Make a Wet Formed Leather Ferro Rod Holder.

In this video I will be making a leather holder for my Swedish Firesteel. I wet form the leather and then copper rivet and saddle stitch it together to create a secure belt or neck hung loop to keep a ferocerium rod safe and secure. This is a project I've been meaning to complete for ages and I'm really pleased with how it turned out. I hope you enjoy the video and thanks for watching!

[@lubinlud8855]

You make it look so easy. Really enjoy the videos please don't stop! Luke

[@BernhardHofmann]

Those of us who prefer making our own kit know exactly what you mean. There's such a sense of achievement and pride in using things you've made yourself. Top job from a top bloke! 👌🏻

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thank you Bernhard. 👍

[@pepejuan2924]

Great work and very handy 👍😁

[@Jameskeith1972]

Beautiful craftsmanship! ❤

[@gregdykes8832]

Very informative about leather work. I now have lots of new tools to buy so I can have a go.

[@rolandsalazar9562]

Brilliant. Simply brilliant. You’re an extremely talented craftsman. You need a television show. 🙏🏼⛺️😎

[@trekkingturtle4157]

Excellent Simon! (you really are a "Crafty" devil) Now all I need to do is buy: leather, wax, rivets, setting tool, thread, needles, the rolling cutter, the pronged thing, a few other tools, and bits and bobs, build the clamping tool .... I guess I'll have to make a "stuff to give me for my birthday and Christmas list" and distribute it widely. ;}

[@1medave1]

Nice job 👍

[@DougWalters-l3s]

Thank you very much for the demonstration

[@robclitheroe4551]

So. I watched the first video, bought my XL ferro rod, even bought some (expensive...) horn and I'm aaaaall ready to go. And now this....I NOW need to source some leather, tools, rivets, needles, waxed cotton, various creams and polishes..... Is there no end to your skills and talent? I just know mine is going to turn out like a dogs breakfast but I'll have great fun making it and if I can keep all my fingers in one piece I'll have succeeded! You truly are (and I hate this word..) inspirational Simon. I'm learning loads from you and I'm enjoying my new "apprenticeship! Thanks.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Hahaha - thanks Rob! Enjoy it, there is something very therapeutic about working with leather. 👍

[@fredbos5997]

Nice video Simon. Nice surrounding woods. Well done. See you!

[@gudgengrebe]

I loved this video! It was surprisingly satisfying and even calming to watch and at the same time, inspiring! I’m not good at making stuff. My father was, but he had a vicious temper on him, so I never picked up any of his (many) skills. But after watching you make this, I’m encouraged to go out and buy all those tools and have a go myself. You are an inspiring teacher. It’s another of your many skills. A lot of people can make things, but cannot teach others. Your calm way of showing each stage of the process is SO good! I’m beginning to think that even I can accomplish some of these things …. and that is saying something! Thank you very much for your videos. I’m going to be watching all of them from now on.

[@beauw5630]

FYI, you can saddle stitch with one needle (freeing your other hand to hold your work) by stitching one way, then turning around at the last stitch and threading the opposite way.

[@johnsmyth6283]

Superb video as always. Love that you prefer to make rather than buy and you are keen to have a go. Man after my own heart.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Cheers John, always try to make first, then buy when it fails!! Haha. Cheers, Simon.

[@johnsmyth6283]

Simon, a bloke in the woods I made a leather clam after watching Harry Rogers video, used it many times since. Good bit of kit. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqnTZYygjp1omq8

[@newlife155]

You have inspired and taught me a whole lot with this project , stitching,tooling ,rivets,, burnishing,etc. thank you Simon.. I will try to make one too..

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Cheers! You don’t really need all the tools, you can start with just simple tools and buy more specialist ones as you need them. Good luck with the future projects!

[@newlife155]

I bought a kit about 2 months ago and didn`t know what the tools were about..it sat on the shelf , till now..

[@margaretbagur3553]

Really nice leather work. Exceptional. Great project. Just found this video.

[@kevinm7800]

You do an excellent job making your’s I’d be happy to buy one made by you 🔥 🔥 👍

[@markbir7979]

That is awesome! I have a 6" ferro rod that i attached to a piece of elk horn. I love your design. I do a bit af leather work but not near as nice as your work. Love all your videos. My 34 yr Old daughter watches you also.

[@alanwainwright473]

Beautiful and practical piece of leather work, nice one Simon.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thanks Alan! Atb, Simon.

[@HenrikLaurell]

Wow. that look SOO nice !!

