DIY Knife Sheath made from PVC

Saving money and the satisfaction that comes from making your own gear is what DIY is all about. In this video I use commonly available PVC pipe to make a sheath for a knife
#diyknifesheath #pvcknifesheath #doityourself

[@shadowulf]

Hey Mark I have a couple tradesman tips for you when working/bending pvc. I've been an electrician for over 35 years, and have hand-formed a few miles of pvc conduit in that time. 1.Cap the ends when heating, helps to trap the heat and become flexible quicker 2. Have a spray bottle of clean water nearby, helps to get the pvc to "set up" quicker by cooling it some 3. Have a piece of wool blanket handy when forming. Even insulated gloves get hot, I use thick cowhide/elkskin gloves with a piece of wool blanket to maneuver the pvc when I'm working with it. The leather will draw some of the heat out, were the wool is an insulator, and is less prone to absorb as much heat.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Excellent suggestions. I really like the wool blanket insulator. Will be giving them all a try next time. Thank you for commenting

[@jasonrustmann9876]

Always nice to see craftsman sharing tips of their trades, I'll be sure to add these tips to what I've learned from this video, cheers fellas.

[@michaelnowak4078]

Great tips, thank you!!!

[@hankyoung9253]

@@MarkYoungBushcraft 9

[@gator8918]

Just an fyi, pvc and Kydex needs to be heated to between 350°F and 370°F to be pliable enough to work with. You can go to 380°F or 390°F for pvc. You can get a Kydex sheet for as little as $5USD and you can make a Kydex press from Dollar Store craft foam or foam gardening knee pads you can get for a couple bucks, two boards and a couple of clamps for about $10USD. It's very basic but will work just fine and you can use it for pvc also. Also if you use a diameter of PVC pipe close to your blade width you can just flatten it without the need for rivets but you need to wrap the blade in a layer or two of painters tape to have enough room for it to not be too tight and get the proper retension . It is much easier to do it that way instead of riveting. You can cut it to shape on the end and incorporate a thumb push and belt loop, all one piece

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Your information is appreciated. The reason I chose PVC is not because it is better than kydex but because kydex is expensive in Canada. Thanks for commenting

[@arithia5874]

If you're not a Boy Scout leader, you really should be. All of your projects are very interesting, fascinating, and fun!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Probably too old to keep up with the kids. Glad you like the videos. Thanks for commenting

[@rhettoracle9679]

Very detailed low cost project! A fine toothed metal cutting blade on a variable speed jig saw at low speed will cut plastics smoothly. The trick is to keep the speed low so plastics don't heat up, letting the blade do the work. Also works for plexiglass. Cheers

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I had thought about using my bandsaw but wanted to do this with more commonly possessed tools. The jigsaw would have been a good choice. I have one but did not think to use it. Thanks for commenting

[@charlesfaulkner8653]

I can always count on learning something from your videos. Thanks for sharing.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

That sir is the best compliment I could receive. Thank you

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

The sheath turned out very functional and quite good looking as well.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Won't win a beauty contest but it is prefect for the knife I made it for. Thanks for commenting Lonnie

[@BOOSTEDLASER]

@@MarkYoungBushcraft WILL IT DULL MODERN SUPER STEELS LIKE S30v?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

@@BOOSTEDLASER Since I don't own any super steels I cannot say for sure. However, if the edge does not touch the sheath when being inserted I would think the opportunity to dull would be reduced. Hope this helps

[@LockBits-ts6eo]

Pretty comprehensive video Buddy, I loved it, thank you very much for the care and attention to detail. 👍

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for commenting

[@arctodussimus6198]

One thing I found out when working with old sewer pipe, be sure to wash it very well. When heating it up, it tends to smell like crap, literally 😳😆 Great video! I just finished my second pvc sheath. I did learn a couple of things that I wasn’t doing which will make it much better on my next one. Love the tip on the rivets 👍🏻👍🏻

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

LOL... I hear what you are saying. I bought a new length of pipe to avoid that issue. Thanks for commenting

[@benthere8051]

That's very well done, Mark. PVC is a very inexpensive material and it works and forms so well. I've seen several projects made with PVC, with amazing results. People make very good bows, quivers, sheaths for knives and axes, and all kinds of containers for hydroponic gardening. The techniques you've shown us here could be used in any of those applications. I do think a good heat gun is a great tool to have around for many uses. The schedule 20 pipe is still plenty sturdy and is easier to form and cut and only half as thick. And PVC cement is an excellent option for attachment, but not as secure as your rivets. Great video - thanks very much.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Had not considered the PVC cement but if it worked it would make a good option. Thanks for commenting Jim

