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I have a friend that has the below pictured knife. It belonged to her father. As near bas I can tell it is a Randall model 14, possibly a Buxton fighter. The latin inscribed on the knife is " Custos Morum" which translates to " Guardian of Morals". I believe this knife to be from the 50's. It is...

Looking for Damascus pin stock to pin damascus guards. Does anybody know where I could get some? Thanks

I'm wondering about using a grain sealer on some of the more porous woods. I primarily do a true oil finish, and don't want to affect the depth that comes with the numerous coats of the true oil. Any suggestions? Thanks

I'm putting a brass guard on a bowie, and was wondering experience/opinions on epoxy versus solder. Unable to pin it due to the thickness of the guard.

I have a couple sets of dyed and stabilized buffalo horn scales that have warped. They were purchased from Texas knife makers supply, and have been inside my house for about three weeks. My question is, what is the best way to take the warp out. I have read about using water, but don't want to...

I'm looking at purchasing a 2x72. Working off a 4x36, and 1x30 now so will be a big improvement. My question is, is anybody familiar with the diktatorgrinders, brand grinders. They are usa made right here in my home state so would be convenient. Any info is appreciated. Thanks

Thinking about doing a mammoth ivory handle on a full tang knife. Never worked with it before. Anybody have any experience with this material. Problems you've had, things to avoid ect. Any advice is appreciated. Thanks

I have a customer who doesn't like the look of brass, and wants the pins black. I like to use corby for the extra mechanical connection. My thought was, after final sanding, to tape around the pins and use brass black on the pins, then finish the handle with true oil. I know I could use fiber...