I was asked to make a sheath by a friend in Ireland, but he couldn't send the knife to me for sizing. I knew I could be in trouble, and truth be told...I didn't need trouble. I am new to leathercraft, at least as far as final, polished products are concerned. I have long used leather in projects, and being an ex-carpenter who is *somewhat* proficient with his hands, decided to take on this challenge, too. I mean, it's one thing to make a few sheaths for personal use, another entirely to make one for somebody else. If I mess up, no big deal. But, I couldn't possibly enjoy making a sheath for a friend and not have it work.
Surprisingly enough, I made it work. I trusted in the drawing he sent me, and I got to it. Within the first three hours I nearly had it completed. I actually enjoyed making this sheath more than making them for myself! I sent it off to Ireland after a nice treatment of mink oil was applied. I love this sheath design. It has black and brown dye, a nice edging all around, fine hardware and hand sewn to perfection. His custom bushcraft knife looks great in this sheath.
The trick now, was to wait for Ireland to respond...and so I waited...and waited...and waited...
No. It wasn't too long of a wait. Deccied sure had some fun toying with me like that, though. ;)
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