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8/26/2014 6:14:15 AM EDT
I have a SSgt Reservist who is dropping off orders in Sep (fucking stupid they won't allow him to extend!).  He's an 03 who became a frigging amazing 01 (Grunt to Admin).  I want to get this engraved and present it to him for his abilities to cut through bullshit and get things done.

It's strictly a joke kind of thing but I want to do it right.

The sword comes with a really cheap ass POS black nylon sheath and I want to replace it with a KABAR-style brown leather sheath; can you guys recommend a maker?

Thanks for any tips.

8/26/2014 6:15:54 AM EDT
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I have a SSgt Reservist who is dropping off orders in Sep (fucking stupid they won't allow him to extend!).  He's an 03 who became a frigging amazing 01 (Grunt to Admin).  I want to get this engraved and present it to him for his abilities to cut through bullshit and get things done.
http://images.ontheedgebrands.com/get/w/400/h/400/A43-BK2178.image?notfound=notavailable
It's strictly a joke kind of thing but I want to do it right.

The sword comes with a really cheap ass POS black nylon sheath and I want to replace it with a KABAR-style brown leather sheath; can you guys recommend a maker?

Thanks for any tips.
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Tag for answers better than posting on this site: http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/forumdisplay.php/820-Sheaths-amp-Such
8/26/2014 6:24:08 AM EDT
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custom sheath makers take way more than a month and are expensive. a leather sheath for my sword was quoted at $ 250+ so I never bothered
8/26/2014 6:34:43 AM EDT
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custom sheath makers take way more than a month and are expensive. a leather sheath for my sword was quoted at $ 250+ so I never bothered
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I didn't notice the dates. Since it is being engraved, how about shadow boxing it for display?
For a presentation/joke piece, it might be cheaper and then it could actually be displayed.
8/26/2014 9:45:10 AM EDT
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I didn't notice the dates. Since it is being engraved, how about shadow boxing it for display?
For a presentation/joke piece, it might be cheaper and then it could actually be displayed.
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custom sheath makers take way more than a month and are expensive. a leather sheath for my sword was quoted at $ 250+ so I never bothered

I didn't notice the dates. Since it is being engraved, how about shadow boxing it for display?
For a presentation/joke piece, it might be cheaper and then it could actually be displayed.

LOL No shit, $250 made me go !

I don't know why I didn't think of a shadow box, that's a much better idea than a sheath, even if it was $20!

The Hive comes through again, thanks!!!
8/26/2014 9:47:55 AM EDT
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If you need fast turn around time I would try to find one locally. Start calling saddle shops or ask around the local Tandy leather store?
8/26/2014 9:52:42 AM EDT
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Get a shadow box made with a plaque that reads "break glass in case of bullshit"
8/26/2014 10:00:11 AM EDT
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Get a shadow box made with a plaque that reads "break glass in case of bullshit"
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That's a good idea.