Micarta Light Green 1" thick

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You would not have to load but a few slabs to have that 100 lbs, one of those little blocks by itself weighed in at 25 lbs.
Jim
 
Judging from the color and description, I'll bet it's "natural" G10, which is made with fiberglass instead of cloth. It's great for handles, but when I tried to cut some that I have with a wood cutting bandsaw blade, the blade went dull real fast....
 
Phillip Patton said:
Judging from the color and description, I'll bet it's "natural" G10, which is made with fiberglass instead of cloth. It's great for handles, but when I tried to cut some that I have with a wood cutting bandsaw blade, the blade went dull real fast....
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The man loading it this morning that works with me brushed a slab against his arm and complained that it felt like the fiberglass insulation of old. Itched Bad! He mentioned that he thought it had fiberglass in it.

I guess we are getting closer to an answer of what it really is.
James
 
I cut sheets of Micarta and G10 for my supplier web site. It was a learning process to be sure. I ended up buying a new 3hp tile saw with a diamond blade. Nothing else would last more than a few passes. I tried my 4x6, my 7x12 metal band saws and then finally my 14" wood band saw. 1/8" G10 killed the blades on all three in short time. The tile saw cuts right through it. You can cut this stuff slowly with a carbide tipped saw blade on a table saw or skill saw but it will have to be thin and you'll have to go slow. I'm not sure about 2" thick though...before you end up paying for a big chunk to be shipped you might think how you are going to cut it up?
 
I've got a tile saw, be a bitch to cut 1/2 slabs but I'll do it! I couldn't promise a schedule but I'd probably be willing to do it and then resell at enough to pay for blades and beers. Sounds like it's mostly good for shop fittings.
 
A LOT of electronics grade Micarta is glass fiber based... Based on the data in this thread I can easily see it being that.

I have sent an email asking for some of it too. I'll gladly pay $10 to get a 25 lb slab of it. That is still a LOT cheaper than buying commercial stuff and probably much tougher for 'other' uses that I don't want to waste high $$ commercial stuff upon. If anyone in the lower half of Texas (Corpus/Houston/San Antonio) wants to make it a group deal to save shipping let me know...I travel enough to get it to you sometime this year.
 
James Todd said:
The man loading it this morning that works with me brushed a slab against his arm and complained that it felt like the fiberglass insulation of old. Itched Bad! He mentioned that he thought it had fiberglass in it.

I guess we are getting closer to an answer of what it really is.
James
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Even if it turns out not to be practical for cutting into slabs for handles, I'd still like a big piece. I've been wanting a big slab of something to use as a work surface for tooling leather, and this would be perfect. :thumbup:
 
tmickley said:
I cut sheets of Micarta and G10 for my supplier web site. It was a learning process to be sure. I ended up buying a new 3hp tile saw with a diamond blade. Nothing else would last more than a few passes. I tried my 4x6, my 7x12 metal band saws and then finally my 14" wood band saw. 1/8" G10 killed the blades on all three in short time. The tile saw cuts right through it. You can cut this stuff slowly with a carbide tipped saw blade on a table saw or skill saw but it will have to be thin and you'll have to go slow. I'm not sure about 2" thick though...before you end up paying for a big chunk to be shipped you might think how you are going to cut it up?
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Tile saw! Interesting idea. I'll have to try that. Thanks. :)
 
Am I the only one that uses a table saw? I have been cutting micarta for years, up to 2" with no problems whatsoever. I use thin kerf, carbide tipped blades. :confused:
 
Fox said:
Am I the only one that uses a table saw? I have been cutting micarta for years, up to 2" with no problems whatsoever. I use thin kerf, carbide tipped blades. :confused:
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You have probably never cut Micarta that is based on glass fibers. The traditional Micarta is paper/cotton/linen/canvas based and much less abrasive. The stuff being discussed here is more like G10 which is a very tough fiberglass.

I was planning on using a sawzall with metal cutting blades, slow speeds, and some lubricant. If that failed RemGrit blades should work and they can be had for bandsaws as well.
 
Even if it turns out not to be practical for cutting into slabs for handles, I'd still like a big piece. I've been wanting a big slab of something to use as a work surface for tooling leather, and this would be perfect.
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I went to the local counter top place and did some dumpster diving and scored a huge piece of marble it works great for leather tooling.
 
Tomorrow I am going to lay all the slabs I have and label them with a magic marker as to size, weight and how many are available in that size. I never knew giving something away was going to involve so much work. These slabs are Heavy. I will post the pictures and the slabs will be numbered. If you want a piece, I will need a NEW EMAIL (LINK)with the number of the slab in the subject line. Like this, (PLEASE) "Micarta Piece #9", The first to reply (correctly) in emails will get the piece. I will have the weights listed and you can go to Fedex Grd and plug in your zip and mine 35906 and get the cost. Included in your email should be your shipping address and phone #, so I can do a label with required information.

To help as many as possible I am forced to allow only one piece per customer. I hope I do not come across as being rude or ugly, but I have no way to cut it myself. If anyone wants to drive down or up, I will take them to the yard and let them load, But I am tired. We picked up another 1,000 lbs or so today and this is getting to be a JOB without pay. Speaking of paying, All I have asked for is shipping, If your piece weighs more than 70 lbs, it might be best for it to go via freight line. I will give you my rate with Roadway or AAA Cooper. I get 70% discount with everything being shipped as class 60. If you want it freight collect, you will lose my discount. (Freight Line Rules, Not Mine) For the larger slabs, in your email ask for the freight rate. If everything is to your satisfaction, then AFTER I have confirmed via email that you were first to ask for your piece, then you can send freight cost via paypal and include about 3% for the fees.

