New toys at the front. 178326 Back: Tikka T1x, 20" barrel, DPT suppressor, KRG Bravo chassis. Vortex Crossfire II 6-24x50 scope. Front: Ruger 10/22 with KIDD 2 stage trigger, KIDD fluted...
Liked On: 12-09-2021, 08:27 AM
New COVID rifle of choice - QWERTY scoped keyboard warrior , synthetic, no silencer 178100
Liked On: 12-09-2021, 08:27 AM
Recently acquired from another forum member. Left handed Anschutz .22LR. 178167
Liked On: 12-09-2021, 08:27 AM
178379⁴ One thing about lock down is I made some progress on orders for patient customers. A Mamba model hunter in 14c28n. Stabilized Black Walnut ( thanks John ) and linen Green micarta. Away to...
Liked On: 12-09-2021, 08:25 AM
Stabilising is the way to go for alamost all knife handle wood for elimination of moisture uptake and also adds a toughness to the wood that aids in wear resistance. I have a reasonable amount of...
Liked On: 12-09-2021, 08:25 AM
It all comes down to moisture content at the end of the day. 20 years in an open shed in the Buller vs 20 years in Central Otago will give two different moisture contents. You ideally want 12%...
Liked On: 12-09-2021, 08:24 AM
178096 Finished last weekend, Viper model hunter, 1095 high carbon steel. Stabilized Rimu handle, G10 pins with orange and black liners. Full grind and forced patina.
Liked On: 11-09-2021, 01:07 PM
[QUOTE=Dicko;1219499]Viper, I’m also a fan of carbon steel whether it be a Green River skinner or a Svord drop point. How do you rate the steel in a Svord blade compared to those you use?[/QUOTE ...
Liked On: 11-09-2021, 08:42 AM
The eyes of the forum are now upon you
Liked On: 10-09-2021, 08:05 PM
Yup if he's not talking shit, good dry timber is a great place to start.
Liked On: 10-09-2021, 04:34 PM
What about Jarra ? Piece off an old hardwood power pole. Amongst native timber a bit of Rata would be superb. Source would be West coast drift wood
Liked On: 10-09-2021, 03:08 PM
Just finished a lockdown project that was rudely interrupted by another addition to the family. 178186
Liked On: 10-09-2021, 10:14 AM
Matai then Rimu then Totara in order of suitability if not stabilised Black maire is a really good native option, very dense timber.
Liked On: 10-09-2021, 09:24 AM
I used Black Maire on this knife I made 20 odd years ago. It is my go to hunting knife and the handle has not shown any sign of deteriorating. It was interesting to work. I ended up using an angle...
Liked On: 10-09-2021, 09:23 AM
Nothing unique or particularly noteworthy, but a very sentimental knife for me. A wee Buck 303 that belonged to my grandfather. Just fished it out of a box. Currently pretty dull, but will be having...
Liked On: 09-09-2021, 07:18 PM