The stitch groove is made starting on the right hand side, 1/8 inch from the top edge, al the way around to about 1/8 inch from the center of the sheath where it will fold. That’s it! A lot of thought has gone into the making of these high quality Axe Head Sheaths. When making the preliminary designs and prototype for this item we paid close attention at many of our competitor Axe Sheaths, and then using our many decades of experience in leather work, functional design, understanding of aesthetics and quality of craftsmanship, we ironed out the flaws and issues that we saw in these other products of similar design, to end up with a top of the range Axe Head Sheath that will see many, many years of service.

Whilst the quality and craftsmanship of the Gransfors Axes is exceptional, placing Gransfors Bruks as one of the world leaders of fine quality axes, it cannot, unfortunately, be said of the Axe Sheaths that are supplied with these axes. Since we consider Gransfors Bruks axes to be such a superior product, we thought that they deserved a superior Axe Head Sheath to complement them. The use of the very best quality leather is an essential part of a quality sheath, not only because it looks and feels good, but because it will protect the handler from the cutting edge of the tool as well as protecting the cutting tool from the environment. Our sheaths are long lasting and made of high quality materials, such as 8-9 ounce leather and professional dyes. The sheaths are finished with a beeswax coating to give the leather sheaths protection against the elements. The sheaths are made properly and accurately, so you can expect each sheath to have a secure and tight fit on your axe. The main benefits of any protective axe cover are that your blade edge is protected from the elements and safe to handle when not in use. An axe sheath does both by providing a lightweight but strong and durable cover, usually made of leather, coupled with a strong welt to protect the sharp edge and a secure strap or cover to keep it all in place. Do this on a workbench so that there’s no defect on your sheath. Handle your axe carefully to avoid accidents. Prepare properly before making the DIY axe sheath. Step 1: Make a Sheet of Duct Tape

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VERDICT: The CRKT Berserker sheath is the perfect axe sheath for a small hatchet, but you will need to ensure it fits first. There is no belt strap like the handmade Guatemalan Hide and Drinks axe sheath, but it helps keep it sleek and compact. This design can be especially suited for tomahawks and ornamental hatchets with unusually shaped chopping heads.

Axes require maintenance to keep them sharp and some kind of holster or sheath to protect the edge. Keeping your axe edge covered with a sheath when not in use does three things: it keeps you safe from a sharp edge, prevents your gear from being damaged, and protects the edge of your axe from being dulled unintentionally. You may have heard about making axe sheaths with duct tape. So, does it work, or everybody is making a fool of themselves? Well, even though it’s not a standard replacement for a sheath, it works well if you’re looking for something DIY. Use the same steps to make another sheet from your duct tape. Place the sheet you made before on top of this one. Use the scissors to cut it into the same shape. Now you have two similar axe sheath patterns made of duct tape. Step 4: Join the Two Pieces

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The CRKT Berserker comes in only one size and is designed for their own Berserker axe. Thankfully it also fits other hatchets and axes too but is not suitable for large log-splitting axes. As such, it is a simple construction with stitches holding everything together and a snap button that holds down the flap. This might not be as secure as other axe sheaths, but falling off doesn’t seem to be an issue.

I decided the sheath on the top should cover the blade by about 4 inches. This is somewhat arbitrary, I wanted it wider here so I can make a nice curve down to the bottom part of the sheath in the next steps.Axes and hatchets are one of the most important items in a bushcrafters tool kit. You can use an axe for various things, from chopping and splitting firewood to carving, bushcraft, and even hunting. Without them, living in the woods, building shelters, and maintaining a fire would be incredibly difficult. Install the rivets and snaps following instructions that came with the tools. Install any other embellishments like decorative rivets, etc. Splitting axe sheaths are designed for larger, heavier axes’ and axe heads that are used primarily for splitting up tree trunks for firewood. As such, the sheath is larger and wide to compensate for the increased head size. Due to the heavy-duty nature of this style of axe and its head being considerably wide and heavier – an edge protector is most commonly used as opposed to a full head covering. Chopping Axe Sheath If you choose to make your own, you need to ensure the leather is of high quality, your stitches or rivets are long-lasting, you have an easy opening system, and you pay particular attention to the hidden welt – as this part is the most important for your edge. You could also use cardboard wrapped in waterproof paper for a super cheap version, or even old clothes wrapped around a welt – but these won’t last that long in the elements. Why Do You Need an Axe Sheath?

VERDICT: This is a great axe sheath for general use and keeping your axe’s head covered and lasting a lot longer. There is very little that can go wrong, and it is built to last, which is what you need for protective axe sheaths. The leather is durable and supple and covers the entire top of your axe for utility and style. There is a lot of existing leather that can be re-purposed in this world, which is why the folks at Fiskars have taken some older Italian leather and given it a new lease on life. The Recycled Fiskars Axe Sheath is a nice medium-sized axe protector with stitching and rivets to ensure its durability and is held on with a snap button on a strap. The leather itself looks good but does not seem to look quite as natural when compared to the Hide and Drink artisan sheath.VERDICT: The quality craftsmanship of the Helko Werk Leather Axe Sheath cannot be understated and is all you need to protect the sharp edge of your axe. It is a very simple design that seems to work well for most people and isn’t easily damaged. If you want a rugged but supple leather sheath that will fit most axes, then give this one a look. I adjust the edge guide to about twice the distance of the stitch grove, or about 3/8 inch. Then carefully impress the tool into the leather. It takes a bit to get used to this tool, curves can be especially challenging, so go slowly and thinkthrough your moves! VERDICT: The Hide and Drinks Hatchet Holster is one of our personal favorites, and the leather itself will take on different hues over time, which looks great. The full head covering and the attachment to a belt ensure your hatchet is safe and secure as well as accessible with one hand. If this is the style you are after then, we certainly recommend this as one of the best sheaths for axes and hatchets. My stitch groover is set to be about 3/16 inches from the guide on the right. This puts my stitches about that far in from the edge. I would consider this a minimum for an item like this, you may choose 1/4 inches if you have less experience.