Swords and Fiber

[helwen]

Was poking around at Kult of Athena and thought I'd see if they had a scabbard that would fit the sword I already have, but no luck. The one that comes closest is the scabbard for LoTR Sting blade (too short and fantasy besides). If they sold gladius scabbards I'd be all set, because even though the hilt is a medieval style the blade length is

Comments

[jdulac]

it's not too hard to make a scabbard, if you are willing to have something simple...

[helwen]

I have given it some thought, but I favor having a wood scabbard, with or without leather covering. I dislike soft scabbards. But I do have some interesting bits of wood here so maybe I can cobble something together this year. I used to be somewhat decent at basic woodworking after all.

I've had a couple of offers to make one for me, but it's never worked out. Which I guess leaves it up to me -- in my copious spare time, of course!

[jdulac]

I am talking about a leather-covered wood scabbard