Sheaths That Shine
For long lasting quality and endless choices, there’s no better way to go than making your own.
Rural Alaska is one of those places where you might have to wait around for months to see someone wearing a necktie, but sheath knives are a common sight. Like many others, I wear a sheath knife all but a few days each year, and that presents a problem. Even though a good knife may last a lifetime, most factory sheaths have only a few years of daily use in them at best, and it is difficult to find a replacement that is a good fit for a particular knife.
True, there are some excellent custom sheath makers out there, but often their work will set you back more than the cost of a good working knife. The answer—make your own.
Another reason to learn to make your own sheath is the project knife. A large number of knife fans enjoy purchasing a kit or blade and putting together a knife that suits their own needs. But again, when the project is finished, it is often impossible to find a safe, durable sheath that is a good fit and actually looks good with your new knife. With a little practice, you can actually produce a quality sheath that will be equal to or better than one that comes with even a high-end factory knife.
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