[@stephenjohnwylde5955]

Loved it, I've got me leather tools,going to apply same for my clipper lighter and fero rod,nice one👍🤸😁

[@juliegogo2941]

Impressive! That British tan brown is grand. Makes me want to make some sandals a purse.. I like the natural leather best.. thanks for the tutoring tips.. dad had some of those tools big and small. Lots actually he made furniture in his later years. I wish now I'd kept them...

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

The old tools are the best ones! You can still pick them up on eBay etc. 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

A fabulous end result Simon. I found that essential viewing on a Friday night. It truly was an enjoyable process to watch. Patina? Yes a beautiful word. It sure did have a nice appearance. Useful to. All the best. Mark

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thanks mate! Atb, Simon.

[@WyeExplorer]

that's alright!

[@mtstream55n]

Very nice work. Beautiful!

[@80Ragincajun]

Nice job Simon!

[@grahamefreestone5309]

Very nice. And I'll definitely be making one. 👍

[@alzathoth]

probably the simplest instructions on wet forming that I have ever seen. thank you. you got a new subscriber today! :)

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thank you and thanks for the sub! 👍

[@gregoryhare6550]

Nice looking sheath

[@werxeh8027]

Always like your crafty videos, you give very detailed information which many people would skip over. Great use of camera angles and close-ups complements it really well. Keep up the fantastic work mate.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thanks Euan! Atb mate.

[@DigsOutdoors]

Greetings from the States. That was a great instructional video. Been looking into doing some leather work myself and found this video very valuable. Thank you :)

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thanks for watching! Glad the video was useful - it’s a nice introduction to leathercraft - a chance to try out several techniques on a manageable scale! Atb and good luck, Simon.

[@DigsOutdoors]

Any time buddy. I'll be checking your channel out a bunch more. :)

[@stevesoutdoorworld4340]

Great Skills! Thanks for Sharing!

[@iangardener3464]

I must try this myself.

[@brianlykins6663]

Hey Simon, great job once again. You know sometimes it's a blessing or curse, to be talented enough to accomplish tasks and projects you want to do. Great job again. Enjoyed your "workshop" as well !!! Keep up the projects and enjoying the great outdoors.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thank you Brian! 👍😁

[@edsnaturebushcraft6985]

Very Nice Job 🍁🇨🇦👍Edsnature.

[@NXCADCAPGEMINI]

That is really cool. Thank you.👌

[@mattwilliams1818]

Great video. Thank you for sharing.

[@EifelWandern]

Hi Simon, i do leatherworking too, since 2005. I recognize, very nice,.... that the diameter of the Horn grip is the same as the Leather loop on the bottom. Sending regards to Britain.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thank you! Makes for a nice snug fit. Atb, Simon

[@ahmelmahay]

great build Simon i have ordered one so I'm gonna build one like yours thanks for sharing

[@wolfe-hz8wq]

Very nicely done. Thank you.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Cheers! Glad you enjoyed it! Atb, Simon

[@stuartb2767]

That was pretty bloody cool Simon, very inspiring project, chilled setting the lot 10/10 ATB👍👍👍

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Cheers Stuart! Atb, Simon.

[@Buschpirat]

Ahoy Simon, thank you for the detailed explanation of the leather project. I've wanted to make such a mount for myself for ages and I think I got the missing information through your video. By the way, tomorrow I'm going to Cornwall with my wife for a week. The kids are at grandma's and we have a week off. Stay healthy and enjoy the time outside. Azze

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thanks Azze! I hope you have a wonderful holiday - I love Cornwall - it is one of the most beautiful corners of the country and by going now you will miss all the busy holiday crowds! There is a superb coastal walk that follows the coastline around Cornwall - lots of beautiful bays and coves, cliffs and clear blue sea! Have fun and enjoy a pint of Doombar for me! Atb my friend.

[@rickywoodcock7222]

Cheers Simon

[@andywilliment581]

Another well filmed informative video showing a great project. I especially like the “ you can buy these, but here’s one I made in my man cave earlier. Keep up the good work.

[@davidstill1256]

lovely bit of work I remember my father resetting all the copper roves on a an old 16' clunker built boat I had to sit under the hull with a block of steel while he hammered them back tight.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

That sounds like it was a labour of love! Quality father and son times. Atb, Simon.

[@angelakm6753]

Very nice!

[@danozeman26]

Thats nice holder! Il have to watch the ferro rod video to see where the antler came from. My wife says is there anything you cant do? Plastering.

[@johnnybushman651]

Good video I enjoyed Very , very much, thanks. That is a nice looking rig. Well made I must say. The deer antler handle looks nice also . I love the option of around the neck or belt and the lanyard too . You done a excellent job !

