"most people selling shits, they do fold-over shits", "most people that are buying the shits say they are more compact, but you know what, that shit is only a half-inch narrower than my regular shit", "even if you buy a shit and the guy forgets a drainhole, don't make a big deal out of it", "I always spray WD-40 into my shit" The best entertainment I've had for a long time lol
Thanks for the video! I know people recommend a silicone or WD40 oil, but I guess it depends on what you use your knife for. Since I mainly use mine as bushcraft/camp knives, I dont use any synthetic or petrolium oils at all (since I eat with it). I just render some uncured and unsalted pork fat, and use that as a cover all grease. The bonus is that my knife sometimes smells like delicious pork. It isnt the best for long term storage, but My knives never get stored long term. (also, dont use cured bacon fat, as it has salts and other additives not that great for metal, it's best to boil the fat so any salts go into solution with the water, you can then just skim of the top fat when it's cooled) If you just get a knife for the tacticool aspect, use what ever oil you want, but if you actually use it, it was recommended to me by our trail guide to stay away from toxic oils, and use animal fats instead. Hope it helps.
FABULOUS! I love what you have made for the BK2 (my favorite knife). I also like the way you have folded the kydex for the neck carry/drain hole. Very cool. Kudos as well for pointing out the obvious weakness of a drain hole when using high carbon steel. I am a cheap bastard, and as such totally dig your nylon webbing carry options. Two thumbs up! I will keep watching. Cheers!
Excellent work, those sheaths hold that BK2 in place like a skin. The part that is attached to the nylon strap (I'll call it the take off), that gets attached to the sheath is really an impressive piece of the kit. You have so many carry options, a really versatile, quick change around system. Good video, thanks.
I love your thoughts on the mounting options, the no rust myth, the push out with thumb. The knife must be drawn out with one hand for emergency. And the knife must be retained in rough carry. Your sheath is satisfying the both very well. Anyway your shaping is well done and professional!! Please keep up!!
thats exactly what i do pretty often. no actually using another product i mentioned in some recent video (cant recall the name now) made form lanolin that actually creates much tougher coat of food grade film that lubricates and prevents from rust. i think its called fluid film or something like that.
I've seen a few people try to pull the knives out by holding the sheath with one hand and then when it flies out, they try and compensate for them pulling to hard and end up stabbing themselves in the hand holding the sheath.. I like the thumb way, kudos
awesome to see you getting some sales going mike, great work! your skills are just awesome! that bk2 is such a cool blade and i loved all the differant options you came up with for the sheats, very cool brother!
5.45 min in.. just a tip, i made a kydex plate thats reash higher up and made a belt loop of leather instead, then the knife doesnt tip as is does with the orginal belt loop. Its rock steady and you dont even haft to use the upper secure band.you got some nice knives martin sweden
One great thing about having the drainage hole is actually cleaning the sheath from dirt, dust, sand and the like by simply flushing it through, not as easy without one. The thumb thing is pretty common here when it comes to people who know how to use knives but every time i lend someone else a sheath knife my heart skips a beat as they try to pull out the knife while holding the sheath and it pisses me off when they can't put the knife back the right way.
My buddy at the station got a 1cm deep by 6 cm long gash on his hand when he tried to pull out one of our dive knives without using the thumb method. That BK-2 is such a nice knife, if i don't end up going broke getting a new camera i;ll have to look at getting one...
@gavkoo there are 1/4" x 1" and 5/16" x 1"....the black ones are built differently than the others...they look a little more thicker...i have used the round punches before and all i did was polish up the cutting edge with some 15 micron abrasive paper...cut it like butter...i've never used the oblong one but i dont see why it wouldn't work...
