Sheath-Lock Prototype

[rcmodel]

I put this little knife together to try a goofy sheath idea I had.

Using this blade:
http://www.texasknife.com/vcom/product_info.php?cPath=119_299_393&products_id=842

The Sheath-Lock is the matching handle scale material, riveted to the back section of the sheath.
It fits inside the matching hole in the knife handle.

To release the knife, you punch or pull the lock out of the handle with your fingers while grasping the knife.
It actually worked way better than I thought it would!









rc

 

[bikerdoc]

Innovative and cool. Quite the thinker you are. Ilike the blade shape.

 

[DDeegs]

Neat ! Do you think it will stretch the sheath out with use ?

Dan

 

[Gordon]

That is a GREAT design all the way around, I really like it!

 

[hso]

Cool

When'd you make that?

 

[rcmodel]

Do you think it will stretch the sheath out with use ?

No.
The sheath is pre-stretched when wet form-fitted to the handle.
It should hold it's shape indefinately.

When'd you make that?

2004.

rc

 

[conw]

It is a really neat idea especially for smaller blades. The Buck Hartsook uses a similar concept that I found to work well.



I am enjoying your exhibitions of knives you have made, by the way .

 

[rcmodel]

Thank you conw!
I was wondering if everyone was getting tired of looking at them!

I had not seen that Buck Hartsook you posted.
It is the exact same idea.

I think they stole it from me!!
No, probably not.

It has probably been done before lots of times, but I had never seen it used till I made that one.

rc

 

[JShirley]

I'm also enjoying seeing them.

 

[Vonderek]

RC-It's a very innovative design. Very cool!

 

[bikerdoc]

I was wondering if everyone was getting tired of looking at them!

No! Keep them coming.

 

[hso]

I'll third the cry for more RC cutlery.

 

[Yo Mama]

Nice RC! I also love your posts, and creations. Keep em coming.

 

[lemaymiami]

That design, RC, was worth patenting (if some intelligent fellow hasn't already done so).

 

[JimStC]

rc,
I'll fourth or fifth the request for more posts. It is the first thing I look for each morning. I sincerely appreciate you sharing your knowledge and creations.

Jim