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Hi, I'm about to try this stuff on a knife handle. Has anybody used this before? Any tips, experiences, suggestions or comments would be greatly appreciated.
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Are you gonna use the spray or the actual dip?
The dip is easier for handles and when done gives a decent grip but it can be tricky to get it even. If your not fussy thats not a problem.
The durability may be questionable and its relatively soft and can pick up "particles" But you can always reapply it.
An appropriate sized piece of shrink tubing isn't as tacky but it works well and is a little more durable.
The dip is easier for handles and when done gives a decent grip but it can be tricky to get it even. If your not fussy thats not a problem.
The durability may be questionable and its relatively soft and can pick up "particles" But you can always reapply it.
An appropriate sized piece of shrink tubing isn't as tacky but it works well and is a little more durable.
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Hi Booshank, I do want to get it even. Could you be specific with your experiences. I would also like to apply 2-3 coatings one over the other. Shrinkwrap works well but it irritates my hands. Boyer is using a new process "chemgrip" if I recall. Wonder what that's about.
Hi,
I've used the plastic dip in a can seen at many hardware stores. It worked very well for my Gerber MKII.
Expect it to last about a year. It is not particularly pretty but it makes the grip much more secure.
I would not use it with sand as that would cause premature peeling, IMNSHO.
Shealey
I've used the plastic dip in a can seen at many hardware stores. It worked very well for my Gerber MKII.
Expect it to last about a year. It is not particularly pretty but it makes the grip much more secure.
I would not use it with sand as that would cause premature peeling, IMNSHO.
Shealey
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If you guys are talking about plastisol, it won't hurt to try. If you are unsuccessful, it can be peeled off fairly easily. It finishes fairly tacky, so it might not be good if you are going to carry close to bare skin. I sold the stuff for many years for industrial applications,like electricity- resistant screwdrivers. One caveat, sometimes the instructions will say that you can get a more durable surface if you apply heat. Don't mess with your tempering! To be safe, I'd say to stay 200 F. or below.
Hope this helps. Let us know how it turns out!
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Hope this helps. Let us know how it turns out!
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Hi David, I'm referring spicifically to a product called Plasti Dip widely available at hardware stores. However, I just performed a search for Plastisol. Wow, this stuff is used on everything and apparently is plenty tough and available in a wide range of colors. I'm going to do more research but it looks only to be available in large quantities. Very interesting - Plasti Dip is clearly a similar product but not likely as durable as Plastisol.
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Averageguy,
Try any Lowes or HomeQuarters. BTW, you stink for living in the most beautiful city in the eastern U.S.
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Try any Lowes or HomeQuarters. BTW, you stink for living in the most beautiful city in the eastern U.S.
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I've had the best luck with skate board tape, I know it's not even near the same type of stuff but I've tried both and had best luck with the tape.
You can get it from most bike stores that cell shate boards for about $6 for a piece 8"x24"
Either way you try it I would clean the knife with Brake Parts Cleaner available anywhere you can buy Automotive supplies. Spray it liberally, let it air dry for 5 -10 minutes and then dip or stick.
You can get it from most bike stores that cell shate boards for about $6 for a piece 8"x24"
Either way you try it I would clean the knife with Brake Parts Cleaner available anywhere you can buy Automotive supplies. Spray it liberally, let it air dry for 5 -10 minutes and then dip or stick.
Averageguy:
Successive dips will work however if the handle your dipping has, say some kind of severe contours or holes or something, getting control of the "drips" is what may cause some uneveness. I've used it on tool handles, etc.
Its not that big of deal though give it a try and see if you like it, if not its fairly easy to peel off when dry.
Successive dips will work however if the handle your dipping has, say some kind of severe contours or holes or something, getting control of the "drips" is what may cause some uneveness. I've used it on tool handles, etc.
Its not that big of deal though give it a try and see if you like it, if not its fairly easy to peel off when dry.
Average,
I've used it several times on old kitchen knife handles. I usually apply 2-3 coats. It dries fairly quickly to where it won't run. I dip it and then hold the blade, tipping it up or down until it stops running. I then put 24 hours between coats. It works great but as Shealy stated it will need recoating in about a year if the knife is used a lot.
I've used it several times on old kitchen knife handles. I usually apply 2-3 coats. It dries fairly quickly to where it won't run. I dip it and then hold the blade, tipping it up or down until it stops running. I then put 24 hours between coats. It works great but as Shealy stated it will need recoating in about a year if the knife is used a lot.