(Part 2) Top products from r/knifemaking
We found 20 product mentions on r/knifemaking. We ranked the 124 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
21. Whetstone Cutlery Bill Blade Stainless Steel Folding Knife, Black
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
unique hawk bill blade 3. 625 inches in length440 stainless stell blade with partial serrationeasy open thumb stud; aluminum handle with gripliner lock blade locking design4. 875 inches in length when closed; 8. 75 inches in length when open; belt clip
22. BernzOmatic Basic Use UL2317 Brass Pencil Flame Propane Torch Head
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Manual start (light with a Bernzomatic Spark Lighter, sold separately)Basic pencil flame for small diameter soldering, thawing, melting and heat applicationUse only with propane fuel, such as the Bernzomatic 14.1 oz. Propane Hand Torch CylinderBrass construction for durabilityFlame control valve eas...
23. The Lockback Knife: From first Design to Completed Folding
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Used Book in Good Condition
24. The Tactical Folding Knife: A Study of the Anatomy and Construction of the Liner-Locked Folder
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
25. The Complete Bladesmith: Forging Your Way to Perfection
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
26. Knifemaking With Bob Loveless: Build Knives With a Living Legend
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Used Book in Good Condition
27. The Art of Hand Sewing Leather
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
How to hand sew leather
28. Makita 9523NBH 4-Inch Angle Grinder (Discontinued by Manufacturer)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Labyrinth construction seals motor and bearings from contaminationHigh power-to-weight ratioSwitch is located on top of the motor housingSpindle lock for easy wheel changesSide handle can be installed on either side of tool for operator convenience
29. LENOX Tools Wood Cutting Reciprocating Saw Blade with Power Blast Technology, Bi-Metal, 9-inch, 6 TPI, 5/PK
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Each saw blade uses T2 technology for extended life0Bi-metal saw blade design stands up to the most demanding applications6 TPI9" x 3/4" x 0.050"
30. LENOX 20580-810R 8" 10TPI Wood & Metal Cutting Reciprocating Saw Blade - 5 Pack
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Bi-metal blades bend and resist breaking for extended blade lifeUnique blade geometry positions the blade for optimum cutting performanceTuff Tooth design is reinforced to cut stronger and last longerStand up to high heat and are wear-resistant
31. 3M Wetordry Sandpaper, Extra Fine 320 Grit, 9-in by 11-in, 5-Sheets (9086DC-NA)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
320 GritFor sanding between coats of varnish, lacquer, paint and other finishes.Silicon carbide abrasive, a sharp synthetic mineral that cuts fast and smoothWaterproof paper
32. Starrett KBS1224-10 Bi-Metal Unique High Speed Steel Safe-Flex Hacksaw Frame Blade, 0.025" Thick, 24 TPI, 12" Length x 1/2" Width (Pack of 10)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Bi-Metal Unique Safe-Flex hacksaw frame bladeMade with a patented solid-state diffusion process with 170 percent more high speed steel weld area and ground teethFor reduced blade fracture, faster cutting and longer life24 Teeth per inchMeasures 12-inches length by 1/2-inches width
33. 600 Wet-Or-Dry Sandpaper 5Pk
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
3M9084NASanding Sheets
34. Birchwood Casey True-Oil Gun Stock Finish 8-Ounce Liquid
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Introducing our new Gun Stock Finish first choice of professionals for stock finishing There is no better oil finish.Birchwood Casey gun stock finish has unique blend of linseed and natural oils dries fast and will not cloud, yellow or crack with age.One of the main feature of this Birchwood Casey s...
35. Woodstock D2902 1 lb Extra Fine Buffing Compound, Green
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Green - Extra fineFor most metals1 pound bar400 - 600 grit
36. Razor Sharp Edgemaking System 8 Inch Deluxe Blade Sharpening Kit | For 6 Inch Bench Grinder | Made in the USA
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
QUICK RESULTS: This system will put a honed and polished razor sharp edge on your knives and tools in just secondsCOMPLETE KIT: The Deluxe Kit system comes complete with abrasive and polishing wheels, extra silicon carbide grit, jewelers rouge, conditioning wax, and complete instructions for install...
37. MAGNA INDUSTRIES MT 245C High Intensity Pencil Tip Torch
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
This are arc welding accessoryThis are highly durableThis is manufactured in United States
38. Palmgren 2" x 42" Belt, 6" Disc bench finishing machine
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
1/3 HP, 120/240VAC motor, 3.5/1.75 amp, 3500 RPM2-Inch x 42-Inch Belt speed 4400 SFPM6-Inch PSA abrasive disc, 3500 RPMBelt arm operates vertically and horizontally
39. Lansky Standard Coarse Sharpening System with Fine Hones
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Made in the USACrafted from the highest quality materialsKit includes : knife clamp; 3 sharpening hones (coarse; med; fine); guide rods; oil1 year - materials & workmanshipEasy to use, multi-angle clamp: to hold the blade securely.The Lansky Controlled-Angle Sharpening System allows the user to sele...
