Crocodile Dundee Knife (Mods done. Post #20)

[AK007FX]

PM inbound.

What do you mean?

 

[Jamesfett]

What do you mean?

I sent you a Personal Message.

 

[AK007FX]

Now, the FINAL version.

 

[AK007FX]

Just finished another project
I made it from the genuine AKUBRA the CROC

 

[Jamesfett]

Well I had to cheat. Looking at AK007FX's amazing sheath I inquired about having one made for mine, however since the material and time is so extensive it's just not something I could swing. If I could spare the funds I would do it in a heartbeat.

Anyway I thought, maybe I could find some scrap piece on Ebay to simply cut and glue a piece on. Well, long story short I did. Most the pieces were either too expensive, or not right. I got lucky and found a scrap pile for $20 and it had a piece that would work. Kind of gross as it has the skin of the hands still on.


It was a bit small, but I was able to use the small left over scraps and natural seems in the skin to add in end pieces.

Not nearly as nice as AK007FX's, but not bad for $20.

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[Jamesfett]

Before and after of the end tip of the sheath that I had to cut a few pieces to cover. Also completed pics.

 

[Jamesfett]

Is this the hat? Someone mentioned the best one ran over $400, but this is not bad.

Hats

Discover the Akubra Hat Collection, where tradition meets modern design. Handcrafted in Australia using the finest materials, Akubra Hats are made for adventure, heritage, and everyday wear. Whether you're seeking adventure hats for the great outdoors or classic country styles for everyday life...

akubra.com.au

 

[Jamesfett]

I made a sheath for my custom DUNDEE knife.

You never explained where you got the knife from?

 

[AK007FX]

You never explained where you got the knife from?

I had it custom made using the size and details that I provided to the guy in Russia
The second sheath I made for my friend from Indiana, USA who also ordered the same knife as mine. And it's already on the way to him.

 

[AK007FX]

Is this the hat? Someone mentioned the best one ran over $400, but this is not bad.

Hats

Discover the Akubra Hat Collection, where tradition meets modern design. Handcrafted in Australia using the finest materials, Akubra Hats are made for adventure, heritage, and everyday wear. Whether you're seeking adventure hats for the great outdoors or classic country styles for everyday life...

akubra.com.au

YES, I found this hat online and made some adjustments so it looks more like in the movie.

 

[Jamesfett]

Well he did an incredible job. His knife and your sheath are the most accurate ones I have seen.

On the hat, I am wondering why they won't ship out of Australia?

 

[Metal Kingdom]

The handle is wrapped with kangaroo leather thong. Really fine and strong, it has been doubled and twisted into a braid. The top layer isnt a sleeve, it’s just another layer of wrap but braided and made from a slightly lighter leather. The guy that made that made some great replicas, but since then he has been reported to take the money and not supply the goods. That looks like an early version. He made some very accurate ones after that. A spot on accurate replica will be available in the future, from a top custom knife maker using an original as reference.

This picture isn’t a replica. It’s the real deal. Taken when it was up for auction.

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Hi there saw your post. I am one who got ripped by The maker paid 1300$. I wrote about it at knifeforum. He is back in the business Making Dundee knives.

The handle is wrapped with kangaroo leather thong. Really fine and strong, it has been doubled and twisted into a braid. The top layer isnt a sleeve, it’s just another layer of wrap but braided and made from a slightly lighter leather. The guy that made that made some great replicas, but since then he has been reported to take the money and not supply the goods. That looks like an early version. He made some very accurate ones after that. A spot on accurate replica will be available in the future, from a top custom knife maker using an original as reference.

This picture isn’t a replica. It’s the real deal. Taken when it was up for auction.

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Hi there saw your post. I am one who got ripped by The maker paid 1300$. I wrote about it at knifeforum. He seems to be back in the business Making Dundee knives. From 2025​