[@malnatt1715]

👏👏👏Bravo e grazie Mark,propio quello che stavo cercando, ne ho visti altri, ma non fatti bene come il tuo👍stavo cercando bastoni da camminata ed ho trovato anche foderi in pvc🥇🥈due su due bingo🏆hai un NUOVO ISCRITTO 🔔ATTIVATA stammi bene😉👣🐾

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Sono contento che sia stato utile. Grazie per aver commentato

[@markcummings6856]

Awesome idea/project. Thanks

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for commenting

[@stephenpina100]

nice and easy DIY tutorial. Thank you very much

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

You are welcome 😊 Thanks for commenting

[@thaddeusmikolajczyk9055]

Excellent dyi project thanks for sharing.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you liked the video. Thanks for commenting

[@Cabreraipolen]

Muchas gracias. Su ejemplo es muy interesante. Que tenga un buen dia Amigo.!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Me alegro de que hayas disfrutado del video. Gracias por comentar

[@cmac1100]

This is a cool idea Mark. Thanks for sharing!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for commenting

[@ajablades9524]

Thanks for the sharing.I also did the pvc projects but yours is much more detailed in explanation and gave me a lot of ideas to improve my sheath. Thanks again. 🙏🙏

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for commenting

[@felixchin1438]

I learn alot from watching your video. Your explanation was spot on Everytime. You were meticulous but not to the point of being overbearing. In conclusion I give you 7 stars for this entire presentation. I like the way you merge the two thickness to create a solid effect, beautifully done. Keep up the good work. Chin. Malaysia

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for commenting

[@georgethomson8595]

Hi Mark. I wasn't sure how using PVC would work but it looks like a great idea for an inexpensive replacement sheath. Thanks!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Right on. Using PVC is all about saving money and making something functional. Thanks for commenting

[@barneygo2010]

Canadian Tire is the truth... ha ha ha ha Greetings and Blessings from Georgian Bay, ON. I’m a pancake (versus Taco style) kind of sheath moulding dude. Ever worked with the 1/16” PVC Grey coloured vent pipe? Like you, I used 2” pipe that rolls open to 2” give or take. Have made a few sheaths these days. Thanks for the DIY; budget sensitive approach. Now to work on Ferro rod holders. Thanks for all the new ideas you passed on. Even if I have built a few sheaths and masks for axes, I always learn new things from you. Cheers and Blessings!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Hello from the East Coast. I have not tried the 1/16" PVC. I may for a future project. Something between the two I am using would be good. Thanks for commenting

[@RICH21716]

Great video, I love the detail explanations for each step. Used this video as a reference to make a PVC sheath for a Fiskars hatchet today.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for commenting

[@donlute3444]

I've use the drain pipe for under the sink. Its thin and does a good job.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Right on. What ever works. Thanks for commenting

[@benkay1026]

Thank you. Thank you so much.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

You're very welcome! Thanks for commenting

[@AlbertobetoMendez]

Excelente trabajo y explicacion maestro. Saludos cordiales desde Buenos Aires Argentina!!!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thank you for your kind words

[@samuelthecalled6899]

This is one of the best videos I've seen on youtube. This is high quality video effort. Your sheath looks amazing. I want to do the same thing but make a fire striker rod sleeve and flashlight sleeve then attach it to my .45 pistol holster. Woodsman bundle! Much thanks from America.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you found the video helpful. Thanks for commenting

[@kevin6030]

Great video. Very informative. Thanks Alot.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for commenting

[@21Dmachine]

Thanks for your videos, I always appreciate your clear and well thought out explanations.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you like them! Thanks for commenting

[@sosteve9113]

Nicely done ,ideal when you don't have a sheat to protect your knife

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Not the prettiest sheath but very functional. Thanks for commenting Steve

[@thodoriskonomos9880]

Very good job 👌👍 thank you

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for commenting

[@mike_outdoors4918]

Another really great project Mark, thanks 👍🙂

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you liked the video. Thanks for commenting

[@nelackey]

Very informative. Thanks for sharing this, Mark.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you found the video helpful. Thanks for commenting

[@pacediver2594]

Great demonstration well explained

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you liked the video. Thanks for commenting

[@11ccom]

Good info.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for commenting

[@RaindanceBushcraft]

Well, I loved that.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thank you Jesse. It was a fun project.

[@borneoagathis5920]

Thanks for sharing! It's something that i'm looking forward to do for a long time. Greetings from Sabah.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you found the video helpful. Thanks for commenting

[@michaelnowak4078]

Great idea, I have the same knife and I'll try to make this.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Right on. Let me know how it works out for you. Thanks for commenting

[@garywhelansr5602]

Looks great n a nice beefy knife for the cost..

