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1st Timer Handle Scales??
!st Post want to say hello to members and ask some questions.
I just got a knife for my wading belt(surf fishn), I want to change out the scales on the handle, make em yellow. Measure 4 x 1&1/4 x 1/8-3/16 I've never done any work on knives before and will be limited to hand tools; saw,files, sandpaper. I would prefer to do this and get the satisfaction of doing for myself. Is it possible or should I just have someone make them for me? I was thinking of using G10 or Micarta then saw the mention of Corian here. http://knifenetwork.com/forum/showthread.php?t=48039. How will Corian holdup in the saltwater environment? Did a google search for yellow G10 and Micarta did not find any links. Does anyone have some for sale? Your thoughts and ideas are greatly appreciated. TIA Swoop |
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Hi Swoop,
Corian is a synthetic countertop material. It is somewhat durable (it's prone to chipping), but it is very heavy compared to other options for handles. I haven't seen yellow G10, but I know blaze/hunter orange is available. The project is doable with saw, files, and sandpaper. You may also need a drill. Have you considered how you will attach the scales to the knife tang? Because of the dust created when working with some materials, you may want at least a dust mask if not a respirator. G10 is a fiberglass laminate, and can cause damage to your respiratory system. |
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First of all - welcome!
Check out the stickys at the top of the "newbies arena" - there are links to tons of tutorials to help you out. With basic tools you can certainly do this yourself, but might I suggest buying a kit knife instead of trying to replace the scale on the one you already have. Mainly because if the knife you have is build well it's going to be a real PITA to get the old scales off! As for supplies/kits - there are a lot of great vendors. Start with Texas Knife texasknife.com or Jantz.com. Hope that helps! -Dave __________________ www.ruhligknives.com "The choice isn't between success and failure; it's between choosing risk and striving for greatness, or risking nothing and being certain of mediocrity." - Keith Ferrazi |
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Corian should hold up fine in saltwater. It works very easily with a file and other hand tools. I've never seen a bright yellow corian, but that doesn't mean it doesn't exist. You can buy yellow G10 from masecraft.
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Thanks for the masecraft info, they have the yellow G10 but I will have to wait on them because of their $25 minimum, I just need one piece for now. If anyone on the forum is putting together an order I would send them payment including postage before they added my order to theirs. Thanks to all who have responded. Your info is very helpful. Swoop/Steve |
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Swoop-
Check Tracey Mickley's site - I think he sells yellow G-10. http://www.usaknifemaker.com/store/i...ex&cPath=64_36 -Dave __________________ www.ruhligknives.com "The choice isn't between success and failure; it's between choosing risk and striving for greatness, or risking nothing and being certain of mediocrity." - Keith Ferrazi |
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Handle has to wait
I have to prioritize. I have to set the sheath up for the knife I got. The clip on the sheath for the knife won't fit my wading belt. Only so much cash available so I'll have to hold off on the handle.
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