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Fixall said:
So... Would you want to try your hand at custom fitting a lockbar and blade on a Delica Wharncliffe? It might not be possible to get a safe lockup, but if someone can do it, I figure you're the guy to talk to, lol.

Worst comes to worst, I can have a custom lockbar made using the original lockbar (that is on my titanium/damasteel delica) as a template... So maybe file the lockbar, rather than the blade locking mechanism? Idk. Whatcha think?


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That's a tricky one...have you compared the two lockbars yet?
 
WValtakis said:
That's a tricky one...have you compared the two lockbars yet?
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Yea, I thought it might be, lol. The best option might be to send the original lock at to Dylan and have him CNC me another one.

I haven’t compared the two lock bars just yet…. But I need to pull the Damasteel Delica apart here soon so I can debur the liners though. I’ll try to do that in the next couple of days and get some comparison shots up.
 
Chip, have you ever worked on a watch case? I'm looking at a watch I really like, but the case is polished and I'd like it more if it were bead blasted. Ever taken a watch apart?
 
TRfromMT said:
Chip, have you ever worked on a watch case? I'm looking at a watch I really like, but the case is polished and I'd like it more if it were bead blasted. Ever taken a watch apart?
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I have, only for personal stuff. What watch and movement?
 
TRfromMT said:
Serica 4512.
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We might be able to figure something out, probably easier to discuss over a quick phone call...drop me an email with your number and a good time to call (chippedmetal at gmail)👍
 
Will do... Gotta get the watch first. Just wanted to know if I'm willing to, are you willing to put your mark on a watch.
 
After looking at some of your work, I'm undecided about what would look cool on the Scarab 2 shadow I'm planning to send you. I want something done to replace the grip tape. As we discussed I was thinking about titanium inserts with a splash pattern, but your patterns are insanely cool. Or would you be able to a pattern and/or anodize the aluminum that is underneath the grip tape? I'd prefer not to have any "inserts". Please post more photos incorporating tritium vials too! I know I want tritium near the base and perhaps one recessed into the switch if a vial could be placed there. Would the coating on the non-Shadow version be easier to strip/work with? I just started looking for a host after our discussion. Thanks again
 
WValtakis said:
That's a tricky one...have you compared the two lockbars yet?
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Well, Hell Chip... I think this might actually be possible. And by the looks of it, maybe not all that tricky.

Here's a shot of the lockbar that needs to be modified underneath of the lockbar that it needs to match. I used a sleeve from the Delica to ensure they were lined up perfectly. By the looks of it, it looks like the modified lockbar just needs a tiny bit of material removed. Maybe I should just bust out the dremel, or 1" belt sander...?
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Here's a shot of the lockbar that needs to be modified on top of the lockbar that it needs to match. As far as I can tell, there doesn't seem like there are any areas where the old lockbar needs material added (if that makes sense).
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Here's a short clip with the lockbar to be modified on the bottom so you can see it from different angles.

And a short clip with the lockbar to be modified on the top.
 
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Alright, I sprayed some layout dye on the backlock that needs to be modified, and then placed the other backlock on top of it, and then used a needle to scratch out the area that needs to be removed. Should be a little easier to see. Maybe.

Carbide file guides and hand filing is probably the way to go, but those suckers are expensive!
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Mission accomplished. Lockup is nice and tight and even passes the "spine whack test". I went ahead and dipped the backspacer into some brass and bronze aging solution for a second time, so that it matches the hardware better too. :D

To celebrate, I went ahead and ordered the KnifeJoy exclusive M390 Delica Wharncliffe to add to the collection, lol.

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WValtakis WValtakis I am thinking of picking up a BM 9400. I don’t really like the green scales. What are your thoughts on engraving/enameling them?
 
darsk20 said:
WValtakis WValtakis I am thinking of picking up a BM 9400. I don’t really like the green scales. What are your thoughts on engraving/enameling them?
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Those are aluminum, right? Are you talking about stripping them and then engraving?
 
Any chance you do Cerakote removal? I stupidly went through a phase where I had a Titanium framelock coated and would rather have it back to the titanium layer and have you do something nice with it.

Wouldn't be the blade, just the framelock.
 
tokerblue said:
Any chance you do Cerakote removal? I stupidly went through a phase where I had a Titanium framelock coated and would rather have it back to the titanium layer and have you do something nice with it.

Wouldn't be the blade, just the framelock.
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I don't think there's a solvent that will strip it...it would probably have to be sanded or blasted off🤔
 
tokerblue said:
I think it has to be blasted. I didn't know if you had a blasting cabinet and media.
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I do, send me an email and we can probably figure something out... chippedmetal at gmail👍
 
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