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

The knife is a great value. They saved money on the sheath😅. Thanks for commenting

[@newlife155]

Hello Mark, Love this project, 2 things , it sure looks to me that you would be able to slide a belt through the loop to wear the knife horizontal, and the sewer pipe band could carry a small sharpener like a mini DMT diamond grit.. along with a (as Mors used to say) a steel match,( ferro rod)..be well..

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Merry Christmas John. I missed mentioning the ferro-rod loop and had forgotten about the horizontal carry although it was in my mind when I came up with the design. Lots of possibilities with this design for sure. Thanks for commenting

[@nmr6988]

this is VERY cool. i like your new intro picture with Ruby.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you liked it. If you look closely you can see the picture in a frame behind me. Thanks for commenting

[@tharindug20]

Very good.explain properly👍thank you💐

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Welcome 😊 Thanks for commenting

[@prinsnalawansa8870]

Nice job ,,,Thanks!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@robertjackson325]

Very nice, well made, and good video, thankyou

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for commenting

[@UuddlerLeRoyBaStart]

Hey!! I did the same thing with the Harbor Freight "Survival/ Hunting" knife. Around $8 (U.S.). I wanted to see if I could break it.... Nope. I did modify it before I beat on it. Batoning fatwood. Ive gone through 4 or 5 pine stumps. Still going strong. And I also found another one at the local Goodwill. I got that one for $5. They're the hollow handle type. I epoxied the blades in and replaced the pins with pieces of drill bits. And the handles I stuffed with cotton balls. Because theres a compass in there. Cotton can be used for tinder, or anything.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I think too much emphasis has been put on expensive and custom knives. There are some good cheap knives out there as well. Thanks for commenting

[@pauldelaney6380]

Excellent job on this video Mark, it was very helpful.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for commenting

[@actonjonathan27]

Nice video man, genius. I was looking for a good idea like this!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you found the video of value. Let me know if you build a sheath. Thanks for commenting

[@terryw.milburn8565]

Great How-2 there, Mark. You & Gina Have A Merry Christmas & Happy 2020 ! ATB T God Bless

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thank you Terry. Merry Christmas to you as well

[@tombeckett4340]

Good job thanks 🇨🇦👍

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Most welcome. Thanks for commenting

[@JohnTarbox]

Another great project. I particularly love how you were able to take a low-cost item and improve it! Curious as to how this knife from Canadian Tire compares to a Mora Companion?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Hey John. Glad you liked the video. The two knives are not really in the same class. Even the cheapest Mora is made from either 12c27 stainless steel of their version of 1095 carbon steel. This is a beast by comparison. The Mora, to me is more of a finesse knife. They would compliment each other as two good budget knives. Thanks for commenting

[@shawnpepin7890]

love the knife.. picked up 4 of these at my local crappy tire for 6 bucks on clearance.. been looking for a good sheath alternative because these knives are too cheap to buy nice kydex or leather .. old milk bottles should do the trick

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Let me know how you make out with the milk bottles. I have tried heat shaping them but they loose their shape fairly quickly. Maybe if I just made a simple pouch sheath it would have been better. Thanks for commenting

[@HomeAbroad68]

hi mark, how about leaving enough space at the spine between the two pvc's to hold a ferro rod? it wouldn't have to be a perfect fit, if your rod has a length of bungee cord it would hold itself tight against the thick pvc. nice vid as always. neil

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Great idea. In fact, I thought about that as I was working on the sheath and forgot to mention it. It would be an easy addition to this project. Thanks for commenting

[@brucematys8597]

Great video Mark. I picked up that knife at Canadian Tire last year for $9.99 and am going to make one those sheath as I agree the one that came with it is crap. I find the knife is a good value when you get it for the sale price but wouldn't pay full price for it. Cheers my friend!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I agree about waiting till the knife goes on sale. If one is patient, everything eventually goes on sale at Canadian Tire😉. Thanks for commenting

[@randylewis3080]

Belt strap rivets were wrong side out. Its nit-picking but gives a smoother look when knife is out. Nice design looks great.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Oops. I didn't even notice. Thanks for commenting

[@sirdee9607]

Nice Project

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thank you my friend

[@avinashkushwaha03]

👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thanks for commenting

[@ventsolaire]

Like a charm.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Very easy to make and works great. Thanks for commenting

[@thememorablenovelist5876]

this is a genius.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for commenting

[@rayslez8455]

Excellent

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thanks for commenting

[@fred7705]

