2-Tone Sheath?

[KalL]

I came across this picture while surfing someones leather site and I wanted to know how is it kinda two-tone. Is it the leather, is it a dye process, etc... If it's manmade how is it done? I think it's pretty cool and I would like to make some stuff like that. It kinda reminds me of burl wood in a way.

Edited September 29, 2014 by KalL

[thefanninator]

To me that looks like a dye job with a dauber. They were just heavy on the dye in some places and light in others.

[KalL]

I thought at first it might be two different dye colors but I think you might be right. I was working on a holster tonight and intentionally burnt the leather and then dyed it and I was surprised to see it kinda went two-tone.

Edited September 30, 2014 by KalL

[GEmanuel]

I agree, it is likely one color

I do something similar to that look, but mine has a finer mottling. I use a sponge with any of Tandys Gel Antique dyes and blot the dye on. This will leave areas of dark and light as in the picture.

Sheep wool, a dauber, rag, paper towel etc would likely yield different textural dimensions and c.ould be quite interesting as well.

[KalL]

I agree, it is likely one color

I do something similar to that look, but mine has a finer mottling. I use a sponge with any of Tandys Gel Antique dyes and blot the dye on. This will leave areas of dark and light as in the picture.

Sheep wool, a dauber, rag, paper towel etc would likely yield different textural dimensions and c.ould be quite interesting as well.

I'll have to try that. I just picked up some of feibings antique stuff last week. I thought it would be interesting to try but I haven't had a chance to play with anything yet. I haven't done any leatherwork since just before Christmas actually. Too much going on and not enough free time. Sigh.