Again, I apologize for asking you to go through this procedure, but if you were in my shoes, how would you go about trying to be fair to everyone?

I love BF and the guys that make and sell knives, the last thing in the world I want to do is to offend someone. So I ask for your patience and forgiveness if you do not end up with some.

Again, if you live anywhere zip 35906, I will be glad to take you to the yard and let you load up (as long as the owner is still wanting me to clear his lot out) Call first 256-442-4353, ask for Jim or Byron (my son). He is helping me with this JOB I undertook.

After I confirm the piece is yours and tell you the cost, please send shipping cost via paypal to Jimt@RainGard.com or let me know you are sending Money Order to: Jim Todd, PO Box 21, Gadsden, AL 35902


Thanks again for being understanding,
Jim
 
HEY! How did I get dragged into this?!?!?











Just kidding. Yes, it's heavy. Yes, it looks to be a major pain to cut. A tool and die guy that I talked to earlier today mentioned that he had his workers resort to cutting it with a tile saw.

For anyone within a few hours driving distance of Gadsden in Northeast Alabama, give us a ring if you're planning to come by. Bring some gloves and some strength and I'll help you get as much as you can safely carry (the last load the tires sagged on the commerical van as we brought it back to the warehouse).

Byron
 
ByronTodd said:
...Just kidding. Yes, it's heavy. Yes, it looks to be a major pain to cut. A tool and die guy that I talked to earlier today mentioned that he had his workers resort to cutting it with a tile saw...
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funny, because the linen electrical micarta i am using now can be cut with a jigsaw quite nicely.
 
James Todd said:
Tomorrow I am going to lay all the slabs I have and label them with a magic marker as to size, weight and how many are available in that size. I never knew giving something away was going to involve so much work. These slabs are Heavy. I will post the pictures and the slabs will be numbered. If you want a piece, I will need a NEW EMAIL (LINK)with the number of the slab in the subject line. Like this, (PLEASE) "Micarta Piece #9", The first to reply (correctly) in emails will get the piece. I will have the weights listed and you can go to Fedex Grd and plug in your zip and mine 35906 and get the cost. Included in your email should be your shipping address and phone #, so I can do a label with required information.

To help as many as possible I am forced to allow only one piece per customer. I hope I do not come across as being rude or ugly, but I have no way to cut it myself. If anyone wants to drive down or up, I will take them to the yard and let them load, But I am tired. We picked up another 1,000 lbs or so today and this is getting to be a JOB without pay. Speaking of paying, All I have asked for is shipping, If your piece weighs more than 70 lbs, it might be best for it to go via freight line. I will give you my rate with Roadway or AAA Cooper. I get 70% discount with everything being shipped as class 60. If you want it freight collect, you will lose my discount. (Freight Line Rules, Not Mine) For the larger slabs, in your email ask for the freight rate. If everything is to your satisfaction, then AFTER I have confirmed via email that you were first to ask for your piece, then you can send freight cost via paypal and include about 3% for the fees.

Again, I apologize for asking you to go through this procedure, but if you were in my shoes, how would you go about trying to be fair to everyone?

I love BF and the guys that make and sell knives, the last thing in the world I want to do is to offend someone. So I ask for your patience and forgiveness if you do not end up with some.

Again, if you live anywhere zip 35906, I will be glad to take you to the yard and let you load up (as long as the owner is still wanting me to clear his lot out) Call first 256-442-4353, ask for Jim or Byron (my son). He is helping me with this JOB I undertook.

After I confirm the piece is yours and tell you the cost, please send shipping cost via paypal to Jimt@RainGard.com or let me know you are sending Money Order to: Jim Todd, PO Box 21, Gadsden, AL 35902


Thanks again for being understanding,

Jim
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Jim, I would like to drive over and pick some up . Warrior to Gadsden isn't very far. Let me know . thanks Larry
 
LarryM said:
Jim, I would like to drive over and pick some up . Warrior to Gadsden isn't very far. Let me know . thanks Larry
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Come on over and get it. Call for directions from 278 or I-59, 256-442-4353
Jim

Ps guys, I am taking him to the source, all prev micarta still available.
 
There was a maker selling on bladeforums called Stag & Steel, (I think) who was making knife handles with this stuff. They looked cool. It looked like that jade that is milky green. If you look at the for sale by maker board back in feb or march there should be a few of his old postings.

Edited to add
Found the maker, Jim Wharton, Here is a pick of one of his knives using this material and highly polished

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c309/jamesWharton/DSC02680.jpg
 
Ilovetoolsteel said:
There was a maker selling on bladeforums called Stag & Steel, (I think) who was making knife handles with this stuff. They looked cool. It looked like that jade that is milky green. If you look at the for sale by maker board back in feb or march there should be a few of his old postings.

Edited to add
Found the maker, Jim Wharton, Here is a pick of one of his knives using this material and highly polished

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c309/jamesWharton/DSC02680.jpg
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I can not say for myself that this is the exact same material, I am not sure at all. Warehouse is now labeling, weighing and measuring pieces, should post pictures, sizes, weights and quantity of each size available within the next couple of hours.
James
 
Is there any way you could take a propane torch to a small piece? If it burned down and you were left with a pile of glass fiber it would be pretty telling...if it all burned away we would not know exactly what the fiber content was, but could be confident that it was not glass.

Just a thought...
 
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