Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 16, 2008, 06:44:36 PM
I love the creativity that goes into them, and the totally unique product at the end of the modders hard effort's!
So let's have lot's of visual Sakporn please :salute:
Post by: Benner on June 16, 2008, 07:03:47 PM
(http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t41/benniehunts/IMG_0461.jpg)
(http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t41/benniehunts/IMG_0465.jpg)
(http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t41/benniehunts/IMG_0472.jpg)
Post by: scibeer on June 16, 2008, 07:08:55 PM
Turquoise classic
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/customSAK001.jpg)
Ebony OHT and pen set
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/customknives017.jpg)
Osage Executive and pen set
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/customSAK020.jpg)
The original "Sentinel"!!
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/OHS006.jpg)
Green Canvas Micarta phase....
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/DSC06565.jpg)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 16, 2008, 07:24:02 PM
Post by: DaveK on June 16, 2008, 10:02:58 PM
I've also got some donor knives on the way, then I'll be able to show you just how poor a craftsman I am :D
In fact I might not post my pictures on here next to Scibeer's so it'll be harder to compare :angel:
Post by: WhichDawg on June 16, 2008, 10:12:23 PM
give me time ;)
(http://i31.tinypic.com/dea4gz.jpg)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 16, 2008, 11:28:51 PM
:D :D
In fact I might not post my pictures on here next to Scibeer's so it'll be harder to compare :angel:
I look forward to it mate, at least your brave enough to attempt it :o
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 16, 2008, 11:35:14 PM
all I've ever done is put stay glows on a spartan :-\Do you fnd that the Stay glow scales are a complete dirt magnet ???
give me time ;)
(http://i31.tinypic.com/dea4gz.jpg)
Post by: NutSAK on June 16, 2008, 11:40:27 PM
(http://pic50.picturetrail.com/VOL486/2217790/14374864/256142074.jpg)
Oupa Copper Climber:
(http://pic50.picturetrail.com/VOL486/2217790/14374864/317156350.jpg)
(http://pic50.picturetrail.com/VOL486/2217790/14374864/317156352.jpg)
Scibeer orange G-10 Safari Hunter w/black liners:
(http://pic50.picturetrail.com/VOL486/2217790/14374864/297865501.jpg)
(http://pic50.picturetrail.com/VOL486/2217790/14374864/297865500.jpg)
Scibeer micarta OHTs:
(http://pic50.picturetrail.com/VOL486/2217790/8170270/191045933.jpg)
(http://pic50.picturetrail.com/VOL486/2217790/8170270/191045927.jpg)
Knifecoop "Old School" stag Soldier:
(http://pic50.picturetrail.com/VOL486/2217790/8170270/203334813.jpg)
Scibeer Woodsman This is a "reproduction" of a retired Victorinox model, with the new mag & phillips.
(http://pic50.picturetrail.com/VOL486/2217790/14374864/302454904.jpg)
Scibeer Type III (Hard) anodized Farmer:
(http://pic50.picturetrail.com/VOL486/2217790/14374864/317153509.jpg)
Rotokid Shining Light Spartan is pictured here in the center. It has tiger stripe micarta scales and a GID shield, which is pictured in my avatar. I sold the walnut-scaled Huntsman in this picture to another member of this forum.
(http://pic50.picturetrail.com/VOL486/2217790/14374864/256142076.jpg)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 16, 2008, 11:44:35 PM
Post by: NutSAK on June 16, 2008, 11:46:21 PM
Awesome collection terry, I've got to say I love that YoMan, everything you need and nothing ya don't :)
It is a great piece of kit, but I would trade the mighty hook for an awl. Whatcha gonna do?... You just can't have it awl. :P
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 16, 2008, 11:49:17 PM
I didn't lok hard enough to see it didn't have one ::), yep swap the hook for an awl, and it'd be perfect :)
Post by: Roadie on June 16, 2008, 11:49:46 PM
Aww crap more 'Awl' jokes :D :D
Just when you thought you'd heard them awl ::)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 16, 2008, 11:50:13 PM
:twak: :twak:Aww crap more 'Awl' jokes :D :D
Just when you thought you'd heard them awl ::)
Post by: Benner on June 16, 2008, 11:50:55 PM
Post by: Roadie on June 16, 2008, 11:51:38 PM
:twak: :twak:Aww crap more 'Awl' jokes :D :DJust when you thought you'd heard them awl ::)
:D :D Snigger :D :D
Post by: NutSAK on June 16, 2008, 11:54:47 PM
That orange G10 is stunning :o one day i'll have me one of them!
Thanks. If you do, I highly recommend that you have the finish bead-blasted for grip. I think it looks better that way too, as it brings out the "weave" in the material.
Post by: DaveK on June 16, 2008, 11:55:25 PM
When awls been said and done, it is still a good SAK. :P
That's awlful :angel:
Post by: Benner on June 16, 2008, 11:56:17 PM
When awls been said and done, it is still a good SAK. :P
That's awlful :angel:
Ok, know it awl. :ahhh
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 16, 2008, 11:57:54 PM
Post by: Roadie on June 16, 2008, 11:57:59 PM
Post by: Roadie on June 16, 2008, 11:58:27 PM
Thanks. If you do, I highly recommend that you have the finish bead-blasted for grip. I think it looks better that way too, as it brings out the "weave" in the material.
Duly noted, thanks :)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 16, 2008, 11:59:30 PM
What would you put G10 on ???Thanks. If you do, I highly recommend that you have the finish bead-blasted for grip. I think it looks better that way too, as it brings out the "weave" in the material.
Duly noted, thanks :)
Post by: Roadie on June 17, 2008, 12:02:47 AM
What would you put G10 on ???
A OHT would be quite nice, or a GAK :)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 17, 2008, 12:05:00 AM
What about on a 108 mm like Terry's? (so it'd be street legal)What would you put G10 on ???
A OHT would be quite nice, or a GAK :)
Post by: Roadie on June 17, 2008, 12:06:33 AM
What about on a 108 mm like Terry's? (so it'd be street legal)
I'd have to get a matching pair then wouldn't I :D
Post by: DaveK on June 17, 2008, 12:10:22 AM
Why do awl these threads awlways disintegrate into this ::) :D
Damned if I know. It is disgracefawl though - we awl have to agree.
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 17, 2008, 12:13:42 AM
Off course :DWhat about on a 108 mm like Terry's? (so it'd be street legal)
I'd have to get a matching pair then wouldn't I :D
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 17, 2008, 12:14:35 AM
This reminds me of a thread a while back, there were loads of awl gag's in that one :DWhy do awl these threads awlways disintegrate into this ::) :D
Damned if I know. It is disgracefawl though - we awl have to agree.
Post by: DaveK on June 17, 2008, 12:36:27 AM
This reminds me of a thread a while back, there were loads of awl gag's in that one :DWhy do awl these threads awlways disintegrate into this ::) :D
Damned if I know. It is disgracefawl though - we awl have to agree.
Awlsome :D
Post by: WhichDawg on June 17, 2008, 09:54:34 PM
That orange G10 is stunning :o one day i'll have me one of them!
Thanks. If you do, I highly recommend that you have the finish bead-blasted for grip. I think it looks better that way too, as it brings out the "weave" in the material.
beautiful collection Terry! :cheers:
I was thinking of "orange denim" if theirs such a thing (I could dye it myself) because their are some threads
going on about denim micarta on SAKs going on in the forums (and how to's).
I've had no dirt problems yet Micky d, are you? I'm surprised but Ben did mention you have sticky fingers so.... :D
Post by: NutSAK on June 17, 2008, 09:59:53 PM
I carry a stayglow Rambler with me everywhere I go and have never had a problem with it attracting or retaining dirt either. It's just about worn smooth now, so maybe that helps.
Orange denim micarta sounds like an interesting idea!
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 17, 2008, 10:17:27 PM
Ha Ha :twak: :D
I've had no dirt problems yet Micky d, are you? I'm surprised but Ben did mention you have sticky fingers so.... :D
Yeah the stay glow on my 58mm mini champ really show up the grime rubbing of off my key's :(
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 17, 2008, 10:18:24 PM
Thanks WD--for the complement and rescuing the hijacked thread. ::)Maybe it's just me then, mind you one of my key's is brass ::)
I carry a stayglow Rambler with me everywhere I go and have never had a problem with it attracting or retaining dirt either. It's just about worn smooth now, so maybe that helps.
Orange denim micarta sounds like an interesting idea!
Post by: WhichDawg on June 17, 2008, 10:23:22 PM
Thanks WD--for the complement and rescuing the hijacked thread. ::)
I carry a stayglow Rambler with me everywhere I go and have never had a problem with it attracting or retaining dirt either. It's just about worn smooth now, so maybe that helps.
Orange denim micarta sounds like an interesting idea!
check out this link (unless you have already!); http://www.britishblades.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21836
Post by: NutSAK on June 17, 2008, 10:43:19 PM
Thanks WD--for the complement and rescuing the hijacked thread. ::)Maybe it's just me then, mind you one of my key's is brass ::)
I carry a stayglow Rambler with me everywhere I go and have never had a problem with it attracting or retaining dirt either. It's just about worn smooth now, so maybe that helps.
Orange denim micarta sounds like an interesting idea!
It must be your sticky fingers then. I have mine on a keychain with three brass keys. Here's a pic:
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,5034.msg84155.html#msg84155
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 17, 2008, 10:46:10 PM
Post by: WhichDawg on June 17, 2008, 10:49:06 PM
and come up with some idea's. :think:
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 17, 2008, 10:49:40 PM
it is odd, maybe the next time it gets dirty take a picture for us, we'll "analyze" itWill do mate :)
and come up with some idea's. :think:
Post by: Benner on June 18, 2008, 12:36:43 AM
This reminds me of a thread a while back, there were loads of awl gag's in that one :DWhy do awl these threads awlways disintegrate into this ::) :D
Damned if I know. It is disgracefawl though - we awl have to agree.
Awlsome :D
He was on the bawl with that one. :P
(last one I swear! :D)
Post by: DaveK on June 18, 2008, 12:40:50 AM
This reminds me of a thread a while back, there were loads of awl gag's in that one :DWhy do awl these threads awlways disintegrate into this ::) :D
Damned if I know. It is disgracefawl though - we awl have to agree.
Awlsome :D
He was on the bawl with that one. :P
(last one I swear! :D)
Yes - we should stop this. It really is appawling behaviour.
Post by: Benner on June 18, 2008, 12:42:41 AM
Post by: scibeer on June 18, 2008, 08:21:14 AM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 18, 2008, 09:57:41 AM
So about these Sak mod's ??? :D
Post by: J-sews on June 18, 2008, 01:10:33 PM
::) ::)
So about these Sak mod's ??? :D
Trying to get a thread back on topic?? Imposter!! Who are you and what have you done with Mike?! >:( :D
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 18, 2008, 01:12:21 PM
:D :D::) ::)
So about these Sak mod's ??? :D
Trying to get a thread back on topic?? Imposter!! Who are you and what have you done with Mike?! >:( :D
As if I ever wander off topic >:( :D
Post by: NutSAK on June 18, 2008, 08:38:40 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 18, 2008, 10:00:39 PM
Is there no one else here with SAK mods?Maybe someone should pm Spork :)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 18, 2008, 10:02:25 PM
Done :)Is there no one else here with SAK mods?Maybe someone should pm Spork :)
Post by: NutSAK on June 18, 2008, 10:04:58 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 18, 2008, 10:06:29 PM
Let the pics begin!Here's hoping :)
Post by: scibeer on June 18, 2008, 11:03:51 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 18, 2008, 11:12:07 PM
Spork is chock full of good SAK porn. Stay cawlm, he'll be around shortly...Well your both the heavy weight sakporn Baron's :D
Post by: Steel Blade on June 19, 2008, 01:14:24 AM
The Compact, Climber, Champion, Yoman
also my OHT also with scissors also by Scibeer
Bob
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on June 19, 2008, 02:00:35 AM
-My EDC G10 Sportsman and SwissMemory...which is a mod as well...originally 64Mb, modified with a 2Gb Lexar Firefly
-Cadet with saw added, vintage straight ribbed scales.
-My personal camping knife.
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on June 19, 2008, 02:03:24 AM
-Two-layer 111mm
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on June 19, 2008, 02:23:12 AM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on June 19, 2008, 02:24:39 AM
Post by: WhichDawg on June 19, 2008, 02:26:48 AM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on June 19, 2008, 02:30:12 AM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on June 19, 2008, 02:33:29 AM
Post by: NutSAK on June 19, 2008, 03:05:35 AM
Of course the rest of them are awesome also. :cheers:
Always great to see your mods SporK. Especially the 84mm ones.
Post by: J-sews on June 19, 2008, 03:20:24 AM
Post by: Leatherman123 on June 19, 2008, 03:46:10 AM
Post by: scibeer on June 19, 2008, 05:36:38 AM
Here's a few more.
2 goofy ones first. The "sciphi" and the 6 pack opener.
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/SoloSciPhi004.jpg)
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/pensandsaks.jpg)
Brass lined Compact
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/bcpost3.jpg)
Mammoth ivory executive
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/mammothivoryexecutive011.jpg)
No name - Scientist with scissors and long file
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/XRAYPOST1.jpg)
Felinevets revamped Old Soldier in amboyna
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/Oldsoldierrevamp011.jpg)
84mm and 91mm YoMan
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/Aarons84mmYoMan6.jpg)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 19, 2008, 08:06:26 AM
Four of my Scibeer alox mods with scissorsBeautiful mod's mate :drool: :drool:, lot's of Alox lovelyness :)
The Compact, Climber, Champion, Yoman
also my OHT also with scissors also by Scibeer
Bob
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 19, 2008, 08:09:32 AM
-HotSpark Tinker Mk2Always had a soft spot for this one :drool:
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 19, 2008, 08:11:54 AM
Felinevets revamped Old Soldier in amboynaThat is just gorgeous mate :drool:
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/Oldsoldierrevamp011.jpg)
Post by: NutSAK on June 19, 2008, 11:02:09 AM
Post by: Benner on June 19, 2008, 11:49:39 AM
Post by: Smitty44 on June 21, 2008, 08:15:42 PM
Post by: scibeer on June 21, 2008, 10:36:55 PM
Post by: sixgun on June 22, 2008, 05:07:23 PM
Post by: Leatherman123 on June 22, 2008, 05:09:21 PM
Post by: revolvergeek on July 14, 2008, 09:29:40 PM
Super Scibeertool
(http://www.fototime.com/517DE729EAA283B/standard.jpg)
Abrasive Yo-Man
(http://www.fototime.com/7F2D9DE60F17B11/standard.jpg)
Scientist, Alox Climber, Pioneer Awl-some Solo
(http://www.fototime.com/3D2F1E0A228678C/standard.jpg)
Alox Camper
(http://www.fototime.com/5A80A1976D011A9/standard.jpg)
Uber-GAK
(http://www.fototime.com/878F822207EC429/standard.jpg)
Drunken Lumberjack
(http://www.fototime.com/232F1293BEF4647/standard.jpg)
Easy Open Solo
(http://www.fototime.com/69F4DDB1C20E42A/standard.jpg)
(http://www.fototime.com/28AB56DCF896E59/standard.jpg)
Post by: WhichDawg on July 14, 2008, 09:59:18 PM
I'm still liking the "Long File"
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/XRAYPOST1.jpg)
that was with Kirk Douglas and Ernest Borgnine right "OooohDin!"
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 14, 2008, 10:12:16 PM
Post by: Smitty44 on July 15, 2008, 02:52:14 AM
Post by: Smitty44 on July 15, 2008, 02:55:45 AM
Post by: HaChayalBoded on July 31, 2008, 09:55:33 AM
Post by: scibeer on August 05, 2008, 05:59:57 PM
Post by: Sea Monster on August 13, 2008, 10:28:40 AM
Had these done up.
(huge file, waiting for tiny pic)
they collect fingerprints like you wouldn't believe.
(http://i34.tinypic.com/mry3gl.jpg)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on August 13, 2008, 10:31:57 AM
Post by: Sea Monster on August 13, 2008, 10:35:51 AM
(http://i36.tinypic.com/15dpi06.jpg)
Post by: Sea Monster on August 13, 2008, 10:39:09 AM
Quote
That looks pretty cool mate
Sure, until you consider the scales cost three times what the knife did!
They don't have slots for Tweezers/Toothpick. I think the guy who made them would have hurt me if I asked for that.
Actually just test-fitted to the Squatter.
Will put them on my Waiter for ultra-sleek beverage-openering.
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on August 13, 2008, 10:41:28 AM
Post by: DaveK on August 13, 2008, 09:39:10 PM
I've been exchanging e-mails with Rotokid, who has been talking about Copper scales and other metals. I've about given up finding some Titanium ones at this stage, but copper sounds really interesting.
I do like the SS though.
I'm also thinking of a money clip attached to the scales, still looking into that though.
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on August 13, 2008, 10:28:56 PM
Post by: Sea Monster on August 13, 2008, 10:35:02 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on August 13, 2008, 10:36:43 PM
Hmm, I wonder if I can get my hands on some bronze.Well Oupa's from you part of the world I think, so maybe you should look up his work too :)
Post by: Sea Monster on August 13, 2008, 10:41:35 PM
We don't trust their kind around here.
Plus, at this time of year, I'm sure as hell not heading south!
Post by: NutSAK on August 13, 2008, 10:55:35 PM
(http://pic50.picturetrail.com/VOL486/2217790/14374864/317156350.jpg)
(http://pic50.picturetrail.com/VOL486/2217790/14374864/317156352.jpg)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on August 13, 2008, 10:56:51 PM
Post by: Benner on August 13, 2008, 10:58:22 PM
Post by: NutSAK on August 13, 2008, 11:01:11 PM
Post by: Benner on August 14, 2008, 11:12:26 AM
Rotokid's copper scales are beautiful too. They are polished, not melted, and I believe he coats them with something to keep them from tarnishing. I know felinevet (Tim Meeker, Rotokid's father) has one of his copper-scaled beauties and some pictures of it.
I'd be interested to see those.
Post by: NutSAK on August 14, 2008, 03:27:30 PM
Post by: BIG-TARGET on August 14, 2008, 07:30:11 PM
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on August 14, 2008, 10:51:55 PM
I dug around a bit on sosakonline for the picture of that one, but couldn't find it. I stopped short of using the POS search function on KF, but I'm sure there is a pic of it in the SOSAK forum.
Small pic of it in Rotokid's shop under "Sample Mods."
(http://www.sosakonline.com/rotokid/images/stories/modgallery/copmod.jpg)
Def
Post by: Benner on August 14, 2008, 11:00:47 PM
Post by: NutSAK on August 14, 2008, 11:02:28 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on December 15, 2008, 10:50:17 PM
Post by: kodiak5 on December 27, 2008, 05:51:22 AM
I took the saw out of the OHT.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y99/kapal/DSC00269.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y99/kapal/DSC00265.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on December 27, 2008, 10:22:11 AM
Mountaineer Slim and home-made Alumnus
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m37/gareth_hunt/DSCF3011.jpg)
Woodworker and my first mod the Huntsman Slim
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m37/gareth_hunt/DSCF3017.jpg)
Post by: Neil on December 27, 2008, 11:44:40 AM
The little one isn't done. I want to make a medium flat head out of the other file.
I took the saw out of the OHT.
The green one looks familiar. :think: Did you post it over on SOSAK a year or so ago?
Neil
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on December 27, 2008, 01:34:22 PM
Post by: kodiak5 on December 27, 2008, 07:49:05 PM
The little one isn't done. I want to make a medium flat head out of the other file.
I took the saw out of the OHT.
The green one looks familiar. :think: Did you post it over on SOSAK a year or so ago?
Neil
I may have.
Post by: Neil on December 27, 2008, 08:04:53 PM
Is the watch back opener from a Pocket Pal sized frame, any reason for choosing that one over a Bantam frame watch blade and any chance of a top down shot of your knives. Sorry for the twenty questions :)
Neil
Post by: kodiak5 on December 28, 2008, 06:02:42 AM
The watch case opener was from a Wenger model I can't find now. I thought it was called the Matador or something.
The Red Vic was made by Scribeer. One of my faverites!
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y99/kapal/DSC00272.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y99/kapal/DSC00275.jpg)
Post by: Neil on December 28, 2008, 12:30:19 PM
All of those look look like very useful mods :cheers:
Neil
Post by: Neil on December 28, 2008, 12:49:17 PM
Its one of my favourite knives as its a rare example of a Vic. muck up. (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_Friday-Director.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/Friday-Director.jpg) :sak:
Also it was a gift from Bob (SteelBlade) making it doubly special.
Neil
Post by: kodiak5 on January 08, 2009, 04:04:31 AM
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y99/kapal/DSC00280.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y99/kapal/DSC00278.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y99/kapal/DSC00281.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y99/kapal/DSC00282.jpg)
Post by: Neil on January 08, 2009, 04:12:06 AM
Nice work :tu:
Neil
Post by: Gareth on January 08, 2009, 09:04:47 AM
Post by: Neil on January 08, 2009, 10:28:57 AM
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/Compact-Conversion-2.jpg)
Not sure what Mike plans on calling it. Working title was Compact Conversion, Gareth calls his a Huntsman Light though his is entirely different as it lack the nail file on the hook :P
Neil
Post by: Gareth on January 08, 2009, 10:34:43 AM
I was never sure about the black translucent scales but they look good there. Nice pic of a great looking knife. :tu:
Post by: Neil on January 08, 2009, 10:42:28 AM
I'm not sure about the onyx either but Mike likes it and I must say it looks good on this knife.
Neil
Post by: Benner on January 08, 2009, 11:59:29 AM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on January 08, 2009, 06:19:36 PM
Any sugestions :)
Post by: Gareth on January 08, 2009, 07:01:06 PM
Post by: Neil on January 08, 2009, 08:20:46 PM
:pok: I'd ignore Gareth's suggestions. He always ignores mine :cry: :P
Neil
Post by: glorn on January 08, 2009, 09:28:25 PM
Considering configuration and origin of parts what about Compact Huntsman...?
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/e/e0/Elmer_Fudd.png)
Post by: Gareth on January 08, 2009, 09:41:03 PM
Considering configuration and origin of parts what about Compact Huntsman or Huntsman Compact. Or a regional twist? The Kent Compact :D
:pok: I'd ignore Gareth's suggestions. He always ignores mine :cry: :P
Neil
Oi (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/smileys/th_handbags.gif) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/smileys/?action=view¤t=handbags.gif) !
:P ;)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on January 08, 2009, 09:42:21 PM
Keep em coming, and all the sensible one's :police: I'll put in a pole and you horrible lot can decide :)
Post by: Gareth on January 08, 2009, 09:43:50 PM
As much as I'd like to ignore Gareth :D,
Don't you start. :twak: :)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on January 08, 2009, 09:52:10 PM
Neil said he's cut me off from future mod's if I didn't :cry: :cry:As much as I'd like to ignore Gareth :D,
Don't you start. :twak: :)
Post by: DaveK on January 08, 2009, 10:17:10 PM
Considering configuration and origin of parts what about Compact Huntsman...?
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/e/e0/Elmer_Fudd.png)
Hehe - I got it glorn!
Post by: Neil on January 08, 2009, 10:21:56 PM
Neil
Post by: glorn on January 08, 2009, 10:24:26 PM
Just need to figure out how to make handles with him on :D
Neil
Or just call it an "Elmer".
;)
Post by: Neil on January 08, 2009, 10:27:09 PM
:pok: Make it happen Mike.
Neil
Post by: kodiak5 on January 09, 2009, 03:59:35 AM
Before I did my Soldier mod I looked on the SAK Selector and couldn't belive they didn't offer a single layer full size alox sak with reamer. It is just what I wanted for front pocket. The nice thing about this mod is it's cheap (price of a Soldier...$20.00 tops) and you can use the same pins. No extra parts needed! Great poor man mod. Great usable knife.
Post by: Neil on January 09, 2009, 04:06:07 AM
That's a great looking knife NKB. I love the smoky translucent scales!
Before I did my Soldier mod I looked on the SAK Selector and couldn't belive they didn't offer a single layer full size alox sak with reamer. It is just what I wanted for front pocket. The nice thing about this mod is it's cheap (price of a Soldier...$20.00 tops) and you can use the same pins. No extra parts needed! Great poor man mod. Great usable knife.
I suppose its because you only really appreciate that awl after using it. Joe public would probably look at it and think why would I want that when I can have one with a couple of blades on. Just a thought.
Neil
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on January 09, 2009, 08:20:46 AM
Post by: Neil on January 09, 2009, 11:32:10 AM
Neil
Post by: glorn on January 09, 2009, 03:01:32 PM
Ok Elmer it is then ::) :D
:D
Post by: Tsquare on January 11, 2009, 04:55:03 AM
Post by: Flash on January 12, 2009, 11:50:45 AM
Post by: Gareth on January 12, 2009, 12:07:03 PM
Post by: Neil on January 12, 2009, 12:10:21 PM
Here is another mod...hope you like it :salute:
That's nice, what's the wood?
Neil
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on January 12, 2009, 06:12:33 PM
Post by: DaveK on January 12, 2009, 11:43:33 PM
Here is another mod...hope you like it :salute:
That's nice, what's the wood?
Neil
Like he said?
Post by: Benner on January 12, 2009, 11:57:36 PM
Post by: Gareth on January 13, 2009, 01:34:07 AM
Yew?
That sounds a good guess.
Post by: Flash on January 13, 2009, 09:12:17 AM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on January 13, 2009, 05:07:50 PM
Post by: Gareth on January 13, 2009, 05:46:08 PM
How do you treat Yew to stop it's toxicity ???
Don't chew it?
Post by: Roadie on January 13, 2009, 05:50:14 PM
How do you treat Yew to stop it's toxicity ???
Don't chew it?
:D :rofl:
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on January 13, 2009, 06:33:20 PM
Why didn't I think of that ::) :DHow do you treat Yew to stop it's toxicity ???
Don't chew it?
Post by: Benner on January 13, 2009, 06:42:50 PM
Sorry for the delay gang and yew are quite right :D
::)
Post by: Gareth on February 03, 2009, 12:27:55 PM
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m37/gareth_hunt/DSCF0414.jpg)
I think they make a good candidate for a "dress SAK".
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 03, 2009, 01:29:37 PM
Post by: hawkchucker on February 03, 2009, 08:43:18 PM
Post by: Benner on February 04, 2009, 02:52:43 PM
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/anotherscholar.jpg)
My very own Scholar! :)
For those that don't know, I suggested this idea to Neil and he went off and made it and it is perfect. :) We decided on the name Scholar as it contains no blades so therefore it can be carried everywhere (even at school) and it has a pen, ruler and scissors (pencil case type tools).
What you may not be able to make out from the picture is that Neil has taken the edge off of the orange peeler and has made it into a small cutting hook. He has also put another nail nick into the file so that it can be opened easier, as after modding the files nail nick is tucked up against the hook. He has done it very well.
Thanks a million Neil, this is going straight into my EDC. :)
Post by: Gareth on February 04, 2009, 03:12:32 PM
Post by: Neil on February 04, 2009, 05:09:07 PM
The blunting of the picker/plucker was simple enough and turned out well.
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_mini-nanny-champ-hook.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=mini-nanny-champ-hook.jpg)
I was less happy with the nail nick, I really could have done with a much thinner cutting wheel but it does the job. In the picture below you can see some of the prototype nicks. I've actually settled on a slightly different one but you'll have to wait for a shot of that (its all a big secret (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/smileys/shhh.gif) )
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_bodged-nailfiles.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=bodged-nailfiles.jpg)
Neil
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 04, 2009, 06:48:20 PM
Post by: Gareth on February 04, 2009, 07:22:28 PM
Awesome work again Neil :tu:, just needs a saw to make it perfect :D::) Do I detect a theme in your SAKs?
Post by: Neil on February 04, 2009, 08:33:26 PM
Awesome work again Neil :tu:, just needs a saw to make it perfect :D
No problem, just find me the 58mm saw :D
Neil
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 04, 2009, 09:17:28 PM
He could headbutt it, but that would squash his hair. :-[
Post by: Neil on February 04, 2009, 09:30:58 PM
Neil
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 04, 2009, 09:55:24 PM
I'm no worse that you with your flipping scissors :DAwesome work again Neil :tu:, just needs a saw to make it perfect :D::) Do I detect a theme in your SAKs?
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 04, 2009, 10:33:31 PM
I believe he has some weird epoxy carbon nano tube thing, that he now adds to his air gel to get round that issue.
Neil
I believe there's also powdered aluminum in the mix so he doesn't have to wear a tin foil hat... ::) :D
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 04, 2009, 10:35:38 PM
Trust me no one in there right mind would want to read his thought :o :oI believe he has some weird epoxy carbon nano tube thing, that he now adds to his air gel to get round that issue.
Neil
I believe there's also powdered aluminum in the mix so he doesn't have to wear a tin foil hat... ::) :D
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 04, 2009, 10:37:06 PM
Trust me no one in there right mind would want to read his thought :o :oI believe he has some weird epoxy carbon nano tube thing, that he now adds to his air gel to get round that issue.
Neil
I believe there's also powdered aluminum in the mix so he doesn't have to wear a tin foil hat... ::) :D
...it also gives him great cell phone reception as well...
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 04, 2009, 10:38:21 PM
Well there is that :DTrust me no one in there right mind would want to read his thought :o :oI believe he has some weird epoxy carbon nano tube thing, that he now adds to his air gel to get round that issue.
Neil
I believe there's also powdered aluminum in the mix so he doesn't have to wear a tin foil hat... ::) :D
...it also gives him great cell phone reception as well...
Mind you I could have lived without it attracting lightning on our first meet ::) :D
Post by: Benner on February 04, 2009, 10:39:47 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 04, 2009, 10:40:46 PM
Yeah sorry about that Mike. :DAnd least we've found the cause of it finally :D
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 04, 2009, 11:49:12 PM
Well there is that :DTrust me no one in there right mind would want to read his thought :o :oI believe he has some weird epoxy carbon nano tube thing, that he now adds to his air gel to get round that issue.
Neil
I believe there's also powdered aluminum in the mix so he doesn't have to wear a tin foil hat... ::) :D
...it also gives him great cell phone reception as well...
Mind you I could have lived without it attracting lightning on our first meet ::) :D
Was he re-charging batteries?...you don't want to know where he puts them :ahhh :D
Post by: Gareth on February 05, 2009, 12:28:40 AM
I'm no worse that you with your flipping scissors :DAwesome work again Neil :tu:, just needs a saw to make it perfect :D::) Do I detect a theme in your SAKs?
:o You know what? That's true. I hadn't realised :-[.
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 05, 2009, 09:15:47 AM
Some things man was just not meant to know...and a bloody good job too :o :DWell there is that :DTrust me no one in there right mind would want to read his thought :o :oI believe he has some weird epoxy carbon nano tube thing, that he now adds to his air gel to get round that issue.
Neil
I believe there's also powdered aluminum in the mix so he doesn't have to wear a tin foil hat... ::) :D
...it also gives him great cell phone reception as well...
Mind you I could have lived without it attracting lightning on our first meet ::) :D
Was he re-charging batteries?...you don't want to know where he puts them :ahhh :D
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 05, 2009, 09:16:18 AM
Michael knows all :police: :DI'm no worse that you with your flipping scissors :DAwesome work again Neil :tu:, just needs a saw to make it perfect :D::) Do I detect a theme in your SAKs?
:o You know what? That's true. I hadn't realised :-[.
Post by: Neil on February 05, 2009, 12:14:38 PM
Some things man was just not meant to know...and a bloody good job too :o :D
...
Michael knows all :police: :D
::) ??? :ahhh :think:
Neil
Post by: Roadie on February 05, 2009, 12:56:36 PM
::) ??? :ahhh :think:
Neil
That disturbed me too! :o
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 05, 2009, 02:34:52 PM
Michael knows all :police: :D
That's why I put on a tinfoil hat before I log in here :ahhh
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 05, 2009, 07:16:09 PM
Post by: Gareth on February 05, 2009, 07:52:34 PM
What can I say, between comunning with the dead, and cartomancy, I have all the info i need :D
I don't need to know what you do with dead people! :ahhh
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 05, 2009, 07:54:05 PM
You've a filthy mind sir >:(, besides Ben warm's them up for me, I just choose not to ask how :DWhat can I say, between comunning with the dead, and cartomancy, I have all the info i need :D
I don't need to know what you do with dead people! :ahhh
Post by: Neil on February 05, 2009, 07:56:21 PM
You've a filthy mind sir >:(, besides Ben warm's them up for me, I just choose not to ask how :DWhat can I say, between comunning with the dead, and cartomancy, I have all the info i need :D
I don't need to know what you do with dead people! :ahhh
With his lightning rod of course
Neil
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 05, 2009, 08:03:38 PM
Well one of his rod's probably :DYou've a filthy mind sir >:(, besides Ben warm's them up for me, I just choose not to ask how :DWhat can I say, between comunning with the dead, and cartomancy, I have all the info i need :D
I don't need to know what you do with dead people! :ahhh
With his lightning rod of course
Neil
Post by: Benner on February 05, 2009, 08:25:03 PM
Post by: DaveK on February 05, 2009, 08:27:04 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 05, 2009, 08:27:37 PM
Post by: Benner on February 05, 2009, 09:08:24 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 05, 2009, 10:09:34 PM
I expect Sue knows a couple. :DI'll ask her via budgie.co.uk then :D
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 05, 2009, 10:42:23 PM
Well one of his rod's probably :DYou've a filthy mind sir >:(, besides Ben warm's them up for me, I just choose not to ask how :DWhat can I say, between comunning with the dead, and cartomancy, I have all the info i need :D
I don't need to know what you do with dead people! :ahhh
With his lightning rod of course
Neil
Eew! :ahhh
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 05, 2009, 10:43:19 PM
Post by: Gareth on February 18, 2009, 11:38:28 AM
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m37/gareth_hunt/DSCF3390.jpg)
Strangely, as I know I can still pick up a Tourist any time (umm... :think:), I didn't have one and ended up really liking it. Can you tell I've been learning some lanyard knots? :) Works well with my other EDC SAK of a Rambler.
Apprentice
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m37/gareth_hunt/DSCF3399.jpg)
The scales on this are Nylon that has been rubbed down so as they are smoother. It gives a nice soft touch feel that I like far more than the standard Nylon.
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 18, 2009, 06:13:25 PM
Post by: Neil on February 18, 2009, 10:13:53 PM
I have very little use for a corkscrew but I'm not a huge fan of the backspring phillips.
Neil
Post by: Benner on February 18, 2009, 11:05:03 PM
I always prefer the look of the corkscrew. Just seems like a SAK should have one.
BTW, I know I'm not Gareth, but I thought I'd say anyway. :D
Post by: hawkchucker on February 18, 2009, 11:12:53 PM
Post by: Gareth on February 19, 2009, 01:18:50 AM
So are you a corkscrew or a phillips man Gareth :)
I have very little use for a corkscrew but I'm not a huge fan of the backspring phillips.
Neil
I have to say I'm a corkscrew man myself. I mostly did this to try out Neils how-to tip, and to fill in a couple of missing SAKs in my 84mm line-up. I mostly see the Apprentice as a companion piece to another, bigger SAK. Corkscrews are just a tool that I expect a SAK to have, I can't imagine the embarrassment of being caught without one when needed. :-[
As I said above I was surprised that the Tourist appealed to me so much. I'm not a particular fan of the Spartan but the 84mm 2 layer format has really got to me. It works well when paired up with my Rambler.
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 19, 2009, 02:21:14 AM
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Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 19, 2009, 02:23:49 AM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 19, 2009, 02:25:24 AM
Post by: Gareth on February 19, 2009, 02:32:44 AM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 19, 2009, 02:36:38 AM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 19, 2009, 02:38:28 AM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 19, 2009, 02:40:40 AM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 19, 2009, 02:41:42 AM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 19, 2009, 02:42:06 AM
Post by: Gareth on February 19, 2009, 02:57:03 AM
OK that's a lie. :-[
Post by: donvito on February 19, 2009, 04:53:16 AM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 19, 2009, 08:11:15 AM
Post by: Neil on February 19, 2009, 10:52:02 AM
I still really love that DoubleSport mate :tu:
That one does seem very you :) Me I'll go for anything with big-butt in its title :D
OK, if I had to pick a fave there I'd go for the blue G10 108mm
Neil
Post by: Gareth on February 19, 2009, 11:29:55 AM
I still really love that DoubleSport mate :tu:
I have to agree with you Micky, that DoubleSport is something a bit special. :drool:
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 19, 2009, 04:21:20 PM
In order to produce a DoubleSport you need at least one older thick-tang 84mm blade.
Post by: Gareth on February 20, 2009, 12:51:42 PM
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m37/gareth_hunt/DSCF3464.jpg)
I took some time peening the pins and I'm not to unhappy with the end result.
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m37/gareth_hunt/DSCF3470.jpg)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 20, 2009, 01:17:57 PM
Post by: Neil on February 20, 2009, 01:28:56 PM
Are you happier with the action than you were with the Alumnus?
:pok: I know you like your backside tools but that looks a top edc.
Neil
Post by: Gareth on February 20, 2009, 01:35:18 PM
This is certainly going into my EDC rotation paired up with a Waiter for the corkscrew and micro driver.
Post by: Neil on February 20, 2009, 02:47:16 PM
Much happier, looking at the job I did on the original Alumnus it was no surprise the action was poor. :-[ I had damaged the back tool pin hole on the outside liner, that let the pin move slightly so it wasn't creating enough tension on the spring. Hence the flabby action.
This is certainly going into my EDC rotation paired up with a Waiter for the corkscrew and micro driver.
That makes sense. I have a problem with flabby action around my midriff, any advice on improving my action :( :P
Neil
Post by: Gareth on February 20, 2009, 02:51:27 PM
Much happier, looking at the job I did on the original Alumnus it was no surprise the action was poor. :-[ I had damaged the back tool pin hole on the outside liner, that let the pin move slightly so it wasn't creating enough tension on the spring. Hence the flabby action.
This is certainly going into my EDC rotation paired up with a Waiter for the corkscrew and micro driver.
That makes sense. I have a problem with flabby action around my midriff, any advice on improving my action :( :P
Neil
Best to ask Flash that question, he seems to be doing some good work in that area. :D
Post by: Neil on February 20, 2009, 02:54:44 PM
Neil
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 20, 2009, 03:21:10 PM
...will the next one have a saw? :pok: :D
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 20, 2009, 03:22:02 PM
I need a body mod :D
Neil
To add more layers...or a bigger tool? :D
Post by: Gareth on February 20, 2009, 03:35:30 PM
I need a body mod :D
Neil
To add more layers...or a bigger tool? :D
:rofl:
As to the saw I did think of it for this one but decided it would make the mod to thick. Besides I'm not obsessed with saws like Micky is. :P ;)
Post by: Neil on February 20, 2009, 04:21:56 PM
I need a body mod :D
Neil
To add more layers...or a bigger tool? :D
::) Definitely layer removal, for easier edc. :)
Neil
Post by: Benner on February 20, 2009, 05:24:36 PM
Great work mate. :)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 20, 2009, 06:09:27 PM
You say that like it's a bad thing :DI need a body mod :D
Neil
To add more layers...or a bigger tool? :D
:rofl:
As to the saw I did think of it for this one but decided it would make the mod to thick. Besides I'm not obsessed with saws like Micky is. :P ;)
Post by: Ben X on February 21, 2009, 03:51:21 AM
Post by: DaveK on February 23, 2009, 11:58:33 AM
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e10/DaveK-ToolPics/Forrester2.jpg)
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e10/DaveK-ToolPics/Forrester3.jpg)
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e10/DaveK-ToolPics/Forrester1.jpg)
Post by: Tinnie on February 23, 2009, 12:08:16 PM
Post by: Gareth on February 23, 2009, 12:22:37 PM
Post by: Neil on February 23, 2009, 02:15:48 PM
Were the curvy bits as much of a pain as I'd heard (I've never rescaled a 111mm)?
Neil
Post by: Benner on February 23, 2009, 03:10:07 PM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 23, 2009, 03:21:50 PM
Post by: Nikos on February 23, 2009, 06:14:41 PM
Post by: DaveK on February 23, 2009, 08:14:21 PM
Nicely done Dave, that's Wicked >:D ;)
Were the curvy bits as much of a pain as I'd heard (I've never rescaled a 111mm)?
Neil
Not too bad, but quite long winded. I Just sat with some very fine sandpaper and slowly sculpted it to "feel nice". It is not a quick process!
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 23, 2009, 10:15:49 PM
Post by: DaveK on February 24, 2009, 12:16:56 AM
Post by: Gareth on March 14, 2009, 01:54:07 PM
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m37/gareth_hunt/DSCF3581.jpg)
The second is a Scientist. There seems to have been a bit of a buzz about these SAKs recently so I decided to try one for myself. Some of you may remember that I had toyed with the idea before but ended up making a Yeoman instead. Well I can tell you that the Yeoman has seen a little pocket time but the Scientist is a great package. It hasn't left my pocket for the last few days and it is definitely becoming part of my EDC rotation, I can't recommend them enough.
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m37/gareth_hunt/DSCF3593.jpg)
Post by: Neil on March 14, 2009, 02:20:35 PM
Neil
Post by: Gareth on March 14, 2009, 02:26:21 PM
Nice new toys Gareth. You'll love carrying the Scientist and if you don't then you're weird :D
Neil
I have to admit that, at two layers, it's just much more pocket friendly than the Yeoman. Now that I have my Rambler I don't feel quite so compelled to carry a second pair of scissors.
Post by: Neil on March 14, 2009, 03:11:10 PM
Nice new toys Gareth. You'll love carrying the Scientist and if you don't then you're weird :D
Neil
I have to admit that, at two layers, it's just much more pocket friendly than the Yeoman. Now that I have my Rambler I don't feel quite so compelled to carry a second pair of scissors.
Now you just need a 74mm :D
Neil
Post by: Gareth on March 14, 2009, 03:46:35 PM
Nice new toys Gareth. You'll love carrying the Scientist and if you don't then you're weird :D
Neil
I have to admit that, at two layers, it's just much more pocket friendly than the Yeoman. Now that I have my Rambler I don't feel quite so compelled to carry a second pair of scissors.
Now you just need a 74mm :D
Neil
Funnily I don't have one. I've never been convinced about the lobster format in the bigger size. Unfair of me I suspect as I've never even held one that I can remember. :-[
Post by: Neil on March 14, 2009, 04:37:02 PM
Nice new toys Gareth. You'll love carrying the Scientist and if you don't then you're weird :D
Neil
I have to admit that, at two layers, it's just much more pocket friendly than the Yeoman. Now that I have my Rambler I don't feel quite so compelled to carry a second pair of scissors.
Now you just need a 74mm :D
Neil
Funnily I don't have one. I've never been convinced about the lobster format in the bigger size. Unfair of me I suspect as I've never even held one that I can remember. :-[
I have, :-[ one or two. I shall let you fondle them at the meet. They are a good size, still small enough to put on a keyring but not so small as to make use of the blade awkward.
Neil
Post by: cgk on March 14, 2009, 07:57:58 PM
Can't believe this had dropped to page two. :o Here are my latest couple. First is a Campers Special, basically a Camper with added chisel. The sole motivation behind this one was the fact I got caught wanting a saw while out for a walk in the woods (laugh it up Mike :P). It occurred to me that I didn't have the most standard of saw based SAKs; the Camper. So in truth I was just looking to make a Camper for myself and the only saw spring I had loose had room for the chisel. This happens to be the knife featured in my recent "how-to" guide.
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m37/gareth_hunt/DSCF3581.jpg)
The second is a Scientist. There seems to have been a bit of a buzz about these SAKs recently so I decided to try one for myself. Some of you may remember that I had toyed with the idea before but ended up making a Yeoman instead. Well I can tell you that the Yeoman has seen a little pocket time but the Scientist is a great package. It hasn't left my pocket for the last few days and it is definitely becoming part of my EDC rotation, I can't recommend them enough.
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m37/gareth_hunt/DSCF3593.jpg)
That Scientist looks like a great little knife. An awl instead of the corkscrew would be near perfect (Alox would make it a perfect little knife)
Post by: J-sews on March 15, 2009, 01:35:20 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/rednoseday.jpg)
Read more about it here: http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,9868.new.html#new
Post by: Gareth on March 15, 2009, 01:36:47 AM
Post by: J-sews on March 15, 2009, 01:38:37 AM
A new mission-specific mod from NKB: :D
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/rednoseday.jpg)
Read more about it here: http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,9868.new.html#new
One made for fans of beer and beans. :D
Indeed! :D
Post by: Neil on March 15, 2009, 01:39:12 AM
One made for fans of beer and beans. :D
Put like that, I may have to make one for myself :D
Neil
Post by: J-sews on March 15, 2009, 01:39:54 AM
One made for fans of beer and beans. :D
Put like that, I may have to make one for myself :D
Neil
So what are you naming this one Neil? :think:
Post by: Neil on March 15, 2009, 01:40:42 AM
One made for fans of beer and beans. :D
Put like that, I may have to make one for myself :D
Neil
So what are you naming this one Neil? :think:
Its the ....... ..... RED NOSE DAY 09 SAK :D
Neil
Post by: SAK Keyman on March 16, 2009, 07:53:48 PM
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So what are you naming this one Neil? :think:
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Alcoholic? :D
Post by: Flash on March 16, 2009, 07:55:39 PM
therefore I name it the "Beat you Mickyd" knifeless swiss army knife :P
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 16, 2009, 10:08:04 PM
As I won it I get "naming" rights.....Child ::) :D :D
therefore I name it the "Beat you Mickyd" knifeless swiss army knife :P
Still no one's going to out bid me on the Handwerker it seems :)
Post by: J-sews on March 17, 2009, 02:35:00 AM
As I won it I get "naming" rights.....Child ::) :D :D
therefore I name it the "Beat you Mickyd" knifeless swiss army knife :P
Still no one's going to out bid me on the Handwerker it seems :)
Maybe we're all waiting to snipe it at the last moment? >:D
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 17, 2009, 07:38:12 AM
Post by: Gareth on March 23, 2009, 01:35:11 PM
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m37/gareth_hunt/DSCF3619.jpg)
Hope you like it. :)
Post by: cgk on March 23, 2009, 01:41:26 PM
Post by: Gareth on March 23, 2009, 02:48:17 PM
Post by: Neil on March 23, 2009, 03:09:28 PM
Good work :tu:
Neil
Post by: Mr. Whippy on March 23, 2009, 03:43:10 PM
Master Mechanic is a great fit or Mechanic Plus. I love that knife. Quick question, does the file need to sit alone or could the small blade go opposite of it?
The trick is you need to use the main blade spring. It turns out that the main blade is thicker than the older style file by the width of a standard liner, almost exactly. I used the standard spacer on the small blade side, filing off the tooth at the top and then made a spacer for the file side by sacrificing an old Al liner.
Post by: Benner on March 23, 2009, 04:55:23 PM
Post by: sardauker on March 23, 2009, 06:02:40 PM
I used the empty space in one of the handles of the Swisstool to host a Firesteel with a reduced head.
The screw is flat enough to let the pliers fully close and don't bother too much when using the ruler, and little enough to let the blades and the file open and close without problem.
Post by: Neil on March 23, 2009, 06:04:40 PM
Nicely done :tu:
Neil
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 23, 2009, 07:19:09 PM
I don't even know if this is a mod, other than the lanyard holes :DVery cool idea that mate :tu:
I used the empty space in one of the handles of the Swisstool to host a Firesteel with a reduced head.
The screw is flat enough to let the pliers fully close and don't bother too much when using the ruler, and little enough to let the blades and the file open and close without problem.
Post by: Mr. Whippy on March 28, 2009, 05:16:15 PM
(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z231/bluebadger88/misc/cybertimer/cybertimer001.jpg)
I call it the Cybertimer
(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z231/bluebadger88/misc/cybertimer/cybertimer002.jpg)
As you can see, the timekeeper scales (thanks GG!!) require some modding of the outer liner, including a hole for the battery cover.
(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z231/bluebadger88/misc/cybertimer/cybertimer003.jpg)
(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z231/bluebadger88/misc/cybertimer/cybertimer004.jpg)
Cybertimer on top and donor Timekeeper on the bottom.
The only thing I lose is the tweezers, which is a no real loss for me (always have a small SAK on the keychain). But I really wanted the clock function.
Big shout out to Gadget Guy who generously gave me the Timerkeeper to use for organ donation.
Post by: Benner on March 28, 2009, 06:39:32 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 28, 2009, 07:05:02 PM
Post by: AndyTiedye on March 28, 2009, 08:19:41 PM
I think I feel a Timekeeper/Yeoman coming on.
Post by: Mr. Whippy on March 28, 2009, 08:37:14 PM
That's great! Is that hole in the outer liner the only change needed to fit the Timekeeper scales?
I think I feel a Timekeeper/Yeoman coming on.
There's also the stepped cutout by the hook. I used the dremel for the cutout. For the battery hole, I marked its general location, drilled a pilot hole and then drilled with a larger drill, not quite through (didn't want to punch into the liner next to it.) NB: I opened all the blades in the line of fire of the pilot drill (cap lifter, bit holder and awl) before drilling. I finished the hole off with a dremel as well.
Post by: Craig on March 28, 2009, 09:29:01 PM
Post by: Neil on March 28, 2009, 09:44:17 PM
If you still want the option of tweezers try pulling the back scale off and having a look to see if it has the cutout for additional tweezers at the opposite end to normal. Most modern plus scales have this. Just open the slot up to the outside world with a small file :tu:
Neil
Post by: Mr. Whippy on March 28, 2009, 10:32:02 PM
I gotta dig around for another red plus scale... :ahhh
Post by: Flash on March 28, 2009, 10:34:58 PM
That looks like a great mod. :salute:
Post by: DaveK on March 28, 2009, 11:26:27 PM
Post by: Poncho65 on March 29, 2009, 04:23:17 AM
Post by: Buzzbait on March 30, 2009, 09:21:49 PM
I'm the new guy, but hardly new to Swiss Army Knives. I thought I'd stop by and show off my latest SAK rescaling. The subject was my long time favorite outdoor SAK, the Victorinox Huntsman. I had done a Huntsman in white paper Micarta years ago, but always wished that I'd used green canvas Micarta. There's just something extremely cool about canvas Micarta. Wickedly tough stuff, and quite a challenge to work with. Well, I finally had some free time over the weekend, and made my dream come true. I did make the slot for the tweezers, but didn't bother with the toothpick, as I've never successfully used the toothpick. A fresh slice of green paracord adds the final touch.
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/SAK%20Huntsman/Picture055.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/SAK%20Huntsman/Picture056.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/SAK%20Huntsman/Picture061.jpg)
A couple of old rescaling projects from years ago, done in white paper Micarta and red linen Micarta:
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/micsak1.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/micsak2.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/micsak3.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/micsak4.jpg)
Post by: Benner on March 30, 2009, 09:33:50 PM
And welcome to the forum. :tu:
Post by: cgk on March 30, 2009, 09:34:57 PM
Post by: Gareth on March 30, 2009, 11:27:08 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 30, 2009, 11:29:23 PM
Post by: DaveK on March 30, 2009, 11:40:04 PM
Post by: Craig on March 30, 2009, 11:45:00 PM
Post by: Neil on March 30, 2009, 11:57:05 PM
I think you're going to fit in well round here :tu:
Neil
Post by: donvito on March 31, 2009, 07:56:06 AM
Post by: sardauker on March 31, 2009, 08:29:28 AM
Post by: sardauker on March 31, 2009, 10:09:15 AM
Not so nicely, though.
I had found two SAKs with badly chipped scales, but with good blades.
I made two mods, one for my GF and one for my mum. My GF likes turquoise, so I used some polymeric clay in turquoise and glow-in-the-dark to make two FAT -she liked so- scales. I cooked them in low-temperature on the knife to give them shape, then alone in higher temp. Refinished, laquered, put on the logo shield, laquered again. Now this SAK is somewhere in my girlfriend's purse.
