BladeForums.com - Around the Grinder http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/ en Mon, 20 May 2013 11:47:51 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/images/misc/rss.png BladeForums.com - Around the Grinder http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/ Not many knives in the last year, but soon! http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1069850-Not-many-knives-in-the-last-year-but-soon!?goto=newpost Sun, 19 May 2013 19:01:47 GMT Since last August I have only made a couple knives for a few friends. Mainly because last summer I sold the house in Washington and in late August had the covered over added onto piece of crap trailer on my place in Montana ripped out and hauled to the dump. Since then I have put in my foundation,... Since last August I have only made a couple knives for a few friends. Mainly because last summer I sold the house in Washington and in late August had the covered over added onto piece of crap trailer on my place in Montana ripped out and hauled to the dump. Since then I have put in my foundation, framed, roofed, sided, wired, plumbed, insulated, sheetrocked, mudded, floored and painted my new house. Did everything myself except install the furnace and built the cabinets. Had a little family help now and again. Now have most of the trim in, some cabinets set and the throne in place. Finish mounting the cabinets, kitchen and bathroom sink and move in. Just 1150 sq ft, but just me and the sweety. Then going to add on another 900sq ft to the shop. Just going to pour a floating slab and stick up 3 12' walls up against one end of the existing shop, truss it, roof it, use T111 for siding as per old shop and then wire and insulate and use OCB for the inside walls. That won't take that long. THEN, I'll be ready to start collecting my social security and MAKING KNIVES again. Got a big pile of steel, scales, and tools already. Going to be a retired gentleman knifemaker. Well, knifemaker maybe. Jim ]]> Around the Grinder SteelSlaver http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1069850-Not-many-knives-in-the-last-year-but-soon! Spring time at the Burl Shop http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1069590-Spring-time-at-the-Burl-Shop?goto=newpost Sat, 18 May 2013 19:45:18 GMT This morning I decided to take some photos of the place where I work. Now that spring is here and it is starting to warm up, it is turning into a jungle around here. These are just some random photos I took while wandering about the place. We are not a modern, fancy place, but it is a fun place... This morning I decided to take some photos of the place where I work.
Now that spring is here and it is starting to warm up, it is turning into a jungle around here.
These are just some random photos I took while wandering about the place.
We are not a modern, fancy place, but it is a fun place to come to work each day.

The shop is in Kerby Oregon. Not a very big town. We have one convenience store and two stop signs. Population is about 400 people.









Here is my office.






One of the summer work stations.






My workshop area.







]]> Around the Grinder Burl Source http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1069590-Spring-time-at-the-Burl-Shop Hello folks! (Just a quick intro) http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1068638-Hello-folks!-(Just-a-quick-intro)?goto=newpost Wed, 15 May 2013 18:00:18 GMT Hello all! I just wanted to pop in and introduce myself. I am in the process of assembling tools and supplies to try and get my foot in the door to the wonderful world of knifemaking. , and all of the glorious perks that go along with it ;) I have absolutely no experience with this kind of... Hello all!

I just wanted to pop in and introduce myself. I am in the process of assembling tools and supplies to try and get my foot in the door to the wonderful world of knifemaking. , and all of the glorious perks that go along with it ;)

I have absolutely no experience with this kind of thing, but i am very eager to learn. I have been stalking around these parts for a couple months now, soaking up all the info i can handle, and taking note of good tips & tricks so i can do this right.

Im in the process of buying a grinder, so once that is here, i can get started! SO, I guess you guys will be seeing a lot more of me in the coming weeks.

-Eric ]]> Around the Grinder stebolicious http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1068638-Hello-folks!-(Just-a-quick-intro) Mosquito cutter (just trying to brag) http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1066387-Mosquito-cutter-(just-trying-to-brag)?goto=newpost Wed, 08 May 2013 02:10:17 GMT I am just bragging a bit here...I was out in the shop, putting a final edge on one of my knives. As I was walking out, a mosquito flew in front of me and just hovered there for a bit. I just flicked my wrist at it and...wait for it... it fell to the ground in two pieces and I saw one of it's wings go fluttering to the ground! I try that occasionally with different flies, wasps, and other flying buggers that hang out around my shop, but I have never actually made contact before. I kinda feel like a ninja or something. It may never happen again, so I had to tell someone. I told my wife but she was not as impressed with her husband's impressive bug slaying skills as she should have been. ]]> Around the Grinder Bailey Knives http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1066387-Mosquito-cutter-(just-trying-to-brag) Happy Birthday Salem Straub! http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1066088-Happy-Birthday-Salem-Straub!?goto=newpost Tue, 07 May 2013 05:17:13 GMT Have a great one my friend! :thumbup: Have a great one my friend! :thumbup: ]]> Around the Grinder Patrice Lemée http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1066088-Happy-Birthday-Salem-Straub! <![CDATA[Posting video's in For Sale forum]]> http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1064680-Posting-video-s-in-For-Sale-forum?goto=newpost Thu, 02 May 2013 20:55:12 GMT I don't think I've seen anyone post a video of their blades, for example, cutting 2x4's, rope, etc in the for sale forum. Is it okay to do so? ]]> Around the Grinder David Stifle http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1064680-Posting-video-s-in-For-Sale-forum <![CDATA[Son's Video]]> http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1064553-Son-s-Video?goto=newpost Thu, 02 May 2013 11:09:12 GMT The video of my son is finally on you-tube. It captures a lot of his spirit and life. I especially like the song it is done to. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ydhv26Miw9Y The video of my son is finally on you-tube. It captures a lot of his spirit and life. I especially like the song it is done to.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ydhv26Miw9Y ]]> Around the Grinder bladsmth http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1064553-Son-s-Video <![CDATA[O'Boy! Finally got internet]]> http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1064095-O-Boy!-Finally-got-internet?goto=newpost Tue, 30 Apr 2013 22:17:16 GMT put in my Shenendoah place. Satellite, and it's as fast as cable. I've owned this place for 10 years, and during that time everyone told me to not get satellite. It was slow and unreliable.Now, it seems they have finally upgraded everthing, new satellite, etc. It's nice to live in a rural place, where broadband isn't available, and now be able to post. ]]> Around the Grinder David Stifle http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1064095-O-Boy!-Finally-got-internet Silicon Bronze Suppliers? http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1063599-Silicon-Bronze-Suppliers?goto=newpost Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:47:42 GMT Fellow Makers,

