Recent content by Drobinson30178

I got my Bubble Jig in and trying to figure out the best degrees to use for when I am starting to grind and how much I should subtract when I start stepping down. I don't know if it depends on thickness of material or kind of knife. I like it and it really helps I just don't know the best way to...

My first question is about the bubble jig. Does the complete system make that much of a difference? You can buy the complete system for 79.00 or you can buy I guess the bubble and the angle pieces for like 55.00. Is the piece you fasten to the knife blank worth it? Secound question when...

If you have not read Blades Special Military Double Issue you have to read it. I have not been a member for very long and everytime I get on knifedogs it amazies me how down to earth everyone is. The knife makers of the world is a rare breed. I mean that in the best way possible. All of you are...

I guess if there is a general rule of thumb say on g10 other synthetics like kirinate wood etc.

Thank all of you for your imput. I will give all of them a try. What grit of sand paper do you suggest to finish and what would you coat it with to help protect at the end. Thank you again.

I have always used wood for my handles trying to use new products. You have G-10, Micartia, kirniate, poylester pearl and the list goes on and on and on. I'm not a very experienced knife maker only made about 8 or so. Nothing to brag about or take pictures just trying. Any ways back to the...

Thank you for your help and would appericate any other advice you could give

Hello everyone. I am new to making knives and was woundering what was the best material to use for kitchen knives. I know you have to worry about germs and easy to clean etc. Also the best way to attach it, would 2part apoxy and pins be good enough. I would welcome any advice. Thanks

What part of Alabama. I live in Mt. Olive. I am just now getting started also

I actually met you at the Batson Knife Symphosiom this year. I was one of the people that helped you break down your tent and bought the refractory and kawol at the last minute. I plan on going to the hammer in if I can get off of work. Thank you for replying to my post and I hope I can go to...

I am central alabama.About 5hours from Gulf Shores. It is alittle to far I really appericate the offer. My biggest problem is I learn better with one on one. I have read alot of books and magazines they give me an idea on things I just don't understand alot of things they explain. I just wished...

is there anyone willing to teach me that lives around mount olive alabama

it has always been a childhood dream to make knives. never had a chance to find someone to teach me