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Old 01-03-2002, 11:13 AM
RNickl
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A few questions


I used Loveless bolts for the first time on a handle and ended up with some gaps where the threads broke away at the end of the bolt. Is there any way to avoid this? I used micarta slabs and countersunk to within 1/16" of the other side. Is this to deep or will the micarta be strong enough? I'm assuming with wood or other material thats not as strong I should not countersink as deep. Last but not least, the knife is a small utility with a 3" blade and made from 1095. I brought the edge thickness down to about .030". Is this about right? How far down can I go?

Thanks for any help.
Rick
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Old 01-03-2002, 12:41 PM
Don Cowles
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Just my perspective-

First, I think the Loveless bolt gap between the threads of the bushing and the screw is just the nature of the beast. You can fill the void with a little JB Weld, and sand it smooth after it's set.

Second, 1/16" is a little thin, but if you are using epoxy in addition to the bolts, it should be no problem. 1/8" might be a better thickness to shoot for in the future.

Finally, .030" for an edge thickness is fine. I don't think I would try to grind much below .025"
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Old 01-03-2002, 01:20 PM
JohnM
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Loveless bolts


Definitely the nature of the beast, as Don says. I use Loveless bolts on many of my knives and always mix brass and stainless for the "birdseye" effect of the bolt ends. I have never had a customer complain about the thread gap and most recognize it instantly for what it is. Another option, which I also use, is Corby rivets. They will give you the solid appearance of a rivet, but assemble in a similar manner. The advantage to both solutions is that your knife has little chance of ever coming apart.

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