Knife Sheath of the Ranger

[@christopheraufdengarten1177]

I've been a Boy Scout for many years now, and with that has come the habit of minimizing weight and bulk. So with that said, OH MY LORD this is activating neurons I don't think I've ever used before. Functional, multipurpose, stylish, and full of potential. This is truly one of your best woodcrafting builds, right down to the fact that most of the fancy tools could be replaced with something more basic. A beautiful and complex project that could be replicated by anyone with a little experience.

[@BrandonGracyalny]

Awesome build. I would recommend turning the stone upside down in the sheath when sharpening. This will give you a greater area to hold so you don't accidentally cut your fingers.

[@SkillTree]

HUH! That is a GREAT point!

[@TheLeatherBlacksmith]

Great work! I love the hard work and artistry. Adding a fire striker/flint and whetstone to the scabbard actually has historical precedent, too! A quick note, sheaths are typically soft-cored and flexible, made from leather or textiles, and used for shorter blades. Hard-cored blade holders made from wood or metal are called scabbards, and are usually used for longer blades and swords.

[@SkillTree]

Thanks for the info! I actually never knew the distinction before.

[@DanteOceanstorm]

@@SkillTree I would have done mostly the same thing as you, but I would have simply used a much bigger knife.

[@markfergerson2145]

That seems to be a Western convention. I've seen many blades I'd call knives with wooden, um, wearable storage devices. Very common with kukris and their variants though they often have a leather cover to protect the wood. Granted some kukris are large enough to qualify as short swords, but still.

[@TheLeatherBlacksmith]

@@markfergerson2145 very true! That's why I said typically. I think it mostly comes down to edge protection vs ease of crafting. Wooden scabbards offer more protection for and from the blade, especially for a heavier blade like a kukri or a seax, whereas for something like a small camp knife or everyday utility knife, a wooden scabbard would be impractical, both because a leather sheath is easier to make for something that size and because it's weight doesn't pose a risk of cutting through the leather during normal carry.

[@MechaBorne]

I’d love to see you and Living Anachronism team up with the Safety Third podcast for some larp projects. Can’t even imagine what kind of wild stuff y’all will think of to improve and grow the Larp hobby! Great vid as always!

[@TheStyx13]

Gotta say, it’s always fun to see you….branching out? I’ll see myself out lol

[@SkillTree]

Awwww. Don't leaf. Stick to it and I am sure your comedy will take root in our community quickly....... OK, I will also see myself out...

[@JAB671]

The bone Ferro rod handle looked great. I like to replace the plastic handles on those inexpensive rods (which will often slide off with use, anyway) with a whittled/shaped/smoothed chunk of fatwood (not my original idea). That way, if the situation were dire and I had no other tinder, I could scrape/carve shavings off the handle to use with the Ferro rod to get a fire started. The color of the fatwood looks nice as a handle, as well.

[@danieltaylor5231]

Most people: That's so much storm damage to clean up. Cl3ver: Oh man I can make so much stuff with this!

[@maximusdarja]

The Chinese have been making lamps like that for centuries. There was something very similar in my high school production of Midsummer's Night Dream, but our was larger and made with some sort of nylon. That would have been in 1990. Not sure what makes the technique "hers", but I would be interested in seeing your take and hearing about where you learned this technique from.

[@rosiegomes60]

Was looking for a comment like this. I’m a little confused about it.

[@SeattleJeffin]

Nice rustic project. For safety I would recommend when using the whet stone, pop it out and place it back into the cutout "skill tree" side toward the back and then you can hold your wood while you sharpen your knife. Keeps you from cutting your fingers.

[@Gunn4u]

Dont use your blade on your ferro rod. Instead file a 90 degree flat on the back edge of your knife. It works great and you won’t dull your blade.Great work my friend

[@M4st3r0fN0n3]

He used the ricasso, not the actual edge. Watch closely.

