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So when looking at the projects on my bench the other day I saw I have an untouched bar of 1095 that's 1 1/2 x 1/8 sitting in the corner. I thought it would be fun to make a camp knife out of it. Currently I have only worked on smaller hunter/utility knives. I would ideally like to make this one...

So I'm almost done with my third. I have just a little more sanding on the handle to go and I feel like its not living up to how I envisioned it. I don't know if I'm reaching beyond my skill level or if the design just isn't practical. The knife itself is comfortable and functional but looks...

Finished up my second knife this morning. Please feel free to give me your honest critique. Specs OAL: 5 1/2" Steel: Aldo 1084 Thickness: 1/8" Handle: Homemade Jeancarta Finish: Scotch

I ground out this knife last week because I liked the style handle I had seen on other peoples work. Something about the one I made just doesn't look right to me. Anyone have some advice on what might be wrong or is it just my eyes.

I have a piece of 3/32 1095 that is warped. What would be the best way to deal with this? Is it for each knife or try to straighten the bar? I also have a piece of 1/8 1084 with a slight bend in it too. Pic of the 1095: Happy Holiday John

Design Critique So after I finished my first knife about 2 months ago and then decided I needed more stuff. So I had a period of down time where I was waiting for my materials to come in and I had to step up a small spot to work. During that time I drew more then a few designs up. I think 90%...

Looking for suggestions on how to extend or mod my tool rest. I have a pheer grinder and the tool rest is kinda small for my liking. Any help appreciated.

So I went to cut out the profile of my knife with an angle grinder. I just ended up skidding the wheel across the surface and at some point caused the washer to separate from the disc. This was my first time using this grinder since for my last project I used a hacksaw. Anyone know what I could...

What is the "suggested" rpm range for a drill press used in general knife making (wood, micarta, metal, etc...)? I found a 12" Ryobi DP121 on CL that is 600-3000rpm. If it is good enough then what might it be worth? The was asking 100 for it

I haven't had much time recently to finish up my first knives but I do take a few minutes here and there to at least keep doodling a new design that I want to make when I have the chance. So if you could please give an honest critique of my most recent idea I would appreciate it. I plan...

Just bought the plans the other day and started searching for some parts... Wondering if this motor would be good to grab for it. I know it doesn't have a mount but it shouldn't be to hard to make one for it...

Hey Guys n Gals, So I went to an Archery Shoot and saw some custom knives and axes a week ago... And now I have the urge to make my own knife. I did some research on the forums and off and have started picking up my supplies. Last night I went ahead and started to trace out the design I...