Crafting a Leather Ferro Rod Holder.

In this video we craft a leather holder for a Light My Fire ferro rod. There are many ways in which you can make them. This is an easy way, which can be done with minimal tools. Thanks for watching.
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[@richhoule3462]

I can't say enough good things about this video! It has taught me many things and clarified a few others. Thank you!! Once I get the proper tools my work will improve immensely. Excellent teacher. If you wanted to film this in your house, we wouldn't mind. That was a long time in the cold. All the best!!

[@jarredpiri9166]

i like that ferro rod also the holder for ferro rod...hope can get that next time/in the future maybe..lol

[@althiel01]

Ah, exactly the kind of video I was looking for! 😊 Thank you 👍

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Vojta, many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. It is great to hear from you. I hope you enjoyed the video and perhaps make one yourself :) All the best, Mark :)

[@althiel01]

Hey there Mark. It was my pleasure 🙂 You bet I'm going to try my hand at this...I found making firesteel handles from interesting wood quite enjoyable, so I have a couple of them now just waiting for holders to live in. After all, this will turn them to being a nice presents to give out to friends. And seeing it done is way better than reading and theorizing about it, so thank you for making the video 😊

[@us24575]

Well done - looks professional.

[@markbailey2981]

Hi G P, many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment 👍. Once you have made one or two, they are quite easy to make. Plus they are a handy to thing to have, especially if you have no loop on a knife sheath. Have a great week ahead..... stay safe, all the best, Mark 😀.

[@NorthwalesBushcrafters]

Cracking job Mark I’ve never done my own leather work before but the way you showed it here makes me want to try Thanks for showing us 👍

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Northwales Bushcrafter, many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment :) You should give it a try sometime. It is one of those skills that is soon picked up. Once you have mastered the basics, you can pretty much make whatever you need. A nice relaxing pastime, certainly for this time of the year. Have a great day, all the best, Mark :)

[@NorthwalesBushcrafters]

Mark Bailey cheers I’m sure this could be my next pass time in the woods along with my spoon carving 👍

[@buzzandselunsupervised649]

Great video. I will make this. A cracking gift for my mate. Love the Chris Bennington look 👍👍👍Really appreciate the fact you did this, thank you! Cheers Sel

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Sel, I hope you are keeping well mate. Yeah, they will make a great gift and quite easy to do once you know the sequence. When I first started I would end up gluing something or tap holes in something, then realise that I should of done something else before. Then end up starting again lol. Thanks again Sel, have a great day my friend, all the best, Mark. :)

[@howardgreen9718]

Mate that was the best demonstration and explanation I have ever seen and the first one that hasn’t left me with questions. The camera angles were excellent and editing is seamless. It looked like it was a bit nippy too thanks Mark 👍👍👍

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Howard, I'm glad you found the video useful :) Yeah I wanted a clear, dry day so that the tools and leather wouldn't get wet. But it meant it was cold. I might do a few more leather videos if people find like them. Thanks again Howard. All the best, Mark. :)

[@joshbabb7470]

Great video Mark. I've seen McQ Bushcraft Carry it for many years now and it looks like a useful leather craft to have. Especially if you don't have a ferro rod holders on the side of your knife sheath and you want the ferro rod on your person. It looks stunning my friend. Very neat and clean. Thanks for the video. - Josh

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Josh, many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Yeah, that was the reason I made one. I had that knife from Ben Orford and it didn't have a loop on the sheath. Plus I take it when I use my bushcraft black. Again there is no loop on that sheath. I've seen Mikes, they are stunning. Looking at his website I think he sells them with a rod for about £100. A bit to pricey for me. But I'm sure with the work he puts into them, they are worth every penny. Thanks again Josh, have a great week, all the best, Mark.

[@keytoadventure54]

Really appreciate this video! Thanks for sharing your craft. I may try my hand at this.

