Thanks Robtattoo

[Bert Frelink]

Here are a couple of Helle blades I just finished, not in the Class of some of you on here but am more proud of the sheaths, thanks to Mr Tatoo s tutorial on a crossdraw sheath he did a long time ago.
Regards.
Bert

[skullworks]

I like them! Great work...awesome leather work!

[4est trekker]

The finish on the leather is beautiful.  Can you elaborate on how it's done?

[Bert Frelink]

Curt, I will post a few pictures when I get a chance, Am pretty busy the next few days so bare with me.
I am by no means a "leather worker" but just sort of followed Rob's instuctions, the first ones didn't look this good but I really got to enjoy working with the leather and just bought a few basic tools.
Regards.
Bert

[Wapiti Chaser]

That gut hook with the Osage is just what I plan on making as soon as I get the blade and some time. Thanks for sharing.

[bloubow]

Bert,  Very well done on both items.
Just like the bows you built, your talent shows on everything you put your mind in to trying.
I been following this page for a few years now. I didn't know you where interested in building knifes. It has been in the back of mind for a while. I sure enjoy looking at everything that is posted here. Nice to see someone I know posting something. Well done keep them coming....
Yves

[Ray Hammond]

very nice...I like the sheaths also!!

[Bert Frelink]

Thanks guys, just checking with the Mods to see if I can show some pic's of the sheath making process.
Bert.      

[sticshooter]

sure bert fire away.<><

[Bert Frelink]

All right then,
First I make a paper pattern, just the way I do it not sure if thats the right way but it works for me.

Then I carve a border with a simple tool I bought at Tandy leather.

[Bert Frelink]

Then I dampen the edges and stamp a pattern I like.
As well as mark out my stitches also with a Tandy tool, they will be able to help you if you let them know what you are doing.

More tomorrow.
Bert

[Hillbilly81]

Do you happen to have a link to the tutorial that Robtattoo posted?

[Bert Frelink]

http://tradgang.com/noncgi/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=110;t=000596#000001
I hope this worked, Thanks again Rob
Regards.
Bert.

[Hillbilly81]

Got it.  Thank you

[Bert Frelink]

Then I let it dry overnight and do a little staining, I experimented with the stripes a little , I think it looks very classy compared to solid colours.

[Bert Frelink]

And the finished product.

Now go build some sheaths guys.
Regards.
Bert