I Learned How to Make a Leather Sheath

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[@fitri25]

She should have her own youtube channel...this is interesting and love how she explains every single thing...

[@locohombre79]

youtube.com/@tetonleathercompany

[@Iamtheratbag]

She does....

[@Diamond_Hammer]

kzbin.info/door/fACU4svYl0JtK7AYXjzQDA

[@liamboulton2187]

@@Iamtheratbag that's the joke

[@Iamtheratbag]

@@liamboulton2187 🤨

[@robert.brokaw3829]

She is really good at what she does. Maker sure you allow her to make all your sheaths - beautiful work.

[@ericmitchell985]

I really don't have much of an interest in leatherworking, but it's always just awesome watching someone who knows their craft work! Awesome vid!

[@dan725]

Will brings out the best of everyone around him. He showcases so many extremely skilled craftsmen, and somehow makes them shine and comfortable in front of the camera. That’s such an underrated skill. Thanks Will and of course Cameraman for always showcasing all your friends’ incredible artistry and skills!!! Francesca here is AMAZING skilled artists goddamn what a beautiful sheath! Arg what’s the cameraman’s name?! Micah? Jeremiah? I forgot arg! He’s such an integral part of the team! I believe he’s the same videographer that Alec uses when he’s in Montana right?

[@LancashireLad1980.]

izaya.

[@TreasureFiend]

Will I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Francesca, you do AWESOME work, you should be very proud. I hope we see more knife/sheath colab videos in the future, thanks for sharing. Also another commenter mentioned an under arm 44 cowboy rig, that would be cool.

[@codyols9966]

Holy cow this is a beautiful piece of form and function! Both very skilled craftsman

[@nobodynoone2500]

The sheath isn't bad either!

[@patmancrowley8509]

Wil, this is GREAT! I appreciate learning things and this I have learned from! Thanks!

[@dmg4415]

Would love to see a complimentary gun holster for a classic blue 4 or 5 inch SW .44 mag, as a chest rig.

[@bigfoot8514]

I love leather work, the craftsmanship is stunning. The ease at which she works, and problem solves it, shows just how passionate she is. Stunning work!

[@Paulster2]

All I can say is, Francesca does awesome work. As much as Will knows how to make knives, I'd suggest she's that much ahead working leather :o) Well done! @Tetonleathercompany

[@fuzielectron5172]

Looks beautiful, thanks for recording the construction Will.

[@frankierzucekjr]

Awesome Will, she seems like a cool chick to have around the shop too

[@averagers_assemble]

No crocodile teeth?

[@ryancozza2282]

I make leather wallets, I hadn't ever thought about working leather like this! Can't wait to try! Beautiful work!

[@bayareasparky9180]

Firstly Will, thanks for hosting another master craftsperson. Francesca is awesome! It was interesting to see that the two of you seem to share only one common tool... the belt sander. BTW, I think I heard the words "beaver tail" more in the video than ever before in my life combined. :)

[@MrGoesBoom]

Never really thought about the process for making sheathes ( custom or otherwise ). That thing came out amazing looking though! Do they make sheathes for all the blades you make?

[@RedmarKerkhof]

When you do the welting without moving, does that make you a.... Still Welter? ;D

[@erikcourtney1834]

She is amazing. I love my wife, but I wish she could do things like this. I hate making sheaths. And there nowhere near the quality of hers. 🤦‍♂️

[@centel43]

More Francesca. I've spoke with dozens of leather workers and although very talented few are personable and even fewer are good teachers.

[@austinjennifercolby2603]

you should try to make armor.

[@Marss13z]

And it shouldn't fall out of the sheath and land point down on your foot...

[@Arkios64]

This was an interesting change of pace; centering the audio would've definitely been nice, though.

[@xman870096]

That 'Chopper' looks like a big beautiful brute; and that 'beaver tail' on the sheath is pure elegance!!!, a match made in heaven....

[@rhodie33]

Absolutely gorgeous leather work!

[@White_devil1980]

Amazing work 🥳😎👍 crocodile Dundee would love it 😍😎 and whoever is going to be using it 😊

[@livelikekings8968]

Can’t wait to see this in the flesh. Beautiful craftsmanship. ❤👌🏼

[@LiftRanger]

Great change of pace and a beautiful video. Will, this could have been a two part series. I am impressed with her hand punching through 36 Oz of leather and then hand stitching it. That's beast mode!

[@colinbarber7349]

Will you need to make her a kiridashi knife for her leather work

[@VagabondTexan]

Fantastic leather craft work and she has a great eye for design. Thanks for the video!

