Making Leather Knife Sheaths, Volume 1

By David HlterPeter Fronteddu &Peter Fronteddu, et al.

Protect that beautiful hand-forged knife you've just completed or keep your favorite piece of cutlery close for daily use with a leather sheath. From basic leather working techniques to a completed sheath, this how-to book will walk you through the steps to produce your own fixed-blade knife sheath. Choose from four different designs, each presented in detail, including a sheath with folded belt loop, a scabbard with leather lining and riveted belt loop, a sheath with safety strap and attached belt loop, and a scabbard with belt clip. Complete with illustrated tips on sketching the sheath design and treating the leather, as well as four complete sheath patterns and a supply list, this guide will provide you with the know-how and tools to make sheaths of your own design.

• Format: Spiral-bound
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764340158
• ISBN13: 9780764340154
• Release Date: March 2012
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.9" x 8.9"