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FaTbOyE
Nov 8, 2011 12:20:04 GMT -5
Post by JD on Nov 8, 2011 12:20:04 GMT -5
Happy Birthday, Hope you have a great Day!
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Knives
Nov 5, 2011 22:37:50 GMT -5
Post by JD on Nov 5, 2011 22:37:50 GMT -5
I got the final sanding done on the scales today. I also got the satin finish on the tang cleaned up. Buffed in the first coat of oil as well. Really starting to look good! lol I am going to try and fit the sheath tomorrow, then I can start finishing it on Monday.
My next shipment better get here quick, I'm getting anxious! lol
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Knives
Nov 4, 2011 19:48:23 GMT -5
Post by JD on Nov 4, 2011 19:48:23 GMT -5
Thanks for the kind words. I think it looks pretty good myself, even if I am a bit biased. lol
This one is 6A stainless. The blade length is 3" and the overall length is 7 1/2". The blade is .135" thick. The handles are Bolivian Rosewood, and I used brass pins.
I am doing a sheath for this one. It is a horizontal sheath with a belt loop. I have to wet fit the sheath, and then I am going to finish it with mink oil. I was going to use neatsfoot, but opted to go with the mink instead.
This knife is already spoken for. I have another on the way though, actually two different ones. One exactly like this one, and another that is similar. One of them will get Mesquite scales, and the other will get Cocobolo scales. I would price this one two ways. Knife with a soft zippered padded case would be $60. Knife with the same soft case and a fitted/finished sheath would be $85. I decided to offer them that way, with a case or with a case and sheath. I got to thinking, I always keep my knives in sheaths, but I always keep them in my backpack. So, for that a sheath isn't needed. If the customer decides they want one, then they can certainly have one and I adjust the price accordingly. Seemed the easiest way to make the most people happy.
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Knives
Nov 4, 2011 15:37:12 GMT -5
Post by JD on Nov 4, 2011 15:37:12 GMT -5
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Knives
Nov 3, 2011 14:56:10 GMT -5
Post by JD on Nov 3, 2011 14:56:10 GMT -5
So far, so good. I spent yesterday and today over at the shop. I got the scales cut out, and got the fronts done. I have them pinned and epoxied, and just need to wait 24 hours for that to cure. I don't know if I will go over tomorrow or not as we are already planning on going over Saturday.
These scales, in my not so humble opinion, are looking great. They are Bolivian Rosewood and really are quite pretty. I went back and forth on the finish, but I have settled on a hand buffed oil finish.
I need to get some more blanks ordered, along with the scales. This one will be finished very soon, and I need to keep cranking. I'll post up some pics when it is done.
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Knives
Oct 26, 2011 9:08:28 GMT -5
Post by JD on Oct 26, 2011 9:08:28 GMT -5
I think this one will be a good combo of steel and wood. Here is a pic of the blade. Unfortunately, we have some more sickness moving through the house. Our daughter is down on the couch with an upset stomach, sore throat, and a fever of 101.3*. I definitely will not be at the shop today, and tomorrow is up in the air. I did spend an hour or so working on the blade yesterday. I also spent some time and laid out the scales to see what grain direction I wanted. I got them marked so once I get to the shop I can start right in. Sunday night I sliced my foot up, and had to get some staples put in. I had my wife stop at the farm store yesterday to get some horse wrap for keeping the bandage in place. While she was back in the ag department I had her pick up some neatsfoot oil so I can finish the sheath. lol Hey honey, since you are going to be back there anyways...lol She agreed, but told me not to even bother giving her the rest of my shopping list. lol Maybe I will take a pic of the scales later and post them up as well.
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Knives
Oct 25, 2011 15:46:08 GMT -5
Post by JD on Oct 25, 2011 15:46:08 GMT -5
Heading over to the shop possibly tomorrow, but definitely on Thursday and Friday. Starting on a new knife, and am ready to get cranking!
It has a 3" upswept clip point blade that has a thumb rest and a nice false edge. I am going to make the scales out of Bolivian Rosewood and use brass pins. No bolsters, or guards on this one. I am leaning towards a nice hand rubbed oil finish on the scales. But I might use a sealer instead, I haven't decided yet.
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Knives
Oct 24, 2011 13:14:01 GMT -5
Post by JD on Oct 24, 2011 13:14:01 GMT -5
Red stag would be fine, it is up to you as working with antler is basically the same regardless of animal species.
Do you want these 4 knives to have a hidden tang with antler scales, or a hidden tang with antler handles? I am guessing you want hidden tang as that is what the Bowie is going to have.
I'll start doing some checking and shoot you a PM in a bit.
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Knives
Oct 23, 2011 21:50:00 GMT -5
Post by JD on Oct 23, 2011 21:50:00 GMT -5
Well, almost done with acquiring tools/equipment. Hand saws, rasps, files, clamps, calipers, etc are hanging nicely on the pegboard. Got the new work bench built, and mounted the vise, and grinder. Added a couple fluorescent lights, and a couple work lights over the work bench and power tools. Band saw, belt sander, drill press, and drum sander are set up. Only thing left are a few small tools, and a buffer. Next big purchase won't be for a while. Belt grinders are really expensive. lol
Also got all epoxies, finish oil, and wood sealer inventoried. Need more sandpaper though, I am out of wet/dry.
Did manage to get a little work done Saturday night. Too bad it was just helping my dad with one of his knives, but it was still fun.
