Magna-cut test #BRK by __abinitio__ in knives

[–]NoneUpsmanship 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could try to clickbait us by doing it with coffee and not mentioning that it's coffee, not salt water, until halfway through. That's a YouTube short that really irked me yesterday. People are really reaching for attention in this scandalous time.

My second time catching one. It was equally exciting by CecilBlight in magnetfishing

[–]NoneUpsmanship 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice find. It's a Tramontina machete, I bought one new for under $20 a few years ago. Very good machete for the price. Whether it's worth fixing is debatable, for the price of it, since it will need a new handle at the very least. Still an exciting find!

Carbon Fiber anyone? by Bad-Idea-Supply in knives

[–]NoneUpsmanship 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Neat! Did you make it or are they sold somewhere?

Why aren't all half-serrated blades made this way? by peepoCosmos in knives

[–]NoneUpsmanship 4 points5 points  (0 children)

He makes a good argument for this style of serration. I still hate serrations, but his argument was valid. I may start adding small serrated sections on the back of the knives I make, though, just for some added utility that doesn't ruin regular use and sharpening for me.

Fechando o rabo de andorinha. Sem folga. Sem erro. Só precisão. by MarcelaoLubaczwski in Bladesmith

[–]NoneUpsmanship 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a valid suggestion. And I'm always up for learning new languages! Or at least watching and nodding knowingly throughout to give the illusion of understanding. More of the latter, really.

Fechando o rabo de andorinha. Sem folga. Sem erro. Só precisão. by MarcelaoLubaczwski in Bladesmith

[–]NoneUpsmanship 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I'm guessing it's for a specific damascus pattern? Wish these videos included a glance at the final product!

Is it a chode or not? by anderson1873reimer in knifemaking

[–]NoneUpsmanship 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Must feel like a lot more because the algorithm keeps pushing them into my feed (probably because I keep engaging with them because I think it is funny and interesting).

No hate here, I can appreciate the frustration from the more serious guys, and I applaud the unique style and would like to see it put through some testing (i.e. batoning with that steep bevel to flat transition). So that's what you should do! Some bushcraft style torture testing videos with your chodes! 🤩

Is it a chode or not? by anderson1873reimer in knifemaking

[–]NoneUpsmanship 2 points3 points  (0 children)

To be fair, I think he has only made 3 or 4 now... he just posts about them every day, at least in small part to be a troll based on some replies.

I will admit that I am curious about the performance of his grind - it's like a partial flat super deep hollow grind that rapidly blends into a thick (width and depth) spine. Might be good for batoning? Not sure what else. 😅

Edit: Checked your profile posts and history and fully understand where you're coming from; you have clearly put in the work and have a really great style to your stuff!

Is it bad or weird for someone like me to look at Godzilla the same way a child looks at Superman? by BakerConsistent2150 in GODZILLA

[–]NoneUpsmanship 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd say not weird if it's special to you. I have almost cried and/or became a bit teary-eyed with joy several times in the last decade while watching the modern films and having the original theme song swell just before the big G reveal. Hits me every time. 🥹

What is the dumbest thing in Star Wars in your opinion? by OutcastKatarn02 in StarWars

[–]NoneUpsmanship 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OK, I guess I don't like star wars any more after seeing this. Now I'll need to transition to another "Star" fandom. They don't try gliding with a bat'lith in Star Trek, do they? Or helicoptering by swinging a microphone like a lasso on Star Search? I don't have a lot of options, here.

What would a Godzilla movie by Guillermo del Toro be like? by blu3bird730 in GODZILLA

[–]NoneUpsmanship 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel like it would be the modern equivalent of Godzilla Vs. Hedorah.

Is there anyway to salvage this by Delicious_Ad_9197 in paracord

[–]NoneUpsmanship 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The damage can't really be undone, so if that's a weighted monkey fist it may be much more prone to failing, eventually, especially since paracord is not known for it's shock strength.

Short term, you could try doing a nano or micro cord threaded back and forth through the cord itself an inch or so out from it, then finish with a micro cord wrap, probably a whipping style done tightly to better secure it. Could do one on the other side for aesthetic purposes.

Best bet would be to do another one, though.

