which sheath lacing do you guys prefer???

[ouporblowup]

trying to order my first sheath materials and didnt know if their was a preferred lacing material?

or mostly whatever you like better with your chosen leather?

im going with a dark brown Skirting leather from wickett and craigs if that matters any


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[Mike Davis]

I like waxed thread, usually in black or dark brown, seems to help seal the holes up.

 

[tedinatl]

I prefe the waxed thread as well.

 

[tryppyr]

I prefer unicorn intestines, but when I can't get that I fall back to waxed thread.

 

[Camden]

I prefer unicorn intestines, but when I can't get that I fall back to waxed thread.

What about fairy hair?

I've made one sheath and I used abs plastic, then wrapped it in paracord. You know, for that tactical survivalist hunter part of me.

 

[Paliden]

waxed thread is best for sure. i would suggest that you use vegetable tanned leather for the sheath, many of the other leathers, oil tanned / chrome tanned contain something in the tanning agent that promotes rust on HC steels. the veg tanned doesn't.

 

[Horsewright]

You've picked good leather with your Wickett and Craig, some of the best, if not the best. 8/9 oz is about the right weight for a sheath. Go with wax thread if you are hand sewing. I do A LOT of leatherwork. Feel free to email if ya need any help or ideas.