Native American, Hunter, Fisherman, outdoor enthusiast. I love knife sharpening and the art of knife sharpening. I'm learning the art of leather-craft by studying videos here on KZread. I watch and learn from thousands of great KZread videos. I believe we all have knowledge and skills to share.
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I have used the Buck omni 12pt (392) for 15 years. I love this knife! I've carried here in Wisconsin Montana Colorado Ontario and in Africa! It has never let me down and is always sharp! Love this knife just wish I had a better sheath!
To comp in form and function
They also have cheap slippery plastic handles.
Nice job. The original retention strap catches on the knife everytime I reholster....I like your mods. Seem to fix this.
I have a schrade 52 and I noticed that the sheath blunt the knife, especially the upper part. Strange because it's plastic. I've polished the inside a bit and it's better. But this is strange.
I like to oil my leather before its dyed. Then another light oiling after the dying is complete. This makes the leather pretty shiny so don't rub on it if you're going to take it into combat hunting or things like that.
Bellies are cheap because it is the worst piece of leather on the hide. It stretches, doesn’t skive well and is very weak when compared the rest of the hide.Having said that they are great for beginners Because if you make a mistake You are not wasting a good piece of leather. Also if you are doing something that requires you to form the leather over something it can work well because it stretches.If you use it for things like sheaths or holsters don’t be surprised when the fit is very loose after a while The reason bellies exist is because industry would rather pay a higher price per square foot and have the tannery or wholesaler remove the bellie instead of doing it themselves and then having to dispose of them. They are fine for a lot of small projects just be aware of its limitations.
I’m looking to get into leather making just to make a knife sheath but it’s true don’t buy cheap scraps from hobby lobby
Lol, I picked up a schinken Messer just like yours from a thrift store. Sharpened it up on my tormek. Burr was hard to remove as you say. Junk, but I'll give it away to food service charity. They can use it till it dulls, and then garbage it.
Dipping half the cotton ball in candle wax works great ,,, half soaked half dry,,,, even better is cotton balls half dipped in bees wax,, it burns way longer,,,, remember only dip half in so you have dry fibers to work with,,, or you could dip the cotton ball in about 80%, but remember leave the top dry 👍
How ya doing pal. Still alive an well I hope? Are you still making sheaths? I'm interested in one for the Buck 390 if you are interested in selling one.
OMG. John Wayne woulda carried a 119
Very good...man I would hate to see the size of a sheath with a 6.5 inch blade..lol...very nice good vid
I kept most of the blade liner from the original sheath, then drew out paper templates to cut out the parts in deep brown ox leather. I made the new leather sheath to be just the length of the knife blade, with the liner tacked in with a couple of nylon stitches. I then used sandpaper on the edges of the leather to smooth it out, and presto! I couldn't rely on the original sheath, I tested it right out of the box and it tore with just my hand strength, on the riverbank that is no good. I double-stitched the leather with boot stitching (super strong nylon thread, 1.5mm) and used a brass latchet button and a slit-hole in the retention strap to secure it. It's been 4 years and my custom sheath still looks mint. I do like that you were able to reinforce your original sheath, but that wasn't an option with mine. But hey, they had to do some cost cutting somewhere, I guess the sheath was the scapegoat. Good mods. 👍
Awsome bro thank's for this!!!
Your 1st one , I'm dying of cancer and a enlarged heart I don't have much time left , I was wondering if you gift me the 1st one you've done eith that knife I'm on Facebook Dogmann Meola
The Buck 119 was the fist knife I purchased while in the Air Force and ended up giving it to my grandfather because he loved it so much. After returning to my base I looked for another one, but they was all sold out, so I got the 120 which had a longer blade and still have it after many years of owning it. I purchased a 119 from the Buck store last December and had my name put on it since I plan to keep it.
is that a uncle Henry's knife
Very nice work. I am currently looking to have a leather sheath to be made for me. Looking at local leather Smiths. Need one that has a holder for a Marlin spike also. Thanks for the great video.
