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I don't consider myself a knifemaker yet (I would like to do that in the future), but trying to tap standoffs has been a pain. I think I tried this once before and gave up. I want to master it this time. The ferric chloride sounds like something neat to try. Looks like I can get that from...

The best I can tell it looks like I should drill it with a #49 drill based on the LittleMachineShop Tap & Clearance Drill Sizes chart I found. It says 50% thread for SS for a 2-56. If that seems too tight I will try the next larger sized numbered drill (#48). I have to order another tap...

In a vise with a wide rubber band around it to prevent damage. Are there better ways to hold it? I did my best to start it straight. What is the best process or method when doing it by hand? Thanks for your help.

I am not sure what the best number drill or hole size is for cutting the threads in SS. On some charts I see #50, #49, #43, and #41. I do think that might be part or all of the issue though. Any guidance on which number drill size is best would be appreciated. Thanks.

I attempted the first one by hand trying to go slow and go clockwise until the pressure increased and then counter clockwise to clear the cutter and then clockwise again. I used cutting fluid, but the tap still broke in the SS standoff and I am sure I will not get the broken piece out. Need to...