Post by: sardauker on March 31, 2009, 10:10:05 AM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 31, 2009, 10:24:40 AM
The wonderful scale mod done by buzzbait remembers me I modded some scales too.In a very macho and manly way, I like the turquoise one too :)
Not so nicely, though.
I had found two SAKs with badly chipped scales, but with good blades.
I made two mods, one for my GF and one for my mum. My GF likes turquoise, so I used some polymeric clay in turquoise and glow-in-the-dark to make two FAT -she liked so- scales. I cooked them in low-temperature on the knife to give them shape, then alone in higher temp. Refinished, laquered, put on the logo shield, laquered again. Now this SAK is somewhere in my girlfriend's purse.
It's certainly striking :tu:
Post by: sardauker on March 31, 2009, 10:29:22 AM
In a very macho and manly way, I like the turquoise one too :)
Is there any other way? :D
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 31, 2009, 10:36:04 AM
Nope :D
In a very macho and manly way, I like the turquoise one too :)
Is there any other way? :D
Post by: Benner on March 31, 2009, 12:01:08 PM
Post by: sardauker on March 31, 2009, 12:36:25 PM
I really like more the white one.
Post by: Gareth on March 31, 2009, 01:19:13 PM
Post by: Craig on March 31, 2009, 09:04:11 PM
Post by: Neil on March 31, 2009, 09:15:14 PM
Neil
Post by: sardauker on March 31, 2009, 11:34:11 PM
Thank you all :)
Post by: Buzzbait on April 01, 2009, 04:19:32 PM
I still have to epoxy the scales, and do some minor fitting and buffing, but it's almost done. Here are some quick and dirty pics.
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/G10%20Hunstman/Picture074.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/G10%20Hunstman/Picture092.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/G10%20Hunstman/Picture098.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/G10%20Hunstman/Picture097.jpg)
Post by: sardauker on April 01, 2009, 04:23:59 PM
:tu:
Post by: Benner on April 01, 2009, 04:52:58 PM
Superb work on that toothpick! :tu:
Post by: nuphoria on April 01, 2009, 05:03:13 PM
I just ordered some macassar ebony from Rotokid for my first attempt - any tips on working that type of wood without messing it up?! I know it's hard and that the dust is no bleedin good for you, other than that I've only ever really worked with softwood.
Post by: Poncho65 on April 01, 2009, 11:10:06 PM
Post by: Mr. Whippy on April 02, 2009, 04:02:50 AM
The wonderful scale mod done by buzzbait remembers me I modded some scales too.
Not so nicely, though.
I had found two SAKs with badly chipped scales, but with good blades.
I made two mods, one for my GF and one for my mum. My GF likes turquoise, so I used some polymeric clay in turquoise and glow-in-the-dark to make two FAT -she liked so- scales. I cooked them in low-temperature on the knife to give them shape, then alone in higher temp. Refinished, laquered, put on the logo shield, laquered again. Now this SAK is somewhere in my girlfriend's purse.
Very nice. :tu:
There must be an Italian gene that leads to fantastic artistic ability. There can be no other explanation.
Post by: sardauker on April 02, 2009, 08:53:53 AM
Post by: Nikos on April 02, 2009, 10:34:40 AM
Great work dude.! :tu:
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on April 02, 2009, 07:01:18 PM
Thank you again, but I feel myself like having two left hands with eight thumbs each... You had to see my father's works on stone :/Well could you post some please :)
Post by: sardauker on April 03, 2009, 09:24:18 AM
Thank you again, but I feel myself like having two left hands with eight thumbs each... You had to see my father's works on stone :/Well could you post some please :)
they are not blade related :/
it would be OT, I suppose:)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on April 03, 2009, 07:34:32 PM
I like to look at craftmans work, whatever the material :)Thank you again, but I feel myself like having two left hands with eight thumbs each... You had to see my father's works on stone :/Well could you post some please :)
they are not blade related :/
it would be OT, I suppose:)
Post by: Ben X on April 13, 2009, 08:47:09 AM
(http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg241/importguy23/Engineer%20Golfer/0412092321.jpg)
And his Ben X custom mod, the Engineer Golfer:
(http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg241/importguy23/Engineer%20Golfer/0412092319.jpg)
(http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg241/importguy23/Engineer%20Golfer/0412092318.jpg)
(http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg241/importguy23/Engineer%20Golfer/0412092320.jpg)
I used the hook with the file, and so far he loves it!
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on April 13, 2009, 10:47:27 AM
Post by: Neil on April 13, 2009, 01:30:36 PM
Neil
Post by: Taninaree on April 14, 2009, 04:44:29 PM
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3383/3440726143_8d66f47d3f_o.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3310/3440720917_a7e8ae4faf_o.jpg)
Post by: Taninaree on April 14, 2009, 04:48:53 PM
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3374/3440716291_91ff390025_o.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3551/3412911849_aaf60bf819_o.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3332/3412911825_e45a7ce9e4_o.jpg)
Post by: Taninaree on April 14, 2009, 04:55:47 PM
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3651/3387405946_fb58aa00ab_o.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3543/3387405962_0dbfae8823_o.jpg)
Post by: Taninaree on April 14, 2009, 05:10:36 PM
Post by: Flash on April 14, 2009, 05:14:25 PM
PM incoming due to the above. :pok: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Seriously THEY look great. Well done old bean....they seem to glow with wooden loveliness.
(Can you tell I like wood?)
Post by: Gareth on April 14, 2009, 05:19:39 PM
Post by: Taninaree on April 14, 2009, 05:50:27 PM
Wow, what a way to arrive on the forum! great job sir. :tu:
Hi' I find some an idea for a new modify of my Victorinox , This place is very good forum , I got a lot of resource
thank you.
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3457/3366949959_6aac262385_o.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3310/3428161564_2b36ee5a39_o.jpg)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on April 14, 2009, 06:03:04 PM
And welcome to the forum :tu:
Post by: nuphoria on April 14, 2009, 06:17:36 PM
Post by: Taninaree on April 14, 2009, 06:32:36 PM
I think you just made yourself some friends mate! Lovely mods you have there :tu:
Hello'
Thank for see my hobby sir . I am very new mod of Victorinox just started not too long but I like to made
knife for a hobby . The last pic are my first job of Victorinox. I will beding now thank for all .
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3578/3355167149_3932dba61a_o.jpg)
Post by: Taninaree on April 14, 2009, 06:36:25 PM
Beautiful work there mate :drool:
And welcome to the forum :tu:
Thank you Sir.
:sak: :tu:
Post by: sardauker on April 14, 2009, 06:46:37 PM
Wooden scales.....I am in LOVE. :s
You stole my words.
Post by: DaveK on April 14, 2009, 07:10:28 PM
Post by: Neil on April 14, 2009, 08:53:53 PM
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3357/3340341035_3cb8125774_o.jpg)
Very well done. I like that you've included the slots for the toothpick and tweezers :tu:
Neil
Post by: Benner on April 15, 2009, 12:07:52 AM
Post by: Taninaree on April 15, 2009, 05:49:39 AM
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(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3412/3443528982_82ddb2e8fb_o.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3337/3443528976_0d5529ce76_o.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3615/3443528972_f063d4414f_o.jpg)
Post by: Taninaree on April 15, 2009, 05:55:30 AM
PHUM_MAKHA Wooden....
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3618/3442752713_e8d4882a2e_o.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3305/3442752693_b798a38c4f_o.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3337/3442752689_ffa51e483c_o.jpg)
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on April 15, 2009, 06:02:26 AM
Post by: Taninaree on April 15, 2009, 06:03:40 AM
more....
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3640/3442752691_ba20f03642_o.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3661/3403915391_3082324d56_o.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3612/3403915397_dccfc7fb6a_o.jpg)
Post by: Taninaree on April 15, 2009, 06:08:30 AM
Very nice work and great photography (http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/2803/thumbup6ly.gif)
Your welcome , I get some idea form you to much before I done . Thank you. :climber:
Post by: duckman1975 on April 15, 2009, 08:56:17 AM
Post by: Neil on April 15, 2009, 02:23:28 PM
I did a little experiment covering a scale with copper foil at the weekend. That didn't work well :( I just couldn't get it to look good at either end.
Neil
Post by: Taninaree on April 15, 2009, 03:14:13 PM
I tried to use the PCB because in my local don't have shop for supplied a micata or etc. The thickness of PCB
as I have to used about 1.2 mm Grass epoxy type , I need for thickness more than 3 mm so , I have fixed it's 3 layer
by epoxy glue and clamp by Vise-Grip below pic for more advise. tks...
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3647/3443935027_a2e9afd4e7_o.jpg)
Then cut it's off by saw (very easy..)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3322/3443935031_49277a06b8_o.jpg)
ready to use..
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3564/3443935033_70d0f0f8a2_o.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on April 15, 2009, 03:45:55 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on April 16, 2009, 03:07:40 AM
Post by: Gareth on April 20, 2009, 05:08:20 PM
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m37/gareth_hunt/DSCF3686.jpg)
Post by: Benner on April 20, 2009, 05:53:45 PM
Post by: Gareth on April 20, 2009, 06:12:08 PM
It is a gorgeous SAK that one. :drool:
Still can't open a bottle of wine with it though can I. ::)
Post by: Benner on April 20, 2009, 06:13:00 PM
It is a gorgeous SAK that one. :drool:
Still can't open a bottle of wine with it though can I. ::)
After seeing you on wine that is probably a good thing! :D
Only joking. :P
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on April 20, 2009, 06:30:39 PM
That's what the Awl's for :DIt is a gorgeous SAK that one. :drool:
Still can't open a bottle of wine with it though can I. ::)
Post by: nuphoria on April 20, 2009, 08:28:21 PM
That's what the Awl's for :DIt is a gorgeous SAK that one. :drool:
Still can't open a bottle of wine with it though can I. ::)
Hey, I'll trade it for a corkscrew any time you like mate :D
Post by: Neil on April 21, 2009, 12:17:02 PM
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/DavesClimberMod.jpg)
Not your ordinary climber, no sir 8)
Neil
Post by: Gareth on April 21, 2009, 12:19:45 PM
Post by: sardauker on April 21, 2009, 12:35:40 PM
Post by: Benner on April 21, 2009, 02:04:51 PM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on April 21, 2009, 03:24:54 PM
Look at this beaut DaveK made for me :salute:
Very nice, well done DaveK (http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/2803/thumbup6ly.gif)
Post by: scibeer on April 21, 2009, 04:30:47 PM
Post by: nuphoria on April 21, 2009, 05:14:52 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on April 21, 2009, 06:05:16 PM
Post by: Neil on April 21, 2009, 06:10:28 PM
Neil
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on April 21, 2009, 06:12:45 PM
::) You can't trust him with anything :DTeach me to clean my nails while gawping at that Michelle from Corrie won't it ::)
Neil
Post by: Neil on April 21, 2009, 06:16:55 PM
* for watching Corrie
Neil
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on April 21, 2009, 06:21:14 PM
:pok: Serves you right then* :)Hey it's the only soap I watch, and besides, even the Dwarf boys paid the street a visit :P
* for watching Corrie
Neil
Post by: nuphoria on April 21, 2009, 08:33:33 PM
Everyone has their dirty little secrets I guess >:D
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on April 21, 2009, 09:28:42 PM
::) You can't trust him with anything :D
Neil
He has to wear a safety helmet and goggles when he eats with a fork... ::)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on April 21, 2009, 10:26:25 PM
I just can't picture you sitting in front of the TV watching a soap at all! :think:Well it's an ex's fault ::)
Everyone has their dirty little secrets I guess >:D
I'd never seen it before, and hated soaps on principle. But then I used to have to sit there and watch it before we went out clubbing/pub-ing it, and I kind of got hooked :D
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on April 21, 2009, 10:27:33 PM
I paid Ryan and Ben not to take pictures of me eatting, so I guess one of them squealed on me >:(::) You can't trust him with anything :D
Neil
He has to wear a safety helmet and goggles when he eats with a fork... ::)
Post by: DaveK on April 21, 2009, 10:28:50 PM
Look at this beaut DaveK made for me :salute:
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/DavesClimberMod.jpg)
Not your ordinary climber, no sir 8)
Neil
I just love the grain on those scales - I should have kept them for myself :D
I haven't actually looked at the one I got actually, what's the betting it's the worst?
Post by: DaveK on April 21, 2009, 10:34:57 PM
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e10/DaveK-ToolPics/meetsak.jpg)
That'll do nicely :tu:
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on April 21, 2009, 11:43:45 PM
Post by: DaveK on April 22, 2009, 10:33:19 PM
Post by: nuphoria on April 22, 2009, 11:39:50 PM
It's all Oak.
And it's all good :)
Post by: worrapong on April 29, 2009, 04:40:31 PM
Here are my job and you can comment or if you have question about Mod' pls let me maybe I can help.
:salute:
(http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv88/oodkob/2c81b62a779eeb37efa3971ad73556781.jpg)
(http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv88/oodkob/a73c6968a3a785c358260a5924c8d1eb1.jpg)
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(http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv88/oodkob/5fc8a66c04622a764f4c4d3a37cb374f1.jpg)
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(http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv88/oodkob/70e306b49c297f83f1f96718f19411981.jpg)
(http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv88/oodkob/e6da13be2aacde958c15ffa59b8da4d61.jpg)
(http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv88/oodkob/46c21d3a03a147c2c5782d7f655654851.jpg)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on April 29, 2009, 04:41:59 PM
And that wood work is gorgeous :drool:
Post by: Gareth on April 29, 2009, 04:44:08 PM
Post by: sardauker on April 29, 2009, 05:13:43 PM
Post by: Neil on April 29, 2009, 05:30:59 PM
And welcome to the forum :cheers:
Neil
Post by: nuphoria on April 29, 2009, 10:33:39 PM
Post by: Hedge Kid on April 29, 2009, 11:42:05 PM
Post by: Craig on April 29, 2009, 11:51:26 PM
Welcome aboard :)
Post by: nuphoria on April 29, 2009, 11:54:34 PM
Ladles and jellyspoons, I present the "Nitecarver"
It's an all wood butchering tool with cocobolo scales. ALL the bits came from Neil (you rock), and I managed to bodge together my idea out of it. I managed to salvage a broken tipped small blade and turn it in to something more whittley and regrind the chisel and awl which were both knackered. The scales have been sanded down to 1500 wet & dry so they are really smooth and shiny. The one with the glow dot was not exactly planned - I drilled through the bloody scale on my first hole :o After calming down and getting the rest right I decided to fill it with some glow powder set in epoxy from a keyring I have. And lo, the Nitecarver was born :angel:
Now for some thread hogging pics....
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3656/3486475057_1699e71c6b.jpg?v=0)
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I'm quite proud of the little thing for a first attempt :) Happy for any input on possible improvements and ideas for Mod #2.
Post by: Gareth on April 29, 2009, 11:57:14 PM
Post by: sardauker on April 29, 2009, 11:58:46 PM
Post by: Roadie on April 30, 2009, 12:00:46 AM
OK, I did it... my first mod :D
Ladles and jellyspoons, I present the "Nitecarver"
I'm quite proud of the little thing for a first attempt :) Happy for any input on possible improvements and ideas for Mod #2.
Meh not bad .......*goes off grumbling about how he never makes stuff that nice and wishes he had above tool* *grumble grumble*
Really nice work you should be proud :tu: 8)
Post by: Hedge Kid on April 30, 2009, 12:01:23 AM
The glow dot is amazingly bright as well.
You could have cleaned that thumb smudge off the blade in that last picture tho! Tsk!
Well done Nuph :)
Post by: Benner on April 30, 2009, 12:21:44 AM
Post by: nuphoria on April 30, 2009, 12:29:40 AM
Post by: Neil on April 30, 2009, 12:34:10 AM
Cheers peeps :) ....it could do with a bit more polishing on the metal parts but I'm not sure what to do it with. Past 1500 grit, does Brasso do the job or do I need something else to work really fine scratches out with?
Past 1500 I find wet and dry useless (tried 2000 and it just turned to sludge), its time to hit the metal polishes /rubbing compounds/toothpaste :)
Top job by the way, love the scales. Can't believe that's your first!
Neil
Post by: nuphoria on April 30, 2009, 12:35:14 AM
OK, polishing compounds... recommend anything in particular?
Post by: Neil on April 30, 2009, 12:46:01 AM
Hey, I learned from the best ;)
OK, polishing compounds... recommend anything in particular?
You've met Spork :think: Well I guess that explains the fear of chickens :-\
I like a nice generic car paint rubbing compound (yellow tube in Halfords) followed by Brasso. If you're not bored silly with rubbing after that you can then move onto high quality car polish though I only really use that on plastics. To make it all less laborious blunt the blade edge first and then rub away whilst watching a film or the like.
Neil
Post by: nuphoria on April 30, 2009, 12:58:23 AM
Hey, I learned from the best ;)
OK, polishing compounds... recommend anything in particular?
You've met Spork :think: Well I guess that explains the fear of chickens :-\
I like a nice generic car paint rubbing compound (yellow tube in Halfords) followed by Brasso. If you're not bored silly with rubbing after that you can then move onto high quality car polish though I only really use that on plastics. To make it all less laborious blunt the blade edge first and then rub away whilst watching a film or the like.
Neil
Cheers, I shall go pick some up tomorrow... the perfectionist in me won't let it lie!
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on April 30, 2009, 01:14:22 AM
(http://fc02.deviantart.com/fs5/i/2005/128/f/c/Chicken_by_Pixeltainment.gif) (http://fc09.deviantart.com/fs9/f/2006/342/1/e/Lil___Chicken_Smiley_by_Wyandotte.gif) (http://fc02.deviantart.com/fs41/f/2009/052/e/b/Yay_Chickens_by_Moonflightspark.gif)
Post by: nuphoria on April 30, 2009, 01:21:35 AM
Post by: DaveK on April 30, 2009, 01:25:13 AM
Hey nuphy - well done, an excellent first mod that - it looks great :tu:
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on April 30, 2009, 01:44:35 AM
Maybe we could paint your chickens with some glow powder, turn the lights out and make a loud noise :D
Neil tried rubbing my chickens once...they were shiny for weeks (http://fc06.deviantart.com/fs11/i/2006/242/4/0/_chickencatcher__by_CrimiClown.gif)
Post by: worrapong on April 30, 2009, 04:34:55 AM
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Post by: worrapong on April 30, 2009, 04:44:02 AM
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Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on April 30, 2009, 07:33:20 AM
Really good, and your first go too :o
Post by: sardauker on April 30, 2009, 08:00:45 AM
Post by: Gareth on April 30, 2009, 09:51:42 AM
Post by: Neil on April 30, 2009, 10:31:19 AM
Neil
Post by: Gareth on April 30, 2009, 10:38:26 AM
I'm getting wetter than an opal fruit reading this thread :ahhh :drool:
Neil
Eeeeewww... :ahhh
Post by: nuphoria on April 30, 2009, 12:18:02 PM
I'm getting wetter than an opal fruit reading this thread :ahhh :drool:
Neil
Eeeeewww... :ahhh
Haha... oh my... and I was always told that the way to a man's heart was through his stomach - WRONG!! :D
Post by: Neil on April 30, 2009, 12:19:28 PM
I'm getting wetter than an opal fruit reading this thread :ahhh :drool:
Neil
Eeeeewww... :ahhh
Haha... oh my... and I was always told that the way to a man's heart was through his stomach - WRONG!! :D
You know the tune... "Super SAK mods, made to make your mouth water" :D
Neil
Post by: nuphoria on April 30, 2009, 12:56:41 PM
These newbies are pretty talented! Think they've done it before?! ;)
Post by: worrapong on April 30, 2009, 01:03:08 PM
That's lovely, is it some kind of burl? :)Correct, we call " Maka" in Thai and you can find this word "Afzelia xylocarpa" as science name.
Post by: nuphoria on April 30, 2009, 01:04:19 PM
That's lovely, is it some kind of burl? :)Correct, we call " Maka" in Thai and you can find this word "Afzelia xylocarpa" as science name.
Thank you Worrapong, and thanks for sharing your beautiful knives with us :D
Post by: worrapong on April 30, 2009, 01:13:10 PM
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Post by: worrapong on April 30, 2009, 01:17:11 PM
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Post by: worrapong on April 30, 2009, 01:21:44 PM
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Post by: nuphoria on April 30, 2009, 01:23:38 PM
Post by: worrapong on April 30, 2009, 01:46:45 PM
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Post by: worrapong on April 30, 2009, 01:49:53 PM
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Post by: worrapong on April 30, 2009, 02:28:38 PM
Wow! You really have made some excellent mods mate :tu:thanks and I have made for my friend when they interest it. :D
(http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv88/oodkob/6.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on April 30, 2009, 02:57:14 PM
Post by: nuphoria on April 30, 2009, 04:14:00 PM
Post by: Benner on April 30, 2009, 05:15:25 PM
Got to be some of the best examples I have seen.
Post by: Flash on April 30, 2009, 05:19:05 PM
Marry me :drool:
Post by: nuphoria on April 30, 2009, 06:20:19 PM
worrapong....man or woman.....I don't care.....
Marry me :drool:
Wooden scale whore :P
Post by: Flash on April 30, 2009, 06:21:36 PM
worrapong....man or woman.....I don't care.....
Marry me :drool:
Wooden scale whore :P
Thats me :salute:
Post by: Taninaree on May 01, 2009, 05:15:58 AM
worrapong....man or woman.....I don't care.....
Marry me :drool:
:D :D :D :D :D
Post by: Flash on May 01, 2009, 06:26:39 PM
worrapong....man or woman.....I don't care.....
Marry me :drool:
:D :D :D :D :D
OK you marry me....your stuff is great too :D
Post by: Ben X on May 01, 2009, 09:35:01 PM
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Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on May 01, 2009, 10:25:09 PM
Post by: Ben X on May 01, 2009, 10:44:49 PM
Post by: Gareth on May 02, 2009, 09:12:35 AM
Post by: Neil on May 02, 2009, 11:12:32 AM
Thanks :D It is way too lacking in features for me, I know, stone the heretic, but I'd take a Tinker or Sportsman over this thing haha. Some people have an inexplicable fatal attraction to that magnifier though :pok:
:ahhh Everyone loves the Scientist... don't they :( Well at least you gave it a try :)
Neil
Post by: Ben X on May 02, 2009, 07:03:23 PM
Post by: Gareth on May 06, 2009, 12:35:50 PM
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m37/gareth_hunt/DSCF3765.jpg)
Post by: Neil on May 06, 2009, 01:26:40 PM
Fortunately you have a parcel heading your way anyways, I'll see if I can pad it out a bit.
Neil
Post by: Gareth on May 06, 2009, 01:30:38 PM
Nothing against it Gareth but my first thought was, Gareth needs some more spare parts ;)
Fortunately you have a parcel heading your way anyways, I'll see if I can pad it out a bit.
Neil
TBH it's just the 84mm stuff I'm out off, and I'm not sure there is much more I can do with that size. Unless you have some spare 84mm scissors and saws lying about? ;)
Post by: Neil on May 06, 2009, 02:06:07 PM
Dug out an 84mm Tinker this morning that you can salvage the back phillips from if that's any use to you?
Neil
Post by: Nikos on May 06, 2009, 02:07:31 PM
Post by: Gareth on May 06, 2009, 02:19:40 PM
I'll look through my pile of spare ::) 84mm scissors shall I :P
Dug out an 84mm Tinker this morning that you can salvage the back phillips from if that's any use to you?
Neil
Thanks but I won't. Between the Tinker, Apprentice and the Electrician I've got coming I'm not sure there is much I could do with it that I don't have already.
Post by: Gareth on May 06, 2009, 02:55:09 PM
This is probably a FAQ but hey: can't parts from Wenger 84mm models be used on Vics? :think:
I've never tried personally but I suspect not easily. First major difference is that Wenger uses a 2.5mm pivot where the Vic are 2.2mm, so you would get some play. Secondly you might find some trouble getting the tools to sit well on the Vic backsprings.
Post by: Ben X on May 08, 2009, 09:44:45 AM
Post by: Tinnie on May 08, 2009, 10:41:14 AM
I still have a few more scales from NKB and others :)
Seriously...don't :)
(http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/7535/dsc02207v.jpg)
This one is heading off the Mat for his refurbished Swiss Champ :)
(http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/1903/dsc02208t.jpg)
Sometime it gets sucky, but luckily you got your multitool with you :) [Comes from military slang - Embrace the Suck]
(http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/6238/dsc02209koo.jpg)
C'mon, I dare ya ;)
(http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/1217/dsc02210v.jpg)
Don't get Alox...express it :D
(http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/3479/dsc02211ojf.jpg)
I have a couple more I'll show you once I finish uploading :)
Post by: Neil on May 08, 2009, 10:48:14 AM
Have you tried any bitmap artwork yet or just text? How many scales got destroyed 'till you got the settings right ;)
Neil
Post by: Tinnie on May 08, 2009, 10:53:58 AM
(http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/673/dsc02212v.jpg)
Multi-what??? (actually the picture worked far better than I thought it would ::))
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Post by: Tinnie on May 08, 2009, 10:57:14 AM
That's worked really well :tu:
Have you tried any bitmap artwork yet or just text? How many scales got destroyed 'till you got the settings right ;)
Neil
Just posted some mate...Nope none wasted...yet :D
Post by: Neil on May 08, 2009, 11:41:04 AM
Neil
Post by: sardauker on May 08, 2009, 11:44:52 AM
I don't like them.
I don't like them.
I don't like them.
I don't like them.
I don't like them.
oh, f***. I WANT THEM ALL :/ :gimme:
Post by: Gareth on May 08, 2009, 11:59:06 AM
Post by: Tinnie on May 08, 2009, 12:27:39 PM
Cool. I need Don't Panic! on the back and (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_bitmapbabelfish.gif) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=bitmapbabelfish.gif) on the front. Then I can fill with enamel paint.... you get eh idea :D
Neil
To easy mate!
I'll make you one when I get some more time on the machine :)
I only have Black pairs so will that do? :D
BTW
If you guys want some of these...drop me a PM and I'll see what I can do :)
Post by: Neil on May 08, 2009, 12:29:05 PM
Cheers guys!Cool. I need Don't Panic! on the back and (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_bitmapbabelfish.gif) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=bitmapbabelfish.gif) on the front. Then I can fill with enamel paint.... you get eh idea :D
Neil
To easy mate!
I'll make you one when I get some more time on the machine :)
I only have Black pairs so will that do? :D
BTW
If you guys want some of these...drop me a PM and I'll see what I can do :)
That would be perfect :D PM incoming.
Neil
Post by: Tinnie on May 08, 2009, 12:52:33 PM
Cheers guys!Cool. I need Don't Panic! on the back and (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_bitmapbabelfish.gif) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=bitmapbabelfish.gif) on the front. Then I can fill with enamel paint.... you get eh idea :D
Neil
To easy mate!
I'll make you one when I get some more time on the machine :)
I only have Black pairs so will that do? :D
BTW
If you guys want some of these...drop me a PM and I'll see what I can do :)
That would be perfect :D PM incoming.
Neil
Replied :D
BTW any ideas of where I can get really high grit sandpaper and good plastic polish :D
Post by: nuphoria on May 08, 2009, 03:15:58 PM
Those scales are fab... love the babel fish idea ;)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on May 08, 2009, 07:22:27 PM
Getting picked on by the cops :police: (good for the pommies >:D)Group buy fellas ??? :D
(http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/673/dsc02212v.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on May 08, 2009, 08:15:18 PM
Post by: Benner on May 08, 2009, 08:20:39 PM
Post by: Nightshade on May 09, 2009, 02:55:46 AM
Post by: MultiMat on May 09, 2009, 05:11:04 AM
Here ya go...laser engraving project :)
I still have a few more scales from NKB and others :)
Seriously...don't :)
(http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/7535/dsc02207v.jpg)
This one is heading off the Mat for his refurbished Swiss Champ :)
(http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/1903/dsc02208t.jpg)
Sometime it gets sucky, but luckily you got your multitool with you :) [Comes from military slang - Embrace the Suck]
(http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/6238/dsc02209koo.jpg)
C'mon, I dare ya ;)
(http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/1217/dsc02210v.jpg)
Don't get Alox...express it :D
(http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/3479/dsc02211ojf.jpg)
I have a couple more I'll show you once I finish uploading :)
Man Tinny I almost missed the pics mate. You need a post of your own for that great work. As in my PM's thanks very much cobber :salute: :cheers: :D
Post by: Flash on May 10, 2009, 12:54:20 PM
Getting picked on by the cops :police: (good for the pommies >:D)Group buy fellas ??? :D
(http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/673/dsc02212v.jpg)
Instead of "Suckers" How about "I'm legal. Kind hearted Police Officer"? :pok: :police: ;)
Seriously good work though :salute:
Post by: Tinnie on May 10, 2009, 01:02:05 PM
Getting picked on by the cops :police: (good for the pommies >:D)Group buy fellas ??? :D
(http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/673/dsc02212v.jpg)
Instead of "Suckers" How about "I'm legal. Kind hearted Police Officer"? :pok: :police: ;)
Seriously good work though :salute:
Thanks mate :tu:
Post by: Mike 56 on May 10, 2009, 04:08:28 PM
Mike
Post by: Tinnie on May 10, 2009, 10:27:21 PM
I like them they turned out great. I like the multitool.org the best.
Mike
You can buy on if you like ;)
Post by: Tinnie on May 14, 2009, 12:51:15 PM
Turned out terrific for me...good detail as well :tu:
(http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/3751/dsc02220o.jpg)
(http://img17.imageshack.us/img17/7381/dsc02221r.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on May 14, 2009, 12:52:14 PM
Post by: Neil on May 14, 2009, 01:07:55 PM
Neil
Post by: Tinnie on May 14, 2009, 01:12:04 PM
That worked really well didn't it? :o Great work Tinnie. :salute:
Cheers mate :cheers:
Mine! :D
Neil
Hope you don't screw it up, whatever your doing with it :twak: :D :D :D :D :D
Post by: Neil on May 14, 2009, 01:12:45 PM
That worked really well didn't it? :o Great work Tinnie. :salute:
Cheers mate :cheers:Mine! :D
Neil
Hope you don't screw it up, whatever your doing with it :twak: :D :D :D :D :D
That makes two of us :ahhh :D
Neil
Post by: Tinnie on May 14, 2009, 01:15:43 PM
That worked really well didn't it? :o Great work Tinnie. :salute:
Cheers mate :cheers:Mine! :D
Neil
Hope you don't screw it up, whatever your doing with it :twak: :D :D :D :D :D
That makes two of us :ahhh :D
Neil
:D
BTW it won't be yours since I don't have your address :D :D
Post by: Neil on May 14, 2009, 01:18:56 PM
That worked really well didn't it? :o Great work Tinnie. :salute:
Cheers mate :cheers:Mine! :D
Neil
Hope you don't screw it up, whatever your doing with it :twak: :D :D :D :D :D
That makes two of us :ahhh :D
Neil
:D
BTW it won't be yours since I don't have your address :D :D
:oops: incoming.
Neil
Post by: MultiMat on May 14, 2009, 04:48:10 PM
Some pictures of what I did for NKB :)
Turned out terrific for me...good detail as well :tu:
(http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/3751/dsc02220o.jpg)
(http://img17.imageshack.us/img17/7381/dsc02221r.jpg)
Great work man of Tin 8) 8) 8) :salute: :tu: :tu: :D :D :D :D
Post by: Nightshade on May 14, 2009, 07:20:04 PM
Some pictures of what I did for NKB :)
Turned out terrific for me...good detail as well :tu:
(http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/3751/dsc02220o.jpg)
(http://img17.imageshack.us/img17/7381/dsc02221r.jpg)
Tin, that is the work of a hoopy frood who really knows where his towel is. :D :D :D
Nice work!!!!!!
Post by: nuphoria on May 14, 2009, 08:17:45 PM
They look fabulous :tu:
Post by: skydan on May 15, 2009, 12:03:27 PM
Some pictures of what I did for NKB :)How cool are they! Ditto Hoopy Frood remark ;)
Turned out terrific for me...good detail as well :tu:
(http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/3751/dsc02220o.jpg)
(http://img17.imageshack.us/img17/7381/dsc02221r.jpg)
Post by: Craig on May 16, 2009, 12:49:06 AM
Some pictures of what I did for NKB :)
Turned out terrific for me...good detail as well :tu:
(http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/3751/dsc02220o.jpg)
(http://img17.imageshack.us/img17/7381/dsc02221r.jpg)
Smashing job :tu: :tu:
Post by: Gareth on May 20, 2009, 12:58:05 PM
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/DSCF0530.jpg)
Post by: Neil on May 20, 2009, 01:12:01 PM
Plenty of blade redundancy ;) What about putting a different tool/blade in place of the normal one on the Rambler? Though I suppose if you go places with just the Rambler that wouldn't work so well. :think:
Post by: Gareth on May 20, 2009, 03:04:56 PM
That's a good combination Gareth :tu:
Plenty of blade redundancy ;) What about putting a different tool/blade in place of the normal one on the Rambler? Though I suppose if you go places with just the Rambler that wouldn't work so well. :think:
Actually that's a nice thought. This is where I have to admit that I've never modded a 58mm (and only have three) so I have no idea what would work in place of the blade.
Post by: Neil on May 20, 2009, 03:16:42 PM
That's a good combination Gareth :tu:
Plenty of blade redundancy ;) What about putting a different tool/blade in place of the normal one on the Rambler? Though I suppose if you go places with just the Rambler that wouldn't work so well. :think:
Actually that's a nice thought. This is where I have to admit that I've never modded a 58mm (and only have three) so I have no idea what would work in place of the blade.
Emergency blade, ruler, cuticle pusher, peeler/plucker.
Here's a rough beta version of a bladeless Rambler...
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/bladeless-rambler-2.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on May 20, 2009, 03:23:58 PM
You could of course ditch the small blade on the larger SAK instead; throw a combi tool on there and you get even more tools :)
Post by: Gareth on May 20, 2009, 03:28:29 PM
Nice combo Gareth :tu:
You could of course ditch the small blade on the larger SAK instead; throw a combi tool on there and you get even more tools :)
It did occur to me but I didn't do it for two reasons. A) the little combo tool on the Rambler does most things anyway. B) I didn't have a spare combo tool for the 91mm. :cry: :D
Post by: Neil on May 20, 2009, 03:30:05 PM
Nice combo Gareth :tu:
You could of course ditch the small blade on the larger SAK instead; throw a combi tool on there and you get even more tools :)
True but then we'd have to sing the Lumberjack song to him in the club style.
What >:( :D
Post by: nuphoria on May 20, 2009, 03:47:45 PM
Nice combo Gareth :tu:
You could of course ditch the small blade on the larger SAK instead; throw a combi tool on there and you get even more tools :)
True but then we'd have to sing the Lumberjack song to him in the club style.
What >:( :D
Club? Nooo, surely it would be best yodelled.
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on May 20, 2009, 06:52:00 PM
I've put a combo tool in too, but then I'm a survivalist nutjob :D
Post by: Neil on May 20, 2009, 09:03:14 PM
Club? Nooo, surely it would be best yodelled.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXJmPttNHio
Such raw talent.
Post by: Gareth on May 21, 2009, 12:51:43 AM
Post by: Neil on May 21, 2009, 12:55:58 AM
Raw, that's just the word. Raw. Like an exposed tooth nerve is "raw", or having skin removed is "raw". Can you tell I'm not a huge fan? :angel:
:cry: But its the only style I can sing in :D
Post by: BIG-TARGET on May 21, 2009, 03:26:20 AM
Getting picked on by the cops :police: (good for the pommies >:D)How much??
(http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/673/dsc02212v.jpg)
Multi-what??? (actually the picture worked far better than I thought it would ::))
(http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/6087/dsc02213d.jpg)
Post by: Tinnie on May 21, 2009, 08:43:35 AM
Post by: Neil on May 21, 2009, 03:20:03 PM
Now on the other side of the planet :D
Post by: Gareth on May 21, 2009, 04:04:05 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on May 21, 2009, 05:53:17 PM
Post by: nuphoria on May 21, 2009, 08:26:29 PM
Post by: Flash on May 21, 2009, 08:29:49 PM
Really cool.... makes me all nostalgic of my teenage reading material :)
You DON'T want to SEE a scale incorporating MY teenage reading material >:D ;) :ahhh
Post by: Gareth on May 21, 2009, 08:33:22 PM
Really cool.... makes me all nostalgic of my teenage reading material :)
You DON'T want to SEE a scale incorporating MY teenage reading material >:D ;) :ahhh
Really? I think we might you know. >:D :D
Post by: nuphoria on May 21, 2009, 09:41:13 PM
Really cool.... makes me all nostalgic of my teenage reading material :)
You DON'T want to SEE a scale incorporating MY teenage reading material >:D ;) :ahhh
Really? I think we might you know. >:D :D
Yes, I think you should share :D
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on May 21, 2009, 10:01:53 PM
Out with it Nick :pok: :pok:Really cool.... makes me all nostalgic of my teenage reading material :)
You DON'T want to SEE a scale incorporating MY teenage reading material >:D ;) :ahhh
Really? I think we might you know. >:D :D
Yes, I think you should share :D
Post by: Neil on May 21, 2009, 11:22:00 PM
:oops: I'm sorry I really tried hard not to type that. :twak: bad fingers bad!
Post by: Nikos on May 21, 2009, 11:28:30 PM
Post by: Neil on May 21, 2009, 11:32:07 PM
We're still after scales with Nick's teenage reading material imprinted, right... ::) :D
:angel: Maybe (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/smileys/paranoid.gif)
Post by: nuphoria on May 21, 2009, 11:35:27 PM
Now then, scales.... or better still, more mods. Who's holding out on us? :D
Post by: MultiMat on May 22, 2009, 01:24:28 AM
Might need a Swissgrip's scale(s)(lots of puns about gripping now :o :D)
Post by: Nikos on May 22, 2009, 01:38:59 AM
Post by: Tinnie on May 22, 2009, 04:19:39 AM
BTW we ARE still waiting for some pics of scales with engraved rulers... :pok:
Patient little one :P
Post by: Buzzbait on May 23, 2009, 03:33:42 AM
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/Victorinox%20Swiss%20Champ/notch1.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/Victorinox%20Swiss%20Champ/notch2.jpg)
Post by: Tinnie on May 23, 2009, 07:28:22 AM
This probably belongs in this thread. The sharpened wire stripper:
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/Victorinox%20Swiss%20Champ/notch1.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/Victorinox%20Swiss%20Champ/notch2.jpg)
tested it yet?
what tool did you use? dremel?
is it better than the original :P :D
Post by: cliosguy on May 23, 2009, 07:35:31 AM
wait, hi did.....( :twak: cliosguy)
Post by: Tinnie on May 23, 2009, 09:58:10 AM
Only 2 left, originally had 5 of them :D
(http://img196.imageshack.us/img196/9751/dsc02232j.jpg)
Phone camera...but you get the idea :)
Post by: Gareth on May 23, 2009, 11:27:49 AM
Post by: nuphoria on May 23, 2009, 12:45:22 PM
I think the ruler on the scales is an inspired idea - close ups please? :D
Post by: Tinnie on May 23, 2009, 12:50:36 PM
I think the ruler on the scales is an inspired idea - close ups please? :D
Sure thing :)
(http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/9546/dsc02225b.jpg)
Post by: Neil on May 23, 2009, 01:21:34 PM
I think the ruler on the scales is an inspired idea - close ups please? :D
Sure thing :)
(http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/9546/dsc02225b.jpg)
Do you reckon you could do mm markings as well? We know the laser is up to the resolution.
Post by: Gareth on May 23, 2009, 02:46:12 PM
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/dp1.jpg)
Now on the other side of the planet :D
Just wondering what SAK you are planning on putting these scales on?
Post by: Nikos on May 23, 2009, 02:49:44 PM
Post by: Gareth on May 23, 2009, 02:53:08 PM
The "Hitchhiker" I presume... :D
:rofl: It's even a good name for a SAK. :D
Post by: nuphoria on May 23, 2009, 03:17:31 PM
The "Hitchhiker" I presume... :D
:rofl: It's even a good name for a SAK. :D
Great name! Take a Hiker and add a.... umm, hitch to it :D
Post by: cliosguy on May 23, 2009, 07:19:02 PM
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/dp1.jpg)
Now on the other side of the planet :D
cool :tu:
Post by: BIG-TARGET on May 23, 2009, 11:20:33 PM
Wow, the detail on the babal fish really came out well. :o
But did he get written Vogon approval for it??
Post by: Gareth on May 24, 2009, 12:31:41 AM
Wow, the detail on the babal fish really came out well. :o
But did he get written Vogon approval for it??
Just so long as he doesn't start reading poetry to us...
Post by: Buzzbait on May 24, 2009, 03:21:41 AM
tested it yet?
what tool did you use? dremel?
is it better than the original :P :D
Much better than the original. I tested it last night, using various gauges of solid core wire. It works surprisingly well.
Yes, I used a Dremel. A buddy of mine, who used to work at an armory, game me these specialized tiny grinding bits. The job took no time at all with the proper bit.
Post by: Benner on May 24, 2009, 01:19:09 PM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on May 25, 2009, 06:33:27 PM
Post by: Gareth on May 25, 2009, 06:43:51 PM
Post by: Mike 56 on May 25, 2009, 06:53:34 PM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on May 25, 2009, 07:19:45 PM
Cool SAK Spork. 8) I hadn't thought of using the plain backspring to add an extra set of blades. How is the access to the nail nicks? Does it need any modding to the blades?
I located the woodsaw layer between the blades so access to the original nail nicks on the middle blade layer is not too difficult. Adding a 5th scissors layer in between would make it even easier.(http://fc06.deviantart.com/fs30/f/2008/169/e/6/_cuttothechase__by_Mrichston.gif)
The large blade in the middle must be of the older thick tang type. The outer blade layer can be either type.
Post by: Gareth on May 25, 2009, 08:07:20 PM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on May 25, 2009, 08:12:25 PM
I've been tinkering with an orphan 84mm scissors backspring that will work with a thick tang blade...but the blade must be shortened to fit in the closed position.
Post by: Taninaree on June 10, 2009, 06:48:20 PM
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3366/3612131609_841ecb488c_o.jpg)
Post by: AHB on June 10, 2009, 06:49:42 PM
Just's Finish !Wow... good work.. :tu:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3366/3612131609_841ecb488c_o.jpg)
Post by: Benner on June 10, 2009, 06:50:18 PM
Post by: Taninaree on June 10, 2009, 06:50:46 PM
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3644/3612940910_1cd56a082a_o.jpg)
Post by: Taninaree on June 10, 2009, 06:54:56 PM
Post by: Taninaree on June 10, 2009, 06:56:06 PM
Post by: Taninaree on June 10, 2009, 06:57:32 PM
Post by: Taninaree on June 10, 2009, 06:59:34 PM
Post by: Taninaree on June 10, 2009, 07:01:10 PM
Post by: Taninaree on June 10, 2009, 07:03:03 PM
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3592/3600344102_6a4a2828d1_o.jpg)
:D
Post by: nuphoria on June 10, 2009, 07:18:59 PM
Post by: Neil on June 10, 2009, 07:31:21 PM
Post by: cliosguy on June 10, 2009, 07:36:46 PM
Post by: sardauker on June 10, 2009, 07:44:13 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 10, 2009, 07:45:20 PM
Post by: Craig on June 10, 2009, 09:34:30 PM
Post by: rp252 on June 11, 2009, 02:44:55 AM
Post by: Taninaree on June 11, 2009, 03:01:58 AM
Yeah, thats amazing work mate. Is it your own work?
Thank you , The sling was made by my friend and Vic mod are my work.
Post by: rp252 on June 11, 2009, 03:08:23 AM
Yeah, thats amazing work mate. Is it your own work?
Thank you , The sling was made by my friend and Vic mod are my work.
You are a talented pair of people. Very impressive :)
Post by: Taninaree on June 11, 2009, 03:13:34 AM
Yeah, thats amazing work mate. Is it your own work?
Thank you , The sling was made by my friend and Vic mod are my work.
You are a talented pair of people. Very impressive :)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3603/3600326254_efc6456e60_o.jpg)
Post by: Taninaree on June 11, 2009, 03:15:40 AM
Post by: Gareth on June 11, 2009, 08:55:09 AM
For all the wonderful carving on the catapults the one I like most is the very plain one on the far left, just has very elegant lines.
Post by: sardauker on June 11, 2009, 09:02:41 AM
Post by: Neil on June 11, 2009, 10:38:22 AM
Post by: Neil on June 12, 2009, 09:26:38 PM
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/minimax01.jpg)
.... May I present the Mini Max
Comprised of all currently used 58mm tools it a bit of a fat little chap. Its girth has been extenuated by the inclusion of the chunky scale options, whistle on the back and LED on the front.
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/minimax-macro.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/minimax-macro2.jpg)
Its construction has been delayed for a little while as I was without a flat head bottle opener and also the correct diameter brass. Thanks to Ninjaz for donating the missing tool to the cause :tu:
All tools are accessible but the
Here's some clickables... (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_minimax02.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=minimax02.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_minimax03.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=minimax03.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_minimaxpreview.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=minimaxpreview.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on June 12, 2009, 10:02:17 PM
Now I know what you were up to with all the 58mm bit you were after ;)
Post by: stressmaster5000 on June 12, 2009, 10:13:38 PM
Now can you marry up the SwissBeat MP3 player with an Executive? :pok:
Post by: cliosguy on June 12, 2009, 10:14:26 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 12, 2009, 10:50:41 PM
That must have been one fiddely smurf to do too :salute:
Post by: nuphoria on June 12, 2009, 10:52:18 PM
That is bloody amazing mate :drool:
That must have been one fiddely smurf to do too :salute:
I think he's hired a couple of Munchkins to do his 58mm mods for him ;)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 12, 2009, 10:54:30 PM
Hey, that's no way to refere to Ben and Ryan >:(That is bloody amazing mate :drool:
That must have been one fiddely smurf to do too :salute:
I think he's hired a couple of Munchkins to do his 58mm mods for him ;)
Post by: nuphoria on June 12, 2009, 10:58:56 PM
Hey, that's no way to refere to Ben and Ryan >:(That is bloody amazing mate :drool:
That must have been one fiddely smurf to do too :salute:
I think he's hired a couple of Munchkins to do his 58mm mods for him ;)
True, they'd be even cheaper to hire.... well deduced ;)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 12, 2009, 11:00:30 PM
:D :DHey, that's no way to refere to Ben and Ryan >:(That is bloody amazing mate :drool:
That must have been one fiddely smurf to do too :salute:
I think he's hired a couple of Munchkins to do his 58mm mods for him ;)
True, they'd be even cheaper to hire.... well deduced ;)
Sod working to that scale though, I've dry fitted some 91mm combo's together, and there fiddly enough :o
Post by: nuphoria on June 12, 2009, 11:18:22 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 12, 2009, 11:20:50 PM
They are a complete PITA in your fingers are given to extreme dexterity. I'm going to do an 84mm mod when I have time (assuming that building the bloody van doesn't kill me first) and I suspect that we be challenge enough :ahhhBut Neil is a mad modding genius, so he probably has built an elaborate steam powered jig for them :D
Post by: Gareth on June 12, 2009, 11:29:12 PM
They are a complete PITA in your fingers are given to extreme dexterity. I'm going to do an 84mm mod when I have time (assuming that building the bloody van doesn't kill me first) and I suspect that we be challenge enough :ahhh
Nah, if you can do a 91mm (and I know you can) then 84mm isn't any harder.
Neil, I love it mate. :tu: It really doesn't look as silly as I thought it would. You have to bring it to the next meet-up. One question though; no T&T? ;)
Post by: Benner on June 13, 2009, 12:12:18 AM
Post by: AHB on June 13, 2009, 12:21:31 AM
Post by: Ninjaz on June 13, 2009, 03:05:22 AM
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/minimax01.jpg)
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh SWEET !!! :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
You did it.
I am dreaming on that SAK for months. I even talk to Scibeer to do it for me but he said he don't deal with 58mm...
Now I just wait for the supply I ordered from Tim and Tom to arrive and hope I will be able to do it on my own (probably I will be able to disassembly the 58mm saks and I will just have big pile of 58mm parts and no idea how to put them together ::) )
Post by: Flash on June 13, 2009, 09:54:04 AM
Now THAT is impressive. Very well done old bean :salute:
Post by: sardauker on June 13, 2009, 02:07:16 PM
Post by: Nightshade on June 13, 2009, 06:44:17 PM
Post by: DaveK on June 13, 2009, 07:14:16 PM
Great handywork Neil :tu:
Post by: Neil on June 13, 2009, 11:08:15 PM
Next up, the mother of all 74mm SAKS :D
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 13, 2009, 11:14:08 PM
Always a neglected line :(
Next up, the mother of all 74mm SAKS :D
Post by: Neil on June 13, 2009, 11:16:40 PM
Always a neglected line :(
Next up, the mother of all 74mm SAKS :D
Not round here :D
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 13, 2009, 11:20:33 PM
True :)Always a neglected line :(
Next up, the mother of all 74mm SAKS :D
Not round here :D
And keep it up :salute:
Now if only it'd be worthwhile sticking a saw in one :think:
Post by: Neil on June 13, 2009, 11:31:31 PM
True :)Always a neglected line :(
Next up, the mother of all 74mm SAKS :D
Not round here :D
And keep it up :salute:
Now if only it'd be worthwhile sticking a saw in one :think:
Now that would be a challenge :think: Nothing is impossible with enough grinding and filing but some things should really be left alone if you want to stay sane :D
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 13, 2009, 11:32:24 PM
Meh, sanity's overrated :pok: :pok: :DTrue :)Always a neglected line :(
Next up, the mother of all 74mm SAKS :D
Not round here :D
And keep it up :salute:
Now if only it'd be worthwhile sticking a saw in one :think:
Now that would be a challenge :think: Nothing is impossible with enough grinding and filing but some things should really be left alone if you want to stay sane :D
Post by: Neil on June 13, 2009, 11:38:26 PM
Meh, sanity's overrated :pok: :pok: :DTrue :)Always a neglected line :(
Next up, the mother of all 74mm SAKS :D
Not round here :D
And keep it up :salute:
Now if only it'd be worthwhile sticking a saw in one :think:
Now that would be a challenge :think: Nothing is impossible with enough grinding and filing but some things should really be left alone if you want to stay sane :D
Well I have had moderate success with other implements. I'll take a very casual look at adding a saw :)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 13, 2009, 11:39:25 PM
Well there could be a market for it, as I know of at least one muppet with a saw obsession :DMeh, sanity's overrated :pok: :pok: :DTrue :)Always a neglected line :(
Next up, the mother of all 74mm SAKS :D
Not round here :D
And keep it up :salute:
Now if only it'd be worthwhile sticking a saw in one :think:
Now that would be a challenge :think: Nothing is impossible with enough grinding and filing but some things should really be left alone if you want to stay sane :D
Well I have had moderate success with other implements. I'll take a very casual look at adding a saw :)
Post by: Neil on June 13, 2009, 11:57:28 PM
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Just had a quick look. Its a definite maybe. Not ruling it out :)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 13, 2009, 11:58:29 PM
Well there could be a market for it, as I know of at least one muppet with a saw obsession :D
Just had a quick look. Its a definite maybe. Not ruling it out :)
[/quote]Well there's no rush as I'm broke, and I'd be forced to sell a kidney to buy it :( :D
Post by: Neil on June 14, 2009, 12:01:36 AM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 14, 2009, 12:03:08 AM
Nah, I'd settle for one of your (intact) bones to make some nice scales out of :)Hmm, you may struggle to find a long enough, unbroken bone :think:
Unless it's for a 58mm :D
Post by: Neil on June 14, 2009, 12:06:51 AM
Not got any nice titanium bits hidden within I could use?
Oh wait, 'twas done on the NHS... my bad :D Still, stop you becoming anaemic ;)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 14, 2009, 12:09:23 AM
:D:D :D
Not got any nice titanium bits hidden within I could use?
Oh wait, 'twas done on the NHS... my bad :D Still, stop you becoming anaemic ;)
I considered myself lucky to have got plaster :D
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on June 14, 2009, 12:18:37 AM
I wonder if the magnetic tip of the combo tool should be a concern if too close to the USB drive?...probably not though.
Post by: Neil on June 14, 2009, 12:37:19 AM
Well done Neil (http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/2803/thumbup6ly.gif)
I wonder if the magnetic tip of the combo tool should be a concern if too close to the USB drive?...probably not though.
Thanks. :)
I'm glad to say the flash chip won't be affected by the magnetic tips.
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on June 14, 2009, 12:40:55 AM
Well done Neil (http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/2803/thumbup6ly.gif)
I wonder if the magnetic tip of the combo tool should be a concern if too close to the USB drive?...probably not though.
Thanks. :)
I'm glad to say the flash chip won't be affected by the magnetic tips.
In that case...Very well done then (http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/2803/thumbup6ly.gif) :D
Post by: Neil on June 14, 2009, 12:42:59 AM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on June 14, 2009, 12:46:32 AM
Post by: Neil on June 14, 2009, 12:48:43 AM
Is there no limit to your madness? :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :D
If I end up putting a saw in a 74mm for Mike then I think that answers that :)
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on June 14, 2009, 01:09:00 AM
Post by: Neil on June 14, 2009, 01:22:23 AM
:think: WTH is he going to do with that...go bushcrafting in the Magical Bonsai Forest? ::) :D
You say that like its a bad thing :( ;)
Post by: cgk on June 14, 2009, 03:27:53 AM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on June 14, 2009, 03:54:30 AM
I love that mini-saw!!
Japan Woodworker (http://www.japanwoodworker.com/product.asp?pf_id=07.100&s=JapanWoodworker)
The tooth pattern is the same as a SAK saw but the blade stock is thinner and more flexible. It cuts well and smoothly, but it requires a bit more care in use.
Post by: Leatherman123 on June 14, 2009, 04:16:13 AM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 14, 2009, 09:22:52 AM
:think: WTH is he going to do with that...go bushcrafting in the Magical Bonsai Forest? ::) :DHey, we've all got to have a hobby >:( :D
Post by: cgk on June 14, 2009, 10:28:12 AM
At $21 I think I am better off trying the $5 county comm sawI love that mini-saw!!
Japan Woodworker (http://www.japanwoodworker.com/product.asp?pf_id=07.100&s=JapanWoodworker)
The tooth pattern is the same as a SAK saw but the blade stock is thinner and more flexible. It cuts well and smoothly, but it requires a bit more care in use.
Post by: nuphoria on June 14, 2009, 12:55:06 PM
I need more 84mm bits to try a champ type thing I think :think:
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on June 14, 2009, 06:03:08 PM
The standard nylon scaled model has disappeared from the vendors I normally use and the only variation I've been able to find is the Ruby scaled version.
I wonder if Victorinox has chosen to drop the MFV.
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 14, 2009, 08:28:17 PM
Has anyone else noticed the shortage of My First Victorinox knives?I really hope not :-\
The standard nylon scaled model has disappeared from the vendors I normally use and the only variation I've been able to find is the Ruby scaled version.
I wonder if Victorinox has chosen to drop the MFV.
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on June 14, 2009, 08:48:48 PM
I hope not too...that would mean the end of the 84mm saw...but I was right when I noticed the same thing with the disappearance of the 108mm Solos >:(Has anyone else noticed the shortage of My First Victorinox knives?I really hope not :-\
The standard nylon scaled model has disappeared from the vendors I normally use and the only variation I've been able to find is the Ruby scaled version.
I wonder if Victorinox has chosen to drop the MFV.
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 14, 2009, 10:15:15 PM
So your a prophet of doom now then :oI hope not too...that would mean the end of the 84mm saw...but I was right when I noticed the same thing with the disappearance of the 108mm Solos >:(Has anyone else noticed the shortage of My First Victorinox knives?I really hope not :-\
The standard nylon scaled model has disappeared from the vendors I normally use and the only variation I've been able to find is the Ruby scaled version.
I wonder if Victorinox has chosen to drop the MFV.
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on June 14, 2009, 10:22:48 PM
Yes...(http://fc08.deviantart.com/fs37/f/2008/254/7/3/_flyinghamsterofdoom__by_Helen_Baq.gif) ::)So your a prophet of doom now then :oI hope not too...that would mean the end of the 84mm saw...but I was right when I noticed the same thing with the disappearance of the 108mm Solos >:(Has anyone else noticed the shortage of My First Victorinox knives?I really hope not :-\
The standard nylon scaled model has disappeared from the vendors I normally use and the only variation I've been able to find is the Ruby scaled version.
I wonder if Victorinox has chosen to drop the MFV.
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 14, 2009, 10:24:54 PM
Well I hope your wrong in this, as there a perfect starter knife for little'un's :)Yes...(http://fc08.deviantart.com/fs37/f/2008/254/7/3/_flyinghamsterofdoom__by_Helen_Baq.gif) ::)So your a prophet of doom now then :oI hope not too...that would mean the end of the 84mm saw...but I was right when I noticed the same thing with the disappearance of the 108mm Solos >:(Has anyone else noticed the shortage of My First Victorinox knives?I really hope not :-\
The standard nylon scaled model has disappeared from the vendors I normally use and the only variation I've been able to find is the Ruby scaled version.
I wonder if Victorinox has chosen to drop the MFV.
Just as well I've got 2 for me and my boy then :)
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on June 14, 2009, 10:33:42 PM
I hope I'm wrong too...but I'm usually right >:( ::)Well I hope your wrong in this, as there a perfect starter knife for little'un's :)Yes...(http://fc08.deviantart.com/fs37/f/2008/254/7/3/_flyinghamsterofdoom__by_Helen_Baq.gif) ::)So your a prophet of doom now then :oI hope not too...that would mean the end of the 84mm saw...but I was right when I noticed the same thing with the disappearance of the 108mm Solos >:(Has anyone else noticed the shortage of My First Victorinox knives?I really hope not :-\
The standard nylon scaled model has disappeared from the vendors I normally use and the only variation I've been able to find is the Ruby scaled version.
I wonder if Victorinox has chosen to drop the MFV.
Just as well I've got 2 for me and my boy then :)
Post by: Neil on June 14, 2009, 11:18:38 PM
I hope not too...that would mean the end of the 84mm saw...but I was right when I noticed the same thing with the disappearance of the 108mm Solos >:(Has anyone else noticed the shortage of My First Victorinox knives?I really hope not :-\
The standard nylon scaled model has disappeared from the vendors I normally use and the only variation I've been able to find is the Ruby scaled version.
I wonder if Victorinox has chosen to drop the MFV.
Well Solos are still easily obtainable over here, so hopfully that's a sign that I'll still be able to get MFVs :) ... except I import those :( ... :ahhh
Post by: nuphoria on June 14, 2009, 11:26:09 PM
Post by: Neil on June 14, 2009, 11:30:50 PM
I've got a ruby one too but I'm about to make fodder of it >:D
:pok: What you making? :)
Post by: Gareth on June 14, 2009, 11:33:59 PM
Post by: yud on June 19, 2009, 08:42:58 PM
(http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs025.snc1/3121_1130028485672_1076017517_394575_1595245_n.jpg)
(http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs025.snc1/3121_1130028405670_1076017517_394573_4090032_n.jpg)
(http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs025.snc1/3121_1130028885682_1076017517_394585_4546633_n.jpg)
it is an 84mm with blade, nailfile, corkscrew, and plus scales
Post by: Mr. Whippy on June 19, 2009, 09:08:11 PM
Post by: Neil on June 19, 2009, 10:23:38 PM
Here is my layer mod the Waitress
...
it is an 84mm with blade, nailfile, corkscrew, and plus scales
Nice one :tu: I've really got to get round to tweaking the nail file to work on the 91mm frame. Silly little kick it has :(
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 19, 2009, 10:41:17 PM
Post by: yud on June 21, 2009, 03:11:19 AM
If you do let me know my mom wanted a 91mm with the 84mm nail fileHere is my layer mod the Waitress
...
it is an 84mm with blade, nailfile, corkscrew, and plus scales
Nice one :tu: I've really got to get round to tweaking the nail file to work on the 91mm frame. Silly little kick it has :(
Post by: Neil on June 21, 2009, 01:58:11 PM
If you do let me know my mom wanted a 91mm with the 84mm nail file
Should be able to do it by having an additional pin between the outer liner and the next liner, perhaps with a bit of brass tube to the same dimensions as the main blade width to keep it all stable. Just haven't got around to trying it yet :)
Post by: knifecoop on June 21, 2009, 07:34:56 PM
Cheers
Knifecoop
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 21, 2009, 07:39:34 PM
Post by: Benner on June 21, 2009, 07:44:35 PM
Post by: max6166 on June 21, 2009, 08:51:34 PM
If you do let me know my mom wanted a 91mm with the 84mm nail file
Should be able to do it by having an additional pin between the outer liner and the next liner, perhaps with a bit of brass tube to the same dimensions as the main blade width to keep it all stable. Just haven't got around to trying it yet :)
That would definitely earn you a place in the "Hall of SAK Modding Immortals". :D
I always found it odd that Vic never offered a 91mm with a nail file. It just seems like an obvious option looking at the rest of their lines.
Post by: Neil on June 21, 2009, 09:04:38 PM
If you do let me know my mom wanted a 91mm with the 84mm nail file
Should be able to do it by having an additional pin between the outer liner and the next liner, perhaps with a bit of brass tube to the same dimensions as the main blade width to keep it all stable. Just haven't got around to trying it yet :)
That would definitely earn you a place in the "Hall of SAK Modding Immortals". :D
I always found it odd that Vic never offered a 91mm with a nail file. It just seems like an obvious option looking at the rest of their lines.
I can think of various ways it could all go wrong which is why I haven't got around to it :)
Nice to see Knifecoop on board, he's got some really lovely mods under his belt :tu:
Post by: max6166 on June 21, 2009, 09:45:12 PM
If you do let me know my mom wanted a 91mm with the 84mm nail file
Should be able to do it by having an additional pin between the outer liner and the next liner, perhaps with a bit of brass tube to the same dimensions as the main blade width to keep it all stable. Just haven't got around to trying it yet :)
That would definitely earn you a place in the "Hall of SAK Modding Immortals". :D
I always found it odd that Vic never offered a 91mm with a nail file. It just seems like an obvious option looking at the rest of their lines.
I can think of various ways it could all go wrong which is why I haven't got around to it :)
Nice to see Knifecoop on board, he's got some really lovely mods under his belt :tu:
Just for fun, you might want to see what it would take to get a Wenger nail file to work too. Either one is going to require some ingenuity on your part, so may as well check all the options first. :cheers:
Post by: Gareth on June 22, 2009, 12:00:46 AM
Here's you a Cadet modded to become a melted 84mm Woodsman!
Cheers
Knifecoop
As always I'm loving your work sir. :salute:
Post by: Tinnie on June 25, 2009, 08:08:48 AM
(http://img208.imageshack.us/img208/1552/dsc02240m.jpg)
(http://img411.imageshack.us/img411/3089/dsc02238f.jpg)
I have feeling that you might see it again sometime soon ;)
BTW Number 600 for this thread :)
Post by: gafftapegreenia on June 25, 2009, 08:17:35 AM
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/minimax01.jpg)
I worship you, sir.
Post by: toothrot on June 26, 2009, 04:04:48 AM
I'm also considering making a stamp for burning it on.
Any advice?
Post by: Gareth on June 26, 2009, 10:06:21 AM
http://www.sosakonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=143&Itemid=35
Post by: toothrot on June 26, 2009, 02:10:40 PM
I've never tried to do this myself but here is an article by Rotokid on the subject, I hope it helps.
http://www.sosakonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=143&Itemid=35
Thanks...that looks so much easier than I imagined, you know I can't believe I couldn't find that...I looked at a bunch of articles on his site
:cheers:
Post by: Gareth on June 26, 2009, 02:19:00 PM
I've never tried to do this myself but here is an article by Rotokid on the subject, I hope it helps.
http://www.sosakonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=143&Itemid=35
Thanks...that looks so much easier than I imagined, you know I can't believe I couldn't find that...I looked at a bunch of articles on his site
:cheers:
No problem. It helps I knew for a fact it was there. Remember to show us some results. :tu:
Post by: toothrot on June 27, 2009, 12:13:51 AM
No problem. It helps I knew for a fact it was there. Remember to show us some results. :tu:
Sure thing, All need to do is apply some kind of finish over everything now...trying to decide what would work best...if i didn't have that shield there, I think I would've used tung oil.
Post by: kiwiblade on July 05, 2009, 10:43:23 AM
played around with some micarta and some left over antler
(http://i956.photobucket.com/albums/ae45/kiwiblade/saks/IMG_0004.jpg)
(http://i956.photobucket.com/albums/ae45/kiwiblade/saks/IMG_0006.jpg)
(http://i956.photobucket.com/albums/ae45/kiwiblade/saks/IMG_0008.jpg)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 05, 2009, 10:51:37 AM
Post by: Benner on July 05, 2009, 01:09:22 PM
Post by: rp252 on July 05, 2009, 01:59:42 PM
Post by: nuphoria on July 05, 2009, 03:04:48 PM
Post by: Neil on July 06, 2009, 12:21:26 AM
Post by: Buzzbait on July 06, 2009, 02:26:02 AM
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/Victorinox%20Swiss%20Champ/Ebay%20Swisschamp/orange1.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/Victorinox%20Swiss%20Champ/Ebay%20Swisschamp/orange2.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/Victorinox%20Swiss%20Champ/Ebay%20Swisschamp/orange3.jpg)
Post by: cgk on July 06, 2009, 04:20:55 AM
I just finished fixing up an old SwissChamp I got off of Ebay. The cellidor scales were pretty beat up, so I replaced them with a custom set of orange G-10 Plus scales.Love the orange...great work!!!
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/Victorinox%20Swiss%20Champ/Ebay%20Swisschamp/orange1.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/Victorinox%20Swiss%20Champ/Ebay%20Swisschamp/orange2.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/Victorinox%20Swiss%20Champ/Ebay%20Swisschamp/orange3.jpg)
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 06, 2009, 04:47:26 AM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 06, 2009, 07:14:27 AM
Post by: kiwiblade on July 06, 2009, 09:15:25 AM
Post by: Benner on July 06, 2009, 11:41:08 AM
Post by: Tinnie on July 06, 2009, 12:07:37 PM
Orange G10 is very nice!
Post by: rp252 on July 06, 2009, 04:37:07 PM
Post by: Neil on July 06, 2009, 04:51:25 PM
Funky mate, very funky. With the added bonus that you'll never lose it unless you drop it into a swimming pool of tomato soup :)
:pok: Or an orange juice factory :P
Nice work Buzz :tu:
Post by: Buzzbait on July 07, 2009, 02:37:56 AM
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/Victorinox%20Huntsman/Picture006.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/Victorinox%20Huntsman/Picture007.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/Victorinox%20Huntsman/Picture009.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/Victorinox%20Huntsman/Picture010.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/Victorinox%20Huntsman/Picture024.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/Victorinox%20Huntsman/Picture031.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on July 07, 2009, 04:25:44 AM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 07, 2009, 06:38:35 AM
Post by: Benner on July 07, 2009, 06:27:07 PM
Post by: Craig on July 07, 2009, 08:47:01 PM
You'll not lose that pair in a hurry :D
Too right :) Great, practical colour :tu:
And it looks good :)
Post by: AHB on July 07, 2009, 08:49:28 PM
Post by: Buzzbait on July 07, 2009, 09:00:22 PM
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/Victorinox%20Huntsman/405705514_6413e67eca_m.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on July 07, 2009, 09:20:45 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 07, 2009, 10:17:17 PM
Hehehehe........ They like my orange pair.I prefere that pair :D
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/Victorinox%20Huntsman/405705514_6413e67eca_m.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on July 13, 2009, 04:35:14 PM
No-one? ::)
;) Well it used to look like this:
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m37/gareth_hunt/DSCF3619.jpg)
but now it looks like this:
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/DSCF1035.jpg)
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/DSCF1034.jpg)
Great job by Tinnie. :tu: Adding a little car wax brings a bit of extra shine to the scales but also settles into the etching and makes it 'pop' more. Thanks again mate. :)
Post by: rp252 on July 13, 2009, 06:10:07 PM
And if you ever forget about MT.O, its a helpful reminder :D
Post by: cliosguy on July 13, 2009, 06:24:19 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 13, 2009, 06:41:19 PM
Post by: Benner on July 13, 2009, 11:35:25 PM
Post by: Tinnie on July 16, 2009, 11:10:59 AM
Post by: Gareth on July 16, 2009, 11:23:11 AM
Gareth they look bloody awesome!!!
Yes they do mate, thanks again. :tu:
Post by: AHB on July 16, 2009, 11:47:46 AM
+1 :tu: ;)Gareth they look bloody awesome!!!
Yes they do mate, thanks again. :tu:
Post by: Tinnie on July 16, 2009, 11:50:37 AM
Gareth they look bloody awesome!!!
Yes they do mate, thanks again. :tu:
When will Dennis and Dunc post there pictures :P :D
No rush...
oh new contest running guys :D
Post by: MultiMat on July 16, 2009, 04:39:19 PM
Gareth they look bloody awesome!!!
Yes they do mate, thanks again. :tu:
When will Dennis and Dunc post there pictures :P :D
No rush...
oh new contest running guys :D
Maybe when you post pics of a gold like SOG :pok: :pok: :pok: :P :D
I believe I too need to post some pics of Tinnie tattooed scales ::) ::) :D :D, just need a lick of yellow first :D :D :D
Post by: Ben X on July 16, 2009, 07:04:27 PM
Post by: Tinnie on July 16, 2009, 10:30:16 PM
Wow, very nice Gareth- so who did the engraving?
:P :D
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,11017.0.html
Post by: AHB on July 16, 2009, 10:34:56 PM
SURPRISE.... :ahhh :D :DWow, very nice Gareth- so who did the engraving?
:P :D
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,11017.0.html
Post by: J-sews on July 18, 2009, 01:50:24 PM
Post by: Gareth on July 20, 2009, 02:55:21 PM
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m37/gareth_hunt/DSCF3581.jpg)
My Camper's Special, famous ( :P) for bing the subject of my "How-to" guide. Well in the spirit of Benedict Allen, who is quoted as carrying a white SAK, I thought it needed a face lift. Scales provided by our very own Neil.
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/DSCF1102.jpg)
As an added bonus Neil also provided a tiny ferro-rod that can slip into the corkscrew, how cool it that. :tu:
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/DSCF1107.jpg)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 20, 2009, 02:56:20 PM
Post by: Gareth on July 20, 2009, 03:00:30 PM
Perfect wood's knife now mate :tu:
If only it had some scissors. :-\
:P :D
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 20, 2009, 03:03:01 PM
Yeah, coz there damn handy in to woods ::) :DPerfect wood's knife now mate :tu:
If only it had some scissors. :-\
:P :D
Post by: Gareth on July 20, 2009, 03:09:13 PM
Yeah, coz there damn handy in to woods ::) :DPerfect wood's knife now mate :tu:
If only it had some scissors. :-\
:P :D
:D Actually I do normally carry some for any first-aid duties, come in handy a couple of times as well.
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 20, 2009, 03:20:16 PM
(http://fc07.deviantart.com/images/i/2002/37/6/7/Mon_dieu.gif) (http://fc02.deviantart.com/images/i/2001/49/0/7/Shakes_Head.gif) :DPerfect wood's knife now mate :tu:
If only it had some scissors. :-\
:P :D
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 20, 2009, 03:20:55 PM
Yeah true enough :tu:Yeah, coz there damn handy in to woods ::) :DPerfect wood's knife now mate :tu:
If only it had some scissors. :-\
:P :D
:D Actually I do normally carry some for any first-aid duties, come in handy a couple of times as well.
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 20, 2009, 03:22:35 PM
Yeah true enough :tu:Don't encourage his Scissors Fetish :twak: >:(
Post by: nuphoria on July 20, 2009, 03:56:10 PM
Post by: Gareth on July 20, 2009, 04:21:13 PM
I find it hard to leave the house without scissors... is there a 12 step program for it? :think:
I can't do it. Mind you I came over a bit funny when I realised that I hadn't been carrying a corkscrew for a few days, so I'm a bit odd that way. :think:
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 20, 2009, 04:21:52 PM
I find it hard to leave the house without scissors... is there a 12 step program for it? :think:Oh no...another scissors fetishist! (http://fc09.deviantart.com/images/i/2003/46/9/3/_faint_) :D
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 20, 2009, 04:31:36 PM
Post by: Gareth on July 20, 2009, 04:52:07 PM
Gareth - have you done a scissors only single layer mod? I think I might throw one together for my leather sewing kit...probably with wood scales to match the stitching awl I just made.
You know, I never have. I think that it sounds like a good idea though. :)
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 20, 2009, 04:57:06 PM
Hmm...I might have to try that. I've got a spare awl blade and piles of 91mm scissors discarded from mods... :P
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 20, 2009, 06:59:08 PM
My appologise Great One :-[ :DYeah true enough :tu:Don't encourage his Scissors Fetish :twak: >:(
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 20, 2009, 10:08:44 PM
You have to work harder to convert him to the Church of the Woodsaw >:( ::)My appologise Great One :-[ :DYeah true enough :tu:Don't encourage his Scissors Fetish :twak: >:(
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 20, 2009, 10:12:11 PM
He will become one of your disciples oh most mighty of scary reflecto pics provider :salute:You have to work harder to convert him to the Church of the Woodsaw >:( ::)My appologise Great One :-[ :DYeah true enough :tu:Don't encourage his Scissors Fetish :twak: >:(
Post by: Benner on July 20, 2009, 10:28:43 PM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 20, 2009, 10:35:50 PM
Benner brings a thread back on topic? (http://fc02.deviantart.com/fs12/i/2006/303/8/8/_faint__remake_by_arrioch.gif)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 20, 2009, 10:36:45 PM
I never carry my white SAKs...don't they get yucky quickly?These truly are the end of days :o :ahhh :ahhh
Benner brings a thread back on topic? (http://fc02.deviantart.com/fs12/i/2006/303/8/8/_faint__remake_by_arrioch.gif)
Post by: Gareth on July 20, 2009, 11:33:22 PM
He will become one of your disciples oh most mighty of scary reflecto pics provider :salute:You have to work harder to convert him to the Church of the Woodsaw >:( ::)My appologise Great One :-[ :DYeah true enough :tu:Don't encourage his Scissors Fetish :twak: >:(
Can I point out that the topic of this debate is a SAK with a saw! ::)
Thank you for bringing this kicking and screaming back on topic Ben. Yes, the white are lovely and I suspect this SAK will see a good bit of pocket time. :tu:
Post by: Neil on July 20, 2009, 11:37:08 PM
Post by: Gareth on July 20, 2009, 11:39:23 PM
Have you tried sparking the rod yet? It wouldn't be my first or even second choice of firelighter but in an emergency it'll do the job.
Yes, it works! :D It's a bit of luck it's going on a saw based SAK as the back of the saw makes for a great striking surface. It's really very much appreciated. :tu:
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 20, 2009, 11:40:31 PM
Post by: Gareth on July 20, 2009, 11:42:02 PM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 20, 2009, 11:46:50 PM
So I need to wait until Autumn, throw it out the window and see if I can find it again? OK. :salute: ::)...don't forget the photos (http://www.dgrin.com/images/smilies/photo.gif) :D :D
Post by: Neil on July 20, 2009, 11:48:01 PM
Have you tried sparking the rod yet? It wouldn't be my first or even second choice of firelighter but in an emergency it'll do the job.
Yes, it works! :D It's a bit of luck it's going on a saw based SAK as the back of the saw makes for a great striking surface. It's really very much appreciated. :tu:
Admitedly hanging on to it in use can make your fingers a bit ... ... sore ... close enough ;)
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 20, 2009, 11:52:28 PM
Post by: Gareth on July 20, 2009, 11:53:04 PM
Have you tried sparking the rod yet? It wouldn't be my first or even second choice of firelighter but in an emergency it'll do the job.
Yes, it works! :D It's a bit of luck it's going on a saw based SAK as the back of the saw makes for a great striking surface. It's really very much appreciated. :tu:
Admitedly hanging on to it in use can make your fingers a bit ... ... sore ... close enough ;)
Am I allowed to give a "GROAN" ::) to someone who has been nice to me? ;)
Post by: Neil on July 20, 2009, 11:59:28 PM
Have you tried sparking the rod yet? It wouldn't be my first or even second choice of firelighter but in an emergency it'll do the job.
Yes, it works! :D It's a bit of luck it's going on a saw based SAK as the back of the saw makes for a great striking surface. It's really very much appreciated. :tu:
Admitedly hanging on to it in use can make your fingers a bit ... ... sore ... close enough ;)
Am I allowed to give a "GROAN" ::) to someone who has been nice to me? ;)
It is expected :D
If the knife has the metal saw/file you could strike the end of the rod on it like a match...I've tried that with welding striker flints.
There's a plan :tu: I've not tried it on the metal file. Didn't work on a Classic nail file though.
Post by: nuphoria on July 20, 2009, 11:59:50 PM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 21, 2009, 12:10:48 AM
There's a plan :tu: I've not tried it on the metal file. Didn't work on a Classic nail file though.Works best on a file with cut teeth...I've done it on a LM PST file as well.
Post by: Benner on July 21, 2009, 12:20:50 AM
I never carry my white SAKs...don't they get yucky quickly?
Benner brings a thread back on topic? (http://fc02.deviantart.com/fs12/i/2006/303/8/8/_faint__remake_by_arrioch.gif)
What's happened to me?!? :ahhh
Post by: WH867 on July 23, 2009, 03:07:31 AM
Ok, I'm a little slow sometimes :D. Thanks to Tinnie I was able to upgrade my Vic Compact.Gareth they look bloody awesome!!!
Yes they do mate, thanks again. :tu:
When will Dennis and Dunc post there pictures :P :D
No rush...
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu305/horsehunter64/114_3860.jpg)
Post by: cliosguy on July 23, 2009, 03:08:31 AM
Post by: Tinnie on July 23, 2009, 09:17:11 AM
(http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/3746/dsc02237enk.jpg)
Post by: Mike 56 on July 23, 2009, 02:38:25 PM
Mike
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 23, 2009, 03:27:58 PM
Guess who were these :D :D :DGive us a clue :think: :D
(http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/3746/dsc02237enk.jpg)
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 27, 2009, 12:34:19 AM
The wood is Pacific Yew.
Post by: Benner on July 27, 2009, 12:45:39 AM
Post by: Tinnie on July 27, 2009, 12:46:44 AM
Post by: Gareth on July 27, 2009, 01:04:58 AM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 27, 2009, 01:09:53 AM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 27, 2009, 07:14:38 AM
Post by: nuphoria on July 27, 2009, 01:33:17 PM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 27, 2009, 02:50:49 PM
Post by: Neil on July 28, 2009, 12:12:27 AM
Post by: Gareth on July 28, 2009, 12:15:03 AM
Yes, those are mosaic pins. Actually those are set as plugs over the normal pin and bushing.
I was wondering if they were structural or not. I couldn't work out how they could be though.
Post by: nuphoria on July 28, 2009, 12:19:50 AM
Post by: Mr. Whippy on July 28, 2009, 12:54:58 AM
I made myself a new Saddle stitching awl...and a matching SAK from bits and pieces to go with it.
The wood is Pacific Yew.
OFF TOPIC!
SporkBob,
Do you do saddle repairs?
Inquiring minds...
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 28, 2009, 01:06:27 AM
The nearest thing I've done to horsetack is a mini-Saddlebag/purse for a friend...along with a leather covered canteen to match.
Post by: Chako on July 28, 2009, 01:38:07 AM
The nice thing about saddle stitching is this. If a thread gets cut, it won't unravel. It is a very durable sewing method.
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 28, 2009, 01:43:23 AM
Oh good, I wasn't the only one scratching my head then :think: :DLol...I thought my method of adding falsies was known by now. There's even an article at SOSAKonline :P
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 28, 2009, 01:46:18 AM
...I have done quite a bit of lacing, and that can get complicated quick. I do not however like the added thickness it imparts a piece.I've done some lacing too...like that needle wallet in the photos. I don't really find too many applications I like to use it for.
Do you do tooling as well?
Post by: Chako on July 28, 2009, 01:49:17 AM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 28, 2009, 01:54:13 AM
Post by: Chako on July 28, 2009, 02:04:49 AM
I like doing figure belts the most.
Here are a few examples of my work.
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/IMG_0342small.jpg)
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/_MG_5781small.jpg)
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/IMG_0481small.jpg)
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/DSC02498smallA.jpg)
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on July 28, 2009, 02:10:10 AM
Post by: Chako on July 28, 2009, 02:13:45 AM
EDIT:
Here is a belt that I made for a First Nations person. He wanted something that would have significance for him...so I did a lot of research, particularly into the Ojibwa People. This was a fun one to make. I especially like the research and the meanings that I placed on his belt. Another figure belt with a hidden story. I saw an image somewhere, and figured it would work for this project. I stylized all the Buffalo hunters as pictographs, including the buffalo. This hunting scene was broken up by 4 tableaus based upon Ojibwa history and legend.
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/DSC02596small.jpg)
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/DSC02597small.jpg)
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/DSC02598small.jpg)
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/DSC02600small.jpg)
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/DSC02599small.jpg)
Post by: ari6126 on July 28, 2009, 07:06:20 AM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 28, 2009, 07:12:46 AM
Post by: ari6126 on August 03, 2009, 06:03:25 AM
Post by: Gareth on August 03, 2009, 09:17:04 AM
Post by: ari6126 on August 03, 2009, 09:19:34 AM
Post by: Tinnie on August 03, 2009, 09:33:02 AM
That looks excellent mate, good job. :tu:
+1
Very nice! I would love to have one! there should be more knifeless SAK's
Post by: nuphoria on August 03, 2009, 10:14:02 PM
Post by: Neil on August 03, 2009, 10:16:39 PM
Post by: ari6126 on August 04, 2009, 05:34:50 AM
Aside from the lack of a nail gunk remover I like it ;)
You could always use the 2mm screwdriver.
Post by: Gareth on August 04, 2009, 09:08:22 AM
Aside from the lack of a nail gunk remover I like it ;)
You could always use the 2mm screwdriver.
Or one of the scissor tips. :)
Post by: nuphoria on August 04, 2009, 12:50:36 PM
Aside from the lack of a nail gunk remover I like it ;)
You could always use the 2mm screwdriver.
Or one of the scissor tips. :)
Oooh no... that way sore things lie :o
Post by: Gareth on August 04, 2009, 01:28:59 PM
Aside from the lack of a nail gunk remover I like it ;)
You could always use the 2mm screwdriver.
Or one of the scissor tips. :)
Oooh no... that way sore things lie :o
I have to admit it's what I tend to use, but you're right; don't slip. :(
Post by: Neil on August 04, 2009, 01:43:32 PM
Post by: Tinnie on August 06, 2009, 10:02:44 AM
:D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ih4uAJt2e_Q
Post by: Gareth on August 06, 2009, 10:08:09 AM
Post by: Gareth on August 14, 2009, 12:35:53 PM
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/DSCF1389.jpg)
Post by: Benner on August 14, 2009, 03:33:33 PM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on August 14, 2009, 03:39:36 PM
Post by: tcolling on August 14, 2009, 03:43:13 PM
Actually, there WAS a Vic factory model made that was an "Explorer with a wood saw" mix. It was called a "Woodsman" and it's quite scarce.
The Woodsman, along with a "Hoffritz Limited Edition" are two of the most difficult-to-find Vic SAKs with magnifiers (I collect Vic SAKs with magnifiers).
Woodsman
(http://colling.com/images/SAK/woodsman_2.jpg)
Limited Edition
(http://colling.com/images/SAK/SAKs%20with%20Mags%202006-04-28/Hoffritz%20Limited%20Edition%20%28Woodsman%20with%20Pliers%20instead%20of%20Scissors%29.jpg)
- Tim
Post by: Gareth on August 14, 2009, 03:54:43 PM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on August 14, 2009, 04:22:20 PM
Post by: tcolling on August 14, 2009, 04:32:45 PM
Yes, but there isn't a factory equivalent to the knife Gareth just built is there? The Woodsman is a Huntsman with the m/p layer added.
Heh heh. The Explorer is a Climber with the M/P layer added. The Huntsman is a Climber with a woodsaw added. The Woodsman is any one of the following.
Explorer + woodsaw layer
or
Huntsman + m/p layer
or
Climber + woodsaw layer + m/p layer
It's kind of like algebra.
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on August 14, 2009, 04:35:50 PM
Post by: Gareth on August 14, 2009, 05:17:47 PM
Yeah, they left a few gaps in the combinations :D
I think that's where we come in. :D
Post by: nuphoria on August 14, 2009, 05:36:14 PM
Post by: Gareth on August 14, 2009, 05:45:59 PM
I was kinda sorry to see that one go, as I really rather liked it. It might well have to be one for the future, this or the Woodsman. :think:
Post by: Gareth on August 14, 2009, 05:49:36 PM
Yes, but there isn't a factory equivalent to the knife Gareth just built is there? The Woodsman is a Huntsman with the m/p layer added.
Heh heh. The Explorer is a Climber with the M/P layer added. The Huntsman is a Climber with a woodsaw added. The Woodsman is any one of the following.
Explorer + woodsaw layer
or
Huntsman + m/p layer
or
Climber + woodsaw layer + m/p layer
It's kind of like algebra.
Post by: Neil on August 14, 2009, 06:03:35 PM
Post by: Gareth on August 14, 2009, 06:10:13 PM
Nicely done Gareth, Mike would like that one :D
That had crossed my mind. :D
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on August 14, 2009, 06:54:55 PM
Because it has an Awl? ??? :think:Nicely done Gareth, Mike would like that one :D
That had crossed my mind. :D
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on August 14, 2009, 07:11:11 PM
All gone a bit quiet here so I'll add one. Just finished this one for a chap on another forum, it's an Explorer Plus with a scissor/saw swap. Does make for a nice SAK.Now that is nice :tu:
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/DSCF1389.jpg)
Post by: Tinnie on August 15, 2009, 12:13:27 AM
All gone a bit quiet here so I'll add one. Just finished this one for a chap on another forum, it's an Explorer Plus with a scissor/saw swap. Does make for a nice SAK.Now that is nice :tu:
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/DSCF1389.jpg)
I love my Huntsman and my Explorer...and that is perfection to me :)
Post by: Gareth on August 17, 2009, 12:22:42 PM
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/DSCF1406.jpg)
I'm a happy chap. :)
Post by: Neil on August 17, 2009, 12:32:51 PM
Post by: Tinnie on August 17, 2009, 12:33:21 PM
Well after doing the Explorer mod last week, and having tcolling (Tim) remind me about the Woodsman, I thought I'd do one for myself. This one really packs in all the features I like and still keeps a slim enough size to make for a great EDC.:gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme:
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/DSCF1406.jpg)
I'm a happy chap. :)
That or a Farmer with scissors :D :)
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on August 17, 2009, 03:18:09 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on August 17, 2009, 03:51:50 PM
Post by: Gareth on August 17, 2009, 04:22:31 PM
NIce Gareth. Assembling 5 or more layers can get tricky sometimes.
You know, I hadn't even thought about it, this is the thickest mod I've done. You're right though, it didn't just slide together. ::)
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on August 17, 2009, 04:32:14 PM
It was those darn scissors causing all the trouble... ::) :DNIce Gareth. Assembling 5 or more layers can get tricky sometimes.
You know, I hadn't even thought about it, this is the thickest mod I've done. You're right though, it didn't just slide together. ::)
Post by: Benner on August 17, 2009, 05:09:42 PM
So you succumbed to temptation :D I'm lucky enough to have an original, not that I use it. I keep in on a shelf ... :pok: Ben >:D ;)
:-X
Post by: Neil on August 17, 2009, 09:32:54 PM
So you succumbed to temptation :D I'm lucky enough to have an original, not that I use it. I keep in on a shelf ... :pok: Ben >:D ;)
:-X
I did at least touch it today after seeing Gareth's :)
Post by: Benner on August 17, 2009, 09:33:54 PM
So you succumbed to temptation :D I'm lucky enough to have an original, not that I use it. I keep in on a shelf ... :pok: Ben >:D ;)
:-X
I did at least touch it today after seeing Gareth's :)
:o :ahhh
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on August 17, 2009, 09:44:04 PM
That sound's wrong on so many level's :o :DSo you succumbed to temptation :D I'm lucky enough to have an original, not that I use it. I keep in on a shelf ... :pok: Ben >:D ;)
:-X
I did at least touch it today after seeing Gareth's :)
Post by: Neil on August 17, 2009, 09:52:52 PM
That sound's wrong on so many level's :o :DSo you succumbed to temptation :D I'm lucky enough to have an original, not that I use it. I keep in on a shelf ... :pok: Ben >:D ;)
:-X
I did at least touch it today after seeing Gareth's :)
::)
Post by: Benner on August 17, 2009, 09:55:39 PM
Post by: Gareth on August 17, 2009, 10:02:46 PM
So you succumbed to temptation :D I'm lucky enough to have an original, not that I use it. I keep in on a shelf ... :pok: Ben >:D ;)
:-X
I did at least touch it today after seeing Gareth's :)
Eeeeewwww! :ahhh
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on August 17, 2009, 10:04:40 PM
Right, no one buy any sak's from Neil until he promises to wash his hands :police: :DSo you succumbed to temptation :D I'm lucky enough to have an original, not that I use it. I keep in on a shelf ... :pok: Ben >:D ;)
:-X
I did at least touch it today after seeing Gareth's :)
Eeeeewwww! :ahhh
Post by: Benner on August 17, 2009, 10:05:38 PM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on August 17, 2009, 10:17:09 PM
Post by: Neil on August 17, 2009, 10:55:25 PM
Post by: AHB on August 17, 2009, 11:11:09 PM
Yuck... :PRight, no one buy any sak's from Neil until he promises to wash his hands :police: :DSo you succumbed to temptation :D I'm lucky enough to have an original, not that I use it. I keep in on a shelf ... :pok: Ben >:D ;)
:-X
I did at least touch it today after seeing Gareth's :)
Eeeeewwww! :ahhh
Should I throw my SAKs in the dishwasher....? :think:
Post by: Benner on August 17, 2009, 11:13:03 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on August 18, 2009, 05:25:34 AM
A day with some disinfectant might be in order though ;) :DYuck... :PRight, no one buy any sak's from Neil until he promises to wash his hands :police: :DSo you succumbed to temptation :D I'm lucky enough to have an original, not that I use it. I keep in on a shelf ... :pok: Ben >:D ;)
:-X
I did at least touch it today after seeing Gareth's :)
Eeeeewwww! :ahhh
Should I throw my SAKs in the dishwasher....? :think:
Post by: Neil on August 18, 2009, 12:53:14 PM
<colourful gesticulation>
Post by: Neil on August 18, 2009, 12:54:00 PM
I can't believe the forum software blocked my special smiley :ahhh
Post by: Benner on August 18, 2009, 01:01:13 PM
Post by: Neil on August 18, 2009, 01:09:50 PM
I wanna see :(
You've seen it before via PM, when you've been very naughty. :pok: Remember it made you cry last time ;)
Post by: Benner on August 18, 2009, 01:11:27 PM
I wanna see :(
You've seen it before via PM, when you've been very naughty. :pok: Remember it made you cry last time ;)
Oh yes :D
Post by: Gareth on August 18, 2009, 01:24:48 PM
Post by: Neil on August 18, 2009, 01:26:16 PM
Now I wanna see. :pok: :D
:pok: What's it worth :P
Post by: Gareth on August 18, 2009, 01:37:08 PM
Now I wanna see. :pok: :D
:pok: What's it worth :P
It'll stop me calling you rude things behind your back. :P
Post by: Benner on August 18, 2009, 01:38:30 PM
Post by: Gareth on August 18, 2009, 01:39:19 PM
Like the rest of us, you know you just can't stop. :D
But I might slow down for a while. :angel:
Post by: Neil on August 18, 2009, 01:44:04 PM
Now I wanna see. :pok: :D
:pok: What's it worth :P
It'll stop me calling you rude things behind your back. :P
:pok: See that's just a huge great porky isn't it.
Like the rest of us, you know you just can't stop. :D
But I might slow down for a while. :angel:
Now we're getting closer to the truth :D
Post by: Gareth on August 18, 2009, 01:48:28 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on August 18, 2009, 02:03:30 PM
Right, that does it. Family forum or not you miserable bunch of urchins had this coming...Gez, who knicked MR Bee's honey :o
<colourful gesticulation>
Post by: Gareth on August 18, 2009, 02:05:50 PM
and yet still no PM. ::) I really didn't want to do this....now where is that members list? >:D
:cry: :cry: Well I did ask for that. :( ;)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on August 18, 2009, 02:08:28 PM
Be strong mate, he'll calm down soon :(and yet still no PM. ::) I really didn't want to do this....now where is that members list? >:D
:cry: :cry: Well I did ask for that. :( ;)
Post by: Gareth on August 18, 2009, 02:09:54 PM
Be strong mate, he'll calm down soon :(and yet still no PM. ::) I really didn't want to do this....now where is that members list? >:D
:cry: :cry: Well I did ask for that. :( ;)
He even threatened to send me things in the mail. :ahhh
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on August 18, 2009, 02:14:05 PM
Hand delivered by his elite cadre of killer bee's presumably :oBe strong mate, he'll calm down soon :(and yet still no PM. ::) I really didn't want to do this....now where is that members list? >:D
:cry: :cry: Well I did ask for that. :( ;)
He even threatened to send me things in the mail. :ahhh
Post by: Gareth on August 18, 2009, 02:24:55 PM
Hand delivered by his elite cadre of killer bee's presumably :oBe strong mate, he'll calm down soon :(and yet still no PM. ::) I really didn't want to do this....now where is that members list? >:D
:cry: :cry: Well I did ask for that. :( ;)
He even threatened to send me things in the mail. :ahhh
:oops:
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on August 18, 2009, 02:27:39 PM
Nice knowing you mate :cry:Hand delivered by his elite cadre of killer bee's presumably :oBe strong mate, he'll calm down soon :(and yet still no PM. ::) I really didn't want to do this....now where is that members list? >:D
:cry: :cry: Well I did ask for that. :( ;)
He even threatened to send me things in the mail. :ahhh
:oops:
Can I have that Sabre of your's when your gone? :D
Post by: Nightshade on August 23, 2009, 04:54:03 AM
Please forgive the very poor quality pics. ::) At some point I really need to sit down and acquire a few basic camera skills.
(http://img269.imageshack.us/img269/1931/1006363s.th.jpg) (http://img269.imageshack.us/i/1006363s.jpg/)
(http://img194.imageshack.us/img194/7384/1006365.th.jpg) (http://img194.imageshack.us/i/1006365.jpg/)
(http://img29.imageshack.us/img29/7153/1006367i.th.jpg) (http://img29.imageshack.us/i/1006367i.jpg/)
Mod on the left, wife's CT 41 on right.
(http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/4081/1006369.th.jpg) (http://img12.imageshack.us/i/1006369.jpg/)
Post by: cliosguy on August 23, 2009, 05:15:32 AM
Post by: Nightshade on August 23, 2009, 05:47:03 AM
Also, it took the longest time trying to find a used CT on the cheap. Finally won a abused CT 29 on EvilBay.
Post by: Gareth on August 23, 2009, 10:34:50 AM
Quote from: Nightshade
I would like to thank Gareth for his detailed SAK Mod tutorial.
You're very welcome. :) Looks like you've made a great job of it, and you can never have too many screwdrivers. :tu:
Post by: Neil on August 23, 2009, 01:18:50 PM
I recently added a Cybertool driver to a Champion. I must say it has become my favorite EDC . I do like the redundancy of the phillips and flathead drivers. While quite strong, the 4mm drivers are not meant for anything beyond medium duty tasks in my experience. The mod is the exact same size as a SwissChamp or Cybertool 41. This is quite a potent workhorse paired with a LM Minitool or SideClip. I would like to thank Gareth for his detailed SAK Mod tutorial. It made the process possible. I would not have attempted the mod without it. :salute:
...
That's a beast of a mod, well done. I'm about ready to put another CT together. I've been contemplating tools selection for some time now and still haven't made my mind up ::)
Post by: ari6126 on September 03, 2009, 04:14:15 AM
Post by: Mike 56 on September 03, 2009, 04:26:19 AM
Mike
Post by: Gareth on September 03, 2009, 09:31:43 AM
Post by: Tinnie on September 03, 2009, 10:14:16 AM
Post by: Gareth on September 11, 2009, 01:12:38 PM
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/DSCF1502.jpg)
Post by: Tinnie on September 11, 2009, 01:41:56 PM
Here is my latest one, done this morning. A 84mm SAK that is basically a Sportsman plus saw. Should be nice and pocket friendly. :)
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/DSCF1502.jpg)
Where are the bloody scissors >:(
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on September 11, 2009, 07:17:26 PM
Here is my latest one, done this morning. A 84mm SAK that is basically a Sportsman plus saw. Should be nice and pocket friendly. :)Proper mod :tu:
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/DSCF1502.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on September 11, 2009, 07:29:04 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on September 11, 2009, 07:32:01 PM
I thought you'd like that one. :DWhat ever gave you that idea :D
Actually size/tool wise it reminds me of my Wenger Camper :)
Post by: Neil on September 11, 2009, 07:33:51 PM
Post by: Gareth on September 11, 2009, 07:36:06 PM
I thought you'd like that one. :DWhat ever gave you that idea :D
Actually size/tool wise it reminds me of my Wenger Camper :)
Pretty much the same isn't it. :tu:
Much better build quality though. :D ;)
Post by: Neil on September 11, 2009, 07:36:43 PM
I thought you'd like that one. :DWhat ever gave you that idea :D
Actually size/tool wise it reminds me of my Wenger Camper :)
Pretty much the same isn't it. :tu:
Much better build quality though. :D ;)
I'm not rising :D
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on September 11, 2009, 07:36:52 PM
Ooh, cutting :D :DI thought you'd like that one. :DWhat ever gave you that idea :D
Actually size/tool wise it reminds me of my Wenger Camper :)
Pretty much the same isn't it. :tu:
Much better build quality though. :D ;)
Post by: Gareth on September 11, 2009, 07:37:33 PM
But would Grommit use it ??? ;)
Funny you should say that, I was watching "the Wrong Trousers" this afternoon.
Are you sure you're not bugging my house? :ahhh
Post by: Gareth on September 11, 2009, 07:40:09 PM
Ooh, cutting :D :DI thought you'd like that one. :DWhat ever gave you that idea :D
Actually size/tool wise it reminds me of my Wenger Camper :)
Pretty much the same isn't it. :tu:
Much better build quality though. :D ;)
And totally unfair, I actually like Wenger SAKs. I'm not such a fan of the scissors and the one 85mm Wenger saw I have is rubbish. The one on my New Ranger was excellent though.
Post by: Neil on September 11, 2009, 07:41:02 PM
But would Grommit use it ??? ;)
Funny you should say that, I was watching "the Wrong Trousers" this afternoon.
Are you sure you're not bugging my house? :ahhh
:think: Since when did I have spiky hair and a pathological fear of budgies :think: You confuse me with a more southerly British member ;)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on September 11, 2009, 07:42:54 PM
I'm a fan of all the individual tool's, but I just can't stand the scissors either :-\Ooh, cutting :D :DI thought you'd like that one. :DWhat ever gave you that idea :D
Actually size/tool wise it reminds me of my Wenger Camper :)
Pretty much the same isn't it. :tu:
Much better build quality though. :D ;)
And totally unfair, I actually like Wenger SAKs. I'm not such a fan of the scissors and the one 85mm Wenger saw I have is rubbish. The one on my New Ranger was excellent though.
Post by: yud on September 11, 2009, 08:02:21 PM
I have wanted to that mod only without the backspring tool :salute:
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on September 11, 2009, 11:20:16 PM
Post by: Gareth on September 12, 2009, 12:12:46 AM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on September 12, 2009, 12:29:23 AM
Thanks to you Dave it'll always be called 'Rab' in my head. :D:D
Post by: Neil on September 12, 2009, 08:11:30 PM
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-1.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-1.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-2.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-2.jpg)
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-3.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-3.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-4.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-4.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-5.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-5.jpg)
Made up from an already pocket worn copper Cadet that's then had the bare aluminium parts polished. Fitted with some older 84mm scissors plus a wood saw from a My First Plus.
Post by: AHB on September 12, 2009, 08:15:21 PM
Post by: Ninjaz on September 12, 2009, 08:24:03 PM
Good work Neil :tu:
Post by: Zack on September 12, 2009, 08:30:59 PM
Post by: Craig on September 12, 2009, 09:35:52 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on September 12, 2009, 10:52:49 PM
This one belongs to Nuphoria..Superb job mate :tu:
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-1.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-1.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-2.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-2.jpg)
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-3.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-3.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-4.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-4.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-5.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-5.jpg)
Made up from an already pocket worn copper Cadet that's then had the bare aluminium parts polished. Fitted with some older 84mm scissors plus a wood saw from a My First Plus.
I'm glad you got over your fear of Alox :)
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on September 12, 2009, 10:56:28 PM
Post by: Gareth on September 12, 2009, 11:18:59 PM
Chrissy, you'd better be bringing this to the meet-up or I'll be very upset. :cry: ;)
Post by: Neil on September 12, 2009, 11:36:02 PM
I'm glad you got over your fear of Alox :)
Oh the fear is still there of the coloured stuff :ahhh It was just that if I scuffed a cheq (is that a real word?) on this, no one would be able to tell anyway :)
Post by: J-sews on September 12, 2009, 11:45:31 PM
Hey. :think: How did you manage to polish the rivet heads after peening them, without getting into the alox?
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/copper-cadet-mod-2.jpg)
Post by: Neil on September 12, 2009, 11:51:44 PM
Post by: Gareth on September 12, 2009, 11:52:42 PM
Post by: Neil on September 12, 2009, 11:54:13 PM
Post by: J-sews on September 12, 2009, 11:56:50 PM
Indeed, look carefully into that pivot head to see me in my true form >:D
:o
It kinda looks like....
(http://aura.gaia.com/photos/28/277634/large/scream_scary_movie_mask.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on September 12, 2009, 11:58:16 PM
Indeed, look carefully into that pivot head to see me in my true form >:D
:o
It kinda looks like....
(http://aura.gaia.com/photos/28/277634/large/scream_scary_movie_mask.jpg)
Well that's me having nightmares for the rest of the week. :-\
Post by: Neil on September 12, 2009, 11:59:18 PM
Post by: J-sews on September 13, 2009, 12:00:43 AM
Which is a little concerning as I assure you there was no photoshop trickery or masks involved :ahhh
You know what they say about a reflection being the true image of a man.... ;)
Post by: Neil on September 13, 2009, 12:05:24 AM
Which is a little concerning as I assure you there was no photoshop trickery or masks involved :ahhh
You know what they say about a reflection being the true image of a man.... ;)
I'll console myself with the fact that it is a convex surface so in reality that reflection is of about half the room :D
Post by: Gareth on September 13, 2009, 12:08:42 AM
Which is a little concerning as I assure you there was no photoshop trickery or masks involved :ahhh
You know what they say about a reflection being the true image of a man.... ;)
I'll console myself with the fact that it is a convex surface so in reality that reflection is of about half the room :D
If that's what makes you feel better, you keep telling yourself that. :tu:
Post by: Neil on September 13, 2009, 12:12:06 AM
Which is a little concerning as I assure you there was no photoshop trickery or masks involved :ahhh
You know what they say about a reflection being the true image of a man.... ;)
I'll console myself with the fact that it is a convex surface so in reality that reflection is of about half the room :D
If that's what makes you feel better, you keep telling yourself that. :tu:
Actually that was for your benefit so you slept better :D
Not a full moon on Saturday is it :think:
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on September 13, 2009, 12:15:30 AM
Reflecto SAK! :ahhh(http://fc04.deviantart.com/fs7/i/2005/195/a/a/_bootyshake__by_neek_zique.gif) :ahhh :ahhh
Post by: Gareth on September 13, 2009, 12:19:34 AM
Which is a little concerning as I assure you there was no photoshop trickery or masks involved :ahhh
You know what they say about a reflection being the true image of a man.... ;)
I'll console myself with the fact that it is a convex surface so in reality that reflection is of about half the room :D
If that's what makes you feel better, you keep telling yourself that. :tu:
Actually that was for your benefit so you slept better :D
Not a full moon on Saturday is it :think:
It would seem that there is no moon at all.
(http://www.fishing-forum.info/moonphase-2009/moonphase-september-2009.gif)
:ahhh
Post by: Neil on September 13, 2009, 12:29:28 AM
Which is a little concerning as I assure you there was no photoshop trickery or masks involved :ahhh
You know what they say about a reflection being the true image of a man.... ;)
I'll console myself with the fact that it is a convex surface so in reality that reflection is of about half the room :D
If that's what makes you feel better, you keep telling yourself that. :tu:
Actually that was for your benefit so you slept better :D
Not a full moon on Saturday is it :think:
It would seem that there is no moon at all.
(http://www.fishing-forum.info/moonphase-2009/moonphase-september-2009.gif)
:ahhh
:rofl:
If those wolves return again this time they are so smurfed >:D
Post by: Benner on September 13, 2009, 12:30:34 AM
(http://fc04.deviantart.com/fs7/i/2005/195/a/a/_bootyshake__by_neek_zique.gif)
I love that smilie. :D
Post by: J-sews on September 13, 2009, 12:33:52 AM
Which is a little concerning as I assure you there was no photoshop trickery or masks involved :ahhh
You know what they say about a reflection being the true image of a man.... ;)
I'll console myself with the fact that it is a convex surface so in reality that reflection is of about half the room :D
If that's what makes you feel better, you keep telling yourself that. :tu:
Actually that was for your benefit so you slept better :D
Not a full moon on Saturday is it :think:
It would seem that there is no moon at all.
(http://www.fishing-forum.info/moonphase-2009/moonphase-september-2009.gif)
:ahhh
No moon at all?! :o Eeek, that's when Neil breaks out his "night stalker" mod! :ahhh
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/sicklesak.jpg)
Post by: Freudian Frog on September 13, 2009, 12:42:30 AM
Post by: 665ae on September 13, 2009, 12:48:21 AM
(http://rookery2.viary.com/storagev12/1039500/1039523_0e33_625x1000.jpg)
Post by: Neil on September 13, 2009, 12:55:50 AM
No moon at all?! :o Eeek, that's when Neil breaks out his "night stalker" mod! :ahhh
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/sicklesak.jpg)
Oh, like that'd fit on that frame ::)
here's the real deal ..
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/108mm-night.jpg)
Needs a clean :oops:
Post by: Smitty44 on September 13, 2009, 12:57:02 AM
Post by: J-sews on September 13, 2009, 01:03:08 AM
Post by: nuphoria on September 13, 2009, 01:12:17 AM
Neil is very clever and I am very chuffed :D
Post by: J-sews on September 13, 2009, 01:18:09 AM
Late to the party here I know, but it is a fab mod and for a good cause too ;)
Neil is very clever and I am very chuffed :D
Yes, but are you chuffed enough to do this? (http://fc04.deviantart.com/fs7/i/2005/195/a/a/_bootyshake__by_neek_zique.gif)
:D
Post by: Nightshade on September 13, 2009, 01:45:47 AM
This one belongs to Nuphoria..
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-1.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-1.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-2.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-2.jpg)
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-3.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-3.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-4.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-4.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-5.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-5.jpg)
Made up from an already pocket worn copper Cadet that's then had the bare aluminium parts polished. Fitted with some older 84mm scissors plus a wood saw from a My First Plus.
Neil,
Darn nice work, that is. :tu:
Post by: duckman1975 on September 13, 2009, 01:53:27 AM
Which is a little concerning as I assure you there was no photoshop trickery or masks involved :ahhh
You know what they say about a reflection being the true image of a man.... ;)
I'll console myself with the fact that it is a convex surface so in reality that reflection is of about half the room :D
If that's what makes you feel better, you keep telling yourself that. :tu:
Actually that was for your benefit so you slept better :D
Not a full moon on Saturday is it :think:
It would seem that there is no moon at all.
(http://www.fishing-forum.info/moonphase-2009/moonphase-september-2009.gif)
:ahhh
No moon at all?! :o Eeek, that's when Neil breaks out his "night stalker" mod! :ahhh
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/sicklesak.jpg)
I pity the fool who pocket carry one of those :D
Post by: Tinnie on September 13, 2009, 02:33:29 AM
This one belongs to Nuphoria..
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-1.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-1.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-2.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-2.jpg)
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-3.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-3.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-4.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-4.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-5.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-5.jpg)
Made up from an already pocket worn copper Cadet that's then had the bare aluminium parts polished. Fitted with some older 84mm scissors plus a wood saw from a My First Plus.
Aww...when are you going to make me those...
Fine..no 74mm Alu scales for you :P
Post by: Shane769 on September 16, 2009, 08:42:15 AM
This one belongs to Nuphoria..
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-1.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-1.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-2.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-2.jpg)
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-3.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-3.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-4.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-4.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_copper-cadet-mod-5.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=copper-cadet-mod-5.jpg)
Made up from an already pocket worn copper Cadet that's then had the bare aluminium parts polished. Fitted with some older 84mm scissors plus a wood saw from a My First Plus.
She looks like a beauty there Neil, great job mate. :cheers: Now... where can I get one? >:D And what shall it be dubbed? (Need something to call it for the wish list ;))
Post by: nuphoria on September 18, 2009, 03:36:42 PM
Post by: Zack on September 18, 2009, 03:39:37 PM
Post by: Neil on September 18, 2009, 03:44:30 PM
Its got a ring to it :P
Post by: Benner on September 18, 2009, 03:49:39 PM
84mm Copper Huntsman with Nail File Instead of Small Blade
Its got a ring to it :P
Or, 84mm Alox Golfer. :P
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on September 18, 2009, 03:52:23 PM
84mm Copper Huntsman with Nail File Instead of Small Blade, also known as the 84mm Alox Golfer built by Neil. (http://fc04.deviantart.com/fs7/i/2005/195/a/a/_bootyshake__by_neek_zique.gif)
Post by: nuphoria on September 18, 2009, 04:13:10 PM
But what, no cheeky acronyms? :pok: >:D
Post by: nuphoria on September 18, 2009, 04:14:07 PM
Neils' Alox Designer Sak :D
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on September 18, 2009, 04:30:35 PM
Post by: Shane769 on September 18, 2009, 05:17:33 PM
Post by: Neil on September 21, 2009, 11:44:53 PM
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/illuminated-scientist-1.jpg)
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/illuminated-scientist-2.jpg)
Despite its different tool set I still class it as being a Scientist derivation. Perhaps the Illuminated Scientist :think: bit dull.
Post by: DaveK on September 21, 2009, 11:47:30 PM
Stupid hobby. :D
Post by: Neil on September 21, 2009, 11:48:47 PM
I nearly posted on this thread tonight, but I over-peened the b***ard and threw it >:(
Stupid hobby. :D
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/MODDERSSUCK.jpg)
:D
Post by: DaveK on September 21, 2009, 11:50:07 PM
Post by: Gareth on September 21, 2009, 11:50:24 PM
Post by: Mr. Whippy on September 21, 2009, 11:51:58 PM
Very, very nice Neil. :salute: I can see why you still think of it as a Scientist as well, it certainly makes sense to me. How about the "Photonologist"? ;)
Seems a bit "quarky" to me...
Post by: Neil on September 21, 2009, 11:52:32 PM
Post by: Gareth on September 21, 2009, 11:53:26 PM
Very, very nice Neil. :salute: I can see why you still think of it as a Scientist as well, it certainly makes sense to me. How about the "Photonologist"? ;)
Seems a bit "quarky" to me...
<groan>
:D
Post by: Neil on September 21, 2009, 11:55:29 PM
@!?hwqyu"!
Oh dear, I think Dave managed to peen his fingers at the same time, that's got to hurt :cry: ;)
Post by: DaveK on September 22, 2009, 12:11:44 AM
Post by: Neil on September 22, 2009, 12:13:46 AM
What tools are you putting in it?
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on September 22, 2009, 12:16:08 AM
Thinking about it... Golfer Lite :P(http://fc07.deviantart.com/images/i/2002/37/6/7/Mon_dieu.gif) :D
Post by: DaveK on September 22, 2009, 12:16:43 AM
I don't want bits sticking out of the back.
It probably could have been saved, if I hadn't hurled it at the garage door. :P The liners are a bit bent.
Post by: Neil on September 22, 2009, 12:21:07 AM
A big blade, magnifying glass and phillips. That's it :D
I don't want bits sticking out of the back.
It probably could have been saved, if I hadn't hurled it at the garage door. :P The liners are a bit bent.
:oops:
You're not the first modder to attempt garage door remodelling with duff SAKs :D
Post by: DaveK on September 22, 2009, 12:23:55 AM
Post by: Neil on September 22, 2009, 12:27:12 AM
Post by: Zack on September 23, 2009, 04:04:16 PM
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/zrfraser/DSC_2665.jpg)
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/zrfraser/DSC_2666.jpg)
Post by: cgk on September 23, 2009, 05:27:21 PM
Post by: Shane769 on September 23, 2009, 05:27:42 PM
Post by: Zack on September 23, 2009, 05:37:46 PM
Post by: Neil on September 29, 2009, 12:02:12 AM
This is an ongoing experiment to see if replacing the pin in 93mm SAKs with a tube is reliable. So far so good but I still wouldn't be prepared to let one out of my hands as yet. Perhaps next year if all still looks good.
My EDC Farmer and a Farmer minus opener layer, both are my SAKs of choice if I'm off for a woodland walk.
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/woods.jpg)
Anyone else done the same with good or bad results?
Post by: Benner on September 29, 2009, 12:04:39 AM
Those look great. :tu:
Post by: nuphoria on September 29, 2009, 12:06:31 AM
I'm interested to hear how that tube holds up to more abuse.
Post by: Gareth on September 29, 2009, 12:11:02 AM
Post by: Neil on September 29, 2009, 12:12:42 AM
Gonna have to pocket my SI for a while now me thinks. :D
Those look great. :tu:
As Mike would say.. wot no saw :D
Lovely job Neil :tu:
I'm interested to hear how that tube holds up to more abuse.
Thanks, so am I :) I know of a few people who would appreciate this on a mod but until I've given it some hard use I wouldn't want to risk it. On factory alox you can of course just drill a small hole in the centre of the pin to allow a clip to be attached but I'm not too confident in doing it this way on a manually peened piece, hence the great tubing experiment ;)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on September 29, 2009, 07:24:44 AM
Heathen ::)Gonna have to pocket my SI for a while now me thinks. :D
Those look great. :tu:
As Mike would say.. wot no saw :DLovely job Neil :tu:
I'm interested to hear how that tube holds up to more abuse.
Thanks, so am I :) I know of a few people who would appreciate this on a mod but until I've given it some hard use I wouldn't want to risk it. On factory alox you can of course just drill a small hole in the centre of the pin to allow a clip to be attached but I'm not too confident in doing it this way on a manually peened piece, hence the great tubing experiment ;)
Cracking mod that mate :tu: I'll be interested in hearing how well it holds up too :)
Post by: Ben X on September 29, 2009, 10:16:45 AM
Post by: WH867 on October 01, 2009, 01:14:50 AM
Looking for name suggestions on the soldier. The other one is officially the Serrated Cyber Explorer 8).
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu305/horsehunter64/101_4129.jpg)
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu305/horsehunter64/101_4150.jpg)
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu305/horsehunter64/101_4149.jpg)
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu305/horsehunter64/101_4135.jpg)
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu305/horsehunter64/101_4139.jpg)
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu305/horsehunter64/101_4093.jpg)
Post by: cliosguy on October 01, 2009, 01:23:02 AM
Post by: Benner on October 01, 2009, 01:30:29 AM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on October 01, 2009, 01:44:11 AM
Post by: Blackout on October 01, 2009, 01:53:00 AM
Post by: Neil on October 01, 2009, 01:56:27 AM
They're excellent pictures :salute:
Post by: MultiMat on October 01, 2009, 02:02:28 AM
Neil :salute: :salute:
Post by: DaveK on October 01, 2009, 02:14:24 AM
Don't know why - it just sounds good :P
Post by: Zack on October 01, 2009, 02:18:45 AM
Post by: Neil on October 01, 2009, 02:23:16 AM
What >:( ???
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on October 01, 2009, 02:48:56 AM
I wanted to call it The Big Golfer(http://fc07.deviantart.com/images/i/2002/37/6/7/Mon_dieu.gif) (http://fc02.deviantart.com/fs10/i/2006/115/a/6/Wedgie_by_dalmatianluver.gif)
What >:( ???
Post by: Blackout on October 01, 2009, 03:04:04 AM
Soldier extra
Super Soldier
Soldier XL
Super sized Soldier
:think:
Post by: J-sews on October 01, 2009, 03:29:45 AM
Post by: Bowman1911 on October 01, 2009, 04:05:18 AM
Post by: Gareth on October 01, 2009, 09:27:08 AM
Post by: WH867 on October 01, 2009, 09:36:32 AM
Very, very nice work Neil. :salute: You're a lucky chap Dennis. As to a name how about: The Brigadier? I think the magnifier is putting me in mind of a monocle. :DNot bad. But monocle makes me think of Colonel Klink :D
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on October 01, 2009, 10:41:49 AM
+1 on the Brigadier :)Very, very nice work Neil. :salute: You're a lucky chap Dennis. As to a name how about: The Brigadier? I think the magnifier is putting me in mind of a monocle. :DNot bad. But monocle makes me think of Colonel Klink :D
Damn fine mods Neil mate :gimme:
Post by: yud on October 01, 2009, 03:40:47 PM
Post by: Ninjaz on October 03, 2009, 01:47:22 AM
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu305/horsehunter64/101_4129.jpg)
Very nice saks you got there WH867.
Love your work, Neil :tu: The rivets on the soldier are nice - I like the sink in the middle - make them special.
Post by: Neil on October 03, 2009, 01:56:07 AM
So are you any closer to naming the alox one Dennis?
Post by: WH867 on October 03, 2009, 03:29:33 AM
Thanks a lot folks :tu:Brigadier is the best I heard so far. But no rush. The knife is'nt going anywhere :D
So are you any closer to naming the alox one Dennis?
Post by: cliosguy on October 03, 2009, 03:38:15 AM
Post by: Neil on October 03, 2009, 04:30:54 PM
Post by: DaveK on October 03, 2009, 06:18:50 PM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on October 03, 2009, 07:09:38 PM
Nah, Dennis isn't British, he can probably figure it out for himself :D:D
Post by: Shane769 on October 04, 2009, 10:26:56 AM
Post by: nuphoria on October 04, 2009, 01:26:19 PM
Top dollar mate :cheers:
Post by: Gareth on October 05, 2009, 10:34:21 AM
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/DSCF1563.jpg)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on October 05, 2009, 02:53:59 PM
Post by: Gareth on October 09, 2009, 12:04:02 PM
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/DSCF1567.jpg)
The next one I had to strip the whole thing down and make from scratch, 58mm mods really are fiddly. ::) What I ended up with was a Rally variation with the emergency blade, what I've been thinking of as the Rescue Rally.
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/DSCF1570.jpg)
I hope you like them.
Post by: Neil on October 09, 2009, 12:06:16 PM
So what's next :pok: ;)
Post by: Gareth on October 09, 2009, 12:07:23 PM
Good to see you having a bit of 58mm fun :D
So what's next :pok: ;)
After the cursing done this morning? Not anything in 58mm. >:( ;)
Post by: Neil on October 09, 2009, 12:09:15 PM
I'd say move to 74mm but its not much better actually, just stiffer springs. What about 108mm :P
Post by: nuphoria on October 09, 2009, 12:25:08 PM
Post by: Gareth on October 09, 2009, 12:26:56 PM
Nice work Gareth... I've been avoid that 58mm tinkering myself! :ahhh
Ah, ignore my moaning, it's not that bad. Honest. :angel:
Post by: Neil on October 09, 2009, 12:34:26 PM
Nice work Gareth... I've been avoid that 58mm tinkering myself! :ahhh
I've a pile of broken Classics if you want some play things :)
Post by: nuphoria on October 09, 2009, 01:13:24 PM
I have a few classics lying around but I'd be more interested in the harder to find parts to play with ;)
Post by: Gareth on October 09, 2009, 01:17:31 PM
:D
I'd say move to 74mm but its not much better actually, just stiffer springs. What about 108mm :P
On that thought Neil, how about a pic of your 74mm with combo tool mod? :pok:
Post by: Neil on October 09, 2009, 01:23:38 PM
Its the one on the left.. (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_UKPK.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=UKPK.jpg)
Better pics..
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/bottleopener.jpg)
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/elbowfordunc.jpg)
Its looking a bit rough theses days. Two years of daily carry in my change pocket can do that to a SAK :) Still works fine though, was using it this morning, in fact its probably my most used SAK.
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on October 09, 2009, 02:53:36 PM
Post by: Gareth on October 09, 2009, 03:00:17 PM
I've been mulling a 74mm combo tool mod with Alox Money Clip scales...
Oooh, that sounds nice!
BTW Neil, what is the full tool list on your mod? Combo tool, blade, small blade?, scissors, large file?
Post by: Neil on October 09, 2009, 03:06:44 PM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on October 09, 2009, 03:12:07 PM
Post by: Gareth on October 09, 2009, 03:18:56 PM
What do you guys think of adding a Combo tool layer with both Phillips and Flat head tools? Too redundant?
I might be tempted to add the orange peeler rather than the flat headed combo tool. if your not going to use that the I don't see the flat head combo as redundent.
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on October 09, 2009, 03:24:56 PM
Maybe I'll have a look at remodeling an abused main blade into a pick/pokey thing tool like that found on the Wenger PTC.
Post by: Gareth on October 09, 2009, 03:37:30 PM
:think: my first thought was the possibility of using another 58mm tool/tools, but I think the nail nicks would be lost, right?
Hummm...
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on October 09, 2009, 03:42:59 PM
Ah OK, I see the issue.Putting the layer in the center of the knife may allow the nicks to stand clear. Since they are 58mm blades the nicks are closer to the pivots...which may make them more accessible on a 74mm frame.
:think: my first thought was the possibility of using another 58mm tool/tools, but I think the nail nicks would be lost, right?
Hummm...
Post by: Gareth on October 09, 2009, 03:54:18 PM
I think if it were me I'd go for something like this: main blade+small file, orange peeler, combo tool, scissors. Almost all of the original functions of the Executive but with the added combo tool. In fact that sounds like a rather good SAK to me, something to have a go at myself in the future (even if you decide to do it ;)).
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on October 09, 2009, 03:58:27 PM
I have to say this having to balance out the sides is making my brain hurt. :ahhh:D
Post by: Gareth on October 09, 2009, 04:31:14 PM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on October 09, 2009, 04:45:06 PM
I've got it. SPARE SCISSORS!......OK, maybe not. :-\(http://fc07.deviantart.com/images/i/2002/37/6/7/Mon_dieu.gif)
Post by: Gareth on October 09, 2009, 05:08:22 PM
I've got it. SPARE SCISSORS!......OK, maybe not. :-\(http://fc07.deviantart.com/images/i/2002/37/6/7/Mon_dieu.gif)
At least you can't say I'm not consistent. :D
Post by: Neil on October 09, 2009, 09:50:31 PM
I have to say this having to balance out the sides is making my brain hurt. :ahhh
I think if it were me I'd go for something like this: main blade+small file, orange peeler, combo tool, scissors. Almost all of the original functions of the Executive but with the added combo tool. In fact that sounds like a rather good SAK to me, something to have a go at myself in the future (even if you decide to do it ;)).
I hate to break it to you but that doesn't balance either :-\ Things get even more fun if you try and tools from other sized SAKs ::)
Post by: Gareth on October 09, 2009, 11:15:34 PM
I have to say this having to balance out the sides is making my brain hurt. :ahhh
I think if it were me I'd go for something like this: main blade+small file, orange peeler, combo tool, scissors. Almost all of the original functions of the Executive but with the added combo tool. In fact that sounds like a rather good SAK to me, something to have a go at myself in the future (even if you decide to do it ;)).
I hate to break it to you but that doesn't balance either :-\ Things get even more fun if you try and tools from other sized SAKs ::)
Arrrrrrrgh! :ahhh
Did I say how much I love the 84 and 91mm format?
Post by: Neil on October 09, 2009, 11:22:57 PM
Post by: Gareth on October 09, 2009, 11:27:11 PM
That's a point. Why not do something in 93mm :tu:
That at least, doesn't make my head hurt. :)
Post by: Neil on October 09, 2009, 11:32:14 PM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on October 09, 2009, 11:58:37 PM
Yeah I noticed that right away this morning...didn't say anything at the time because I was afraid his melon would explode (http://fc02.deviantart.com/fs32/f/2008/223/3/4/_overreact__by_ScreamingGerbil.gif) :DI have to say this having to balance out the sides is making my brain hurt. :ahhh
I think if it were me I'd go for something like this: main blade+small file, orange peeler, combo tool, scissors. Almost all of the original functions of the Executive but with the added combo tool. In fact that sounds like a rather good SAK to me, something to have a go at myself in the future (even if you decide to do it ;)).
I hate to break it to you but that doesn't balance either :-\ Things get even more fun if you try and tools from other sized SAKs ::)
Post by: Taninaree on October 25, 2009, 07:39:54 AM
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2717/4039469248_dcb6224201_o.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3513/4039469260_a756c17080_o.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2769/4041217617_c180f492b3_o.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2595/4041217595_74f5d446f0_o.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3508/4041956922_8813b598b3_o.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2717/4041956908_8313ba1df5_o.jpg)
Post by: Freudian Frog on October 25, 2009, 08:05:17 AM
Hi' Guy , I just finished my project on the newer scale , There are made from printed circuit board of old DDR- RAM.
Wow! :o
What a great idea... if I ever own a CyberTool that's what I'm doing! :D
Oh, and I don't think I've ever welcomed you, so.... welcome!
Post by: cgk on October 25, 2009, 08:13:06 AM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on October 25, 2009, 08:40:53 AM
Post by: AHB on October 25, 2009, 08:40:59 AM
Hi' Guy , I just finished my project on the newer scale , There are made from printed circuit board of old DDR- RAM.Hands down, that's one of the coolest scales I ever seen... :tu: :tu:
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2717/4041956908_8313ba1df5_o.jpg)
Great job and clever thinking.. 8)
Post by: Taninaree on October 25, 2009, 09:00:24 AM
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2503/3935437817_66db4353fc_o.jpg)
(http://upic.me/i/dr/8ugv4.jpg)
(http://[http://upic.me/i/8p/fp410.jpg/img]
[img]http://upic.me/i/3g/ccfs9.jpg)
(http://upic.me/i/p5/avte7.jpg)
Post by: Taninaree on October 25, 2009, 09:02:31 AM
(http://upic.me/i/p5/avte7.jpg)
Post by: Santos on October 25, 2009, 09:10:14 AM
Post by: MultiMat on October 25, 2009, 09:44:48 AM
Hi' Guy , I just finished my project on the newer scale , There are made from printed circuit board of old DDR- RAM.
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2717/4039469248_dcb6224201_o.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3513/4039469260_a756c17080_o.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2769/4041217617_c180f492b3_o.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2595/4041217595_74f5d446f0_o.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3508/4041956922_8813b598b3_o.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2717/4041956908_8313ba1df5_o.jpg)
That looks very cool reminds me of the Camillus Cuda Circuit Board , which I am very keen to own one day :D :D
(http://www.coltelleriacollini.it/intershop/Large/3097.jpg)
Post by: Ninjaz on October 25, 2009, 02:44:58 PM
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2595/4041217595_74f5d446f0_o.jpg):drool: :drool: This is awsome. :gimme: :gimme:
It is the best scales I even saw and now I got to get one of those - Anyone going to make some of those ?
Post by: nuphoria on October 25, 2009, 04:26:27 PM
Post by: Neil on October 25, 2009, 04:32:24 PM
Post by: Benner on October 25, 2009, 06:32:09 PM
Post by: jzmtl on October 25, 2009, 11:53:46 PM
Dang I have a cybertool coming, but all my scrap RAM's have components on both side. :(
Post by: Taninaree on October 26, 2009, 02:10:57 AM
That's a very good idea for scale!
Dang I have a cybertool coming, but all my scrap RAM's have components on both side. :(
Welcome Sir' Hope you like it :D
The components , I used the Hot-Air + desoldering workstation to take it out.
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2582/4039469252_d562e12203_o.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2433/4039473084_bd7047a166_o.jpg)
Post by: Ben X on October 26, 2009, 08:18:09 AM
Post by: Santos on October 26, 2009, 10:06:38 AM
Post by: Taninaree on October 26, 2009, 11:31:19 AM
Watch out, Vic will be offering that soon if you go posting that too much! Seriously, set up shop and make a ton of those if it doesn't take a month and a half for each pair :P Seriously, this is the coolest scale job I have ever seen. As others have said, the only way it could be better is to grove it our for the tweezers, toothpick, and hey, might as well do the pen slot too! :P Excellent work mate :tu:
Thank you , Also I have to plan insert all your recommend option to next version as soon as I can . thank again for goot coments.
Regards.
Post by: Neil on October 26, 2009, 03:12:25 PM
If you have an old clothes iron of the travelling variety that fold flat they can be used (upside down) as well.
We're getting seriously into the territory of maiming, injuring, burning down of houses etc. here.
:pok: So don't do any of the above you hear ;)
Post by: jzmtl on October 26, 2009, 08:49:10 PM
Sure hope I don't F it up being it's my first scale job, I only have one pair of spare RAM. :-X
Post by: ari6126 on November 01, 2009, 12:38:10 AM
Post by: nuphoria on November 01, 2009, 01:13:45 AM
Post by: ari6126 on November 01, 2009, 01:15:17 AM
Post by: Taninaree on November 01, 2009, 03:45:55 PM
(http://upic.me/i/xe/vicfibercarbon2.jpg)
(http://upic.me/i/rw/vicfibercarbon3.jpg)
Post by: Taninaree on November 01, 2009, 03:47:41 PM
(http://upic.me/i/t4/vicfibercarbon6.jpg)
(http://upic.me/i/sa/vicfibercarbon1.jpg)
;)
Post by: Santos on November 02, 2009, 11:57:15 AM
Post by: Mike 56 on November 05, 2009, 01:00:38 AM
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/51colt/360.jpg)
The frist mod i did was make a 91mm Gourmet out of a Tinker. (Garth's mod)
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/51colt/363.jpg)
The second mod was a apprentice made from a Waiter. The Philip blade came from the Tinker (Neil's mod) http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,9057.15.html
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/51colt/366.jpg)
The third mod was Garth's Huntsman Lite that i added new white plus scales and added a second set of tweezers (Neil's mod)
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/51colt/361.jpg)
Post by: Benner on November 05, 2009, 01:01:57 AM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on November 05, 2009, 07:17:39 AM
Post by: Neil on November 05, 2009, 10:25:56 AM
Post by: Gareth on November 05, 2009, 10:34:37 AM
Today i did some easy mods to practice.
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/51colt/360.jpg)
The frist mod i did was make a 91mm Gourmet out of a Tinker. (Garth's mod)
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/51colt/363.jpg)
The second mod was a apprentice made from a Waiter. The Philip blade came from the Tinker (Neil's mod) http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,9057.15.html
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/51colt/366.jpg)
The third mod was Garth's Huntsman Lite* that i added new white plus scales and added a second set of tweezers (Neil's mod)
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/51colt/361.jpg)
Well done Mike. :tu: So did everything go to plan?
*just to note it's called the Huntsman Slim. ;)
Post by: Mike 56 on November 05, 2009, 03:33:07 PM
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/51colt/008-7.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on November 05, 2009, 05:03:55 PM
Quote
Sorry about about calling it a Huntsman Lite
That's fine Mike, in fact I wanted to call it the "Huntsman Light" but realised that the name was already in use so went with the "Slim" name to avoid confusion (not that it worked, 'cos you're certainly not the first to mix it up). Ah well. :D
Post by: Santos on November 06, 2009, 12:55:12 AM
QuoteSorry about about calling it a Huntsman Lite
That's fine Mike, in fact I wanted to call it the "Huntsman Light" but realised that the name was already in use so went with the "Slim" name to avoid confusion (not that it worked, 'cos you're certainly not the first to mix it up). Ah well. :D
I would like to mediate on the issue.. put aside this huntsman word and call it the Forager™
Post by: cliosguy on November 06, 2009, 01:11:45 AM
That's The newer of my friend projects based on carbon fiber scale. Tks.
(http://upic.me/i/xe/vicfibercarbon2.jpg)
(http://upic.me/i/rw/vicfibercarbon3.jpg)
awesome :drool:
that baby would look lovely next to my custom(by a unknown guy) OHT CF
(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_l0qQyLFdIrg/SZ4i8a09-XI/AAAAAAAADjQ/YzcCkg6qsRQ/s640/DSCN2295.JPG)
Post by: DaveK on November 06, 2009, 01:17:00 AM
That's The newer of my friend projects based on carbon fiber scale. Tks.
(http://upic.me/i/xe/vicfibercarbon2.jpg)
(http://upic.me/i/rw/vicfibercarbon3.jpg)
I like what you've done with the edges of the CF there. used CF scales on my very first mod, and struggled and deliberated for ages on how to finish the edges. I ended up with something very similar (but not as good I think) as yours. Nice job.
Post by: nuphoria on November 08, 2009, 05:08:44 PM
Post by: Taninaree on November 15, 2009, 08:22:08 AM
(http://upic.me/i/ia/pcb2.2.jpg)
(http://upic.me/i/gp/pcb1.9.jpg)
(http://upic.me/i/98/pcb2.1.jpg)
(http://upic.me/i/rl/pcb2.0.jpg)
Post by: Taninaree on November 15, 2009, 08:27:57 AM
(http://upic.me/i/l9/pcb1.5.jpg)
(http://upic.me/i/a4/pcb1.6.jpg)
Post by: AHB on November 15, 2009, 08:33:21 AM
:drool: :gimme:
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on November 15, 2009, 09:49:32 AM
Post by: Gareth on November 15, 2009, 10:24:14 AM
Post by: Taninaree on November 15, 2009, 11:58:55 AM
That's excellent work, Taninaree :tu: :tu:
:drool: :gimme:
Thks Sir' :D
Post by: Taninaree on November 15, 2009, 12:00:11 PM
Very fine job that mate :tu:
Thks You ;)
Post by: Taninaree on November 15, 2009, 12:05:12 PM
They look excellent Taninaree. :salute: Is there any way you could get them a little more glossy? I think the finish is just a little too 'matt' for my taste.
Thank for very goot coments. ;)
Post by: Benner on November 15, 2009, 03:45:08 PM
Post by: nuphoria on November 15, 2009, 04:37:54 PM
Post by: Taninaree on November 16, 2009, 10:16:28 AM
Good day All , The Pics are my second projects of my printed circuit board from old DDR -RAM and add on black micata on based and fixed it's by epoxy. I would wecome for any coments please. :D
(http://upic.me/i/ia/pcb2.2.jpg)
(http://upic.me/i/gp/pcb1.9.jpg)
(http://upic.me/i/98/pcb2.1.jpg)
(http://upic.me/i/rl/pcb2.0.jpg)
(http://upic.me/i/48/pcb2.5.jpg)
(http://[http://upic.me/i/am/pcb2.3.jpg/img][img]http://upic.me/i/bu/pcb2.4.jpg)
Post by: sardauker on November 16, 2009, 10:54:19 AM
Post by: MultiMat on November 26, 2009, 02:36:53 PM
Post by: jojobos on December 01, 2009, 12:11:07 AM
I took the saw out of OHT and shortened the blade to be able to carry in my city. >:D
(http://img686.imageshack.us/img686/8763/dscn1897.jpg) (http://img686.imageshack.us/i/dscn1897.jpg/)
(http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/8093/dscn1905f.jpg) (http://img34.imageshack.us/i/dscn1905f.jpg/)
(http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/2397/dscn1908o.jpg) (http://img189.imageshack.us/i/dscn1908o.jpg/)
Post by: Sazabi on December 01, 2009, 12:14:47 AM
Very nice mods!!
I took the saw out of OHT and shortened the blade to be able to carry in my city. >:D
(http://img686.imageshack.us/img686/8763/dscn1897.jpg) (http://img686.imageshack.us/i/dscn1897.jpg/)
(http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/8093/dscn1905f.jpg) (http://img34.imageshack.us/i/dscn1905f.jpg/)
(http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/2397/dscn1908o.jpg) (http://img189.imageshack.us/i/dscn1908o.jpg/)
It looks interesting... now if only someone could shape an OHT's blade to look like a Spyderco Kiwi's. XD
Post by: Neil on December 01, 2009, 12:18:15 AM
Post by: Benner on December 01, 2009, 12:32:32 AM
Post by: cliosguy on December 01, 2009, 12:38:43 AM
Post by: ari6126 on December 01, 2009, 03:56:29 AM
Post by: nuphoria on December 01, 2009, 10:00:59 AM
Post by: jojobos on December 02, 2009, 01:40:51 AM
Yeh it still locks. >:D >:D The law is definitely getting crazy. I don't like it!! but.. :rant: :rant: :ahhh
One more pic. You know I would really like the classic red scale on this.
(http://img10.imageshack.us/img10/3101/dscn1925n.jpg) (http://img10.imageshack.us/i/dscn1925n.jpg/)
Post by: Taninaree on December 02, 2009, 11:57:57 AM
(http://upic.me/i/nt/fuho1.jpg)
(http://upic.me/i/fv/xuho3.jpg)
(http://upic.me/i/ch/4uho4.jpg)
(http://upic.me/i/sz/duho5.jpg)
(http://upic.me/i/6l/kuho6.jpg)
Post by: Neil on December 02, 2009, 11:59:13 AM
Post by: AHB on December 02, 2009, 12:00:10 PM
Post by: Benner on December 02, 2009, 03:36:00 PM
Post by: Shane769 on December 02, 2009, 04:57:09 PM
Post by: nuphoria on December 02, 2009, 06:07:46 PM
Post by: thermox on December 02, 2009, 07:04:34 PM
Post by: ari6126 on December 03, 2009, 03:00:58 AM
Post by: Taninaree on December 03, 2009, 02:27:14 PM
Looks really good with the computer scales. I particularly like also your idea of photographing the knife with plans for a sailing ship as a background, with the PCB wiring on the scales mirrored by rigging on the ship. Given your attention to detail, I'm betting it's not accidental! :tu:
Thank you very much for all coments . Yes I like a wood ship model and I have plan to build one anyway my local very hard to find the book or material .
Post by: Taninaree on December 03, 2009, 02:28:26 PM
That classic looks really cute :)
:D ;)
Post by: Taninaree on December 03, 2009, 02:28:56 PM
:tu: They work very well.
;) :)
Post by: cryptrick on December 04, 2009, 10:44:18 PM
Post by: Shane769 on December 05, 2009, 09:25:51 PM
Post by: GraysonK on December 07, 2009, 03:42:26 AM
Right now, if I could mod SAKs and had the parts for it, I would make that nice little one jazzbass put a picture of the other day. The one with a main blade, saw, cap lifter and phillips driver, but on EcoLine scales and the tweezer/toothpick slots. That would be all I would ever truly need in an EDC rolled SAK. :drool:Shane, I'm waiting for you to figure out how to make SAK scales out of skis or something :D :D
Post by: Shane769 on December 07, 2009, 06:24:15 AM
What? And WASTE A PERFECTLY GOOD PAIR OF SKIS?!?! :ahhh :ahhh :ahhhRight now, if I could mod SAKs and had the parts for it, I would make that nice little one jazzbass put a picture of the other day. The one with a main blade, saw, cap lifter and phillips driver, but on EcoLine scales and the tweezer/toothpick slots. That would be all I would ever truly need in an EDC rolled SAK. :drool:Shane, I'm waiting for you to figure out how to make SAK scales out of skis or something :D :D
Good idea though... ;)
Post by: Gareth on December 07, 2009, 09:22:03 AM
Right now, if I could mod SAKs and had the parts for it, I would make that nice little one jazzbass put a picture of the other day. The one with a main blade, saw, cap lifter and phillips driver, but on EcoLine scales and the tweezer/toothpick slots. That would be all I would ever truly need in an EDC rolled SAK. :drool:
A hypothetical question: would you have it as a 91mm or a 84mm SAK?
Post by: Shane769 on December 07, 2009, 10:28:28 PM
I have not even considered that... Probably the 84mm to keep it compact, but the 91mm has its advantages too... :ahhhRight now, if I could mod SAKs and had the parts for it, I would make that nice little one jazzbass put a picture of the other day. The one with a main blade, saw, cap lifter and phillips driver, but on EcoLine scales and the tweezer/toothpick slots. That would be all I would ever truly need in an EDC rolled SAK. :drool:
A hypothetical question: would you have it as a 91mm or a 84mm SAK?
I guess it would depend on what is easiest to do, seeing as I have never modded, and also have no stuff for it. Maybe I should get someone to do it for me... Or send me stuff to do it... and the know-how to do it... :think:
Post by: Shane769 on December 10, 2009, 07:40:46 AM
I guess it is an 84mm, seeing as it is basically a Lumberjack/My First Victorinox variant...I have not even considered that... Probably the 84mm to keep it compact, but the 91mm has its advantages too... :ahhhRight now, if I could mod SAKs and had the parts for it, I would make that nice little one jazzbass put a picture of the other day. The one with a main blade, saw, cap lifter and phillips driver, but on EcoLine scales and the tweezer/toothpick slots. That would be all I would ever truly need in an EDC rolled SAK. :drool:
A hypothetical question: would you have it as a 91mm or a 84mm SAK?
I guess it would depend on what is easiest to do, seeing as I have never modded, and also have no stuff for it. Maybe I should get someone to do it for me... Or send me stuff to do it... and the know-how to do it... :think:
Post by: Santos on December 10, 2009, 02:38:16 PM
It would give you all the parts to have a finescrewdriver or awl on the saw backspring ... then there Pen and pin with the pls scales
Post by: Taninaree on December 10, 2009, 02:59:16 PM
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2541/4174002580_77fd18c559_o.gif)
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Post by: ari6126 on December 10, 2009, 03:14:07 PM
Post by: Zed on December 15, 2009, 03:49:16 PM
paul
Post by: nuphoria on December 15, 2009, 04:17:39 PM
There's also a lot of talented people here who are happy to help when you start ripping apart your victims to make your beautiful frankensaks >:D
Post by: Zed on December 15, 2009, 05:45:20 PM
There sure is some good stuff Paul :tu:
There's also a lot of talented people here who are happy to help when you start ripping apart your victims to make your beautiful frankensaks >:D
cheers mate, i love modding stuff ive done a few watches including the 6309 i wear, ive always been into having different stuff be it motor bikes or even bicycles lol, but even though im new to SAK collecting, ive been into knives since i was 13 and im 39 now so a while, and already i can see the benefit making your own SAK to get the tools you most need, i would love to have a stag type grip as ive seen on here but guess that is pretty hard unless i could buy one, i like that old style look,
paul
Post by: yud on December 19, 2009, 08:17:30 PM
(http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs017.snc3/12469_1170251062411_1412019593_30409840_1181616_n.jpg)
(http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs017.snc3/12469_1170251822430_1412019593_30409843_1041694_n.jpg)
It is a Classic with Basswood, Brass, a Red (unknown type of wood); coated in super gule.
what do ya'll think
Post by: Shane769 on December 19, 2009, 09:35:30 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on December 19, 2009, 10:19:24 PM
Post by: Benner on December 20, 2009, 01:06:54 AM
Post by: DaveK on December 20, 2009, 01:13:06 AM
Post by: nuphoria on December 20, 2009, 01:35:57 AM
If it doesn't work long term, I'd sand it off and use something like yacht varnish :)
Post by: J-sews on December 20, 2009, 01:44:02 AM
Post by: yud on December 20, 2009, 01:46:39 AM
Nice choice of materials... not sure how super glue will hold up though :think:thanks guys
If it doesn't work long term, I'd sand it off and use something like yacht varnish :)
I don't know how long it will hold up either. But I have used it before in a similar way on gliders.
Post by: DaveK on December 20, 2009, 03:54:09 AM
I used it on a few SAK scales and it seems to hold up pretty well.
Post by: Magnus on December 20, 2009, 09:38:11 AM
Post by: Gareth on December 20, 2009, 12:05:46 PM
Post by: Zed on December 20, 2009, 12:53:47 PM
paul
Post by: Neil on December 20, 2009, 03:28:21 PM
Post by: Taninaree on December 20, 2009, 04:16:47 PM
Post by: yud on December 25, 2009, 08:41:28 PM
Post by: Taninaree on December 31, 2009, 02:23:44 PM
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Post by: Gareth on December 31, 2009, 02:34:27 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on December 31, 2009, 03:12:48 PM
Post by: GraysonK on December 31, 2009, 03:14:56 PM
Post by: Santos on December 31, 2009, 03:20:59 PM
Post by: Santos on January 01, 2010, 08:56:03 AM
My Hunts-Key mod , please coments .
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4011/4230356405_f687f7c8b5_o.gif)
You know now that i think of it... you should go back and put that key on the hook layer and return the corkscrew/phillips
for me i am thinking you gave me a reason to own something in alox :D
Post by: Sidhartha on January 03, 2010, 08:06:57 PM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/DSC05189.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/DSC05186.jpg)
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Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on January 03, 2010, 10:13:51 PM
Post by: Neil on January 03, 2010, 11:54:50 PM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/DSC05189.jpg)
Looks like someone had a good Christmas :drink: ;)
Seriously, nicely done scales :tu:
Post by: Sidhartha on January 04, 2010, 01:45:27 AM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/Victorinox/DSC05189.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/Victorinox/DSC05194.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/Victorinox/DSC05186.jpg)
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Post by: Sidhartha on January 04, 2010, 01:51:24 AM
:climber:
Post by: AHB on January 04, 2010, 08:04:42 PM
You're right Mike, it's just awlful... ::) ::):twak: :twak:Aww crap more 'Awl' jokes :D :D
Just when you thought you'd heard them awl ::)
Post by: Gareth on January 05, 2010, 02:51:35 PM
Anyway, nice job Sidhartha. :salute:
Post by: Benner on January 05, 2010, 09:04:39 PM
Post by: Taninaree on January 08, 2010, 03:42:50 PM
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Post by: Taninaree on January 08, 2010, 03:44:29 PM
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Post by: Taninaree on January 08, 2010, 03:46:21 PM
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Post by: sardauker on January 08, 2010, 03:52:41 PM
hasn't it a trasponder? :/
Post by: Santos on January 09, 2010, 03:16:24 AM
I still need the parts to catch up :ahhh
Post by: J-sews on January 09, 2010, 03:20:00 AM
Post by: Taninaree on January 09, 2010, 11:28:04 AM
is that a KIA car key?
hasn't it a trasponder? :/
I used Nissan car :cheers: don't have RF remote , It's under R&D .
Post by: Taninaree on January 09, 2010, 11:30:54 AM
Thats one sexy Hunts-Key-man-thingy :cheers:
I still need the parts to catch up :ahhh
I like this name "Hunts-Key-man-thingy" :D :cheers:
Post by: Taninaree on January 09, 2010, 11:31:57 AM
Goll dang them are nice! :salute:
;) :D
Post by: AHB on January 09, 2010, 01:00:56 PM
Goll dang them are nice! :salute:Bloody brilliant.. :salute: :tu:
Post by: scibeer on January 15, 2010, 09:12:28 AM
Post by: Taninaree on February 21, 2010, 11:06:54 AM
My newer, Thai wood scale based on ONE-HAND model . :D
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Post by: Taninaree on February 21, 2010, 11:07:45 AM
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Post by: Taninaree on February 21, 2010, 11:08:59 AM
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Post by: Gareth on February 21, 2010, 11:10:15 AM
Post by: Zed on February 21, 2010, 11:16:34 AM
(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m279/zed2000/P1010227-9.jpg)
Post by: AHB on February 21, 2010, 12:31:20 PM
Hello AllThat's just BEAUTIFUL mate... :tu: :drool:
My newer, Thai wood scale based on ONE-HAND model . :D
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4046/4373962673_a6943fdf77_o.gif)
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Post by: Benner on February 21, 2010, 12:32:22 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 21, 2010, 01:59:50 PM
And nice mod Paul :)
Post by: Zed on February 21, 2010, 02:11:07 PM
Stunning scales mate :drool:
And nice mod Paul :)
cheers mike , ive not got to the point of taking them apart yet but i will, ive wanted to do this for a while as its not needed as the esquire has the nail pick and scissors on them :tu:
paul
Post by: Neil on February 21, 2010, 02:44:34 PM
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Agreed, great sheath and and scales, really nice work :tu:
Post by: yud on February 21, 2010, 08:49:55 PM
Post by: Taninaree on February 22, 2010, 02:57:24 AM
Post by: ari6126 on March 06, 2010, 08:03:31 PM
Post by: Gareth on March 06, 2010, 08:23:36 PM
Post by: ari6126 on March 06, 2010, 08:29:39 PM
Better for reaching recessed screws? Nice. :tu:
Yep. For me, recessed screws are more common than cans.
Post by: Neil on March 06, 2010, 09:04:23 PM
I did one once but didn't like the aesthetics... that's just because I'm a tart :D I can't help it ::) :-[
Post by: yud on March 06, 2010, 09:56:41 PM
Post by: lwj on March 09, 2010, 04:40:16 AM
I guess I will call it Fisherman's Leftovers.
I played with used/ old scales to see how they will fit. It took the same amount of force to press them on, as new scales and they seams to stay secure.
Would my peening the pins and possibly slightly hammering the bushings caused them to expand in diameter, so as to fit old scales tight, or will they eventualy come off?
Post by: Gareth on March 09, 2010, 10:44:48 AM
Picture of your Fisherman's Leftovers? :pok: :D
Post by: lwj on March 09, 2010, 03:20:45 PM
Picture of your Fisherman's Leftovers? :pok: :D
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Post by: Gareth on March 09, 2010, 05:40:43 PM
Post by: Neil on March 09, 2010, 07:36:08 PM
(see Dunc's posts for details ;) )
Post by: lwj on March 10, 2010, 05:10:56 AM
Post by: Gareth on March 10, 2010, 09:21:53 AM
Post by: cgk on March 11, 2010, 05:19:27 PM
The TechCadet:I had the Dremmel out and was about to do your mod, when another idea came to mind. I did some grinding to sharpen the inside edge of the can opener to make it a clam packaging opener. I did not have a clam pack to open so I tried it on the side of a Gatorade bottle (pretty think plastic) and it worked great.
(http://i876.photobucket.com/albums/ab325/cgk2245/0311001006.jpg)
Post by: Neil on March 11, 2010, 05:49:12 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 11, 2010, 05:55:26 PM
Cool :tu: Anything that helps destroy the evil that is clamshell packaging is good with me :DWe've not seen any mod's from you in a while :pok: :pok:
Post by: Gareth on March 11, 2010, 07:53:38 PM
The TechCadet:I had the Dremmel out and was about to do your mod, when another idea came to mind. I did some grinding to sharpen the inside edge of the can opener to make it a clam packaging opener. I did not have a clam pack to open so I tried it on the side of a Gatorade bottle (pretty think plastic) and it worked great.
(http://i876.photobucket.com/albums/ab325/cgk2245/0311001006.jpg)
Nice. :tu: It's one I keep meaning to do but have never quite gotten around to yet. :-\
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 11, 2010, 09:36:05 PM
Nice job that mate :)The TechCadet:I had the Dremmel out and was about to do your mod, when another idea came to mind. I did some grinding to sharpen the inside edge of the can opener to make it a clam packaging opener. I did not have a clam pack to open so I tried it on the side of a Gatorade bottle (pretty think plastic) and it worked great.
(http://i876.photobucket.com/albums/ab325/cgk2245/0311001006.jpg)
Post by: cgk on March 11, 2010, 09:38:26 PM
Post by: Neil on March 11, 2010, 10:33:08 PM
Cool :tu: Anything that helps destroy the evil that is clamshell packaging is good with me :DWe've not seen any mod's from you in a while :pok: :pok:
I apologise for my tardiness Mike but truth be told I've not made much for myself recently :-\
Post by: Gareth on March 12, 2010, 12:02:44 AM
Cool :tu: Anything that helps destroy the evil that is clamshell packaging is good with me :DWe've not seen any mod's from you in a while :pok: :pok:
I apologise for my tardiness Mike but truth be told I've not made much for myself recently :-\
I know the feeling mate.(http://fc09.deviantart.net/fs32/f/2008/190/9/7/Sad_Yes_or_nod_by_WoodlandSpirit.gif) Need to plan to put aside some time soon.
Post by: Shane769 on March 12, 2010, 08:36:16 AM
Post by: Neil on March 12, 2010, 10:18:27 AM
One of you guys could plan some time and make me the Lumberjack mod I lust for :D I'll happily pay one of ye fine gentlemen for the work :cheers:
Gareth's cheaper than me.....
..... oh, you were on about cost of a mod ;)
In that case toss a coin :D
Post by: Shane769 on March 12, 2010, 10:30:35 AM
Post by: Neil on March 12, 2010, 10:37:19 AM
Post by: Gareth on March 12, 2010, 01:28:10 PM
Cool :tu: Anything that helps destroy the evil that is clamshell packaging is good with me :DWe've not seen any mod's from you in a while :pok: :pok:
I apologise for my tardiness Mike but truth be told I've not made much for myself recently :-\
I know the feeling mate.(http://fc09.deviantart.net/fs32/f/2008/190/9/7/Sad_Yes_or_nod_by_WoodlandSpirit.gif) Need to plan to put aside some time soon.
OK so I had a bit of free time this morning and put it to some use. A first glance this might look the same as my first ever mod the Huntsman slim. However the big difference is that this is only 84mm long. :)
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/overflow/DSCF2408.jpg)
Thanks to Ben X for sourcing me a pair of the 84mm scissors. :tu:
Post by: Neil on March 12, 2010, 01:46:26 PM
Post by: Gareth on March 12, 2010, 01:51:36 PM
Cool, what are you going to call it? Baby Huntsman Slim? Diminutive Huntsman, ...
Huntsman Junior? Suggestions on a postcard please. :D
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 12, 2010, 02:47:39 PM
How about Pygmy Hunter ???
Post by: Neil on March 12, 2010, 02:49:19 PM
Post by: Gareth on March 12, 2010, 02:55:21 PM
Nice job Gareth mate :tu:
How about Pygmy Hunter ???
I actually rather like that. :tu:
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 12, 2010, 02:57:48 PM
Maybe my new found dizzyness has a positive side effect then :DNice job Gareth mate :tu:
How about Pygmy Hunter ???
I actually rather like that. :tu:
Well give me £50 to register it, and the names your's mate :D
Post by: Gareth on March 12, 2010, 03:00:31 PM
Maybe my new found dizzyness has a positive side effect then :DNice job Gareth mate :tu:
How about Pygmy Hunter ???
I actually rather like that. :tu:
Well give me £50 to register it, and the names your's mate :D
Errrr....
'Course it still not as good a name as the Huntsman Weight-watcher.
;)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 12, 2010, 03:01:17 PM
Post by: Neil on March 12, 2010, 03:02:08 PM
Post by: Gareth on March 12, 2010, 03:03:06 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 12, 2010, 03:04:31 PM
Stupid swear filter won't let me have Weight-watcher unhyphenated. ::)We mods can still read it un edited sometimes :D
Post by: Benner on March 13, 2010, 09:06:17 PM
Post by: Gareth on March 13, 2010, 11:11:24 PM
I like Ozzie Hunter. ;) :D
Silly name for a SAK though, it would suit a small baby far better. ;) :D
Post by: J-sews on March 13, 2010, 11:18:43 PM
Nice job Gareth mate :tu:
How about Pygmy Hunter ???
I actually rather like that. :tu:
For hunting pygmies with? ???
(great mod work by the way Gareth!) :tu:
Post by: BlueDot on March 14, 2010, 03:23:52 AM
I did a search, but can no info (tutorial?) on replacing scales on Victorinox knife.
Is this easier than it looks? Any suggestions?
Thanks-
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 14, 2010, 10:28:53 AM
Here ya go...
I did a search, but can no info (tutorial?) on replacing scales on Victorinox knife.
Is this easier than it looks? Any suggestions?
Thanks-
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,12903.0.html
Post by: Gareth on March 14, 2010, 11:00:15 AM
Here ya go...
I did a search, but can no info (tutorial?) on replacing scales on Victorinox knife.
Is this easier than it looks? Any suggestions?
Thanks-
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,12903.0.html
The pictures are on page three. It's very easy BTW and a great way to make your SAK feel brand new.
Post by: BlueDot on March 14, 2010, 08:45:14 PM
Here ya go...
I did a search, but can no info (tutorial?) on replacing scales on Victorinox knife.
Is this easier than it looks? Any suggestions?
Thanks-
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,12903.0.html
It looks like used/replacement scales snap on using bear claws, Barney, or whatever is handy.
New/custom scales need epoxy then?
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 14, 2010, 10:33:06 PM
Usually they'll just pop on mate :)Here ya go...
I did a search, but can no info (tutorial?) on replacing scales on Victorinox knife.
Is this easier than it looks? Any suggestions?
Thanks-
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,12903.0.html
It looks like used/replacement scales snap on using bear claws, Barney, or whatever is handy.
New/custom scales need epoxy then?
Post by: Gareth on March 15, 2010, 12:22:31 AM
Here ya go...
I did a search, but can no info (tutorial?) on replacing scales on Victorinox knife.
Is this easier than it looks? Any suggestions?
Thanks-
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,12903.0.html
It looks like used/replacement scales snap on using bear claws, Barney, or whatever is handy.
New/custom scales need epoxy then?
factory new scales won't need glue at all.
Post by: BlueDot on March 15, 2010, 02:21:21 AM
Thanks.
I picked up a badly abused SAK for $.50 at the flea market as a project. We'll see what develops.
Post by: Shane769 on March 15, 2010, 03:56:10 AM
Thanks.
I picked up a badly abused SAK for $.50 at the flea market as a project. We'll see what develops.
Good luck with that mate :tu:
Post by: BlueDot on March 15, 2010, 04:08:49 AM
I suffer from big ideas, and small budget (and time).
Post by: Kmarr on March 15, 2010, 04:14:55 AM
you and me both brother :salute:
I suffer from big ideas, and small budget (and time).
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 15, 2010, 11:35:21 AM
Oh I know that feeling :D
I suffer from big ideas, and small budget (and time).
Post by: BlueDot on March 15, 2010, 11:39:25 AM
Oh I know that feeling :D
I suffer from big ideas, and small budget (and time).
So I have to live vicariously through you guys. :salute:
Post by: ari6126 on April 04, 2010, 05:59:05 AM
Thanks to Fisting_Chili and gunga for the mod fodder. :mail:
Post by: Neil on April 04, 2010, 10:42:22 AM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on April 04, 2010, 11:20:11 AM
Post by: jazzbass on April 04, 2010, 06:03:34 PM
Yeoman Plus!
Very nice - and good taste. Best EDC knife out there IMO. :tu:
Post by: Gareth on April 05, 2010, 02:31:42 PM
Post by: ari6126 on April 06, 2010, 02:15:21 AM
Post by: Taninaree on April 25, 2010, 03:14:55 PM
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4060/4550065089_31effe68f5_o.gif)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4010/4550065079_3cd8f9e1ce_o.gif)
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Post by: Taninaree on April 25, 2010, 03:15:45 PM
Post by: Neil on April 25, 2010, 09:13:08 PM
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4047/4550065097_037ca4f5ac_o.gif)
That's awlsome ;)
OK, OK, (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/smileys/coat.gif)
Nice work as usual :cheers:
Post by: ryan1835 on April 25, 2010, 11:44:32 PM
:P
neil is there any info on your mini max mod anywhere?
id like to know a bit more on it :)
Post by: Neil on April 26, 2010, 12:29:56 AM
There you go :)
Post by: Kmarr on April 26, 2010, 02:59:21 AM
Post by: Neil on April 26, 2010, 10:49:04 AM
Post by: Nikos on April 26, 2010, 07:25:28 PM
Post by: J-sews on April 27, 2010, 03:43:35 AM
So why the double awls if I may ask? :)
Post by: Gareth on April 27, 2010, 10:07:34 AM
Looking good as usual Taninaree! :tu:I suspect one has been used to replace the corkscrew so as to give a flat profile for the scales to be mounted on.
So why the double awls if I may ask? :)
Nice work as always Taninaree. :cheers:
Post by: Taninaree on April 27, 2010, 01:02:42 PM
Looking good as usual Taninaree! :tu:
So why the double awls if I may ask? :)
Thank you ,
Regarding to double of awls, I would like to replace the corkscrew to give a flat profile for the scales as same as the both side.
Post by: Taninaree on April 27, 2010, 01:09:18 PM
Looking good as usual Taninaree! :tu:I suspect one has been used to replace the corkscrew so as to give a flat profile for the scales to be mounted on.
So why the double awls if I may ask? :)
Nice work as always Taninaree. :cheers:
Thank you for looking.
Yes , The corkscrew is not much frequency to use ( me only :cheers:) and it's very take time to do a slot for make the corkscrew , nice for your like it . :D
Post by: Taninaree on April 27, 2010, 01:14:13 PM
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4047/4550065097_037ca4f5ac_o.gif)
That's awlsome ;)
OK, OK, (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/smileys/coat.gif)
Nice work as usual :cheers:
You welcome.
Post by: Benner on April 28, 2010, 12:40:46 AM
Post by: scibeer on May 02, 2010, 05:36:15 AM
Post by: frugalscotty on May 08, 2010, 09:34:08 PM
(http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e277/cpfscooter/IMG00041-20100429-2037.jpg)
(http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e277/cpfscooter/IMG00042-20100429-2038.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on May 08, 2010, 11:08:34 PM
Post by: J-sews on May 09, 2010, 04:55:26 AM
I put together a pocket screwdriver set and mounted a couple of surplus LED scales pointing in opposite directions. Makes it a little more hand filling and can provide some light on the work area.
(http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e277/cpfscooter/IMG00041-20100429-2037.jpg)
(http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e277/cpfscooter/IMG00042-20100429-2038.jpg)
Neato! Whatcha gonna call it? :)
Post by: Neil on May 09, 2010, 11:42:17 AM
Post by: AHB on May 09, 2010, 11:44:11 AM
Its a Screwing Golfer :D:D :D
Post by: Gareth on May 09, 2010, 08:03:16 PM
Its a Screwing Golfer :D:doh:
It's a Screwdriver Slim. ;) Nice mod Scotty. :tu:
Post by: AHB on May 09, 2010, 08:17:37 PM
Slim Shady.. ;)Its a Screwing Golfer :D:doh:
It's a Screwdriver Slim. ;) Nice mod Scotty. :tu:
Post by: scibeer on May 12, 2010, 07:29:00 AM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on May 12, 2010, 07:45:55 AM
Its a Screwing Golfer :D
(http://fc07.deviantart.net/images/i/2002/37/6/7/Mon_dieu.gif)
Post by: scibeer on May 12, 2010, 04:44:09 PM
The knives with one black and one green scale look pretty cool. The first picture shows the color difference since its hard to see in the other pix.
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/DSC07237.jpg)
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/DSC07235.jpg)
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/DSC07220.jpg)
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/DSC07205.jpg)
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/DSC07215.jpg)
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a75/scibeer/DSC07216.jpg)
Post by: ari6126 on May 12, 2010, 05:56:43 PM
Post by: GraysonK on May 12, 2010, 07:21:50 PM
Post by: Mr. Whippy on May 12, 2010, 08:20:23 PM
Its a Screwing Golfer :D
Tiger Driver. >:D
Post by: Neil on May 12, 2010, 09:05:58 PM
Its a Screwing Golfer :D
Tiger Driver. >:D
That's the winner :rofl:
And nice work (of course) Bill :tu:
The thing that scares me when I see pliers on a 93mm like that is the number of backsprings required :ahhh We really need another glut of Farmers to hit the market.
Post by: yud on May 12, 2010, 09:16:59 PM
Post by: John on May 12, 2010, 09:25:50 PM
Its a Screwing Golfer :D
Tiger Driver. >:D
It's a screwy duo :tu:
"screw me once screw me twice but never in the dark" :D
Post by: Taninaree on May 13, 2010, 03:19:38 AM
Post by: sawman on May 13, 2010, 04:00:40 AM
Post by: scibeer on May 13, 2010, 04:39:15 AM
Its a Screwing Golfer :D
Tiger Driver. >:D
Winner for sure!!!
Post by: MultiMat on May 13, 2010, 06:15:50 PM
I call it a SAGBNGK(Swiss Army Gadget by NGK :D)
(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll287/multimat426/NGK%20SAK/S6304517.jpg)
(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll287/multimat426/NGK%20SAK/S6304519.jpg)
A SAK with no knife , NUTTY AS , I likes it 8) 8)
Some would argue it aint a mod , but my 'custom' Scientist has a new style corkscrew, so it is a mod :P :D :D
A NGK Scientist, much better than a Vic Scientist :D :D.
(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll287/multimat426/NGK%20SAK/S6304521.jpg)
(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll287/multimat426/NGK%20SAK/S6304522.jpg)
(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll287/multimat426/NGK%20SAK/S6304524-1.jpg)
My 2 treasures in my favourite colour too :drool: :drool:
Thanks NGK I really appreciate the time & effort you have put into these 2 beauties :cheers: :cheers:
Post by: Gareth on May 13, 2010, 06:19:36 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on May 13, 2010, 06:25:26 PM
Need's a saw though :pok: :pok:
Post by: MultiMat on May 13, 2010, 06:29:12 PM
Very nice 8)
Need's a saw though :pok: :pok:
I have other plans for the saw(s) ;) :D :D
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on May 13, 2010, 06:29:41 PM
Oh? :pok: :pok: :pok: :DVery nice 8)
Need's a saw though :pok: :pok:
I have other plans for the saw(s) ;) :D :D
Post by: gunga on May 13, 2010, 07:54:37 PM
BTW, I'm curious, do people like Scientists better than Yeoman? Same thing without he scissors...
Post by: Gareth on May 13, 2010, 08:24:37 PM
THose are cool. Did you buy green plus scales or did you mill o ut some green scales? If so, is it hard to mill out a pen slot in normal scales?I think they are factory original scales mate (but I could be wrong :)), they certainly look like the right shade of green.
BTW, I'm curious, do people like Scientists better than Yeoman? Same thing without he scissors...
I personally like the Scientist more, it slips into the bottom of your pocket better IMO. But you gotta have scissors somewhere so Mat's combo looks great to me.
Post by: gunga on May 13, 2010, 08:59:52 PM
Is it easy to mill out a pen slot?
Hmm, interesting point about the Scientist. I'll have to think about that one for my next mod...
Post by: Gareth on May 13, 2010, 09:06:23 PM
I do realize they are factory green (I have a set!), I was just wondering if they were factroy green PLUS.
Is it easy to mill out a pen slot?
Hmm, interesting point about the Scientist. I'll have to think about that one for my next mod...
Ah sorry, I misunderstood the question. My bad. :-[
:)
Post by: Neil on May 13, 2010, 09:22:41 PM
Post by: gunga on May 13, 2010, 10:14:31 PM
Thanks for the mod advice too!
I'll post mine in a couple months once I get mine done:
Yeoman, Cybertool Slim, Huntsman slim (stay glow)...
Post by: nuphoria on May 14, 2010, 12:17:23 AM
Post by: Taninaree on May 21, 2010, 08:37:32 AM
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4001/4626337978_0277fd90af_o.gif)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4045/4626337980_7b62f92d3a_o.gif)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3390/4626337976_b249d57121_o.gif)
Post by: Neil on May 21, 2010, 03:41:10 PM
Can you access all the nail nicks OK?
Post by: porteiro on May 21, 2010, 03:55:16 PM
Post by: nuphoria on May 21, 2010, 06:02:44 PM
I've seen a lot more bizarre mods - stick around!
Post by: scibeer on May 25, 2010, 06:13:11 AM
Um..... why? :)
I bet it's perfect for dicing stuff in the kitchen. Stir fry in a jiffy! nice work. :cheers:
Much more functional than my 6 bottle opener knife......
Post by: porteiro on May 27, 2010, 09:14:42 PM
(http://portersworkshop.files.wordpress.com/2010/05/scale_800.jpg)
Post by: Mr. Whippy on May 27, 2010, 09:16:47 PM
Post by: yud on May 27, 2010, 09:30:54 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on May 27, 2010, 09:36:35 PM
Post by: porteiro on May 27, 2010, 09:39:12 PM
Post by: DaveK on May 27, 2010, 10:51:08 PM
Post by: porteiro on May 27, 2010, 10:53:19 PM
Post by: Gareth on May 27, 2010, 11:20:52 PM
Post by: DaveK on May 28, 2010, 01:38:10 AM
No, the cross is an inlay, done with polymer clay.
Oh nice. I must try that - the difference it makes is quite dramatic.
Did you use a chisel to cut the cross, and if so, what size was it?
Sorry for all the questions, but this is something I've been trying to do for a while :)
Post by: porteiro on May 28, 2010, 02:55:03 AM
Post by: DaveK on May 28, 2010, 03:14:38 AM
I cut out the cross with a scroll saw. I got the idea from this scroll-saw video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emcGkyx1svk&feature=player_embedded).
OK - I need one of those now :D
Post by: porteiro on May 28, 2010, 03:25:15 AM
Post by: nuphoria on May 28, 2010, 05:03:19 AM
Post by: Taninaree on May 28, 2010, 05:22:08 PM
Post by: porteiro on May 28, 2010, 05:37:33 PM
Post by: yud on May 28, 2010, 06:59:42 PM
Post by: porteiro on May 28, 2010, 07:06:02 PM
No, the cross is an inlay, done with polymer clay.
Post by: yud on May 28, 2010, 07:15:07 PM
Post by: porteiro on May 28, 2010, 07:58:04 PM
Post by: scibeer on May 29, 2010, 03:51:44 AM
Post by: porteiro on May 29, 2010, 05:25:03 AM
Post by: sardauker on May 29, 2010, 09:32:46 AM
I haven't attached it yet, but here's my first attempt at custom scales:
(http://portersworkshop.files.wordpress.com/2010/05/scale_800.jpg)
I like the idea :tu: and I HAVE to try that :)
thank you for the tutorial.
Post by: porteiro on May 29, 2010, 05:35:55 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on May 29, 2010, 05:51:49 PM
Post by: Gareth on May 29, 2010, 05:59:14 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on May 29, 2010, 06:23:50 PM
Post by: Neil on May 29, 2010, 09:28:00 PM
Post by: Taninaree on May 31, 2010, 04:30:58 AM
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4024/4654312007_5999fc3095_b.jpg)
Post by: Taninaree on May 31, 2010, 04:31:26 AM
Post by: porteiro on May 31, 2010, 04:43:30 AM
Post by: Smitty44 on May 31, 2010, 05:56:39 AM
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4003/4654312011_228bd8a76b_b.jpg)Neat idea Taninaree with the house key. :cheers:& :salute:
Post by: porteiro on May 31, 2010, 08:00:01 AM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on May 31, 2010, 12:17:08 PM
Post by: Gareth on May 31, 2010, 07:02:01 PM
Very 8)
Very 8) indeed.
Post by: altered.ego on June 01, 2010, 03:17:41 AM
(http://img405.imageshack.us/img405/5383/58mmleather01web.jpg)
(http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/4131/58mmleather02web.jpg)
Post by: BlueDot on June 01, 2010, 03:54:26 AM
Wow Altered. Excellent leatherwork. This is obviously not your first try. :)
And welcome to the forum.
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 01, 2010, 09:27:21 AM
Post by: Gareth on June 01, 2010, 07:25:56 PM
Post by: porteiro on June 01, 2010, 07:29:34 PM
Post by: Neil on June 02, 2010, 12:30:57 PM
Post by: nuphoria on June 02, 2010, 10:29:10 PM
How did you shape the scales?
Post by: altered.ego on June 03, 2010, 05:54:33 AM
It still needs some minor corrections - logo is a tad slanted and the cross on the leather logo needs a proper shaping. Unfortunately, I didn't have a file small enough to fit the hole, so I had to use my MiniChamp's emergency blade and some sanding paper. Most of the work was done with MiniChamp, Soldier, Huntsman and sanding paper, except for the rivet holes and T&T grooves, I used a rotary tool for that.
Pics were made with a phone camera, so the quality is a bit on the low side. Will try to make some DSLR shots outdoors today if the weather gets better. :-\
(http://img88.imageshack.us/img88/6075/03062010257web.jpg)
(http://img405.imageshack.us/img405/6765/03062010263web.jpg)
Post by: ryan1835 on June 03, 2010, 08:49:28 AM
Post by: nuphoria on June 03, 2010, 12:46:22 PM
Looking forward to seeing more of your work :)
Post by: altered.ego on June 03, 2010, 04:28:26 PM
Better pics:
(http://img72.imageshack.us/img72/1734/classicleatherweb01.jpg)
(http://img257.imageshack.us/img257/651/classicleatherweb02.jpg)
(http://img249.imageshack.us/img249/5530/classicleatherweb03.jpg)
Post by: Smitty44 on June 03, 2010, 04:40:29 PM
Post by: yud on June 03, 2010, 04:48:48 PM
Post by: Mr. Whippy on June 03, 2010, 04:54:31 PM
Post by: Taninaree on June 03, 2010, 05:14:13 PM
Post by: Neil on June 03, 2010, 05:51:44 PM
Post by: sawman on June 14, 2010, 08:28:16 PM
Post by: altered.ego on June 21, 2010, 08:55:56 PM
(http://img294.imageshack.us/img294/3059/huntsmanwoodweb01.jpg)
(http://img266.imageshack.us/img266/425/huntsmanwoodweb02.jpg)
(http://img688.imageshack.us/img688/2639/huntsmanwoodweb03.jpg)
(http://img704.imageshack.us/img704/448/huntsmanwoodweb05.jpg)
Post by: Neil on June 21, 2010, 09:25:40 PM
Post by: Gareth on June 21, 2010, 09:29:22 PM
Post by: AHB on June 21, 2010, 09:39:57 PM
Post by: Neil on June 21, 2010, 09:52:24 PM
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/inspector0.jpg)
I called it The Inspecting Golfer ;)
When I'm asked to make a mod for someone else I always use new or mint parts (unless vintage bits are required) but when building for myself to play with "good used" will suffice and if you look at the back, the liners give this away.
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/inspector2.jpg)
Why did I make it? Well it was part of my ongoing experimentation to find the ideal IT SAK. This isn't it but its a pretty good tool combination, even if I say so myself :D
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/inspector1.jpg)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 21, 2010, 10:34:30 PM
Post by: Gareth on June 22, 2010, 02:18:33 AM
Post by: Ben X on June 22, 2010, 02:30:27 AM
(http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg241/importguy23/SAK%20Mods/0621101913a.jpg)
I had a NIB Trail Guide no one seemed interested in, so I dismantled it along with a Champion and made it interesting :) . On a related note, it is also for sale- I am not a Scientist fanatic myself, but more and more I hear people looking for them unable to find one high or low, so I'll happily pass it on to a happy loving home :cheers: .
Post by: porteiro on June 23, 2010, 08:09:45 AM
(http://img688.imageshack.us/img688/2639/huntsmanwoodweb03.jpg)
What wood is that, and what kind of stain/finish did you use?
Post by: ryan1835 on June 23, 2010, 04:46:34 PM
I called it The Inspecting Golfer ;)
When I'm asked to make a mod for someone else I always use new or mint parts (unless vintage bits are required) but when building for myself to play with "good used" will suffice and if you look at the back, the liners give this away.
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/inspector2.jpg)
Why did I make it? Well it was part of my ongoing experimentation to find the ideal IT SAK. This isn't it but its a pretty good tool combination, even if I say so myself :D
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/inspector1.jpg)
stop posting saks you :twak: thats another one i like >:(
Post by: Sparky415 on June 23, 2010, 04:52:10 PM
stop posting saks you :twak: thats another one i like >:(
:pok: http://www.edcsource.com/Neil-Bees-Hive-of-SAKtivity,name,100034,user_id,shop
:cheers:
>:D :rofl:
Post by: ryan1835 on June 23, 2010, 05:06:50 PM
(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1166/4727061211_de454d29ef_b.jpg)
from the bee man :D
he lured me in with a spartan :(
Post by: Sparky415 on June 23, 2010, 05:11:47 PM
Before you know it he's :twak:
You wake up the next day thinking Oh no what have I done! :ahhh
Post by: ryan1835 on June 23, 2010, 05:40:01 PM
Post by: Taninaree on June 24, 2010, 06:38:30 PM
Here's another one. My old Huntsman has new wooden scales. :)
(http://img294.imageshack.us/img294/3059/huntsmanwoodweb01.jpg)
(http://img266.imageshack.us/img266/425/huntsmanwoodweb02.jpg)
(http://img688.imageshack.us/img688/2639/huntsmanwoodweb03.jpg)
(http://img704.imageshack.us/img704/448/huntsmanwoodweb05.jpg)
nice work mate . :cheers: :tu:
Post by: Ben X on July 07, 2010, 02:41:46 AM
(http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg241/importguy23/SAK%20Mods/0706101930a.jpg)
(http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg241/importguy23/SAK%20Mods/0301100312.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on July 07, 2010, 06:55:24 PM
Post by: Neil on July 07, 2010, 07:34:08 PM
Nice to see a Sportsman converted, its another configuration that I'm surprised isn't done by Victorinox.
Post by: nuphoria on July 07, 2010, 07:53:41 PM
Nice Ben. :tu: I'm guessing you like the Phillips rather than the corkscrew then? :D
Super useful compact though eh?
I like that a lot :cheers:
Post by: altered.ego on July 13, 2010, 05:37:42 PM
What wood is that, and what kind of stain/finish did you use?
Sorry for my late reply, porteiro. It's just a piece of old wood i found in the woodshed. I was going to pay a visit to one of the local woodworkers and get some qaulity wood, but it was a weekend when i started. I used watercolors to paint the wood, a mixture of red, black and orange to be exact and sanded it down a bit to give it a nice looking texture. As for the finish, it's a clear matt varnish spray, but unfortunately i used too many layers, so a week or so ago I removed the scales, sanded them again and only used two layers of varnish. Looks much better now. :)
Thanks, guys! If it wasn't for this thread, I probably wouldn't start making my own scales. :cheers:
Post by: Mike 56 on July 15, 2010, 07:52:15 AM
Mike
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/51colt/005-13.jpg)
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/51colt/004-15.jpg)
Post by: josekym on July 15, 2010, 08:31:01 AM
Post by: Neil on July 15, 2010, 09:50:17 AM
Post by: Mike 56 on July 15, 2010, 11:55:17 AM
Mike
Post by: Neil on July 15, 2010, 01:57:09 PM
Post by: Mike 56 on July 15, 2010, 03:14:49 PM
Mike
Post by: Neil on July 15, 2010, 03:58:51 PM
Post by: Gareth on July 15, 2010, 06:46:24 PM
The clip is attached to to the scale. I make the holes in the scales a little small and take my time making the threads then i counter sink the back side of the holes. I attach the clip using J-B Weld under the clip, on the threads and on the counter sunk areas on the back of the holes. The clip is very sturdy.
Mike
That sounds like a good solution mate. Nice SAK too. :tu:
Post by: WH867 on July 22, 2010, 06:23:31 AM
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu305/horsehunter64/dscn2484.jpg)
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu305/horsehunter64/worn-black-mod-1.jpg)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 22, 2010, 07:23:01 AM
Post by: Neil on July 22, 2010, 10:46:50 AM
Post by: MultiMat on July 22, 2010, 12:12:15 PM
The latest arrival thanks to Mr. Bee :D. My pics did'nt turn out well so needed to borrow one of his.
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu305/horsehunter64/dscn2484.jpg)
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu305/horsehunter64/worn-black-mod-1.jpg)
That SAK looks :drool: :drool: 8) :drool: :drool: 8) :gimme: :D
Post by: John on July 22, 2010, 12:44:15 PM
My compact with saw,what to call it? :think: note:the old school PAT mini driver,cheers Neil ;)
(http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u122/titan1833/tas/001-14.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on July 22, 2010, 02:25:14 PM
Neil, that Alox is lovely mate.... please keep me on your waiting list :D
Post by: Sparky415 on July 23, 2010, 02:50:32 PM
Here are a couple of pictures of my first attempt at new scales,
Just about finished I think :salute:
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/SAK%20scales/230710008.jpg)
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/SAK%20scales/230710010.jpg)
They do look a bit orange in the pictures :think:
Post by: John on July 23, 2010, 02:53:38 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on July 23, 2010, 03:02:36 PM
I am sitting here fondling it at the moment thinking what else should I do or start next ::)
Post by: John on July 23, 2010, 03:35:41 PM
Thanks Mate,
thinking what else should I do or start next ::)
You need to get a compact and add a saw :D
Post by: Sparky415 on July 23, 2010, 03:38:52 PM
Post by: Neil on July 23, 2010, 05:25:19 PM
How about making some more scales. That little Tramotina had bolts for disassembly didn't it? Look nice with the blade sorted and wood scales.
Post by: Sparky415 on July 23, 2010, 07:45:18 PM
Neil,
I hadn't thought of that
I have done a bit of work on that blade but it's still in need of some work :think:
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/stuff/230710013.jpg)
Post by: Mr. Whippy on July 23, 2010, 07:49:22 PM
The latest arrival thanks to Mr. Bee :D. My pics did'nt turn out well so needed to borrow one of his.
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu305/horsehunter64/dscn2484.jpg)
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu305/horsehunter64/worn-black-mod-1.jpg)
Fantastic! I really like the 84mm size for pocket carry. Love the worn black Alox too. :drool:
Post by: Mike 56 on July 23, 2010, 07:56:02 PM
Tony i like your wood scales. I have been wanting to make some.
Tony if you make more wood scales there is a cool way to make your own wood stain you mix Rit dye with isopropyl alcohol to make wood colors i use yellow, red and dark brown. The nice thing about this stain is it drys fast you can re stain again in minutes. You can even make stain in colors like red or blue if you want.
Mike
Post by: Andreas on July 23, 2010, 07:58:12 PM
Would be nice with a SAK that has a larger-than-normal knife, a saw, and a bit driver - is that possible (with/without modding)? Alternately just a knife and a saw
(http://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/sakwood1.jpg)
(http://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/sakwood2.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on July 23, 2010, 08:28:24 PM
Wow Cptnodegard that's some quick work! :tu:
Post by: Andreas on July 23, 2010, 08:33:42 PM
Going to miss my hobby room when I move off to (yet another) college in a few weeks :(
Post by: Neil on July 23, 2010, 08:36:42 PM
Post by: Mike 56 on July 23, 2010, 09:24:03 PM
Mike is the dye used for colouring cloth? :salute:
Wow Cptnodegard that's some quick work! :tu:
Yes it is for cloth. Just mix it with with alcohol instead of water. play with it on scrap wood until you get the hang of it and the color you want. This the stain i would use to color match moldings to match hardwood floors.
Mike
Post by: Sparky415 on July 23, 2010, 09:48:29 PM
Thanks Mike :salute:
Post by: Mate on July 24, 2010, 02:25:35 PM
The pen is missing but im working on getting one :D .
(http://i692.photobucket.com/albums/vv287/Mate_5/20100724397.jpg)
(http://i692.photobucket.com/albums/vv287/Mate_5/20100724403.jpg)
(http://i692.photobucket.com/albums/vv287/Mate_5/20100724405.jpg)
(http://i692.photobucket.com/albums/vv287/Mate_5/20100724402.jpg)
Interesting,my local Vic dealer only had these hexagon shaped corkscrew screwdrivers :ahhh .
(http://i692.photobucket.com/albums/vv287/Mate_5/20100724398.jpg)
Post by: ari6126 on August 02, 2010, 06:55:24 AM
Post by: Neil on August 02, 2010, 12:14:04 PM
or
Cool Golfer Knife
or just
Golfer
:P
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on August 02, 2010, 04:16:08 PM
Post by: glorn on August 02, 2010, 05:13:30 PM
-nudge-
Get it?
:rofl:
Post by: cgk on August 02, 2010, 05:34:31 PM
I built this for cgk. Three screwdrivers, blade, file chisel, and saw. Pretty good for three layers. Anybody have any good names for it?Its like seeing my new born baby, Im welling up. I can't thank-you enough....looks great!!!
Post by: stressmaster5000 on August 02, 2010, 07:45:39 PM
Post by: ari6126 on August 02, 2010, 08:01:22 PM
Post by: John on August 02, 2010, 10:32:54 PM
Post by: Gareth on August 02, 2010, 11:12:46 PM
what ever it is? it's :drool: good job Ari :salute:
Agreed, it looks excellent. :tu:
Post by: nuphoria on August 03, 2010, 12:41:35 AM
Post by: cgk on August 03, 2010, 04:04:13 AM
Very nice, and a useful set up if you don't need scissors :cheers:Im one of those "thats what the knife is for" guys....but hey, thats just me :pok:
Post by: Andreas on August 05, 2010, 07:38:34 PM
Post by: Ben X on August 06, 2010, 10:07:51 AM
If it had scissors, it could be a "Driving Ranger".If only you could give people rep power on this forum- that was the most clever thing I have heard all week :rofl:
-nudge-
Get it?
:rofl:
EDIT: That reminds me of Gareth's mod for his brother-in-law, was it? I think "the Homebuilder" was his name for it, and this is a Compact version of that. It does capture that whole handyman/around the house toolset very well, so you could play off those sorts of names. I'd call it the Contractor, maybe? Perhaps not heavy-duty enough to be worthy of such a title. How about Landlord? :rofl:
Post by: Ben X on August 06, 2010, 10:17:10 AM
Post by: Andreas on August 06, 2010, 04:49:39 PM
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/multitool-org/junpier-sak-1.jpg)
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/multitool-org/junpier-sak-2.jpg)
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/multitool-org/junpier-sak-3.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on August 06, 2010, 05:30:07 PM
Nice job and a very good looking wood :cheers:
Post by: Andreas on August 06, 2010, 06:34:03 PM
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/multitool-org/spartan-wood-1.jpg)
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/multitool-org/spartan-wood-2.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on August 06, 2010, 08:00:18 PM
Personally I like using oil to finish woodwork as I am not very good at getting a nice finish with varnish :ahhh
Post by: Andreas on August 06, 2010, 08:14:34 PM
Post by: Neil on August 06, 2010, 09:18:19 PM
Post by: sappyg on August 08, 2010, 04:32:49 PM
(http://i688.photobucket.com/albums/vv250/sappyg/knives006.jpg)
now it has cocobolo scales
(http://i688.photobucket.com/albums/vv250/sappyg/k037.jpg)
Post by: Neil on August 08, 2010, 07:18:28 PM
Looks much better now :D
Post by: sappyg on August 09, 2010, 01:07:21 AM
Had you been using it for target practise? :ahhh
LOL... i know it looked bad. actually i had drilled a few holes to pump in some hot glue to tighten up the scales. i've had it for years. this was before i i realized how easy the scales came off :o
hopefully it has a lot of life left in it.
Post by: Neil on August 09, 2010, 01:27:43 AM
Post by: J-sews on August 09, 2010, 03:21:25 AM
Post by: Andreas on August 09, 2010, 08:24:59 AM
(http://media.moddb.com/cache/images/downloads/1/16/15604/crop_120x90/chocobo.jpg)
J/K. Looks very nice! :cheers:
Post by: sappyg on August 09, 2010, 06:26:57 PM
i'm just about finished up with a SAK pocket pal in cocobolo
Post by: sappyg on August 10, 2010, 03:27:25 PM
(http://i688.photobucket.com/albums/vv250/sappyg/k036.jpg)
(http://i688.photobucket.com/albums/vv250/sappyg/k032.jpg)
(http://i688.photobucket.com/albums/vv250/sappyg/k040.jpg)
Post by: Neil on August 10, 2010, 03:42:11 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on August 10, 2010, 06:09:18 PM
:cheers:
Post by: Andreas on August 10, 2010, 06:27:30 PM
Post by: Andreas on August 14, 2010, 10:40:00 AM
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/multitool-org/IMG_1928.jpg)
When I get back to my mom's house later today I'll make a nail nick on the hook... Seems like the purpose of the hook is to open other hooks, because the keyring is in the way of opening it without tools
Post by: sappyg on August 14, 2010, 02:30:05 PM
cptno.... what adhesive are you using that you can so easily remove your scales?
Post by: Andreas on August 14, 2010, 08:30:56 PM
Anyways, since the Climber now has the dark wood scales, my Spartan needed new ones. had some random wood in the basement 8probably curly birch) and made new scales for it, then oiled in Soya oil which brought out the color really nicely.
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/multitool-org/IMG_1990.jpg)
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/multitool-org/IMG_1985.jpg)
i also created a nail nick in the hook on the climber, much better now
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/multitool-org/IMG_1983.jpg)
Post by: Neil on August 14, 2010, 08:36:01 PM
Post by: Andreas on August 14, 2010, 08:44:51 PM
Post by: Neil on August 14, 2010, 08:48:35 PM
Post by: Andreas on August 14, 2010, 08:52:51 PM
Post by: Neil on August 14, 2010, 08:54:39 PM
Post by: Andreas on August 14, 2010, 09:05:33 PM
http://www.amazon.com/Dremel-225-01-Flex-Shaft-Attachment/dp/B0000302Y8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=hi&qid=1281812666&sr=8-1
Post by: Neil on August 14, 2010, 09:08:55 PM
Post by: Andreas on August 14, 2010, 09:28:00 PM
Post by: sappyg on August 16, 2010, 08:59:27 PM
Super glue. I use a clamp modified with soft paper "bumpers" to press them together when I glue them on, that creates a very tight fit and they stay on like the life of a puppy depended on it while in normal use, but pop out easily if you insert a thin blade in between the knife and scales.
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/multitool-org/IMG_1990.jpg)
nice work there... it does look like birch. the nail nick looks professional but what is the hook for? i've always thought it was a gut hook for cleaning birds but it does'nt look like most gut hooks i've seen.
Post by: Sazabi on August 16, 2010, 09:01:04 PM
Super glue. I use a clamp modified with soft paper "bumpers" to press them together when I glue them on, that creates a very tight fit and they stay on like the life of a puppy depended on it while in normal use, but pop out easily if you insert a thin blade in between the knife and scales.
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/multitool-org/IMG_1990.jpg)
nice work there... it does look like birch. the nail nick looks professional but what is the hook for? i've always thought it was a gut hook for cleaning birds but it does'nt look like most gut hooks i've seen.
It's Ye Olde multipurpose hook, useful for knotwork and carrying grocery bags, amongst other uses. :) Coincidentally, I could use it as a bloody zipline mount since it'll support twice my weight. >.>
Post by: stressmaster5000 on August 16, 2010, 09:05:47 PM
Super glue. I use a clamp modified with soft paper "bumpers" to press them together when I glue them on, that creates a very tight fit and they stay on like the life of a puppy depended on it while in normal use, but pop out easily if you insert a thin blade in between the knife and scales.Those scales are very nice! :tu: :salute:
Anyways, since the Climber now has the dark wood scales, my Spartan needed new ones. had some random wood in the basement 8probably curly birch) and made new scales for it, then oiled in Soya oil which brought out the color really nicely.
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/multitool-org/IMG_1990.jpg)
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/multitool-org/IMG_1985.jpg)
i also created a nail nick in the hook on the climber, much better now
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/multitool-org/IMG_1983.jpg)
Post by: sappyg on August 16, 2010, 09:28:37 PM
Coincidentally, I could use it as a bloody zipline mount since it'll support twice my weight. >.>
someone should make a video of that and post it on youtube.
Post by: Sazabi on August 16, 2010, 09:33:58 PM
Coincidentally, I could use it as a bloody zipline mount since it'll support twice my weight. >.>
someone should make a video of that and post it on youtube.
Lol, maybe in the next MacGyver movie? XD Granted, the hook is only capable of supporting 200 pounds; I think I'd be safe at my ~110, but that doesn't mean I'd actually try. XP
Post by: Andreas on August 16, 2010, 11:17:52 PM
Anyways, I figured my latest paracord creation would fit as well in this thread as the paracord thread. Finding the right paracord for my Climber has turned into an obsession. I've prob made and fitted at least 10 paracords lanyards to it today, making new ones as I tried out various things. Wanted a light on there, so I tried fitting my ITP EOS A3 on there, but it was too clumpy. Tried some ways of fitting this smaller LED light, but thought it too big too. Posted on CPF looking for a even smaller light, but apparently $75 is needed for that and the price is because of "quality". I'm not paying 4 times as much for the LED light on the lanyard as I did the knife, so I tried making a smaller version of the lanyard I had with the $1.5 LED on it and I was very satisfied with the result. I kept the size down by removing the inner strands of the paracord, sewing instead of burning and sewing instead of knots on the ends, then used snake knots for the lanyard itself. Very pleased with the result.
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/multitool-org/ledcord.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on August 17, 2010, 12:16:14 AM
Post by: nuphoria on August 17, 2010, 03:11:54 PM
I like the idea of the dremel extender thingy. It would certainly make some of the fiddly jobs easier.
Post by: sappyg on August 18, 2010, 03:48:33 AM
Post by: Andreas on August 18, 2010, 07:28:31 AM
They also have a bunch of others; larger packs, brighter lights etc http://www.dealextreme.com/products.dx/category.900
I'm sure the photon is nice but I'm more than satisfied with both the brightness and build quality of this one. It has 4 good quality screws on the bottom to make it possible to switch out both the LED and batteries and it's so cheap I just ordered another bunch of them to put on lanyards I give away
Post by: SlackOne on August 18, 2010, 03:01:59 PM
Post by: sappyg on August 19, 2010, 12:53:33 AM
I'm sure the photon is nice but I'm more than satisfied with both the brightness and build quality of this one. It has 4 good quality screws on the bottom to make it possible to switch out both the LED and batteries and it's so cheap I just ordered another bunch of them to put on lanyards I give away
i use a freebie button cell i got from lighthound on my keys.... it actually says lighthound on it. works just fine. i recently installed lithium batteries so it should be good to go for the next 10 years. you can't beat em'
Post by: Mike 56 on August 24, 2010, 02:53:49 AM
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/51colt/002-22.jpg)
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/51colt/004-16.jpg)
Mike
Post by: Gareth on August 24, 2010, 10:37:11 PM
Post by: Neil on August 24, 2010, 11:01:14 PM
Post by: nuphoria on August 25, 2010, 02:15:14 AM
Nice compact SAKs :tu:
Agreed :cheers:
Post by: John on August 25, 2010, 05:09:56 PM
BTW I'm retired from modding myself ::) but it's nice to see others at work :tu:
Post by: AHB on August 25, 2010, 09:45:54 PM
Nice mods Mike :tu:Awww, I'm sorry to hear.. ;) :D
BTW I'm retired from modding myself ::) but it's nice to see others at work :tu:
Post by: John on August 25, 2010, 09:50:23 PM
Nice mods Mike :tu:Awww, I'm sorry to hear.. ;) :D
BTW I'm retired from modding myself ::) but it's nice to see others at work :tu:
Yes Allan after a very long career I've finally threw in the towel :rofl:
[edit] And if anyone wants to know how many mods I did during that time the answer is: ONE :rofl:
Post by: ryan1835 on August 25, 2010, 10:03:49 PM
it will be worth more then as its a rarity
Post by: Neil on August 28, 2010, 11:39:49 AM
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_Military-Woodsman-1.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=Military-Woodsman-1.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_Military-Woodsman-2.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=Military-Woodsman-2.jpg) (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_military-woodsman-0.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=military-woodsman-0.jpg)
It was made for Rick but as he's posted pics of it over on SOSAK online I can't imagine he'd be upset at me showing them here :)
Post by: Andreas on August 28, 2010, 11:42:34 AM
Btw, Neil:
Re: Show off your Sak mod's!
« Reply #1337 on: Today at 09:39:49 am »
Post by: Neil on August 28, 2010, 11:44:52 AM
...
Re: Show off your Sak mod's!
« Reply #1337 on: Today at 09:39:49 am »
You better believe it :P
Post by: Gareth on August 28, 2010, 12:20:34 PM
That depends entirely on tools required, alox, cellidor, liner type etc. as well as who is supplying the parts. Its expensive ;)...
Re: Show off your Sak mod's!
« Reply #1337 on: Today at 09:39:49 am »
You better believe it :P
..but worth it. :tu:
Loving the hollow rivet mate, looks superbly well done. :salute:
Post by: Neil on August 28, 2010, 01:12:46 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on August 28, 2010, 05:17:21 PM
Looks like a very nice job from here :drool:
Post by: ryan1835 on August 28, 2010, 06:17:55 PM
Post by: nuphoria on August 28, 2010, 06:22:18 PM
Ooh, hollow rivety goodness :D
Post by: Andreas on September 01, 2010, 07:01:45 PM
(http://andreasodegard.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/wave-scissors-2.jpg)
Post by: AHB on September 01, 2010, 07:03:54 PM
Does it count as a SAK mod if I attach Victorinox scissors to a Leatherman? :DDark Sorcery.. :ahhh :ahhh
Post by: Sparky415 on September 01, 2010, 07:28:33 PM
There's something almost Evil about it :angel:
Post by: Gareth on September 01, 2010, 07:39:25 PM
:D
As I said elsewhere, very nice mate. :tu:
Post by: Neil on September 01, 2010, 07:45:49 PM
;) Look forward to more pics :tu:
Post by: Andreas on September 01, 2010, 07:51:08 PM
;) Look forward to more pics :tu:
In that case you actually have to look a bit backwards ;)
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,22434.msg414404.html
Post by: Agent X68 on September 01, 2010, 08:41:47 PM
This is a rescaling job I did with the help of my friends "heavy machinery",aka scroll saw/drill press.
(http://i51.tinypic.com/211wha1.jpg)
I did it beveled instead of rounded.
(http://i54.tinypic.com/5k1uh3.jpg)
back scale
(http://i54.tinypic.com/b6c411.jpg)
By the way the material I used is polycarbonate.
I just resized the pics for you... ;) Better do it yourself next time.. :pok: :pok: :pok:
- Allan
Post by: nuphoria on September 01, 2010, 08:47:58 PM
Post by: Agent X68 on September 01, 2010, 08:56:28 PM
EDIT thanks, Andreas.
Post by: Andreas on September 01, 2010, 09:00:44 PM
Post by: Andreas on September 04, 2010, 01:07:36 PM
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/multitool-org/signaturelite2.jpg)
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/multitool-org/signaturelite3.jpg)
Post by: Neil on September 04, 2010, 03:13:31 PM
Hard to tell from pictures but that looks bright enough :tu:
Post by: Andreas on September 04, 2010, 03:45:42 PM
http://cgi.ebay.com/20pcs-x-3mm-White-Round-LED-Super-Bright-10k-mcd-/170515749548?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item27b387daac
It's still not bright in any sense, but way better than what it was with the red one, and a veeeeery easy mod
Post by: Gareth on September 04, 2010, 03:50:07 PM
Post by: Andreas on September 04, 2010, 03:54:49 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on September 04, 2010, 04:19:23 PM
Post by: Neil on September 05, 2010, 05:28:44 AM
Same cell, it's 3V and the white LED is 3.2. Says 2000mcd (bought at a local store) but I want to get some of these to see if there's a difference:
http://cgi.ebay.com/20pcs-x-3mm-White-Round-LED-Super-Bright-10k-mcd-/170515749548?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item27b387daac
It's still not bright in any sense, but way better than what it was with the red one, and a veeeeery easy mod
Wouldn't bother. I think half of those ratings are pulled out of the air if you know what I mean :)
Post by: Andreas on September 07, 2010, 11:20:32 PM
I have a SwissCard Lite, and I don't carry the knife that is in it. The knife laws around here are dumb enough as is, I don't need to carry around knives I never use. So I decided I'd put something useful in there instead - a folded bit of 400 grit sand paper.
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/510000/multitool-org/Mobile%20Photo%207.%20sep.%202010%2023%2018%2042.jpg)
Post by: Neil on September 07, 2010, 11:24:41 PM
Post by: Andreas on September 07, 2010, 11:38:50 PM
I'd have reprofiled it into a toothpick seeing as that model is without. After all its such a useful too :P
Noooooooooooo :ahhh
Post by: Taninaree on September 19, 2010, 09:53:05 AM
(http://i1004.photobucket.com/albums/af169/Taninaree/3--1.gif)
(http://i1004.photobucket.com/albums/af169/Taninaree/3--9.gif)
(http://i1004.photobucket.com/albums/af169/Taninaree/3--4.gif)
Post by: Taninaree on September 19, 2010, 09:55:07 AM
(http://i1004.photobucket.com/albums/af169/Taninaree/3--8.gif)
(http://i1004.photobucket.com/albums/af169/Taninaree/3--7.gif)
:cheers:
Post by: Gareth on September 19, 2010, 10:08:53 AM
Post by: Reinier on September 19, 2010, 11:47:02 AM
Post by: Sparky415 on September 19, 2010, 01:42:12 PM
Beautiful, Taninaree!
+1 :drool:
Post by: Taninaree on September 19, 2010, 02:31:57 PM
Post by: Neil on September 19, 2010, 05:24:46 PM
Post by: sawman on September 19, 2010, 05:46:49 PM
Post by: nuphoria on September 20, 2010, 12:33:10 AM
Post by: Aloxfan on October 04, 2010, 05:49:50 AM
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a15/vr6ofpain/IMG_5721.jpg)
(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a15/vr6ofpain/IMG_5722.jpg)
Post by: Smitty44 on October 04, 2010, 06:52:23 AM
PS:your next post will make you a Full Member to the forums.
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on October 04, 2010, 07:11:38 AM
Post by: stressmaster5000 on October 04, 2010, 07:36:18 AM
(http://i253.photobucket.com/albums/hh59/swissbianco/IMG_3331.jpg)(http://i253.photobucket.com/albums/hh59/swissbianco/IMG_3329.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on October 04, 2010, 10:52:59 AM
I need about 6 of those handles to screw on the draws of my toolbox ::)
Post by: Neil on October 04, 2010, 09:41:41 PM
Nice looking clip Aloxfan! :tu:
I need about 6 of those handles to screw on the draws of my toolbox ::)
That can be arranged ;)
Post by: Neil on October 04, 2010, 09:49:38 PM
Has anybody seen this yet? It comes from SwissBianco. He is selling them online. Neat idea. Door handles or maybe drawer pulls.
...
Its quite a novel/fun idea but I think $26USD delivered (in the US) per knob is a bit pricey personally :-\
Post by: Mike 56 on October 04, 2010, 10:06:18 PM
Mike
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on October 04, 2010, 10:06:44 PM
Post by: AHB on October 05, 2010, 06:43:15 PM
:-X :-X :-X :-X;) :D
Post by: SlackOne on October 06, 2010, 06:25:50 AM
:angel:
Post by: Sparky415 on October 06, 2010, 11:56:41 AM
What kind of paper are those handles wrapped in? Might be worth more than the pulls!
:angel:
:rofl:
Post by: John on October 06, 2010, 09:12:00 PM
:rofl: :rofl:What kind of paper are those handles wrapped in? Might be worth more than the pulls!
:angel:
:rofl:
Post by: Taninaree on October 10, 2010, 08:35:05 AM
(http://i1004.photobucket.com/albums/af169/Taninaree/3--1-1.gif)
(http://i1004.photobucket.com/albums/af169/Taninaree/onehand-11.gif)
(http://i1004.photobucket.com/albums/af169/Taninaree/onehand-17.gif)
(http://i1004.photobucket.com/albums/af169/Taninaree/onehand-20.gif)
Post by: ari6126 on October 10, 2010, 08:37:02 AM
Post by: Taninaree on October 10, 2010, 08:38:26 AM
(http://i1004.photobucket.com/albums/af169/Taninaree/onehand-18.gif)
(http://i1004.photobucket.com/albums/af169/Taninaree/onehand-19.gif)
Post by: ari6126 on October 10, 2010, 08:40:24 AM
(http://i1004.photobucket.com/albums/af169/Taninaree/onehand-20.gif)
This one is so nice.
Post by: Taninaree on October 10, 2010, 08:45:03 AM
(http://i1004.photobucket.com/albums/af169/Taninaree/onehand-20.gif)
This one is so nice.
Thank you very much . :cheers:
Post by: Neil on October 10, 2010, 11:19:51 AM
Post by: Coert on October 19, 2010, 11:36:16 AM
Post by: Coert on October 19, 2010, 11:51:20 AM
Hi all,
I'm the new guy, but hardly new to Swiss Army Knives. I thought I'd stop by and show off my latest SAK rescaling. The subject was my long time favorite outdoor SAK, the Victorinox Huntsman. I had done a Huntsman in white paper Micarta years ago, but always wished that I'd used green canvas Micarta. There's just something extremely cool about canvas Micarta. Wickedly tough stuff, and quite a challenge to work with. Well, I finally had some free time over the weekend, and made my dream come true. I did make the slot for the tweezers, but didn't bother with the toothpick, as I've never successfully used the toothpick. A fresh slice of green paracord adds the final touch.
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/SAK%20Huntsman/Picture055.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/SAK%20Huntsman/Picture056.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/SAK%20Huntsman/Picture061.jpg)
A couple of old rescaling projects from years ago, done in white paper Micarta and red linen Micarta:
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/micsak1.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/micsak2.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/micsak3.jpg)
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/micsak4.jpg)
That knife rocks!!!
Post by: Gareth on October 19, 2010, 12:02:09 PM
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/multitools/0042.jpg)
Post by: Neil on October 19, 2010, 03:32:27 PM
:pok: Seems you remember how to peen but not how to insert scale tools :P
Post by: Gareth on October 19, 2010, 03:37:57 PM
A Clipper :tu:
:pok: Seems you remember how to peen but not how to insert scale tools :P
A Clipper eh? Good man Neil. :cheers:
I may have forgotten to add the scale tools, yes. :-[ Actually these were the first set of scales I grabbed to throw on, as you may remember I'm just not a fan of the light Sapphire. I'll need to go digging to see if I have something more to my taste to put on.
Post by: AHB on October 20, 2010, 11:42:46 PM
Haven't seen that one before.. :drool:I'd used green canvas Micarta.
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l256/Buzzbait67/Knives/SAK%20Huntsman/Picture055.jpg)
That knife rocks!!!
Post by: nuphoria on October 20, 2010, 11:58:37 PM
G-man... well done for getting back in the modding horse, any more planned?
Post by: Taninaree on October 21, 2010, 03:20:33 AM
Taninaree, your work is excellent as always. Thanks for sharing it with us :cheers:
G-man... well done for getting back in the modding horse, any more planned?
Thank you ;) :cheers:
Post by: SlackOne on October 21, 2010, 07:25:32 AM
Hrm...now that I have an actual band saw...hrm hrm...
Post by: Gareth on October 22, 2010, 02:35:49 PM
Taninaree, your work is excellent as always. Thanks for sharing it with us :cheers:
G-man... well done for getting back in the modding horse, any more planned?
Well I'm not sure. I made up an 84mm mod a while back (blade, combo tool, corkscrew, saw and scissors) and TBH I've almost never used or carried the thing. :-\ So I'm thinking about pulling it apart and doing something else, trouble is that I've absolutely no idea what. ::) :D
Post by: nuphoria on October 22, 2010, 03:26:49 PM
I'm sure if you did an Alox number with them you could sell it in a flash :tu:
Post by: Gareth on October 22, 2010, 05:16:59 PM
Don't let those 84mm scissors go to waste :ahhh
I'm sure if you did an Alox number with them you could sell it in a flash :tu:
Shan't go to waste, honest. :D The problem is that I don't find the 84mm size a great advantage when made up into a 3 layer, or more, SAK. So a Sportsman or Tourist I much prefer to a Spartan, a Golfer to a Compact etc. But that doesn't hold true to with thicker SAKs.
Post by: spaceconvoy on November 04, 2010, 07:37:47 PM
(http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv319/spaceconvoy/edc/execmod.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on November 04, 2010, 07:41:38 PM
Post by: spaceconvoy on November 04, 2010, 08:03:03 PM
Post by: Neil on November 04, 2010, 08:56:24 PM
Post by: Gareth on November 12, 2010, 11:49:57 AM
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/multitools/NewSAKscales001.jpg)
Next up is my Pygmy Huntsman (or 84mm Huntsman Small'n'Slim if you prefer) that I was talking about earlier on this page. Seems the thing it needs to make it stand out from it's bigger brother is a new set of white scales. :)
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/multitools/NewSAKscales007.jpg)
Ta muchly to Neil for supplying the scales. :cheers:
Post by: Neil on November 12, 2010, 12:23:37 PM
Your little
Post by: Gareth on November 12, 2010, 12:40:31 PM
Its a swine to get those off-white scales to show the right colour in photos isn't it :)
Your littlePygmy Huntsman or 84mm Huntsman Small'n'SlimHuntsman Golfer looks good for its change of clothing :salute: :D
Yup. I did a side-by-side shot and it barely shows. :-\ They are just a shade more creamy though.
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/multitools/NewSAKscales018.jpg)
Post by: Neil on November 12, 2010, 12:42:22 PM
Post by: Gareth on November 12, 2010, 12:51:33 PM
I quite like the fact that the old stock ones are solid as well. I'm sure it makes no real difference practically :)
Perhaps the only advantage is that they sound more solid when you tap them with you fingernail, no bad thing IMO :). I don't know about you though but i find the solid ones slightly harder to fit, need a lot more pressing I feel.
Post by: Neil on November 12, 2010, 02:16:09 PM
Post by: HawkeyX on November 20, 2010, 09:18:06 AM
(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k487/Michael_Hawkey/FatClassicSD.jpg)
(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k487/Michael_Hawkey/FatClassicSD2.jpg)
(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k487/Michael_Hawkey/FatClassicSD3.jpg)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on November 20, 2010, 09:33:24 AM
Post by: Neil on November 20, 2010, 11:14:27 AM
I think Def did one similar a few years back on a 91mm SAK :think:
Post by: Gareth on November 20, 2010, 11:56:24 AM
Post by: HawkeyX on November 20, 2010, 09:54:50 PM
I'll have to try the float thing - didnt think of that!
Post by: Neil on November 24, 2010, 07:24:41 PM
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz255/neilstools/SAK%20Mods/movember4.jpg)
... but for a good cause (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,23875.0.html).
Post by: Gareth on November 24, 2010, 08:14:26 PM
Post by: Neil on November 24, 2010, 10:25:48 PM
Place your bids.. http://www.edcsource.com/Team-Multimoe-2010-MultiTool,name,105816,auction_id,auction_details (http://www.edcsource.com/Team-Multimoe-2010-MultiTool,name,105816,auction_id,auction_details)
It started life as this fine moustache comb ..
(http://www.kentbrushes.com/kent/large/A_81T_MOV.jpg)
It was then chopped, filed and thinned slightly so that it would ride on a couple of saw backsprings..
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_motool-1.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=motool-1.jpg)
More rummaging in the old bits box produced some scissors and an old worn out hotstamp shield scale that most importantly had no cutout. This was modified so that it could be put on the back..
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_motool-2.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=motool-2.jpg)
Some bashing and tweaking and sanding and much polishing then ensued. Finally the scales were glued and everything left a day to set..
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/th_motool-3.jpg) (http://s303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/?action=view¤t=motool-3.jpg)
More polishing and a final wash finished the job nicely ..
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz255/neilstools/SAK%20Mods/th_movember5.jpg) (http://s833.photobucket.com/albums/zz255/neilstools/SAK%20Mods/?action=view¤t=movember5.jpg)
From a practical point of view its not something you'd ever put into production, the resin the comb is made from is far too soft and you can actually see a ridge formed where it rides over the two backspings. Also you'd be best having the option to use the comb and scissors at the same time but making it a removable tool would have created an even weaker comb that would probably have failed after just a few removal/insertions. So yes, its bonkers but that is somewhat in the spirit :D
Post by: frugalscotty on November 25, 2010, 03:07:28 AM
I want it and I don't even have a 'stache. :D
Post by: SlackOne on November 25, 2010, 06:09:03 AM
It's not as adorable as the SwissMo, though!
Post by: emb876 on December 04, 2010, 05:18:18 AM
Post by: ari6126 on December 04, 2010, 05:24:00 AM
Do you guys have your own presses?
Generally, no. Some guys have jigs, but I haven't seen anybody with a Victorinox style press. Most, if not all, peen by hand. Even Victorinox does sometimes.
Another random question I had was if anyone knew someone that did custom work for private orders.
Neil might, PM him. I'm not sure though. A guy named Scriber used to, but he retired. There might be others.
Check out this excellent thread to do it yourself. (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,9808.0.html)
Post by: Gareth on December 04, 2010, 02:48:57 PM
Do you guys have your own presses?
Generally, no. Some guys have jigs, but I haven't seen anybody with a Victorinox style press. Most, if not all, peen by hand. Even Victorinox does sometimes.Another random question I had was if anyone knew someone that did custom work for private orders.
Neil might, PM him. I'm not sure though. A guy named Scriber used to, but he retired. There might be others.
Check out this excellent thread to do it yourself. (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,9808.0.html)
Ari has pretty much hit it on the head I think. As you can see from the link Ari put up I don't use a press or jig of any kind. The tools you see in the thread are pretty much the minimum you'd need IMO.
I can also vouch for Neil's work. I've played with some, even own a piece myself, and his fit and finish is just as good, if not better, than anything you'd buy straight from Victorinox. :tu:
PS welcome to the forum emb876. :cheers:
Post by: Neil on December 04, 2010, 03:20:51 PM
I'm not aware of anyone modding SAKs who has a press. I have various jigs made up for the different sized frames but its nothing fancy. Final assembly is accomplished by the age old art of peening. In the factory Victorinox obviously have nice big automated rivet spinners but as Ari mentions even they have been known to hand peen. I've had brand new knives where I suspect something didn't go quite right and one of the pins has obviously been hand finished. Not to say I wouldn't love a powered spinner but even second hand they are incredibly expensive.
I would encourage anyone to grab a few old SAKs and have a go at modding themselves. Some folks are naturals and take to it easily, others find they can never quite get it right. But its not like you need much in the way of tools to get started so its worth a crack :tu:
If you find modding isn't for you then send me a PM and we can discuss requirements and prices.
Post by: Benner on December 04, 2010, 03:39:11 PM
Post by: Gareth on December 04, 2010, 05:43:26 PM
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/smileys/shamed.gif) That was slightly embarrassing Gareth but thanks :D
I'm not aware of anyone modding SAKs who has a press. I have various jigs made up for the different sized frames but its nothing fancy. Final assembly is accomplished by the age old art of peening. In the factory Victorinox obviously have nice big automated rivet spinners but as Ari mentions even they have been known to hand peen. I've had brand new knives where I suspect something didn't go quite right and one of the pins has obviously been hand finished. Not to say I wouldn't love a powered spinner but even second hand they are incredibly expensive.
I would encourage anyone to grab a few old SAKs and have a go at modding themselves. Some folks are naturals and take to it easily, others find they can never quite get it right. But its not like you need much in the way of tools to get started so its worth a crack :tu:
If you find modding isn't for you then send me a PM and we can discuss requirements and prices.
To save your blushes I'll point out that it takes you an awful lot longer to make a SAK than it does Vic. How's that? :D
In seriousness I do believe (despite what others have said ;)) that a hand built SAK is almost always going to be just that touch better than a factory made one, we've got the time to get everything 'just so'.
I'm not knocking Vic quality, far from it, I'm just saying that 100% is better than 99%. :)
Post by: Neil on December 04, 2010, 06:24:24 PM
True though, and it fits the law of diminishing returns well. I once went to town on the action of an inline phillips as I wasn't quite happy with it; I became a bit obsessed and probably spent a couple of days on it. Was it worth it for perhaps a 15% improvement ... nope :D
Post by: emb876 on December 04, 2010, 08:18:47 PM
Post by: Neil on December 04, 2010, 08:39:09 PM
Hint, we would like to see pics of your creations :tu:
Another good source of second hand SAKs is FelineVet (http://felinevet.sosakonline.com/index.php?option=com_phpshop&page=shop.browse&category_id=1c914424d2569bea3439fbcca9123a27&option=com_phpshop&Itemid=1).
Post by: defaultuser on December 06, 2010, 05:38:06 PM
First post on this Forum; I actually joined this morning only :-[
I'd like to say I enjoyed all the mods showed on this thread; A wealth of ideas and eye candies!
Here's my modest contribution to this legendary thread: my first attempt ever at modding a SAK. I read the excellent tuturial by Gareth (thanks man; you made it sound so simple >:D you actually convinced me to give it a try :D)
I was looking for the "perfect" backpacking/hiking SAK and couldn't really get what I wanted in a tight package.
The Huntsman was close but was four layers (on the big side for my tastes) and has some "not so useful" tools in a wilderness environment (corkscrew, can/bottle opener, hook). Don't get me wrong; I find all of those very handy when "car camping", on a casual short hike, or at home, but not on extended hikes.
Basically, I wanted the scissors, the saw, the awl/reamer, at least one blade, and the tweezers into the smallest package possible.
I got myself a used Camper (just for the saw) and a great shape Climber, and here's the result:
(http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w296/defaultuser_photos/Folders/SAKs/ToolsFront.jpg)
(http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w296/defaultuser_photos/Folders/SAKs/ToolsBack.jpg)
(http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w296/defaultuser_photos/Folders/SAKs/FrontSide03.jpg)
(http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w296/defaultuser_photos/Folders/SAKs/FrontSide02.jpg)
(http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w296/defaultuser_photos/Folders/SAKs/FrontSide01.jpg)
Specs: 91mm, three layers: Blades (big and small), Saw, Scissors. Reamer (only) on the back, and tweezers in one of the scales. Epoxied black paper micarta scales. 2.7oz, 16mm thick.
My climber is 17mm thick; I agree it doesn't sound like a big difference, but for some reason, it looks and feel considerably thinner:
(http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w296/defaultuser_photos/Folders/SAKs/WithClimber.jpg)
(with Climber for comparison)
Because there's no lanyard ring and no corkscrew, the knife is very comfortable in hand when whittling for an extended period.
All in all, I'm very happy with the result. I learned quite a few tricks doing this mod and I'm sure my next one will be better. I can't believe the amount of work that went into this little bugger...SAKs modding is not that easy!
It is a lot of fun, though, and very addictive :) I'm already looking for used SAKs to mod!
Post by: Reinier on December 06, 2010, 05:41:39 PM
And welcome to the forums :cheers:
Post by: nuphoria on December 06, 2010, 05:56:50 PM
It's extremely satisfying to make the SAK you need - I think you might be inclined to do another one though!
Welcome to MTO :cheers:
Post by: Gareth on December 06, 2010, 05:59:32 PM
Welcome to the forum. :cheers:
Post by: Sparky415 on December 06, 2010, 06:56:10 PM
Post by: Threeme2189 on December 06, 2010, 06:57:21 PM
Post by: ari6126 on December 06, 2010, 07:00:26 PM
Post by: rlocock on December 06, 2010, 07:05:52 PM
I love micarta.
Post by: defaultuser on December 06, 2010, 07:22:06 PM
I'm slightly confused though. Is the awl the same thickness as the corkscrew?
They're not.
Awl on the pictured knife: 1.199mm
Awl on my 125th Anniversary Climber: 2.010mm
Different corkscrews I have: 2.451mm (old style with grooves), 2.453mm (new style), 2.452mm (new style).
My spacer is not perfectly straight at the back of the knife (because of the 0.45mm difference), and I can feel a slight wobble in the awl. That being said, it is not more wobbly than what you have on a new knife.
Post by: AHB on December 06, 2010, 08:35:34 PM
Post by: Benner on December 06, 2010, 08:56:43 PM
Post by: Neil on December 06, 2010, 08:57:45 PM
A great mod and thanks for taking such clear pictures to show us what you've done :tu:
Post by: nuphoria on December 06, 2010, 09:04:07 PM
I'm slightly confused though. Is the awl the same thickness as the corkscrew?
They're not.
Awl on the pictured knife: 1.199mm
Awl on my 125th Anniversary Climber: 2.010mm
Different corkscrews I have: 2.451mm (old style with grooves), 2.453mm (new style), 2.452mm (new style).
My spacer is not perfectly straight at the back of the knife (because of the 0.45mm difference), and I can feel a slight wobble in the awl. That being said, it is not more wobbly than what you have on a new knife.
Yep, I did a similar thing a while back and you can't really avoid the little bit of play you get. I don't go much for corkscrews so I tried setting it out like this:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3575/3486475913_2decd094ff_z.jpg?zz=1)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3402/3487291270_d15e0707df_z.jpg?zz=1)
Post by: Sparky415 on December 06, 2010, 09:38:26 PM
Is it your work?
What is the wood and what is the 'rivet'/ highlight made from?
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on December 06, 2010, 10:38:10 PM
Post by: MultiMat on December 18, 2010, 03:52:21 PM
Neil's Tache SAK he made as a fund raiser for Movember.
It is mighty cool & I am mighty lucky owning it :D :D. Shame I am currently tacheless :D :D.
(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll287/multimat426/NGK%20SAK/S6305227-1.jpg)
(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll287/multimat426/NGK%20SAK/S6305228-1.jpg)
Thanks Neil :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Post by: Neil on December 18, 2010, 04:42:56 PM
Post by: HawkeyX on January 13, 2011, 04:51:44 AM
Unless taken, I'll call it the 'Dressmaker'
(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k487/Michael_Hawkey/Dressmaker2.jpg)
(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k487/Michael_Hawkey/Dressmaker.jpg)
(http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k487/Michael_Hawkey/Dressmaker3.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on January 13, 2011, 09:21:35 AM
Post by: Neil on January 13, 2011, 10:16:40 AM
Post by: Reinier on January 13, 2011, 03:07:01 PM
Post by: Neil on January 15, 2011, 12:42:13 AM
Post by: edcgear on April 27, 2011, 10:49:50 AM
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/dp1.jpg)
Now on the other side of the planet :D
cool :tu:
Sub Zero mod!! :D :D :D
Post by: Ombudsman on April 28, 2011, 06:53:43 AM
Post by: Sidhartha on April 29, 2011, 09:48:26 PM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/venta/DSC06493.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/venta/DSC06509.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/venta/DSC06508.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/venta/DSC06492.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on April 29, 2011, 09:53:50 PM
Post by: edcgear on April 29, 2011, 09:56:36 PM
Wow a H2G2 SAK ! :D The second most useful thing after a towel :rofl:
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Post by: Tabasco on April 29, 2011, 10:57:37 PM
Post by: Rahmed on May 05, 2011, 10:27:09 PM
(http://img825.imageshack.us/img825/2941/p1100522k.jpg)
(http://img101.imageshack.us/img101/1210/p1100527r.jpg)
(http://img854.imageshack.us/img854/8149/p1100528.jpg)
(http://img218.imageshack.us/img218/3134/p1100530.jpg)
Post by: njfist on May 09, 2011, 10:29:42 PM
Post by: Gareth on May 09, 2011, 10:33:02 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on May 09, 2011, 10:51:45 PM
Very, very nice. :tu:
+1
how did you do the cross if its not a silly question? :think:
Post by: njfist on May 09, 2011, 10:53:06 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on May 09, 2011, 11:15:07 PM
That sounds easy :o
Thanks Njfist :tu:
Post by: Rahmed on May 30, 2011, 12:11:01 AM
Yeoman Plus & Huntsman Compact
(http://img51.imageshack.us/img51/9332/p1100868.jpg)
Post by: ironraven on May 30, 2011, 01:20:38 AM
I'm guessing a chisel and a spring from something like a Ranger or larger opposite the saw on both? Are you keeping the nailfile hook for the Hunstman Slim, or it is hookless?
And where did you get the pruner blade on the Yoeman Plus? It is nearly the perfect woods SAK configuration, I've got plans for a similiar one.
Post by: Rahmed on May 30, 2011, 04:01:41 PM
Donors were Ranger, Champion, Camper and Waiter(combo).
Chisel, reamer and cs on Yeoman and old fine-screwdriver and cs on Compact.
Both are hookless... I'm not a big fan of the back tools ;)
Pruner blade I took from Alox Pruner... yes, it has a 2,5mm hole but it works nicely :salute:
Post by: MTlitton on June 10, 2011, 11:29:04 PM
(http://www.fototime.com/5A80A1976D011A9/standard.jpg)this is everry cool iv always wanted SAK to have pocket clips
Post by: Rahmed on June 12, 2011, 10:28:53 PM
(http://img543.imageshack.us/img543/7402/p1110014x.jpg)
Post by: Neil on June 12, 2011, 10:38:11 PM
Post by: Gareth on June 13, 2011, 12:31:20 AM
Its really nice to see this thread filling up. It felt that mods were a bit thin on the ground for a while. Great work folks (http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/smileys/_hatsoff__by_LeoLeonardo.gif)Agreed, it really is nice to see some folks still have the bug. :cheers:
Post by: nuphoria on June 13, 2011, 12:35:07 AM
Post by: Rahmed on June 13, 2011, 05:18:39 PM
(http://img339.imageshack.us/img339/4654/p1110069wt.jpg)
(http://img23.imageshack.us/img23/3231/p1110071fc.jpg)
(http://img29.imageshack.us/img29/5550/p1110076f.jpg)
Post by: Taninaree on June 14, 2011, 08:01:23 AM
I just's finished 2 wood scale made from the rare wood " Tamarind " They are very old and perfect for wood scale making.
the 3 dot was made from mother of pearl . Enjoy and have a nice day. ;)
(http://image.ohozaa.com/i/44f/3bigdot_6.jpg) (http://image.ohozaa.com/show.php?id=d55d3b5d034ac43da2c023b11d881fe6)
(http://image.ohozaa.com/i/e2b/3bigdot_7.jpg) (http://image.ohozaa.com/show.php?id=f042cf6649a9a1739a6f51cac22dc9ca)
(http://image.ohozaa.com/i/51a/3bigdot_1.jpg) (http://image.ohozaa.com/show.php?id=c4930c0e7da795831007ae27f53ef62b)
(http://image.ohozaa.com/i/217/3bigdot_3.jpg) (http://image.ohozaa.com/show.php?id=c8911ad9569f90df30247e623742aac8)
(http://image.ohozaa.com/i/173/3bigdot_2.jpg) (http://image.ohozaa.com/show.php?id=ed5863dd4e1801c842d15dfacc7d825c)
(http://image.ohozaa.com/i/49c/3bigdot_4.jpg) (http://image.ohozaa.com/show.php?id=94cb2ba9efb27a3954a2c26d6d198ba7)
(http://image.ohozaa.com/i/445/3bigdot_5.jpg) (http://image.ohozaa.com/show.php?id=5c408c81109f3b87ec56948c049591f4)
Post by: Sparky415 on June 14, 2011, 09:04:37 AM
As always I really like your woodwork :drool:
Post by: Rahmed on June 14, 2011, 09:57:08 AM
Post by: nuphoria on June 14, 2011, 12:42:20 PM
Post by: Rahmed on June 14, 2011, 04:12:51 PM
(http://img815.imageshack.us/img815/4172/p1110083.jpg)
Post by: ari6126 on June 14, 2011, 05:27:48 PM
CityMan - minimalistic idea, I know...but I like it :cheers:
Nice scales.
Post by: Taninaree on June 14, 2011, 05:45:28 PM
Taninaree
As always I really like your woodwork :drool:
Thank you ! ;)
Post by: Gareth on June 14, 2011, 06:58:46 PM
nice tool selection too. :tu:CityMan - minimalistic idea, I know...but I like it :cheers:
Nice scales.
Post by: u99 on June 14, 2011, 07:06:52 PM
CityMan - minimalistic idea, I know...but I like it :cheers:I congratulate the modification. Does the color of the linings'd stayed the same, or used up a "donor"?
Post by: AHB on June 14, 2011, 07:13:17 PM
Very cool idea Rahmed.. 8)
Post by: Sidhartha on June 14, 2011, 11:10:32 PM
CityMan - minimalistic idea, I know...but I like it :cheers:
(http://img815.imageshack.us/img815/4172/p1110083.jpg)
very nice! did you used 91mm scissors and backspring?
Post by: Rahmed on June 14, 2011, 11:55:59 PM
And thanks guys for support my idea... so let's rivet :ahhh
Post by: nuphoria on June 15, 2011, 12:25:39 AM
Post by: Neil on June 15, 2011, 12:03:02 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on June 15, 2011, 11:16:51 PM
Post by: Rahmed on June 16, 2011, 01:32:32 AM
But I used the brass reduction to increase spring pressure (like in the picture) :)
Post by: Rahmed on June 20, 2011, 01:11:41 AM
But I changed the concept, added a Phillips and Magnifying Glass (don't like a back layer Phillips)...
...and here is Scimechanist 8)
(http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/2865/p1110331.jpg)
(http://img812.imageshack.us/img812/8761/p1110337a.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on June 20, 2011, 01:12:52 AM
Post by: Neil on June 20, 2011, 01:41:54 AM
I've been carrying my resurrected Special Mechanic as I said I would but have found the need to carry the Scientist alongside it ::) I use the magnifier too much.
Post by: Rahmed on June 20, 2011, 09:24:25 PM
Next one is a discontinued Woodsman 8)
(http://img52.imageshack.us/img52/4331/p1110339j.jpg)
(http://img811.imageshack.us/img811/8114/p1110341h.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on June 20, 2011, 09:38:56 PM
Post by: Gareth on June 20, 2011, 10:31:49 PM
Post by: Rahmed on June 20, 2011, 11:02:41 PM
Just imagine being in the world some people who are terrified of knife :ahhh
But even for that I am able to stack the SAK ::)
Victorinox Master Opener 8)
(http://img824.imageshack.us/img824/1751/p1110342.jpg)
(http://img685.imageshack.us/img685/9172/p1110343i.jpg)
Post by: tattoosteve99 on June 21, 2011, 01:01:40 AM
Hi 'All Mod member.
I just's finished 2 wood scale made from the rare wood " Tamarind " They are very old and perfect for wood scale making.
the 3 dot was made from mother of pearl . Enjoy and have a nice day. ;)
(http://image.ohozaa.com/i/44f/3bigdot_6.jpg) (http://image.ohozaa.com/show.php?id=d55d3b5d034ac43da2c023b11d881fe6)
(http://image.ohozaa.com/i/e2b/3bigdot_7.jpg) (http://image.ohozaa.com/show.php?id=f042cf6649a9a1739a6f51cac22dc9ca)
(http://image.ohozaa.com/i/51a/3bigdot_1.jpg) (http://image.ohozaa.com/show.php?id=c4930c0e7da795831007ae27f53ef62b)
(http://image.ohozaa.com/i/217/3bigdot_3.jpg) (http://image.ohozaa.com/show.php?id=c8911ad9569f90df30247e623742aac8)
(http://image.ohozaa.com/i/173/3bigdot_2.jpg) (http://image.ohozaa.com/show.php?id=ed5863dd4e1801c842d15dfacc7d825c)
(http://image.ohozaa.com/i/49c/3bigdot_4.jpg) (http://image.ohozaa.com/show.php?id=94cb2ba9efb27a3954a2c26d6d198ba7)
(http://image.ohozaa.com/i/445/3bigdot_5.jpg) (http://image.ohozaa.com/show.php?id=5c408c81109f3b87ec56948c049591f4)
That is one of the most beautiful wood mods I have ever seen :drool:
Post by: MTlitton on June 21, 2011, 02:48:57 AM
Post by: Taninaree on June 21, 2011, 02:09:18 PM
Excellent work as always Taninaree.. :salute: :tu:
Thank you ! :D
Post by: Rahmed on June 21, 2011, 11:33:15 PM
Very nice ideas... looking forward to seeing them all dressed up pretty :DSo Woodsman got Black Plus Scales and flew to the new lord 8)
(http://img849.imageshack.us/img849/8273/p1110362.jpg)
(http://img856.imageshack.us/img856/8149/p1110359.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on June 22, 2011, 12:08:09 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Justin2/DSC01718.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Justin2/DSC01719.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Justin/Pic001-3.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on June 22, 2011, 01:56:57 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Justin2/sak2.jpg)
Post by: Neil on June 22, 2011, 07:47:22 PM
I've seen other tools fitted opposite the phillips on a 93mm frame but I've not seen anything done to a standard even approaching factory. If I'm just being forgetful I'm sure someone will come along an :pok: me.
Looking at your picture I'm not sure how successful adding that 84mm nail file would be. It drops too low when you try and fit it on a 91mm frame and I'd guess you'd have the same issue on a 93mm. I've not tried it though.
Your CF re-scales look fine by the way :tu: Quit giving yourself a hard time :D
Post by: Rahmed on June 25, 2011, 12:56:55 AM
(http://img94.imageshack.us/img94/9780/p1110373.jpg)
(http://img89.imageshack.us/img89/2070/p1110370.jpg)
Post by: ironraven on June 25, 2011, 04:36:58 AM
Post by: u99 on June 25, 2011, 09:15:09 AM
Post by: Rahmed on June 25, 2011, 11:27:59 AM
For scales need some dark wood ;)
Post by: Gareth on June 25, 2011, 05:52:58 PM
Post by: Rahmed on June 25, 2011, 07:14:45 PM
Post by: Neil on June 26, 2011, 08:13:47 PM
I've seen some nice GAK mods with brighter coloured scales. I think its because you expect to see them in more drab colours that these appeal to me. Not saying it won't look nice in a dark wood though, just food for thought :)
Post by: tattoosteve99 on June 26, 2011, 10:00:12 PM
Here's the host for a saw.
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/42af1f83.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/1233c21c.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/17ff41b9.jpg)
Disassembled and ready for the next stage. The blackening process.
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/bd6755e6.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on June 26, 2011, 11:00:02 PM
And my stuff is mainly thanks to Spork and Scibeer :) Its great to see more folks getting the bug :tu:amen to that. :cheers:
I've seen some nice GAK mods with brighter coloured scales. I think its because you expect to see them in more drab colours that these appeal to me. Not saying it won't look nice in a dark wood though, just food for thought :)
Post by: frugalscotty on June 29, 2011, 05:31:32 AM
This link is directly to the photo album. The rest of the site is in German.
http://pn-design.ch/www.pn-design.ch/Meine_Alben/Meine_Alben.html (http://pn-design.ch/www.pn-design.ch/Meine_Alben/Meine_Alben.html)
Post by: Randyc1974 on June 29, 2011, 10:05:03 PM
I did not have to change the tip of the blade. Once filed down, I used a Gerber Magnetic Bit Adapter that fits nicely over the driver blade. I can now use any screwdriver bit needed for my light duty jobs. A plus, I can also use a 1/4" socket adapter for driving small nuts. Let me know what you guys think.
(http://i783.photobucket.com/albums/yy117/BulldogCustomGunLeather/SAKMod1.jpg)
(http://i783.photobucket.com/albums/yy117/BulldogCustomGunLeather/SAKMod2.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on June 29, 2011, 10:07:55 PM
Post by: ironraven on June 30, 2011, 01:30:25 AM
Post by: Taninaree on June 30, 2011, 03:50:51 AM
My usual EDC knife is a Victorinox Super Tinker. I watched a YouTube Video by forum member Andres where he modified a Leatherman Squirt to accept a magnetic bit adapter. I decided to try the same modification with my Super Tinker. I carefully filed down the "hump" a bit on the larger flat blade driver.
I did not have to change the tip of the blade. Once filed down, I used a Gerber Magnetic Bit Adapter that fits nicely over the driver blade. I can now use any screwdriver bit needed for my light duty jobs. A plus, I can also use a 1/4" socket adapter for driving small nuts. Let me know what you guys think.
(http://i783.photobucket.com/albums/yy117/BulldogCustomGunLeather/SAKMod1.jpg)
(http://i783.photobucket.com/albums/yy117/BulldogCustomGunLeather/SAKMod2.jpg)
nice mods . :tu:
Post by: Randyc1974 on June 30, 2011, 06:32:02 PM
Can we see the driver without the adapter on it, just to see how skinny it is? There was something similar done by... don't remember, but he left the opener as is, and packed quarter inch bit adapter with jb weld to get similar results. This might just be a better option, as the driver can go into a deeper hole on it's own if it's been narrowed any significant degree.
Here's a photo of the modified flat blade. Most of the filing was done just above the nail nick. The nail nick can still be used. I did not have to modify the tip of the blade so the blade can still be used for it's intended purposes
The magnetic bit adapter fits corner to corner under the squared part of the adapter and slides back to meet the magnet. There is no movement whatsoever and the fit is very secure.
I also modified a Leatherman Squirt and a Leatherman Kick for this same adapter. I've considered making this same mod to my SAK (Trecker) however the flat blade is wider and would take more filing to make the mod work. I don't want to destroy the Trecker's flat blade with this mod.
(http://i783.photobucket.com/albums/yy117/BulldogCustomGunLeather/100_0371mod.jpg)
Post by: Rahmed on July 01, 2011, 05:12:48 PM
(http://img803.imageshack.us/img803/7809/p1110413.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on July 01, 2011, 11:58:14 PM
Post by: Rahmed on July 04, 2011, 03:13:56 PM
Next one is a Little TrailGuide 8)
(http://img198.imageshack.us/img198/9316/p1110421.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on July 04, 2011, 06:09:33 PM
Lots of good things happening in this thread :tu: :drool:
Post by: Rahmed on July 06, 2011, 07:42:14 PM
(http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/8325/dsc5587g.jpg)
Post by: Neil on July 06, 2011, 09:02:48 PM
Post by: BADSAK on July 08, 2011, 01:33:01 AM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on July 08, 2011, 03:11:44 AM
Sorry about the poor picture but I really wanted to post my first Alox mod. I have been carrying a similar knife that I put together in cellidor for a few months and really like it for EDC in the pocket. I carry a Classic on my keys so I never missed the TP or tweezer. I finally found an experienced (used) red Alox Cadet to donate the scales so I diassembled it and put this together. I really like this knife and wish Vic or Swissbianco would produce the Voyageur again since I missed out the first time around!!That's a nice first mod. Welcome to the forum.
Post by: tattoosteve99 on July 08, 2011, 04:12:18 AM
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/th_d267ae04.jpg) (http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/d267ae04.jpg)
Post by: Sazabi on July 08, 2011, 04:13:27 AM
Post by: Sparky415 on July 08, 2011, 08:38:43 AM
Sorry about the poor picture but I really wanted to post my first Alox mod. I have been carrying a similar knife that I put together in cellidor for a few months and really like it for EDC in the pocket. I carry a Classic on my keys so I never missed the TP or tweezer. I finally found an experienced (used) red Alox Cadet to donate the scales so I diassembled it and put this together. I really like this knife and wish Vic or Swissbianco would produce the Voyageur again since I missed out the first time around!!That's a nice first mod. Welcome to the forum.
+1 :tu:
Post by: Sparky415 on July 08, 2011, 08:40:08 AM
A use for some old scales. I broke my casing for my flash drive so I made this out of some damaged scales.
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/th_d267ae04.jpg) (http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/d267ae04.jpg)
That's a good idea Steve :cheers:
Post by: Neil on July 09, 2011, 12:02:06 PM
Sorry about the poor picture but I really wanted to post my first Alox mod. I have been carrying a similar knife that I put together in cellidor for a few months and really like it for EDC in the pocket. I carry a Classic on my keys so I never missed the TP or tweezer. I finally found an experienced (used) red Alox Cadet to donate the scales so I diassembled it and put this together. I really like this knife and wish Vic or Swissbianco would produce the Voyageur again since I missed out the first time around!!
Nice mod :tu: and it'd be cool if the factory would make these but as they no longer make the 84mm scissors I can't see it happening :(
Post by: harryf3 on July 09, 2011, 04:03:37 PM
He made the scales. This SAK has served me very well and is still going strong.
It’s always in the car and sees a lot of use. It recently saved the day in the office. We celebrated with wine and pizza and the corkscrew made me a hero.
(http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk215/harryfeet/IMG_1313.jpg)
(http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk215/harryfeet/IMG_1314.jpg)
(http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk215/harryfeet/IMG_1315.jpg)
(http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk215/harryfeet/IMG_1317.jpg)
The same buddy recently made me a leather sheath and a kydex hanging clip for my red farmer.
(http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk215/harryfeet/IMG_1318.jpg)
(http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk215/harryfeet/IMG_1319.jpg)
(http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk215/harryfeet/IMG_1320.jpg)
Post by: THXbobuk on July 09, 2011, 05:02:46 PM
I have an old Chesterfield was wondering what to make out of the scrap leather.
Brillant idea to show of the symbol with the location of the hole, thats very classy!
Robert
Post by: harryf3 on July 09, 2011, 05:21:34 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on July 09, 2011, 05:27:35 PM
:pok: Do it Robert
Then I can copy you using an old leather coat :cheers:
Post by: Gareth on July 09, 2011, 06:39:55 PM
I was just thinking of making a leather sleeve for my Vic Classic about an hour ago...uncanny!
I have an old Chesterfield was wondering what to make out of the scrap leather.
Brilliant idea to show of the symbol with the location of the hole, thats very classy!
Robert
absolutely agree, fab idea. :cheers:
Post by: Rahmed on July 09, 2011, 07:34:54 PM
Post by: Dexter on July 10, 2011, 02:41:02 PM
Post by: Gareth on July 10, 2011, 03:01:54 PM
Post by: nuphoria on July 10, 2011, 04:19:32 PM
Post by: Neil on July 12, 2011, 11:01:41 PM
Post by: Rahmed on July 13, 2011, 01:01:02 AM
(http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/6310/p1110663b.jpg)
(http://img820.imageshack.us/img820/9334/p1110664.jpg)
(http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/9027/p1110665c.jpg)
(http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/4990/p1110659.jpg)
(http://img231.imageshack.us/img231/8581/p1110660t.jpg)
Post by: Neil on July 13, 2011, 01:06:12 AM
Nice knives :tu:
Post by: Rahmed on July 13, 2011, 01:10:29 AM
Ad Stay Glow: me too... I trade the SwissChamp for Climber SG ;)
Post by: tattoosteve99 on July 13, 2011, 03:02:08 AM
http://www.knifekits.com/vcom/product_info.php?cPath=40_218_362&products_id=1981 (http://www.knifekits.com/vcom/product_info.php?cPath=40_218_362&products_id=1981)
Well its not cheap but you could make a lot of scales from it to make up the difference
Post by: bushidomosquito on July 13, 2011, 05:39:52 AM
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/Titanium%20SAK/tiliner2.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/Titanium%20SAK/tiliner1.jpg)
Liner lock for OHT cut from .062 titanium with a jewelers saw. Not sure why they make the cut wavy like that but I decided to follow suit.
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/Titanium%20SAK/teaser3.jpg)
Various scales in orange G10, carbon fiber and titanium.
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/Titanium%20SAK/scales1.jpg)
Cutting the small blade spacer from titanium.
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/Titanium%20SAK/cuttingsmallbladespacer.jpg)
Yes, I'm going to be doing a lot of these, as well as producing titanium SAK liners for the folks that want to make their own.
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/Titanium%20SAK/linersheet.jpg)
Post by: tattoosteve99 on July 13, 2011, 05:47:27 AM
Post by: bushidomosquito on July 13, 2011, 06:51:08 AM
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/Titanium%20SAK/ticlassic1.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/Titanium%20SAK/ticlassic2.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/Titanium%20SAK/ticlassic3.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on July 13, 2011, 08:34:51 AM
Post by: Rahmed on July 13, 2011, 12:44:44 PM
Quote
...I'm going to be doing a lot of these, as well as producing titanium SAK liners for the folks that want to make their own.
Excellent :tu: I'll wait for these :cheers:
Post by: nuphoria on July 13, 2011, 02:21:45 PM
Post by: Taninaree on July 13, 2011, 03:16:42 PM
Post by: Reinier on July 13, 2011, 03:21:19 PM
Well done! :D
Post by: Neil on July 14, 2011, 11:09:14 AM
Post by: Sidhartha on July 14, 2011, 10:19:09 PM
hope you like it :cheers:
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC03798.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC03785.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC03791.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC03788.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC03793.jpg)
Post by: ari6126 on July 14, 2011, 10:26:00 PM
i finished this today, bantam with brass linners and bull horn scales mirror polished
hope you like it :cheers:
Very pretty.
Post by: Sparky415 on July 14, 2011, 10:32:13 PM
Like it? :o
That's just beautiful Sidhartha :drool:
Post by: Taninaree on July 15, 2011, 03:38:58 AM
i finished this today, bantam with brass linners and bull horn scales mirror polished
hope you like it :cheers:
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC03798.jpg)
I like it ... So nice .... :D ;)
Post by: tattoosteve99 on July 15, 2011, 04:15:44 AM
Why not make your own?
http://www.knifekits.com/vcom/product_info.php?cPath=40_218_362&products_id=1981 (http://www.knifekits.com/vcom/product_info.php?cPath=40_218_362&products_id=1981)
Well its not cheap but you could make a lot of scales from it to make up the difference
Everyone that would like a set we could get together and buy a piece. Then cut them out and send to the people who bought a set. Kinda like a group buy.
Post by: Neil on July 15, 2011, 08:53:59 PM
Quote
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC03785.jpg)
Now that's what I call shiny :cheers: Very nice indeed!
Post by: Gimmeabreak on July 19, 2011, 04:18:54 AM
(http://i1232.photobucket.com/albums/ff380/Summonabotch/2011-07-18_22-05-10_209.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on July 19, 2011, 07:46:57 AM
Post by: nuphoria on July 19, 2011, 10:11:24 AM
Post by: Rahmed on July 19, 2011, 06:26:36 PM
I had alox-afternoon... Bushcrafter & CityMan 8)
(http://img148.imageshack.us/img148/8136/p1110818h.jpg)
(http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/7272/p1110820a.jpg)
(http://img88.imageshack.us/img88/2409/p1110821g.jpg)
Post by: tattoosteve99 on July 20, 2011, 09:13:58 PM
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/th_86b7c6dc.jpg) (http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/86b7c6dc.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/th_5bc5ac4b.jpg) (http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/5bc5ac4b.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/th_5b07749e.jpg) (http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/5b07749e.jpg)
Its tigerstripe G10
Post by: Sparky415 on July 20, 2011, 09:16:36 PM
That looks very :drool:
Post by: nuphoria on July 21, 2011, 12:12:32 AM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on July 21, 2011, 03:30:18 AM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on July 21, 2011, 05:50:00 AM
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/th_10c795e5.jpg) (http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/10c795e5.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/th_73ecfde5.jpg) (http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/73ecfde5.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/th_b9f347fb.jpg) (http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/b9f347fb.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/th_f7b9ea54.jpg) (http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/f7b9ea54.jpg)
Some custom file work. I hope you can see it.
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/th_60a4628d.jpg) (http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/60a4628d.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/th_add81ce0.jpg) (http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/add81ce0.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/th_659b58db.jpg) (http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/659b58db.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/th_cbbc1bb9.jpg) (http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/cbbc1bb9.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/th_991a1ae3.jpg) (http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/991a1ae3.jpg)
Post by: bushidomosquito on July 21, 2011, 01:31:05 PM
Post by: Taninaree on July 21, 2011, 02:58:28 PM
Ok Its done and I can post. Its a combination of 3 saks. I hope you all like it
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/th_10c795e5.jpg) (http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/10c795e5.jpg)
Nice .....I like it. :tu: :D
Post by: Sazabi on July 21, 2011, 03:10:14 PM
Dang you're good, Steve. :ahhh
Post by: Randyc1974 on July 21, 2011, 04:51:29 PM
Randy
Post by: Gareth on July 21, 2011, 06:57:28 PM
Post by: Vladimir on July 21, 2011, 06:59:44 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on July 21, 2011, 07:42:13 PM
Wow! and here I thought you were just an Alox guy. I want to know how you did the shield. That's the one thing I'm having the most trouble with on my G10. Is that inlaid into the scale or glued on top?
To start I cleaned the back side with some 600 grit sandpaper. Then used a little dab of super glue to hole it in place. After that dried I put a little more(while holding the cross in place). Let it dry completely. Sanded smooth with 1000 grit. Then applied several layers of clear satin lacquer. Sanded in between coats..and done.Its a slow process but its smooth to the touch. Also make a little divot in the g10 prior to applying the cross. :D Thanks for the compliments guys,and gals.
Post by: Reinier on July 21, 2011, 07:52:19 PM
Nice file work by the way :tu:
Post by: Neil on July 21, 2011, 09:30:41 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on July 21, 2011, 10:14:21 PM
Nice tool combination too :tu:
Coming from you I'm flattered.
Post by: tattoosteve99 on July 23, 2011, 12:50:19 AM
Post by: Sidhartha on July 26, 2011, 02:05:34 AM
:cheers:
Post by: Sidhartha on July 28, 2011, 02:23:59 AM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC03882.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC03881.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC03876.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC03874.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC03884.jpg)
:cheers:
Post by: Sparky415 on July 28, 2011, 12:09:48 PM
All I can say is :drool:
Black liners as well :o :gimme:
Post by: nuphoria on July 28, 2011, 01:05:34 PM
Excellent! :D
Post by: Neil on July 28, 2011, 09:19:52 PM
Post by: Rahmed on July 30, 2011, 06:37:38 PM
Another wish-vics... next Huntsman Slim & Joiner 8)
(http://img155.imageshack.us/img155/9382/p1110857u.jpg)
(http://img202.imageshack.us/img202/592/p1110855.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on July 30, 2011, 07:08:12 PM
Post by: Rahmed on August 01, 2011, 09:22:48 PM
84mm Lumberjack & Wenger Soldat after regrind 8)
(http://img854.imageshack.us/img854/1192/p1110900.jpg)
(http://img89.imageshack.us/img89/6240/p1110903.jpg)
(http://img231.imageshack.us/img231/7345/p1110850.jpg)
(http://img847.imageshack.us/img847/3598/p1110896.jpg)
Post by: Neil on August 01, 2011, 09:27:19 PM
Though that is one less spare liner out there ;)
Post by: bushidomosquito on August 01, 2011, 09:51:03 PM
Post by: Rahmed on August 16, 2011, 09:28:49 PM
(http://img801.imageshack.us/img801/9159/p1120031.jpg)
(http://img805.imageshack.us/img805/1820/p1120036.jpg)
(http://img405.imageshack.us/img405/6532/p1120038.jpg)
(http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/9347/p1120037e.jpg)
(http://img97.imageshack.us/img97/5254/p1120032g.jpg)
Post by: Rahmed on August 31, 2011, 09:22:55 PM
half-forgotten project, highly specialized Woodpecker and more universal birthday SAK... no name yet 8)
edit: anyone tried to use combotool in 93mm Alox ???
(http://img685.imageshack.us/img685/204/p1120296.jpg)
(http://img832.imageshack.us/img832/2479/p1120295p.jpg)
Post by: ironraven on September 01, 2011, 02:17:50 AM
The one with the pliers, might I propose a name- the Naturalist, as it is basically a Scientist with pliers and saw.
Post by: Rahmed on September 01, 2011, 09:47:42 AM
...the secondary blade is a reground main blade or small?It is regrind of small blade...
... might I propose a name- the Naturalist, as it is basically a Scientist with pliers and saw.
Naturalist is a good-one, thanks :cheers:
Post by: Neil on September 01, 2011, 01:10:03 PM
Sorry :-[
In other news, whilst preparing to do a mod I found this ...
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/victorinox-oops.jpg)
A rare factory fault from Victorinox. The end pin was never peened! it looks like the central pin has been hand bashed with a cross milled hammer as well. Must have been made on a Friday :D
Post by: tattoosteve99 on September 01, 2011, 02:13:07 PM
Do its without scales and call it the Naturist :PLooks like someone was hitting the juice a little early. You gonna send it back for repair?
Sorry :-[
In other news, whilst preparing to do a mod I found this ...
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/victorinox-oops.jpg)
A rare factory fault from Victorinox. The end pin was never peened! it looks like the central pin has been hand bashed with a cross milled hammer as well. Must have been made on a Friday :D
Post by: Neil on September 01, 2011, 03:17:12 PM
Post by: Rahmed on September 01, 2011, 06:08:33 PM
Do its without scales and call it the Naturist :PNot bad >:D... translucent Sapphire :angel:
(http://img695.imageshack.us/img695/7299/p1120306l.jpg)
(http://img14.imageshack.us/img14/6954/p1120304.jpg)
Post by: Rahmed on September 09, 2011, 07:19:14 PM
(http://img42.imageshack.us/img42/7643/p1120363.jpg)
(http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/6716/p1120392.jpg)
(http://img225.imageshack.us/img225/1739/p1120387j.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on September 09, 2011, 07:21:22 PM
Post by: Neil on September 10, 2011, 12:05:54 AM
Post by: Rahmed on September 10, 2011, 12:13:33 AM
Post by: Rahmed on September 10, 2011, 04:16:37 PM
Upon request, I added wood saw and metal saw to the Explorer, can it be?
(http://img708.imageshack.us/img708/2019/p1120398r.jpg)
(http://img405.imageshack.us/img405/1002/p1120401.jpg)
Post by: ironraven on September 10, 2011, 07:47:10 PM
What happened with the scales?
Post by: Rahmed on September 11, 2011, 12:11:25 AM
Owner glued handles a kind of unfortunate glue and this was the result...I already put new one 8)
Post by: Neil on September 11, 2011, 12:42:44 AM
Yup :tu:
Owner glued handles a kind of unfortunate glue and this was the result...I already put new one 8)
And let this be a lesson to the unwary... solvents and cellidor don't mix ;)
Post by: tattoosteve99 on September 15, 2011, 01:08:05 AM
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/3e0b989c.jpg)
I had to regrind the nail nick on the mag glass so it would sit low enough not to drag in the pocket. It took 3 try's to get the pins not to bend. But I finally got it.
Post by: MadPlumbarian on September 15, 2011, 04:46:36 AM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on September 15, 2011, 06:33:56 AM
Post by: bushidomosquito on September 15, 2011, 08:38:08 AM
Post by: Sparky415 on September 15, 2011, 09:47:56 AM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on September 15, 2011, 02:49:33 PM
Nice Steve! What backspring do you use for the mag/Phillips layer?
To my surprise it was the regular thick spring from a pioneer. When I measured it I almost hit the floor. It was so close I couldn't believe it.
Post by: Jmora on September 15, 2011, 05:16:42 PM
Here is my new daily carry. It's a cross between an alox farmer and a 91mm explorer
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/3e0b989c.jpg)
I had to regrind the nail nick on the mag glass so it would sit low enough not to drag in the pocket. It took 3 try's to get the pins not to bend. But I finally got it.
I wouldn't have reground the mag glass, you lost an opportunity for an emerson style tactical OHO mag glass, that opens as you pull it out of your pocket. Sherlock Holmes + Ninja. :D
Post by: tattoosteve99 on September 16, 2011, 12:23:24 AM
Post by: bushidomosquito on September 16, 2011, 01:13:04 AM
Post by: Metropolicity on September 16, 2011, 01:29:16 AM
umm..
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/1-led-with-2-magnifiers-black-589 (http://www.dealextreme.com/p/1-led-with-2-magnifiers-black-589)
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/30x21mm-jewelers-loupe-magnifier-8186 (http://www.dealextreme.com/p/30x21mm-jewelers-loupe-magnifier-8186)
have you looked into ones made for medium sized flashlight heads? They are often used to make 'throwers'
Post by: bushidomosquito on September 16, 2011, 03:14:06 AM
Post by: Nikos on September 16, 2011, 03:47:07 AM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on September 16, 2011, 02:06:00 PM
Post by: Neil on September 16, 2011, 02:07:41 PM
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/lens-round.jpg)
It works better than you'd imagine as you can grab it from the sides.
Thinning out the backspring to allow an unmodified magnifier to fit would seem sensible but I'm not going there. Every time a backspring gets thinned there seems to be a follow up tale of woe about it snapping :ahhh I'm just not brave enough :D
Post by: bushidomosquito on September 16, 2011, 03:21:45 PM
Here's another option for getting the magnifier to fit in a 93mm with out sticking out too far.
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/lens-round.jpg)
It works better than you'd imagine as you can grab it from the sides.
Thinning out the backspring to allow an unmodified magnifier to fit would seem sensible but I'm not going there. Every time a backspring gets thinned there seems to be a follow up tale of woe about it snapping :ahhh I'm just not brave enough :D
I was worried about the backspring snapping so I made the transition gradual and ground it slowly not letting it get past warm to preserve the temper. Then polished it back up to remove any stress points in the grind lines. Time will tell.
Post by: nuphoria on September 16, 2011, 03:38:00 PM
Post by: stressmaster5000 on September 17, 2011, 11:03:37 PM
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Dhuknsk5NRk/TnT_XmSoJLI/AAAAAAAAPW0/OzseCvXWzJ8/s800/Modded%252520Special%252520Technician-03.JPG)
Post by: nuphoria on September 18, 2011, 12:12:51 AM
Post by: Gareth on September 18, 2011, 10:10:36 AM
Post by: Sidhartha on September 19, 2011, 03:48:09 AM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07430.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC03920.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07441.jpg)
:salute:
Post by: stressmaster5000 on September 19, 2011, 05:51:30 AM
I like the look of that mate, good tool combo. :tu: Is it going to be a user?You bet. :salute: It might not get heavy use but I will indeed use it. :tu:
Post by: Jmora on September 19, 2011, 12:30:36 PM
horn swisschamp
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07430.jpg)
:salute:
that looks really nice :drool:
Post by: Neil on September 19, 2011, 05:20:22 PM
Post by: sawman on September 19, 2011, 08:54:58 PM
horn swisschampNice :drool: that one's a keeper :)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07430.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC03920.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07441.jpg)
:salute:
Post by: stressmaster5000 on September 19, 2011, 09:56:56 PM
horn swisschampQuite fetching indeed! Looks like you might could have rounded off the edges some more.
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07430.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC03920.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07441.jpg)
:salute:
Post by: Gareth on September 19, 2011, 11:19:40 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on September 19, 2011, 11:30:59 PM
horn swisschampQuite fetching indeed! Looks like you might could have rounded off the edges some more.
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07430.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC03920.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07441.jpg)
:salute:
That is really :drool:
Without being rude I think Stressmaster may have a point :salute: but :gimme:
Post by: Sidhartha on September 19, 2011, 11:51:05 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on September 20, 2011, 12:03:51 AM
Yep just send it to me Sid, you will never have to look at it again :salute:
:D :cheers:
Post by: batjka104 on September 20, 2011, 12:34:58 PM
Here is my mod built to my specifications by Neil B.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Dhuknsk5NRk/TnT_XmSoJLI/AAAAAAAAPW0/OzseCvXWzJ8/s800/Modded%252520Special%252520Technician-03.JPG)
This is one beautiful knife. It looks like you have the pliers and the phillips in the same layer. How does that work?
Post by: Neil on September 20, 2011, 01:27:17 PM
horn swisschampQuite fetching indeed! Looks like you might could have rounded off the edges some more.
...
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC03920.jpg)
...
:salute:
Horses for courses I guess. I like the squared off look myself.
Post by: Neil on September 20, 2011, 01:28:49 PM
Here is my mod built to my specifications by Neil B.
...
This is one beautiful knife. It looks like you have the pliers and the phillips in the same layer. How does that work?
Optical illusion :) The pliers are in their own layer.
Post by: Sparky415 on September 20, 2011, 01:48:52 PM
horn swisschampQuite fetching indeed! Looks like you might could have rounded off the edges some more.
:salute:
Horses for courses I guess. I like the squared off look myself.
:pok: Shhhhh or he will never send it to me
:D
Post by: Neil on September 20, 2011, 02:15:58 PM
Post by: Sazabi on September 20, 2011, 02:30:18 PM
... And I've still not found any of Sidhartha's mods on EDCSource yet. :pok: :D
Post by: bushidomosquito on September 22, 2011, 02:47:52 AM
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/carbontinker/P9211560.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/carbontinker/P9211562.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/carbontinker/P9211563.jpg)
It requires a .020" washer to back up the flat driver but it seems to work pretty smooth.
Post by: tattoosteve99 on September 22, 2011, 03:07:53 AM
Anybody try this yet?
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/carbontinker/P9211560.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/carbontinker/P9211562.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/carbontinker/P9211563.jpg)
It requires a .020" washer to back up the flat driver but it seems to work pretty smooth.
I did one similar. You may want to check to make sure the inline phillips doesn't hit the scales.
Post by: Neil on September 22, 2011, 05:57:46 PM
Like most ideas/projects, "another day" has yet to come around :D
Post by: ironraven on September 23, 2011, 12:49:25 AM
Post by: bushidomosquito on September 23, 2011, 12:53:46 AM
Post by: ironraven on September 23, 2011, 03:17:53 AM
I had to make it from bronze that was twice that thickness.
So not for beginners that still check to make sure they still have finger prints. :P
Post by: tattoosteve99 on September 25, 2011, 04:51:11 AM
Post by: bushidomosquito on September 25, 2011, 05:02:50 AM
Post by: Metropolicity on September 25, 2011, 05:55:45 AM
What's t&t?Tweezer/toothpick?
Tornado/tempered steel?
Tempura/tempanyaki!
Post by: bushidomosquito on September 25, 2011, 06:58:48 AM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on September 25, 2011, 05:17:13 PM
Post by: edcgear on September 25, 2011, 05:38:37 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on September 25, 2011, 06:04:35 PM
Can't wait to see!! :drool:I'm sure you will love it.
Сигуран сам да ће га љубав.
Post by: edcgear on September 25, 2011, 07:13:49 PM
Can't wait to see!! :drool:I'm sure you will love it.
Сигуран сам да ће га љубав.
:salute: :tu: :tu: :tu: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Post by: Rahmed on September 26, 2011, 09:21:35 PM
(http://img545.imageshack.us/img545/1272/p1120584.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on September 26, 2011, 09:24:56 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on September 26, 2011, 11:17:03 PM
Post by: Rahmed on September 26, 2011, 11:40:35 PM
Tool selection by Mercury & Co. stolen from here: :angel:
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,31394.0.html (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,31394.0.html)
Post by: sawman on September 27, 2011, 03:55:05 AM
Post by: Glblav on September 28, 2011, 07:29:20 PM
That cybertool 25 is a beauty! Great photo!
Post by: Neil on September 28, 2011, 07:37:35 PM
Nasty old knife but look what's lurking in the middle...
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/harvesting.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on September 28, 2011, 08:07:42 PM
Post by: Neil on September 28, 2011, 09:36:57 PM
Post by: nuphoria on September 28, 2011, 10:16:04 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on September 28, 2011, 10:29:24 PM
Post by: Rahmed on September 28, 2011, 11:15:05 PM
Post by: ironraven on September 29, 2011, 02:04:29 AM
Post by: bushidomosquito on September 29, 2011, 02:23:44 AM
That is one very, very dirty Salesman. Probably went to a convention, met a "very nice" girl at the bar, got rolled, stripped, and dumped wearing duct tape and zip ties in a dumpster outside of town.... *sigh* What are your intents on this poor fellow, after a good shower?
Or woke up in a tub of ice in Mexico with his tweezers missing...
Post by: ironraven on September 29, 2011, 02:29:21 AM
Or woke up in a tub of ice in Mexico with his tweezers missing...
You're right! They took his tweezers AND his toothpick! Oh the humanity!!!
:D
Post by: nuphoria on September 29, 2011, 01:36:13 PM
Post by: Rahmed on October 01, 2011, 07:09:02 PM
(http://img202.imageshack.us/img202/5889/p1120615r.jpg)
(http://img696.imageshack.us/img696/8072/p1120619c.jpg)
Post by: Neil on October 01, 2011, 08:35:43 PM
Post by: nuphoria on October 01, 2011, 08:58:10 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on October 01, 2011, 09:06:55 PM
These threads give me a :pok: I must have another go at a wood scaled SAK :salute:
:cheers:
Post by: bushidomosquito on October 02, 2011, 01:06:56 AM
Post by: Rahmed on October 04, 2011, 07:57:11 PM
And I got proper sak-riveting tool in exchange... good business :tu:
(http://img821.imageshack.us/img821/2404/p1120650.jpg)
Post by: Rahmed on October 08, 2011, 05:49:15 PM
(http://img707.imageshack.us/img707/6283/p1120676.jpg)
(http://img406.imageshack.us/img406/8130/p1120675.jpg)
Post by: Dexter on October 08, 2011, 08:41:52 PM
:salute:
(http://img707.imageshack.us/img707/6283/p1120676.jpg)
(http://img406.imageshack.us/img406/8130/p1120675.jpg)
Very nice Rahmed! :drool: Love the close up shot. :tu:
Post by: tattoosteve99 on October 09, 2011, 05:01:14 PM
Post by: edcgear on October 09, 2011, 05:19:07 PM
Ok for a final mod for awhile. This is going to be edcgear and he says it will be the first and maybe only custom alox SAK in Serbia. Red alox scales, brass liners. With electricians blade/awl, inline Philips/ combo tool, scissors with no cutout and toothpick and tweezers.
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme:
Post by: tattoosteve99 on October 09, 2011, 05:26:56 PM
Post by: Essexman on October 09, 2011, 06:45:00 PM
Not my own work, I purchased this one already modded by a member of another forum some time ago.
(http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t212/essexman/Knife%20stuff/DSCF2059.jpg) (http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t212/essexman/Knife%20stuff/DSCF2060.jpg)
(http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t212/essexman/Knife%20stuff/DSCF2065.jpg) (http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t212/essexman/Knife%20stuff/DSCF2060.jpg)
(http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t212/essexman/Knife%20stuff/DSCF2067.jpg) (http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t212/essexman/Knife%20stuff/DSCF2062.jpg)
Shing made the clip for it. It's so small and light I've nearly lost it a few times.
Post by: tattoosteve99 on October 09, 2011, 07:34:42 PM
SAK Junior modded with Ti scales.
Not my own work, I purchased this one already modded by a member of another forum some time ago.
(http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t212/essexman/Knife%20stuff/DSCF2059.jpg) (http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t212/essexman/Knife%20stuff/DSCF2060.jpg)
(http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t212/essexman/Knife%20stuff/DSCF2065.jpg) (http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t212/essexman/Knife%20stuff/DSCF2060.jpg)
(http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t212/essexman/Knife%20stuff/DSCF2067.jpg) (http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t212/essexman/Knife%20stuff/DSCF2062.jpg)
Shing made the clip for it. It's so small and light I've nearly lost it a few times.
Nice titanium. I wouldn't want to lose that one. Maybe time to add a lanyard to that.
Post by: Neil on October 09, 2011, 07:47:44 PM
Post by: Gareth on October 10, 2011, 12:44:52 AM
Post by: Rahmed on October 15, 2011, 01:44:46 PM
(http://img804.imageshack.us/img804/4526/p1120706.jpg)
(http://img196.imageshack.us/img196/4669/p1120709.jpg)
(http://img213.imageshack.us/img213/7096/p1120708.jpg)
Post by: Neil on October 15, 2011, 04:32:31 PM
I've some dark red kicking around that I may have a play with.
Post by: nuphoria on October 15, 2011, 05:07:58 PM
Post by: bushidomosquito on October 16, 2011, 01:52:39 AM
Post by: Neil on October 16, 2011, 03:59:43 PM
I remember scibeer doing some matching SAKs and pens in green micarta. They were were very drool worthy.
Post by: Sidhartha on October 16, 2011, 07:09:41 PM
Post by: Rahmed on October 21, 2011, 09:24:35 PM
Small Huntsman Slim in Wenger's Delemont Version... Chasseur Petite 8)
(http://img14.imageshack.us/img14/4863/p1120772w.jpg)
(http://img847.imageshack.us/img847/4299/p1120776.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on October 22, 2011, 12:30:53 AM
Post by: Rahmed on October 22, 2011, 12:35:36 AM
Post by: Rahmed on October 28, 2011, 09:26:07 PM
(http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/6172/dsc01330jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img847.imageshack.us/img847/3892/p1120874.jpg)
(http://img827.imageshack.us/img827/1010/p1120873.jpg)
Post by: ironraven on October 29, 2011, 01:03:39 AM
Post by: Neil on October 29, 2011, 10:33:10 PM
The one with no name is the red one? Heavy-metal Explorer? :) Love the Bushcrafter configuration.
Like it :tu:
Post by: Rahmed on October 30, 2011, 07:52:44 AM
(http://img705.imageshack.us/img705/8117/p1120893vy.jpg)
(http://img80.imageshack.us/img80/9915/p1120891.jpg)
(http://img202.imageshack.us/img202/4798/p1120897.jpg)
Post by: Sidhartha on October 30, 2011, 05:33:28 PM
Post by: Neil on October 30, 2011, 06:18:45 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on October 31, 2011, 12:15:04 AM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04069.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04070.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04068.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04055.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04064.jpg)
:salute:
Post by: bushidomosquito on October 31, 2011, 04:43:41 AM
You're going to make me have to break out the timascus...
Post by: nuphoria on October 31, 2011, 10:40:27 AM
Oh, and whatever Timascus is, please make me something out of it :D
Post by: Neil on October 31, 2011, 01:19:20 PM
Post by: Rahmed on October 31, 2011, 03:19:30 PM
That's a very nice combination of materials :tu:+1.... stunning work :tu:
Post by: bushidomosquito on October 31, 2011, 07:08:44 PM
That's an absolute beauty :drool:
Oh, and whatever Timascus is, please make me something out of it :D
Timascus is like damascus steel with different alloys of titanium instead of different alloys of steel. A more fitting name would be titanium mokume gane. A pendant that I made and a knife that I didn't,
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/003.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/timascusMoab2.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on October 31, 2011, 11:20:37 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on November 01, 2011, 01:08:31 AM
bull horn, wood and green spacer.Wow very nice. Mind sharing the filework technique?
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04069.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04070.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04068.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04055.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04064.jpg)
:salute:
Post by: Sidhartha on November 01, 2011, 02:03:23 AM
bushidomosquito: that material looks very nice! :drool: a sak like that would be very crazy! :ahhh
hi steve the pattern is called vine, you can find a lot of videos of how to do it on youtube, just get some diamond files :tu:
:salute:
Post by: Sidhartha on November 01, 2011, 07:12:10 PM
bone camper:
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04094.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04092.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04086.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04075.jpg)
:salute:
Post by: victor7000 on November 01, 2011, 09:14:28 PM
Post by: nuphoria on November 01, 2011, 09:58:51 PM
Post by: Reinier on November 02, 2011, 09:25:43 AM
Post by: sardauker on November 02, 2011, 11:46:58 AM
Proper pocket jewellery... lovely :)
ditto.
Post by: bushidomosquito on November 02, 2011, 09:24:14 PM
Post by: Rahmed on November 05, 2011, 06:46:08 PM
(http://img827.imageshack.us/img827/7268/p1120917.jpg)
(http://img17.imageshack.us/img17/9456/p1120916u.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on November 05, 2011, 09:44:27 PM
Post by: Rahmed on November 05, 2011, 09:52:33 PM
(http://img692.imageshack.us/img692/2677/p1120919v.jpg)
Post by: edcgear on November 05, 2011, 10:41:03 PM
What about Yeoman AL?
(http://img692.imageshack.us/img692/2677/p1120919v.jpg)
:drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme:
Post by: Agent X68 on November 05, 2011, 11:02:02 PM
What about Yeoman AL?Sir, that is quite possibly the most beautiful SAK i have ever seen. :salute:
(http://img692.imageshack.us/img692/2677/p1120919v.jpg)
:drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme:
Post by: bushidomosquito on November 05, 2011, 11:34:16 PM
(http://img17.imageshack.us/img17/9456/p1120916u.jpg)
What's with the scaredy cat on the blade? I've never seen that before.
Post by: Rahmed on November 05, 2011, 11:53:03 PM
It's a trademark of my friend Jan Novak from Czech Republic... he did the clip for this particular Soldier that I used for this mod.
Here's another cat ;)
(http://img832.imageshack.us/img832/5404/p1110806s.jpg)
Post by: Sidhartha on November 07, 2011, 06:43:33 PM
Post by: Rahmed on November 07, 2011, 10:49:36 PM
One more brasscat from hanes :cheers:
(http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/7177/hanesfunebrakcl.jpg)
(http://img811.imageshack.us/img811/523/hanesfunebrakop.jpg)
Post by: Sidhartha on November 08, 2011, 02:22:58 AM
Post by: bushidomosquito on November 10, 2011, 12:16:13 AM
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/5%20layer/5layer7.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/5%20layer/5layer6.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/5%20layer/5layer5.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/5%20layer/5layer4.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/5%20layer/5layer3.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/5%20layer/5layer2.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/5%20layer/5layer1.jpg)
Post by: ironraven on November 10, 2011, 02:29:45 AM
Post by: Dexter on November 10, 2011, 05:17:42 AM
Just a question though. Most SAKs have the pliers and scissor the other way around in order to make it easier to have access to the scissors nail nick, or is it better the way it is? In other words - drivers, pliers, scissors, saw, blade...?
Post by: bushidomosquito on November 10, 2011, 05:40:39 AM
Post by: stressmaster5000 on November 10, 2011, 06:40:29 AM
Post by: ICanFixThat on November 11, 2011, 02:40:45 AM
I bet even Victorinox employees like this thread.
Great Work everyone! :cheers:
Post by: Neil on November 13, 2011, 04:56:38 PM
Does it come with free belt and braces :P ;) Just curious, what does it weigh?
Post by: Sidhartha on November 15, 2011, 02:23:42 AM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04196.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04226.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04209.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04198.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04201.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04218.jpg)
:salute:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 15, 2011, 03:04:47 AM
bull huntsmanBEAUTIFUL! :^b..... JR
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04196.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04226.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04209.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04198.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04201.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04218.jpg)
:salute:
Post by: Reinier on November 15, 2011, 07:00:47 AM
Post by: stressmaster5000 on November 15, 2011, 07:27:11 AM
bull huntsman:tu: Amazing work!
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04196.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04226.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04209.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04198.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04201.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04218.jpg)
:salute:
Post by: Neil on November 15, 2011, 10:30:30 AM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on November 15, 2011, 11:06:35 AM
I'm not one for horn but that looks very smart and has me thinking about using some alternative handle material :tu:How about one with mammoth ivory in it? :ahhh:
Post by: Rahmed on November 16, 2011, 10:40:04 PM
Wenger NR 57 from Hanes Factory 8)
(http://img819.imageshack.us/img819/8100/hanesnr571.jpg)
(http://img46.imageshack.us/img46/7566/hanesnr572.jpg)
Post by: ari6126 on November 16, 2011, 10:44:31 PM
Wenger NR 57 from Hanes Factory 8)
I love it.
Post by: Rahmed on November 16, 2011, 10:51:26 PM
(http://img198.imageshack.us/img198/6254/dsc03212jpg.jpg)
Post by: jimmiewalker on November 17, 2011, 10:12:22 AM
2Sidhartha: masterpeace :tu:
Wenger NR 57 from Hanes Factory 8)
(http://img819.imageshack.us/img819/8100/hanesnr571.jpg)
(http://img46.imageshack.us/img46/7566/hanesnr572.jpg)
Oah!! Amazing work!!! I like it sooo much man!
Post by: Reinier on November 18, 2011, 08:59:15 AM
How about one with mammoth ivory in it? :ahhh:
Like these?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250934521153 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250934521153)
Post by: tattoosteve99 on November 18, 2011, 01:37:46 PM
Whoa! Yeah that's cool.How about one with mammoth ivory in it? :ahhh:
Like these?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250934521153 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250934521153)
Post by: Rahmed on November 24, 2011, 01:00:39 AM
Soldier handles, clip and stone-wash finish... :cheers:
(http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/2346/p1120956.jpg)
(http://img856.imageshack.us/img856/4914/p1120958.jpg)
(http://img502.imageshack.us/img502/9563/p1120961.jpg)
(http://img526.imageshack.us/img526/7956/p1120964.jpg)
(http://img824.imageshack.us/img824/2026/p1120968.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on November 24, 2011, 01:06:57 AM
Post by: Rahmed on November 25, 2011, 09:24:17 PM
(http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/301/p1120975f.jpg)
(http://img217.imageshack.us/img217/4272/p1120974l.jpg)
(http://img213.imageshack.us/img213/5513/p1120977.jpg)
(http://img502.imageshack.us/img502/2733/p1120978p.jpg)
Post by: Rahmed on November 25, 2011, 11:42:11 PM
Comparative photos with SwissChamp ;)
(http://img843.imageshack.us/img843/8066/p1120983.jpg)
(http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/6528/p1120980v.jpg)
(http://img854.imageshack.us/img854/8329/p1120982.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on November 26, 2011, 12:40:29 AM
Post by: Rahmed on November 26, 2011, 01:40:06 AM
Big thanks to harryf3 for bushes idea :cheers:
Post by: tattoosteve99 on November 26, 2011, 04:05:32 AM
93 mm Blue Alox Bantam
(http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/301/p1120975f.jpg)
(http://img217.imageshack.us/img217/4272/p1120974l.jpg)
(http://img213.imageshack.us/img213/5513/p1120977.jpg)
(http://img502.imageshack.us/img502/2733/p1120978p.jpg)
Ok I must ask. How did you get the combo tool to sit correctly. Please do tell.
Post by: Rahmed on November 26, 2011, 07:09:51 AM
(http://img824.imageshack.us/img824/4103/p1120971p.jpg)
Post by: bladechick777 on November 29, 2011, 07:41:04 AM
Makes Me Dream Of Getting My Explorer In G-10 And My Soldier In Timascus Lol.
Post by: Sidhartha on December 01, 2011, 10:03:04 PM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07600.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07603.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07601.jpg)(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07616.jpg)
Post by: tattoosteve99 on December 01, 2011, 10:31:57 PM
wenge bantam (not wenger lol)Super nice! I'm going to try that vine pattern next.
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07600.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07603.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07601.jpg)(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07616.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 01, 2011, 10:58:00 PM
wenge bantam (not wenger lol)OMG that's freaking B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L!! JR
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07603.jpg)
Post by: tattoosteve99 on December 01, 2011, 10:59:58 PM
Maybe your main blade will be like that :think:wenge bantam (not wenger lol)OMG that's freaking B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L!! JR
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07603.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 01, 2011, 11:02:00 PM
:drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:Maybe your main blade will be like that :think:wenge bantam (not wenger lol)OMG that's freaking B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L!! JR
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07603.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on December 01, 2011, 11:06:02 PM
Post by: Syph007 on December 01, 2011, 11:48:27 PM
Super nice! I'm going to try that vine pattern next.
Ya I was just wondering how hard that would be... round file and a triangular one? It looks so good.
Post by: Sidhartha on December 01, 2011, 11:55:07 PM
Post by: Syph007 on December 02, 2011, 12:01:18 AM
thanks to all, i use the round, and half roud file for all the patern :salute:
Thanks for sharing! I gotta give it a try now... on a spare old blade first though! :D
Post by: tattoosteve99 on December 02, 2011, 08:59:01 PM
thanks to all, i use the round, and half roud file for all the patern :salute:Luckily I have both ;)
Post by: Rahmed on December 04, 2011, 03:01:50 PM
CyberTool 41 with added LED, magnifying glass, serrated blade and 93mm style reamer...
(http://img841.imageshack.us/img841/959/p1130053l.jpg)
(http://img444.imageshack.us/img444/1346/p1130045.jpg)
(http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/6602/p1130050o.jpg)
(http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/8761/p1130052.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on December 04, 2011, 03:12:03 PM
Post by: Gareth on December 04, 2011, 03:15:57 PM
Post by: bladechick777 on December 04, 2011, 04:23:04 PM
Very Cool And Useful As Hell. =] If I Had One Of Those... The Rest Would Certainly Get Less Attention Lol.
Though, Not Too Sure I Could Give Up Carrying My Explorer And Classic.
Now I Just Need Blue G-10 Handles On My Explorer... Or Blue Alox Handles... And The Thing Would Be Beyond Perfect.
Post by: Neil on December 04, 2011, 05:18:02 PM
(http://www.buckarooleather.com.au/images/products/TMHB.jpg)
http://www.buckarooleather.com.au/
Post by: Rahmed on December 04, 2011, 05:33:58 PM
It's a mod on request... do not know how it will be carry by owner, but your option is charming :D
Post by: bladechick777 on December 04, 2011, 08:06:44 PM
Post by: Reinier on December 06, 2011, 02:51:49 PM
Which backspring did you use for the second blade layer?
Post by: Rahmed on December 06, 2011, 11:45:05 PM
Blades backspring with hook on back :tu:
(http://img521.imageshack.us/img521/1339/p1130056.jpg)
Post by: Sidhartha on December 07, 2011, 01:00:05 AM
Post by: Glynn on December 07, 2011, 01:29:15 AM
knife
random screwdrivers, mostly a long thin philips #0.
scissors
pliers
pen
tweezers
USB flash drive of some type
bent paperclip for pushing out CDs
I didn't need the can/bottle openers or the awl, so that layer went in the parts bin. I also don't really use the corkscrew, but since it holds the mini driver and there's already a philips bit with the CT, it might as well stay. I like the look of some of the more exotic woods, bloodwood, for instance, but I was waiting on shipping on that, and had this walnut (I think? Was just a board in the garage, seems like walnut, but I'm not 100% sure.) just sitting on a shelf in the garage. So I thought I'd try and see what mistakes I could make.
I need to find a better long thin screwdriver to convert to a bit, this was a cheap one from a set from china that probably cost <$1 total. I smashed the handle, flattened it out until it fits fairly tightly, took a motherboard riser hex screw thingy, drilled it out, filed it down, and stuck it on the screwdriver with a bit of glue to stabilize it while it's in the bit driver. It works ok, stays nice and solid in the bit driver, but the tip isn't as precise as I'd like.. but this is just my prototype knife anyway, so no worries.
Since the pen and tweezers(and straight pin) fit on one scale, I could do what I wanted with the other, so I looked around for a usb flash drive small enough to fit in a scale. The Verbatim Tuff 'n' Tiny works nicely.. something like 2mm thick by 14mm by 31mm. To keep it in the scale and cover the slot in the side, I made a small wood block with a hole thru the middle, the CD drive opener paper clip holds it in place quite nicely. I might rework the end of that a bit, not sure what to do with it, but folded over like this, I keep bending it when I use the scissors and forget to rotate the clip first. :P
Once I got the scales cut and sanded down to where I wanted, the black plastic of the bit holder looked out of place, and I wanted to fit the extra long bit in there anyway, so I remade it from the wood as well.
Anyway, I'll stop talking and show you PICS:
(http://img198.imageshack.us/img198/217/1000094b.jpg)
(http://img31.imageshack.us/img31/3898/1000068b.jpg)
(http://img819.imageshack.us/img819/7965/1000103b.jpg)
(http://img818.imageshack.us/img818/3634/1000105bh.jpg)
(http://img831.imageshack.us/img831/4527/1000106bj.jpg)
(http://img841.imageshack.us/img841/9003/1000109b.jpg)
(http://img687.imageshack.us/img687/6584/1000110bj.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on December 07, 2011, 01:36:58 AM
Post by: bushidomosquito on December 07, 2011, 02:24:13 AM
Post by: Glynn on December 07, 2011, 02:53:34 AM
that's one heck of a bit of woodwork Glynn! :tu:
Thanks!
Holy smokes Glenn, that is inspiring! I've been mulling around with the idea of making the bit holder in carbon fiber wondering if it would work and you went and did it in walnut. Seems to work just fine and looks cool too. :tu:
Yeah, it works ok, though you have to watch that pin more than the others when you peen it.. I got it slightly tighter than I wanted, and it doesn't move as freely as the original. Maybe add some paper washers or something, and remove them once you're done, just for a little extra give. I might try a little silicon spray, or maybe a little more sanding, if it doesn't loosen up from general use. On this one, I really don't care, I guess, since.. well, pics coming of my actual EDC in a few minutes, and you'll see why.
Next thing I'd like to do is put the CT bit driver on an 84mm, which would need a custom bit holder to even remotely fit. Since the pins aren't in the same spot, I'll have to put filler pins on that layer only, from liner to liner, I think.. which means less torque, but most of the screws I use it on aren't that tight anyway, so I'm not too worried about that. Still working on design, and trying to find an 84mm scissors I won't feel guilty using. :-[
Post by: Glynn on December 07, 2011, 03:17:18 AM
My camera picks up every little tiny thing on this, flaws and scratches I can't see with my eyes. I wish I'd have had this camera when I was making it to pick up tiny flaws, would have been awesome. Oh well, I'm waaay too OCD about things like that. ::) The one thing I can't seem to capture is the shine, of both the wood and the brass. Also holding on to this is just amazing, feels like it belongs in my hand. No box on a shelf for this one. ;)
I used a small blade on this instead of the combo tool, since I didn't have a spare at the time, but I find I never use it anyway. I could also probably get rid of the pliers, though it's been used a couple times. What I do miss is a nail file, actually. If I can get the bit driver working on an 84mm frame, I can steal the nail file from a cadet and use that. Ah well, just have to wait and see.
I'd like to find a brass paper clip for that part, just to match everything else.. also the mini driver looks out of place with it's grey plastic, but I don't have a piece of brass that big around. I'll keep looking though, might find something somewhere. A brass straight pin should complete the theme.
Enjoy!
(http://img43.imageshack.us/img43/2750/1000004b.jpg)
(http://img839.imageshack.us/img839/4682/1000024b.jpg)
(http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/1326/1000005b.jpg)
(http://img703.imageshack.us/img703/6820/1000006b.jpg)
(http://img847.imageshack.us/img847/7707/1000023b.jpg)
(http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/1116/1000007b.jpg)
(http://img832.imageshack.us/img832/8384/1000008b.jpg)
(http://img823.imageshack.us/img823/8541/1000011b.jpg)
(http://img847.imageshack.us/img847/7747/1000012b.jpg)
(http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/9942/1000013b.jpg)
(http://img3.imageshack.us/img3/2126/1000014bb.jpg)
(http://img406.imageshack.us/img406/71/1000017b.jpg)
Post by: Dexter on December 07, 2011, 04:55:20 AM
Post by: jimmiewalker on December 07, 2011, 12:27:38 PM
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I am here: http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=45.565685,8.934928
Post by: nuphoria on December 07, 2011, 12:55:28 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on December 07, 2011, 10:12:42 PM
Now that's some seriously original work there - love it :tu:
+1
Very :drool:
Post by: enki_ck on December 08, 2011, 12:11:07 AM
Post by: Reinier on December 08, 2011, 08:23:10 AM
Post by: Neil on December 08, 2011, 01:42:41 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on December 09, 2011, 09:45:52 PM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04271.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04260.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04258.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04273.jpg)
:salute:
Post by: bladechick777 on December 09, 2011, 10:00:34 PM
Post by: victor7000 on December 10, 2011, 05:02:37 PM
Very Nice Sidhartha! That's A Beauty. :tu:
+1 :tu: :tu: :tu:
Post by: Neil on December 10, 2011, 08:08:17 PM
Post by: bladechick777 on December 10, 2011, 11:29:48 PM
Post by: Rahmed on December 10, 2011, 11:38:21 PM
Post by: Rahmed on December 11, 2011, 02:30:27 PM
(http://img72.imageshack.us/img72/1750/p1130087v.jpg)
(http://img855.imageshack.us/img855/6537/p1130079l.jpg)
(http://img84.imageshack.us/img84/6317/p1130084.jpg)
(http://img202.imageshack.us/img202/2789/p1130081m.jpg)
(http://img209.imageshack.us/img209/4469/p1130076wo.jpg)
Post by: bladechick777 on December 11, 2011, 06:09:25 PM
Post by: Neil on December 11, 2011, 06:56:11 PM
Post by: bladechick777 on December 11, 2011, 07:12:53 PM
Post by: Rahmed on December 11, 2011, 11:06:26 PM
Looks lovely :tu: Me I'd be permanently wondering if one of the raised bits was going to give me a splinter... just me :-[ :ahhh :DThanks! We shall see... I will report back if it happens :D
But surface is surprisingly smooth and feeling in the hand is wonderful :cheers:
Post by: Sidhartha on December 16, 2011, 12:33:38 AM
Nice, what's the liner material (out from the brass)? :tu:
hi Neil, fiber spacers :salute:
Post by: Rahmed on December 18, 2011, 04:20:13 PM
Alox Orange MiniChamp 8)
(http://img406.imageshack.us/img406/3913/p1130116.jpg)
(http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/8683/p1130109.jpg)
(http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/503/p1130111.jpg)
(http://img716.imageshack.us/img716/8749/p1130112.jpg)
(http://img266.imageshack.us/img266/3966/p1130114.jpg)
Post by: bladechick777 on December 18, 2011, 06:56:38 PM
Post by: u99 on December 18, 2011, 07:04:17 PM
Post by: bladechick777 on December 18, 2011, 07:10:52 PM
Post by: bushidomosquito on December 19, 2011, 06:31:03 AM
Post by: Sidhartha on December 19, 2011, 08:43:53 PM
Post by: edcgear on December 19, 2011, 08:44:04 PM
I love it!!
- Custom filework
- Custom Brass Hook
- Red Alox Scales
- Brass Liners
- Old Style Cross
- Scissors
- Awl
- Bottle opener/Flat screwdriver
- Can opener
- Electrican Blade (MY FAVORITE)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-M7H-dVPKOEQ/Tu-OZOPvPrI/AAAAAAAABe4/W7hmDAkl9Pw/s800/PC190004.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ZSpX1wffR2Q/Tu-OIlDBtnI/AAAAAAAABe4/UpNHvE4U2LE/s800/PC190005.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-GryPdLyz-dI/Tu-N4YBDW3I/AAAAAAAABe4/OVtHToStcTo/s800/PC190008.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-Qy_OIjVMMmk/Tu-N2-LpWkI/AAAAAAAABe4/8fjbZRX8peY/s800/PC190009.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-FHxt7XnNk78/Tu-OYVnVQoI/AAAAAAAABe4/dE36dmMGyMY/s800/PC190006.JPG)
And, yes I know it's worn, but it gives him more charm, and it will go great with my Classy EDC Setup (Brass)...
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 19, 2011, 10:08:11 PM
Post by: ong on December 19, 2011, 11:22:01 PM
Post by: ong on December 19, 2011, 11:30:21 PM
Scrimshaw old Basel Switzerland.
Post by: Gareth on December 20, 2011, 01:39:47 AM
Post by: 5hif7y on December 20, 2011, 01:42:55 AM
(http://img703.imageshack.us/img703/2019/30044321564946305431191.jpg)
Scrimshaw old Basel Switzerland.
that really is amazing :drool:.
Post by: Taninaree on December 20, 2011, 03:58:23 AM
(http://img703.imageshack.us/img703/2019/30044321564946305431191.jpg)
Scrimshaw old Basel Switzerland.
Hi' P' Ong
;)
สวัสดีครับ น้าอ๋อง เจอกันที่นี่อีกแล้วนะครับ :D :cheers:
Post by: Sidhartha on December 20, 2011, 04:18:46 AM
Post by: ong on December 20, 2011, 09:14:38 PM
สวัสดีครับ ก็ตามน้าอู๊ดมานี่ล่ะ๕๕...มีอะไรช่วยอธิบายแทนผมด้วย ผมไม่ถนัดภาษาประกิด :salute:(http://img703.imageshack.us/img703/2019/30044321564946305431191.jpg)
Scrimshaw old Basel Switzerland.
Hi' P' Ong
;)
สวัสดีครับ น้าอ๋อง เจอกันที่นี่อีกแล้วนะครับ :D :cheers:
Post by: ong on December 20, 2011, 09:30:53 PM
(http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/2803/14572139.jpg)
(http://img14.imageshack.us/img14/7885/57597083.jpg)
(http://img825.imageshack.us/img825/7988/47292125.jpg)
(http://img838.imageshack.us/img838/275/55140922.jpg)
(http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/1072/68753360.jpg)
(http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/7523/69483338.jpg)
(http://img23.imageshack.us/img23/4513/74261884.jpg)
(http://img851.imageshack.us/img851/3571/48496019.jpg)
(http://img854.imageshack.us/img854/3286/86688634.jpg)
Post by: ong on December 20, 2011, 09:41:13 PM
(http://img810.imageshack.us/img810/7644/86508838.jpg)
(http://img600.imageshack.us/img600/1599/56328482.jpg)
(http://img545.imageshack.us/img545/3752/82571210.jpg)
(http://img822.imageshack.us/img822/183/94673599.jpg)
(http://img716.imageshack.us/img716/6826/67598700.jpg)
(http://img834.imageshack.us/img834/9932/76288326.jpg)
(http://img577.imageshack.us/img577/1913/32798325.jpg)
Post by: 5hif7y on December 20, 2011, 09:47:28 PM
Post by: ong on December 20, 2011, 09:48:15 PM
(http://img37.imageshack.us/img37/2532/22976120723290464561191.jpg)
(http://img502.imageshack.us/img502/7645/28240920723285264431191.jpg)
(http://img820.imageshack.us/img820/189/22973620723287664491191.jpg)
(http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/2079/25207220723282064351191.jpg)
(http://img687.imageshack.us/img687/337/22446920723284464411191.jpg)
Post by: ong on December 20, 2011, 10:01:56 PM
(http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/7250/64875046.jpg)
(http://img3.imageshack.us/img3/3290/20470605w.jpg)
(http://img809.imageshack.us/img809/4201/63751333.jpg)
(http://img851.imageshack.us/img851/9987/75690203.jpg)
(http://img847.imageshack.us/img847/1542/70428418.jpg)
(http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/2894/18328049.jpg)
(http://img534.imageshack.us/img534/4287/97849616.jpg)
(http://img862.imageshack.us/img862/1060/98993710.jpg)
(http://img194.imageshack.us/img194/2629/62964979.jpg)
Post by: Sidhartha on December 21, 2011, 03:18:59 AM
Post by: bushidomosquito on December 21, 2011, 10:33:54 AM
Post by: nuphoria on December 21, 2011, 12:34:31 PM
Post by: Syph007 on December 21, 2011, 02:44:24 PM
Ong, thanks for posting all the pictures, I love to see progress pictures for mods. I really enjoyed seeing your work!!! Thanks!
Post by: ong on December 21, 2011, 06:47:08 PM
wow you are an artist! how did you make the holes?What did you hole :think: I think you mean this hole.
(http://img708.imageshack.us/img708/306/pict1876.jpg)
(http://img85.imageshack.us/img85/7493/pict1878g.jpg)
(http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/2231/pict1887.jpg)
Post by: ong on December 21, 2011, 07:12:31 PM
Post by: 5hif7y on December 21, 2011, 09:58:23 PM
Post by: Rahmed on December 21, 2011, 09:59:01 PM
Next FrameLock from hanes :salute:
(http://img803.imageshack.us/img803/9159/p1210295jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img803.imageshack.us/img803/8342/p1210292jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img820.imageshack.us/img820/590/p1210300jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img39.imageshack.us/img39/9067/p1210304jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img17.imageshack.us/img17/4332/p1210305jpgbig.jpg)
Post by: LooseNut on December 21, 2011, 10:17:31 PM
My hat goes off to you sir
Post by: Rahmed on December 21, 2011, 10:29:49 PM
It looks like I'll be a need some FrameLock Vic from him :think:
Something more from Hanes 8)
(http://img190.imageshack.us/img190/9127/p1210205jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img819.imageshack.us/img819/7362/p1210039jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img828.imageshack.us/img828/5793/logohanes.jpg)
Post by: 5hif7y on December 22, 2011, 01:52:27 AM
2ong: :ahhhLOVELY SCRIMSHAW :drool:
Next FrameLock from hanes :salute:
(http://img803.imageshack.us/img803/9159/p1210295jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img803.imageshack.us/img803/8342/p1210292jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img820.imageshack.us/img820/590/p1210300jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img39.imageshack.us/img39/9067/p1210304jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img17.imageshack.us/img17/4332/p1210305jpgbig.jpg)
WOW thats amazing. really unique. luv it :drool:
Post by: ironraven on December 22, 2011, 02:06:13 AM
(http://img819.imageshack.us/img819/7362/p1210039jpgbig.jpg)
Something about it looks so very 50s. Not sure if it is the scale material, the curves, or the exposed heads, but I'm digging this!
Post by: nuphoria on December 22, 2011, 02:06:07 PM
Post by: bladechick777 on December 22, 2011, 07:08:40 PM
But Oh Well, Non Locking Knives Are Nice Too. =] :tu:
Post by: MultiMat on December 27, 2011, 07:30:55 AM
(http://img819.imageshack.us/img819/7362/p1210039jpgbig.jpg)
Something about it looks so very 50s. Not sure if it is the scale material, the curves, or the exposed heads, but I'm digging this!
+1 8) , the pocket clip has loverly curves 8) , now if the slide lock was metal that would make it perfect :think: :D :D.
GREAT mods guys :salute: :salute: :salute::o :o 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8)
Post by: Rahmed on December 27, 2011, 09:38:23 PM
(http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/8845/p1130151j.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on December 27, 2011, 10:40:22 PM
How did you get the phillips layer to work - washer on the other side?
Post by: Rahmed on December 27, 2011, 10:48:52 PM
Post by: 5hif7y on December 27, 2011, 11:19:00 PM
nice work :tu:
Post by: tattoosteve99 on December 27, 2011, 11:30:24 PM
Alox Tinker 8)So that's a short inline Philips right? The tools don't hit in or out?
(http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/8845/p1130151j.jpg)
Post by: bushidomosquito on December 28, 2011, 03:31:20 AM
Post by: Rahmed on December 28, 2011, 12:12:06 PM
Post by: Gareth on December 28, 2011, 01:48:44 PM
Post by: ironraven on December 29, 2011, 04:23:41 AM
Post by: bushidomosquito on December 29, 2011, 05:11:27 AM
Rahmed, if you put a saw in that and turn it into an Alox Hiker, the resulting drool will kill my keyboard. :)
I think I may have just picked up an order for exactly that with orange Cerakote scales and barrel pins. I'm sure I'll wind up making another with pliers instead of the saw for my EDC.
Post by: Rahmed on December 30, 2011, 03:35:17 PM
Alox Tinker 8)Alox Tinker Version 1.3.1 8)
Reamer instead of small blade... scales painted in black and.... patina :angel:
(http://img442.imageshack.us/img442/9696/p1130172.jpg)
(http://img6.imageshack.us/img6/1287/p1130180.jpg)
(http://img820.imageshack.us/img820/8015/p1130185.jpg)
(http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/9084/p1130181w.jpg)
(http://img406.imageshack.us/img406/2615/p1130184.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 30, 2011, 07:09:10 PM
Nice, now thats a perfect little pocket knife, no over kill nor no under kill! JRAlox Tinker 8)Alox Tinker Version 1.3.1 8)
Reamer instead of small blade... scales painted in black and.... patina :angel:
(http://img820.imageshack.us/img820/8015/p1130185.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on December 30, 2011, 08:29:57 PM
(http://i493.photobucket.com/albums/rr294/nickpong/wenger%20ljuske/PC300006.jpg)(http://i493.photobucket.com/albums/rr294/nickpong/wenger%20ljuske/PC300005.jpg)(http://i493.photobucket.com/albums/rr294/nickpong/wenger%20ljuske/PC300004.jpg)(http://i493.photobucket.com/albums/rr294/nickpong/wenger%20ljuske/PC300003.jpg)(http://i493.photobucket.com/albums/rr294/nickpong/wenger%20ljuske/PC300002.jpg)(http://i493.photobucket.com/albums/rr294/nickpong/wenger%20ljuske/PC300001.jpg)
The scales are just temporary. I'm working on some SPECIAL ones.
Post by: Rahmed on December 30, 2011, 08:35:36 PM
Post by: bushidomosquito on December 30, 2011, 09:18:12 PM
Post by: enki_ck on December 30, 2011, 09:37:40 PM
Nice one :tu:
High praise coming from you. :D
Post by: Rahmed on December 30, 2011, 10:38:24 PM
2enki_ck: :salute:
Post by: Rahmed on January 03, 2012, 10:09:45 PM
(http://img202.imageshack.us/img202/2186/p1130207h.jpg)
(http://img818.imageshack.us/img818/6323/p1130213.jpg)
(http://img688.imageshack.us/img688/8476/p1130212.jpg)
(http://img861.imageshack.us/img861/206/p1130214.jpg)
Post by: jimmiewalker on January 04, 2012, 01:33:01 AM
Your last is great!!
Post by: 5hif7y on January 04, 2012, 01:50:20 AM
Post by: Reinier on January 04, 2012, 04:03:19 PM
Post by: Rahmed on January 04, 2012, 11:21:25 PM
Another semi-finished handles... Orange G-10 and PCB from phone & DVD-ROM Sony 8)
One of them I see on CyberTool Solo :tu:
(http://img689.imageshack.us/img689/3247/p1130222m.jpg)
(http://img850.imageshack.us/img850/8190/p1130221.jpg)
Post by: neverused on January 04, 2012, 11:33:20 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/IppM2.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/PSQVy.jpg)
Other images here (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,34182.0.html).
Post by: enki_ck on January 05, 2012, 09:38:58 PM
Thanks :cheers:
Another semi-finished handles... Orange G-10 and PCB from phone & DVD-ROM Sony 8)
One of them I see on CyberTool Solo :tu:
Oh, no you didn't :twak: :D
I am actually making the exact same thing from a PCB from an old printer. I started them a week ago and then had to stop due to eye injury. Your look nice too. That PCB is very difficult to work, though.
Post by: 5hif7y on January 05, 2012, 09:59:56 PM
Thanks :cheers:
Another semi-finished handles... Orange G-10 and PCB from phone & DVD-ROM Sony 8)
One of them I see on CyberTool Solo :tu:
(http://img689.imageshack.us/img689/3247/p1130222m.jpg)
(http://img850.imageshack.us/img850/8190/p1130221.jpg)
the cyber tool should totally be the one to have PCB scales. its in the name already CYBER, it sounds perfect.
i cant wait to see those finished. i bet they look great. nice work :tu:
Post by: Gareth on January 06, 2012, 01:15:35 AM
My first mod and first contribution to this thread...
(http://i.imgur.com/IppM2.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/PSQVy.jpg)
Other images here (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,34182.0.html).
Very, very nice mate. Even more so for being your first mod. :salute:
Post by: Broudie on January 07, 2012, 04:13:13 AM
(http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k41/jeromeajao/experimentor.jpg)
Contains everything I need in a pinch (plus scales help a lot), nothing I didn't. Decided if I needed more, I'd go get the Swisstool from my glove box.
Post by: bladechick777 on January 07, 2012, 10:35:43 AM
Welcome To MTO.
Post by: Rahmed on January 07, 2012, 06:20:08 PM
No name (yet)... 8)
(http://img252.imageshack.us/img252/9251/p1130231.jpg)
(http://img827.imageshack.us/img827/8312/p1130225v.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on January 07, 2012, 06:24:35 PM
Welcome to MTO Broudie :cheers:
Post by: badwolf on January 07, 2012, 07:28:03 PM
Post by: bladechick777 on January 07, 2012, 07:57:18 PM
Post by: bushidomosquito on January 07, 2012, 08:05:49 PM
Good work... nice first mods here :tu:
No name (yet)... 8)
(http://img252.imageshack.us/img252/9251/p1130231.jpg)
(http://img827.imageshack.us/img827/8312/p1130225v.jpg)
Nothing beats orange G10! :tu:
Now you have to test it. Stick it halfway in your pocket and go for a run through the woods, then backtrack and see how long it takes you to find it.
Post by: Gareth on January 07, 2012, 08:35:30 PM
Hi folks - long time SAK fan, first time poster. Once made 2 major pieces of furniture using only a Swisschamp, wood, and screws. My Swisschamp though was too heavy for a back pocket, so here's my first modded SAK, tentatively called "Experimentor"
(http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k41/jeromeajao/experimentor.jpg)
Contains everything I need in a pinch (plus scales help a lot), nothing I didn't. Decided if I needed more, I'd go get the Swisstool from my glove box.
I like that a lot. :tu: Welcome to the forum. :cheers:
Post by: tattoosteve99 on January 07, 2012, 08:40:51 PM
Good work... nice first mods here :tu:Special edition explorer plus? Or maybe the archeologist?
No name (yet)... 8)
(http://img252.imageshack.us/img252/9251/p1130231.jpg)
(http://img827.imageshack.us/img827/8312/p1130225v.jpg)
Post by: Rahmed on January 07, 2012, 08:47:20 PM
Special edition explorer plus? Or maybe the archeologist?Explorer Speleo :cheers: This mod is for my friend - speleologist :tu:
Post by: Gareth on January 07, 2012, 08:51:16 PM
Special edition explorer plus? Or maybe the archeologist?Explorer Speleo :cheers: This mod is for my friend - speleologist :tu:
cool job. 8) It's also an excellent mod mate. :cheers:
Post by: ironraven on January 08, 2012, 05:17:24 AM
And does it have a name.
Explorer Speleo :cheers: This mod is for my friend - speleologist :tu:
Very pretty, and a nice tool set. So it's a Caveman. :)
Post by: MultiMat on January 08, 2012, 07:22:17 AM
Thanks :cheers:
Another semi-finished handles... Orange G-10 and PCB from phone & DVD-ROM Sony 8)
One of them I see on CyberTool Solo :tu:
(http://img689.imageshack.us/img689/3247/p1130222m.jpg)
(http://img850.imageshack.us/img850/8190/p1130221.jpg)
the cyber tool should totally be the one to have PCB scales. its in the name already CYBER, it sounds perfect.
i cant wait to see those finished. i bet they look great. nice work :tu:
+1 I like the orange as well Rahmed 8) 8) :salute: :salute: :salute:.
All great mods guys :tu: :tu:
Post by: Broudie on January 09, 2012, 03:31:18 AM
Broudie, interesting configuration- no straight screwdriver is not something you see often. Do you usually have one with you, or was the philips kept as much for structure as it was for function?Hi ironraven - actually the inline philips was the most important thing to me, along with the blade, pliers and magnifying glass. I'll probably swap in a combo tool for the small blade if I find myself one.
And does it have a name.
In my mind, I think of this as a cross between a Mechanic and a Scientist - so I call it "Experimenter", or maybe "Experimentalist" or "Practical Scientist" or maybe even "Yeomechanic" - any opinions?
It's been in my back pocket for a few days now, and it still needs to get thinner. Maybe drop the scissors. Before cellphones, a Champ used to occupy one of my front pockets. Now any SAK needs to occupy my back pocket else it scratches the phone.
Post by: Rahmed on January 09, 2012, 05:11:33 PM
(http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/6720/p1110411.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on January 09, 2012, 09:19:21 PM
(http://i493.photobucket.com/albums/rr294/nickpong/P1090018.jpg)
Post by: tattoosteve99 on January 09, 2012, 09:33:30 PM
I finished mine but as I measured it by a pair of spare liners and not the whole SAK, they are a bit too small, I'll have to do another pair.I actually like it. I see tech with metal sticking out here and there. I think it fits well :tu:
(http://i493.photobucket.com/albums/rr294/nickpong/P1090018.jpg)
Post by: Broudie on January 10, 2012, 02:17:36 AM
I did the knife in this configuration, Broudie... Scimechanist :cheers:
That's great. Is the combo tool swappable with the small blade and thats it? Still of 2 minds removing the scissors.. sigh.
BTW, where do you get the brass tubes? Been recycling the ones that come with the knives, but I don't have a lot of those..
Post by: Reinier on January 10, 2012, 11:25:52 AM
BTW, where do you get the brass tubes? Been recycling the ones that come with the knives, but I don't have a lot of those..
Since you're in the US best option would be Rotokid (http://www.edcsource.com/Rotokids-Shop,name,100496,user_id,shop) :)
Post by: Rahmed on January 14, 2012, 09:40:14 PM
(http://img4.imageshack.us/img4/4892/p1130235k.jpg)
(http://img843.imageshack.us/img843/1952/p1130238s.jpg)
(http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/5320/p1130237.jpg)
(http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/8857/p1130236i.jpg)
Post by: bladechick777 on January 14, 2012, 11:31:17 PM
I Think I Want To Do My First Mod, But Have No Idea How To Go About It.
I'm Wanting To Mod My Old Camper.
Post by: Rahmed on January 15, 2012, 12:25:21 PM
CT Solo waiting for new Black G-10 suit...
(http://img546.imageshack.us/img546/9391/p1130239c.jpg)
Post by: dodge_911 on January 15, 2012, 02:51:52 PM
Rachmed, that is some FINE work!
Can't wait to get my hands on'em :)
Post by: Raukodur on January 15, 2012, 02:58:31 PM
Post by: IzzyJG99 on January 16, 2012, 12:52:47 AM
Post by: Syph007 on January 16, 2012, 01:09:02 AM
It's threads like this that make me wish I had taken metal shop in the 8th grade instead of taking Home Ec to be with the pretty girls.....
I took both, but still didnt get any of the pretty girls! lol
Post by: tattoosteve99 on January 18, 2012, 12:53:20 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/41019766-09bb-c7e0.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/41019766-09e4-65a3.jpg)
For Ashley
Post by: tattoosteve99 on January 18, 2012, 12:54:34 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/41019766-0a1c-6c86.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/41019766-0a2e-7889.jpg)
For Bladechick
Post by: Reinier on January 18, 2012, 09:21:19 AM
Interesting tool configuration on that first one by the way.
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 18, 2012, 01:58:09 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on January 18, 2012, 03:21:19 PM
Wow those orange ones are very nice Steven! :tu:Scientist plus scissors and saw. Backtool another Phillips. All old school, the saw is from a 60s model, and squared Phillips on the back tool.
Interesting tool configuration on that first one by the way.
Post by: Reinier on January 18, 2012, 06:32:49 PM
Post by: stressmaster5000 on January 18, 2012, 06:39:37 PM
And another oneWow! Tiger Stripe! Very cool.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/41019766-0a1c-6c86.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/41019766-0a2e-7889.jpg)
For Bladechick
Post by: bladechick777 on January 19, 2012, 03:32:07 AM
Post by: MirrorEdge on January 19, 2012, 08:06:16 PM
So Beautiful. :drool: Can't Wait To Get My Hands On It! :sak: :climber: :drool:What tools it have ??
Post by: neverused on January 19, 2012, 09:57:43 PM
What tools it have ??
Scientist plus scissors and saw. Backtool another Phillips. All old school, the saw is from a 60s model, and squared Phillips on the back tool.
Post by: tattoosteve99 on January 19, 2012, 10:15:28 PM
On bladechicks it has 2 blades, saw,file, scissors, can&bottle opener,mag glass, inline Phillips, hook,awl,corkscrew. Also has vine pattern file work on main blade.So Beautiful. :drool: Can't Wait To Get My Hands On It! :sak: :climber: :drool:What tools it have ??
Better pic (http://img.tapatalk.com/41019766-88cc-d037.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 19, 2012, 10:34:08 PM
Thats NICE!! JROn bladechicks it has 2 blades, saw,file, scissors, can&bottle opener,mag glass, inline Phillips, hook,awl,corkscrew. Also has vine pattern file work on main blade.So Beautiful. :drool: Can't Wait To Get My Hands On It! :sak: :climber: :drool:What tools it have ??
Better pic (http://img.tapatalk.com/41019766-88cc-d037.jpg)
Post by: tattoosteve99 on January 19, 2012, 11:48:15 PM
Your main blade will have something too. A little something extra special for my friend ;)Thats NICE!! JROn bladechicks it has 2 blades, saw,file, scissors, can&bottle opener,mag glass, inline Phillips, hook,awl,corkscrew. Also has vine pattern file work on main blade.So Beautiful. :drool: Can't Wait To Get My Hands On It! :sak: :climber: :drool:What tools it have ??
