kimberlyrose

such great information. I definitely want it to be functional, not ninja or cool looking. I will look into the arrow quivers for sure. Thanks so much!

Now I love this project! She actually does use it, she works on a farm in the field, and also forages. I wouldn't say she uses it often, but she does, and currently just carries it in her hand. So many options out there!! I know whatever I make should weigh as little as possible. Thanks for all the info!

ooh, interesting!

Ahhh makes perfect sense!! It might not be a machete actually, because it looks longer than the pic posted above. I think it's going to have to be on a belt worn at the waist. In that case, do you wear it on your opposite hip?

Thank you!!

great advice, thank you!!

So.. I am a bag maker. I sew leather on machine only, I've never really done hand stitching. I've never made anything for any kind of knife. That said, my sister asked me for a sheath for her machete for christmas. Of course I'm late to the game on this one, but all I have to go by is a tracing I made of it. I guess I don't really understand how inserting and removing the machete would not cut the stitches? Also, she wants to wear it across her back. And she is right handed, so I'm trying to "naturally" grab for my massive machete behind me, and I cant figure out if you would grab it from behind your right shoulder, or cross your face to take it from your left side? Is this even possible to make with just a tracing or am I nuts for thinking of giving it a go?

Hi Terry, I just watched a few youtube videos on this method. I would prefer a more quite route, but in a pinch, I'd do the dremel I think!

Ahhh, this machine was actually the one in my first link that for some reason didn't work! I will do more research. From what I've seen / read so far, this might be the only viable option. Thank you!

Thank you, but that is out of my budget at the moment! I wish I was able!!

I tried it by hand. I'm too old for that!! wrists and fingers seize up, and it's a royal mess. Thanks for the suggestions!

For example, these tools descriptions mostly all say not ideal for soft leather: and another

Hello! I'm having a really hard time finding the best tool for skiving soft, stretchy leather. I had my finger on the trigger for a $400 skiver at Tandy, but I don't think it's going to work for soft and stretchy leather. I need to be able to shave down my seams, and I use a LOT of soft stretchy leather. I have 2 skiving knives, but honestly my hands cramp up instantly trying to skive the stretchy leather. I have used leather hardener as well before the skiving. Does anyone know of a machine that will work with soft leather? I'm at my wit's end! Any advice is appreciated, thank you!

yes, I am sure it is real leather. Albeit, not a premium hide for sure. But STILL!!! What is it? low grade? utility? bicast or bonded? I just want to find out the terminology. I have a lot of small projects in mind that would work great with this very thin and stiff leather. Just don't know how to find more!

@Mikesc, I did. Unfortunately he said he has no idea, it was in a storage crate he purchased on auction.

Hello! I purchased this leather hide from a random seller on ebay to make wallets. I love it, and would like to find more just like it. The temper and thickness is what I am after, dont care about the color. I've googled "hard temper", "stiff temper" and "thin and stiff leather" etc. but I'm not finding it sold anywhere. I'm 90% sure it's a low quality or upholstery leather. Definitely leather though, not faux. Any help greatly appreciated!

Yes, I am very aware of the pitfalls of this prospect. Which is why I am trying to figure it all out now, before I say yes or no, and not later. Taking this job would not get me any fame or TV exposure, it would only be for the cash. I only mentioned the TV, because they are the ones who have the final say on $$ to spend on production. I am still at this point, free to suggest a better way to make the bag, or to say no, or to say yes, but it will take x hours and x dollars. Just wanted to see what the thoughts were on the original sample I was given. Loving all the thoughts and advice!

Thank you everyone. I haven't signed anything yet. I'm in the process of inspecting the bag, seeing if it's a job I can / want to handle, and then making a sample. This sample will then be given for inspection and approval. There IS room for alteration. Qty at this point is unknown, as it's not up for sale until Mid November. But if I want the job, I have to have a sample made within the next 2 weeks, and give a quote. I still don't know who made this exact sample I have, but the original design was by a new designer who just got a big contract deal with a TV station to promote their own line. I was told that he may not have designed / made it in the best / most efficient way, and if I have suggestions for making production easier, they are all ears. This could be a really great opportunity for me, but if I'm being realistic, I know I don't have the time or resources to replicate it exactly as is. Or I guess I should say, the TV station surely can't sell a large qty of this bag if the price tag is going to reflect a few hours of work for each bag. I'm thinking, once they send me the leather, I could maybe even do a sample with all raw edges....?

Inside is a very thin lining. It seems as though the leather is quite thin and stiff as well, but I don't have the actual leather yet, so I can't be sure. Thanks for the advice!

I've been asked to reproduce a bag in large qty. All I was given is a sample bag, and a pattern. I have an industrial walking foot machine for sewing leather, but no other machines. I can't quite figure out two things about the sample I was given... 1. are these round corners rolled edges? If I pull on them a bit, I can see the two layers are not actually sewn together, it seems all the edges are glued, then topstitched, then glued again to be a finished piece. 2. How are the edges of the straps coated? Is this leather paint? Any advice is greatly appreciated! Here are the strap edges.

Thank you Gregg, this is exactly what I was looking for!

Except.... it doesn't look like my machine at all.

Oh wow, thank you!!

Hello! Newbie to the forum here. I just purchased a Chandler c267 for sewing leather bags, however I can't find a manual online anywhere! Anyone have one? I'd pay for a copy, or if you don't have one, but know where to find one, I'd be very grateful. Thanks!