Benchmade 140SBT Nimravus Sheath Repair

[2ndCharter]

Gentlepeople,

As the title suggests, I have a Benchmade 140SBT Nimravus. It is my favorite fixed blade and has a bit of sentimental meaning for me. Unfortunately, the thumb lock is worn out and basically doesn't help with any sort of retention.

I've contacted Benchmade and they neither have a replacement part or a replacement sheath as the product is discontinued. I've seen third party kydex sheaths but I'd prefer the locking retention instead of relying upon a squeeze/friction fit.

The sheath P/N is BM981914F.

Does anyone know someone who could perhaps do a repair? Maybe take the old part and do a 3D print with a durable material?


I want to give this knife to my oldest and he'll be doing a bunch of high speed stuff with it (free fall etc). I've got plenty of time so a solution can be whenever it is available.

 

[DanGuy48]

Can’t help you but I have that same knife but totally different sheath. Did Benchmade sell that sheath standard with the knife at one time or was it an option? I bet the sheath will be worth more than the knife someday.

 

[Sam Salvati]

Gentlepeople,

As the title suggests, I have a Benchmade 140SBT Nimravus.

Great knife great sheath good luck on your search.

 

[2ndCharter]

Can’t help you but I have that same knife but totally different sheath. Did Benchmade sell that sheath standard with the knife at one time or was it an option? I bet the sheath will be worth more than the knife someday.

If I recall correctly it was an upgrade option when you bought directly from Benchmade.

 

[Don Galt]

Gentlepeople,

As the title suggests, I have a Benchmade 140SBT Nimravus. It is my favorite fixed blade and has a bit of sentimental meaning for me. Unfortunately, the thumb lock is worn out and basically doesn't help with any sort of retention.

I've contacted Benchmade and they neither have a replacement part or a replacement sheath as the product is discontinued. I've seen third party kydex sheaths but I'd prefer the locking retention instead of relying upon a squeeze/friction fit.

The sheath P/N is BM981914F.

Does anyone know someone who could perhaps do a repair? Maybe take the old part and do a 3D print with a durable material?


I want to give this knife to my oldest and he'll be doing a bunch of high speed stuff with it (free fall etc). I've got plenty of time so a solution can be whenever it is available.

Mine had the same problem w/ no retention. Then I tried to press it harder and the entire thing snapped off. Please let me know if you find a solution. I would be very interested!

 

[2ndCharter]

Update:

I never found a 3D printed lock or another one of these sheaths. I spoke to Benchmade several times and they couldn't help me.

I finally broke down and got a kydex sheath from an independent craftsman, RK Customs. I got it with the optional large Tek-Lok and the landed cost was $52.66.

A lot, I know, but remember that this blade is special to me.

I carry it on a battle belt, twice per day, that is used to walk my K9 just over 1 mile each time. I tore my shoulder in the fall when the 90 lb mutt took off after a rabbit and broke her lead. Now she's on my waist with HD links and a quick release.

So I'm not "drawing" my blade very often but after several weeks of use, I can say that it is a good fit and retention is great.