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thank you Johnny! I’m no leather worker, but this was a nice, smallish project to get stuck in to. There is something quite lovely about working with leather - a bit like working with wood - natural and tactile. Cheers, Simon

[@mr.fisher3973]

very nice!!!!!

[@jasoncalaz1476]

Nice video again Simon thanks for the help you gave me on the reflector oven. I'll be starting it in a few weeks. Now I'll have to try some leather work too. 😂

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Haha - sorry about that! 😉 Atb mate.

[@bdodger8]

I love this guy!!!! you are basically me!

[@rogertaylor712]

Very nice that man. Good job as usual Simon.

[@michaelrutledge7048]

Masterful!! You’re really very talented. Make me one, please. lol

[@darenkent6987]

Another great video Simon 👌👌

[@biblebeliever4570]

Excellent leather crafting, and a good introduction to the tools and their use. Thank you Simon This winter I think I'll try some leather making.

[@abefrohman1759]

That’s brilliant but you make the rest of us look positively lazy. 😎 ATB

[@kenr1067]

Very well done Simon. Thanks for sharing.

[@martynjones7824]

Superb ! Thank you Simon for inspiring me once again !

[@jeremynorman5329]

Brilliant project. Thank you yet again

[@jimlane7134]

Beautiful craftsmanship simon,and yet again lovely video well done mate,im actually making a bow saw now lol,and cheers for your time and effort for the outstanding videos see you soon 🌱🌳🌿🌲👍👌

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thanks Jim! I notice the KZbin name change - does this mean we’re getting closer to the channel launch? Good luck with the bow saw! Atb, Simon.

[@jimlane7134]

Yeah im eager to launch my channel,and im also gona have a foraging Friday where i will identify wild edibles on a Friday 🌱🌿👌

[@jimlane7134]

Oh and if you haven't already seen a channel on wild edibles,ave a look at wild food uk on here, brilliant at teaching wild edibles and poisonous plants ATB mate see you soon 🌿🌱🌲👍

[@axerxes3981]

Simon...... beautiful work!! Thanks for sharing you craft and skill as well. Nice job............... Ax

[@bathcolin]

Top idea Simon. Loving the videos, make me smile too!

[@huttone]

Found it, nicely done! Now I need some leather working tools..

[@steveb1972]

A beautiful piece of leatherwork!

[@johnlone207]

Thank you for the vid!! Learned a lot from this project. Cheers!!!

[@LundysWildcampBushcraft]

Cracking skills to have really enjoyed this video thanks mate atb jimmy 😎 😎

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Cheers Jimmy! No skills, just shear bodgery haha. Atb, Simon.

[@andrewkent2718]

Great video Simon, as usual. Hope we see more leatherwork projects like this in the future.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thanks Andrew! Stay tuned!

[@MisterPrecision13]

Well fimed and great project. Thanks Simon...

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Cheers! Glad you liked it, any excuse to get the tools out Hahaha! Atb, Simon

[@andrewforrest8592]

Great video on how to make a leather holder for your firesteel , my mate made one for me and a sheaf to go on my axe

[@SIUDR7202]

Nice piece of leather work. Your editing is superb, seem-less! Looking for the handle video now...

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thank you Douglas! I’m no leather-worker, but it’s fun learning and trying! Cheers, Simon

[@robertshand8101]

Top of the class again Simon, great video and very impressive handy work.. 👍

[@ShelleyRaskin]

That was very nicely made, well done, the wooden thing you used is called a stitching pony, at least that’s what I call them. I usually make something to hold a ferrocerium rod on my sheath, but yours looks nicer.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Ah! Thank you Shelley - I knew it had a name, but couldn’t remember that it was! Cheers, Simon.

[@prepperinthewoods]

Great video Simon also great job on the channel! I was one of your earlier subs and its nice to see the channel doing so well. 👍

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Cheers Joe! Atb mate.

[@sgwknives2184]

Nice job and video mate.

[@charliemonga2233]

You make it look easy

[@josht.m9697]

awesome video I keep watching it :)

[@LWD-Hidden-Links]

Nice work! Need to get a rivet setter myself, for years I've used 4 nuts taped in a stack, held steady with pliers! I really like the antler handle too, for me it's those touches that make homemade so much better

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Hahaha - well, if it works! Thanks, I’m really pleased with how they came out - I’m no leather worker!! Atb, Simon.

[@bdodger8]

A bit of a tip if you haven't solved this yourself or been informed....dipping your stitching chisel or pricking iron into some hot beeswax will help withdraw it from the leather. happy making!

