Let's Talk Knives

My next question woulda been “where the fuck did your friend get the knife from?” cuz either it’s hot or his friend is a retard.

 

Yep, my thoughts, as well.

 

Son is in 7th grade; and having met his friend, I can confirm the latter. He had two or three pocket knives, and decided for some reason to sell what I think was the best knife. The other two are basic CRKTs - nothing wrong with them, but son's friend is, ah, shall we say, a bit entitled, and sold what he *thought* was the cheapest knife.

Oh well, his loss. LOL My son even tried to tell him "This is a NICE knife...you sure you don't want it?"

 

@Kung Third possibility being that your son’s is a Chinese clone. Either way, you know where yours came from.
On a different note, being a 1/2 hour away from Shepherd Hills outlet is dangerous for me.

 

While you may be right, I honestly don't think so. It looks *EXACTLY* the same as the one I bought, and I bought mine directly from Benchmade. I looked it over very closely, and it's 100% identical.

Also - same...I don't go there often because I can't pay for both that AND Tundra stuff. LOL

 

I concur with your Spyderco K390 choice.

 

I’ve been having a bromance with this Spiderco lately. Someday it will be mine

 

It's hard to beat a 110

 

Anyone have or use a Benchmade Claymore? Been wanting the Benchmade Turret but I'm always jealous of the auto knifes

 

A new acquisition, I assume?

 

The burliest and best folder I own. Great knife! Mine is serrated.

 

Yes. Brian Brown Raptor. I ordered in May and arrived just before Christmas. Still breaking in as the detent was a bit strong for me out of the box, but continues to improve with use. I dig the complex grind on the saber.

 

New EDC.

 

Just finished this little 8” paring knife, this morning. 117 layers of 15n20 & 1095 steel, with a stabilized Bocote wood handle

 

That is sweet

 

Very nice!

 

My first attempt at knife making. I have woodworking tools and a little experience but basically zero forging skills or tools, so I started with a kit that came with a blade already made; I only had to make the scales. The next one I will get a metal blank that is already hardened so I just have to cut/grind out the blade. Then from there I will probably get a forge and start doing the complete thing; maybe get set up for a retirement hobby. There are just too many irons in the fire at this point in my life, pun intended.

 

Really nice. I'm headed toward that as a retirement hobby as well - been on my mind since I was a kid, just never had the time/equipment/space.

Not sure pre-hardened billet is going to be either available or your best bet for a starting point. You would not be able to cut it with a saw blade, and you'd go through way more belts/discs than would be practical. Although, full disclosure, I'm not a doctor but I play one on TV. However, Ray Taber @gosolo IS a doctor of knives, and a good guy, and will be able to lend better advice.

 

My daily pocket knifes atm

 

After spending my whole life sharpening knives with whatever cheap stone at Academy had a pretty package and cheap price, I decided my good EDC's deserved a good set of stones. It is a completely different experience, with completely different results, using the right sharpening equipment.

 

That’s a nice looking start! A kit is a great way to get involved and see how you like the process. As @1794TX
said, it’s tough working with hardened steel. Crude heat treating (annealing, hardening and tempering) can be done In a charcoal grill or even a hole in the backyard. Relatively good quality steel for a blade is also cheap to free. Think, old files and skillsaw blades. Everything done with power tools can be done by hand, it just takes longer, lol! For under 100$, you can get set up to go. A little right angle grinder with grinding and cut off wheels, a drill and a couple bits, some files and an assortment of emery paper, and a couple clamps.
PM me for more information and any questions. I’m glad to help you get started.

 

It’s amazing how much difference some good stuff can make! Like the difference between Coors and Rogue brewery beer!

 

Finished this one today;
177 layers 15n20 & 1084 hi-carbon steel
Orange & black 2ply G-10 with blue G-10 liners (colors picked by a Broncos fan). Guess who
@Ely010606

 

Holy shit I want that. Breathtaking.

No clue what I’ll use it for, but I’m sure something needs cutting.

 

Now, I need to make the sheath!

 

If it is going to a Broncos fan, I think a green/blue combo would look great.

 

Depending on how the season goes, maybe black and blue?

 

That is pretty sweet.