Hey guys,
I recently decided to finally give a go at knife making, after wanting to pursue it for a while. Over the past few months I've been slowly buying tools and piecing things together. Although not the most ideal location, the only space available is my backyard under a 10'x10' canopy.
At the moment these are the tools in my possession:
HF 1x30 belt grinder with various Norton Norax belts
Milwaukee 6232 Portaband
Swag Offroad Portaband table
Bandsaw for wood
Angle grinder
Drill press
I've also got a few common tools that may or may not help me with the knife making.
Along with the above mentioned tools, I have been learning blacksmithing at home- using a Chile Forge Habanero. Which will hopefully be a good way to heat treat the blades as well.
Are there any other specific tools that you guys would recommend?
A KMG grinder with 10'' contact wheel and flat platen will be my next purchase, once they are back in stock. I have also ordered various belts for it.
Thanks!
Mud
I recently decided to finally give a go at knife making, after wanting to pursue it for a while. Over the past few months I've been slowly buying tools and piecing things together. Although not the most ideal location, the only space available is my backyard under a 10'x10' canopy.
At the moment these are the tools in my possession:
HF 1x30 belt grinder with various Norton Norax belts
Milwaukee 6232 Portaband
Swag Offroad Portaband table
Bandsaw for wood
Angle grinder
Drill press
I've also got a few common tools that may or may not help me with the knife making.
Along with the above mentioned tools, I have been learning blacksmithing at home- using a Chile Forge Habanero. Which will hopefully be a good way to heat treat the blades as well.
Are there any other specific tools that you guys would recommend?
A KMG grinder with 10'' contact wheel and flat platen will be my next purchase, once they are back in stock. I have also ordered various belts for it.
Thanks!
Mud