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

That is a superb tip! Thanks mate!

[@brentweigelt]

Learned a lot Simon!!! Thanks!!!

[@mattterrill3519]

I'm new to your channel bloke and lovin your content. I've been meaning to get into some simple leather work and after watching this and finally inspired to do it. I'll let you know how it turns out. From Ohio, USA Keep up the great work.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thank you! Good luck with the leather work! 👍

[@handyoutdoors2938]

Amazing fair play best vid iv watched in ages thanks for sharing 🖐🖐

[@accordingtopete555]

you need your own show on quest

[@P.E.J.]

great job.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thank you!

[@ericfisher7220]

wow again great video bro I love watching you make stuff and yes I still plan on making that shirt you made lol I bought the blanket now I just have to get over being intimidated so I can give it a go haha thanks for the videos keep up the great work

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Cheers Eric, good luck my friend.

[@malcolmturton9779]

Hi Simon, Due to the lockdown i'm just binge watching yours and others videos and I just want to say thanks for the content. The wife's not happy though!! it seems I will now have another hobby making stuff out of leather, iv'e been refurbishing the spare room for about 3 months but can't get motivated, even less chance when my new leather tools arrive :-) Like you i'm a joiner (now retired) and wondered if your still working due to the virus? Stay safe and I look forward to future videos. Mal

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thanks Mal! I have a spare room line that haha! I’m sure you’ll love leather working - something very tactile about it - much like joinery! I’m still doing bits and pieces, I had a staircase to finish off and now I’ve got another one to make so all good - I’m also keeping myself busy making bucksaws. 😁 Take care and keep well. 👍

[@bmar400]

Really enjoyed the video! Atb

[@davidsloan9804]

Thanks Simon very helpful 😎

[@jjjvclub]

Nice job!

[@prettyoutside7464]

Sweet! Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@SpamMusubi308]

Excellent job all around you made it look easy and fun

[@KentSurvival]

Simon, are you walking around the woods with a big vice now? ;) haha, very relaxing viewing mate.. mainly because you were doing all the work, good job. ATB - Andy

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Hahaha - it’s part of my EDC kit - so many uses - clamp......um........cup stand.......errr........firewood? cheers mate, Simon.

[@2walkingsticks]

Nice! Inspired!

[@bgtrev]

Nice work

[@c5173]

great video

[@hermit6208]

Hmm. That rotating blade was perfect.

[@stephenfeeney2966]

outstanding vid Simon, just been given some Leather myself, just Need some Tools lol.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Cheers Stephen! You can get started with just simple tools, eBay is always a good source of cheap and second hand tools, and some tools you can make - the burnisher for example. Good luck!

[@madcat1007]

Brilliant. Where did you get the extra long ferro rod from? I can't find one? Also why do you put the rod in upside down. Surely it has less chance of falling out if it's inserted right way up. Great work. Thanks for taking the time to post.

[@eightgeorge]

Now you got me looking into leather craft tools lol. Not too bad a 42 pcs kit for around £25 on ebay. Great informative video sir I might give it a go thank you. I suppose some of the same tech applies to making a knife sheath?

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Cheers! Yes, the same techniques for a sheath, just wrap your blade in tape before forming - otherwise you’ll get rust spots (unless it’s stainless!) Atb and good luck!

[@migranthawker2952]

Great vid. Would it have been better to have chamfered the edges before wet forming the leather?

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thank you! Yes, in hindsight it would have been much easier haha! You live and learn!! Atb, Simon

[@spec-dad7824]

Totally binge watching and loving your videos, really amazing work watching this come together, have you ever made a leather sheath for a mora companion, would love to give it a go myself just haven't the foggiest where to begin.

[@Woodsman_wildcamper]

Great video Simon, the loop came out really nice and those copper rivets give it something special. I got a tip a couple years ago watching Sandy at Jacklore Knives, he uses a piece of scrap leather under his work when using the pricking iron. I didn't take his advice at first and broke my first one. I'm gonna be shameless now and ask you where you got the stitching groover from? If you don't mind my asking, haha, it looked alot smoother than what I'm using. Hope all is well with you and yours. Thank-you for the shout-out and take care, buddy, thanks for sharing.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Cheers Andy and thanks for the tip for using the pricking iron! I got the groover from Tandy leather, it’s a free hand stitching groover and pretty decent - not too expensive either. I’m pretty pleased with how it came out, looks even better now everything’s dried out properly - nothing close to the quality of your holders though!! 😉 cheers mate.