Folding Knife Sheath Acrylic Template – Trapper & Hunter Styles
Create professional-looking leather knife sheaths with this reusable Folding Knife Sheath Acrylic Template from Pastor Bob Leatherworks. Designed and made in Southwest Missouri, this template helps leatherworkers create accurate, repeatable sheaths while eliminating the hassle of paper patterns.
Whether you are new to leathercraft or have years of experience, this template makes it easier to build durable and attractive knife sheaths for your favorite folding knives.
Please Note: This listing is for the acrylic template only. Finished knife sheaths, knives, lace, and other accessories shown in photos are for example purposes only and are not included.
No More Paper Patterns
Paper patterns can work for a while. However, they often bend, tear, wrinkle, and wear out. As a result, they become less accurate over time.
Instead, use a durable acrylic template that stays flat and keeps its shape. Because of that, you can trace clean lines and create consistent results every time.
Furthermore, acrylic templates last for years. Therefore, you can make sheath after sheath without creating new patterns.
Choose the Style That Fits Your Needs
This template is available in two popular styles designed for folding knives.
Trapper Style Sheath
The Trapper style offers a traditional look that pairs well with classic folding knives. In addition, it provides a great platform for custom stamping and decorative tooling.
Hunter Style Sheath
The Hunter style features a practical design that works well for everyday carry and outdoor use. As a result, it remains a favorite among many knife owners.
Both styles are designed around popular Buck® folding knives and knives with similar dimensions.
Built for Custom Leatherwork
You can create a simple working sheath or a fully customized showpiece. Either way, this template gives you a solid foundation for your project.
Popular customization options include:
- Basket weave stamping
- Floral carving
- Border stamping
- Initials and names
- Ranch brands
- Decorative tooling
- Antique finishes
- Custom dye work
- Decorative stitching
As a result, every sheath can match your personal style.
Stitching or Lacing Options
The template includes holes around the edge pattern.
If you want a laced sheath like the one shown in the photos, simply use these holes as your guide. On the other hand, if you prefer a stitched sheath, you can ignore the holes and use your favorite pricking irons or stitching chisels to create your own stitch line.
Because of this flexibility, you can build the sheath exactly the way you want.
Durable Acrylic Construction
Each template is precision cut from durable 1/8-inch translucent green acrylic.
This sturdy material provides:
- Clean tracing lines
- Long-lasting durability
- Easy visibility on the workbench
- Consistent results
- Reusable performance for years of shop use
In addition, the bright green acrylic is easy to find in a busy workshop.
Recommended Materials
For best results, use:
- 5–12 oz. leather
- Leather glue or contact cement
- Stitching thread or lace
Optional supplies include:
- Swivel knife
- Stamping tools
- Carving tools
- Leather dyes
- Antique finishes
- Edge finishing supplies
These additional tools allow you to customize your project even further.
Protective Covering Included
To help protect the acrylic during shipping, each template arrives with a protective paper covering applied to both sides.
Simply peel away the protective layer before use to reveal the translucent green acrylic underneath.
Great For
- Beginner leatherworkers
- Experienced leathercrafters
- Knife enthusiasts
- Custom sheath makers
- Craft fair vendors
- Gift makers
- Small leather businesses
- Hobby leatherworkers
Because the template is reusable, it helps save time while improving consistency from one project to the next.
Why Leatherworkers Choose Acrylic Templates
- Reusable for years of shop use
- No more worn-out paper patterns
- Fast and accurate tracing
- Consistent results every time
- Great for stitching or lacing
- Perfect for tooling and carving
- Durable laser-cut acrylic construction
- Easy to store and organize
- Designed and made in Southwest Missouri
- Ideal for beginners and experienced makers
Package Contents
Depending on the option selected, your order will include:
- 1 Acrylic Template Piece
- Or 2 Acrylic Template Pieces
Specifications
Material: 1/8″ Translucent Green Acrylic
Style Options: Trapper or Hunter
Knife Type: Folding Knives Similar to Buck® Patterns
Reusable: Yes
Made In: Southwest Missouri
Brand: Pastor Bob Leatherworks & Laser Engraving
If you want an easier way to create leather knife sheaths, this acrylic template is a great addition to your leather shop. Durable, accurate, and reusable, it helps you spend less time making patterns and more time creating quality leatherwork.
Looking for a different kind? See more Acrylic Templates here
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William Rhodes –
Madison R. –
The bullet loop layout marks are a huge time saver. They helped me achieve consistent spacing throughout the sling.
Evelyn K. –
Very useful for custom builds. It made setup faster and stored easily.
Mary D. –
Very useful for small batch work. It made layout simple and stored easily.
