Bushcrafter assembly help, please

[Rotte]

I got a gen III Bushcrafter blank from Dan a little while ago, and I plan to put some micarta scales on it. Dan has already driled the blank for two 7/32" pins (as measured using a drill bit as a gauge). I ordered some 7/32" brass rod to use as pins, but it doesn't fit the pre-drilled holes! With a digital micrometer, the brass rod measures out to 0.22in (>7/32" but <15/64")). My pin material is 3/100" too big.

So my questions are: where can I get some accurately sized pin material? Are there Corby bolts that would be easier to use? Should I try to drill the holes out to 15/64" and use the rod I have? Or should I try to resize the rod to fit the existing holes?

Thanks in advance.

 

[Diomedes Industries]

Chuck up the pins in a drill and use sand paper to make them snug.

TF

 

[Rotte]

Now why didn't I think of that?

Great suggestion TF.

 

[Daniel Koster]

You can also use a file.

The holes are drilled at around 0.230"

Best luck - post pics when you're done!

Dan