40. Lansky Universal Mount LM009
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Universal device from cutlery sharpening company LanskyTwo-piece mount optimizes Lansky Sharpening SystemsProvides strong base and increased sharpening leverageMade of lightweight, strong aluminum with pre-drilled base; stows in included kit case for easy storage and transportIncludes limited one-ye...
There's a lot of different directions that you could go in, depending on what you want. The best sharpening is done on bench stones, but they have a learning curve. You can also use a jig system like the lansky and get good results. These are great because you can set an angle and keep it, but you are limited in the number of angles you can set (bench stones obviously are not).
I wouldn't recommend either of the sets you list, as they each have three pieces but all of them are basically the same grit. What is your price range?
I really think the best bang for your buck is the basic lansky system: https://www.amazon.com/Lansky-Standard-Coarse-Sharpening-System/dp/B000B8L6LI/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1493602647&sr=8-3&keywords=lansky+system
It's pretty inexpensive for the basic set (the diamond set is worth it if you want to spend the extra money), pretty easy to use, and works well for most knives.
There are lots of videos on youtube that show good sharpening technique for bench stones. Murray Carter (master bladesmith) has a good dvd series on sharpening if you want to go down the free-hand route.
Yeah ill just copy paste something i sent someone else who had a 300 dollar budget. The only real big things id say you NEED are a few hand files, a bench vise and the steel to make from. Otherwise look into the 1x30 sander and some belts that are linked. Pick through it, all the links have prices in them so let me know what you think!
Okay going to make this short and concise. These are all my opinions to make blades.
Going to need lots of belts for it, here are some. Would suggest getting the 50 grit (please remember he will need multiple amounts of these so get a few of them). I would also suggest grabbing the 120 grit to take some deep scratches out. However the 320 isn't necessary as you can do all that by hand with regular sand paper.
Hopefully in the yard or somewhere he can have a workbench set up because having a benchvise is such a luxury.
Hand sanding paper (The fun stuff)
Also a sharpening stone will be very helpful however i don't have much knowledge as the best way to go with these. After doing some research, This stone seems like it would do the trick for the most part
I forgot about these, 2 should be okay if he doesnt already have some
Assuming you do not buy the 320 grit belts, and buy (5) 50 grit, and (5) 120 grit belts.
The total comes to right around 308.36
Would like to note that all of this is for making the process easier. You can do all of this with 1 bench vise, 1 hand file, a hack saw and some steel. It would just take a long time and be extra tough! But absolutely doable without all of these gadgets
And heres a coupon for anything at Harbor Freight 25% off! http://www.dealsoff.com/images/harbor-freight-25.jpg
and this one http://www.harborfreight.com/20off-coupon912-aff-17573.html?utm_source=cj&utm_medium=aff&utm_campaign=wts-coupons&hftref=cj
I'd say it's doable, especially with the equipment you've listed.
Find a copy of this book if you can. Best resource out there for building folders.
Use a quality waterjet provider and you can jet out the knives with little cleanup. You'll still have to clean up holes though... ream the pivots, drill and tap the other holes, etc.
Most people assemble the whole knife and get the opening+lockup working properly before they heat treat and grind bevels. It requires a lot of fit-up, taking apart, etc to get everything working properly... you probably won't be able to make the blade then work on the frame while it's in HT.
Make a jig to grind bevels if you don't have experience free-handing. There are simple ones that work very well.
Read read read. There are lots of WIP threads on the forums that will help you. Knifedogs, BF Shop Talk, Britishblades, etc.
I think you'll find that there is more material out there for slipjoints than lockbacks, but there is some stuff. Here is a decent list of folding knife work-in-progress posts and tutorials on the Knife Dogs forums. It has tons of tutorials and WIPs, for folders of all kinds as well as fixed blades and just general knifemaking techniques. I also have this book, which is very good. One more option would be to buy a lockback kit from a knifemaker supply shop, like USA Knifemaker and copy the pattern or something.
The cheapest way? If you're using a Gough jig, you can use a protractor to rig your angle, and tightly wrap your file in 220 grit sandpaper (you can also use a piece of flat steel for more precision). Then progress through the grits, raising a burr each time. Use the rough side old leather belt (I stole one of my husband's) as a strop. Green Polishing Compound on an old belt after using 2500 grit sandpaper will get you plenty sharp.
I sharpened our kitchen knives for a couple years before starting bladesmithing using this method. It'll easily create a good shaving edge, and is much faster than a lansky
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000B8IEA4?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000B8L6NG?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00
Lansky deluxe and stand. Got my knife from 0 to 100 in less than 20 minutes. Gough on youtube has a great video on how to effectively use it.
Not to endorse a specific vendor, but I just ordered this:
http://www.amazon.com/Scrap-Leather-Medium-Brown-Cowhide/dp/B006UUHUDO?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
and made a sheath from it today.
Having done this a few times, my best recommendation to you is to get 6-7 oz leather of whatever color floats your boat.
What kind of stitching do you do? I use an awl with two needles, per the instructions in this book: http://www.amazon.com/Art-Hand-Sewing-Leather/dp/1892214911/ref=sr_1_sc_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1464597294&sr=1-1-spell&keywords=hand+stiching+leather
These two are my favorites for beginning.
