Day off + BK-24= Modded 24

Nsvens89

Nsvens89

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Hey Everyone! Long time no see.....err post rather. I recently finished my degree and then started a new job so that has kept me pretty busy.

I got an itch to go out to the workbench and play around with a few ideas I had for my 24. Once I started I couldn't stop..........so 3 hours later I ended up with a customized bk-24. Let me know what you guys think.


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I had an extra set of tweener micarta scales that I purchased with this mod in mind.


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The micarta is very easy to cut with a coping saw. I used this method to remove the bulk of the extra material. For the rest of the shaping I used some simple hand files. and sand paper.


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After I had the scales filed so they fit flush against the tang I drew out where I wanted the front of the scale to end. Again I cut it using the coping saw.

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I then filed and cleaned up the front of the scales.


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These are some photos of me blending the existing contours into the new shape. I took off all of the hard edges and made sure there were no hot spots in the hand.


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Now you might be saying to your self. Man those scales look comfortable but I really like to use a lanyard with my small knifes. Fear not. I have a plan for that. A hidden lanyard hole should fix that problem.

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Next in line is a little rhinoplasty. I wanted to make the slope from the spine of the knife to the tip more gradual.

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This is how she turned out. Not too bad for just coming out of surgery.

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Thanks for taking the time to check out my little project. Hopefully it inspires you guys to get out and play with your knifes.

-Nathan
 
Wow, nsevens. That looks fantastic, and comfortable, too. I saw you earlier browsing hawkhead's 14 mod thread. Welcome back.
 
Thanks guys I definitely had fun doing it. Now I just need to remember to pick up some stainless hardware for it. I think that will match better than the rusty black ones that are on it now haha.
 
Nice work, NSven! I love the result.
But a blank stick of micarta is about $7... I think you only saved yourself driling a couple holes. :-/
 
Show us more of that little guy in the background of the first picture too! It looks pretty wicked sweet!
 
Really like that mod! Thanks for showing the steps also. Gives me an idea for a similar project. VERY well done!!
 
daizee said:
Nice work, NSven! I love the result.
But a blank stick of micarta is about $7... I think you only saved yourself driling a couple holes. :-/
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You are absolutely right sir. It was by no means a cost effective way of making some scales haha. The main reason I did it this way is because the hex holes are so nicely cut into it already. I tried to do that with a dremel once and couldn't even get close. Guess those are some expensive hex holes when you look at it that way :)


Chameleonbear said:
Show us more of that little guy in the background of the first picture too! It looks pretty wicked sweet!
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That little guy is one I made out of some O1 steel. It still needs some scales as you can see. I am still undecided as to what I want to put on it. I made it because I wanted a little fixed blade that could ride in my pocket. Next time I'm at my work bench I'll snap a better pick of it for you.
 
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