Keith E. –
Great template for pattern tracing. It was accurate and easy to use.
Evelyn K. –
I liked the clean acrylic and the way it made marking easy. I will use it often.
Harvey J. –
These have survived my busy shop without a single crack.
Cecil S. –
The clarity is amazing. I can see every detail of the leather.
Jacob A. –
Very useful for daily leatherwork. It worked better than paper and stored easily. I will use it often.
Lorraine H. –
Truly a “buy it once” kind of tool. Very impressed.
Floyd M. –
The templates are incredibly rigid and offer a great guide.
Jeanette S. –
Excellent customer support and even better products.
Melvin G. –
My belt and holster layouts have never been faster.
Darlene W. –
The translucent green is such a clever way to stay organized.
Delmar S. –
I’m already planning my next order for more templates!
Eloise B. –
Absolute perfection. Every edge is crisp and every line is true.
Ervin J. –
These are the “heavy-duty” templates I’ve been looking for.
Angela T. –
Much better than paper patterns. This template was accurate and dependable. I recommend it.
Blanche W. –
My leatherwork has stepped up a level thanks to these.
Myron G. –
The translucent green is a stroke of genius for organization.
Connie M. –
They don’t warp over time like the thin plastic ones do.
Glenda P. –
You can really feel the quality when you pick these up.
Bradley M. –
My shop efficiency has tripled since I started using these templates.
Judy K. –
The 1/8″ thickness is the “Goldilocks” zone—not too thin, not too thick.
Randall G. –
I love that these are made right here in the Midwest.
Joyce W. –
Best templates on the market, hands down. God bless!
Timothy C. –
Lightweight but tough. They don’t slide around while I’m tracing.
Karen Z. –
Very useful for pattern tracing. It made the build cleaner and stored easily.
Kenneth G. –
Best investment I’ve made for my shop this year. Saves me so much layout time.
Ronald H. –
Fast shipping and the template was packed securely. Great service from Missouri!
Jason L. –
The instructions were clear, and the template gave me repeatable results. I would buy it again.
Thomas W. –
I got clean marks quickly, and the acrylic template helped my cuts look cleaner. It worked right away.
Isabella G. –
I had been looking for a easy to use template for folding knives. This fit the bill. Got the combo pack for both styles of knife.
Austin H. –
Shipping was fast. Looks quality built. Can’t wait to make a sheath using this template.
Nancy S. –
I appreciated the reliable design and the easy tracing process.
Wally K. –
Beats the cardboard patterns I had been using. Thanks
Theo P. –
The bright color material works great in my messy shop. Can’t misplace the template. Made a knife sheath for a trapper. Fit was perfect.
Madison R. –
Easy to use and easy to store.
Cheryl P. –
This reusable pattern felt well cut and made the build cleaner. I recommend it.
Guy R. –
great quality product. Easy to use.
Nathaniel U. –
Excellent template that kept my layout simple. The edges trace nicely.
Kalvin T. –
Easy to use pattern. Set up for either lacing or sewing the edges. Quick shipping.
Patricia Y. –
This pattern felt easy to trace and reduced mistakes.
Matthew U. –
Very useful for pattern tracing. It gave clear edges and stored easily. The instructions helped a lot.
Betty I. –
The edges traced nicely, and the template kept my lines straight from the first project.
Elizabeth X. –
Great template for bench work. It was strong and easy to use.
Cynthia K. –
Much better than paper patterns. This template was handy and dependable. The instructions helped a lot.
Richard S. –
I got clean marks quickly, and the acrylic template made setup faster.
Nancy V. –
Simple to use, easy to store, and helpful for craft projects. I am very pleased.
Richard O. –
I liked the clear acrylic and the way it helped my cuts look cleaner.
Ashley X. –
I got clean marks quickly, and the acrylic template made the build cleaner.
Wesley T. –
Great acrylic template for leatherwork. It helped my cuts look cleaner, and the instructions were clear enough for a smooth first build.
Nancy H. –
I got clean marks quickly, and the acrylic template made marking easy.
Marie Y. –
I switched from paper patterns, and this acrylic template made the whole process faster, cleaner, and more repeatable.
Anthony L. –
The template was easy to trace, and it helped me make cleaner leather cuts right away. It works better than paper.
Stephanie U. –
The tracing template felt easy to trace and made tracing easy.
Virginia E. –
I appreciated the strong design and the easy tracing process. I recommend it.
Evelyn Q. –
Very useful for daily leatherwork. It gave me repeatable results and stored easily. I am very pleased.
Joyce A. –
Very useful for daily leatherwork. It made layout simple and stored easily.