The Carothers 6" Utility Fighter

[untytled]

Found this and figured it may be worth sharing here since this pattern is being revisited and there are quite a few people interested in them.

https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/wip-machined-knife.1153472/

Good read with an abundant amount of information on the processes behind the way Nathan makes his knives. Made me appreciate mine that much more!

Hope this is ok. Not sure how much has changed in the process since this thread was originally posted. Nonetheless it's worth looking/reading through.

 

[Casinostocks]

CPK revisit is a learning experience

 

[betzner]

Yeah, that thread is always a good read, something well worth the time and effort for those who wish to learn.

 

[Readyeseve]

Thanks OP, that was a great read. Bladeforums should be paying Nathan the Machinist to post here instead of the other way around!

 

[cold one]

Cool thread, thanks for digging it up, first time I've seen it, enjoyed the read, looking forward to this knife being made available for purchase again.

 

[duramax]

Very informative and cool read Thanks untytled !!!!!

 

[indawire]

Thanks for posting this, I just spent time reading it over and well worth every minute.

 

[Bulldog18]

Thanks for the post its really an informative read especially for a noob to CPK knives!I can't wait to get a new UF to go with my recently acquired HDFK!!

 

[benchrest308]

Does anyone happen to have a picture handy of an acid washed UF? I can't envision it

 

[NUTRAMAC]

Does anyone happen to have a picture handy of an acid washed UF? I can't envision it

Yes I Do!
There Bad A$$
When I return home I’ll post a picture.

 

[benchrest308]

Yes I Do!
There Bad A$$
When I return home I’ll post a picture.

Thank you, sir! Much appreciated and eagerly anticipated

 

[Gusbuster]

Does anyone happen to have a picture handy of an acid washed UF? I can't envision it

Mike snagged one at Blade. It’s a beauty!

 

[betzner]

Here ya go, the acid wash UFs:

 

[Fonedork]

Thanks for the pic Bob, those look to have sharpened tips as well? I think that I’ll be going with the same setup on my preorder.

 

[woodysone]

Bob, what type of wood in the top one, looks very interesting.

 

[betzner]

Bob, what type of wood in the top one, looks very interesting.

Top is California buckeye and bottom is carbon fiber.

 

[betzner]

Thanks for the pic Bob, those look to have sharpened tips as well? I think that I’ll be going with the same setup on my preorder.

Almost missed your post, Eric! No, the top clips were not sharpened.

 

[benchrest308]

Here ya go, the acid wash UFs:

Thank you very much! You weren't joking! Those are bad @$$

 

[XtianAus]

Does acid wash add to corrosion resistance or is it for aeathetics only?

 

[betzner]

It helps to some degree to protect against oxidation, yes. But proper maintenance is the best prevention against it. With an acid wash or without it, lack of proper maintenance and cleaning will at some point adversely affect the steel, no matter how "almost stainless quality" it is.