[@zex69]

"And no this ain’t a purse, it’s a satchel"

[@Kris_at_WhiteOaksFarm]

Wow! Such beautiful leather work. She's a great explainer/teacher. I inherited some leather working tools from my father outlaw. I'll never be that good though,

[@BlackRifle]

Man that's wicked.

[@MrMatt8478]

Out of curiosity , how much is something like that (leather work, not knife)?

[@mackallred6043]

Looking on their website I'd estimate that sheath with it's custom work to be somewhere around $1000 US. Because it's custom, it's not directly listed.

[@MrMatt8478]

@@mackallred6043 I was guessing around 7-800. I personally wouldn’t be able to drop that kind of money myself. However As a tradesman myself (electrician), I don’t think I’d let it go any cheaper. Skilled workmanship is pricy, and she is definitely skilled. A work of art I think.

[@jakeedin1318]

Amazing video. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you.

[@tomjohns8498]

Cracking job thanks for sharing your knowledge 👍 👏

[@austinjennifercolby2603]

you should forge a leg/post vise

[@stevengellerstedt679]

She is a badass. I love it when people take passion in there craft. And know all the Ins and outs of the perfect way to make something most functional.

[@reallunacy]

Now we need Will to find a way to make a production run of head knives. For those that are interested the main tanning styles are vegetable, chrome, and oil tanned. Typically you want veg tanned for stuff like holsters where the leather is touching metal because the other styles are more prone to rusting the metal.

[@libradolafontaine411]

Knife purse yeah I want one

[@BraxxJuventa]

Thanks for this awesome video Will. 👍😁

[@Freeman-Dl70]

Leather work? Another thing that's up my alley.

[@jfk767]

If she doesn't have a KZbin channel she should. She's a lovely woman who is not only an artisan in her chosen field but she has an excellent delivery. That includes not just the information but also pacing and the ability to explain what she's doing as she works, at least in part. It's hard to find true craftsmanship, finding someone who can explain the what, why and how in an easy to follow manner isn't any easier.

[@jfk767]

I was only 2/3 through the video when I commented, I'll be looking at their channel next.

[@iolithblue]

Sheath is better than the knife.

[@Shearomatick]

Damn this woman is awesome

[@VertexCarver]

Lining the sheath was very nice. Stellar work! ^^ Edit: Will, you should add making some historical belt connectors on the "To do" list for these type of knives!

[@BenjaminCronce]

I love how easy she makes it look. You can tell she has a plan in her head and has enough experience to just free-hand everything.

[@xeode]

nice one, good link up!

[@measure_once_cut_twice]

I've made a lot of knife sheaths, I even have tutorials here on youtube, and I've never seen anything like this! Note that I made BEGINNER knife sheath videos. This is way out of My league but it kind of makes Me want to buy some kangaroo an' beaver tail and have at it! Sorry Will, but this your best video in My opinion.

[@ChileExpatFamily]

Awesome build on the sheath. As a blacksmith I always wanted to do more leather work. Very nice. Thanks from Chile. Jim

[@mikeabbott2396]

She is talented and seems like a cool person to hang out with, and if you're going to watch a person's video you are hanging out with them.

[@saginawdan]

Exactly

[@trollingmodeactivated2500]

0:50 to 0:58 Will looks like hes listening to a banger of a song

[@Ssanihal]

Amazing. I’m working on building out my very first sheath this weekend. I’ve never worked with leather before.

[@bobgore1962]

Awesome work of art!!! How long did it actually take Francesca to make the sheath? Seems like she made it extremely fast, which for such a quality piece, is pretty amazing! 😎👍🏻🔨🔥🔪

[@johnmccanntruth]

She sure made a beautiful sheath.

[@jcemitte88]

That sheath is bad ass. I carry fixed blade everyday, a well made sheath is every bit as important as the blade you carry 100%

[@ericbeeman8717]

Definitely a great indepth video on leather work and making a sheath

[@joachimsingh2929]

Less is more. Beavertail crosses? Three layers of full thickness veg tan PLUS cover AND iron rings? Uncarriable.

[@gator83261]

Great video.

[@JohnRoberts71]

Great content thanks for sharing

[@maoribaca2655]

excelent work for both of you. i lover her presentation and how hands off will portrayed the video it really showcased her work

[@e.scottdaugherty8291]

Ya know, that rig might be strung up Dundee style (think "Notta knife"). Good one Hoss.

[@maneotis4g63t]

I love watching a craftsman/craftswoman at work. People who are really good at their craft are fascinating

[@JRxxx]

Awesome. I hope to see more collaborations with Teton Leather Company. Be sure to check out their video about the sheath design process for Will's knife!

