to the knife I made for my son now 😃👍👍👍

[@lesliewatts2878]

Excellent, excellent, excellent ! Thanks a lot. (Gatineau, Quebec, CANADA)

[@madhatter785]

Thank you so much! I am going to go make something beautiful with your help and make money tooo! When we share abundance with one another everything gets better.

[@deasasso6731]

Fabulous! Especially for beginners!

[@keithsorensen7208]

Great explaining of project. I have done leather work for years, but not a sheath. It will be used for a knife made from a file and a deer antler handle,

[@rockytopwrangler2069]

Very nice sheath..enjoy watching quality craftsmanship in process....work such as this could last a lifetime....

[@CHARTERMADE]

Thanks

[@mattoliver9068]

Thanks for sharing. I'm a knife maker and want to start doing my own sheaths and you video was excellent!

[@CHARTERMADE]

So glad it was helpful to you

[@krznarbmx]

Great video. How 90 people could dislike this I have no idea. Thanks mate.

[@sarahgrech8916]

This was so helpful, thank you. My dad bas recently taken up knife making as hobby and has crafted 2 beautiful knives for me. I can’t wait to make some sheaths for them too!

[@madmacoutdoorsmcpherson1187]

Thank you for making this video, beautiful sheath.

[@focadacian4120]

Nice knife :D , also the sheath is very nice. Thank you for the skill sharing!

[@Bootes1]

Thank you for the great video. That's just what I needed and I certainly learned a lot, I am going to try to make a sheath for my Mora, so will watch this again while making.

[@hanslain9729]

Generous of you to share this knowledge. I've made a few axe masks... ready to try a sheath. Thanks!

[@CHARTERMADE]

My pleasure, good luck on your sheath

[@robertgolden1080]

Outstanding video. Thanks for the instructions.

[@Anderson-HandForged]

thanks so much for this video im new to bladesmithing and i need all the help im can get yhis is one of the best tutorials ive seen so far cheers from CT Mark :)

[@CHARTERMADE]

Enjoy learning your new craft, glad the video was helpful. Regards Terrick

[@plakor6133]

Like the sound of creaking leather as you are working.

[@nunolopes68]

Fantastic video. What a great tutorial. Thank you very much.

[@FilWMedia]

Just started out learning leather craft. Thanks for the info.

[@randygwheeler]

You give great instructions and it is helping me with my stitching and leather work

[@CHARTERMADE]

Glad they are helpful to you

[@CHARTERMADE]

Glad the videos have been helpful to you Randy

[@suehearon4877]

Nice explanation for making this.

[@nathanbrigham2502]

Great stuff ... recently got in to leather work and made some wallets and my wife a handbag Will be giving this a go on the weekend

[@CHARTERMADE]

Have fun with the making ;)

[@stevet5238]

Very very good information and well made video

[@johnstewart8573]

You do beautiful work. Thanks.

[@clintonminer7636]

Fantastic. Just what I was looking for!!!

[@brianmul1]

Brilliant tutorial.

[@AmiteshVirdi]

Beautiful work

[@GarlicMonoxide]

You're a boss. Great video and great work. Love it.

[@charliedurham1954]

Great video,thanks for sharing your skills and talents. Always great to see a professional at work,you make it look so easy!

[@CHARTERMADE]

Thanks for your message and compliment. Glad you found the video helpful

[@danielsimpson2494]

That video was awesome, great content, great work, thank you for sharing.

[@Mactheknifeify]

Brilliant video helped out a bucket load.

[@CHARTERMADE]

Glad it was helpful

[@devildogsbushcraft7898]

Oh my God, thanks for that tutorial. I'm preparing to do my first ever knife sheath. I bought a Patrick Henry Bowie knife; no sheath. So I will make one. My leather work kit consists of some needles, leather pricks, awl, and my first ever stitching pony. Wish me luck. LOL.

[@LionheartSJZ]

Thank you for the tutorial! I have trouble getting the handle part right. How do you calculate the space for the girth of the handle when you draw the outline?

[@Elslemmo]

Thank you for sharing :D I've had a serious hard time drawing a sheath. This made it so much easier

[@blaine1124]

Great video very informative and interesting!!!!

[@VictorRodriguez-rd5xl]

Very helpful with all your teaching...thank you 😀. You got a new subscriber..awesome

[@lonelyyeti1292]

You can actually “break it in” as you are making it. If you lightly soak it it water before glueing. You can slip in the knife. And mold it around the knife. Which “breaks it In”

[@redbeardsknives3278]

fantastic! i'm planning on using the information i learned here to start making some for myself.

[@smedjalobacken]

Beautiful work😊

[@johannsmit3411]

Great video. As a beginner I am sure to follow future video's.

[@cheaneysaddles]

Looks like you get good clean cuts on your wooden bench top. Great tips in the video.

[@therealblurrybarber]

I wish I had a shop to make my own tools like that. I don't have the tools to make my own tools hahaha. I love that round knife you're using. I assume you made that yourself. Very nice. I would love some hand forged knives for my leather work. I just don't want to pay the hand forged knife price. Again... I wish I had the means to make my own like that. I know making knives is a whole other sport then making leather. Or even that beveler that you made from a piston. Making a quality knife takes some serious skill and in most cases, proper tools. Or at least a forge. Ppl have been making knives with fire and a hammer for centuries. But with today's steel, you really do need a forge to heat your steel

[@lswen7737]

excellent tutorial video. Thanks for doing this.

[@thebearsden1701]

Learnt more then any other vid... .2 thumbs up !!!

[@BigRigOutdoors]

Thanks for making this video, I'm looking at getting into knife making as a hobby. Great video!!👍👍

[@douglasbutler5195]

Very good I will try my hand at this very soon most. Informative thank you

[@paulg2056]

Fantastic! Absolutely brilliant work.

[@CHARTERMADE]

Thanks so much, regards Terrick

[@CHARTERMADE]

Thank you

[@WebBelief]

Great presentation style and pace, fantastic content. Subscribed!

[@neilboyes8766]

Excellent tutorial. I learned a lot and will try this project for sure. Thank you.

[@drumdog53]

inspiring and very informative, nice work