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Title: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: RGK on January 03, 2009, 05:06:00 PM

What a great way to start out the year........................ Taking on a new challenge.

I saw a knife made by another knife maker that impressed me so much that I thought I would try my hand at carving a bit of detail into the blade of one of my own. I have done filing on the back edge of knives but this goes way beyond that.

The blade is O1 flat ground annealed. Here are a few images along the way. I am trying to make vines.

 (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn31/WBH_stuff/vines1.jpg)

 (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn31/WBH_stuff/vines2.jpg)

 (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn31/WBH_stuff/vines3.jpg)

 (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn31/WBH_stuff/vines4.jpg)

Files and chisels help remove the material from the opening. It's pretty slow going.

 (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn31/WBH_stuff/vines5.jpg)

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: RGK on January 03, 2009, 05:07:00 PM

I use a Dremmel tool were ever I can.

 (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn31/WBH_stuff/vines6.jpg)

 (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn31/WBH_stuff/vines7.jpg)

 (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn31/WBH_stuff/vines8.jpg)

I have it pre-beveled but not completly and will finish the bevel after I heat treat the blade.

 (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn31/WBH_stuff/vines9.jpg)

I used a chisel to add texture to the vines and then applied gun bluing to color just the vines.

 (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn31/WBH_stuff/vines91.jpg)

As I type this, The blade is sitting in the oven taking a temper after I heat treated it. I am thinking of using Cocobolo wood for the scales.

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: robtattoo on January 03, 2009, 06:07:00 PM

Very, very.
Very, very.
Very, very cool!

Amazing innovation! Can't wait to see the finished article

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: redneckrampage on January 03, 2009, 06:26:00 PM

wow, when i saw the pattern i figured it would be one to get laser cut, you have my respect for doing it all by hand   :clapper:     :clapper:     :clapper:

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: bmb on January 03, 2009, 06:49:00 PM

awesome work..keep us updated with tons of pics!

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: prarieboy on January 03, 2009, 07:02:00 PM

All I can say is "GIT ER DONE" I wanna see it!!!! Thats awesome. C-Ya Bob  :bigsmyl:

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: oldpaths on January 03, 2009, 07:05:00 PM

That's really nice & different can't wait to see finished!!  :thumbsup:

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: SoNevada Archer on January 03, 2009, 07:08:00 PM

Ok, man you've got my attention!!! This knife is very cool!
Can't wait to see the rest of the work progression.
  :thumbsup:

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: Izzy on January 03, 2009, 07:24:00 PM

WOW!!!!!!!!

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: Kevin Evans on January 03, 2009, 07:48:00 PM

And I thought I Challenged myself.
You are taking it to a whole New LEVEL  :notworthy:    :notworthy:

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: Lin Rhea on January 03, 2009, 07:55:00 PM

This is nice!   :clapper:  I look forward to seeing it finished, but please keep up with the great progression shot. Good job. Lin

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: Steve Nuckels on January 03, 2009, 08:25:00 PM

I can not wait to see how this turns out!  After layout how many hours do you have in the knife so far?

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: sticshooter on January 03, 2009, 08:28:00 PM

Very sweet looking blade. RGK you never fail to amaze.<><

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: drewsbow on January 03, 2009, 08:48:00 PM

man ooohhh man  :notworthy:    :notworthy:    :clapper:

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: OconeeDan on January 03, 2009, 10:11:00 PM

WOW!!!!

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: Doug Campbell on January 03, 2009, 10:20:00 PM

Now that's taking it to the next level, like everyone else looking forward to the finished product!  :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: Nosight on January 03, 2009, 10:29:00 PM

What you have done so far is just jaw dropping amazing.

If imatation is the ultament complement. Cant wait to try one

PLease keep us up on the rest of the knife as you work it..

Later........Buzz

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: elkslayer on January 03, 2009, 11:32:00 PM

Nice well now I know what I am hoping for!!! LOL

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: Bodork on January 04, 2009, 12:08:00 AM

WOW! That's the coolest knife ever! Keep the pictures coming.

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: LONGBOWKID on January 04, 2009, 12:14:00 AM

Flat out AMAZING! Keep the pics updated please!

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: d. ward on January 04, 2009, 06:31:00 AM

Outstanding.....bowdoc

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: Caveman IL on January 04, 2009, 08:09:00 AM

WAY COOL!!Thanks for all the pics. L

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: swp on January 04, 2009, 10:02:00 AM

Ditto on all the above. Very Cool!

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: mwmwmb on January 04, 2009, 11:09:00 AM

nice work amazing done by hand

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: imskippy on January 04, 2009, 12:55:00 PM

WOW!! That is awesome. Can't wait to see it finished.  SKippy

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: Chris Surtees on January 04, 2009, 01:17:00 PM

:eek:       :eek:     :eek:  WOW    :eek:      :eek:      :eek:

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: RGK on January 04, 2009, 04:26:00 PM

I made a set of Cocobolo Scales and then gave them 3 coats of super glue as a finish before epoxying them to the blade. Once I trim down the pins, I will give them one more coat of super glue.

