Listed below are knife sheath articles pulished in back issues of The Leather Crafters & Saddlers Journal.  
The majority of these back issues are still in stock and available for purchase.
Back Issues in stock and available for purchase - $7.50 each (USA)
Leather Handled Throwing Knife (and matching sheath) - Tom Gressman          Nov/Dec 1992          Volume 2, No 6    Page 13
A leaf-shaped blade (knife) fitted with leather handle scales and a matching sheath, both decorated with a knotwork design common to
the Celtic age.  Includes photos, illustrations and pattern.
US $7.50
Canada $8.50 USD
Other Countries $14.00 USD
Making a Leather Knife Sheath(s) - Kenneth Rowe                                                     Mar/Apr 1993            Volume 3, No 2    Page 8
Two styles of sheaths are featured in this how-to article.  First is the traditional drop loop, hunter sheath.  Second is the Hi-Ride
cross-draw sheath.  Includes photos and pattern.
US $7.50
Other Countries $14.00 USD
Canada $8.50 USD
Making an Ankle Knife Sheath - John D. Dennehy                                                      Sep/Oct 1994            Volume 4, No 5    Page 25
This sheath is an ankle rig that works best for short blades with slim handles.  The knife is a double edge push-dagger, 5 3/4" overall in
length.  Includes photos and pattern.
US $4.50
Canada $5.00 USD
Other Countries $5.50 USD
J R's Quick Draw Automatic Knife Sheath - J R Richardson                                    May/Jun 2000           Volume 10, No 3  Page 49
Made for the "Buck Model 110 Folding Lockback" knife to open the knife automatically when removed.  Includes photos and pattern.  
Note the "Editors Caution" on the making and use of this sheath.
US $4.50
Canada $5.00 USD
Other Countries $5.50 USD
The next three articles are all in the Nov/Dec 2001 issue
Making a Custom Knife Sheath - Robert Wood                                                            Nov/Dec 2001           Volume 11, No 6  Page 34
Basic principles of making a custom fixed-knife sheath.  Photos and pattern included.

Two Styles of Knife Sheath Patterns - Fred Kilburn                                                                                                                          Page 58
Style one is the typical sheath that hangs vertically from the belt.  The second is a cross-draw style designed with an "apron" to lend
substantial strength when using a narrow belt.  Both sheathes include a sleeve which supports the knife blade inside the sheath instead
of the interior thread of the sheaths edge.  These sheaths are designed around a smaller type of skinning knife.  Phots and pattern
included.

Custom Knife Sheaths - Joe Henry                                                                                                                                                       Page 66
Twelve easy steps to making a custom knife sheath.  Photos included.
US $7.50
Canada $8.50 USD
Other Countries $14.00 USD
Making a Protective Sheath for your Round Knife - Russell Bigelow                    May/Jun 2002           Volume 12, No 3  Page 60
Just as the title says.  Photos and pattern included.
US $7.50
Canada $8.50 USD
Other Countries $14.00 USD
Deep Knife Sheaths - Dick Sherer                                                                                   May/Jun 2003           Volume 13, No 3  Page 16
custom knife sheath for standard hunting knife.  2" belt loop and removable keeper straps.  The leather on this sheath covers 2/3rds of
the knife handle.  Includes photos.
US $7.50
Canada $8.50 USD
Other Countries $14.00 USD
Custom Pancake Knife Sheath -  Steven Harris                                                          Jul/Aug 2003             Volume 13, No 4  Page 34
Designed to be positioned at a 32 degree angle over the right front pants pocket.  The sheath does not hang by a belt loop.  Rather, the
belt passes through the blade part of the sheath.  Photos and pattern included.
US $7.50
Canada $8.50 USD
Other Countries $14.00 USD
Sheath for a Green River Sticker - Dick Sherer                                                            Nov/Dec 2003           Volume 13, No 6  Page 10
The Green River Sticker is a commercial butchering knife.  The sheath for this knife was made to resemble the buffalo skinning knife
sheaths of the 1840-1860 period.  Photos, illustrations and pattern included.
US $7.50
Canada $8.50 USD
Other Countries $14.00 USD
The next two articles are all in the Sep/Oct 2004 issue
Native Heritage Knife Sheath - Will Ghormley                                                              Sep/Oct 2004             Volume 14, No 5  Page 32
This style of sheath was used by Native Americans and frontiersman and was very adaptable to fitting different knives.  It also held the
knife securely as the sheath is fastened under the belt, not on the outside of the belt.  Includes photos and pattern.

A Beautiful Sheath - Brad Martin                                                                                                                                                            Page 74
Fixed blade - knife sheath that hangs from the belt.  Uniquely finished with a Southwest Native American Design - edges finished with a
five-thong braid.  Includes photos and pattern.
US $7.50
Canada $8.50 USD
Other Countries $14.00 USD
Sheath articles in Sold Out Back Issue (individual article photo copy available
for purchase)
- $4.50 each (USA)
Making a Custom Knife Sheath - Silva Fox                                                                   Mar/Apr 1996            Volume 6, No 2A  Page 23
Two sizes of the same sheath are described in this article.  The sheath is angled, designed to be worn on the belt behind the second
belt loop to angle across the back.  This eliminates problems with snagging in heavy brush and makes it comfortable when sitting
down.  Also easy to remove with one hand.  Designed for a 4 inch or 6 inch blade.  Includes photos and illustrations.
US $4.50
Canada $5.00 USD
Other Countries $5.50 USD
Make Yourself a Sheath for that Special Knife - Pete Gorrell                                    Mar/Apr 1996            Volume 6, No 2B  Page 52
How to make a custom knife sheath for a fixed blade knife.  Explains the making of a pattern from the knife, construction of the sheath
and finishing.  Also describes making the sheath with and without a lining.  Includes photos and cut-out/carving pattern.
US $4.50
Canada $5.00 USD
Other Countries $5.50 USD
How to make a Custom Knife Sheath - George Cubic                                               Mar/Apr 1997             Volume 7, No 2   Page 12
Knife sheath for folding blade knives.  Shows how to create the pattern for the knife, construction and finish of the sheath.  Includes
photos and pattern.
US $4.50
Canada $5.00 USD
Other Countries $5.50 USD
Cross Draw Knife Sheath - Deck Sherer                                                                       Jan/Feb 1999             Volume 9, No 1   Page 62
Designed for a knife whereby the blade and handle were built on an arc.  This sheath is mounted so the blade points to the rear.  It can
be removed with a "ready to use" grip and provides a comfortable and safe position of the knife while seated in the saddle.  Includes
photos and pattern.
US $4.50
Canada $5.00 USD
Other Countries $5.50 USD
Horizontal Folding Knife Belt Sheath - Robert G. Schrap                                         Mar/Apr 1999             Volume 9, No 2   Page 26
A knife sheath design to lay parallel with the belt, lending to appearance and comfort.  Photos and pattern.
US $4.50
Canada $5.00 USD
Other Countries $5.50 USD
Bow Hunters Knife Sheath - Art Vincent                                                                       Jan/Feb 2002            Volume 12, No 1 Page 12
made for a "Randall", this sheath is made to carry not only the knife but also a file and hone to keep the knife sharp.  With some
adjustments, other implements can be carried too.  Photos and pattern included.
US $4.50
Canada $5.00 USD
Other Countries $5.50 USD
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Knife Sheath Articles available in Back Issues of
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