Hey DeanO, I'm totally new to knife sharpening and I've got a KME kit on the way along with their full set of lapping films. Firstly, I'd like to thank you for all of the awesome tips you've put out into the world regarding knives and sharpening. You and Rob at the Apostle P channel have helped me out immensely. I haven't yet watched all of your videos but I'm working my way through them. My KME set should be arriving tomorrow and I know I've got more than enough stuff to achieve an amazing edge on my knives. Now, I'm trying to set myself up with whatever I'll need to maintain my edges between sharpenings. As of right now, I plan to do one of two things. Either order two of the KME kangaroo strops along with the 0.5 and 0.1 micron CBN emulsions OR place an order with Stropman Strops for a leather strop and some green, white and possibly red compound. Can I not really go wrong with either option or is there an optimal way to maintain my edges?
It must hit you in the shins when you walk
I've always thought old leather goods could be recycled by making useful objects. I'm sure we'll be seeing more of this kind of ingenuity.
I bought a lot from HL and each time I got just what you shown, few good pieces, as I got more into leather work I got smarter and bought from tandy, they are high but it's the way to go if you make lots of projects, if you do buy from HL pull the staples and dig into the bag and see what your buy'n before you pay for it, a couple bags I got way back I got burned and got useless leather good for nothing.. I hope this post here helps someone out as well as your video also
I have a few of his and they work. Balsa and also leather
Check out springfield leather company. I like them better then Tandy.
Hey There - its me again lol. I was watching your video again lol and I had a couple of questions. First I was wondering why you chose copper rivets instead of Chicago screws and second is I think I heard you say something about using Loc-tite and was wondering where you used it and why. Thank you again for such a great video. Watching it over again is giving me the confidence to try making a sheath similar to this one. Thanks and have a great day
I forgot to ask you which Obenauf’s product did you use? They make several different products and I have no idea which one to use.
I may have missed it but did you explain what thicknesses of leather you used ? I noticed some pieces were thicker or thinner than others and am wondering why you chose the way you did. By the way I am totally in awe of your talents and skills. I want to make a custom sheath like this for my son but am clueless as to all the different things that go into it. Any advice you could give would mean the world to me. You see I’m disabled now and my son takes care of me and I want to show him my appreciation. Thank you for such a great video.
I just found out Stropman passed away.
Some cool stuff Dean.
Great kit well done my friend how do I contact you to purchase some of your craft?
Very nice! Thank you!
Deno O! where ya been Sir, its March already...hope you are ok. God Bless Sir!
Nice work. This gave me some great ideas. thanks.
What I watched this for the stitching and ya next video I guess ☹️
Indeed we do need to remember brothers and sisters in tough times! Love presents always!
I see nice leather old golf club bags
Great video... on a take of Ian's. The Tan-Kote you use... I noticed you only put it on the inside... is that right? Not on the dyed outside?
Thank you for the info. I'm really sorry to hear this and wish him all the best. Imiss his vids but that is a small thing. Itoo hab a head trama 15 years ago so I'm awear of the agony he's having. Thank you the up date and God bless us all.
I sure miss Tom making videos! Think I just miss his voice! And laugh! We are lucky to have one of his creations!
Cool stuff like the videos
I have a question for you sir . Is Tom Chitwood still around.? I know he had an accident on his bike. Just curious appreciate any info you could give me. Tried email several times and no responce. Thank you in advance
He's not on Facebook and the last I heard about Tom is he was learning to walk again. I honestly believe it's going to be some time before we hear (if we do) from Tom again. My understanding is Tom has a long ways to go to recover and needs this time to heal without the influence of Social Media. I hope this helps
Best firesteel on market
Love it! Thanks a bunch
Some Very Nice Gifts Dean.That ferro is beautiful, he does good work. I hope you had an awesome and Blessed Christmas. I wish you all the best in the New Year.
Great leather craft information good video thank you sir
these are fun knives all though the mora garner full tang is quite expensive for a so called non expensive knife the eldris is perfect for a neckknife if you add it to a regular size belt knife nice video
Dean....I have a question for ya....How do sleep at night not answering comments buddy! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Your going to have to go on another Diet! Be well!
Awesome deanO.
I agree politicaly bro, as far as buying top end tools, I agree as well, when you buy cheep crap expect to buy it twice because the first will break ECT. then you will pay again to replace the first, so, pay once and get the best
You keep saying you got things from the fat man if you don't mind me asking who are you talking about cause I need a friend like that great kit btw if you can't get fire with that kit swim to the surface lol