{"title":"Leatherwork","description":"\u003cp\u003eLeatherwork for tools handmade by Tinker and Fix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy focus is mainly tool related – making sheaths for axes, knives and garden tools.  That can be a simple as a blade cover for a Sloyd wood carving knife or a custom, multi-pocket, holster for garden tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have a range of items designed to fit the tools we stock - from sheaths for Axes (Gransfor Bruk and Hultafors), to holsters for secateurs (Niwaki and Felco). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI offer custom commission work... which has seen me make everything from replacement knife and axe sheaths for tools passed down, to a set of custom sheaths for professional cheese knives, and a specialist clay pigeon shooting bag. Just get in touch via\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:hello@tinkerandfix.co.uk\"\u003ehello@tinkerandfix.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand we can chat about what you a looking to achieve.  With most sheaths it's much better if I can physically fit it to your item.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"leather-sheath-for-skatewood-hori-hori","title":"Leather sheath for Skatewood Hori Hori or Barebones Hori Hori","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe heavy duty Hori Hori's we used for the Skatewood handle project are great but we've struggled with a sheath for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe did find some nylon ones for them but the fit just wasn't good enough for us to be confident in offering them for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe solution has been to make some ourselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese sheaths are made from 3mm veg tan leather and have a rustic traditional saddlery look to them.  The thickness of leather used makes them extremely durable and they'll only need a little oil and wax to keep them going for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Saddle Tan with natural thread colour will be our standard option, and we'll keep those in stock.  However custom colour options for both the leather and thread aren't an issue.  Just get in touch and we're happy to make something custom for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits both our Skatewood Hori Hori and the Barebones Hori Hori\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e** this is just for the sheath - Skatewood Hori Hori sold separately \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/made-by-tinker-and-fix\/products\/skatewood-heavy-duty-hori-hori\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Tan","offer_id":43532433719511,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Custom","offer_id":43532433752279,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/3_0cd542ff-4c53-499e-8b40-65aa26feafd3.png?v=1723795752"},{"product_id":"knipex-cobra-xs-100-pliers-and-leather-sheath","title":"Knipex Cobra XS 100 pliers and leather sheath","description":"\u003cp\u003eGerman manufacturer Knipex make some great pliers and snips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are the smallest pliers they make at just 100mm in length.  Don't be fooled by their small size as they are the same quality as the larger tools and are extremely useful if space is tight.  Their small size also means they can also happily live in your pocket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombine these pliers with a penknife in your pocket and you have a real alternative to carrying a Leatherman multitool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied with a custom made, hand stitched, leather sheath to keep things tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Saddle Tan","offer_id":43623672873175,"sku":"","price":44.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black","offer_id":43623672905943,"sku":"","price":44.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Green","offer_id":43623672938711,"sku":"","price":44.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/1_aa80008b-632e-45bd-83e4-f5ccc7178044.png?v=1674729846"},{"product_id":"leather-bit-holder-for-elementary-no-1","title":"Leather bit holder for Elementary No 1","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Elementary Screwdriver No 1 is great but storing the 1\/4 inch hex bits for it has always bit a bit of a pain.  The cardboard box it comes in isn't designed as a long term storage option and after awhile it becomes a little tatty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI've been playing with ideas of how to store the bits with this screwdriver for awhile.  I'm happy with this design and it can now be bought on its own here - or with a new No 1 screwdriver \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/elementary-screwdrivers\/products\/elementary-screwdriver-no-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheath is hand made by us from veg tan leather. It's designed to slide over the end of the screwdriver and hold up to seven hex bits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the moment its Tan and Black as standard, but if you'd like other leather or thread colours just get in touch and ask me nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product listing is just be the leather sheath - no bits or screwdriver included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43776697073879,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/1_531f35e6-1101-4228-a063-655e157b5e0a.png?v=1681053852"},{"product_id":"tinker-and-fix-secateur-leather-holster","title":"Tinker and Fix Secateur Leather Holster.","description":"\u003cp\u003eI've been playing around with designs for a combined secateur and garden knife holster for awhile.  This is the final version and I'm really happy with how its turned out.  I grew up watching a lot of Westerns and this has ended up with a strong Clint Eastwood gun slinger vibe to it.  For me that can only be a good thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe holster is based around a Niwaki Sentei secateur and an Opinel No 8 garden knife.  This means it should fit most A and S shape Japanese style secateurs and knives that are similar to the Opinel No 8.  Secateurs with a lot of bulk around the hinge, such as Felco, are unlikely to fit this design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe holster is available on its own, or as a set with a new pair of Niwaki Sentei's and an Opinel garden knife.  The belt is not included and just in the photo's for reference.  Leather will mould to the shape of the tool and will be initially quiet tight.  With use this will relax into a secure fit.  If you are buying just the holster on its own it will be supplied \"flat\" and you'll stretch the leather when you insert your tools for the first time.  We'll also supply a tin of our leather wax which helps with the moulding process and then can be applied overtime to keep the leather supple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe holster is hand stitched and made from 3mm veg tan leather.  