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This pulley looks super nice! And I love the low-speed video. Did you model the pulley and print it yourself? Have a model you can share? I'd like to print one for mine. - Sean

I've gotten orders online for knife sheaths and I don't have the knifes. There are a couple ways I go about it. One: I offer to make a general fit sheath. I'll get basic measurements of the knife then make a sheath that will fit the knife and there will probably be play in the sheath. You could use the sheath for different knives. Its like buying something off the rack in Large, Medium, or Small. Two: You can get the measurements from the knife manufacturer, it's usually right on their webpage. I print a copy of the picture of the knife in the measurements they provide, then I make a wooden knife like Dwight said. And the second way raises the price of the sheath.

Welcome from Israel. I had the same question as Deanr.

Natural veg tan treated with olive oil and waxed with paraffin from a tea light. Acrylic window. I need to clean up the end of the stitching

Nicely done. Particularly like the cutout for the sight.

Thanks guys, I'm curious if ya'll think the conchos should have been tucked a little closer to the bullet loops?

@Lena Carlton More information and a picture of the head Some dimensions of the base would be helpful.

Announcements is not the place to list your for sale items. It contains the Marketplace Rules which I assume you read. Moved your post to Businesses & Estate Sales since you are closing out your business. Looking forward to seeing your pictures.

When I handed the ATT to the crossing agent they just waived me through. Didn't even want to look at my rifles. I doubt it would be so easy today.

Moved your post to Dyes, Antiques, Stains, Glues, Waxes, Finishes and Conditioners. You should check this forum out. Lots of good info and experience here. Resolene seals the surface of the leather. So conditioners such as oils and greases don't penetrate the sealant.

I wish I had that option (and options to buy finishes and leather) but it’s one of the trade-offs for living here. Unfortunately there are few if any knives that Amazon will ship to Israel. On the plus side all of this encourages a person to get creative.

Are we allowed to know what your day job is, ? because those tubes look so handy and functional. I used to do a paper round in my little town some years ago, and I kept the empty cardboard tubes from the rolls of cling film that wrapped the papers, so strong and so handy . HS

That's what I call ' flying blind ' . For example: A customer asks me to make a leatherman type case, so I make a tracing , size, width etc of the item, and make template from the dimensions given *. I also get as much detail from the customer as possble. Same goes for sheaths etc. It's best to have the knife, leatherman , or item to make a custom leather case etc. *over the years, I now have quite a collection of templates for various applications. HS

Beautiful craftsmanship! Well done! Really like the addition of the conchos.

@nstarleather I just put up a wanted - do you have any 8-9 oz black veg tan - long enough for some belts I need to do ? Looking for affordable price.

Very pretty! I Iike the colors and the craftsmanship is first rate.

Hi all. I have an order for some black belts. 3 or 4 total. I need to buy some black, struck through, firm veg tan. 8-9 oz. Average length belts (48-50 minimum). Looking for a double shoulder or partial side. No embossed "hair hole" finish or protective coat. Been having trouble getting something at a good price from all the usual places (springfield, maverick, etc). Budget 65 total plus shipping about - b or c grade hides totally fine. Any body have something we can discuss? Thanks all. Black Latigo ok too. Same weight size etc.

That is one of the nicest for sure my friend!! It is excellent IMO, matches the revolver perfectly.

Maybe make pancakes for folders. a few sizes will fit most knives and dont need to be formed. Straight blade knife sheaths can also be made by making them for certain blade lengths and shapes. Knives usually have 3" 4" 6" blade length and certain blade shapes clip point and drop point come to mind and are most common. you can make a sheath easilly for any knife if you have the length, shape and thickness of the blade. Don't fret the handles they are all within certain parameters that have to fit the average human hand so most are very close in diameter and length. A decent picture is all you need and the blade measurments.

Hi All, if I use resolene over antique paste, can I use Aussie leather conditioner on the leather after the resolene has dried? thanks

With a small stack of southern yellow pine (preferably 2 x 8's) . . . a band saw . . . or good table saw . . . and a good bench sander . . . you can make a wooden copy of darn near any knife produced. You then make the sheath for the knife. Some good lessons at a local trade school or hobby shop on model making should be enough to get you started right well. I do it both for knives and guns . . . never had a problem May God bless, Dwight

I don't know if anyone is still active here but I just acquired a 55 and looking for a threading guide or manual. Thanks

It is best to have the knife. Or a well replicated model of the knife to make a well fitted sheath.

Hello, I am figuring out some if the logistics of starting a small business. My plan as of now is to sell discounted leather sheathes because I am a novice. My only concern is making a sheath pattern without having the actual knife on hand. What would you do then? Would I have to have the customer ship out their knife to get a proper sheath made? Thanks a lot for all of your input!

Thanks guys. It went faster than I usually get them done but I had fun with it. I got the holster done before I even sighted the pistol in.