5 Tips for Better Kydex Sheaths

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Have a Kydex Press and not sure if you're creating the best Kydex sheath? Follow along and I'll show you 5 tips, plus a bonus tip at the end to make the best Kydex sheaths around. Professional knife makers should strive to be the best craftsman they can be, and that should include the knife sheath that comes with it.
Being a professional craftsman includes using the right tool for the job.
One tool that can create success in every shop from DIY to the biggest makers like Alec Steele is knowledge. From Blacksmithing to Knife making we can all learn from each other. Thanks for checking out my channel.
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@latsher2829 2 года назад

All of these steps are why the sheath for my Bishop is perfect! 👍🏼

@GLGForgeworks 2 года назад

I try my very best to create a tool that will be functional and very well made. Thank you as always for the support! ❤️

@z-ZONDER-z_E15 2 года назад

@@GLGForgeworks I have a question? If kydex is a thermoplastic, won't it have problems with melting? Like if I left a leather sheath in my car on accident, it might get a bit crispy, but add some leather cream, and it will be fine. If I have my work knife in a baller kydex sheath instead, won't it just melt/loose tolerance? If you could, answer my question, I would appreciate it 👍

@GLGForgeworks 2 года назад

@@z-ZONDER-z_E15 the heat needed to have it be pliable is 350° or so. So even left in a hot car and it was 120° you would be fine. I hope that helps answer your question my friend.

@justinfacer6332 9 месяцев назад

It's always the guy at the theater that gets me. "Enjoy your movie." "You too, thanks."

@mattpayne6253 2 года назад

I was committed at “ thanks, you too…” 😂 great video man, lots of logic and useful info. I’m relatively new in the kydex world but making holsters, sheaths, and everything in between, this video was super appreciated and you got my subscription 👌👍👍

@GLGForgeworks 2 года назад

Thank you for the kind words. Hopefully I’ll continue to make great content for you.

@kallenavn2783 6 месяцев назад

Thanks alot for the scotchbrite tip, works great with a pad and a sanding block

@user-jg1bo1eb7z Месяц назад

Thanks for the tips John !

@joshhadden1559 Год назад

The scotch bright wheel! Great tip thanks!

@rustytygart405 9 месяцев назад

Thanks for the video every little tip counts

@monstersinktees 2 года назад

Awesome intro. Has the Garand Thumb touch to it. I love it! Great video man. Thanks!

@vn5972 2 года назад

Great tips for those who want a higher quality kydex sheath! Appreciate you willing to share the knowledge to others. Your videos are so helpful. Happy New Year!😊

@GLGForgeworks 2 года назад

Thank you for letting me know! I’m trying to really share some of the things that have helped me along the way. Not just for the maker but the client as well so they will have higher expectations of knife sheaths.

@samvanderbliek614 Год назад

Great video man, love the energy. I have been having some problems getting crisp lines when forming my sheaths. I think pre-heating the foam will give me the results Im looking for, thanks! Greetings from Tortuga Forge in Aruba. ✌🏾

@bryanc13 2 года назад

Thanks for the outstanding tips and info - really appreciate all your insights!

@GLGForgeworks 2 года назад

Absolutely any time friend

@jughead8988 2 года назад

Dude! Amazing video quality for a tiny channel! You'll go far!

@DrewCrabb1231 2 года назад

Good info, and applies to just about anything you need a sheath for. Best belt mounted taco holder I ever crafted!

@GLGForgeworks 2 года назад

Thank you so much. It’s some basic info but something that may help someone starting out.

@kjwtr3100 5 месяцев назад

Funny Guy! Good Tips.

@mattknower8073 5 месяцев назад

Nice tips! Thanks!

@ridehi8083 2 года назад

good video. I like that you called them eyelets and not "rivets". this is the first time Ive heard of using acetone. It would have been cool to see an example of one used with acetone.

@lianagordian1222 2 года назад

Great video!

@DansFriendDan 2 года назад

Well done video, I would like to have seen a sheath being made using these tips so I could see them in action. I'm brand new to using Kydex so maybe this was more geared towards someone who already knows what's going on, but still good info and helpful.

@GLGForgeworks 2 года назад

I am happy to answer any questions. I didn’t want it to be too boring to non makers. I utilize a t shirt press as it heats the Kydex evenly. I started with a $20 toaster oven and that worked for the most part. You want your Kydex to be soft like a wet lasagna sheet. 365-390° for me is the sweet spot. I heat the foam up if it’s cold in the shop. The tape allows a barrier so the blade is not touching the Kydex. Once it’s fully cooled you outline the Kydex with a white charcoal pencil. I use those since it washes off easily. Drill your holes with a Brad point drill bit. 1/4 inch for the Kydex eyelets. I use .80 Kydex for what I do. The .60 is too thin IMHO and the .93 is more for holsters and heavier stuff. I’d recommend looking you Phlster for very in depth tutorials and anything you can in Dark Star Gear. I’ll do a full tutorial in the future as well. Thank you for the support friend.

@gregoryblake3377 Год назад

Do you also make holster for guns? And if so do you use the same thickness kydex?

@jodyrowe8166 Год назад

Killer video. Thank u alot

@johnsanford3596 4 месяца назад

Second time watching, like Gilligan's Island, each time I watch I catch more. A question on your bandsaw, which I see is in a totally awesome bestest ever SWAG stand. What blade are you using? And do you know if those wee portable bandsaws can use anything other than a 1/2" blade?

@jdean1851 Год назад

Thanks for the great info! newsub from Idaho!

@GLGForgeworks Год назад

Thanks for the sub!

@gomezfun8247 2 года назад

great video bro!!!!

@GLGForgeworks 2 года назад

Thank you bud!!! More coming next week

@gomezfun8247 2 года назад

Kydex Belt loops and clips would be a helpful one for me lol

@dickgozinya9228 11 месяцев назад

Link to the Scotchbrite wheel?

@CryptoMatrixMC 2 года назад

Nice video 👍👍 thx 🙏

@GLGForgeworks 2 года назад

You’re welcome and thank you. 🙏

@CryptoMatrixMC 2 года назад

@@GLGForgeworks thx bro 👍👍

@GLGForgeworks 2 года назад

@@CryptoMatrixMC of course, anytime!

@trainwon5699 2 года назад

Well done friend! Where do you purchase the scotch bright wheels…thanks

@GLGForgeworks 2 года назад

I think I grabbed mine off eBay

@Charles-tj8ol 5 месяцев назад

Hello, thanks for the tips. Question: I am making my first kydex press and purchased the extreme foam you suggested. I am wondering if the gap between the surfaces of the press should be made equal to the combined thickness of the two foam panels or should I shrink that gap a hair to account for foam compression? Thanks in advance!