Kevin, You mentioned bone as a material you're using. It is relatively easy to grind, which is actually what you're doing. Not polishing. Abo...

That is indeed sad news. Jimmy was a fine gentleman and a fine knife maker. I am privileged to have gotten to visit with him on several occasions. Our...

Nice knife Chad.

Thank you guys!

Welcome to the forum Justin. We're glad to have you with us.

Gary, I saw that in a movie so it must be true! I have to second Matt's peeve. A full tang is stronger than hidden tang. That one makes me gr...

If you managed to get a good weld, and it looks like you did, You are successful. Now build on that success. Study the patterns and techniques that yo...

Kevin, Do some research before you start. However, it is very doable and rewarding to make your own hammer head. If you're going to make on...

You did a pretty good job of putting the technique into qwords. I understand much better now. I really appreciate your taking the time to share this w...

Thanks for sharing this with us Dan. Here's a question. This applies to the guard and spacer because it has two sides, as opposed to the butt cap...

Very nice work Gary.

Welcome to the forum Mike. The New England boys have got a good thing going. Their hammer in is as good as any. Let us know what we can do to help you...

Tim, A thing to consider while thinking of "the pin location and how many" is the handle material and whether it is a solid block or a split ...