@gavkoo I have seen those type of sheaths on Blade Forums, and they are awesome! I must warn you though, leather working is very time consuming, and hard. Forming a kydex sheath in a press takes about 10 min, wet forming leather takes about a day in front of a dehumidifier (which we have), or about two full days to dry naturally. I agree that they look awesome, but for real world use, I prefer all leather, or all kydex. Just my 2 cents ; )
Hey gav, Ive been making sheaths thanks to your videos and they're coming out great, just some have like a little play in the sheath, like at the handle retention its a little loose? Is that just the specific knife or am I messing it up?
you have inspired me to make my own sheaves for my kukri knives - they are great survival knives - i have four and they are hard to make for because they have angled blades -have you ever made one for such a knife - have you any suggestions
Kydex is for rookies! I am returning the leather ... Kydex has scratched all my blades that came with it as standard. Some expensive blades now have Kydex damage !!! I wish blade manufacturers would give you a choice between Kydex for kids or a leather sheath for all blades over $200 ... the leather would be an optional extra (higher cost) ...
Gavkoo, how do you deal with dimensional differences between the BK-2's? I am having an issue where my Ratmandu may be thicker or thinner than someone elses I make a sheath for. I sent a sheath to someone for his RMD and he said he could not get his in the sheath, but the sheath fit my RMD perfectly. How can I fix this issue?
you mention customers in this video but your info page says you dont take orders... i have a custom knife that i would love to have a sheath for, made by you of course. so please let me know if it is at all possible or if im gonna have to make my own.
Great video gavkoo. Lots of good common sense information here. I really like the BK2 sheaths you've done, they look top class. I think having the rivets both sides is very good, not just for mounting options, but for strength. If you ever end up doing stuff for Ontario's (SP43, SP50, RTAK II) please let me know. Actually this probably a big market for your Kydex, the knives are good but the sheaths basically suck.
you made a valid point without saying it.. using your thumb to release the blade is not possible with a fold-over kydex.. i dont sell them but get your moneys worth people
Hmm. The simple foldover sheaths /are/ marginally lighter, but I'm not sure by how much...that's the only real advantage I can see to them, other than compactness for a neck knife.
Hey I was wondering would you perhaps maybe make me a sheath for my cold steel perfect balance thrower 13inch version? Please respond back with maybe an estimate on how much it might cost.
Hello such, I would ask you a question be yes I could sell a team like that with everything and knife and as I get with shipping to Mexico because here in Mexico do not get this material
It's also possible that the person is very sloppy with their draw, or the sheath is poorly made. A knife can only be dulled by a sheath if they are sliding the edge on it or something.
Hey bro love your vids i was wondering if you could help me out with a kydex problem i had. i was trying to make a kydex sheath for a simple mora but after i finish heating the kydex i IMMEDIATELY mold it but it doesn't get that secure ex look like yours does, it hardens pretty fast and i cant seem to get that nice mold any tips? i have wasted like 20 bucks in kydex with no success i would appreciate if you could help me, thanks
Great to see that you got your BK-2! I really like the new sheath designs. Its okay if you use my name in your videos bro...I get more views that way: ) I'm just kidding: ) I agree with you on the fold over vs pancake sheath. I used to prefer fold over, but now that I saw the sheath you made me...I am a total convert: ) lol Can't wait for it to get here. I have already made my leather belt loop for it, and I might try to hot wax it. Hot waxing makes it pretty much weather proof, and really hard.
Love your videos, man. I am just now getting into sheath making. Not for selling just yet, but for my own knives. Seems like most hundred dollar knives come with a two dollar leather sheath that won't hold on a real carry. So I'm watching all your vids I can get.
@gavkoo all i do is leather...ive made about 25 so far and their all wet molded. it does take time and i have spent a small fortune on the tools. i would be willing to do a leather sheath for you for one of your folders. if you want id trade a leather for a kydex....just get with me
"most people selling shits, they do fold-over shits", "most people that are buying the shits say they are more compact, but you know what, that shit is only a half-inch narrower than my regular shit", "even if you buy a shit and the guy forgets a drainhole, don't make a big deal out of it", "I always spray WD-40 into my shit"
The best entertainment I've had for a long time lol
Code325 LMAO
Disclaimer! "Shit" gets crazy
They way you wrap the kydex around the end of the scales, but only just enough, is a great method. Good skills thx for the video.