The Complete Bladesmith: Forging Your Way to Perfection https://www.amazon.com/dp/099870816X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Z.gZBbA2WBWF1
Step-by-Step Knifemaking: You Can Do It! https://www.amazon.com/dp/0615116590/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_SahZBbKKD1BDF
Thanks, I'm not a knife maker as much as I am someone who works in a shop with tools a lot.
This is the book that got me going, it's alright but it talks more about the man than helpful stuff you need to know. I do everything he says because he seems to be the master. Some of his knives are being sold on eBay for upwards of $100,000.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1440211558/ref=redir_mdp_mobile/178-6782429-0947061
Have you thought about buying the Atlas Mini burner and then just buying some fire brick and build something?
I'm doing stock removal, so a basic 2 brick forge and a larger pencil torch get's things hot enough for me, but I kinda regret not buying a better burner. Here is the burner I'm using:
https://www.amazon.com/Mag-Torch-MT245C-Propane-Pencil-Burner/dp/B000646QRG
I would have been much better off buying the Atlas Mini burner and adding that to my homemade forge:
https://usaknifemaker.com/atlas-small-burner.html
Here's a great tutorial I used to build my two brick forge:
https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/virtual-bbq-2-brick-forge-wip.920120/
Edgemaking System https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002IXQD8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_PISdBbHXJEBEZ
I really recommend this. It works great and makes em scary sharp.
Thank you for the info. Are you referring to a blade like that? Lenox 20582-956R 9-Inch 6TPI Wood and Metal Cutting Reciprocating Saw Blade, 5-Pack https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0000224T4/
Drag a file across the steel, see if it bites into it, or skates across it. if it skates across the steel has been hardened. I do not know why it would come from amazon hardened but anything is possible.
As for the Blades, I have only ever used Starrett blades, in my opinion when I find something that works well for me, I get the if it isnt broke dont fix it mentaility, so I usually use these /dp/B000FCER8Y/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=starrett+hacksaw+blade&qid=1570649165&sr=8-2.
If you do have to anneal the steel, Have a look at this article, it will not only instruct you on how to anneal, but will give you an understanding as to why, so you arent just going through the motions. https://www.instructables.com/id/An-Introduction-to-Heat-Treating-Carbon-Steels-Ann/
I'm interested in building one of these. About how long does one of these cans last in one of these?
Also, would one of the basic use BernzOmatic Basic Use Pencil Flame Propane Torch Head work with one of these, or does it need to be one of the higher-intensity torches?
Remember that you don't have to spend $200 for an top level angle grinder. I got by with $15 harbor freight cheapy for years before I started taking welding gigs, after which it burned out right quick. The more expensive ones are meant to be used hard, day in and day out. Cutting a few knives out, something like this: http://www.amazon.com/Makita-9523NBH-4-Inch-Angle-Grinder/dp/B0000223J4/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1415087089&sr=1-1&keywords=angle+grinder at $50 will getcha a long way.
Close, it was Actually one of these
I did use curly maple along with a TransFast Water-Soluble Powder Dye Stain (COLONIAL MAPLE #3277) finished with Birchwood Casey Tru-Oil. Here is a link to the dye http://www.ebay.com/itm/TransFast-Water-Soluble-Dye-1-oz-container-COLONIAL-MAPLE-3277-/261665978437?pt=Paint_Paint_Supplies&hash=item3cec81f845 and for the tru-oil http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000C5398/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
right-o, i tend to lean more towards fixed blades but a nuisance and/or hazard is just that, at best a nuisance and at worst a hazard (plus, your preference, use the knife you want to use). i would also ask, is this something you are cleared to use at work, most places have very strict and/or odd rules when it comes to personal knives being used for work purposes. it would just really suck to go through all this just have the knife banned or confiscated during the first week you use it.
have you considered something like this or this or this or maybe even something like this. have you considered something like a folding linoleum knife.
2x42" just isnt verry common in the EU imho if we are talking about something liket this https://www.amazon.com/Palmgren-Belt-bench-finishing-machine/dp/B0006577HI
what is more common over here are these types:
https://www.amazon.de/Einhell-Stand-Bandschleifer-Grobschleifscheibe-Schleifband-Scheibendurchmesser/dp/B00HT952FI
Which arent great as the motor is really weak and stalls out under medium pressure + the belt is at an awkward angle and the stone housing is in the way while grinding from the left.
There is also this type: https://www.amazon.de/Bandschleifer-Tellerschleifer-station%C3%A4ren-Ryobi-rbds4601g/dp/B073V5L71L/
Which often have the problem that one side is not accesible to the edge which makes using them awkward.
Lastly something like this: https://www.amazon.de/Metabo-601750000-BS-175-Kombi-Bandschleifmaschine/dp/B003U3U2SY/
Which still has the problem with the wheel housing but has longer belts and a stronger motor and the arm is adjustable. But as it is a rather uncommon size belts are rather expensive imho.