Its already been said, but the process is to temporarily attach the handle scales, do the shaping, then do the finish on the steel. A full tang is pretty easy to do that way actually, without any special fasteners, just put the pins in place, don't peen or glue, and shape away. Once the shaping is done, permanently attach the scales as usual.
Its a touch more difficult than the 'normal' route, but really not bad. I've done it a few times on blades I've cerakoted or stone washed, it goes just fine. Just remember to wax the from of the scales and the portion of the knife that isn't under the scales. Keeps the epoxy from sticking, makes cleanup a breeze
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