Our scabbards begin with a handmade poplar wood core, 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 Scabbards - base price starts at $395
  (each order is unique - please inquire for a quote)
  
  Each scabbard we make begins with the following:

- 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:

- Scabbard risers (ridge or rib running along the length of the scabbard)
- Tooling (leather patterns / decorations / incised lines)
- Antiquing / Two-tone coloring (the look of aged using coloring techniques)
- Aged (adding actual wear & usage marks, in a artistic manner of course)
- Stitched rain guard (rounded or triangular)
- Terminated leather throat (no rain guard)
- Single-belt Integral complex suspension system - specify buckle or thong
- Double-belt integral complex suspension system
- Longsword (2-point) suspension
- Longsword (2.5-point) suspension
- Longsword (3-point) suspension
- Strap Bridge for Viking scabbards
- Historical buckles & belt tips
- Belt decor pieces
- Chape - Leather with decorative tooling
- Chape  - Steel from basic to complex (handmade)
- Protective gun case to ship the commission back to you (recommended)

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 & historical 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.