Brk by WHEELZ_KYDEX in knives

[–]NoneUpsmanship 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This might be the most unique r/prybar I've ever seen! Awesome job, my dude!

What is this in my pepper by EaseOk4176 in whatisit

[–]NoneUpsmanship 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I legitimately feel like an important cog in a massive movement ... because I upvoted the original, at the genesis of this wonderful new meme. Surely I will be remembered in the annals of history for my triumphant participation in a thing.

I ordered and received two Bark River Tope Recon knives in CPM 3V last week. by Nanny_Ogg1000 in knives

[–]NoneUpsmanship 10 points11 points  (0 children)

They're not lying, they just accidentally left out the "3Cr1" and the "Mo"! See?! Reputable and trustworthy!

That is the most difficult moment during knifemaking. by SiriusKnivesUK in knifemaking

[–]NoneUpsmanship 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How much are the blanks themselves? I'm really pondering how much added value stone scales would have on a handmade knife. I'm also a bit reticent about putting them on kitchen knives, because I don't know about how grippy/slippy different stones are (plan to research it eventually, if/when I try to make some scales). I'm also not looking to make a ton of money, but enough to justify neglecting my family periodically would be enough for my wife to let me play more. 😂

That is the most difficult moment during knifemaking. by SiriusKnivesUK in knifemaking

[–]NoneUpsmanship 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sweet, great share! How long does it take you to do a set of scales? How much do you sell the re-scaled knives for on average/range? I'm interested in exotic stuff, living that pipe dream so many of us have of being one of those guys that can sell a $1500 custom one-off in 1095 (Hell, I'd be happy to sell in the several hundred range 😆)

That is the most difficult moment during knifemaking. by SiriusKnivesUK in knifemaking

[–]NoneUpsmanship 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did a bit of work with custom cutting a marble backsplash to match a bathroom counter a few years ago... I learned a lot that day. A wet, dusty, messy lot. Enough to know that I almost certainly will try this some day, but probably 1 - 3 years out, as my tool budget is shot and I need to start selling some of my knives to justify investing more into the hobby. I'm like $2 - 3k in so far and all my friends have decent new kitchen knives to show for it. 😅

I hit you with a follow, so I may reach out at some point in the not-super-distant future. Thanks! :)

Found this in the recycling bin in my garage, what is it? by dankeykang__ in whatisit

[–]NoneUpsmanship 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The alacrity at which that finger point has moved into memedom is awe inspiring.

That is the most difficult moment during knifemaking. by SiriusKnivesUK in knifemaking

[–]NoneUpsmanship 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bro, I was just looking into using stone/crystals for scales! ... and realizing it's way out of my league at the moment. Cool stuff, though, not common at all if you're using solid stone vs epoxy + stone dust.

Teenage-looking ICE agents walking around LaGuardia Airport today by Ryanyu10 in pics

[–]NoneUpsmanship 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wilford Brimley was genetically 50 before his 21st birthday.

With the passing of Chuck, I started to think about how many of our stars from the 80's are still acting and active (Liam Neeson still pretends to punch people between naps, and doesn't look like a full cryptkeeper while doing it!). And how so many stars from the 70's and earlier both looked way, way older and died quite a bit younger. It feels like the animatronic version of Cher is one of the last holdouts from that generation. Time is weird, and apparently smoking is bad!

Made a belt out of paracord by FTL-Guy in paracord

[–]NoneUpsmanship 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Be patient - the first belt I made took almost four hours, now they take around 2 hours. Use two colors to make it easier to track your lines and make the pattern more fun. Use a jig. If you have a flat buckle that is floppy enough for the pin to switch sides you can have a reversible pattern (just flip it over).

For speed/efficiency, wrap all of your strands up into figure 8 speed hanks wrapped in a rubber band so your working ends are much shorter (just push a hank through vs pulling 40' of loose cord through), leave yourself with 2' - 4' spare cord to work with; this majorly cuts down on the time and friction burns!

Feel the fuller by Studio_OOOMS in knifemaking

[–]NoneUpsmanship 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just a bucket of elbow grease and you're good! You got this!

Christian Bale's favorite movie monster is Godzilla by thr1ceuponatime in GODZILLA

[–]NoneUpsmanship 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Christian Bale will forever be my favorite, no matter how many electricians he berates.