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Knives
Oct 21, 2011 9:30:05 GMT -5
Post by JD on Oct 21, 2011 9:30:05 GMT -5
On Point, I sent you a PM.
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Knives
Oct 20, 2011 20:49:31 GMT -5
Post by JD on Oct 20, 2011 20:49:31 GMT -5
OK, then I will built it as a worker that looks good. I will cement and pin the handle. If it was just for display I would only cement the handle.
Like I said in my PM, this one will take a while. As in, probably 2-3 months. Tracking down the right piece of antler is going to be tricky. It has to be a shed so the pedicle is good, and it has to be fat enough and without brow tine in the handle area. The antlers I have won't work. It was a 140 class buck, but their is too much twist on the main beam, and it has huge brow tines.
I have found a couple online that would work, but I am not paying $150+ for a shed antler and I doubt you want to either. lol I'll keep searching and find the right specimen.
Are you set on whitetail antler? Mule deer might be easier as several I have seen did not have brow tines, or they were up higher on the main beam. hen it would just be a matter of finding one without the twist.
Next important question. Would you like a mirror, or satin finish on the blade?
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Knives
Oct 20, 2011 19:19:28 GMT -5
Post by JD on Oct 20, 2011 19:19:28 GMT -5
That is what I was thinking. Have the pedicle for the pommel of the knife. I think it looks much better than having a tang nut on the end.
OK, a very important question. Will this be a display, or working knife? Makes a huge difference in the building techniques.
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Knives
Oct 18, 2011 8:06:11 GMT -5
Post by JD on Oct 18, 2011 8:06:11 GMT -5
OK, a few more questions. I take it you would like a knife that looks as much like the previous one as possible, correct?
So far, Bowie blade ~7" in length, with a 5" handle. Handles are deer antler, with a tang nut. Was the lanyard hole part of the tang nut?
What did the guards look like? Were the just straight, and stubby? Were the guards polished, or satin finish? Was the blade polished, or satin finish? Please try and describe it, the best you can from the tip of the blade to the base of the pommel with as much detail as possible.
So far, the antler is going to be the hard part. I will be checking, but I may already have some antler that will work. Do you have any antler that you would like to be used?
Also, were you wanting a sheath for this knife? If so, please describe it. Brown, black, any other pertinent info.
If you decide to do this, I will cut you a very nice discount. I have never done a knife like this and will use it as a learning experience. So for that I am willing to keep the price down as low as possible.
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Knives
Oct 17, 2011 14:27:34 GMT -5
Post by JD on Oct 17, 2011 14:27:34 GMT -5
It's doable, let me do some checking to see what prices are. Was there a tang nut on the back, or was it a blind tang?
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Knives
Oct 17, 2011 10:06:56 GMT -5
Post by JD on Oct 17, 2011 10:06:56 GMT -5
Let me know what you were thinking. Blade length, style, what type of wood, etc.
I'll get pics posted as soon as I get them finished up.
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Post by JD on Oct 16, 2011 10:36:36 GMT -5
Nice, I love me some Russian goodness! I had quite a few Mosin-Nagants, but have since thinned out the herd tremendously. LOL I'm down to one M44 with laminated stock. I need to go find the Mosin-AK47-AR 15 comparison list, it's hilarious. Here it is, read and laugh! lol mouseguns.com/compare.htm
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Knives
Oct 16, 2011 10:23:28 GMT -5
Post by JD on Oct 16, 2011 10:23:28 GMT -5
Thanks for all the replies, and input. It is greatly appreciated.
I am going to go ahead with a small initial run and see how they do. I think it will be two 3" blade, and a 4" drop point. If the response it good, I will continue on.
I definitely will be doing some gut hook knives. Also, most will be 440C Stainless that are Cryo treated. The cryo blades hold their edges a lot longer.
Ned- Shipping knives to Canada is not a problem. You just have to fill out the proper form with the Post Office when I ship it. So if you see one you like, or want to place a special order later, please do not hesitate.
I have also decided to offer all knives here, first, at a member only discount. As in, I will post them here for a week or two before selling elsewhere for a higher price. Also, if a member here wants a special order, I will give them a discount on those as well. I'm thinking a $10-$15 discount on price and free shipping.
Thanks again for the input guys.
JD
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Knives
Oct 15, 2011 20:12:45 GMT -5
Post by JD on Oct 15, 2011 20:12:45 GMT -5
Technically this should go under gear, but I thought it would get more views right here.
What kind of knives does everyone like? If you have several different preferences, such as big game, small game, general purpose, etc. please list all.
What features do you like having in a knife? Blade length, style, etc.
What prices are you willing to pay?
The reason I am wondering is basically market research. I am thinking about selling knives that I make. First available will be knives that I finish up the blanks, make scales, and fit sheaths to. Later I will start offering fully custom knives.
The first several will be all based on what I want to make. Next step will be taking orders. Ie, you want a 4" drop point blade, brass bolster, lanyard hole, and Exhibition Grade II Ironwood scales, with a dark brown leather sheath. Customer picks all the specs, and I deliver.
So far I am leaning at knife and sheath being priced between $50-$80 for models I choose. Custom knives could be in the same price range, or much more depending on options. Does that sound like a price you would consider?
I'm just trying to get a feel for what people would be willing to pay. I'd hate to get into several knives only to find out I lost money. LOL
Thanks for your input, and thoughts.
JD
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Post by JD on Oct 14, 2011 12:24:38 GMT -5
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Post by JD on Oct 11, 2011 11:32:11 GMT -5
Happy birthday, I hope you have a great day!
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