[@brunobarks6544]

I thought to myself : Will may have a chance until I heard the words "and her husband" lol. Cant win em all brother. Much love. God bless 🙏

[@BadForgeWeld]

Great video, Will!! I don’t know what’s prettier: your knife, or her wild hair and rough hands. 😍

[@ezforsaken]

She is a pro, I hope she charges high prices, she should!!

[@rickhall1381]

Awesome video Will and Isaiah , Francesca you are an amazing leather worker I aspire to be as good as you, I will never be as pretty though. 😂

[@joshmajor8662]

I thought she was building the sheath Will??? Lol 😂 you built the KNIFE!! You seem confused haha 😂

[@hannibal3143]

Leatherworking looks so satisfying!

[@williammorrin7933]

Very nice. Ha Will when u doing that dagger looking blade on your blackboard in the back? That looks sweet.

[@jimcorbett3764]

I've never seen beaver tail used in leather working- pretty cool. Very nice sheath- makes me wonder how many people are carrying around concealed knives under their jackets.

[@Friedbrain11]

Is the kangaroo leather tougher than cowhide? What benefits will it give for that style of knife? Do you have the ability to do sharkskin leather? I like the knife and the sheath! They are both quality and American through and through!!

[@whiteknight257]

Of course she's already married... Lucky dog he is, what a dream team

[@craigsudman4556]

Oh my goodness! Franceska has such grand...skills! Fantastic video Will thumbs up.

[@saginawdan]

Thanks, Will and the lady who made the sheath ( I couldn't make out your name). Very nice work and a great video! 👍👍👍

[@davexander4142]

Now that you changed the original title, Im watching the video, good decision.

[@stilllife8]

I think i would want the rings to the outside of the sheath rather than to the inside, so that they don't touch my body. It seems like the metal rings, as well as the clips and carabiner clipped onto them wouldn't be very comfortable.

[@danievanzyl6455]

will will you be going into jewllery further, or was that bench more for when you do detailed work on your knifes.

[@martinm3474]

Looking ready for Chinese balloons. Keep your eyes up.

[@richardvillegas3799]

Very Impressive leather work 😲💯… Thst sheath is way beyond jus a functional piece, it’s showcase 🙌🏽

[@kurtisspeer3202]

Holy. Shit. I do leatherwork as a hobby/small business, and her craftmanship is incredible. The French skiver is gorgeous, that full strap edge bevel... Chills. This probably is going to sound strange, but the full strap perfect bevel is such a satisfying feeling 😂. The heirloom fit? Amazing. And beaver tail and Kangaroo? So cool.

[@Zogg1281]

That sheath looks amazing!! I am wondering if there were any other animal products that could have been used making it, but I think fur wouldn't have looked right. I really want to get my hands on some kangaroo hide but I have no idea where you'd go for bever tail....... to be honest I had never considered it before, so thanks for that 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@hipjazzbone]

That's beyond "looking good". That's functional art.

[@Harps555]

Will,be a smart man and wife her up asap it's the perfect business couple

[@ericfeldkamp3788]

Beavers are one of a kind. Do them right the first time. You might not get a second chance.

[@ixamraxi]

I liked the crocodile dundee reference you had in the title earlier. But this is fine too, I guess.

[@nicholasgiampietro6871]

Love the info on the leather sheath , love the craftmanship, Love Francesca (wow) But PLEASE do something about the camera person ,I was dizzy and nauseous threw the whole video. Still a thumbs up.

[@nicholasgiampietro6871]

@te.legrammeWillStelter Let me guess ?? An Indian scam package ??

[@alecmcjarison999]

Damnn

[@Sharkdog11b]

Reminds me of saddle building school in montana. Man I love the areas we live will

[@WeirdSeagul]

People that are knowledgeable about there craft are so badass. I am very tempted by some of their wallets despite them being quite pricey, It is obvious the craftsmanship is worth it

[@davidsauter13]

Vxshe and her hubby look like the do awesome work,

[@kennethomeara9848]

Incredible work!

[@darrell840]

Man will you are really such a nice friendly dude, I bet it was a real fun time for her. And also you letting this. Young guy make that San mai dagger in your place. You are truly a good man. May Jesus be with you at all times and one day buy you a Lamborghini made out of genuine japanese katanas!

[@forjadoscorona_knives6371]

Que pauta de trabajos mas esxelente,gran trabajo!!!

[@jfirebaugh]

If you get a chance, try making something out of hippo leather. Really course surface texture, incredibly abrasion resistant. It makes a very interesting knife sheath.

[@Williamhitesman]

That was some beautiful work I need her to teach me

[@bryanduchane2371]

Can't forget the BEAVER TAIL!!!

[@oldguy5381]

Bad ass knife set, super smart chic knows her stuff.

[@barnievdwalt587]

That sheath is called a Baldrick

[@ButBigger42]

She is a natural youtuber.