The "Ask Nathan a Question" Thread

fnordmorph said:
So... given the comments about stew vs. simplicity, and D2 or Double-D 3V... which do you think will make a better skinner? Not that your opinion will stop me from asking for both in the pre-order...
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I'm not honestly sure. I was going to say D2, but the tweaked 3v Delta is harder and has a significant carbide volume fraction. Definitely better edge stability. I'm not actually sure.
 
Elgatodeacero said:
Will CPK ever make a modern/traditional style slip joint pocket knife?
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No, but I am considering a very basic lockback just to get some Delta 3V in my pocket.

I really need to do that. Right now I can't find my Shiro (it's lost again) so I'm carrying something in m390 that I won't name that has the worst edge retention I have experienced in a while. Pissing me off and that folder gets closer every time I use it.
 
Nathan the Machinist said:
No, but I am considering a very basic lockback just to get some Delta 3V in my pocket.

I really need to do that. Right now I can't find my Shiro (it's lost again) so I'm carrying something in m390 that I won't name that has the worst edge retention I have experienced in a while. Pissing me off and that folder gets closer every time I use it.
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I hate M390. I hope you never find the Shiro and have to use that nasty M390 for the next year… maybe we will get a folder in two weeks??

Okay, okay, we can help find the Shiro and design the folder.
 
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"And then I told them that they could expect a new folder in two weeks!"
 
Hi Nathan, I wanted to hear your opinion on alternatives to D3V.
What do you think about Z-Tuff steel—is there anything in it that can be maximized?
In the context of toughness/edge retention.
Do you consider Z-Tuff to be something like an analogue to 3V?
From the standpoint of maximization that you achieved with your D3V, does Z-Tuff have the same potential?
Edited:
Can Z-Tuff or other similar steels be generally considered an analogue of D3V?
In the context of maximizing their heat-treatment process that you personally perform?
I’m interested exactly from the point of view of the maker.
(Toughness context)
 
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Moorik said:
Hi Nathan, I wanted to hear your opinion on alternatives to D3V.
What do you think about Z-Tuff steel—is there anything in it that can be maximized?
In the context of toughness/edge retention.
Do you consider Z-Tuff to be something like an analogue to 3V?
From the standpoint of maximization that you achieved with your D3V, does Z-Tuff have the same potential?
Edited:
Can Z-Tuff or other similar steels be generally considered an analogue of D3V?
In the context of maximizing their heat-treatment process that you personally perform?
I’m interested exactly from the point of view of the maker.
(Toughness context)
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Probably
 
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