Love how you say the word sheath like "shit" :D
Thanks for the video! I know people recommend a silicone or WD40 oil, but I guess it depends on what you use your knife for. Since I mainly use mine as bushcraft/camp knives, I dont use any synthetic or petrolium oils at all (since I eat with it). I just render some uncured and unsalted pork fat, and use that as a cover all grease. The bonus is that my knife sometimes smells like delicious pork. It isnt the best for long term storage, but My knives never get stored long term. (also, dont use cured bacon fat, as it has salts and other additives not that great for metal, it's best to boil the fat so any salts go into solution with the water, you can then just skim of the top fat when it's cooled)
If you just get a knife for the tacticool aspect, use what ever oil you want, but if you actually use it, it was recommended to me by our trail guide to stay away from toxic oils, and use animal fats instead. Hope it helps.
Great points, I use olive oil too.
FABULOUS! I love what you have made for the BK2 (my favorite knife). I also like the way you have folded the kydex for the neck carry/drain hole. Very cool. Kudos as well for pointing out the obvious weakness of a drain hole when using high carbon steel. I am a cheap bastard, and as such totally dig your nylon webbing carry options. Two thumbs up! I will keep watching. Cheers!
Your tutorials kick-ass, plus all the sh*ts are hilarious too!!
Excellent work, those sheaths hold that BK2 in place like a skin. The part that is attached to the nylon strap (I'll call it the take off), that gets attached to the sheath is really an impressive piece of the kit. You have so many carry options, a really versatile, quick change around system. Good video, thanks.
I love your thoughts on the mounting options, the no rust myth, the push out with thumb. The knife must be drawn out with one hand for emergency. And the knife must be retained in rough carry. Your sheath is satisfying the both very well. Anyway your shaping is well done and professional!! Please keep up!!
AT LAST! SOMEONE SENSIBLE AND TELLING THE TRUTH ABOUT KYDEX. COMMON SENSE. WELL DONE MATE.
thats exactly what i do pretty often. no actually using another product i mentioned in some recent video (cant recall the name now) made form lanolin that actually creates much tougher coat of food grade film that lubricates and prevents from rust. i think its called fluid film or something like that.
I've seen a few people try to pull the knives out by holding the sheath with one hand and then when it flies out, they try and compensate for them pulling to hard and end up stabbing themselves in the hand holding the sheath.. I like the thumb way, kudos
awesome to see you getting some sales going mike, great work! your skills are just awesome! that bk2 is such a cool blade and i loved all the differant options you came up with for the sheats, very cool brother!
very nice man!! Your work is evolving day by day, more experimenting is always cool to see also!!
5.45 min in.. just a tip, i made a kydex plate thats reash higher up and made a belt loop of leather instead, then the knife doesnt tip as is does with the orginal belt loop. Its rock steady and you dont even haft to use the upper secure band.you got some nice knives martin sweden
Those little sheaths. What a bunch of sheaths.
One great thing about having the drainage hole is actually cleaning the sheath from dirt, dust, sand and the like by simply flushing it through, not as easy without one.
The thumb thing is pretty common here when it comes to people who know how to use knives but every time i lend someone else a sheath knife my heart skips a beat as they try to pull out the knife while holding the sheath and it pisses me off when they can't put the knife back the right way.
You fill it like a cup and dump. That’s what you do anyways unless you’re sitting there waiting for it to poor out the hole… then no one can help you
My buddy at the station got a 1cm deep by 6 cm long gash on his hand when he tried to pull out one of our dive knives without using the thumb method. That BK-2 is such a nice knife, if i don't end up going broke getting a new camera i;ll have to look at getting one...
Great Video! I enjoyed learning all about the tips. Take care.
Lol. Great video and tips! A lot of us English speakers don't know that the TH sound is rare. Is anyone aware of another language that uses it?