[@Kungfupau]

His blade had a small choi, he didn't use the blade. 😀

[@M4st3r0fN0n3]

@@Kungfupau choil....dammit. Ive forgotten my knife parts lol

[@Gunn4u]

I see that now. Just trying to help a guy out. Im very familiar with knives and just thought I would put that forward for everyone. Thank you for the comment, much appreciated.

[@jaymag87]

I think the high concern is not the dulling of the blade, but the potential of cutting yourself.

[@MushroomMike87]

This is a perfect addition to the Staff of the Wanderer! You can have a seat next to the fire anytime, anywhere! I love it!

[@erikjohnson9703]

wow this may be the most inclusive engineering you have done well done.

[@Valgornify]

Great lil scabbard for sure! Also going above and beyond upon finding out about Little Wing Faerie Art. For any personal additions to this piece id probably try adding a hole behind the knifes resting place to carry a tiny amount of cotton held in with a cork secured via cordage. That way youve got something to strike onto for a quick fire if needed which could be refilled in town or with scraps or clothing if its a prolonged outing.

[@oldwaysrisingfarm]

Cool build, I especially love lacing the leather to the wood. A level-up idea for you--play with some natural sinew. It is applied wet, and once dry shrinks and hardens for some of the most secure lashins you will ever use! I have seated entire knives with the stuff, it is amazing. I would be happy to chat with you about it if interested!

[@Walsfeo]

Neat build! Regarding the fairy lantern, the value is in watching you do the craft and whatnot. (I would have probably watched it no matter what you were crafting that day.) I mean, it's cool you are responsive to an artist, and helping spread the word about her cool creations. I think you'd be legit to repost it sharing her info at the beginning and end of the video, and maybe in the show notes.

[@joshuarogue9345]

One of the things I love about this channel is your ability to make everything have more than one purpose. I also absolutely love when something has multiple uses. I cant believe I am just now finding this channel. You literally make things directly out of my imagination sometimes. (The LARP quiver, I was thinking about that for months then found your vid.)

[@Mark-ki7ic]

Rangers are the first line of defense for Civilization. Good video

[@SkillTree]

I love rangers! It's just fun to poke a little 😜

[@Mark-ki7ic]

The Healer needs a staff, not only to defend herself but to let everyone know where the healer is. A glowing "crystal" at the top would lend a magical flair.

[@ZenithArt07]

God damn, this might be one of the most practical and usable real-life survival tools you've made. Also props for integrating both wood and leather, but also stone (the ferro rod), bone, and of course metal (the knife) in one project. It's a naturalist craftsmen wet dream. Stone, bone, wood, leather and metal. Involved Carving, and Cordage techniques. Just. Damn good job!

[@matthort1719]

This. Is. Awesome!

[@SkillTree]

Glad you liked it!

[@palexanderrice]

Absolutely amazing. I did have two moments of panic but was addressed. Seriously people, bone dust is dangerous. Never ever use your blade to strike a ferocious rod. Like I said, you did address them

[@ronhall1484]

As a guy who works in the automotive industry, May I suggest black gloves. SAS Raven gloves are beyond great. As always, love your videos. Keep it up

[@julianatruite5206]

Great build! Also, I must say these nail designs are super cool.

[@SkillTree]

Thank you! Both the sheath and the nails were super fun to design!

[@nobodxy]

Great work! I would tie the beltloop in with a surgeonsknot "behind" the knife so to speak so that the sheath holds on your belt without the knife being in there. This way you still retain the "loops" function as a strop. And please do not use the edge of your knife as a striker 🙈 it will dull super fast instead try using the spine of the knife ( if it does not work grind down a small portion of it near the handle so that it has a 90° edge

[@krampusklaws2238]

He isn't using the blade to strike, there's a part of the knife by the handle that has no edge, he is using that.

[@Reyn_Roadstorm]

If you go to 2:15, you can see he's actually using that small curved bit just below to edge of the knife. I would agree though that it's still too risky to have the edge to the striker. If it skipped you could end up dragging the edge across potentially chipping it.

[@MechaBorne]

I’d love to see you and Living Anachronism team up with the Safety Third podcast for some larp projects. Can’t even imagine what kind of wild stuff y’all will think of to improve and grow the Larp hobby! Great vid as always!

