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  1. bigdan574

    Newbie questions.

    Thank you for your input!
  2. bigdan574

    Newbie questions.

    Thank you. I almost pulled the trigger on a Thank you again. I almost pulled the trigger on a OBM. I couldn't see spending that much on one piece of equipment either. I have settled on the path with how i am going to go about it. I bought the plans from knifemaker. I also bought the plans...
  3. bigdan574

    Newbie questions.

    At work and break is over. I will reply when I get home. Thank you so much for taking the time for a in depth response.
  4. bigdan574

    Newbie questions.

    Again thank you so much for all the input. I ordered some 1084 tonight. I got it from Jantz. USAknife only had .250 I ordered .125. I was having a hard time finding 1084. Any other resources that you all can suggest.
  5. bigdan574

    Newbie questions.

    Ok great thank you all for the input. It's all very much appreciated,,
  6. bigdan574

    Newbie questions.

    I was planning on using peanut oil.. But I am guessing my research is going to be flawed..
  7. bigdan574

    Newbie questions.

    Hi guys, I am really just getting started.. I am only doing stock removal for now. I am using a hacksaw and a files atm. I am only in two blades in and have not even heat treated on yet. I have fire bricks on the way and I am using o1. Firstly is O1 ok to heat to non magnetic and then quench I...
  8. bigdan574

    Belt Grinder Should I

    Hi Randy, I like this setup.. I am looking for a 2x72 grinder, haven't settled on if I am building or buying.. I like the idea of no welds if I build. I can "weld" and do have access to one, but I would have to go to my dads.. ANYWAY. the plans can I purchase these somewhere? I am looking at a...
  9. bigdan574

    Greetings!

    Hello everyone. I am a new at this and and just getting started.. I am from Indiana, I have been a tool maker since 1993.. Hoping a leaning on you all for some advice and places for resources!!
  10. bigdan574

    New knife maker.Just getting started. I am a tool maker. Always had an interest in making...

    New knife maker.Just getting started. I am a tool maker. Always had an interest in making knives. Taking the plunge!
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