First time handle maker (BK2)

OutdoorsFamilyMan4 said:
Some people dont read between the lines. Apparently I dont read between the photos.:D
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It was kind of snuck in there.

I used to be on a bunch of photo forums so I am used to looking between the photos for info. That is the only reason I do instead of scroll through looking for the precious!
 
I got the scales for a song because one of the scales has a defect on the backside, but it shouldnt be noticeable. I left about 1/16 around the edges to give some wiggle room but I probably should have left an 1/8", or drilled first like you mentioned.

I did make a set out of some scrap pine, just to dial in the blade tension, and get the feel of using a 1/8 blade. Once I figure out the type of hardware, I will test fit everything with the pine before going any further with these.


@Chameleonbear,
I would love to use a copper mosaic tubes, but I would like to be able swap handles. I am going to look into different brass or stainless screws.
 
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Wow. Stunning wood! It almost looks man-made! Very cool stuff. Looking forward to the finished product!
 
Good stuff. :thumbup:

Listen to FAL'ER, he 'da man when it comes to handles.

My 2 cents ... take your time, messure/fit 10 times, cut/drill once. (LOL)
Esp. nice material like that.

Good luck, keep the pics coming.
 
great lookin wood scales in the works there. lookin forward to seeing the finished product. I've never heard of the wood before, but it looks great bud.
 
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