Wet Formed Leather Sheath for a Box Knife

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Making a sheath or case for a tool you like to keep at your fingertips is a quick and easy project. In this video, Chuck shows how he wet molded a sheath for a box knife. You can use these same steps to mold a case for any number of tools. This sheath features a belt clip for easy on and off.
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I love how Chuck SHOWS you how to make a pattern for things! Very easy to understand and I love to watch him make stuff!

[@madogmedic]

Good video. This is the first tutorial of yours that I have watched straight through. I learned quite a bit. I am a Surgical Technician, and there are times that a knot being tied, is a bit of a reach. Seeing you tie it, tensioning the string with your finger, is exactly the way it's tied off in the Operating Room. I'm currently starting my 11th of 12 rounds of chemo for pancreatic cancer, and your videos are a great way to keep myself occupied.

[@e.collins2768]

I'm currently making a wet molded sheath for my Leatherman and am now realizing there was a MUCH easier way. Man, experience speaks

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Yeah, Chuck's got the common sense and know how to show and do. Always like these videos.

[@perrydoerr8668]

Here we go again...Another great instructional vid from the Leather Wizard. I am learning sir...

[@PitifulDelay]

Cackling inside! "Everything you need can be found at the link below!" $650 and one tutorial later and you've got a wet formed leather sheath for a box knife! Seriously, all the tutorials I've seen on this channel are great. Chuck breaks things down really simply. I used his tutorial on a standard knife sheath. I've never touched leather before 5 days ago, but I've now got a beautiful sheath even though I used cheap stuff. I'm planning on slowly building up my supply of quality tools from Weaver so that my husband and I can be a team, with me lovingly encasing the knives he makes in beautiful leather. Thank you, Chuck.

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His tutorials are so easy to follow and he always explains why he is doing what he does in a very easy to understand way that makes it all come together. Thanks Chuck!

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Always enjoy watching your videos Chuck. You explain things simply for those of us who have none or minimal leather experience.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you, I'm so glad the videos are easy to understand!

[@shadowgolem9158]

Great project. Stitching in a Leather belt loop on the back before you assemble makes a good alternative to a belt clip. That's how I made it this afternoon and it worked very well.

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This guy is smart, kind, and a decent teacher. If you want to learn leathercraft well, and with a bit of humor, and meanwhile with all the tips you need and reminders you need at the right time--for instance 10:40 he reminds us to trim our nails or keep them away from the leather...for those who want TL:DR version...just subscribe, you won't be sorry.

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Once again, another great video. I learned a lot.

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Glad to hear it, thank you!

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I guess I'll just have to join in and say that you are a great teacher, Sir. So easy to follow with all the subtle details included. Thank you.

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You're welcome. Thank you for wathcing!

[@Azzameen99AZ]

What I really love about these videos is that not only do you use simple techniques that have great results and are easy to learn, but it's basically the exact same tools for all projects. So I'd buy a handful of good tools, and can use them to make pretty much anything I want. A couple of tricks shown in a different video also make me think I can finally make use of all that scrap leather I got gifted in a big bag.

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That's great to hear! Thank you for watching and following along!

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Thank you! Have have a great day.

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An absolutely fantastic tutorial

[@Freeman-Dl70]

Your instructions made it fairly easy to create a thumb breaking holster for my Dad's .45 acp.

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[@christopherbeaulieu4942]

I have watched this like 8 times. I have this box cutter Stanley 99e. When I had a knife sheath, it was my most used tool. Now I can't find a sheath anywhere. I am now going to make this one. Thanks bud.

[@caposdad]

Excellent tutorial

[@raymondrobbins9495]

Chuck i saw another crafter use a vacuum bag to mold his leather worked great. I have a food saver vacuum sealer and it works amazing for wet molding.

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[@Bear-Ur2ez]

As always I enjoy watching Chuck . He is a wonderful leather craftsman. And he explains this in a way anybody can understand and follow along .

[@jboyette]

I have been wanting to try wet molding for some time but I have seen some over complicated techniques. Your technique is very simple and the end result is great! I know what my next project will be. Thanks for your very good instruction. I really like all your videos.

