Epoxy for scales

Rick Marchand

Rick Marchand

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I did a quick search and haven't seen this question.....

I'm looking for an epoxy that'll withstand extreme cold use(45 below winters)... I will be using it for knives and firesteel handles.... what are some brands with a good rep.? I've been through the local hardware stores but I really have no idea what to look for aside from 2 part epoxies.

Also.... does having a liner help the bond (I realize someone just posted on liners but nobody has answered yet)... what type of material do I look for in that regard?

Any advice is appreciated.

Rick
 
Suggestion: See what epoxies are available to you locally, take a note pad with you, jot down the manufacturers' contact information from the packages you will look at, and then ask the manufacturers your questions about extreme cold weather characteristics etc. That's how I would go about it I think.
 
Ya... but if did that, it would be a lot like work and I wouldn't get the satisfaction of simply checking messages to see what everyone else has come up with for me........ lol..... seriously though... that's the kind of common sense I seem to lack at times like these.... good idea, Dr Mudd.

Some of the literature on the packaging had temerature ratings... but it's always good to hear from experience.

Thanks.
Rick
 
Epoxy is there to seal the joint. The rivets are there to hold the joint. Use a good slow cure epoxy that does not get brittle. I would think the 24 hour stuff from K&G would be great. Probably Acraglass would be fine ,too. Use Corby rivets, and you will never have a handle failure.
Stacy
 
bladsmth said:
Epoxy is there to seal the joint. The rivets are there to hold the joint. Use a good slow cure epoxy that does not get brittle. I would think the 24 hour stuff from K&G would be great. Probably Acraglass would be fine ,too. Use Corby rivets, and you will never have a handle failure.
Stacy
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Here are the Corby bolts or rivets that Stacy referred to:

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I like these hidden bolts a little better since the screw doesn't show. You may have to "adjust" the depth depending on the thickness of your scales.

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Both of these are from the Texas Knifemaker's Supply catalog and either one will work. Stacy is right, the epoxy is to seal the joint. Frankly, I know of no adhesive that will work reliably at crossover (-40 degrees) or lower.

Craig
 
Magnussen said:
I did a quick search and haven't seen this question.....

I'm looking for an epoxy that'll withstand extreme cold use(45 below winters)... I will be using it for knives and firesteel handles.... what are some brands with a good rep.? I've been through the local hardware stores but I really have no idea what to look for aside from 2 part epoxies.

Any advice is appreciated.

Rick
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You want the high-strength versions rather than the 5-minute type.
The chemistry is of the high strength type is a little different than that of the 5-minute types. Not only is it stronger, it is tougher at very low temps. Brand name is less important than getting the high strength type.
 
CL - I think you have the names backward. The first photo is a Loveless style bolt, the second (the one you like) is a Corby. They are often called 'hidden bolt rivets'.I,too, like them because the finished rivet looks so good. They come in three diameters, three materials, and two lengths. I use them on every full tang knife I make.
Stacy
 
bladsmth said:
CL - I think you have the names backward. The first photo is a Loveless style bolt, the second (the one you like) is a Corby. They are often called 'hidden bolt rivets'.I,too, like them because the finished rivet looks so good. They come in three diameters, three materials, and two lengths. I use them on every full tang knife I make.
Stacy
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Ditto...the ones you like are the Corby's. :thumbup:
 
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