Finally done with Custom CNC Delica Scales

[mioduz]

This has been a LONG road traveled and I couldnt even count the hours spent on this project but the code is finally perfect. What do you guys think?
For details and how to order see:
http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1033693-G10-Spyderco-Delica-CNC-Scales

 

[rycen]

Looks good. I'd even like a non pattered set.

 

[mioduz]

Looks good. I'd even like a non pattered set.

I am making another plain set tomorrow in neon green. Both of these sets are for a user here on the forums

 

[rycen]

Neon green! Please post some pics when those are done.

 

[Revival29]

Looks good! Good Job!

 

[AF]

Looks good! How did you overcome the strength issue around the spring? Also is there some difficulty in installing these because they house the spring? If I'm way off then correct me. Thanks.

 

[mioduz]

Looks good! How did you overcome the strength issue around the spring? Also is there some difficulty in installing these because they house the spring? If I'm way off then correct me. Thanks.

No you are not way off at all. In tests i found many materials that would not last and support the spring as needed. The "nubs" of the back spacer would just break off. However the g10 (if machined correctly) has not broken yet. The real risk I have seen is during assembly of the knife, when only 1 of the nubs is holding the spring back you are putting a lot of stress there. Once both liners and scales are installed it holds as securely as the factory scales.

 

[eschwebach]

Looks great man!

 

[Custom]

great work! very nice scales

 

[bean_sips]

I like those scales. Makes me think of reptilian scales.

 

[akula83]

Looks really nice.

 

[mioduz]

Few more in Toxic Green and Micarta with black G10 Backspacer

 

[Mr. Sogetsu]

I like the scales! Definitely going to contact you whenever I order my ZDP189 delica in the next month or two.

 

[Tommythewho]

What software are you using ?

 

[BladeChick777]

Just gorgeous!

 

[mioduz]

What software are you using ?

Solidworks, solidcam, mach 3

 

[GuinnessSynd]

I hate the delica....With that said. I might have to get another just to have a set of your scales....That sounded odd I think.

 

[fishface5]

great work, the green ones look esp. sweet!

 

[smasak]

Those look awesome! Any plans to do Endura scales?

 

[JSMcustoms]

No you are not way off at all. In tests i found many materials that would not last and support the spring as needed. The "nubs" of the back spacer would just break off. However the g10 (if machined correctly) has not broken yet. The real risk I have seen is during assembly of the knife, when only 1 of the nubs is holding the spring back you are putting a lot of stress there. Once both liners and scales are installed it holds as securely as the factory scales.

I agree. As far as the G10 breaking, it should be a non-issue and is likely stronger than the factory FRN scales to begin with. Might be interested in a set of non-patterned ones myself in the future. They look great.