YinTx

I have dealt with KamSnaps. Had an issue where it was flattening the dome cap on the snap. Contacted them and they set me up right, no charge, and even sent extra bags of snaps. First rate customer service in my opinion, and the press works fantastic for me.

That is some rough news, thanks for passing the info on. I've definitely been praying for him. YinTx

They do look like they started life as a nut pick. Perhaps being used as tack pullers?

Fantastic! YinTx

Nice! YinTx

Also saw this photo, but Bronson's are pretty clear. Edit also to say, there are some fantastic photos on this website specifically of the hat band, and the history of the hat. https://www.themanwithnoname.info/the-hat/the-original-hat YinTx Edit to say, and dang you for sending me down that rabbit hole, lol.

Google translate says "Am new to this site and I hope to find ideas there, I am constantly looking for techniques to evolve as best as possible." Welcome. YinTx

Apparently $2600, give or take. And well earned. His skills are beyond remarkable, they are exceptional. I mean, he was even winding his own thread for the welts, from linen! YinTx

Someone help me out here. What is the significance of this swivel knife? https://www.ebay.com/itm/165628586694?hash=item26903baac6:g:Mn4AAOSwm7Bi-lhi Thank you! YinTx

Thanks much! YinTx

Pretty neat design! YinTx

Thanks! The front are also feathers, but a bit stylized. YinTx

@Leescustomleather, If I see that right, you would only be stitching through 5 layers for the belt loop to sheath back, then 3 or so layers for the back, welt and front? Seems like a decent way to do it. I'll keep it in mind for the next one. Thanks! YinTx

Jim Linnell uses an old Tandy rawhide, says it is the best for him because of the way it interacts with the tool - no bouncing, skating, etc. I have a pile of them, never used them. Used a cheap $15 round head poly maul for years, finally splurged and got a 32 oz Barry King and a 16 oz Wayne Jueschke maul. Love to use them both, but really can't say they justify the 17-10x price. Interestingly, now I have more than one Barry King. YinTx

If it only slightly resembles a feather, I guess I can't claim success. It is supposed to be a feather... same as the decorations on the front are feathers. If I ever get enough confidence in my Techsew, I'll use it. Spent a couple of hours cajoling, cursing, sweet talking etc to it, and managed to get it to sorta sew a belt. Certainly won't be using it on something with as many hours into it as this sheath! YinTx

What size drill do you use? I did have to wax my awl a couple of times, and strop it, both of which I pretty much never have to do. YinTx

Looks like it came out decent. I'd probably try to skive that roll on the pockets a bit more, but that's pretty picky imo. YinTx

Thanks! Can you show a pic of what you are describing? YinTx

Nicely done. Surprised the tanner didn't try to highlight the red/brown stripe down the back of the skin? YinTx

I'll try one like you mention. I did it that way to keep the guard from rubbing on the belt tunnel section, and to keep it from pushing into the belt loop/tunnel section towards the rear, which I thought might cause binding when sheathing/unsheathing the blade. Maybe I am over thinking things. The blade welt is only the thickness of the blade, (which was around 11 oz on this blade) but I added tapered welts to manage the guard width. Thanks for the suggestions, and compliment! Makes sense, I'll give it a go. YinTx

Thank you. I'm still trying to improve every day. I hope the client likes it as much as you. I've also captured about 12 hours of video making this sheath. I expect that will take many many hours to edit down to palatable pieces, but I do hope to post the videos sometime in the future. If it gives someone ideas, or leads to suggestions that I can use to improve my own work, it will be worth it. YinTx

Unfortunately, I do not have a drill press, but I do have a small arbor press that I may press into service. This was 8 layers of leather ranging from 5 oz to 10 oz, total 1" thick. What do you put underneath for the awl to pierce without damaging the underside of the leather from all the pressure? YinTx

I thought about mounting an awl blade in a press, but I was pressed for time and couldn't chance it screwing up the work. I may try to set something up for future work. Thanks for the confirmation that it should work ok. And for the compliment! YinTx

As promised.

Been a while. Had a request for a custom sheath, so I went for it. Let me know what ya'll think. And I'ld like to know if there is a better way to do the welt for the guard on the knife hilt: it was 1" thick, and my awl barely made it all the way through. Makes getting the holes to pop out right on the back super difficult. I don't want to drill holes, either. Will drop a couple more photos in a few, to comply with implied rules of sheath images. YinTx