File work question

detron · **on:** September 19, 2014, 05:52:53 AM

I have been bouncing around the idea of doing some file work on my next SAK mod.

I have seen several examples and they are beautiful, however, all of the ones I have seen were evenly spaced (like 99.99999% of the people would want)

I am considering INTENTIONALLY making mine a bit random, sort of a Mad Max, or post apocalyptic feel, almost as if the metal pieces of the SAK came from scraps or metal.

I would like opinions from you guys, but do not expect greatness, the only art I excel at starts with an "F"

Higgins617 · **Reply #1 on:** September 19, 2014, 05:57:02 AM

I'm not sure what feedback you're looking for, but I definitely think that could work out to be pretty cool. Maybe have it rock some artificially weathered scales to keep up the apocalyptic look. I'd go for some what of controlled chaos if it were me.

detron · **Reply #2 on:** September 19, 2014, 06:07:38 AM

Quote from: Higgins617 on September 19, 2014, 05:57:02 AM

I'm not sure what feedback you're looking for, but I definitely think that could work out to be pretty cool. Maybe have it rock some artificially weathered scales to keep up the apocalyptic look. I'd go for some what of controlled chaos if it were me.

that is the kind of feedback I was hoping for, thanks

Higgins617 · **Reply #3 on:** September 19, 2014, 06:19:34 AM

I'm a fan of different, and apocalyptic stuff hahahaha. So I think it's a really cool idea, what are you intending on using the idea on? an SAK?

pfrsantos · **Reply #4 on:** September 19, 2014, 02:32:47 PM

Quote from: detron on September 19, 2014, 05:52:53 AM

I have been bouncing around the idea of doing some file work on my next SAK mod.

I have seen several examples and they are beautiful, however, all of the ones I have seen were evenly spaced (like 99.99999% of the people would want)

I am considering INTENTIONALLY making mine a bit random, sort of a Mad Max, or post apocalyptic feel, almost as if the metal pieces of the SAK came from scraps or metal.

I would like opinions from you guys, but do not expect greatness, the only art I excel at starts with an "F"

As long as the random pattern is evenly distributed, I'm ok with it!

Seriously, if you would like it to look "ragged" and "Zombie-used", go for it. I'd suggest using a marker to first have an idea of the final result. You can even use it as a guide template.

Raukodur · **Reply #5 on:** September 19, 2014, 07:22:22 PM

Sounds like a good plan, but the design needs to be bold enough for it not to just look like a mess. So be brave! A bit of planning will help I would think rather than going freehand.

detron · **Reply #6 on:** September 19, 2014, 11:05:13 PM

yeah, I have to plan out what I want to do. might take some time to solve that first.

sawman · **Reply #7 on:** September 19, 2014, 11:22:56 PM

I'm not often a big fan of file work but have seen some cool examples done on SAKs.

Can't wait to see what you come up with.

ironraven · **Reply #8 on:** September 20, 2014, 01:50:38 AM

With matching wear on the scales, maybe a large blade that has been well sharpened?

Nhoj · **Reply #9 on:** September 20, 2014, 01:55:35 AM

Maybe drill holes in things like a skeletoo but more random and sparsl? Or partially drill a hole to make a divot?

JAfromMn · **Reply #10 on:** September 20, 2014, 02:04:14 AM

I have a couple of blades you can practice on.

Pm me if you want em detron

I'm interested to see what you come up with.

detron · **Reply #11 on:** September 20, 2014, 04:22:49 AM

Quote from: Nhoj on September 20, 2014, 01:55:35 AM

Maybe drill holes in things like a skeletoo but more random and sparsl? Or partially drill a hole to make a divot?

that was part of my idea already, I just need to ensure I do not do it in a place that TOTALLY weakens the tool.

I have some ideas, just have to see how they play out