[@doloressims5677]

Most explicit - nonexplicit episode ever! That is really functional and beautiful.

[@ramshacklewizard]

Worth noting, that ferro rod will dull the crap out of your cutting edge, it's sensible to ensure a 90 degree spine on a part of the knife back for striking ^_^

[@SkillTree]

I was using the finger grove area😁. But I will for sure add a 90 to the back.

[@ramshacklewizard]

@@SkillTree Good call! Having that 90 on the back ALSO makes for easy scraping of fuzzy fine tinder (birch bark scrapings) for the ferro rod, rather than the bigger feathers you'd use the blade for ^_^

[@craigbryant9925]

Ah, the cryptic nail art has returned. I haven't spotted it in a while. Such a cool build and I don't know why that placement of the rod brought me such joy. Once you start with something like this it's so easy to want to add more and more to increase its functionality and end up leaving it clunky and unusable but this just hits the mark.

[@Missyshenanigan88]

Because of your videos, I have been inspired to try leatherworking. With that said, I MAAAAAAY be taking this a bit far by teaching myself first to tan a cow hide..... I just prepped a fresh cowhide this morning

[@samuelrybiak4564]

This looks really cool! I would just note, the back of the blade works just as well as a striker for your ferro rod, rather than the choi(?), and it lets you put your thumb on the side of the blade for extra force, and gives you better control over where the blade is going. Also this way the motion of the blade is perpendicular to the edge of the blade, so if something does happen, the cut isn't as likely to be a really bad one. I would also note that it can be pretty challenging to get those sparks to actually catch, especially for beginners, so make sure to practice a few times before putting yourself in a situation where this is your only source of fire. Figure out the kindling available to you in your area (dead spruce needles and beard lichen in the Canadian Rockies, btu you have to find what you have were you're going to be) and practice arranging it in a way that allows you to get the sparks onto the kindling without knocking around your kindling with the blade of your knife. I'm sure there are as many variations of this as there are people who do it, but I find that building up my kindling on a flat dry log and putting the head of the ferro rod onto the log as well to hold it sturdily, about 3-5mm from your kindling. I just discovered your channel in the last few days, but I'm already a huge fan!

[@M4st3r0fN0n3]

Also, pro tip: When carving into a surface (concavity), flip the chisel so the bevel is toward the surface to be cut. This allows a better angle to flatten the bottom of the slot.

[@BASurvival]

this is such a great project , love the idea of this knife sheath perfect for bushcraft and survival

[@SkillTree]

Thanks! So glad you liked it!

[@bushcrafters3909]

I love it when the builds go towards bushcraft. I agree with the 90° comments regarding striking the ferro rod. Thousands of hours on KZbin regarding exactly that point. I love the build and didn't think it was going anywhere but nice job. Really nice job.

[@DrTurtleBee]

Those extra bits of cordage are also useful for tying off tarps or if you need to tie something to your belt and such. Bits of string and cord are always useful out on adventures.

[@Silverline-lock]

Adding a small spot on the back of the sheath to hold a stick for using a bowdrill to start a fire as an alternative method would be cool. Or possibly under the whetstone in the wood.

[@nevernether3368]

After the flute imma make this this is so useful and badass I love it man The jokes are top teir to

[@rileywilliams2592]

Carrying your knife is call ranger carry. I think the leather store sales stropping compound. It looks really cool.

[@firebrandproductions6040]

Amazing build brother, never thought about making a multi tool sheath. Can't wait for our next build together.

[@Crushanator1]

Having worked with knives and epoxy before, I'd recommend some sort of scoring on one or both sides of the parts that are being attached. Using a triangle or the edge of a file can allow you to score metal like the ferro rod, and it's really easy to freehand some lines into wood with a dremel and one of the spherical shaping tips. They don't have to align or anything really, just some lines in a X or + pattern will prevent the tool from coming loose in the same way that you removed the plastic. This probably isn't a big deal if the plan for the tool is once or twice a year while Larping, but if you were making a survival knife you took out camping like every other weekend it would be worth the extra step. Fantastic job as always! I love the multitool approach of so much that you make

[@OtherThanIntendedPurpose]

you do not want the cavity for the blade to be that tight, or every time you put it in, or remove it, you will be wearing on the fine edge. if you soften the side the edge rides on, so it has 1/64th of an air gap on the leading edge it will protect it better.