Lately I've been trying to incorporate some bronze into my knives. I recently used aluminum bronze and found it was very difficult to solder. I see a lot of the makers use silicon bronze. Do any of you have a favorite supplier?

Thanks for the help,

TK ]]> Around the Grinder TK Steingass http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1063599-Silicon-Bronze-Suppliers Campbell Bushcraft Knives Introduction http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1063540-Campbell-Bushcraft-Knives-Introduction?goto=newpost Mon, 29 Apr 2013 06:56:53 GMT Hi All,

I thought I should give an introduction to those wondering who I am and what I do.

I'm a part time knife maker who lives not far from a town called Mylor, in the Adelaide Hills, South Australia. I specialise in bushcraft type, Scandinavian ground stock removal knives, but also forge and grind knives with flat and convex grinds. I'd be happy to work with anyone over a custom design, knife restoration, sharpening, or any other knife related service. My email is jed.oliver.campbell@gmail.com, feel free to shoot me an email with any questions or queries.

In my spare time, when I'm not making knives, I play rugby, soccer, do some shooting/hunting, water sports, and ride my motorcycle.

Here are some pictures of my untidy shop and some past and present projects.

Thanks for reading.






(I made a similar post to this on the Australian BladeForums, where I've just started selling as well, for those who see both and are wondering) ]]> Around the Grinder Campbell Bushcraft Knives http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1063540-Campbell-Bushcraft-Knives-Introduction Any Cigar Smokers Out There? http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1063279-Any-Cigar-Smokers-Out-There?goto=newpost Sun, 28 Apr 2013 17:02:31 GMT Like the title says, I've recently started collecting and smoking cigars. I am always looking for new things to try and wondered what you guys like? Right now I'm working on a Henry Clay sampler I got and those are pretty good. So any of you guys have favs? ]]> Around the Grinder Leethal Cutlery http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1063279-Any-Cigar-Smokers-Out-There Just for fun Projects, what YOU got? http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1063169-Just-for-fun-Projects-what-YOU-got?goto=newpost Sun, 28 Apr 2013 03:59:33 GMT Hey guys, Figured id post a non knife project im starting and i was curious about what other people have on the go. So apparently im pretty impressionable because since iv been watching that show Vikings on History iv decided I want an axe or hawk and then i figured id need shield as well. So i... Hey guys,
Figured id post a non knife project im starting and i was curious about what other people have on the go.
So apparently im pretty impressionable because since iv been watching that show Vikings on History iv decided I want an axe or hawk and then i figured id need shield as well.
So i spent a little time on cad and this is what iv come up with.



Its a little undersized from a historical viking era shield buuuut im about a foot and a half shorter than a viking.
the purple lines will be glued in dowels the green will be steel straps and the red is the arm sleeve and handle.
I absolutely realize this isnt historically accurate but its going to be fun.
Do you guys have any projects on the go? ]]> Around the Grinder AntCaps http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1063169-Just-for-fun-Projects-what-YOU-got New member of the family. http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1062705-New-member-of-the-family?goto=newpost Fri, 26 Apr 2013 20:49:59 GMT Meet Mongo Attachment 345995 (http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=345995) Mongo is a Swelt 461lbs and Hails from Western Wyoming Meet Mongo

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]]> Around the Grinder R.Rock http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1062705-New-member-of-the-family Who is going to Blade Show 2013? http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1062679-Who-is-going-to-Blade-Show-2013?goto=newpost Fri, 26 Apr 2013 19:22:05 GMT I just want to compile a list of folks to avoid.... Ha! Rick:p I just want to compile a list of folks to avoid.... Ha!

Rick:p ]]> Around the Grinder Rick Marchand http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1062679-Who-is-going-to-Blade-Show-2013 A couple of old family pictures. http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1062511-A-couple-of-old-family-pictures?goto=newpost Fri, 26 Apr 2013 02:39:42 GMT A relative of mine sent us some old family pictures. I thought a couple of them were interesting enough to share here. If you all don't think so, then I guess I'm pretty bored...

All the guys in this picture are brothers, and the picture had to have been taken in the 1800's. The guy on the right in the back row is George S. Patton Sr., father of General George Patton of WW II fame. The guy on the left in front is my great, great, grandfather.




I'm not sure exactly how I'm related to this woman, but she is an ancestor. She's also J.P. Morgans first cousin.




Which is interesting, but nothing to be proud of, since J.P. was such a creep. The real reason I'm posting that picture is because I think she looks a bit like Mrs. Tweedy from Chicken Run:



:D ]]> Around the Grinder Phillip Patton http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1062511-A-couple-of-old-family-pictures