- Fits AK 3, AK 3.5 and AK 4.5 Kydex Sheaths
- Fits belts up to 2″ wide
- Firesteel Ferro Rod Holder
- Hardware Is Included
- 1.5″ Vertical MOLLE Hole Spacings
- 2″ Horizontal Hole Spacings (see pictures).
- Made from heavy top grain leather to last for years.
- For Right and Left hand carry.
This leather backer features an attached firesteel ferro rod holder, and a generous amount of hardware for a variety of attachment scenarios. The included rubber washers go between the leather back and the sheath.














































































Michael –
I chose a #12 leather back because the tech-lock rode too high, most of the nylon stuff is thin and floppy, and the Kydex loops I found still set the knife pommel well above the belt. I placed the leather backer in a way that the belt loop came aprox. 3/8″ from the end of the handle. The upper most nickle plated piece is the only Chicago screw; the other three are actually rivets. I’m going to remove the screw and replace it with a leather strap and button snap. This should give me a secure mount for the handle, keeping it close to the body. I find the #12 black leather back to be a high quality and well designed piece. I chose the no loop option because I already have the Kydex loop. Included are plenty of black Chicago screws and some spacers to mount onto a TKC sheath. — Originally posted at TheKnifeConnection
William –
I just received this from TKC, along with an ESEE 3. It’s a major upgrade for the stock ESEE sheath. As much as I love ESEE, I don’t like how high some of their knives ride when using the provided belt clip. It pokes me in the side all day. — Originally posted at TheKnifeConnection
This leather backer allows you to adjust that height. It’s very easy to install and adjust. You only need a phillips screwdriver. The finish on the leather is a little rough around the edges, but it’s tough, quality material. This — and the knife — will outlast me for sure. — Originally posted at TheKnifeConnection
Phillip Jeffers –
This leather backer really impoved my setup – it is aesthetically pleasing (adding leather to the unnatural looking plastic stock sheath) and now rides on my hip at a much more comfortable height than the stock clip. — Originally posted at TheKnifeConnection
Definitely happy with this purchase. — Originally posted at TheKnifeConnection
Brent Brian –
The leather backer for the Esee 4 is geat. It drops the knife down a bit so it doesn’t rid so high on your belt. Thick leather and well made — Originally posted at TheKnifeConnection
Warren meder –
Fits my esee 3 kydex perfect. — Originally posted at TheKnifeConnection
MAURICE CUTTING –
Architect: #2 Leather Backer WITHOUT Loop, BROWN | Fits ESEE 3/4 Width Sheaths — Originally posted at TheKnifeConnection