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The Shipyard – Leather Knife Maintenance Mat | Pirate Goods
Color
Tan & Black
Your leather will scratch. That’s kind of the point.
- Full-grain leather that builds a patina — gets more character with every carry
- Handmade to order in Kyiv — not pulled from a shelf
- Something don't sit right, or it's just not what you expected? I'll remake it free or refund you — your call, no shipping it back.
Regular price
$470.00
Color
Tan & Black
Regular price
$470.00
The Straight-Up Guarantee
If you don't love it, I'll refund you in full — no questions, no forms, no fine print.
The No Surprises Shipping
Free to the US on $95+. Tracked, 9–14 days, no customs fees or hidden costs waiting at your door.
The Locked-Down Checkout
Your payment info is encrypted and never touches my hands directly. Standard stuff, but worth saying plainly.
The Lifetime Promise
If it ever cracks, tears, or wears out from age instead of misuse, I'll repair or recondition it — free, for as long as you own it.
Next drop TBA
Pre-order closed. 5 spots only (5/5 closed). Ships second half of August.
The Shipyard is a folded leather work mat for anyone who maintains, repairs, or builds knives and tools. Open it on your bench and everything has a place — the knife lies flat on the main surface, screws go in the magnetic slots so nothing rolls off the table, bits for your screwdriver sit in their own magnetized section. Close it and it packs into a branded hard box that fits in your bag.
If you’ve ever lost a pivot screw mid-disassembly, this is what you needed.
The basics
- Open size: 26 × 20 cm (10.2″ × 7.9″)
- Folded: 13 × 20 cm, 12–14 mm thick
- Box: 24 × 17 × 6.5 cm — branded hard box, ready to gift or store
- 4 magnetic slots along the top — holds screws, pivot pins, springs, any small metal parts
- Large lower working surface — lay your knife flat while you work
- Small lower section with 4 magnets — dedicated holder for your most-used screwdriver bits
- Strong neodymium magnets throughout
- Multi-layer construction, fully hand-stitched
- Made by hand in my Kyiv workshop — one mat takes a full day, over 10 hours of work
The leathers
- Tan — Ponte Wax by Conceria Il Ponte (Tuscany, Italy) — vegetable-tanned, smooth, warm natural tone that develops a patina with use
- Black — Koala by Conceria Puccini Attilio (Tuscany, Italy) — full-grain, smooth, even surface, minimal marking
Both color combos use the same two leathers, swapped between exterior and inlays:
- Tan & Black — Tan exterior and main frame, Black inlays
- Black & Tan — Black exterior and main frame, Tan inlays
All full-grain — the top layer of the hide, not corrected or bonded scraps.
Why it takes a full day to make
The Shipyard is a multi-layer construction. Every compartment is cut by hand, every layer is stitched by hand. The magnetic slots are set individually, the edges are hand-burnished. There are no shortcuts in the build — which is exactly why it holds up and stays flat on the bench after years of use. One mat takes more than 10 hours from start to finish.
Pre-order — how it works
- Choose your color combo at checkout
- Only 5 spots available — once they’re taken, pre-order closes
- All orders ship in the second half of August from the Sparrow’s Nest in Kyiv
- You’ll receive a tracking number the day your order ships
FAQ
Is this for carrying a knife?
No. The Shipyard is a work surface, not a carry case. It’s for disassembly, maintenance, and repair — you open it on a table, work on it, then fold it up. If you’re looking for knife carry, the Sailor sheath is for that.
What tools does it work with?
Any folding knife or tool that fits on a 26 × 20 cm surface. The magnetic slots along the top catch screws, pivot pins, springs, and small metal parts so nothing gets lost mid-job. The lower bit section holds standard screwdriver bits.
How strong are the magnets?
Strong neodymium magnets — they hold small hardware securely even if the mat shifts on the bench. Not strong enough to pull a closed knife toward them, but strong enough that a loose screw won’t roll off.
Can I carry it in a bag?
Yes. Folded it’s 13 × 20 cm and 12–14 mm thick — fits in the main pocket of most backpacks. The branded hard box (24 × 17 × 6.5 cm) protects it in transit or storage.
When will my order ship?
All pre-orders ship in the second half of August 2026. You’ll get a tracking number the day it ships.
Who makes it and where?
I do — Vitalii, by hand, in my workshop in Kyiv, Ukraine. Every piece takes over 10 hours to build. Every order ships with a handwritten note. We’ve shipped 7,000+ orders and earned 700+ five-star reviews.
Choose your color combo. 5 spots. August delivery.
The Seven-Pass Polish
Most edges get one coat of paint and call it done. Ours don’t.
I learned a polishing method from an old shoemaker I met in my grandma’s village. He walked me through it once, years ago. I lost touch with him not long after. It took me 5 years to build my own compound formula around what he taught me — that part’s mine, and it’s staying that way.
Now every edge gets seven hand-polished passes before it leaves my bench. No shortcuts. No paint sealing it shut. Just leather, polished the old way, until it holds a shine on its own.
Run your thumb along it. That’s the difference.
Hey, I’m Vitalii — the maker behind Pirate Goods. I’ve been hand-stitching every wallet, sheath, and organizer in my Kyiv workshop since 2020. If anything’s ever off with your order, message me directly — I answer every email myself.
What you should know
- Ships from Ukraine
- Free shipping: Enjoy free shipping for orders over $95!
- Processing time: All orders are handmade with care and ship in 3-10 days.
- International orders: Local VAT/customs fees may apply for some countries (especially in Europe). Please check your local regulations.
- What's included: Listing is for the leather accessory only. Knives, pens, coins, or props shown in photos are not included - they're just for demonstration.
- Leather thickness: All of the leathers are in the 1.2–1.4 mm (3–4 oz.) thickness range. This is standard for high-quality small leather goods—thin enough for a sleek, comfortable carry, but strong and durable.