[@markbailey2981]

Your more than welcome Jay, thank you for watching and taking the time to comment, All the best, Mark. :)

[@davidharvey5672]

Good video mate thanks. Handy skill for sure.

[@markbailey2981]

Hi David, many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Have a great day, all the best, Mark.

[@Critical-thinker85]

Hi mark I have received the leatherwork you sent me and it is very well made, I'm really impressed with it thanks again and keep the videos coming mate. All the best chris

[@alphapatriot8405]

Thnxs for uploading and sharing

[@markbailey2981]

Many thanks for watching Alpha Patriot 👍. Have a great week, all the best, Mark.

[@Mbkgaz]

thanks for another interesting video Mark, the ferro rod holders look great...i only recently discovered your channel but im so glad i did...i always look forward to your videos now. keep up the good work and thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@markbailey2981]

Hi MbKgaz, many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Have a great day mate, all the best, Mark. :)

[@KevinCar-jx1jw]

Awesome videos an channel.glad I found your channel.

[@markbailey2981]

Hi, The Way It Is Bushcraft, many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. All the best, Mark. :)

[@alanpounds2660]

I really like the explanation on the leathers. Brave man making it outdoors, good though. I’ll definitely be having a go at making one myself so well done for putting this up. I presume that elastics is available on Amazon? Really enjoying your vids so keep em coming please.

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Alan, sorry for the late reply. Many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Yes, you can get the elastic off either eBay or amazon. Leather lace also makes a nice alternative, but the elastic is easier as you don't need a cord lock to retain it in the holder. Thanks again, all the best, Mark :)

[@Critical-thinker85]

Ur leather work is coming on really nicely mark, u should start selling some of your work buddy

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Chris, many thanks for watching mate. Yeah, it's coming along slowly. I have just made a few and I was thinking about putting them on eBay when I get time. Thanks again Chris, have a great day, Mark. :)

[@Critical-thinker85]

I'm after a leather shoulder guard for a hultafors classic hunting axe if u ever get time mate

[@markbailey2981]

I should be able to do that for you mate. I have got a classic hunters axe I can use as a form. What colour are looking for? I have got brown and black in 3mm veg tan. Thanks, Mark.

[@MrRealdealdd]

Good evening mate I didn't know you was into leather craft. Nice work chap

[@markbailey2981]

Evening mate, I hope all is well :) Yeah, I started doing a bit last year. I enjoy making the odd small things I can't seem to find or one off things. Still plenty of practice required, but I'm slowly finding it. Thanks for watching Dave, have a great weekend, all the best. :)

[@MrRealdealdd]

Mark Bailey I did a couple of course last year with Paul dore bushcraft and bought my own gear. But was packed away when some family moved in but now the house is all ours again the kit can come out again 😁

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Dave, yeah I think I have seen some of Paul's work, he makes some nice looking gear. I know the feeling mate. I'm in the same boat, but the other way around. I had a couple of spare rooms that I used to use. One for fly tying and keeping my rods in for work, and another for general kit storage. But after moving back home to help look after my stepdad, I have to keep things packed up and pull them out as and when. If your ever making anything to sell, please let me know. Have a great day mate, all the best, Mark. :)

[@MrRealdealdd]

Mark Bailey you too bud and will do. Time to do some chores In the rain/snow lol 🤔

[@markbailey2981]

Don't be working too hard :) The weather is a bit grim down here too. I've just had a quick walk through the woods. Not the nicest of days. Speak soon mate.... take care :)

[@Critical-thinker85]

Which ever looks best with the colour that the sheath is buddy. Cheers

[@stevenwoody1629]

All I can say is AWESOME! Mark, I think your fantastic mate. I always look forward to your videos and your content, always enjoyable, entertaining & informative! I'm fascinated with leather craft and you have definitely inspired me to have a go. Thankyou for your creativity, I would love one of your pieces. Could you make one that could also hold a small UK legal folding knife? That could be belt or neck carry? Keep up the great work, take care & stay safe out there!!!

