G 10 texturing advice sought

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joe sacco

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First off, let me apologize for having the nerve to post in this section-I have no skills and am humbled by the work represented here. But, I do have a knife-making (sort of) problem.

I recently purchased a CRKT Heiho that has G 10 panels which are slick. I've seen a post about maybe sanding them to rough them up but would appreciate the insight of someone with more expertise as to the best method to texture them. I thought about maybe dremeling shallow grooves or trying a wire brush, but I don't know what I'm doing and figured I'd better ask the experts before I do anything drastic. Thanks, Joe
 
No need to apologize. I have that exact knife and like the smooth scales, but this is about your preference. As you know, the scales on that knife are really thin, so whatever you do, it has to be shallow. I would recommend getting some mini files (any big box home improvement store will have them). Lay out a pattern of alternating lines (one on one side of scale, one on the other) and file a shallow groove on the lines. I'm thinking the small round file would be best. I think you may have trouble with the dremel taking off material too quickly. do a youtube search on "texturing g-10 scales" to see what i mean. of course your grooves will be a "mini version" of what you are likely to find on YT. Good luck, and post up your results.
 
Very helpful, thank you. Good idea. When I'm done I'll post pictures, or at least try to. Thanks, Best, Joe
 
I would think a chainsaw sharpening file would work well for what you have planned.

You can also look into a "Checkering file" if you want to add some cross hatched texturing. I would go 20 lpi (lines per inch) minimum. I would suggest larger but I have not been able to find a wider gapped tooth count.

Practice on a piece of wood or scrap iron or non hardened steel to get an idea as to what you want to accomplish and how much trial and error will be involved.

The texture that was described above is an "Anso pattern" and it is suggested that you do one full side, than the other to aid in spacing.
 
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The file size used for the Stihl Picco Micro or Mini is 5/32, that shouldn't look too out of place, if the spacing is consistent on a 3.5" handle.

But keep in mind, (I agree) this is a personal decision and I haven't handled one of those knives.
 
i may have been thinking of some other size. I have way too many files now since i took up knife making...
 
kdogmcg, that's the knife. I have a small round file (need to measure diameter) and am working up a plan (and my nerve). Once I get started I will let you folks know. Best, Joe
 
Funkcoaster,...and this is why guys like me ask guys like you questions. Many thanks. Best, Joe
 
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