Wooden Knife Sheaths. Many thanks to Edgewise for writing this for my poor old collection of pages! After I read Bo Bergman's book on knifemaking and Scandinavian knives, I promised myself that I would one day make some wooden sheaths. That day is yet to come because of being busy with many other things - but I am fortunate enough to have some wooden sheaths. "Sheaths made out of wood have issues with shrinkage and expansion", is what many of us have heard a lot of..
I would just say that there is a tradition of wooden sheaths from the arctic to the hottest and wettest jungle. What the pictures don't and can't show is the practicality of the design, and the "fit" of a wooden sheath in the wilderness. For some of us, natural materials are more appropriate in what we take to the wild - and enhance our experience.. Jimbo So far, I haven't made two wooden sheaths with the same design.
. (1) characteristics of the individual knife; (2) special considerations regarding the use of the knife; For the Lucie (made by Dr. Making an Antler Handle Knife. Question: How do you affix a knife blade with a tang to an antler tine without using any adhesives? Answer: Using the natural parts of the antler tine as the bonding agent. The pithy core of an antler tine can be softened and allowed to reharden to form a tight bond to the knife tang. The procedure is simple, but the time from beginning to end is long. If you're patient, you'll be pleasantly satisfied with the results. Start by taking an antler tine that will fit the size of your knife blade. Submerge the antler into a bucket of creek or rain water. When the core is ready, you may notice an odor coming from the antler.
Next, cut the tang of the blade with a hack saw into a wedge shape to help facilitate the insertion of the antler tine. More words of advise:1. After you've inserted the tang, let the antler tine dry out completely until the odor disappears. Another alternative to soaking the antler for a long period of time, is to boil the antler in water. Hand Forged Knife Blade, Knives. Product Photos (1) Please click an image to zoom in, or hover over an image for its description. This Hand Forged Knife Blade makes an excellent gift or personal project for those of you who interested in getting started in knife making. The beautifully-made blade, produced by the esteemed Swedish blacksmith Julius Pettersson, comes ready to be fitted with a handle of your choosing. For an idea of what can be done with this blade, take a look at some of the pictures our customers have sent in on the Woodlore Blog.
These blades were featured in the 'Sweden' episode of Ray Mears Bushcraft Survival Series 2, when Ray visited the traditional forge of Julius Pettersson. Each blade features the exclusive Ray Mears 'Snowshoe' logo along with Julius' own signature stamp. We recommend sourcing the book Antlerknife, which is sadly out of print at this time. Features: We'd love to see how you get on with your knife-making, whether you're a complete beginner or an expert. 0.3 Brilliant product. Mora 510 MG Knife, Knives. Product Photos (2) Please click an image to zoom in, or hover over an image for its description. Formerly known as the Mora Training Knife or 'Clipper', the Morakniv Companion MG Knife is a new and improved version of their popular entry-stage model, updated for 2011. The Companion MG is an excellent knife to use whilst learning basic bushcraft techniques (being sturdy enough to withstand harsh treatment), while still being of a high enough quality to use once you are more proficient in knife work.
It features a polished carbon steel, single-bevel blade which sharpens to a fine edge, finished with a half tang and directly-moulded handle for extra strength. Rather than just having individual areas that are grippy, the handle - which is made from rigid ABS plastic - features a complete overlay of the high-friction material Dryflex, for an improved grip. You can use the back of this knife to strike the Fire Stick, but you will need to file it slightly to obtain a rough edge. Details: The Ray Mears Bushcraft Knife, Knives. Product Photos (3) Please click an image to zoom in, or hover over an image for its description.
This item is sent via Special Delivery After years of using knives unfit for Bushcraft use, Ray Mears put the finishing touches to his very own design in 1990. That design became the Woodlore Knife, a now-legendary tool in its field. The Ray Mears Bushcraft Knife, with a blade made to almost identical specifications as the original Woodlore Knife, is an exceptional and beautiful tool in its own right. Expertly crafted from O1 High Carbon Tool Steel, the full, mildly-tapered-tang blade features a flat Scandinavian-style bevel. The dimensions of the handle were deliberated over in great detail in order to find the perfect balance between comfort and function. Now in its second form, this latest version of the Ray Mears Bushcraft Knife comes fitted with a stunning handle of English oak. Details: 39 Reviews of: The Ray Mears Bushcraft Knife 0.3 Outstanding workmanship!
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