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First Knige Build lessons learned
Well, it is definitely rough around the edges, but as a proof of concept it's ok. Here are some of the things I learned:
- Micarta is seemingly very difficult to work.
- handle scales don't need to be 3/8" thick. 1/4" would have been better
- Oak dowels work fine for attaching the handle.
- my homebrew paint can, plaster of Paris, propane torch set up works ok for stock removal, but probably not for hammer and anvil work.
- Don't use gorilla glue.
- It's too heavy. Drill more holes in things.
- my 21" handheld belt sander really, really is not optimal for making knives.
- get multiple grits of belts
- used motor oil gets 1084 hard
- I'm glad I bought enough steel to make more.
Let me know your comments and suggestions --- cheers!
u/Legitimate-Form4525 — 12 days ago