Recent content by opaul

That is nice.

For some reason 1095 has fallen out of favor for a lot of buyers. I purchased a lot of 1095 and 1084 when I first started. I still use 1084 for blades. The 1095 I use for steel fire strikers mostly.

Hang in there. Knife making is a solo sport but it’s the forum that ties the makers to tips and techniques. I’m going to try to be more active here.

Sorrells also has a new jig out. I have one and like it. His tools are very nice. I also have his jig for drilling pin holes in uneven stock/tapered tangs.

Could you try using a small extraction tool? I don’t think you would have to drill a large diameter hole.

I guess life has a way of bumps. This is a great forum. With good folks.

Here are some recent blades.

I just keep them in a box in the shop!

I agree. I’ll take moose antler over elk any day. Thank you!

Moose antler

Good looking blade. I favor almost any knife in the 7-8” range. Slight drop point with a bit of belly. Good looking knife btw.

Sad news. RIP