[@MichaelBransonCoach]

Great build! A sail needle or 3 would be a great addition. If you replace the leather safety strap with some waxed jute twine, you'd have some tinder as well. I agree with the other comments, file a section of the spine to a sharp 90 degree edge for the ferro rod strike surface. RAHZL LDR?

[@FarmerRiddick]

That 'Multi Tool' sheath build is simply Awesome!

[@scarcosplay]

DUDE! - DUDE - DUDE! THAT IS AN EPIC KNIFE SHEATH! YOU NAILED IT!

[@diii8840]

Perfect, all the essentials and even a little cordage to use in a pinch.

[@Reyn_Roadstorm]

And if it really came down to it, a chunk of wood to start a fire.

[@ericanderson4436]

I knew this was going to be the next build after the knife. A beautiful knife deserves a beautiful sheath. Although the woodworking and addons were a surprise. Good way to deliver our demands while subverting all expectations.

[@LordZiTan]

Fishing line and hooks. Can use the sheath as the reel to wind up cordage instead of killing your hands. Aside from that, awesome build. Thanks for all the hard work

[@ianwalker3144]

Dude!!! I love this build! Thinking of what I would do, I wouldn't add or change a thing. A self contained maintenance kit with the addition of a fire starter? Awesome!

[@luvnotvideos]

Dude, your creativity never ceases to amaze! Truly fun to watch you work. Quick tip from a fellow leather worker - 90% isopropyl alcohol will get the dye off your skin fairly well. It also works well to clean your airbrush and brushes too. For the knife sheath, I would have added a strip of leather to the area where the blade's edge slid into the opening instead of leaving it as wood. This would protect the edge from dulling quite so quickly. For the strop, add some polishing resin to really hone the blade.

[@RogueMandoGaming]

that is a beautiful build and totally something i would wear while bushcrafting

[@SkillTree]

Thank you!

[@mitchel8522]

Wow, that looks real rustic and professional. Your knife also has everything a Ranger would need in the wild. Love it!

[@dontaecamacho5780]

It has a very Indigenous style look to it and it makes my native heart happy

[@dingram1066]

I really like the concept. My question is how much does it weigh if you’re going to be tracking miles and miles day upon day you’re gonna want to try to keep things lightweight. As an old drill, instructor told me ounces equal pounds pounds equal pain.

[@VeeryBird]

You sir, are on a whole other level. And I love it!

[@michaelssomerville]

Glad to see someone else using the ol’ upside-down belt-sander trick!

[@kaelyncoppinger1373]

I love the multi-functionality of this! Great Work! Also, thank you, for the smiles and giggles. I've had a pretty rough day and you cheered me up when I really needed it! 😊

[@bretlemieux2489]

Much love to the skill tree family! All us skill monkeys are awesome!

[@andrewp.schubert2417]

Awesome craftsmanship and beautiful design.

[@AaronC.]

Talking about survival, fire is key. So, I'd recommend making a small hole somewhere (the knife's handle, for example; or maybe concealed behind the whetstone), maybe two cm in diameter, for making friction fires out in the wild. There's some survival knives out there that have this feature, and it's pretty cool.

[@M4st3r0fN0n3]

4:11 Hey i have that glass!

[@robotichurricane]

Just what I needed for my next project! My friend wants me to make her a Ranger outfit.

[@Rocketsong]

Have to say, that build is bad-ass. Very impressed with the dremel work carving the handle for the ferro rod. Only suggestion I might make, would be instead of using a black paint for the wash, would be to use a brown wash. On white/ivory it tends to look just a bit more natural.

[@YourArmsGone]

Awesome. I would add a small hole to the bottom so water can drain, and maybe a place for some Firestarter.