This is extremely durable but will soften and shape with wear and use.  It's roughly 20cm long and 15 cm wide with 4cm belt holes.  It's been designed to be worn on a belt of between 1 and 1.5 inches.  If you would like to use a wider belt than this then let me know and we can make one with larger holes for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack and Tan is our standard colour, but happy to discuss custom options for both leather and thread colour.  Each one is hand made by us so can easily be tailored to you requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e** there might be a slight delay to the dispatch of this item ... depending on how caught up we are with making them! **\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also have a version that will fit a Felco #2 secateur and that can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/made-by-tinker-and-fix\/products\/tinker-and-fix-large-secateur-leather-holster-felco\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Leather Holster only","offer_id":43798912958679,"sku":"","price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Leather Holster + secateurs + garden knife","offer_id":43798912991447,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Red leather with white thread - holster only","offer_id":57014792257920,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/LeathergardensecateurholsterhandmadeintheUnitedKingdom3.png?v=1686733703"},{"product_id":"lopper-sheath-leather","title":"Lopper Sheath - Leather","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis sheath has been made to fit the Niwaki Loppers, which can be found here.  It will fit other similar sized loppers but please get in touch so that we can double check for you.  Or we can alter the sizing to make it work for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from 3mm veg tan leather.  Stitched and copper riveted for extra strength.  Made by me completely in house so leather and thread colour can be changed if you would like.  As standard they are saddle tan with natural thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a functional sheath, and I don't like wastage so you might find the odd mark on the leather from new.  All hides have some scars and branding marks - I think this adds to the history of the item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLoppers can be difficult to store as they tend to open if hung.  This sheath has a solid brass ring to allow it to be hung and a leather strap to secure the lopper.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44057399296215,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/2_8acb53a5-8ed2-4432-9c50-9a363e1d338c.png?v=1694527558"},{"product_id":"leather-garden-shear-sheath","title":"Garden shear sheath - Leather","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis sheath has been made to fit the Niwaki Garden Shears, which can be found here.  It will fit other similar sized shearsbut please get in touch so that we can double check for you.  Or we can alter the sizing to make it work for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade from 3mm veg tan leather.  Hand stitched for extra strength.  Made by me completely in house so leather and thread colour can be changed if you would like.  As standard they are saddle tan with natural thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a functional sheath, and I don't like wastage so you might find the odd mark on the leather from new.  All hides have some scars and branding marks - I think this adds to the history of the item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShears can be difficult to store as they tend to open if hung.  This sheath has a solid brass ring to allow it to be hung and a leather strap to secure the shear.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Red leather with white thread","offer_id":44070374506711,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Saddle tan with natural thread","offer_id":44070374539479,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/6_ae32c2ef-fa26-4947-86a6-b8e10190853a.png?v=1694527592"},{"product_id":"tinker-and-fix-large-secateur-leather-holster-felco","title":"Tinker and Fix Large Secateur Leather Holster (Felco)","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs soon as we made the first leather secateur holster to hold a pair of Japanese style secateurs and an Opinel garden knife, the questions started....\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"When are you going to make a version that fits a pair of Felco's?\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe challenge I had with this is that although I think the Swiss are great at making chocolate and cheese, I'm not a fan of their pocket knives or secateurs!  Not owning a pair of Felco's* made it easy for me to kick it down the line.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut after being, quiet rightly, pestered by several customers we now have a option that I'm really happy with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis holster is based around a Felco #2 and an Opinel garden knife.  Other Felco's, or secateurs of similar dimensions should also work.  Especially as the leather tends to stretch and mould to what its holding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompletely handmade by us from 3.5mm veg tanned leather.  Designed to be worn on the hip and will fit on belts up to 1.75 inches.  The main compartment is angled to allow easy insertion and removal of both the secatuers and knife.  The bottom of the main compartment is left open to stop debris building up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe holster is roughly 14 cm wide and 23 cm long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leather will be initially stif and will soften and shape to wearer with use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard colour will be black and tan.  If you would like a custom colour then thats not an issue.  Just order using the custom option and then get in contact to discuss your requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you'd like a leather holster for your Japanese style secateurs that can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/made-by-tinker-and-fix\/products\/tinker-and-fix-secateur-leather-holster\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*  I do rate the quality of Felco's ... they just don't fit my hands and I'm not keen on the lock design.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Black and Tan","offer_id":45211365408983,"sku":"","price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Custom","offer_id":45211365441751,"sku":"","price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/1_b00d09fd-a8c7-4f6c-8a9c-4c4d084429da.png?v=1716303394"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/collections\/leatherwork_by_TInker_and_Fix.webp?v=1784807576","url":"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/leatherwork-by-tinker-and-fix.oembed","provider":"Tinker and Fix ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}