First crack at g10 scales - hinderer firestorm - tips for a first time modder?!?

[Rival1314]

hey all, using a cheap EDC (Gerber/Hinderer Firestorm) to go crazy on my first attempt at custom scales. I'm using a Dremel to shape, and also to put down the pattern, I think it turned out okay for my first crack at an azno, I only got through about 3 layers of the scale as I didn't want to cut too deep...any tips people can provide would be very helpful as I have a few questions:

Whats best for making the pattern, files, dremel?
If files which type, half round, round?
Any suggestions for making a nice Anzo pattern?

Here's how the front scale turned out, I'll be doing the back tonight or tomorrow...

 

[DrOpPoInT1110]

That looks great especially for your first set! I've found that for doing the pattern, a Dremel with the larger sanding drum (the one you have on yours in the pic) and 120 grit barrels works best. You can use the 60 grit barrels too but the 120 gives you a nicer finish and you don't see any marks. Judging by the looks of it though, you don't need many tips. Just keep at it because every set you do becomes easier than the last.

 

[Rival1314]

Thanks for the encouragement....I've been wanting to do this forever and finally just dove in head first. I was using a 60 grit drum for shaping and the 120 for the pattern. I tried a 22o but it just melted the g10...that stuff is nasty when it melts! (no worries I use a respirator, gloves, long sleeves, and goggles).

 

[mfi]

Nice!

 

[DrOpPoInT1110]

Yeah, melted G10 is not fun. A respirator and eye prorection is a must. I usually dont use gloves because I find they dont allow as much control. Looking forward to seeing how the other one turns out!

 

[james terrio]

"Melting" G10 usually has more to do with speed and sharpness than the grit you're using. Worn belts/sleeves and high speed are your enemy. In any case, you're off to a great start with your shaping :thumbup: