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  DBK Custom Swords - Handmade Custom Sword Scabbards

Our scabbards begin with a handmade poplar wood core, wool lined, and lacquered for protection from moisture. The core is custom sized & shaped inside and out to the individual sword for a precise fit. All of our 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. We also hand-stitch all of our work for a historical look & feel. Dye colors are 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.

 

  • Custom Scabbard Pricing - Our premium line of scabbard work is featured in our gallery - each order is unique - please inquire for a quote.

    Base Price - $495  -
    The options below are in addition to this base price.

    Each scabbard we make begins with the following that is included in the base price:

- A handmade custom fit lacquered wood core
- Natural wool for a smooth draw, and a protective fit
- Premium hand-stitched custom fit oak tanned leather

- Your choice of dye colors - (unique color requests may be more, please inquire)

Below is our list of options to complete your scabbard order that is not included in the base price):

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

- Scabbard risers (ridges or ribs molded into the leather of the scabbard)
- Tooling (leather patterns / decorations / incised lines) fee is time based
- Antiquing / Two-tone coloring (enhances tooling, with a distinguished antique look)
- Aged (a buffing process that creates the look of an aged/used leather)
- Stitched rain guard (rounded or triangular)
- Terminated leather throat (no rain guard)
- Single-belt complex integral suspension system - specify buckle or thong
- Double-belt complex integral suspension system
- Longsword (2-point) suspension
- Longsword (2.5-point) suspension
- Longsword (3-point) suspension
- Strap Bridge / Slider for early "Viking" type scabbards, fee is time based
- Integral Belt Ring
- Historical buckles & belt tips (strap ends)
- Belt decor pieces
- Round head nails inserted into scabbard
- Chape - Leather with decorative tooling
- Chape  - Steel from basic to moderate to complex (handmade)

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


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 project and take great pride in each and every one, one at a time.

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

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."

 

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(video above: provided by a sword-less scabbard customer demonstrating his result's after receiving his commission. DBK does not guarantee a perfect fit, as humidity, climate and other such unforeseen circumstances can affect the fit. Every attempt will be made however for the best fit possible be it sword-less or not.)

 

 
 

 

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