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Offline 2Tim215

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First sliplock attempt
« on: May 02, 2014, 05:32:00 AM »
Took a break from the orders and this is my first attempt at a slip lock. Used a off cut piece from the feather Damascus I made for the bowie. Handle is maple burl and brass. Need to replace the pivot pin as it's loose and the brass doesn't match. Mechanics came out fine with a nice half-stop and walk and talk. Still lots to learn though but challenging and fun.

 

 

 

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Tim
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Offline Bobby Urban

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Re: First sliplock attempt
« Reply #1 on: May 02, 2014, 06:48:00 AM »
That is outstanding!  I really want to make a nice folder one day for personal carry but at this point I don't have the time for all the perfection necessary.  Really, really cool.  

I think my first attempt will be to replace the blade in my Benchmade 905 that has been clipped to my pocket since 98' It has been sharpened and used so much the blade is like 80% of its original shape/size.

Offline Kevin Evans

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Re: First sliplock attempt
« Reply #2 on: May 02, 2014, 09:19:00 AM »
Nicely done on the half stop. Brings back   memerories    ;)   Does it have a good snap to it?

Offline Doug Campbell

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Re: First sliplock attempt
« Reply #3 on: May 02, 2014, 09:26:00 AM »
Looks nice  :thumbsup:     :thumbsup:
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Offline Lin Rhea

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Re: First sliplock attempt
« Reply #4 on: May 02, 2014, 10:13:00 AM »
I like the design. It's great for your first.
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Offline D.Ellis

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Re: First sliplock attempt
« Reply #5 on: May 02, 2014, 02:45:00 PM »
looks real nice. What are the dimensions?
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Offline tomsm44

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Re: First sliplock attempt
« Reply #6 on: May 02, 2014, 03:17:00 PM »
I like it.  Looking at the top picture, I think that would be a great design for a fixed blade.  

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Re: First sliplock attempt
« Reply #7 on: May 03, 2014, 12:28:00 AM »
That is a nice knife.. I really like the look..

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Offline 2Tim215

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Re: First sliplock attempt
« Reply #8 on: May 05, 2014, 05:32:00 AM »
Thanks all. Sorry took so long to reply - sick little one has kept me busy.

OAL = 130mm
Blade 58mm x 18mm x 2.8

Cheers
Tim
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Offline D.Ellis

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Re: First sliplock attempt
« Reply #9 on: May 06, 2014, 12:12:00 AM »
Quote
Originally posted by 2Tim215:
Thanks all. Sorry took so long to reply - sick little one has kept me busy.

OAL = 130mm
Blade 58mm x 18mm x 2.8

Cheers
Tim
Smaller than I though from the pics just over 2 1/4" blade.
Hope the little one is doing better.
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Offline guzzi2000

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Re: First sliplock attempt
« Reply #10 on: May 08, 2014, 07:59:00 AM »
Very nice!
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