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I bought the two pack of paring knives just to mess with. This is the result. I’m not a leather worker, so the sheath is not that great.

Homemade Mikko Snellman inspired finnfid.

Pretty happy with how this turned out. It could be better, but it is also my first one.

Made from 1/8 brass nipple, and handle from old screwdriver. I even made the cordage for the knot. Also my first time making cordage. Definitely need some more practice at that.

I’m a huge fan of the Age of Sail. I have been trying to find activities that bring me a little closer to those times.

One thing I have been making traditional sailor’s ditty bags. They were made by sailors to hold sailmaking tools. I try to use all natural materials. Mostly cotton and hemp. The twine is waxed polyester.

This is my first pirate themed one. Hope you enjoy.

After several reties, I finally made it with 8 strands. Not 100% perfect, but I’m pretty happy with it. I still have much to practice.

Lanyard I made for id badge. 4 strand round sinnet, 8 strand square sinnet, Turks heads, lanyard knots, and snake knots. Twisted, fused loop. Made from 95 paracord.

I had Mathew walker knots at the transitions, but I was not happy with them so I covered with Turks heads.

I made these over the last year or so. I have used The Marlinspike Sailor and The Arts of the Sailor by Harvey Garrett Smith as a guide.