Lerch
Well-Known Member
Hi all, this is my first time installing a lanyard and i am not sure of what diameter to drill the hole at, the tubing i ordered for the lanyard is 1/4" and i have already drilled 1/4" holes in the blade tang. I caliper measure the hole (.251") and the stainless steel tubing (.249") , i tried to push the tubing by hand through the hole and it fits all the way to the other side where it hangs up on what i am guessing is roughness from me grinding off the drill marks.
when i am ready to install the lanyard tube do i just cut to desired length and then use a little hammer to tamp it through lightly?? When i go to epoxy the lanyard tube in do i need to rough up the outsides of it to ensure a good hold? And what about epoxy overflow into the tube itself, do i just swab it out with some alcohol or do i drill it out with a smaller drill bit later?
sorry for all the questions and thanks!!
steve
when i am ready to install the lanyard tube do i just cut to desired length and then use a little hammer to tamp it through lightly?? When i go to epoxy the lanyard tube in do i need to rough up the outsides of it to ensure a good hold? And what about epoxy overflow into the tube itself, do i just swab it out with some alcohol or do i drill it out with a smaller drill bit later?
sorry for all the questions and thanks!!
steve