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Wandering Woody, many thanks for watching and for the kind words, it is very much appreciated. I'm glad that you like the videos :) My skill levels aren't at the point of making knife sheaths at the moment. I made a quick one for my Victoriniox Farmer that I carry, but the end result wasn't that great to be honest. It is all new to me at the moment. I've only been doing it for about 8 months so still making rookie mistakes lol. When the time comes that I am happy with the end result, I will be more than happy to help you out and make a sheath for you. If you want to email at [e-mail] I have got a spare ferro rod holder I can send you. I don't want anything for it, it can be a gift. It is only a small one for a light my fire sized rod, but its your if it is any good for you. All the best, Mark.

[@reidycruise]

Very interesting buddy 👍going to have to get some leather tools now 🙂

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Reidy thanks for watching mate. If look on amazon you can pick sets up for about £20.00. Have a great day, all the best, Mark.

[@kleinagangsta5102]

Very nice stuff Mark! Enjoy your vids =) Regards from Berlin

[@markbailey2981]

Hi KG, I hope you are keeping well my friend. Many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. All the very best, Mark. :)

[@edyvanea]

Hi Mark. Nice to see you! Sry I got here a bit late... I've been thinking about making these myself, but I never got to actually acquiring the tools needed. I've seen some beginners leather work kits on amazon but they are and look a bit cheap... I'm really liking the ones you are making, and yes I have seen similar before :) Anyway thanks for the inspiration and I might make some as well, who knows. As always, great content and I hope you are keeping well brother, take care!

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Ed, I hope you are keeping well brother. Yeah I've seen loads of different types knocking about. I came across something similar at the bushcraft show last year and people wanted up to £60 each for them. I thought it was cheaper to buy a few tools and the leather and make it myself. I started off with one of the kits. I paid about £35 for it and I probably use half of what came. Some i binned, but the edge tool, the groover and stitch irons I kept as they can be quite pricey to buy individually. I didn't want to spend a lot on it. But overtime I ended up buying bits here and there and the set soon build up. In my humble opinion a decant awl is worth its weight. Thanks again Ed, have a great day mate, all the best, Mark. :)

[@IsleofWightBushcraft]

Very interesting to watch mark

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Shane, I hope you are keeping well. Many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Loved your last vid on Dartmoor, very well made. Thanks again mate, all the best, Mark.

[@jasonvassallo6677]

Nice job! Looks like a nice project to do. I may have to try it. I have a 1/2 inch ferro rod I like to get one for. Can I buy one if I decide not to make it myself?

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Jason, many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Yeah sure. If you don't make one, I have got a couple made for an 1/2" rod. I've got a black holder with tan stitching and a brown holder with orange stitching (the one in the video near the end). I will hopefully be getting some more leather next week, so if you want a different coloured thread I can make you one when it comes. My email address is [e-mail] if you need to contact me. Thanks again Jason, all the best, Mark.

[@nathanaeldesmedt686]

You are personally one of my favorite KZbinrs .. very detailed filming and information. Makes a leather project like this look so easy while in fact i struggled making mine (I used 1mm leather .. stupid me .. ). If you would be selling them .. do you have an idea of the price? ps. an outdoor cooking series would be nice as well :p

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Nathanael many thanks for watching and for the kind words, They are very much appreciated :) If I was selling them, I would keep the price down to a minimum. I suppose the small LMF sized holder would be about £10.00 (not sure how much that is in euros) and the larger ones I would sell for about £20. That would just cover the cost of the leather and a bit for the time. Good call on doing an outdoor cooking series. I'm not the best cook in the kitchen at home, but I will defiantly see what I can do in the neat future. Thanks again Nathanael, all the best, Mark. :)

[@nathanaeldesmedt686]

Oh i would love that ferro rod holder btw !! Well i bought some chinese firesteels and they have other sizes ... Is it possible to make custom holders depending on the size of it ? :) ps. great prizes !! I'll measure them up :D

[@markbailey2981]

No problem Nathanael, I will get it sent over to you. If you can email me you postal address again please I have just checked my old emails and I can't scroll down that far for some reason. My email is [e-mail] Yeah, I could make you one to fit as long as I had the measurements. Or the best thing to do would be to send me a rod, so I can make it to the rod itself. Thanks again, all the best, Mark.

