shaneruss

Thanks again for the all the responses. He does want it lined, so I will see about getting either thin veg tanned or calf skin for that. As to the outside, I use satin sheen on the holsters I make, would that work on something like the scabbard? I just finished a painted holster and had some fun with resolene too. So I guess my question is, how would any of you much more experienced craftsmen finish the scabbard after the dye?

Thanks for the advice Art. Do any of you have any advice on a finish for the outside of the scabbard? Does neetsfoot rot the stitching? Satin Sheen maybe?

Thank you Red Cent and Camano Ridge. Did you dye or treat the leather you used for the lining in any way?

Hi everyone. My first post here....... I had some questions about what material to use for the lining in a rifle scabbard. The rifle is a Henry Golden Boy .45 Colt. The guy I'm making it for wants something that will be used when he's riding and can also be slung on his back. We live in Ohio so the humidity in the summer might be a factor? I was considering... Wool or synthetic wool. The problem would be the front sight. Its tall and has a brass pin insert that will definitely snag either one. Suede. I don't know what would happen if it got wet? Would the humidity effect it? 1 to 3 oz leather? Pigskin? Any advice would be appreciated. I am deathly afraid of scratching or hurting the finish on this rifle, it's a beautiful and expensive firearm. Thanks.