THANKS (brand) EDC Utility Knife SOLD Comments Welcome

[Crag the Brewer]

I maker User blades. Hoping they get used.
I offer a variety of steels that I enjoy making, and using myself. This particular knife is from my budget line..... It's made from a PHSB (power hacksaw blade) this is Not a normal saw blade.
This is from a New, Starret High Speed Steel blade. Usually in M2 steel. Previous tested for hardness blades were at between 64-66HRC.
That's extremely Hard!
Many Makers start out using PHSB's they make Excellent knives. The reason a lot stop using the blades is because it's incredibly Slow to grind because they are incredibly Hard to grind. I use ceramic belts. It takes 2-3 times as long to grind these blades as other steels.

I will continue to offer various knives out of them. I enjoy the slow grinding, it's relaxing for me, and I'm not here for the money.... If you have an idea for a knife you'd like. Hit me up with what you'd like.... maybe we can come up with something.

Blade: PHSB HSS (probably M2) Flat/ Vex grind.
3.625" lg. .060" thick spine.
8" long overall.
Handle: Chunky vintage Micarta Black/Brown .895" thick
Aluminum/Bronze threaded fasteners.
Nickle/Bronze flared tubing
Black kydex sheath. Belt clip.














Close up of edge grinding scratches
















Even though these are hard use blades, I'd only use them for knife duties. They are not prybars. They could break if abused?

*Do as I say, and not as I do.
My personal EDC that I have various postings here on BF is longer, and more delicate. But I stabbed it through over 4"thick of lake ice this last winter..... But I Don't recommend doing it.

I stand behind My work.
But I will not replace Abused knives. But I will try to work with you if something failed due to flaws.
I want my customers to be happy above all.

*This knife is Handmade.
I make my knives without lots of fixturing that you often see now a days, and definitely not with a laser, or cnc machining. I didn't just hit the Start Button, and out pops a knife. I use lots of saws, files, scribes, and grinder belts.
These knives are Not perfect. They have scratches, scuffs, and wonky bevels.
I free hand grind on my 2x72" belt grinder to my thickness, then I Hand grind on bench stones to my final sharp edge. That's why my edges are ugly. I'm more worried about not ruining my heat treating, than what the knife looks like all scratched up.
Do Not buy my knives if you are looking for showpieces..... Seriously. However, I will continuously work on perfecting My processes. My knives slowly are looking better and better, but I promise to never lose my charm..... Ha.
*I Am building a disk grinder, my finishes Will eventually get better!

Again, it's better off that you don't buy my knives.

If I didn't scare you off.....?
$160

Price includes shipping. USA only at this time, I'm sorry.

I can pick/refuse any offer
Must be 21 years or older
All your local rules and regulations apply, and I am void of Any lawsuits from you or any parties for Any reason.
Don't be an idiot, these are sharp.

Thanks Bladeforum

 

[luethge]

Beautiful piece . That micarta you’re using is bad ass.

 

[woodysone]

Perfect blade length for an EDC, the handle material nice but with Hss at this hard this is a true EDC.

 

[Crag the Brewer]

Beautiful piece . That micarta you’re using is bad ass.

Thanks luethge the
I've got enough of This material for maybe 5 more knives, I think..... So, you Might see more of it? Haha. It's really cool, for some reason I think it has a real camo appeal. I think it looks better in real life.


woodysone it's a rope, flesh, cardboard cutting Machine!
Scott (Seedy Lot) got me hooked on using them. He suggested I try the material, and I fell in love. I forgot to measure the bte thickness, but generally I like less then .015" and shallow, acute angles.
Even though I like a ton of more traditional steels, these really kick butt.

 

[Crag the Brewer]

I've had a couple conversations about how the steel feels, sharpens, and behaves...?

It's a steel that lets you get a fine sharp edge.
Really can bite into your finger with little pressure. Holds a edge a long time.
It can rust, but if you hand wash your knives and dry them reasonably afterwards you will have no problem. I made a kitchen utility for a few people, and they are not taking care of them. They leave them used, wet, and messy till morning, without any problems. I oil with mineral oil occasionally, but it's not necessary where I live in the Great Lakes area.... I just like the oiled Micarta look.

*I sharpen with BYXCO Manticore bench stone, which is made from silicone carbide.
*Then I use an ultra fine diamond bench stone from Atoma
*Then I use another BYXCO Artic Fox bench stone which is made from aluminum oxide.
I also have an American Mutt.
*Then I hone/steel my edges with a Gossman Survival Tool. It's a little bit more aggressive than stropping, but I like it.

Here is a chart I copied from Alpha Knife Supply.
Go to their site for all your material needs...



I'll keep answering questions, but as of now this knife is Sold, pending funding.

Please continue to comment.
Thanks.

 

[jfk1110]

Nice job.... It should slay.cardboard and crooks!!!!

 

[Crag the Brewer]

Nice job.... It should slay.cardboard and crooks!!!!

Haha...thanks. I'm so Horrible (with my personal/beater knife)
I slices slivers of aluminum beer cans, like people slice paper shreds.

 

[jfk1110]

Haha...thanks. I'm so Horrible (with my personal/beater knife)
I slices slivers of aluminum beer cans, like people slice paper shreds.

Bet its fun though!!