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Very good! Thank you.

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Gracias por compartir sus conocimientos. Saludos desde Puebla México. Buena noche.

[@EvaderGuy]

Great attention to detail! Your tips will make all the difference in the finished project. Thank you!

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Thank you, we hope you enjoy working with veg tan!

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Thanks you for taking time to explain so well and in great details

[@NMiller_]

Looking at making some leather sheaths for coworkers, this video is a great help!!

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Great to hear! Thank you!

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Thankyou! Very good information!👌👍☺️✌️

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Glad it was helpful! You're welcome. :)

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I really enjoy and get sooooo much from Chucks videos. 👍

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Thank you, Ben - so good to hear that!

[@kurtkroh6637]

Thank you so much. This is exactly the type of project I want to start with.

[@petehanratty950]

Good inspiration for lots of different tool sheaths. thanks

[@VolatileBullfrog]

Excellent video. Just tried my hand at wet forming a few days ago, and sure could have used some of these tips! I'm going to revisit, I think, and put this to use.

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So glad the video was helpful!

[@moeman2274]

Great video

[@elund408]

Nice and simple, well explained. This will work for handguns, Magazines, Knives, or anything one wants to carry on their belt. with a little bit of imagination it carries over to purses, boxes etc. one only needs a few tools and they can do amazing work.

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That's exactly right, Eric! You can take these basic steps and run with it for a multitude of projects!

[@HerrNiclas]

Awesome! I´m glad I found your channel. I am about to get started. Thanks to you for taking the time to make these vids. Thumbs Up!

[@jailer23044]

Another great video Chuck. The only thing I do differently is attach the clip prior to stitching which I find to be a bit easier for me although if you zone out while stitching the thread can get caught on the clip.

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Outstanding, nice to see ya back!

[@philbushell1420]

Chuck, my daughter's boyfriend is a chippy (builder) and mentioned that a Stanley knife (that's what we call them in Australia) sheath would be very useful. I followed your instructions but used a straight leather belt loop instead) and it worked a treat. Great instructions and a great result. Thanks. Now I've just got to find something at my house that he can fix in return. ;-)

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That's awesome, Phil! Thank you so much for watching!

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Stunning....clear explanations. Im impressed. Thanks for the tutorial.

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Outstanding tips 👌

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Very smooth and clean delivery of instruction. Great job sir.

[@hootiemike3091]

This video is about as good as gold for the next project im doing, thanks brother.

[@ConorsHead]

Great video sir

[@mikemcilroy3800]

I have been using a box knife since I started doing leather work.The new standard blades are not sharp enough for the kind of work I do.I always sharpen my blades,starting with a 220G sand paper then move to a 320G,next a 400G next a 600G and finish with a leather strop and jewelers rouge.I can get ten times the life out of my blades this way. I make a lot of gun holsters and so I make matching mag pouches at the same time and I use the same technique Chuck is using here to make them. Great job Chuck!Very good and easy to follow video!

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Thank you, Mike! That's a great tip on sharpening the blades!

[@andrewdavis894]

Awesome project Chuck. Many thanks. I've just started a new job in a warehouse. Will be making this sheath at the weekend.

[@thomash.4501]

I couldn´t find a sheath with a clip for my multitool that I liked so now i made one by myself. The fit is spot on and for the first time I think it works and looks pretty nice. Thank you Chuck !

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That's awesome, glad it turned out well for you!

[@thomash.4501]

@@WeaverLeatherSupply Yes it did. The second one not so much but I am still learning. 😊

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Always a pleasure to watch your tutorials

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Great materials, great tools, great presenter, great tips... Am I missing something? Yeah, I love that magnetic tack hammer. I'm still gathering my tools to start working. Big fan of your videos, Sir!...

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Thank you, Omar!

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Wow! Get's right into it with concise and easy to follow instructions. Well done.

[@christophergould3673]

As always you are easy to follow, thank you for that

[@mikeboone4425]

Great to see you back Chuck .I find that we are of like minds when it comes to choice of cutting tool I started using it not knowing I should be using a cutting tool that said for leather cutting . I have since purchased every leather cutting knife there is but still go back to the box cutter. Happy trails

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Thank you, Mike and happy trails to you as well!

