Zirconium knife scales: heat/color treatment

Zirconium knife scales: heat/color treatment

Hey everyone! I just recently purchased some raw/unfinished zirconium scales for a Spyderco smock. I did not know if anyone had any info or guidance on how to color these with heat? From info I’ve found online, it looks like you clean it with isopropyl alcohol, polish/sand it to a nice high grit, torch it evenly until it glows and then let it air cool. But that all kinda seems a bit vague. I was just hoping to get some more guidance or clearer info. If anyone has any zirconium scales or components on their knives, whether the finish was applied yourselves or not I would love to see pictures and learn more about it! Thank you! :) I know there’s risks like warping which can be caused by uneven heating? I don’t know this stuff makes me nervous because it’s so expensive haha.

u/Majungath0lus_ — 13 days ago

Zirconium Scales: heat-color

Hey everyone! I just recently purchased some raw/unfinished zirconium scales for a smock. I did not know if anyone had any info or guidance on how to color these with heat? From info I’ve found online, it looks like you clean it with isopropyl alcohol, polish/sand it to a nice high grit, torch it evenly until it glows and then let it air cool. But that all kinda seems a bit vague. I was just hoping to get some more guidance or clearer info. If anyone has any zirconium scales or components on their knives, whether the finish was applied yourselves or not I would love to see pictures and learn more about it! Thank you! :)

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u/Majungath0lus_ — 13 days ago

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u/Majungath0lus_ — 25 days ago

[WTS] Benchmade Laro 82 —— $405 shipped

Timestamp/ images : https://imgur.com/a/0uOCL3W

SV: $405 shipped (no trades please) $375
Recently acquired this, I am the second owner. Previous owner purchased it brand new, and sharpened it. I have not sharped it, briefly carried and cut some paper.
Video and images show details. If you want any other images let me know. I put a small piece of M3 tape over some exposed hardware in the pocket sheath to prevent any scratches!
**Benchmade Laro 82 Balisong:**
- Model Number: 82
- Steel: MagnaCut
- Sharpened: Yes
- Used to cut: Yes
- Carried: Yes
- Blade Condition: Sharpened
- Number of Owners: 2
- Accessories:, Original box
**Payment methods accepted:** PayPal
G&S per rules

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[WTS] Benchmade Bugout - Cabela’s Exclusive

SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD ### [WTS] Benchmade Bugout - Cabela’s Exclusive —— SV $120

**Timestamp/Images:** https://imgur.com/a/zFuh7dU

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**Benchmade Bugout - Cabela’s Exclusive S30V:** paid $200 for it at cabelas, asking $120

- Sharpened: No
- Used to cut: Yes
- Carried: Yes
- Blade Condition: Factory edge
- Number of Owners: 1
- Centering: Perfect
- Lockup: Solid
- Visible Issues: Scratches on spine of blade
- Accessories: None / I do not have original box

PayPal G&S - CONUS only

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[WTS] Spyderco Dragonfly 2 with micarta scales (and original orange)

Hey swappers! Today I have-

Spyderco dragonfly 2 for sale (SV $90)

https://imgur.com/a/Ib8290f

Comes with custom micarta scales, & original lightweight orange set. Not looking for trades right now. I am the first owner of both knife & scales. I paid $95 for the knife and $75 for the scales. I have cut with it a few times, just boxes and envelopes, carried a few times. 100% factory edge never sharped still very fresh and sharp. The pocket clip wiggles a bit as seen at the very end of the video, not sure if that’s just how they are supposed to be because this is my only one. Thanks for your time and consideration!

PayPal goods & services per the rules! CONUS.

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