Hi Mark! Great project and vid. Hope you re going well. I experimented with central vacuum pipe and it does the job very well. Bnq pipe is quite thick. You should try it out.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you liked the video. I will take a look at the BNQ pipe as well. Thanks for commenting

[@fred7705]

Mark Young try the central vacuum pipe light maleable and cheap

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

@@fred7705 that is what I am using. I referred to is as in-house vacuum piping instead of central vac

[@stocktonphil5766]

Hi Mark new sub here. Thanks for sharing your hobby. I love to see your channel grow. Stay safe and follow your desire.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thanks for the sub!. Glad you like my video. Thanks for commenting

[@LaursOutdoors]

I've been eyeing that Outbound knife for awhile, to use as a beater...nice project Mark, I may just give this one a go if I do purchase one. How has the use of it been for you? :)

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Hey Laurence. I don't think you can go wrong with this knife. Especially when it is on sale. I have done some winter survival teaching for a friend of mine and we have six of these for use by the students. No damage to mine and no damage to the student knives. It is not as refined as the Triple X Bushman but is a great user. Thanks for commenting

[@alanhoytakabudgetbushcraft2280]

heat them 1st and you can make your cuts with a razor knife which also means no mess

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Great suggestion. I have not done that but it makes sense that it would work. Thanks for commenting

[@philliplabuschagne5508]

Thank you, have exactly the same problem. Bought a inexpensive kife, knife hold up but sheath is that same stupid nylon. The stitching came undone, droped the knife a few times already because of the stupid sheath. Was looking for a leather replacement but not going to pay more for a leather sheath than the knife. Will give it a go tomorrow. Thank you. God bless 🙏

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you like the video. I hope it works out for you. Thanks for commenting

[@tooterplumber1128]

ABS piping is a little tougher than PVC. And normally be found at a camper trailer place.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Yes, much heavier. Thanks for commenting

[@archietraynor8934]

Very nice

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thanks for commenting

[@steamboatmodel]

Looking at the sheath at first I thought the second band of pvc was a second pocket for a ferrocenium rod. a good design.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

It could easily have been modified to accept a ferro-rod. I should have mentioned it. Thanks for commenting

[@MrBearbait75]

Can you explain how you flatened the pvc at 22:10 compared to a few seconds earlier on the video? How did you get it so flat? That is the area that I keep having trouble with. Thank you for making this with such great details and explanations!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Truly, it is a matter or re-heating and applying enough pressure until you are satisficed with its shape. In this case, I likely (can't remember for sure) re-heated and flattened it again after I cut the curved shape from the rectangle. You may find you have to do it a few times to get it where you want it. Hope this helps

[@dark96744]

Is the process the same for a Bowie knife?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Depends on the knife but I would say yes. Thanks for commenting

[@senerbilici7421]

hi uncle mark. everyone wrote something. Nothing much to say, just a big thank you. 🙂👍🏻

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I always appreciate you saying hi😊

[@senerbilici7421]

We are grateful for sharing your experiences with us. thanks again.🙋🏻‍♂️

[@ifishjgja8414]

can I use pvc sheets, is it different from pvc pipes/tubes?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I am not familiar with PVC sheets but they should work for this if the thickness is what you want for the project. Thanks for commenting

[@windwolf3758]

Just curious. Why couldn't you just make one sheath out of the thicker PVC and forego the second outer support sheath?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Absolutely could do that. The reason I went this way was weight and degree of challenge to cut, heat and mold the heavier PVC. If you can find PVC between the heavy and light as I have it would be ideal. Thanks for commenting

[@garyestrada7362]

Without much talking, i can make a pvc sheath in 10 minutes.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Good for you

[@tsteel80]

Do you take requests?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

What do you have in mind?

[@HaJoSchatz]

Mark, kind of very loosely related: "batoning around the house". Have you ever tried one of those with a cordless drill: s.aliexpress.com/YVBrMfaI I have stopped batoning kindling since I have this toy. It's just so much faster and easier.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

That is a cool tool. I may buy one just to try out. Thanks

[@goatwhsprr]

2 ads now for all tubes

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

at least

[@goatman1313]

U soulds like saul goodmans brother off better call saul

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I guess I can take that as a compliment

[@user-gj6lg4ko6y]

Pvc smoke will kill you.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thanks for commenting

[@mossbergchrome5384]

WHY NOT USE SCREW RIVITS

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Yes, that is an option. Thanks for commenting

[@SuperDonald64]

Why r Amerucans obsessed with batonning never do it waste of knife edge sharpenes

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I am Canadian and batonning does not harm the edge