[@kirkmillerBO84]

Excellent work

[@markbailey2981]

Thanks Kirk :) I hope you are keeping well. All the best, Mark.

[@fog360]

Wow beautiful work , something I would love to be able to make , great channel new sub here , found you through Shane channel

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Fog, many thanks for watching and for the sub, it is very much appreciated :) Yeah, I find the holders come in handy. They look like they could be difficult to make, but if I can make them anyone can. I have just subbed to your channel too, it looks like you have some great content, so I'm looking forward to getting stuck in and watching. Have a great weekend and thanks again, all the best, Mark.

[@billyjoedenny]

very nice work , thanks for the tutorial .. ..bill

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Bill, many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Have a great day, all the best, Mark. :)

[@shaundawson1389]

Cheers Mark for another great video have got web address where you get your leather from please mate

[@markbailey2981]

I sure do Shaun. Here is the link to Kathy's website www.artisanleather.co.uk/ They provide an excellent service and everything you order is with you the next day.

[@vvsbygg]

Thaks for the idea. But i did own design with a neck holder and i put Titanium needle and stick to it. I wish i could show the picture.

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Janko, many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment :) That is the beauty of leather work. Once you have the skills, it is good to try other ways and change designs to suit your needs. I used to make a few neck holders my self. I made them as prizes for a giveaway. Yes it is a shame I can't see the one you made. I always looking at different things for inspiration. Have a great day, all the best, Mark :)

[@Stu_Gilbert]

Dam it to late lol 😂, where would u recommend getting some leather from mark 👍 great work mate

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Stu, I hope you are keeping well mate. I get mine from www.artisanleather.co.uk/ I have just had a delivery this morning from them. I said I would let you know when it came. They are a nice company to deal with and its always here next day if they have it in stock. That's my day sorted. I'll probably make a few more myself :) Have a great day mate, all the best, Mark. :)

[@Stu_Gilbert]

Cheers mark I’ll take a look, cheers for the reply mate hope you have a nice weekend 👍. Stu

[@markbailey2981]

Your welcome Stu, you have a nice weekend too mate. :)

[@feanorfingolfin7414]

What's a ferro rod is that what you use to start a fire?

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Feanor, yes a ferro rod is what you use to start a fire. As you scrape it, it creates a shower of sparks that will ignite the tinder. Thanks for watching, all the best, Mark :)

[@spider5001]

Hey friend. Great work ! Send me that rod holder! 😩🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Spider I hope you are keeping well my friend. Man you missed out. Only by about 9 hours. If you email me your postal address at [e-mail] I will see what I can do. Only because it's you bro ;)

[@markbailey2981]

Yeah I have got one here. I've just had to check. It was a spare from the last giveaway. It's black with tan stitching, but the same size for a LMF rod. So if you can email me your address, I will gladly get it sent over to you. All the best, Mark. :)

[@spider5001]

Mark Bailey wow for real?😀 You know I’m in the states right?

[@markbailey2981]

Yeah. I can do that for you mate. Don't worry about being in the states. Most of my subscriber are. That's why I have never got any money lol. If you can let me know your address by tomorrow, I will post it out on Sat for you. Thanks again bro, all the best, Mark. :)

[@Critical-thinker85]

I think the brown would be best mark

[@markbailey2981]

No problem Chris I can do that for you mate. If you can drop me an email at [e-mail] with your postal address, I will send the rod holder over from the video and then we can arrange getting the axe collar made and sent to you as well. Cheers, Mark :)

[@Critical-thinker85]

Much appreciated mark your a legend. Cheers mate