Leather

[Johnnyboy1971]

Hi all, I'm quite new on here but been practicing bushcraft in one way or another for over 20 years.

My question is I'm looking to try making a few leather bits including a pouch and new sheath but am unsure where to source the leather from and how much it will probably cast me.

Any help would be much appreciated.

Many thanks John

 

[Sniper]

I'm sure there will be plenty more folks will give you places for leather but I believe Le Prevo is said to be a great supplier, sorry I have'nt got a link but just search and you shall find.

 

[HillBill]

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Leather-Shoul...UK_Crafts_Leathercraft_LE&hash=item35af067526

I use these, cheaper than most and the leather is good quality. If you use them you need to specify thickness. Anything between 2.5mm and 3.5mm will do for most things. I use 3mm for my sheaths.

 

[demographic]

I don't know my backside from my elbow about this subject but I spotted this download the other day, might be handy to those interested in leatherwork?
Bushcraft 8 Bush Leather Work - Ron Edwards[/URL]

Note from Admin - I've removed the link to the download as it's copyright infringement and it had already been removed from the link, the books are still in print and can be found here http://ramsskullpress.com/products-page/bushcrafts/ Deb and Dave at the Rams Scull Press will be more than happy to help you.

 

[Black Sheep]

Hi John,

Seeing your from W.York's this place might be of interest..........

http://www.jwoodleathers.co.uk/home.html

Their in Keighley.

Richard

 

[Johnnyboy1971]

Thanks guys you have been a great help. Just watch out for more questions from me soon on the same subject.

Cheers John

 

[yomperalex]

Sorry to butt in on the thread, but I am thinking of having a crack at leather work myself.

Main problem I've got is not sourcing it, but knowing which type to go for - seem to be dozens of types of leather available.

I would like to make a sheath for my machette. Any advice on type of leather and thickness?

Thanks in advance.

A

 

[cowboy]

I have some 5mm and 2mm leather if anyone's interested? Pm if you are!

 

[Darkside]

PM sent Cowboy

 

[John Fenna]

Sorry to butt in on the thread, but I am thinking of having a crack at leather work myself.

Main problem I've got is not sourcing it, but knowing which type to go for - seem to be dozens of types of leather available.

I would like to make a sheath for my machette. Any advice on type of leather and thickness?

I would go for Veg Tan cow hide, 2.5 to 4mm, side or shoulder.
I just ordered a re-supply from Le Prevo - a full side (about 20 ftsquare) @£4.48 per ftsquare.

That should see me for about a year or two.....

 

[yomperalex]

Thanks John

Alex

 

[rancid badger]

LePrevo every time and yes, you want undyed veg tan. 3-3.5mm