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| Author: | TheFuzzy [ Sat Dec 18, 2010 8:16 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Making knives |
All, While I'm up at my in-laws, I was thinking of trying my hand at making knives again. However, it's been a while (19 years) and I don't really think I remember the steps. Has anyone else here on the board made knives? Do you have books you recommend? |
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| Author: | Kathy's Pete [ Sat Dec 18, 2010 10:28 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Making knives |
Do your in-laws always make you think of improvised weapons? |
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| Author: | TheFuzzy [ Sun Dec 19, 2010 12:21 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Making knives |
Pete, Hah! No, really, my FIL has a metal shop the size of our apartment up there. |
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| Author: | marygott [ Sun Dec 19, 2010 7:26 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Making knives |
My brother has made a few knives... would you like me to hook you up? He is a helpful type. Mary |
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| Author: | TheFuzzy [ Mon Dec 20, 2010 9:05 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Making knives |
Mary, Sure! PM me. |
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| Author: | Darcie [ Tue Dec 21, 2010 9:40 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Making knives |
And I thought I went overboard making things from scratch...Where do you find the right kind of steel to make knives? What kind of handle will use/make? Are these going to be large chef's knives or smaller pocket-type knives? Inquiring minds want to know! 
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| Author: | TheFuzzy [ Tue Dec 21, 2010 12:05 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Making knives |
Darcie, Re: the steel, that's going to be a snag. Turns out I need to order it from Portland and it won't get here in time. For other things, I'd like to make a paring knife and maybe a couple of slicing knives. I have some handmade knives in other sizes and wanted to complete the set. Once I get good at making them, then I can make gifts. Handles will be various hardwoods. |
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| Author: | talanhart [ Wed Dec 22, 2010 1:59 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Making knives |
Have you checked out this site? http://www.sheffieldsupply.com/ |
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| Author: | TheFuzzy [ Wed Dec 22, 2010 3:39 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Making knives |
Todd, Yeah, Sheffield is a trusted name, but the folks in Portland are closer/cheaper. Also, Sheffield doesn't seem to get this whole "internet" thing. 
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| Author: | talanhart [ Thu Dec 23, 2010 10:02 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Making knives |
I didn't even look at the site. I called a guy here in town who makes knives and he mentioned it to me. I called to ask him where he buys his steel. Let me put it this way, this guy is passionate about his trade. He talked for about 15 minutes and I know that there are 4 different types of steel that he likes to use when he makes knives. He also gave me a lesson on the best way to sharpen knives. |
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