I apply the super glue with my finger tip. You have to move fast and keep moving or you and the wood become one.

 (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn31/WBH_stuff/vines92.jpg)

 (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn31/WBH_stuff/vines93.jpg)

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: RGK on January 04, 2009, 04:28:00 PM

Quote

Originally posted by Steve Nuckels:
I can not wait to see how this turns out!  After layout how many hours do you have in the knife so far?

It has taken some time but I have been on vacation since the 19th. I started the knife on New years day and so farm I estimate that I have about 30 hours into the knife. I just attached the scales today. Will have pics when finished.

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: Ray Hammond on January 04, 2009, 05:37:00 PM

RGK,
You can also use those little papers that you wipe glasses with to spread the super glue and it won't stick to those.

Nice project!

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: imskippy on January 04, 2009, 07:06:00 PM

I learned a little trick from a guy who turns pens. He uses a dab of BLO (burnt linseed oil) and a drop or two of superglue. Then using a latex glove just use the fingertip and rub it in good. Works great for me so far.

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: Holm-Made on January 04, 2009, 10:59:00 PM

Great work.  That's pretty cool, I have to say.  Chad

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: skullworks on January 05, 2009, 08:03:00 AM

Ron, you never cease to amaze me! Thanks for these tutorials and I know we can't wait to see the finished knife! Amazing work!

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: JMR on January 05, 2009, 11:22:00 PM

Amazing!!! I haven't slept since yesterday, waiting for more pics!!! Hurry the anticipation's killing me.

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: RGK on January 06, 2009, 07:26:00 AM

I finished the knife last night and took some pictures but struggled with the lighting. The gun bluing does not photograph well.

 (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn31/WBH_stuff/vines96.jpg)

 (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn31/WBH_stuff/vines97.jpg)

 (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn31/WBH_stuff/vines98.jpg)

 (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn31/WBH_stuff/vines95.jpg)

 (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn31/WBH_stuff/vines99.jpg)

This was a real challenge and one I don't see me tackling again any time soon but it's good to have it in the bag of tricks.

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: prarieboy on January 06, 2009, 08:06:00 AM

absolutly BEAUTIFUL!!

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: bbassi on January 06, 2009, 08:46:00 AM

The talent around here just amazes me. Well Done sir!

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: 4runr on January 06, 2009, 08:46:00 AM

Dang, Ron, that is OUTSTANDING!

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: skullworks on January 06, 2009, 09:05:00 AM

Yeah man! That's what I'm talking about!!!! Now I'm going to have to take a shot at it! LOL!

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: d. ward on January 06, 2009, 09:41:00 AM

Outstanding work.bd

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: talkingcabbage on January 06, 2009, 04:26:00 PM

Dang...I mean...Dang...

Very nice is an understatement!

Joe

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: Toecutter on January 06, 2009, 04:37:00 PM

That is tremendously cool.  Just awesome!!

Nathan

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: Steve Nuckels on January 06, 2009, 09:18:00 PM

Ron, that is unique and a serious piece of functional art!

You need to update your profile to include "Bladesmith"!

Thanks for the outstanding, informative and fun build-along!

Your the man for sure!

Steve AKA Tillerboy

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: DW on January 06, 2009, 10:06:00 PM

UNBELIEVABLE Work!!!!!!  :clapper:  Don

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: mwmwmb on January 07, 2009, 05:26:00 PM

great work. but you forgot the last detail. Ship that baby to Arkansaw  :bigsmyl:

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: Ru on January 07, 2009, 08:19:00 PM

Amazing!!!!!!

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: JMR on January 07, 2009, 11:40:00 PM

Great job!!!!!! I've never seen anything quite like that and I'm impressed by the detail work. Congrats on finishing it!!! Keep up the great work and awesome build alongs.

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: dave hiltz on January 09, 2009, 06:56:00 AM

I think you have inspired me on a new project.  That is the most awsome knife i have ever seen, great work.

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: Over&Under on January 09, 2009, 11:33:00 PM

Absolutly stunning, and brillant!!!!!  :clapper:    :clapper:

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: uhdet on January 10, 2009, 09:50:00 PM

That is absolutley amazing. I love the design commitment in this one. Your a real knife maker!!!

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: Leo L. on January 11, 2009, 09:10:00 AM

WOW

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: Guru on January 12, 2009, 06:11:00 AM

OMG!!! Amazing    :notworthy:    :clapper:

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: BMG on January 16, 2009, 01:12:00 AM

A++

Title: Re: A new challenge in knife making
Post by: Over&Under on January 17, 2009, 08:02:00 PM

Dang!! I just cant get over how cool that is!!!!!

Nice Job!!