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I went full Redneck on my etcher I use a 4amp car charger, hook the + to the blade - to a cotton ball soaked with vinegar and salt. I dab my cotton ball on the stencil repeatedly for 90 seconds. I blacken it by switching the leads. Cost me 10 bux and no time. Works well with carbon and SS

Yeah, this is the good stuff.

My concern is using 2 hardwoods un-stabilized Im worried about the joint in regards to shrinkage I will wax or oil the handle I just want to avoid any pitfalls. Once I do a couple Ill start using my stabilized pieces. I was even considering some kydex for the joint.

Has anyone used stainless banding? It seems soft to bend. I want to try a handle with two different woods with the banding in the joints. I realized I had banding machine a few boxes 1 and 1/2 ss banding.I see some use thin leather for the joint or wood to wood

Very nice. Love that copper and blade definition.

hmmmmm. you have a better plan?

I just ordered a Noga mc1700 mister. Are there a selection of preferred belts with a wet grind system. I heard gator belts don't like to get wet, anything else I should consider?? belt wise.

Funny, I just had this conversation last night with my mother in-law. I retire in 2 years and want to do this full time, she knows I have spent a few K on tools so far. She asked me how much I was selling my knives for, what profit margin I had going. She says you should be making 3 times the...

Excellent, Im really diggin the MM also. Im going to give it a(first time) go this weekend with some 1084.

If an opinion offends you from a heavy or a newb you may be too twisted around the axle, lighten up. I would rather hear what people have to say, minus all the everybody gets a trophy PC crowd. Ed, you wasted an apology in my opinion, don't alter your future post from it, Id like to hear what...

Amazing design, how is the cerakote to deal with? was looking into the basic kit.

Yeah, WOW the engraving I love it, great work all around.

Thanks Ed, great advise.

I went EH. I researched it to the nines, I like the EH for its larger opening. Its more like a Ford and Chevy thing

Ed, what do you put the PVC in? do they ship it just like that?

JW that is hilarious.

Keeping in mind this is a hobby. I never thought about shipping a knife and how to do it. I cant remember who posted it, the box idea was awesome, THANK YOU. I had the scraps and the foam. I could have fit 2 in a medium flat rate box. I feel absolutely confident this will arrive safely.

Last nights show with stabbing the car doors was weak. Some of these tests are total bs. I think these guys would do a better job testing the blades.

Amazing attention to detail. I see more details going on there every time I take a look.

Thanks for sharing, Looks awesome.Still lovin those green handles.