Shadetree Neckers

tito

tito

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I traded Todd at Shadetree Phenolics for some handle material - here's what I'm sending him.

The red/blk is felt, and is extremely grippy. At first I wanted the red to pop out more, but after etching the blade, I like it better the way it is. The patterns he can work with this material are endless, and I really like the zigzag-lightning pattern in parts of it. I requested some orange/blk for a kitchen knife, which I think will be perfect for that use.

The blue one is the glow material. Like the felt, it's also very grippy - but it lights up like Christmas after a little sunlight hits it...very cool stuff. I wish I could post a photo of it - I could read the hands of my watch by the initial glow.

The materials are softer than micarta, so neither will get glossy. But, you can wet sand them both pretty well, and they are grippier than micarta - I didn't test for things like chemical resistance, etc. I like the way these turned out, and Todd is great to work with. I definitely recommend him if you need something special and different.
 
Coty,
Those are even cooler than I expected. I can't wait to get them. It has been a pleasure working with you also, I hope to do more with you in the future.
Thanks So much!
-Todd
 
For me, the red and black I could see on a knife for myself.

I would like more info?
 
SpearZ said:
For me, the red and black I could see on a knife for myself.

I would like more info?
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Thanks for the interest.

Here is a link to some of the scales I have on hand for immediate shipment:

http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=494348

My email address is in my signature below. Also, check out my photobucket album (link in my signature) for additional ideas and materials. I can usually make and ship a set of scales within a week, if I have material in stock or available locally, a bit longer if I need to order materials.

Thanks again!
 
Are the scales removeable? I have one of yours and have not tried, I was just wondering if other scales could be obtained as well.
 
I like those neckers!!! Do you have them for sale? Or others like them? What type of steel do you use?

Secondly, do you put handles on knives? I have one that needs new scales and fasteners, and if you do handles I would be interested.
 
Barrabas,

I can make you another set of scales, but I'll need your knife back to fit them. They would be close to your knife, but would inevitably be too large or too small and look jacked up. BTW, I didn't locktite your scales, so you should be able to get them off for cleaning, lube, etc.

All,

I do make these for sale - shoot me a PM - $65 plus 5 for shipping.

I do not work on other knives, handles, etc. I'm fairly certain you can find those who will around here, though. Happy hunting...

Almost forgot - these have all been made out of 1095 but I can make them out of whatever - prices will vary.
 
Coty,
The knives were waiting in the mailbox when we got home from camping yesterday. Very cool and I quite pleased with them. I need to contact you soon about doing some more.
Thanks again,
Todd
 
Yeah those are sweet!
I'm with SpearZ I can defiantly see those red and black going on a couple of my blades :)
And tito awesome job showing them off!
 
Here is some photos of the glow necker:

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What do you think?
 
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