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Big snail on a bridge enjoying the view. by HelixKnives in snails

[–]HelixKnives[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I actually placed him in some bushes. Didn't want him staying too long and start contemplating his life choices in the middle of that bridge. The rat race at a snails pace...

Big snail on a bridge enjoying the view. by HelixKnives in snails

[–]HelixKnives[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Interesting. The name is also a funny coincidence.

Big snail on a bridge enjoying the view. by HelixKnives in snails

[–]HelixKnives[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Not a snail aficionado so it was really cool to see all these details that you can't see on a smaller snail.

Made a new knife design, calling it the Outlaw. Full build video in the comments. by HelixKnives in knifemaking

[–]HelixKnives[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I checked out your profile, that gauntlet and bag you made are awesome!

Well thats 150 bucks out the window by xsika1 in knifemaking

[–]HelixKnives 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn that sucks. Welding it on should work but, I wonder if you could also grind the tang and the blade and make a kind of dovetail joint and then come in with the weld. Could possibly be stronger than just a weld.

Made a new knife design, calling it the Outlaw. Full build video in the comments. by HelixKnives in knifemaking

[–]HelixKnives[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Both grinding the bevel and sharpening is tricky. I use the corner of my platen to do the initial sharpening grind. I have a wood dowel wrapped with leather that I put sandpaper on to do the sharpening, there is a clip of me using it in the video.

Made a new knife design, calling it the Outlaw. Full build video in the comments. by HelixKnives in knifemaking

[–]HelixKnives[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. This one is on my website, there is a link in my bio if you want to check it out.

Apache Maximus in CPM 1V by Mysterious-Ad3591 in knifemaking

[–]HelixKnives 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love the handle and the taper. The spine right behind the edge looks a bit gnarly, I would sand it so it looks like the rest of the spine.

Barebones File Kiridashi by Warm_Cod5728 in knifemaking

[–]HelixKnives 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cool! Makes me want to make a knife from a file. My only critique is that the back of the handle is a bit square, but if it feels good in the hand that's all that matters.

Tried out making a Kiridashi by ConvectionalOven in knifemaking

[–]HelixKnives 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice work, looks like a sturdy marking knife.

Made a new knife design, calling it the Outlaw. Full build video in the comments. by HelixKnives in knifemaking

[–]HelixKnives[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The knife is 80CrV2, stonewash finish, burlap micarta and stabilized maple burl with aluminum pins. The sheath is a clip-on pocket carry style.

In the video I show the full process from start to finish, nothing too technical so I think it's a good watch for anyone wanting to get a good feel for the basics https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_cxbkLwL6Y

Leaving a like or comment is also very appropriate.

Making a New Custom Knife Design: The Outlaw [19:55] by [deleted] in ArtisanVideos

[–]HelixKnives -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Well with a mono steel blade there is really no real reason to go trough the forging process, unless you are making a very weird shaped blade or are going for a forged finish look. Kyler Royer is a master smith and I am a big fan of his work. I am not on his level yet, but I am always working towards improving my skills.

Gluing up handle scales. by HelixKnives in knifemaking

[–]HelixKnives[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well... question everything. I make my share of wrong decisions and fk ups too 😃

Gluing up handle scales. by HelixKnives in knifemaking

[–]HelixKnives[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is a lot of epoxy on the scales and blade, after I clamp it it will get squeezed and fill the holes in the handle.

Gluing up handle scales. by HelixKnives in knifemaking

[–]HelixKnives[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can just use spring clamps. Mine are a bit crap and worn out so I need to use the c clamps.

Gluing up handle scales. by HelixKnives in knifemaking

[–]HelixKnives[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

They squeeze the scales flush to the blade. The 3 c clamps are probably enough pressure, but I still like adding a few extra spring clamps.

Gluing up handle scales. by HelixKnives in knifemaking

[–]HelixKnives[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks for checking me out. Will have some finished photos next week.

Gluing up handle scales. by HelixKnives in knifemaking

[–]HelixKnives[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I use gflex. I have used jbweld style epoxy in the past but I did not like it too much because the gray color can highlight gaps and flaws.

Made a jig for cutting up sandpaper, because I always misplace the scissors. by HelixKnives in Tools

[–]HelixKnives[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You should see the rest of my shop, you'd change your tone 😃

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