steveb leatherworks: the blather

This is the Carved Knipper.
It’s a collaboration.
The Sheath is made by me, the beautiful blade, by Terry Knipscheid, a super talented and wonderful man, located in MN.

I had this idea for a EDC – every day carry -sized blade and knew of Terry through some work he’d done for me (making me some work blades), so we got to talking and this was the result.

The steel on the Knipper is the usual killer stuff that Terry uses.. I don’t have anymore tech info that that, but can get it if you want…
The scales on the blade is black Micarta, beautiful and durable.

The sheath I wrapped it in is some 10oz, very heavy veg tan leather, my usual fare.
The design that i carved is a one-off, and the colors are cool and will pop and become more apparent over time with wear.
I made the brass bead on the leather lace that allows the blade to be drawn …

The sheath is held to your belt (up to 1.75″ wide) belt by a latigo strip that is installed into the sheath with a combo of stitching and glue.

This is heirloom quality and will never wear out, or fall off your belt.

I never know if I will be able to get more of these made, so if you like it, snag it.
This is the first time I’ve even had one long enough to put it on ETSY… check out what one of my customers said about the Knipper:

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Steve,
Just wanted to drop you a note to let you know how happy I am with my Knipper.
It is awesome. Perfect size, shape, fit and finish.
As expected, you totally rocked the sheath.
The stain is exactly what I was looking for, and of course you came through.
It’s now my favorite knife, and I am kind of a knife guy.
Bottom line.the knife, sheath, bead work together perfectly, and form the ideal EDC package.
Thanks again not only for your artistry, but also for having the eye to pull it all together
Thanks again
John P