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Offline Benjy

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Another Newbie to knife making
« on: March 21, 2017, 08:15:00 PM »
Well, I have put off the knife making until I can no longer stand it! So a million questions to follow!
It amazes me even more (after I have a few under my belt) at the craftsman, perfection and artistic ability that I see from you guys!

Here are a few that I have made so far.

The 3 on the left are forged from a leaf spring. The 2 on the right are from 1084 bar stock.

   

   

   

   

And of course I had to attempt some brass bolsters

   
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Re: Another Newbie to knife making
« Reply #1 on: March 21, 2017, 08:50:00 PM »
Then!! I have to try some file work...

 

 

 

 
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Re: Another Newbie to knife making
« Reply #2 on: March 21, 2017, 09:14:00 PM »
Now it is sheath time! I love to use Alligator leather, it is just cool!

 

I am also a fan of cross draw and scout carry sheaths!

 

This is a right hand cross draw with double snaps so you can take it on and off with out taking your belt off.
 
 

 
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Re: Another Newbie to knife making
« Reply #3 on: March 21, 2017, 10:52:00 PM »
Wow-you sure jumped in big time  :) . Everything looks pretty great. It's all about making each one your best and every one of them teaches you something. The only thing I was curious about in your description was the 1034 bar stock? If that's the correct number (vs 1084), the knives might have a bit of a hard time holding an edge because of the very low carbon content. I think the lowest I've heard guys use for knives is 1060. In contrast, 1018 is what is commonly thought of as mild steel.

Regardless, you've got some great looking knives and obvious capabilities in your craftsmanship. Keep it up.     :thumbsup:  


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Re: Another Newbie to knife making
« Reply #4 on: March 21, 2017, 11:37:00 PM »
Thanks Jeremy, It is 1084 not 1034, I corrected my post! You know how us newbies are,  Ha! Ha!
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Re: Another Newbie to knife making
« Reply #5 on: March 22, 2017, 11:42:00 AM »
See ya in Clyde.
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Re: Another Newbie to knife making
« Reply #6 on: March 22, 2017, 06:21:00 PM »
Quote
Originally posted by tippit:
See ya in Clyde.
I am excited! Can't wait!

Anyone else on here going?
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Re: Another Newbie to knife making
« Reply #7 on: March 22, 2017, 06:38:00 PM »
Really nice work on those knives.
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Re: Another Newbie to knife making
« Reply #8 on: March 23, 2017, 02:29:00 PM »
Off to a great start, looking good!
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Re: Another Newbie to knife making
« Reply #9 on: March 26, 2017, 12:09:00 AM »
Nice work!

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Re: Another Newbie to knife making
« Reply #10 on: April 22, 2017, 05:36:00 AM »
I really like that right hand cross draw. Nice job
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Re: Another Newbie to knife making
« Reply #11 on: April 22, 2017, 10:28:00 AM »
Oh, no - another one.
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Re: Another Newbie to knife making
« Reply #12 on: May 03, 2017, 11:26:00 PM »
I think your going to make it.
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Re: Another Newbie to knife making
« Reply #13 on: May 04, 2017, 08:45:00 AM »
Yes I think he's got a bad case of it.  :)

Good work all around Benjy.
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