Scandi Bushfinger Andy's Grind

Great write up.

I go back and forth about getting a Scandi. I would like the added control it gives to wood working, but am not sure I want the added down sides that come with the scandi grind. I am a big fan of convex edges, and a scandi with a light convex micro bevel sounds like it might be more my speed.


I have had many new knives that the initial edge (whether convex, or v edge) needed a touch up after initial use. I feel that you often get a very sharp "wire" edge on many knives that once you knock off, the edge is more durable.

I have also found some edges that suffer from a little bit of "edge burn" where you need an initial sharpening to get past the factory edge that may have gotten a bit warm with a quick sharpen.

I really like Andy's designs, and feel like he has spawned more than his share of inspired makers from his originality.



I know some like a more "toothy/rough" final grind on their sacks, but I prefer a smooth. polished, convex finish on my sack. I find this provides less friction and scratching and it just slides through the medium you are using it on. But everyone has their own opinion on this.
 
Bigfattyt said:
Great write up.

I go back and forth about getting a Scandi. I would like the added control it gives to wood working, but am not sure I want the added down sides that come with the scandi grind. I am a big fan of convex edges, and a scandi with a light convex micro bevel sounds like it might be more my speed.


I have had many new knives that the initial edge (whether convex, or v edge) needed a touch up after initial use. I feel that you often get a very sharp "wire" edge on many knives that once you knock off, the edge is more durable.

I have also found some edges that suffer from a little bit of "edge burn" where you need an initial sharpening to get past the factory edge that may have gotten a bit warm with a quick sharpen.

I really like Andy's designs, and feel like he has spawned more than his share of inspired makers from his originality.



I know some like a more "toothy/rough" final grind on their sacks, but I prefer a smooth. polished, convex finish on my sack. I find this provides less friction and scratching and it just slides through the medium you are using it on. But everyone has their own opinion on this.
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Aw, hell. I was just about to talk about some of the pros/cons I have come across with zero scandis and how I am actually warming up a little to my BRKT Bushcrafter with the scandivex grind.

I was even going to mention how your reply was toning down the gay-dar.

Then you went there!!!

LSHMSFOAIDMT (Laughing so hard my sombrero fell off and I dropped my taco) Happy (early) Cinco de Mayo all!
 
DD,

When we get together to make this sheath - BRING that Bushcrafter with you - I have been wanting to get my hands on one.

Shoulder is feeling MUCH better - a couple of weeks and we should be back in business.

Have you decided what knife to make a sheath for?

TF
 
You got it TF! I'm leaning towards the KE Bushie, this little thing makes me grin. However, I will narrow it down to 2, and bring both just in case of any last minute floundering.

Glad to hear that the shoulder is on the mend. Take care of yourself!

DD
 
Thanks for all the feed back guys. Can anyone fill me in on how to post pics. I just got my Ellsworth sheath and turned it into a belt clip/ bangler conversion. I would love to share it and the beautiful bushfinger Andy made me. Still loven it. It has become my EDC and my primary bush belt knife. I will be doing some more test soon.
As for all the talk about grinding of male organs, I hope there are no women in the room and I will just say that those of you who practice this are way tougher than I am. I would go with a Scandi If I where to do this as it takes way less geinding to achive. Hollow ground would be out for sure.
 
Storm crier said:
Thanks for all the feed back guys. Can anyone fill me in on how to post pics. I just got my Ellsworth sheath and turned it into a belt clip/ bangler conversion. I would love to share it and the beautiful bushfinger Andy made me. Still loven it. It has become my EDC and my primary bush belt knife. I will be doing some more test soon.
As for all the talk about grinding of male organs, I hope there are no women in the room and I will just say that those of you who practice this are way tougher than I am. I would go with a Scandi If I where to do this as it takes way less geinding to achive. Hollow ground would be out for sure.
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Just set up a free account at photobucket, upload the picture there, and then copy the "direct link" that you will see when you scroll over the picture. Come back here, and paste that direct link into the "insert image" button, and share away!

DD

Just PLEASE, don't post any pics if you are succesful with your scandi!!! ;)
 
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Ok so lets see if this pic worked.

Test Number 2
 
Sweet it worked..
look out Bladeforum I just might crash the system now:D

Anyway you can see how well it did out of the box but after the little bit of love I gaveit it was making feather sticks twice as fine. The tip is very strong and drilled through the 1/2 inch thick oak like it was nothing. No damage. I also batoned it cross grain for kicks. This boarders on abuse for a scandi in hard dry wood and I use my BHK Machete for this type of work but..... there were no knots and it was there so .....
It worked great and no issues.
Pics of the sheath conversion to come.
 
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