How does one create this "texture" on G10 and Micarta?

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I'm very interested in how people do this to micarta and G10 handle scales. Is it just done with a dremel and a cone shaped grinding stone or a cone shaped carbide cutter? Thanks!

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basically, its called tiger strip g10. its a layered g10 material - with alternating colors (red/black in this case). You sand down the g10 (you can use a dremel type device) and be sure to leave the black top g10 layer consistent to form a continuous line. I asked tuffthumbz to emulate this picture for my zt350. here is the result. he refused to do the pivot that way cuz he said it looked silly. starts at 3:00 minute mark.

http://www.youtube.com/user/tuffthumbz#p/search/0/iifZM8YoMk8
 
Layman answer only here... Can't it be done in a home non-prod environment with round files?
 
tryppyr said:
Would you actually want to hold that knife, or is it just for looking at?
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I haven't held one myself, but it appears that the edges have been softened a bit to reduce the sharpness of the handle. I would think that for light duty it wouldn't affect you any (hotspots, blisters, etc).
 
GrizzlyBear said:
I'm very interested in how people do this to micarta and G10 handle scales. Is it just done with a dremel and a cone shaped grinding stone or a cone shaped carbide cutter? Thanks!
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You can shape the pattern with a file or a small grinding wheel, I prefer a 2" wheel. The scales in the photo looks like they might be cut on a CNC machine or something along those lines.


tryppyr said:
Would you actually want to hold that knife, or is it just for looking at?
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They can be just as comfortable as a traditional handle depending on how they are done. The grip is excellent even when wet. The one on the photo does look a bit aggressive.
 
awh said:
basically, its called tiger strip g10. its a layered g10 material - with alternating colors (red/black in this case). You sand down the g10 (you can use a dremel type device) and be sure to leave the black top g10 layer consistent to form a continuous line. I asked tuffthumbz to emulate this picture for my zt350. here is the result. he refused to do the pivot that way cuz he said it looked silly. starts at 3:00 minute mark.

http://www.youtube.com/user/tuffthumbz#p/search/0/iifZM8YoMk8
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Wow Andrew, didnt say that....not cool bro.
 
Paddling_man said:
Layman answer only here... Can't it be done in a home non-prod environment with round files?
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Yes.

I personally use a small wheel attachment on my horizontal, but with patience, you could do it with a file.

When done well, it is much more comfortable than it would appear.
 
Daniel Fairly Knives said:
You can shape the pattern with a file or a small grinding wheel, I prefer a 2" wheel. The scales in the photo looks like they might be cut on a CNC machine or something along those lines.

They can be just as comfortable as a traditional handle depending on how they are done. The grip is excellent even when wet. The one on the photo does look a bit aggressive.
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Dan, I know that knife from past posts, and I also own some with very similar texturing. Not done on CNC, this is all done with round files and hand sanding to the best of my knowledge.

@Greg, the handle is definitely for using. Not nearly as uncomfortable as you would make it out to be. This type of handle treatment is actually very popular among modders/pimpers, in my opinion because it is so comfortable and isn't produced by any of the big production knife companies, at least not to this extent. It takes some work to get an even finish on all of the grooves, and is pretty labor intensive, but the end result is worth it!:thumbup:
 
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