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Great video tutorial. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. 🙏

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Thank You Chuck for a simple idea!!!

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You make it look so easy. 👍😁

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Lots of practice and we're all still learning every day! 👍

[@jrocks1971]

The only “improvement” I’d make is to coat the inside / “rough” (flesh) sides of both pieces - after dying, but prior to assembly - with Fiebings Tankote, which kind of hardens and waterproofs those surfaces. If The sheath is never going to see weather, as could be the case for a box knife sheath like this that may only ever be used indoors, this doesn’t really matter, but for a survival knife or other ‘outdoor’ sheath, it’s a key step. Just don’t put any Tankote on the surfaces you’re going to cement together. Those need to be dry leather. And roughen up the smooth grain-side surface before gluing it. Another good tip Chuck gave in this video, which people might miss, is the value of a fairly weak set of inexpensive clamps. I have made the mistake of clamping my cemented edges with too-strong clamps before and they squish the cement out too much and make too tight of a seam, which actually makes for a weaker bond than one that allows a certain amount of cement to remain between the two layers. You want firm, but not crushed. Love your vids, Chuck!

[@terrydouglas2777]

Awesome video, thank you for teaching me about the proper way of working leather to make a knife case. I'll definitely save this video an order from your company. I have always said, having the correct tool to use will show in your final projects. So I'll need to get several leather tools to do what you did and since I really like your how to videos, I'll order the tools from you. Thank you again.

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Thank you so much, Terry - so glad the video was helpful!

[@mrjw1960]

Outstanding! Nice, clean, professional 👍. Thanks for your excellent work!

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Thank you, James!

[@empoweryou1]

I'm just now finding an interest in this craft. This video is very detail oriented, and this is a super helpful and well produced vid! I have several projects in store and appreciate your experience.

[@patrickmulvany2949]

Amazing video Chuck! Thanks a bunch

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you, glad it helped!

[@gregmead2967]

Great video. I'm working on a drop point knife kit (I only need to make the scales) right now that came with a fairly shapeless leather sheath. Now I think I'll be able to fit the sheath around the handle. Gotta say, I didn't think that the 1/2 hr video would be watchable, but you held my interest the whole time. Thanks!

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Thank you for watching, Greg! Glad it was helpful!

[@MrB82901]

So good I watched it two times. Thanks

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Thank you so much!

[@gottfriedflegel6363]

Nice Work👍. Thanks. MFG Gottfried

[@robertdelisle2412]

A year ago this was my first leather project.

[@BirdSpotter43]

I love this because I work with machinery now, and the tool belt we are giving is crap, im looking to make my own for work

[@j.maxwaddell2557]

Fantastic. I am learning fast from your great teaching with energy. Thank you

[@portojardinagem]

Good Job! Thank for help!

[@myrdhin101]

Hi, nice seeing you and have a nice 2020.

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Pffft! "Have a nice 2020" you say? Good one!

[@USNERDOC]

Super nice project and excellent instruction as always. Happy 2020!!

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you so much, happy 2020 to you also!

[@ronsites2694]

Another great video, Chuck! Thanks.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you Ron!

[@johnmccloud2109]

great video dude! thanks

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Glad you liked it! You're welcome!

[@FredMcIntyre]

Awesome work, thanks for the info! 😃👍🏻👊🏻

[@ciaomarco4194]

Top video, Chuck, you make it look sooooo easy. I am truely inspired. My wife's a gardenener and uses secetures a lot so that's her Christmas presents all done next December!! ATB from Somerset, UK

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

That's awesome, thanks so much for watching! Hope they turn out great for you!

[@SofieldLeather]

Nice. I’ve got to add more molded products on my shop. Thanks guys for the video. 👌🏼

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Thanks so much!

[@jeffquinn5653]

Love it. Adding it to my list. Thanks so much for sharing your expertise.

[@Sageylee]

Really enjoy these videos, and I'm loving the backing track too. Thanks, Chuck ...

[@fortoday04]

You're a brilliant teacher. I wish I could learn from you and teach this well. I'll damn well try. Thank you.