Grits & Finishes

colu41

colu41

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As of now I only have 40, 80, & 120 grit. I like the look of the rough satin finish, but would like to go a little bit finer with it. But I was wondering before I order belts, do any of you have pics of different finishes with the grits used? I'm thinking 400 I would be satisfied but I'd like to see up to 800 maybe a 1000 to see if maybe I would try out a few different ones. I've spent quite a bit of money in the last week setting up the shop so I'm just trying to be careful at what I buy now so I don't end up with accessories I dont use lol. Any info and pics is greatly appreciated!
 
This is a 600 grit finish:

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This is 800 grit:

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The 800 has a bit more shine and reflection. Anything finer than 800 grit may easily show scratches.

I like a 600/800 grit finish for general use knives.

Mike L.
 

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Perfect, thanks. I like that. I'll probably just get a couple 800 belts and put most my money in some 400 & 600....I think a little bit less shine would be perfect for what I like.

Could I ask quick about your etched logos? Do you use your own machine or do you use a stencil type thing? I've been searching for cheap custom vinyl stickers but most would be too big for blade etching.
 
I don't have any good pics but consider getting up to 600ish and then using a scotchbrite belt to get a nice clean satin finish.

I picked up a blue extra fine from pops on my last order, and hadn't used it until yesterday. I went from 60, 120, a65 gator trizact, a45, a30, then a quick pass on the scotchbrite. Really loving how it turned out, and I hear the green fine one is a nice finish as well. When I do a hand sanded finish I go to 600 typically for the reason mike stated, the scratches.

Justin
 
Here's the etcher information: http://www.logiudicecustomknives.com/knifeshop/etcher/index.shtml

There are other plans available on the internet for making your own. I know that many people have followed my schematic with good results. The most important factors to getting a good etch are the combination of correct voltage and amperage, use of the proper electrolyte, and quality stencils.

Good luck,
 
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