[@startrek2365]

Just talking about the weave stamp you used. A lot of people I know can not do it. Its is a challenging stamp to get right and you did great. (The whole build is great this is just an area I know more about so I figured I would throw out the specific compliment.)

[@WolfStar08]

I haven't seen anyone else say this yet in the comments but just as a tip when using a fero rod and knife to make sparks. Don't use the cutting edge of your knife. Yes it works but you'll spend a lot of time needing to use that lovely sharpening station scabbard fixing the edge. Instead flip your knife aroind (and from what I saw and remember in the last video) the back of the knife should be flat with sharp 90° edges. Use those edges instead to run along the fero rod to make your sparks and if need be you can also keep your knife still and pull the rod towards you to make sparks as well. If there are concerns with cutting yourself with the edge of the knife pointing upward, don't worry. I used that method for 10 years before swapping to flint and steel and never even nicked myself once starting a fire that way. And when flipping the knife around you can still have the edge pointed away from you as you use the back edge to strike the rod. Overall amazing build and a someone who makes all of their outdoors gear, I'm considering making something like this for myself now too.

[@STRAKAZulu]

I might have to try this when I start making my D&D character for LARPs. I've always played a Ranger.

[@er1cdoom]

That is like straight up something that's perfect for EDC

[@leeh.6371]

That is probably the coolest sheath ever. 👍 But you will need stroping compound or polishing compound applied to the leather to make it work properly as a strop

[@SkillTree]

I have some and was going to add it but decided to do some research first before getting compound all over my belt. I discovered that, though compound makes the process faster and more efficient, it actually isn't necessary. At least from what I read, the leather will still hone without it but it will take many more passes. I also learned that it can be done on either the smooth or the flesh side of the leather. The rabbit-holes these projects send me down lol

[@M4st3r0fN0n3]

I have several modern knife sheaths that have multiple accessories attached, such as a ferro rod, a tinder bundle, a fine stone, and usually some form of thin strong cordage. Theyre great bushcraft kits because everything is all together and you dont have to tear your pack apart searching for what you need quickly. Never thought of using wood for this....i might have to some day

[@elisabethdiamond]

1:56 Future most replayed time code

[@velvanae]

Pet stores often have antler pieces that work well also. I think I would have used antler or horn and done some scrimshaw work on it for the ferro rod handle. I do have to say that belt loop/strop was an excellent idea, kinda jealous I never thought of it!

[@carthius]

This was very well made. Being able to insert the striker like that actually really impressed me. Also if i ever use something that requires gloves i always go for the thick black ones (teehee) that Tattooisters use. "Venom steel" is the brand that i currently have.

[@alexandersmall7380]

One thing you should try, make something nice, but incredibly basic, then bring it with you the next few times you go camping, and when you have some downtime, add to it. Each little addition will feel so much more meaningful and look like it happened over time and not all at once!

[@OtherThanIntendedPurpose]

if you want to make a rustic/medieval looking ferro rod in the future, you can get longer, thicker rods on line that come with a pre-drilled hole, that you can pin the handle material in place with in addition to epoxy, for a more secure hold. I like Baylite 6" ferro rods. they give the best shower of very hot sparks, to get a good ember on the tinder.

[@geoffallert1921]

It looks great. Functional and stylist. Cheers mate.

[@rustyshackleford7690]

Great build. Never tried using wood. BTW, try using the corner of the spine instead of the edge of the blade on the ferro-rod.

[@karonbeilunka6845]

Holy sheath that looks so good!

[@akumabito2008]

This might just be my favorite project so far :)

[@TheRealMort69]

Awesome Build! i like wood sheathes a ton better than leather alone. I've had knives pierce through the tip of leather sheathes before. though I do see a mistake that I've made myself before i knew better. Modern boiled linseed oil isn't food safe as it is no longer truly boiled and just has chemical additives to mimic traditional boiled linseed oil. A rangers gotta eat after all. I personally like using coconut oil for any handle or sheath for knives that may be used for food. Its not only food safe, but has anti bacterial qualities as well.

