Finally got fed up with slick southfork handle. Southfork mutilation pics within

[legato1]

This thing had a very slippery handle, especially when wet, even after sanding with 120 grit sand paper. I finally got fed up and took a dremal to it. If i were going for aesthetics, or modding someone else's knife, I would have used a file and taken my time. But this is my beater fixed blade and I just need it to work. Still came out pretty good, despite some minor unevenness. Very grippy now. Let me know what yall think. I think not too shabby for 130 in the morning with no vice and minimal tools/planning.

 

[Liquid Cobra]

Looks like you were looking for a result and you found it. Nice job.

 

[kidcongo]

If a Southfork is your "beater" knife, I'd love to know what you have for a safe-queen :thumbup:

Good mod idea. Something unique and personal, which I like in a mod.

 

[legato1]

I guess its not my beater, i don't beat on any of my knives. Its just my primary fixed blade.

 

[wire edge]

Nice work! I dislike slick, polished handles. I used to rough up Dozier handles when I'd get a new one with some fine sandpaper. It doesn't look as nice, but it sure makes a difference!

 

[Wicked Sharp]

Appears to be a very useful mod. I just wish I had the guts to try something like that.

 

[okto]

If you want a real beater, get a Becker. ;D

 

[tvenuto]

I like it! Definitely doesn't look like a hack job.

 

[A Little Spyder]

I couldn't imagine taking a dremmel to such an expensive blade but it seems to have worked out in your favour, nice work.

 

[Sal Glesser]

Hi Legato,

Looks good. nice work. Now the testing begins. Let us know how it performs long term and if you make any mods to the work after testing?

sal

 

[Surfingringo]

Looks fine to me. I agree that the handle on the SF is a bit slick, especially given its intended use. I initially had some issues with mine being to slippery while cleaning fish. I sanded mine thoroughly with some 180 and that was enough for me.

 

[Sonnydaze]

You did a nice job, and you made it something useful to you. Perfect.

 

[combatjiujitsu]

Good job!

 

[wtlj]

Looks great! I love seeing user mods.

 

[DocT]

Looks great but what is that stain on your leg

 

[legato1]

Looks great but what is that stain on your leg

Lol, I was sitting on the porch floor, I think it's isopropal alcohol I spilled on myself trying to get the adhesive off a bottle. I cut the top off an old nalgene while I had the dreml out, they make the best cups.