Tip of day

Thanks AT, i talked to you about 2 years ago when we discussed this. I forgot who told me until today!

Ive been using Devcon 2 ton with good results, but want to try something new.
 
The glue I use is the same glue I use for my plane that I am making. I figure if it is strong enough for that surely it will hold a handle on a knife. :

Plus I got it handy, don't have to buy anything else
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It is System Three T-88 structural Epoxy.
Plus I got a gun mix it 1:1. All you have to do is squeeze the trigger and out comes the glue ready to use.

Heck that gun would work with almost any epoxy that is 1:1

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I bought some of that Shaft epoxy awhile back....clear, strong, and doesn't run. Also cheaper than Lusol (another golf club glue). I got a pint each of epoxy and catalyst for $18.50. As for the 24 hour set time, I like it since I can do several knives at a sitting.
 
Wow!!! They have the shafting epoxy in a gallon can for only $28 and some change. Is that too much at one time? Does the stuff go bad if not used in say 9 months to a year? Thanks for the tip and the link A T! I started out using Devcon epoxy, but found out that vibration, even from stamping my mark, would release it's grip on the tang. I even tried using it with rivet holes. I hope this stuff will work better. I've been using Dap Weldwood contact cement. If you apply it in very thin coats, it sticks big time and won't leave gaps! The only way to take the handles back off is to drive a thin blade knife in between the handle and tang and pry it off. I even use it for my spacer material. I just put thin layers on entire sheets and glue them up in the color combo I use. Works great for them, and with a full sheet, you can cut any shape you want. Take care! Michael

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"Always think of your fellow knife makers as partners in the search for the perfect blade, not as people trying to compete with you and your work!"
 
Sorry for the late replys, I've been out of town.

Darrel, It finishes very smooth. Yes, it gets hard, but it's not really brittle.

L6STEEL, Since I make very few straight knives,I have only bought it in the 8 oz. size. A gal. will last a long time.
 
A T,

Thanks for a really useful bit of information. I too have been using Devcon 2Ton with adequate results, but have been looking for something better for handle slabs without pins. Sounds like this might do the job.

THANKS....GaryB
 
from gregj62s post...the stuff is T88...am i right???? thats the stuff most woodworkers use (the good ones anyhow) and what i have been using since day one (since i still had plenty left from my woodworking projects) A T can you confirm this as i am interested to know. thanks...and thanks for the wonderful job offer....wait till i see you at a show..

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