Silas, and Leatherman, thx for actually taking time to post pics! I appreciate that! I have to say, in regard to "kydex lined leather", that's a new one to me! I would think a "leather lined kydex" sheath would be more appropriate, but hey, what do I know? Lol IOW's, a kydex sheath that securely holds the knife via handle/scales snapping in, without kydex touching the blade (as many kydex makers are doing now), however, the idea I've always had in my mind for years now, is to Ho ahead and line the inside of the kydex sheath with leather, which would serve to lessen your chances even more of scratching the blade, upon insertion/removal.
I don't know, just a thought I've had running in my head for years. Spoke with a guy out of state today who actually has the same idea coincidentally as well.
I guess some guys just want the retention of kydex, on the inside, and the look of leather on the outside eh? Hell, how bout this to blow your mind? A kydex lined leather sheath, that's ALSO lined with leather??? IOW's, you've got 3 layers! First up, is a thin layer of leather deep inside almost touching (but not quite) the blade, for scratch prevention. Next, you've got the main kydex body of the sheath, for ultra tight retention. Possibly with lightening slots throughout to keep this tri layered sheath's weight down. Then, finally, for those who want the look of leather, you coat the outside of the kydex with leather, thus resulting in a sheath that looks like the kydex lined leather sheath above. Wheeew! Was that confusing enough for everyone????
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