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Clem Kadiddlehopper

Clem Kadiddlehopper

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Well that's how this knife kind of went for Todd. He was on one of his trips trying some thing new.
And it seemed like well maybe it could work/ and then again maybe NOT......

He had this brainy idea to make some scales out of Coconut Husk, and it almost worked.

But when he went to finish it out, the fibers kept fraying and he couldn't get the scales smooth.
Thought I would show you all a photo so you could see what a maker goes through trying new ideas.
This was a complete waist of time, and the knife goes into my scrap yard of knives.

Look close and you can see the fibers sticking out on the knife.


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Coconut Husk

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I think it looks really nice. I don't know much about the process, but could the coconut husk be stabilized first? Those scales are so nice looking, it seems that stabilization might be worth a try if it hasn't been done. Mike
 
I think it looks fantastic! Just trim those little stickups off with a razor blade and smear some CA glue on for a finish, should be just fine.
 
Mike157 said:
I think it looks really nice. I don't know much about the process, but could the coconut husk be stabilized first? Those scales are so nice looking, it seems that stabilization might be worth a try if it hasn't been done. Mike
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black mamba said:
I think it looks fantastic! Just trim those little stickups off with a razor blade and smear some CA glue on for a finish, should be just fine.
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Egg-zactly! Tell Todd that the problem is he didn't take this knife to its logical conclusion. Coconut husk micarta! ;)
 
I like the look of it myself. But the reality of the situation is if the maker isn't pleased with the outcome then he has the right to do with it as he pleases. After all, it will carry his name from now on.

I still would like to have it though:D

Chris
 
Mike157 said:
I think it looks really nice. I don't know much about the process, but could the coconut husk be stabilized first? Those scales are so nice looking, it seems that stabilization might be worth a try if it hasn't been done. Mike
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Todd made the scales from husk they use in the bottom of flower pots. Said he tried everything he could to save the knife.
And when Todd say's he tried everything - believe me, he tried everything......:D

I'll just have to keep it knowing that I may have the ONLY Coconut Husk slip joint in the world.
Talk about one of a kind. :eek::D
 
I'm in!

:D

Seriously, it's hard to tell from the pictures, but I wonder how bad it is. After the fibers that are sticking out wear down, would the handle be stable, even if a little rough? Of course it's his name on it, so it's his call. If ya don't experiment, ya never know!
 
I think I like it.

Like has been said, maybe stabilized, or given a clear coat with some kind of urethane or other polymer. I don't think it should be given up on just yet.
 
Man thats just beautiful! I'd try putting a layer of lacquer on it or something... It's too pretty to not try to perfect! Could be something really unique.
 
That'll buff right out. :D


Send it over to Evan for a fresh pair of pants.
 
That's a neat idea. I'm sorry it didn't work out to his satisfaction. I can imagine the frustration!
 
Is it lost forever or can he rescale it with a less prickly fabric? Like cactus-needles maybe?
 
QJerry said:
Is it lost forever or can he rescale it with a less prickly fabric? Like cactus-needles maybe?
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To rescale the knife would pretty much ruin it, Todd could make another knife just as fast.

The photo doesn't show how ruff the scales are and they really are not that bad.

But lucky for me, they were bad enough for Todd not to be able to sell the knife......:)

I'll just hang on to her and sweet talk to her for awhile......:D
 
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