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We have a great time at this conference, it's located within walking distance of the source of the Mississippi River.

Yes, it's tradition and buyers enjoy choosing the shield. The purpose is the same as the inlays one would see on a fine old Kentucky rifle. It's a sign of quality and it adds interest.

As I was getting ready to inlay this shield it occurred to me I might show my method. I draw a center line on the scale, then a line across that so I have some references when I clamp the template on the scale. If I'm using bone or stag, I use masking tape and draw the lines on that. Then I...

Calvin, the snow is gone, c'mon up! We'll go walk across the source on rocks!

There's still time to register for this, you're guaranteed a good time! Bonus: it's located within easy walking distance to the source of the Mississippi River!

If you'd like to attend, print out the registration page, fill it out and mail it in.

My rendition of a Remington 1306, engraving: Doug Sutherland. The knife is sold.

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Yes, CPM 154 CM will work for the spring. I harden the spring along with the blade, then temper it at 1100F, 2 hours, 2 times.

Doug S. & I are planning another engraved slipjoint for this event.

CPM 154 CM blade & spring, African Blackwood scales, 416 integral mill relieved liners/bolsters, 4 5/8" closed.

Here's one I recently finished..........CPM 154, Sambar Stag, Integral bolsters, bronze pivot bushing.

Ditto!

Very nice for the first one!

Just being nominated was a surprise to me. I appreciate it very much.

:35: Thank you for doing this Brad.

I can't.

Thank you for all the kind words! :happy:

It's hand sanded to 800 grit. It's not really grey.

I just sent this one off to it's new home today. It's my first backpocket. 4" closed, CTS-XHP stainless blade, bronze blade pivot bushing, integral bolsters/liners, fluted and threaded bolsters, ivory covers.