Tandy Leather Making Leather Knife Sheaths Vol. 3 61966-03 (Making Leather Knife Sheaths, 3)

I am super happy with this book. It walks through every step of planning and crafting two specific types of knife sheathes. I already have a few years of leather work experience but wanted to see if I could learn anything new about the sheath making process, and I did. I have seen so many books that advertise themselves as for beginners, this is not one and it is better for it.

These volumes are excellent for those who are beyond beginner status but not yet "grizzled" expert. In other words, one who is comfortable with buying grade "A" leather and making the sheaths with little waste. Likewise, I would not recommend for the beginner unless one is adept at tooling, dyeing, cutting, skiving, sewing, template usage, pattern making,etc.Knowledge of tools and techniques are essential in making the sheaths. For instance, the first project, The Mexican Loop Sheath, is somewhat complex. 29 materials and 24 tools are necessary for the project- although veteran leathercrafters probably might use fewer materials and tools depending on the level of expertise. However, I would take seriously the ability to use the plastic templates for measuring and drawing, as well as having elementary arithmatic skills. As metal and woodworkers know, correct measurements count. Leathercrafting is no exception. And every leathercrafter beyond the beginner level knows, a slight mm or inch off makes quite a difference in the project's finished appearance. But eventually when one feels comfortable using tools as an extension of one's hand, project's like this become less complex, and quite enjoyable. I love making sheaths because I love the huge variety of knives available. And if one is or decides to become a knife maker, making sheaths is an added benefit. Actually, it can become quite a lucrative enterprise, such as making custom sheaths for COS players, outdoorsman, collectors- and of course repairing sheaths is a viable side business itself. The best part of these volumes are the photo-illustrations, presented as one is walked through each project; and the respect the authors give to the readers by not becoming needlessly or overly "wordy", but staying within the technical parameters of using jargon and terms understood by the average knowledgeable leathercrafter. I'm looking forward to Volume 4. These books are very leathercrafter-friendly, and I'd recommend all volumes as an addition to your library as a fast and valuable resource. Enjoy and happy leathercrafting !.

This is the third book in the series and the only one that I've bought. Easy to read and hopefully will help with my sheath making projects

Finally purchased the next in line and it was perfect because it gave me the patters and ideas I needed to finish a piece for a friends blade. This series is awesome, I truly would recommend this series of books to have in your library.

This book is very well put together from a manufacturing stand point.I found it to be outdated for my needs.If you are just starting in leather work you may find it useful.Has 2 sheath construction techniques,neither of which interested me,so I sent it back.Good value if it would be useful to you.

It was clear, to the point, and easy to follow. I like the book.

This is a great book while written with a lot of pictures I thoroughly enjoyed reading at the spiral bound back is a very nice plus

THE BOOK IS ALRIGHT, BUT WHY GIVE MEASUREMENTS IN METIC FORM ?