DIY Knife

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Re: DIY Knife

Post by pratik_mahale » Tue Jan 21, 2014 6:14 pm

Para cord sheath for the knife
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Re: DIY Knife

Post by brihacharan » Wed Jan 22, 2014 10:00 am

pratik_mahale wrote:Inspired by M3372 Misc Small Survival Knife
http://www.bladematrix.com/M3372-Misc-S ... 11146.html
Handle length = 3”
Blade length = 2.5”
Handle is different than the M3372 knife
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Hi Pratik,
> Your inspiration seems to be 'supersonic' :D
> Like the 'katana' / drop point hybrid - hope my description is right - else I stand corrected :roll:
> I think a 'micarta' handle would make it look a bit more mysterious - what say?
> Keep them coming - master :D
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PS: See the pic below from where Pratik got his inspiration.....
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Re: DIY Knife

Post by Lanceman » Fri Jan 24, 2014 1:37 pm

Great Pratik, sbd, ie silent but deadly
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Re: DIY Knife

Post by essdee1972 » Fri Jan 24, 2014 8:07 pm

Pratik, why don't you try blacking the knife? A forced patina with warm vinegar should darken the blade enough to look more...... uhhh..... can I say "tactical"??? Or deadly, as Lanceman says. Contact Moin for details.
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Re: DIY Knife

Post by brihacharan » Sat Jan 25, 2014 12:31 pm

How to force a patina on a Knife blade - using mustard - YouTube
► 5:24► 5:24
www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhND_d_zhdM‎

Just watch this well made video - every step is clearly shown on how to infuse a patina on a knife blade...

1. Clean the knife blade with soap / detergent to remove oil stains on it...
2. Apply acetone (nail polish remover) or surgical spirit (available at all chemists)
3. Squeeze out some "mustard dressing" with vinegar(available at all food stores) on to a plate ...
4. Apply the mustard paste as per your required design using a toothpick....
5. Leave the mustard paste appllied blade for a cuple of hours to dry off completely....
6. Wash off the dried mustard paste from the blade....
7. Apply a thin coat of coconut oil to the knife blade to bring out the patina...
> Have fun & enjoy the DIY Patina exerise :D

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Re: DIY Knife

Post by Lanceman » Wed Jan 29, 2014 8:37 pm

Pratik, try using Araldite as a resin for making micarta, it should work.
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Re: DIY Knife

Post by anonymusneo » Fri Mar 14, 2014 8:58 am

make youtube videos? :)

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DIY Knife with micarta handle

Post by pratik_mahale » Mon Dec 29, 2014 3:31 pm

Finally got some time to make micarta handle
I used dark green color canvas cloth & Araldite
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This was my first attempt of micarta handle for next project I am planning to use different types of colors paper
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Re: DIY Knife

Post by brihacharan » Mon Dec 29, 2014 3:40 pm

Hi Pratik!

> Awesome work :clap:
> A small suggestion - When the surfaces (top & bottom) are still wet - try inducing a checkered pattern on them for a better grip....
> You can do this by pressing a "Wire Mesh" on the wet surfaces & when fully dry, sand it gently to even out any burrs.
> Great going!!!!
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Re: DIY Knife

Post by harshit89 » Mon Dec 29, 2014 4:26 pm

Thanks for sharing these self defence knives.
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Re: DIY Knife

Post by pratik_mahale » Mon Dec 29, 2014 5:22 pm

Thanks Briha Sir for your suggestion
I forgot to share my Carpenter chisels knife
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Perfect grip for my hand
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Re: DIY Knife

Post by Moin. » Wed Dec 31, 2014 10:25 am

pratik_mahale wrote:Thanks Briha Sir for your suggestion
I forgot to share my Carpenter chisels knife
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Perfect grip for my hand
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Awesome job on the handles pratik !!

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Re: DIY Knife

Post by brihacharan » Wed Dec 31, 2014 11:15 am

pratik_mahale wrote: Thanks Briha Sir for your suggestion
I forgot to share my Carpenter chisels knife
P_20141229_170328.jpg
Perfect grip for my hand
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Congrats Pratik :clap:
The grip looks quite handy & sturdy :D
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Re: DIY Knife

Post by essdee1972 » Fri Jan 02, 2015 11:48 am

WOW!!
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Re: DIY Knife

Post by kesh1982 » Fri Jan 02, 2015 4:00 pm

[quote="pratik_mahale"]Para cord sheath for the knife
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HOLY CUTLERY. That's awesome mate. Superb handiwork. Looks fantastic. Amazingly killer.

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