DBK scabbards begin with a handmade poplar wood core, wool lined, and lacquered for protection & strength. The core is custom sized & shaped inside and out to the individual sword for a precise fit, and aesthetic appeal. All of my scabbards are diligently crafted for a smooth draw & sheathing of the blade, every time. The premium oak tanned leather is carefully measured to size, with each detail taken into consideration. All of my scabbards are hand-stitch for a historical look and aesthetic appeal. Dye colors are hand applied via a multi-step process to assure of a smooth transitional blending of color. The end result is a stunning, and artistic scabbard, to compliment your sword in historic fashion.

The finest finished leather is a DBK standard.

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DBK custom scabbards are built using only the highest level of attention to detail.

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• High-End Scabbard Builds ~
  Base price starts at $795
  Please see your options below to complete your scabbard build.

   

• Each scabbard begins with the following features:

  - A handmade custom fit lacquered wood core
  - Natural felt wool for a smooth draw, and a protective fit
  - Premium hand-stitched custom fit oak tanned leather
  - Stitched guard flap (rounded or triangular) or terminated throat
  - Your choice of dye colors

Below is your list of options to complete your scabbard build.
These options are 'in addition' to, and are not included in the base price.

The links shown in light blue within the options list below are only examples of my work, and are not necessarily your only style option. Feel free to inquire about custom options in various styles.

Build elements-

• Scabbard risers (ridges or ribs molded into the leather of the scabbard)

• Cross Diamond Core (topside only) Full Length or Lower Portion Only

• Leather Tooling & Design (leather patterns / decorations / incised lines) fee is time based

• Hand painting & coloring (Example A / Example B) fee is time based

• Antiquing / Two-tone coloring (enhances tooling, with a distinguished antique look)

• Campaign Worn (Light) or Campaign Worn (Moderate) (a buffing process that creates the look of an aged or campaign worn leather)

Harness styles-

• Classic single-belt complex integral suspension harness - specify buckle style or French tie 'thong' style

• Single-belt complex integral, double-overwrap, suspension harness - specify buckle style or French tie 'thong' style

• Single-belt, double-integral, complex integral suspension harness

• Single-belt, single-integral, double-spiral, complex integral suspension harness

• Single-belt, double-integral, double-spiral, complex integral suspension harness

• Single-belt, Matthew Paris Style, complex integral suspension harness for single-handed swords

• Single-belt, Fitzralph Effigy Style, complex integral suspension harness

• Double-belt complex integral suspension harness a historical harness method (great for larger swords)

• Single-belt, Locket Style, 14th century style harness

• Double-belt, Locket Style, 14th century style harness

• Double-belt leather strap joint a leather spiral bind is used to combine the belts

• Double-belt metal strap divider  a metal strap joint piece is used to combine the belts

• Longsword (2.5-point), 15th century style harness suspension harness (a 3rd buckle is behind the scabbard throat that connects to the belt strap, after passing through the main buckle)

• Single-belt, Locket Style, 15th century style harness

Finishing pieces-

• Metal 'Floral' Hole Reinforcement Decor example B: Metal 'Floral' Hole Reinforcement Decor

• Belt decor pieces. Various styles available.

• Strap Bridge / Slider for 'Viking' type scabbards, fee is time based

• Integral Belt Ring a fantasy element to add to your rig

• Historical buckles & belt tips (strap ends) browse my gallery to see what you like

• Historical buckle plates example B: more elaborate

• Round head nails inserted into scabbard

• Metal Chape (scabbard tip or end piece) - Click here for variations. Upon request custom chapes can be made as well.

 

Colors - Dying leather is an art, not a science. Variations in materials, conditions and artist touch will have a direct effect on the results. No two leathers will always accept dye with uniform results. This color chart should be used as a guide as much of my work is custom, and sometimes artistic drive takes the moment as I color. Duplicating a previous effort can be difficult, but will be close. I like to look at each project as a unique one with color choices being a guide. Because when I start the process and determine how the color is being accepted by the leather, my artistic side takes over and I develop the color through technique to it's final look.

 

Custom work will vary in price, please contact us for a quote on your custom scabbard.

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Why go with a DBK custom handmade scabbard?  Each scabbard is individually planned and put together by hand using traditional historic methods, including a hand-stitched seam up the back, and not glued or machine done. The design, detail, and leatherwork that goes into each scabbard is unique to the individual commission, and not mass-produced. Every step is carefully considered for the functionality & aesthetic outcome, including the draw, sheathing, and angle the scabbard will hang from the hip. In short, we consider each scabbard an artistic 'functional' project, and take great pride in each and every one, everytime.

It's all in the details - The DBK Philosophy. Click here and read about what makes a DBK scabbard, well,  a DBK!

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Then the king looked upon the sword, and liked it passing well. "Whether liketh you better," said Merlin, "the sword or the scabbard?" "Me liketh better the sword," said King Arthur.—"Ye are more unwise," said Merlin; "for the scabbard is worth ten of the sword; for while ye have the scabbard upon you ye shall lose no blood, be ye never so sore wounded ; therefore keep well the scabbard alway with you."