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Here's a couple of pics of my current project. It is a Trapper kit from Woodcraft, my first 2-blade build. I am putting Sapele scales on it. They are fit to length and glued in and clamped at this stage.

bosmatj wrote: ↑Tue Nov 19, 2024 10:56 pm Here's.....

https://www.allaboutpocketknives.com/kn ... m.php?f=19

I have considered one of these kits but I don’t think I have the proper tools.

Anxiously awaiting your finished pictures.

Can’t wait to see those wooden scales done. They are beautiful as they are and will only look better after all the sanding and polishing.
Welcome to AAPK!

first sanding session and the back of the knife is ready for hand work. the top will be next, then the tricky work on the sides. I use a Black & Decker belt sander with 120 grit for these sessions.

and the front after first sanding...

This is coming along nicely, can't wait to see the finished product! If you are not aware, there is an entire section of the forum dedicated to modding and repairing knives. You should post your threads in there, so people can find your work easier. See link below...

viewforum.php?f=48

Here is the knife after final power sanding, hand sanding with 220, 400, and 1000. Scales are lightly oiled with mineral oil at this point. A waterproof finish of mink oil will be applied later.

how do I move this thread to the 'makers' forum?

Looking Good

bosmatj wrote: ↑Tue Nov 26, 2024 1:16 am
how do I move this thread to the 'makers' forum?

I think you would just make another post, a duplicate one, in that thread.

Nice work!

Looks awesome!

bosmatj wrote: ↑Tue Nov 26, 2024 1:16 amhow do I move this thread to the 'makers' forum?

I moved your topic to what I thought was the appropriate forum; if you want it somewhere else please let me know

Thank you. You're the best!

I think that turned out great.