@gavkoo there are 1/4" x 1" and 5/16" x 1"....the black ones are built differently than the others...they look a little more thicker...i have used the round punches before and all i did was polish up the cutting edge with some 15 micron abrasive paper...cut it like butter...i've never used the oblong one but i dont see why it wouldn't work...
@gavkoo
I have seen those type of sheaths on Blade Forums, and they are awesome! I must warn you though, leather working is very time consuming, and hard. Forming a kydex sheath in a press takes about 10 min, wet forming leather takes about a day in front of a dehumidifier (which we have), or about two full days to dry naturally. I agree that they look awesome, but for real world use, I prefer all leather, or all kydex.
Just my 2 cents ; )
I love your accent and how it sounds like you're saying 'knife shit' and 'photo shit' LOLOLOL. Good video. Thanks.
Hey gav, Ive been making sheaths thanks to your videos and they're coming out great, just some have like a little play in the sheath, like at the handle retention its a little loose? Is that just the specific knife or am I messing it up?
you have inspired me to make my own sheaves for my kukri knives - they are great survival knives - i have four and they are hard to make for because they have angled blades -have you ever made one for such a knife - have you any suggestions
i just ordered a new blade... it's coming your way as soon as i get it.. i think you will like it.
sort of off topic but that OD green kydex is wicked sick
Kydex is for rookies! I am returning the leather ... Kydex has scratched all my blades that came with it as standard. Some expensive blades now have Kydex damage !!! I wish blade manufacturers would give you a choice between Kydex for kids or a leather sheath for all blades over $200 ... the leather would be an optional extra (higher cost) ...
What's all this talk about "shit" and "shits"????
Gavkoo, how do you deal with dimensional differences between the BK-2's? I am having an issue where my Ratmandu may be thicker or thinner than someone elses I make a sheath for. I sent a sheath to someone for his RMD and he said he could not get his in the sheath, but the sheath fit my RMD perfectly. How can I fix this issue?
you mention customers in this video but your info page says you dont take orders... i have a custom knife that i would love to have a sheath for, made by you of course. so please let me know if it is at all possible or if im gonna have to make my own.
Great video gavkoo. Lots of good common sense information here. I really like the BK2 sheaths you've done, they look top class. I think having the rivets both sides is very good, not just for mounting options, but for strength. If you ever end up doing stuff for Ontario's (SP43, SP50, RTAK II) please let me know. Actually this probably a big market for your Kydex, the knives are good but the sheaths basically suck.
Hi mate. What type of pouch is that on the sheath and where can I get one please? Excellent vids mate
Thanks
Rob
what do you say about all those who claim the kydex drastically dulls the blade each time its drawn and placed back into the sheath???
you made a valid point without saying it.. using your thumb to release the blade is not possible with a fold-over kydex.. i dont sell them but get your moneys worth people
Can you please make a video on making that fold over bk2 kydex sheath.tnx!
Hmm. The simple foldover sheaths /are/ marginally lighter, but I'm not sure by how much...that's the only real advantage I can see to them, other than compactness for a neck knife.
Hey Mike...Can we just spray some WD-40 inside the sheath to displace water and also for rust prevention?
Hey. Not sure who put the video up but I wouldn't mind ordering a couple of those for myself. Any chance I could place an order?
what thickness of kydex do you use. Love the sheaths.
Very informative video
How muck would you charge for a belt loop just like the one on that knife but made of kydex? It would be for a cold steel srk
what size rivets are those...? nice sheaths!
@gavkoo
okay thanks for the response =) excellent job on the sheats!
Hey I was wondering would you perhaps maybe make me a sheath for my cold steel perfect balance thrower 13inch version? Please respond back with maybe an estimate on how much it might cost.
How did you get the mold so detailed?
right now only by buying one of my custom knives. maybe later on when i will go full time knifemaking i might offer kydex sheaths again, but not now
what pouches are those you are putting on those knifes ?
