Replacement/repair "Small forest Axe" case/protector

[Agile]

I've just got myself a new Gansfors Small forest Axe, but it arrived with a small amount of damage to the cover/protector on the strap that retains the holder on the axe. It hasn't broken yet, but it is cut cleanly about 1/4 of the way though.

Anyone got any good ideas as how to ensure it doesn't get any worse, or any appropriate replacements should the worst happen and the strap go totally? I was thinking of replacing the strap with a length of paracord, as that's good enough and a little lighter, but ideally a leather replacement of higher quality would be the best idea!

Thanks

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[dommyracer]

Have you contacted the supplier of the axe? Surely they'll replace it.

 

[fred gordon]

One of the rivets in my protector burst and I contacted GB direct. They sent a replacement by return.

 

[buckley]

The sheaths are pants anyway, the quality of the sheath is not equal to that of the axe!

Why don't you get singtek to make you one of his sheaths, it will last forever and adds a nice finishing touch to the axe.

The dealer is legally bound to replace the item surely??

 

[Agile]

The sheaths are pants anyway, the quality of the sheath is not equal to that of the axe!

Why don't you get singtek to make you one of his sheaths, it will last forever and adds a nice finishing touch to the axe.

The dealer is legally bound to replace the item surely??

Yes, he is, but he actually gave such a good service that I'm willing to shoulder this one - usually that isn't the case, but I try and reward good service.

I shall try and contact Singtek, as like you said, the sheath isn't up to the quality of the axe.

Thanks for the input

As an aside, what should I use to "repair" leather if it's broken anyway, glue - stitches, replacement - any ideas?

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[bloodline]

Send it back mate you pay enough for this " wonderful kit" it should be up to scratch no excuses. If they dont want to quality control what they put their name to get out of the business,

 

[g4ghb]

Can you post a piccie so we can see what is broken / needs repair?

 

[buckley]

I tell you what, I have a spare sheath in great condition, as singtek made me a very nice one, the one that came with it is now surplus to requirements

I'll post it to you free of charge on monday morning PM me, I am away working this weekend unfortunately.

Take it easy

 

[Agile]

Can you post a piccie so we can see what is broken / needs repair?

As you can see, it's more of a cut than anything, but it is on the already quite narrow, load-bearing section

 

[Phil562]

I'd just use a wee bit of epoxy

 

[Phil562]

Its only load bearing if you use the GB belt carry method

 

[Agile]

Its only load bearing if you use the GB belt carry method

Thanks for the advice all - I tried it out in the field and found that I didn't really get on with the whole loop in the belt loop method anyway, so I am going to invest in a Singteck brand instead

Thanks all for your help!

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[British Red]

You won't be sorry mate!