Typically I've used 416 as bolster or guard on fixed blades. Part of me likes the contrast with brass yet it oxidizes easily which has me a bit hesitant because that discoloration may bleed into a porous handle scale. Thoughts ..read more

Hi Guys, I'm new to the forum but have been in the Kydex game for 5 years here in New Zealand designing and machining my own molds for manufacturing. I have since wrapped up the business to pursue other ventures. I have a lot of working cad models available for purchase, if you're interested please make contact and I can flick you images of files you want. All designs have been done in Fusion 360 and are in stp format, they also include my machining toolpaths for machining molds and cutting the profiles for finished product. Here is some of what I have. If you're using DIY holster drones I ..read more

Looking for RKSA, Buxton Fighter or any other genuine Randall with serial number 87 or 887. Please email: phil@pfcustom.com ..read more

Was discussing this with a maker about the range of pieces relative to the $ they bring. Mainly folders because he said that for him to make a sheath it takes 4 hours to do. The time offset he dislikes making fixed blades because of that. We also went into the fancy works relative to the bread butter basics. My question is: do you find the fancy ones to be equal, better or worse in terms of your time into making them up? I'm debating whether I want to do something fancier or devote that time into making basics ..read more

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As of late I see suppliers with a variety of dyed wood handles. Personally I like the colors yet among a group of us, the artificial infusion was not accepted. The natural woods sold better for those makers. What are your thoughts on these dyed woods ..read more

This Henckels was part of a trade for re-handling some kitchen knives. The Henckels is nice though it wasn't to our preferences so some mods done. That long bolster and it comes fairly hard edged on the spline with a pinch grip. Using it any length of time for prep was a hand irritant. Shaved the long bolster off gave it more of spear point. rounded the spline over so that it doesn't dig into the hand. The heel is a bit high so might take that down a bit so that rocking cuts suit our preference. Top is before and lower after mods done ..read more

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Found an unusual Randall at local gun show . Called Randall and talked with Jason . He wanted pictures and measurements . Found out it is a 14" brass back Smithsonian with an ivory handle , brass scalloped collar and butt cap . Built in 1965 . It is the only 14" Smithsonian . Just thought I'd share . Thanks , Steve ..read more

Norton's latest is the 990S RazorStar Ceramic 36G, any of you used it? Suggestions for comparable ones? I like the VSM 885's in 50G for bevels though for rough profiling something a bit coarser might be nice ..read more