Where can I find this pouch .. thank you
This sheath right here.
Grat video with alot of good advice i am now a subscriber :)
Thank you very much Mr Gavko =)
You made some great points. Thanks for the tips
Hello such, I would ask you a question be yes I could sell a team like that with everything and knife and as I get with shipping to Mexico because here in Mexico do not get this material
just excellent bro! where do you usually buy your raw kydex material?
It's also possible that the person is very sloppy with their draw, or the sheath is poorly made. A knife can only be dulled by a sheath if they are sliding the edge on it or something.
Hey bro love your vids i was wondering if you could help me out with a kydex problem i had. i was trying to make a kydex sheath for a simple mora but after i finish heating the kydex i IMMEDIATELY mold it but it doesn't get that secure ex look like yours does, it hardens pretty fast and i cant seem to get that nice mold any tips? i have wasted like 20 bucks in kydex with no success i would appreciate if you could help me, thanks
Can you make a kydex sheath for a browning folding combat knife?
Kabar Becker BK-2. It is a very popular model.
Great to see that you got your BK-2! I really like the new sheath designs. Its okay if you use my name in your videos bro...I get more views that way: ) I'm just kidding: ) I agree with you on the fold over vs pancake sheath. I used to prefer fold over, but now that I saw the sheath you made me...I am a total convert: ) lol Can't wait for it to get here. I have already made my leather belt loop for it, and I might try to hot wax it. Hot waxing makes it pretty much weather proof, and really hard.
those velcro strap holes would be easy word with a dremel tool.
What kind of black pouch is that on the bk2??
Ihave to get a sheath for my bk2 sooner or later. the original sheath dulls my edge like crazy
Any kydex for Schrade SCHF10 ? If yes how much it's ?
to me it was pretty much common sense.. why would Ka Bar issue Kydex sheaths to new blades.....
how much would it cost for a bk2 sheath
man, i really wish you were making custom sheaths lol i kinda wish i had a kydex-only sheath for my ZT 0100 :P
Good points .
PUSE WIT DA TUMB!
Love your videos, man. I am just now getting into sheath making. Not for selling just yet, but for my own knives. Seems like most hundred dollar knives come with a two dollar leather sheath that won't hold on a real carry. So I'm watching all your vids I can get.
Can't find your web site
if you dont push with da tomp?
I ment how can buy a sheath from you ?
cool
i came here to ask whats the best thickness to use?
Its been years, but i used to use 0.08”
@gavkoo all i do is leather...ive made about 25 so far and their all wet molded. it does take time and i have spent a small fortune on the tools. i would be willing to do a leather sheath for you for one of your folders. if you want id trade a leather for a kydex....just get with me
Can u make one for the bk7
What kind of knife is that?
I love these kinds of shits
Can I please order one of those from you?
How do I order?
Please message me... Interested in acquiring that green sheath you made. Was curious about your prices. PM me please.
Qual o tipo de espuma posso usar?
bust those myths gav!!!! you know your kydex.
@ryanrrx buying?
@gavkoo
Go for it bro, you will do great. As always: )
You have monstrous hands
how much u charge
WD-40 is NOT a lubricant! It's for removing rust and WILL pit metal over time! Unless you're using their lubrication formula specifically ...
He dude how can i guy a sheath from you ?
@gavkoo
it's pretty big.. do want me to send you a pic?
In advance thank you very much
Im dying
Tracie Roberts lol
muito bonito suas bainhas gostei demais! sou do Brazil e faço bainhas de tubos de encanamento de água
I NEED A sheath
@gavkoo
yup kydex sheath... gonna send you a pic. i have your address so let me know if you can make it happen.
HAHAHA It sounds soooo much like he's saying "shit"
year old video... i dont sell sheaths no more, sorry.
Hey, Vay you tolk shiet like dat a? haha
dw 40 o's corrosive and will rust your blade use regular olive oil if any thing
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