Home Made Micarta...Best fabric?

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Have read a bunch of the threads on how to make it, but few clarify what the best type of fabric to use...
Have seen a bunch of Jeans material but also some other interesting stuff.

After wandering around a local fabric store, seeing a Bunch of different patterns and material types I am lost.

Looking for something that will be striking but also take a polish when done.
Right now I am using 30min epoxy and about 30lbs of weight.

FYI: Have found that cutting long strips, rolling it up then twisting it tight forces alot of trapped air out. Then apply the weight. Using more Epoxy or Resin than you think you need, seems to work better.
 
im out of town but im checkingin
i like cotton and some poly cotten blends but denim works great and so does canvas but you hav eot make sure you have good "wet out"
also it can depend on the look your goingto for and the epoxy you use
feel free to email me a t butch@harnerknives.com
 
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