[@hearse_boy_8620]

So happy that my immaturity made this video all the more entertaining.

[@SkillTree]

Glad we are on the same page lol

[@LadyVineXIII]

I think you added just the right amount of extras. You got me with the cheeky comments btw. I was totally not giggling at certain things because I am a mature adult type person, sir. ;)

[@jasonmelton3426]

Haha. That look Cl3ver gives after the gutter joke.

[@johnsullivan6560]

Use the other side of the branch to make a wood and leather repair case that you can hung on the other hip. Great project, thank you. Very creative!

[@Javaman92]

I'll comment because the algorithm likes to see them ;-) AND its another awesome project!

[@SkillTree]

Thank you for feeding the algorithm AND just for being here and you!

[@orenmontgomery8250]

My only bit of criticism: don't strike the ferro rod with the sharp edge of you can help it, use the spine of your blade (hopefully it has a 90° corner). The project, though, is FANTASTIC. Another critical hit!

[@SkillTree]

100%! If you look closely I am using that space where my finger goes instead of the blade as it's the only place right now with a good 90. Need to flatten a bit of the spine soon 😁

[@orenmontgomery8250]

@SkillTree okay, you're correct. Good on you. I personally prefer the spine, but the unsharpened base is also perfectly acceptable. And again, the result was beautiful (and [multi] functional)!

[@Azelethros_OG]

Your creative works is really building a foundation for creativity in my future projects. Thank you so much for sharing such amazing crafts. Something I've been really curious about, and maybe you could make a video about, but how could I gauge my own levelling? I want to utilize basically the same skills, but I'm not sure how I would go about the process of tracking my levelling.

[@donaldmcdaniel1773]

I agree with with the Boy Scout.

[@bangerheadboy]

Thats so freakin cool.

[@bobbytaylor5559]

Naturally I discovered your at 3 in the morning when I'm supposed to be asleep, lol 😂 You're very creative, very talented, and you have a new subscriber. Thank you for doing what you do 😊

[@richardruiz3654]

So sweet! Thanks for another awesome video.

[@OdinsFerrari2178]

Very creative and cool build

[@bretlemieux2489]

What I would have done different I’d have used a smooth river stone. The wooden scabbard would have been split thinner also I’d have used wood on the back so I have a complete scabbard and used leather to make a belt loop and strop as you did.

[@lilalicat32]

I am late to this comment section, but I think a Ranger is like a peacetime scout. They keep an eye out for anything that could become a bigger problem.

[@NachtCaraticus]

Bonus, since it's made out of primarily wood, it probably floats!! Losing your gear to a lake, pond, river, or sea is no joke and sucks really bad. Imagine this thing slips off your belt and all you have to do is go get it as it floats safely on the water!

[@BreezyDefrag]

That is a bad ass knife kit all in one lol Awesome work.

[@Fat2Fit5k]

Always amazing work

[@gregoriancatmonk6904]

Suggestion on a build • a necklace that has a clear glass orb used to focus light to start fires and if the necklace is a simple leather cord you could use it as a snare for small game. (Or if its cleverly designed a sling for hunting)

[@tonarsilverwolf6485]

to be fair, a sheath made of wood would technically be a scabbard. awesome build none the less

[@joshuawayne9811]

You're supposed to use the hard angle on the back of your blade to strike a ferro rod. You get alot more sparks alot easier, and you save your edge. Hope you're doing well, can't wait to see your next build!

[@christopheraufdengarten1177]

2:39 Okay, you've brought this on yourself. Now we need a dog reveal!

[@PaddyANS]

really cool thing :) made a sheet on my own in a medival style with wood inside and leather on the outside. its a traditional looking sheet for my sax. No firestone, no wetstone, but a brass ring for waight, 'cause it's a horizontal draw sheet. the leather style is prety close to mine, reallly cool!

[@OtherSarah2]

really, really well-thought-out project. Great work!

[@Scar_does_stuff]

Super awesome, when I have a knife of my own (even better if I made it myself) I'll def come back to this for inspiration. Awesome build as always!