Wrapping A Wooden Handle In Leather

[jmann8686]

So my dad does blacksmithing and he made a axe and he would like to wrap the handle in leather. I was wondering if anybody here has done anything like that and if so if you could show me how or have a link to a site that would show me how. thanks

[Dwight]

This may not be what you wanted, . . . I did this for a customer in Ohio, . . . only one I ever did, . . . I liked it.

May God bless,

Dwight

[mrdabeetle]

For a grip, I like to use a strap, then punch stitching holes on both edges. I wrap the strap around the handle making a spiral. I like to leave a small gap, so the thread will help pull the leather tight. You basically end up with a nice spiral grip. You can tool the space between the stitching if desired before you stitch it up. The thread passing under the leather will make the seam "bump" up, which makes a good grip that won't slip. I wish I had a pic of what I'm talking about.

There are so many ways to cover something in leather. Take a look at some images of golf club handles, cricket bats, sword/knife hilts, etc. Some are more decorative than functional, some are more durable. It's mostly a matter of preference. What Dwight has posted is one of the easier methods, but be aware of the contours of the item that you are wrapping. Sometimes a simple rectangle will not suffice. You can make a quick and easy pattern by wrapping it in painter's tape, then marking your seam(s).

Good luck!

[Northmount]

Take a look at some of the steering wheel cover kits for some ideas. Your local auto store should have them. They wrap a spiral strip Like mrdabeetle suggests.

[jmann8686]

My dad wants to wrap it in leather lace. We saw a pic of a guy who did a hangmans knot anybody try that

[Sylvia]

My dad wants to wrap it in leather lace. We saw a pic of a guy who did a hangmans knot anybody try that

Sounds like he wants something like a weaved whip handle. Maybe this video will help.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QrxNdwejGw