Better pic (http://img.tapatalk.com/41019766-88cc-d037.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 19, 2012, 11:56:52 PM
OH BOY!! quit teasing me! JRYour main blade will have something too. A little something extra special for my friend ;)Thats NICE!! JROn bladechicks it has 2 blades, saw,file, scissors, can&bottle opener,mag glass, inline Phillips, hook,awl,corkscrew. Also has vine pattern file work on main blade.So Beautiful. :drool: Can't Wait To Get My Hands On It! :sak: :climber: :drool:What tools it have ??
Better pic (http://img.tapatalk.com/41019766-88cc-d037.jpg)
Post by: Ashley on January 20, 2012, 07:22:19 AM
Here's one I finished earlier
(http://img.tapatalk.com/41019766-09bb-c7e0.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/41019766-09e4-65a3.jpg)
For Ashley
Sweet looking! :tu:
Sent from my Ash forum mobile
Post by: Syph007 on January 24, 2012, 11:13:05 PM
I threw together my first 4 layer, the farmer plus scissors when I got home from work today. Only about an hour for this one, as I had all the parts at hand and just had to do lots of drilling.
Cheers!
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Alox%20Modding/IMG_1878.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Alox%20Modding/IMG_1879.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Alox%20Modding/IMG_1882.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 24, 2012, 11:16:23 PM
I modified my urban pioneer and swapped the awl for the pruner blade. I don't really need an awl in my normal day, but a wicked sharp package/box opener is very handy. I love the pruner blade!Nice job on both! really like the red farmer!! JR
I threw together my first 4 layer, the farmer plus scissors when I got home from work today. Only about an hour for this one, as I had all the parts at hand and just had to do lots of drilling.
Cheers!
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Alox%20Modding/IMG_1879.jpg)
Post by: Reinier on January 24, 2012, 11:29:09 PM
I modified my urban pioneer and swapped the awl for the pruner blade. I don't really need an awl in my normal day, but a wicked sharp package/box opener is very handy. I love the pruner blade!
Wow, when you showed the Urban Pioneer I was thinking how cool it would be to have the pruner blade instead. And you read my mind :D
That's really cool, the Urban Pioneer Pruner...
Do you make them on request as well? :pok:
Post by: ironraven on January 25, 2012, 02:15:03 AM
Post by: Sidhartha on January 28, 2012, 08:11:15 PM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04308.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04306.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04315.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04296.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04294.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on January 28, 2012, 08:32:26 PM
Wow :o
That is just :drool: :drool: :drool:
Post by: nuphoria on January 28, 2012, 08:41:35 PM
How do you get the pins looking so perfect?
Post by: Sidhartha on January 29, 2012, 03:50:52 AM
Post by: bushidomosquito on January 29, 2012, 12:31:06 PM
thanks, i use a ball hamer http://www.brandywinejewelrysupply.com/product_images/d/580/TL-HAM-HAM01__19852_zoom.jpg (http://www.brandywinejewelrysupply.com/product_images/d/580/TL-HAM-HAM01__19852_zoom.jpg)
:rofl: Just like that.
Post by: nuphoria on January 29, 2012, 02:46:48 PM
thanks, i use a ball hamer http://www.brandywinejewelrysupply.com/product_images/d/580/TL-HAM-HAM01__19852_zoom.jpg (http://www.brandywinejewelrysupply.com/product_images/d/580/TL-HAM-HAM01__19852_zoom.jpg)
:rofl: Just like that.
He forgot to mention the magic elves and zero gravity chamber to work in, right? :D
Post by: Syph007 on January 29, 2012, 02:54:44 PM
thanks, i use a ball hamer http://www.brandywinejewelrysupply.com/product_images/d/580/TL-HAM-HAM01__19852_zoom.jpg (http://www.brandywinejewelrysupply.com/product_images/d/580/TL-HAM-HAM01__19852_zoom.jpg)
:rofl: Just like that.
He forgot to mention the magic elves and zero gravity chamber to work in, right? :D
Ya, you just have to peen the pin perfectly outside the knife on its own, then use that teleporter from star trek to make it appear in the knife.. easy.
Post by: nuphoria on January 29, 2012, 03:20:23 PM
Mocking aside, however it's done, it's damn perfect.
Post by: Reinier on January 29, 2012, 04:07:17 PM
:woohoo:
Post by: Sidhartha on January 29, 2012, 06:03:04 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on January 29, 2012, 06:05:32 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on February 04, 2012, 05:14:31 PM
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/662f9908.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/e9eab102.jpg)
I used the silver pin alternative on these. Unless you are real good at peening do not use this. Its very hard but should last forever :)
Post by: Syph007 on February 04, 2012, 07:42:01 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on February 04, 2012, 09:33:30 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on February 04, 2012, 10:59:10 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on February 04, 2012, 11:38:34 PM
Post by: GigaHz on February 05, 2012, 07:13:36 PM
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/CT31004.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/CT31008.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/CT31009.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on February 05, 2012, 10:24:48 PM
Post by: GigaHz on February 05, 2012, 10:28:11 PM
That looks like a great mod. The 28 appeals to me more though, might have to try that one. I wish Vic did more models with the combo tool instaid of the small blade. Where did you get the 91mm combo, out of a Compact?
Yes a compact with the nail file hook.
Post by: Sidhartha on February 06, 2012, 01:08:50 AM
Post by: Sidhartha on February 06, 2012, 03:38:52 AM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07687.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07683.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07681.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07685.jpg)
:cheers:
Post by: GigaHz on February 06, 2012, 03:43:09 AM
small g10 tinker
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07687.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07683.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07681.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07685.jpg)
:cheers:
Nice rivets.
Post by: stressmaster5000 on February 06, 2012, 04:17:08 AM
small g10 tinkerBeautiful work! Do you use a pin spinner on the rivet heads?
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07687.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07683.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07681.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07685.jpg)
:cheers:
Post by: Sidhartha on February 06, 2012, 05:48:01 AM
Post by: Sparky415 on February 06, 2012, 01:41:28 PM
Just Wow :drool: (again)
Post by: nuphoria on February 06, 2012, 04:40:17 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on February 07, 2012, 02:28:28 AM
bull horn scales and file work hunstman, i really like the colours of these scales, the funny thing is that you dont know what the knife is going to look until the end polishing process.
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07668-1.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07673.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07678.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07679.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07674.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07667.jpg)
:drink:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 07, 2012, 02:44:20 AM
Post by: Reinier on February 07, 2012, 12:27:23 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on February 08, 2012, 12:00:39 AM
1st is the madplumarian (surprise)
2nd is pioneer with pliers
3rd is red old cross with pliers
4th is my black cadet with scissors and saw
5th is Ashley's farmer add scissors and a special compact
These are in no particular order except that mads is first up. Pics to follow when completed.
Post by: jds1 on February 08, 2012, 12:21:50 AM
Jeff
Post by: tattoosteve99 on February 08, 2012, 12:30:04 AM
Post by: jds1 on February 08, 2012, 01:46:29 AM
Jeff
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 08, 2012, 02:20:25 AM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on February 08, 2012, 02:41:44 AM
Post by: Raukodur on February 08, 2012, 09:59:10 AM
Post by: bushidomosquito on February 08, 2012, 10:24:29 AM
Got a few in the works:
1st is the madplumarian (surprise)
2nd is pioneer with pliers
3rd is red old cross with pliers
4th is my black cadet with scissors and saw
5th is Ashley's farmer add scissors and a special compact
These are in no particular order except that mads is first up. Pics to follow when completed.
I'm making a red Pioneer with pliers for my EDC as soon as I can track down red scales. I'll call it the Alox Mechanic because I just like saying Alox Mechanic. Are you using 2 saw springs for the pliers? They work perfectly with no modification.
Post by: Rahmed on February 08, 2012, 09:16:05 PM
Something new... finally ::)
(http://img4.imageshack.us/img4/4516/p1130327b.jpg)
(http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/9442/p1130337s.jpg)
(http://img849.imageshack.us/img849/7229/p1130276s.jpg)
(http://img210.imageshack.us/img210/7114/p1130272.jpg)
(http://img14.imageshack.us/img14/7001/p1130299j.jpg)
(http://img542.imageshack.us/img542/2526/p1130325.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 08, 2012, 09:22:21 PM
Post by: Reinier on February 08, 2012, 09:34:26 PM
Post by: Rahmed on February 08, 2012, 10:04:32 PM
I like it too and dodge is a very patient man 8)
Post by: dodge_911 on February 08, 2012, 10:13:18 PM
:mail:NICE :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
Yes it is :cheers:
I like it too and dodge is a very patient man 8)
Can't wait to get my hands on them ;)
And about the patience : usually I'm not patient at all, but hey, craftsmanship takes time :salute:
Seems we've got some things to settle, then, Rahmed :pok:
Post by: jds1 on February 08, 2012, 10:17:18 PM
Jeff
Post by: Ashley on February 09, 2012, 05:18:43 AM
Got a few in the works:
1st is the madplumarian (surprise)
2nd is pioneer with pliers
3rd is red old cross with pliers
4th is my black cadet with scissors and saw
5th is Ashley's farmer add scissors and a special compact
These are in no particular order except that mads is first up. Pics to follow when completed.
Don't tell any more info about mine! :twak: its a surprise! Duh :twak: :D
Sent from Ash forum mobile
Post by: Neil on February 09, 2012, 10:43:10 AM
Post by: Sidhartha on February 12, 2012, 11:34:44 PM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07704-1.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07707-1.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07708-1.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07703.jpg)
Post by: Rahmed on February 13, 2012, 12:07:34 AM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 13, 2012, 02:22:45 AM
Post by: Syph007 on February 13, 2012, 02:36:23 AM
Post by: Sidhartha on February 14, 2012, 06:25:16 PM
Post by: Rahmed on February 19, 2012, 05:01:26 PM
(http://img515.imageshack.us/img515/7199/p1130366.jpg)
(http://img694.imageshack.us/img694/9234/p1130369i.jpg)
(http://img341.imageshack.us/img341/3366/p1130358f.jpg)
Post by: Ashley on February 19, 2012, 08:07:57 PM
Post by: Neil on February 20, 2012, 09:29:04 PM
Quote
(http://img515.imageshack.us/img515/7199/p1130366.jpg)
Strictly for office use only :P
Nice work as per usual :salute:
Post by: Sidhartha on February 21, 2012, 05:36:36 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on February 22, 2012, 01:19:49 AM
There is some super mods in this thread. I have always LOVED the vine file pattern but not many people can do it and it look absolutely stunting. You have mastered it though. :2tu:
thanks Ashley :cheers:
Post by: Sidhartha on February 22, 2012, 08:54:07 PM
sentinel buffalo horn, the clip is attached just like in the plastic scale, no glue just fit.
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07748.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07773.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07778.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07759.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07783.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07766.jpg)
:salute:
Post by: nuphoria on February 22, 2012, 09:02:54 PM
Post by: stressmaster5000 on February 22, 2012, 09:06:37 PM
hi all, here is another knifeSimply gorgeous!
sentinel buffalo horn, the clip is attached just like in the plastic scale, no glue just fit.
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07748.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07773.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07778.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07759.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07783.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07766.jpg)
:salute:
Post by: Raukodur on February 22, 2012, 09:14:58 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on February 22, 2012, 10:13:48 PM
:o that thing is sublime, more 'art' than 'tool'
+1 :o
Post by: ironraven on February 23, 2012, 01:44:49 AM
Post by: Ashley on February 23, 2012, 07:17:16 AM
Post by: bushidomosquito on February 23, 2012, 08:30:27 AM
hi all, here is another knife
sentinel buffalo horn, the clip is attached just like in the plastic scale, no glue just fit.
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07748.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07773.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07778.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07759.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07783.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07766.jpg)
:salute:
That is stunning work! :D
Post by: tattoosteve99 on February 23, 2012, 11:08:50 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/a6890f98-1025-2805.jpg)
Farmer plus pliers.
Post by: Raukodur on February 23, 2012, 01:47:04 PM
Post by: jds1 on February 23, 2012, 05:59:30 PM
Here's one for jds1.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/a6890f98-1025-2805.jpg)
Farmer plus pliers.
Looks great Steve! Can't wait to get my hands on that beauty.
Jeff
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 23, 2012, 08:51:37 PM
Here's one for jds1.Nice work Steve!! can only imagine what mine looks like! :^)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/a6890f98-1025-2805.jpg)
Farmer plus pliers.
Post by: Rahmed on February 23, 2012, 08:51:48 PM
sentinel buffalo horn...Just :clap: :hatsoff:
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07748.jpg)
:salute:
Post by: Syph007 on February 23, 2012, 09:41:25 PM
sentinel buffalo horn...Just :clap: :hatsoff:
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07748.jpg)
:salute:
Ya I second that, I'm not normally a natural material fan, but that is just amazing! :drool:
Post by: Rahmed on February 23, 2012, 10:42:20 PM
(http://img689.imageshack.us/img689/5537/veng5jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/1566/veng1jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img269.imageshack.us/img269/6912/vict9jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img713.imageshack.us/img713/9631/vict12jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img813.imageshack.us/img813/8100/vict13jpgbig.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on February 23, 2012, 11:18:03 PM
That wood grain on that first one is perfectly aligned with the tool.... superb.
Post by: stressmaster5000 on February 23, 2012, 11:36:37 PM
New Czech modder - @hrupe :drool:Wow! Impressive!
(http://img689.imageshack.us/img689/5537/veng5jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/1566/veng1jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img269.imageshack.us/img269/6912/vict9jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img713.imageshack.us/img713/9631/vict12jpgbig.jpg)
(http://img813.imageshack.us/img813/8100/vict13jpgbig.jpg)
Post by: Sidhartha on February 24, 2012, 08:24:42 PM
Rahmed: that work is awesome! very nice work is going on over your lands :tu: that ranger looks soooo nice :drool:
Post by: ICanFixThat on February 25, 2012, 02:43:50 PM
hi all, here is another knife
sentinel buffalo horn, the clip is attached just like in the plastic scale, no glue just fit.
....
:drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
:salute: :salute: :salute:
Post by: tattoosteve99 on February 26, 2012, 05:47:12 AM
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on February 26, 2012, 04:19:56 PM
My humble contribution: Executive with ebony scales and decorative brass pins and an Ambassador in green textile micarta:
(http://up.picr.de/9660214gru.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/9660216xfp.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/9660219plo.jpg)
Post by: Reinier on February 26, 2012, 04:23:09 PM
Post by: Syph007 on February 26, 2012, 05:13:29 PM
Impressive mods here!
My humble contribution: Executive with ebony scales and decorative brass pins and an Ambassador in green textile micarta:
I love your mods and welcome! I love to see other modders work!
Post by: nuphoria on February 26, 2012, 07:21:43 PM
Great to have you with us :cheers:
Post by: Sparky415 on February 26, 2012, 07:25:08 PM
Nothing humble about those friend, lovely work.
Great to have you with us :cheers:
+1 What She said :salute:
Post by: Rahmed on February 26, 2012, 11:20:58 PM
My humble contribution: Executive with ebony scales and decorative brass pins and an Ambassador in green textile micarta:Welcome :cheers: Really nice mods :tu:
Post by: Neil on February 27, 2012, 08:12:18 PM
Welcome aboard :cheers:
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on February 27, 2012, 10:38:31 PM
The ebony is my favourite, too.
Further work is in progress...
This thread with all this beautiful work that is shown gives a lot of inspiration and motivation.
Post by: Sidhartha on February 28, 2012, 12:45:35 AM
Post by: Reinier on February 28, 2012, 11:26:18 AM
The ebony is my favourite, too.
Do you make them on request as well? I would be interested in an ebony 74mm model, with or without the brass pins.
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on February 28, 2012, 08:36:10 PM
The ebony is my favourite, too.
Do you make them on request as well? I would be interested in an ebony 74mm model, with or without the brass pins.
I would make another one for a fellow aficinado if you have enough patience.
At the moment I'm working at another project. And my modding is principally all done by hand, that is, the old hard way, no machine driven tools are used (apart from, I think, the chain saw that cut down the tree and the veneer saw to make the tree handy :). So its time-consuming work in the evenings and weekends - and a lot of fun nevertheless :ahhh. I like the result even if its not perfect because no one is born a master...
Äh, to cut a long story short: I would make another one (enough seasoned African ebony is in store :tu:). Lets keep in contact per mail.
Post by: Sparky415 on February 28, 2012, 09:41:41 PM
thank you all for the kind welcome.
The ebony is my favourite, too.
Further work is in progress...
This thread with all this beautiful work that is shown gives a lot of inspiration and motivation.
There's more hiding away here that I forget about as I don't go in the shutter shop very often
:tu:
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,21970.0.html (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,21970.0.html)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 01, 2012, 04:12:22 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Justins%20Projects/photo3.jpg)
Post by: Syph007 on March 01, 2012, 06:05:58 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 01, 2012, 06:21:15 PM
Removable pocket clip? Thats my best guess!Only time will tell! So I guess we'll have to wait and see,, JR
Post by: Rahmed on March 01, 2012, 08:58:15 PM
(http://img31.imageshack.us/img31/3339/p1130392g.jpg)
(http://img542.imageshack.us/img542/3149/p1130397.jpg)
(http://img710.imageshack.us/img710/8049/p1130395c.jpg)
(http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/8814/p1130398t.jpg)
(http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/7760/p1130401.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 02, 2012, 01:44:09 AM
Post by: Sidhartha on March 02, 2012, 02:57:03 AM
Post by: Sidhartha on March 07, 2012, 08:55:59 PM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07956.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07940.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07937.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on March 07, 2012, 09:07:11 PM
Post by: jds1 on March 07, 2012, 11:04:06 PM
Jeff
Post by: Rahmed on March 07, 2012, 11:18:28 PM
Just ordered brass in 3mm yesterday :cheers:
Post by: Sparky415 on March 07, 2012, 11:45:21 PM
:o :o Look at that peening
Post by: Syph007 on March 08, 2012, 12:46:56 AM
One day I will try some brass scales and learn to peen!
BTW, you are the master of the vine file worked blade! How long does it take you to do one? I did half a blade badly and it took me an hour.... :D
Post by: bushidomosquito on March 08, 2012, 04:25:01 AM
That's an heirloom for sure.
Post by: Ombudsman on March 08, 2012, 07:07:16 AM
Post by: stressmaster5000 on March 08, 2012, 07:06:54 PM
brass pocket pal :salute:Sweet stuff Sid! As usual you set the bar for custom SAK's! :tu: :tu:
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07956.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07940.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC07937.jpg)
Post by: Rahmed on March 08, 2012, 11:50:17 PM
(http://img840.imageshack.us/img840/9145/p1130420.jpg)
Post by: stressmaster5000 on March 08, 2012, 11:59:10 PM
SG for my daugters SAK 8)Very interesting! Good job on rounding off those scissors and blade! :tu: :tu:
(http://img840.imageshack.us/img840/9145/p1130420.jpg)
Post by: Sidhartha on March 09, 2012, 01:16:03 AM
very nice rahmed! a very friendly sak for sure! i love SG scales :drool:
Post by: Cleanser on March 10, 2012, 04:25:34 AM
Post by: Santos on March 10, 2012, 04:45:51 AM
What is the going price of a farmer alox with scissors?
A kidney, perharps the left one
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 13, 2012, 01:42:51 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1390.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1392.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1393.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1394.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1395.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1397.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1398.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1399.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1396.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1402.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on March 13, 2012, 02:13:55 AM
Post by: Syph007 on March 13, 2012, 02:26:15 AM
That rocks! Great tool selection, although I'm not sure about the carabiner.... what's that from and why did you want it? :D
Looks like a Wenger shackle?
(http://sakselector.info/sak_selector/wenger/85/snap_shackle.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 13, 2012, 02:29:09 AM
That rocks! Great tool selection, although I'm not sure about the carabiner.... what's that from and why did you want it? :DIts from a skate SAK, I wanted a philips, yet didn't want a mag glass. I also fig that it would be handy for carring it around, or if your using it, andjust snap it to a belt loop,, JR
Post by: nuphoria on March 13, 2012, 10:00:36 AM
Post by: Reinier on March 13, 2012, 10:24:09 AM
Post by: Neil on March 13, 2012, 10:41:04 AM
Post by: ducttapetech on March 13, 2012, 11:30:17 AM
Post by: bushidomosquito on March 16, 2012, 12:22:57 AM
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/titanium%2093/P3151877-Copy.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/titanium%2093/P3151887.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/titanium%2093/P3151888.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/titanium%2093/P3151907.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll227/bushidomosquito/titanium%2093/P3151913.jpg)
Post by: Syph007 on March 16, 2012, 12:25:44 AM
Post by: nuphoria on March 16, 2012, 12:36:28 AM
Post by: jds1 on March 16, 2012, 01:45:16 AM
Jeff
Post by: ironraven on March 16, 2012, 03:04:07 AM
Post by: Sidhartha on March 16, 2012, 09:14:47 PM
Post by: bushidomosquito on March 16, 2012, 10:50:37 PM
Post by: AimlessWanderer on March 17, 2012, 08:53:34 AM
That's my version of an electricians blade with a wire stripper notch made from a Harvester pruner blade. I have too many awls and I decided to start getting the Harvesters so I could play with reshaping the pruner for different uses.
Not possible ... :P
Beautiful knife mate :tu:
Post by: bushidomosquito on March 18, 2012, 05:58:03 AM
Well like i promised, heres the pics of the knife i had custom made, and i must say Tattoosteve did a great job! So with out further words here is the six layer Alox "torxpin Snap Attack" JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1390.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1392.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1393.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1394.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1395.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1397.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1398.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1399.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1396.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1402.jpg)
I keep coming back to check this one out. It's just so damn cool! The tool selection is about as useful as it can get, the clip is perfect for keeping it on a belt loop out of the pocket and the red old cross scales make it look very slick. Nice job Steve, I'm totally going to have to copycat this one.
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 18, 2012, 03:08:33 PM
I get credit! JRWell like i promised, heres the pics of the knife i had custom made, and i must say Tattoosteve did a great job! So with out further words here is the six layer Alox "torxpin Snap Attack" JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1390.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1392.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1393.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1394.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1395.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1397.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1398.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1399.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1396.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/Jus%20Knife%202012/100_1402.jpg)
I keep coming back to check this one out. It's just so damn cool! The tool selection is about as useful as it can get, the clip is perfect for keeping it on a belt loop out of the pocket and the red old cross scales make it look very slick. Nice job Steve, I'm totally going to have to copycat this one.
Post by: bushidomosquito on March 18, 2012, 03:15:07 PM
[/quote]
Naaa, you're just the wallet. Steve is the real artist here. :P
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 18, 2012, 03:28:23 PM
I get credit! JR
Naaa, you're just the wallet. Steve is the real artist here. :P
[/quote] Hmm, kinda. Still my idea :p
Post by: tattoosteve99 on March 18, 2012, 11:35:36 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 19, 2012, 12:48:11 AM
It was all mads idea. I just made the dream happen.:tu: JR
Post by: Rahmed on March 19, 2012, 10:19:16 PM
Stag scales will be produced by the owner personally...
(http://img526.imageshack.us/img526/7207/p1130485a.jpg)
(http://img713.imageshack.us/img713/2640/p1130492.jpg)
(http://img839.imageshack.us/img839/1885/p1130486s.jpg)
(http://img710.imageshack.us/img710/1136/p1130508t.jpg)
(http://img832.imageshack.us/img832/757/p1130507q.jpg)
Post by: bushidomosquito on March 20, 2012, 01:42:11 AM
Post by: Raukodur on March 20, 2012, 11:35:10 AM
Post by: nuphoria on March 20, 2012, 02:17:12 PM
Post by: Syph007 on March 20, 2012, 02:20:32 PM
No way! That awl just drops into a 91mm frame?
They are the right shape, but have a 3mm hole instead of 2.5 mm. Rahmed did you use a bushing or just let it ride with a larger hole?
Post by: Santos on March 20, 2012, 02:25:44 PM
Rahmed, do you think it would be possible to have that type of awl and the file/metal saw in the same layer on a 91mm frame?
i've done a small blade and a woodsaw on the blade spring layer... just need to use a small blade spacer on the saw end
Post by: nj2656 on March 20, 2012, 02:51:25 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on March 20, 2012, 02:58:00 PM
Is that canvas micarta with the Antler?
Those joins are perfect :o
Post by: nj2656 on March 20, 2012, 03:43:35 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on March 20, 2012, 06:39:23 PM
Post by: Gareth on March 20, 2012, 07:47:04 PM
That's nice Nj :tu:Agreed. :tu: Need to see some pics of the finished article. :)
Is that canvas micarta with the Antler?
Those joins are perfect :o
Post by: Reinier on March 21, 2012, 12:23:29 PM
No way! That awl just drops into a 91mm frame?
They are the right shape, but have a 3mm hole instead of 2.5 mm. Rahmed did you use a bushing or just let it ride with a larger hole?
Or you could use the awl from an XAVT or XXLT :P
Post by: nuphoria on March 21, 2012, 12:27:53 PM
I happen to have one of those for sale ;)
Post by: Syph007 on March 21, 2012, 12:45:19 PM
No way! That awl just drops into a 91mm frame?
They are the right shape, but have a 3mm hole instead of 2.5 mm. Rahmed did you use a bushing or just let it ride with a larger hole?
Or you could use the awl from an XAVT or XXLT :P
Well look at that, you learn something new every day! :D I had no idea that awl style was available on any 91mm SAK. Those saks would be a goldmine for donor parts for sure, but quite expensive too. hmm...
Post by: Reinier on March 21, 2012, 01:08:47 PM
An XAVT you say?
I happen to have one of those for sale ;)
My SAK buying activities are on hold for now... but I don't understand why your XAVT is still there!
Well look at that, you learn something new every day! :D I had no idea that awl style was available on any 91mm SAK. Those saks would be a goldmine for donor parts for sure, but quite expensive too. hmm...
Yep and they even have a blade layer with the hook, very cool if you want multiple hooks on your SAK but no corkscrew/Phillips :P
Post by: Sidhartha on March 21, 2012, 11:17:57 PM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04362.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04347.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04351.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04332.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04334.jpg)
:cheers:
Post by: magentus on March 21, 2012, 11:20:24 PM
Post by: nj2656 on March 22, 2012, 02:58:29 AM
Post by: nuphoria on March 22, 2012, 03:08:10 AM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on March 22, 2012, 04:26:25 AM
Finally Done!
That's quite nice! Well done.
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 22, 2012, 12:24:32 PM
a couple of bull horn knives climber and spartanBeautiful work on that spine detail! JR
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04351.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04334.jpg)
:cheers:
Post by: Sparky415 on March 22, 2012, 09:29:33 PM
That looks good NJ :tu:
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on March 24, 2012, 03:06:06 PM
(http://up.picr.de/9922832mby.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/9922834jte.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/9922833stt.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/9922828kzv.jpg)
And I made some new pictures of the mods I have already shown:
(http://up.picr.de/9922830oaq.jpg)
And polished the micarta a little bit:
(http://up.picr.de/9922831gda.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/9922827zdu.jpg)
With regard to the ebony or other scales, do you prefer the plain material or do you like additional decorations?
Post by: Santos on March 24, 2012, 03:21:03 PM
Post by: victor7000 on March 24, 2012, 06:57:20 PM
A new Executive with ebony scales without the decorative pins. The ebony has some delicate brown streaks what is not unusual. It depends on the light if you see it or not. I tried to catch it with the pictures.
(http://up.picr.de/9922827zdu.jpg)
With regard to the ebony or other scales, do you prefer the plain material or do you like additional decorations?
Doesn't mater. Both are just beautiful :tu:
Post by: Gareth on March 24, 2012, 07:22:54 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on March 25, 2012, 09:33:32 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on March 29, 2012, 06:33:27 PM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04389.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04382.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04400.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04391.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04388.jpg)
:cheers:
Post by: Neil on March 29, 2012, 09:32:20 PM
Excellent work, as per usual :salute:
Post by: magentus on March 29, 2012, 09:51:26 PM
Post by: nuphoria on March 29, 2012, 10:35:30 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on March 29, 2012, 11:13:20 PM
Yes, we are tiring of your excellence.... haven't you got anything else to show us? ;)
+1
Yes we want to see you bugger something up >:D
Post by: bushidomosquito on March 30, 2012, 12:39:13 AM
Post by: Santos on March 30, 2012, 04:32:36 AM
Post by: Ombudsman on March 30, 2012, 06:04:01 AM
Damn Sid, I can't believe what you did to that blade and it's backspring. That belongs in a museum. :drool:
Indeed !! :salute:
Post by: Leadfoot on March 31, 2012, 12:49:53 AM
I must say that there is some fine work being done by you modders.
Thank you all for the fine pics, I specially like the exploded views by Rahmed,
they explain a lot about the internals of a SAC.
Leadfooot
Post by: Syph007 on March 31, 2012, 01:01:15 AM
Three days and many hours later, I have finally finished this thread.
I did the exact same thing when I first joined this site! It helped while away some boring hours stuck in the office and it also got me really excited about modding. So many ideas so little time!
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 31, 2012, 04:13:58 AM
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on April 09, 2012, 12:35:21 PM
(http://up.picr.de/10092838ca.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/10092835ex.jpg)
Happy Easter!(for what is still left of it)
Post by: Steinar on April 09, 2012, 04:23:14 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on April 09, 2012, 11:57:04 PM
Sunshineinwinter did yo make the micarta? it is very very nice! :o
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on April 10, 2012, 08:25:24 PM
Sunshineinwinter did yo make the micarta? it is very very nice! :o
No, it is canvas micarta which I bought from a German knifemaker.
By the way, I admire your work!
Post by: Sidhartha on April 10, 2012, 11:58:20 PM
Sunshineinwinter did yo make the micarta? it is very very nice! :o
No, it is canvas micarta which I bought from a German knifemaker.
By the way, I admire your work!
thanks mate, i like your mods very clean work on that scales :salute:
Post by: tattoosteve99 on April 12, 2012, 12:35:42 AM
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/f89ee07b.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on April 12, 2012, 12:40:20 AM
How did the black out project on the mag glass go?
Post by: tattoosteve99 on April 12, 2012, 12:46:48 AM
Your pictures got a lot better. :tu:
How did the black out project on the mag glass go?
Still working on it. I'm going to the coater this week to try cerakoting the whole knife. My pics got better?? Must be the pic host. I stopped using tapatalk and use photobucket again but still using my phone to take pics ;)
Post by: Sidhartha on April 15, 2012, 02:49:34 AM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04456.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04460.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04447.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04452.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on April 15, 2012, 07:32:04 AM
:o
Wow again :drool:
Post by: Syph007 on April 15, 2012, 10:26:46 PM
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Red%20HA%20Alox/IMG_2310.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Red%20HA%20Alox/IMG_2316.jpg)
Post by: Rahmed on April 16, 2012, 12:08:25 AM
Post by: bushidomosquito on April 16, 2012, 12:22:06 AM
Hard anodized red urban pioneer! :D :D
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Red%20HA%20Alox/IMG_2310.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Red%20HA%20Alox/IMG_2316.jpg)
So that one stays with you then?
Edit: Oops, I was thinking this was the "What's your latest SAK" thread and thought you'd posted that because you decided to hang on to it. Carry on.
Post by: stressmaster5000 on April 16, 2012, 12:37:06 AM
elk huntsman :salute:That is very nice! :o
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04456.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04460.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04447.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04452.jpg)
Post by: Sidhartha on April 16, 2012, 09:02:30 PM
nice sak shyp!
Post by: Rahmed on April 16, 2012, 10:08:08 PM
(http://img825.imageshack.us/img825/7031/p1130604l.jpg)
(http://img855.imageshack.us/img855/111/p1130606.jpg)
Post by: lowtech on April 17, 2012, 09:42:27 AM
Let me start off by saying that this is neither a real SAK (It´s a B&H produced old GAK) nor a proper Mod, as i basically just removed a layer to produce a B&H Solo plus...
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y102/mattschwarz/tools/s_2.jpg)
I wanted to try out my skills on something i would not miss, so this flea market beauty was teh right candidate.
The liners were quite rough to begin with, i managed to scratch them some more, but after re-peening the scales snapped back on without glue and the knife has a nice snap with no play - I kinda like the outcome.
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y102/mattschwarz/tools/s_4.jpg)
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y102/mattschwarz/tools/s_1.jpg)
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y102/mattschwarz/tools/s_3.jpg)
Thanks for looking.
BTW: Any other 108 mm mods? I have been browsing this pages but did not find any.
Post by: Sparky415 on April 17, 2012, 11:14:17 AM
Looks very useful and light to carry :tu:
Post by: lowtech on April 17, 2012, 11:55:16 AM
It indeed is very slim and i carried it with me for a couple of days and find it convenient to have a blade with me without the need to flip out and oben my Gerber.
Post by: Sidhartha on April 18, 2012, 12:09:24 AM
lowtech: dont say that, thats a very nice work, only few dare to open and rearrenge a knife,i have never seen a solo gak plus ;)
i did a 108mm knife last year, let me post some pics :salute:
Post by: Sidhartha on April 18, 2012, 12:15:58 AM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC03619.jpg)
:cheers:
Post by: nuphoria on April 18, 2012, 01:03:30 AM
Post by: Sidhartha on April 18, 2012, 03:00:00 AM
Post by: nuphoria on April 18, 2012, 03:27:39 AM
and some filework :P
Well, a least you put a little bit of effort in then :D
Post by: lowtech on April 18, 2012, 08:18:09 AM
Post by: Syph007 on April 19, 2012, 08:11:23 PM
Cheers!
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/RedBlack/IMG_2339Large.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/RedBlack/IMG_2330Large.jpg)
Post by: Raukodur on April 19, 2012, 09:07:59 PM
Post by: jan. on April 19, 2012, 09:46:45 PM
Looking good, how about a different colour on either side? Black and red / red and blue / blue and black.
This is custom work and I know that the guy who bought these wanted them just as regular Pioneers in this colors. ;)
But if you want to order differend colors scales Symp007 will made them for you for sure.
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on April 20, 2012, 05:39:27 PM
(http://up.picr.de/10215872ea.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/10215873st.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/10215878oj.jpg)
The next is from me but a kind of experiment. A Prince in a grooved black canvas micarta, being left, at the moment, in a "file rough" state. In this state you can see and feel the "textile" structure very clearly. I dont know at the moment if it would be preferable to polish it. My moods change...
(http://up.picr.de/10215860kf.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/10215854nm.jpg)
On the other side, the groove pattern is more wildly
(http://up.picr.de/10215858dt.jpg)
Post by: Tyler_ on April 21, 2012, 03:37:14 PM
removed the annoying keyring from a Pioneer and Farmer using a Dremel
(http://oi44.tinypic.com/33y54lx.jpg)
(http://oi41.tinypic.com/16i88b9.jpg)
(http://oi41.tinypic.com/a3dnhw.jpg)
Post by: GigaHz on April 21, 2012, 05:38:39 PM
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/serratedct001.jpg)
Post by: stressmaster5000 on April 21, 2012, 08:01:53 PM
A serrated CT with a combo tool and awl.Now that is a neat MOD! :salute: :salute:
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/serratedct001.jpg)
I like the fully serrated Victorinox blades in any size! Just as an FYI, they have 84mm, 91mm and 111mm sized fully serrated blades.
Post by: nuphoria on April 21, 2012, 09:23:17 PM
Post by: GigaHz on April 21, 2012, 10:06:25 PM
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/nailnick003.jpg)
Post by: Rahmed on April 22, 2012, 09:05:06 PM
Next was the MiniChamp and 2 Alox Classic... result is Mate & Manicure 8)
(http://img848.imageshack.us/img848/3954/p1130635.jpg)
(http://img716.imageshack.us/img716/1275/p1130636d.jpg)
(http://img718.imageshack.us/img718/3739/p1130637c.jpg)
(http://img401.imageshack.us/img401/97/p1130638.jpg)
(http://img220.imageshack.us/img220/6372/p1130640.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on April 22, 2012, 09:57:09 PM
Manicure 8)
(http://img401.imageshack.us/img401/97/p1130638.jpg)
:rofl: that's a good one, I have to remember that one. :tu:
Post by: Sidhartha on April 23, 2012, 12:13:45 AM
Post by: nuphoria on April 23, 2012, 12:32:37 AM
Post by: Sidhartha on April 26, 2012, 05:35:20 PM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04512.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04510.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04521.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04517.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04505.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04479.jpg)
:cheers:
Post by: Syph007 on April 26, 2012, 05:57:10 PM
Post by: nuphoria on April 26, 2012, 06:14:47 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on April 26, 2012, 09:31:36 PM
I wish to sign up for lessons at the Sidhartha school of filework... how do I apply? :D
hehe, the greatest school is youtube my friend :D
thanks nuphoria :cheers:
Post by: Sidhartha on April 26, 2012, 09:34:53 PM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04580.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04579.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04571.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04572.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04556.jpg)
Post by: Neil on April 27, 2012, 01:01:51 AM
Keep 'em coming :D
Post by: tattoosteve99 on April 27, 2012, 02:46:29 AM
Nice work on those beauties. One question. Is there a reason you use black liners as opposed to directly on the aluminum?
Post by: enki_ck on April 27, 2012, 10:58:59 AM
This thread has officially turned into pure SAK porn :drool:
Keep 'em coming :D
Will we be seeing anything new with bees in this thread too? :pok:
Post by: Neil on April 27, 2012, 08:04:20 PM
This thread has officially turned into pure SAK porn :drool:
Keep 'em coming :D
Will we be seeing anything new with bees in this thread too? :pok:
Sadly not in the immediate future :(
Post by: tattoosteve99 on April 28, 2012, 01:22:34 AM
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/a4b62682.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/954e58b8.jpg)
Post by: GigaHz on April 28, 2012, 01:23:40 AM
Post by: Sidhartha on April 28, 2012, 03:18:01 AM
Just a quick update for me. I'm back at it so there's more to come. I have 2 on the books right now. Adding scissors to a alox and a custom build for a member here. Both will be nice as always.
Nice work on those beauties. One question. Is there a reason you use black liners as opposed to directly on the aluminum?
what black liners? the fiber spacers?
Post by: bushidomosquito on April 28, 2012, 03:23:42 AM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on April 28, 2012, 03:23:53 AM
Yes the spacer? Any reason other than beauty?Just a quick update for me. I'm back at it so there's more to come. I have 2 on the books right now. Adding scissors to a alox and a custom build for a member here. Both will be nice as always.
Nice work on those beauties. One question. Is there a reason you use black liners as opposed to directly on the aluminum?
what black liners? the fiber spacers?
Post by: Sidhartha on April 28, 2012, 03:39:46 AM
steve: 1 thing is what you said, in some cases the spacer gives a lot of suport for natural materials like horn or wood, sometimes they tend to twist with heat or humidity, the spacer gives more structure and strenght to the scale, and prevents water to damage the back of the scale.
BTW an all black soldier would be awesome :drool: :drool:
Post by: tattoosteve99 on April 28, 2012, 03:52:50 AM
Post by: nuphoria on April 28, 2012, 01:28:07 PM
Post by: Gimmeabreak on May 02, 2012, 09:27:24 AM
(http://i1232.photobucket.com/albums/ff380/Summonabotch/SAKs/IMG_3286.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on May 02, 2012, 09:31:16 AM
Post by: Sparky415 on May 02, 2012, 09:53:18 AM
Love the tool set in that one. :tu:
+1 very useful :tu:
Post by: nuphoria on May 02, 2012, 10:41:22 AM
Love the tool set in that one. :tu:
+1 very useful :tu:
+2 :D
Post by: ironraven on May 02, 2012, 05:18:19 PM
+2 :D
Yep! Partner it with a saw and fixed blade and it covers all your bases in the woods and gives you a last ditch fire starter to.
Post by: DumDum on May 05, 2012, 04:34:14 PM
(http://img269.imageshack.us/img269/2204/fotos079g.jpg)
(http://desmond.imageshack.us/Himg703/scaled.php?server=703&filename=fotos136.jpg&res=landing)
(http://desmond.imageshack.us/Himg705/scaled.php?server=705&filename=fotos134u.jpg&res=landing)
(http://desmond.imageshack.us/Himg802/scaled.php?server=802&filename=fotos145.jpg&res=landing)
Post by: Gareth on May 05, 2012, 04:47:39 PM
Post by: nuphoria on May 05, 2012, 05:39:17 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on May 05, 2012, 06:55:43 PM
Post by: DumDum on May 05, 2012, 09:00:02 PM
Post by: clickstop on May 05, 2012, 09:09:21 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on May 05, 2012, 09:23:47 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on May 05, 2012, 09:40:26 PM
Post by: clickstop on May 06, 2012, 12:27:31 AM
Wow hot black oxide. Very nice. Matte paint don't work :(. I've already tried it. I wish they made a paint that would actually stay on.
Hmmph, that's a bummer. There's got to be one, I don't want to have to resort to making my own little anodizing station at home :ahhh
Post by: JAfromMn on May 06, 2012, 12:44:56 AM
I put a deep carry clip and made the rescue blade a wharncliff shape.
I sold it. :facepalm:
I will make one like it again one day but with a tip up clip. :sak:
(http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/IMG-20111221-00994.jpg)
(http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/IMG-20111221-00998.jpg)
Post by: tattoosteve99 on May 06, 2012, 02:05:51 AM
Here's a nice SAK that I modded
I put a deep carry clip and made the rescue blade a wharncliff shape.
I sold it. :facepalm:
I will make one like it again one day but with a tip up clip. :sak:
(http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/IMG-20111221-00994.jpg)
(http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/IMG-20111221-00998.jpg)
That's a nice one :). Too bad you sold it :(
Post by: JAfromMn on May 06, 2012, 05:32:44 AM
A little :bnghd:
Post by: Neil on May 11, 2012, 11:45:42 PM
Post by: Rahmed on May 12, 2012, 01:27:00 PM
(http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/1448/p1130753.jpg)
(http://img15.imageshack.us/img15/8172/p1130754.jpg)
(http://img252.imageshack.us/img252/5470/p1130748.jpg)
(http://img694.imageshack.us/img694/3100/p1130757.jpg)
(http://img718.imageshack.us/img718/8067/p1130759h.jpg)
(http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/5113/p1130762m.jpg)
(http://img405.imageshack.us/img405/2955/p1130767.jpg)
Post by: Syph007 on May 12, 2012, 01:39:42 PM
Post by: nuphoria on May 12, 2012, 05:23:37 PM
So, anyone got something cheap I can scavenge some pliers from please? :D
I have lots of decent donors SAKs to trade, or cash money. Need a mod done and can't find pliers!
Post by: Rahmed on May 12, 2012, 08:52:35 PM
Rahmed, those scales look familiar! :D Looks like you put them all to good use. What are you using for a plier spring? Is that the stock one from a 91mm?Sure :cheers:
Plier spring is home made by hanes :tu:
I changed my Electromechanic concept a bit... now that's it!!
(http://img256.imageshack.us/img256/9984/p1130770.jpg)
(http://img209.imageshack.us/img209/4135/p1130768u.jpg)
Post by: bushidomosquito on May 13, 2012, 12:32:56 AM
Post by: Rahmed on May 13, 2012, 12:46:58 AM
Post by: Rahmed on May 15, 2012, 11:44:58 PM
And RedRed Soldier :salute:
(http://img21.imageshack.us/img21/4411/p1130776f.jpg)
(http://img802.imageshack.us/img802/4682/p1130781.jpg)
(http://img4.imageshack.us/img4/2276/p1130775.jpg)
Post by: Sidhartha on May 16, 2012, 12:19:56 AM
nice rivets :salute:
Post by: JimShockz on May 24, 2012, 03:45:17 PM
Here's a nice SAK that I modded
I put a deep carry clip and made the rescue blade a wharncliff shape.
I sold it. :facepalm:
I will make one like it again one day but with a tip up clip. :sak:
(http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/IMG-20111221-00994.jpg)
(http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/IMG-20111221-00998.jpg)
That's a nice one :). Too bad you sold it :(
Some nice clean lines,it looks almost if it could be used in the operating room. :salute:
-JS
Post by: Sparky415 on May 24, 2012, 07:02:24 PM
very nice!!
nice rivets :salute:
x10 :drool:
Post by: M.TEX on May 24, 2012, 09:44:38 PM
I wish to sign up for lessons at the Sidhartha school of filework... how do I apply? :D
Yaep me too ... :whistle:
Post by: Sidhartha on May 25, 2012, 06:38:26 AM
here two sentinels
bufalo horn and wengue wood
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04613.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04602.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04617.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04588.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04643.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04640.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04646.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04642.jpg)
:salute:
Post by: victor7000 on May 27, 2012, 10:44:28 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on May 28, 2012, 06:25:34 AM
Post by: Zag on June 07, 2012, 02:41:52 PM
A Yeoman with saw: the Yeosaw!
(http://i426.photobucket.com/albums/pp350/zagabul/IMG_0186-1.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on June 07, 2012, 03:59:07 PM
It's great making your first one no matter what it is.... big sense of achievement I reckon :D
Post by: magentus on June 07, 2012, 04:33:20 PM
Nothing super impressive but I am still proud of my first mod :D
A Yeoman with saw: the Yeosaw!
(http://i426.photobucket.com/albums/pp350/zagabul/IMG_0186-1.jpg)
Good job - nice tool set as well. What was your experience of carrying out the work?
Post by: Zag on June 07, 2012, 04:42:53 PM
The hardest bit has been to make the new rivets. I bent a few before finding the right amount of force with each hammer strike. The pin has to "mushroom" but not bend.
The rest is pretty straight forward.
I didn't realize until now that this model has been invented by Scibeer a while back. Real name is Yoman
Post by: magentus on June 07, 2012, 04:52:05 PM
I'd stick with the name you invented for it - it's cool and yours.
The more I look at the tool set the more impressed I am.
Post by: AimlessWanderer on June 07, 2012, 05:11:03 PM
Good on yer feller :tu:
Post by: Zag on June 07, 2012, 06:08:17 PM
Did you use a regular hammer or a ball and peen?
I'd stick with the name you invented for it - it's cool and yours.
The more I look at the tool set the more impressed I am.
Thanks mate.
I just wish to have an awl instead of the hook. But if i remember correctly the awl is slightly too thin for that spot :think:
otherwise it is indeed my favourite tool set.
I used a regular hammer
Post by: Sparky415 on June 07, 2012, 06:09:14 PM
Post by: Syph007 on June 07, 2012, 06:10:42 PM
Did you use a regular hammer or a ball and peen?
I'd stick with the name you invented for it - it's cool and yours.
The more I look at the tool set the more impressed I am.
Thanks mate.
I just wish to have an awl instead of the hook. But if i remember correctly the awl is slightly too thin for that spot :think:
otherwise it is indeed my favourite tool set.
I used a regular hammer
I always meant to try an awl in that hook spot too. I think a custom size tiny washer would solve that problem of it being thinner. It's still on my todo list to try.
Post by: Gareth on June 07, 2012, 06:46:18 PM
Nice work mate. I've taken a few apart, but still not got round to putting one together yet ::) ::)
Good on yer feller :tu:
:pok: :pok:
Post by: theonew on June 07, 2012, 07:25:34 PM
I have a similar mod in the works.
Post by: AimlessWanderer on June 07, 2012, 08:00:02 PM
Very nice SAK indeed Zag, well done. :tu:Nice work mate. I've taken a few apart, but still not got round to putting one together yet ::) ::)
Good on yer feller :tu:
:pok: :pok:
I know :facepalm:
Post by: Neil on June 10, 2012, 08:08:22 PM
and Al .... :pok: sort it out chap. Anyone would think you'd been busy moving house or something ::)
Post by: AimlessWanderer on June 10, 2012, 09:29:11 PM
I've got nearly all the SAK's I want to break and the ones I've already broken in one place ... well almost. I'm also about 8 miles nearer my Dremel than I was before, and the hammers and drills are only a few miles away from that. The rest of my tools haven't moved yet though. I think the work bench is currently 2 miles from my drill and 10 miles from the stand that takes the drill and sits on the bench. I don't have anywhere to site the bench to work on where I am, but that's a work in progress. I do have an electrical extension lead though
See, much better. :tu: Ain't progress wonderful :D
Post by: Sparky415 on June 10, 2012, 11:54:50 PM
:rofl:
Post by: AimlessWanderer on June 11, 2012, 12:32:47 AM
Wurkbench? Vice? 'Ammer? We had a slug fur a wurk bench, 'ad tu grip job wi' teeth an' peen rivets wi' us tongue :P
Bloody Southerners, arlus geein us Northerners grief :whistle:
:rofl:
Post by: nuphoria on June 11, 2012, 12:52:27 AM
Post by: AimlessWanderer on June 11, 2012, 12:55:39 AM
Post by: Neil on June 11, 2012, 11:20:15 PM
Well quit you're jibber jabber and be getting on with it :D
Post by: Sparky415 on June 11, 2012, 11:25:57 PM
Monty Python - Four Yorkshiremen (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xe1a1wHxTyo#)
:D
That's another thread buggered :-[
Post by: Zag on June 13, 2012, 11:24:03 AM
So without further due, here is the YEOSAWL :D
(http://i426.photobucket.com/albums/pp350/zagabul/IMG_0288.jpg)
(http://i426.photobucket.com/albums/pp350/zagabul/IMG_0284.jpg)
Took a bit of grinding to fit the awl at the back of the woodsaw. The liner had to be slightly reprofiled to access the nail nick easily.
(http://i426.photobucket.com/albums/pp350/zagabul/IMG_0274.jpg)
(http://i426.photobucket.com/albums/pp350/zagabul/IMG_0289.jpg)
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on June 13, 2012, 11:27:22 AM
Post by: AimlessWanderer on June 13, 2012, 11:29:18 AM
Post by: nuphoria on June 13, 2012, 04:43:01 PM
I wish my fecking hands would play nice :(
Post by: Neil on June 13, 2012, 09:38:59 PM
Great mod though ;)
Post by: Sparky415 on June 13, 2012, 10:50:26 PM
Yeosawl :facepalm: That's awlful :P
Great mod though ;)
+1 :D
Thats very nice Zag :tu:
Post by: Zag on June 14, 2012, 10:43:46 AM
Post by: WWW on June 19, 2012, 11:09:12 PM
Titan orange framelock Farmer (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkTY8wVFXN0#)
Forgive me if this vid was already posted.
Post by: papa_mcb on June 19, 2012, 11:22:37 PM
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on June 25, 2012, 03:45:19 PM
(http://up.picr.de/10959144dd.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/10959158pd.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/10959150cj.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/10959172ds.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on June 25, 2012, 06:02:12 PM
That is very nice :drool:
Post by: Sidhartha on June 25, 2012, 08:36:57 PM
Post by: Gareth on June 25, 2012, 11:32:01 PM
Post by: Neil on June 25, 2012, 11:39:04 PM
Post by: Rahmed on July 03, 2012, 11:55:55 PM
I have some plastic only :think:
Apprentice 84 & Rucksack Slim 8)
(http://img821.imageshack.us/img821/614/p1140155.jpg)
(http://img571.imageshack.us/img571/7843/p1140156x.jpg)
(http://img28.imageshack.us/img28/2249/p1140157.jpg)
(http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/3280/p1140158.jpg)
(http://img401.imageshack.us/img401/2756/p1140160.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on July 04, 2012, 02:56:19 PM
Post by: Gareth on July 04, 2012, 06:55:41 PM
I love the look of the Rucksack Slim, just right for a bit of outdoors wood gathering and working. :tu:
Post by: Rahmed on July 04, 2012, 08:34:38 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on July 04, 2012, 08:49:22 PM
can it be done with a linerlock trailmaster?
Post by: Rahmed on July 05, 2012, 10:27:31 PM
Don't know about liner-lock... I'm not a fan of OH Vics :think:
Post by: Sidhartha on July 06, 2012, 12:06:36 AM
:cheers:
Post by: Reinier on July 08, 2012, 10:37:49 PM
An older Spartan with new scales from stabilised and dyed maple.
Hey I see you're selling this one on eBay?
Post by: Sidhartha on July 15, 2012, 08:11:56 PM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04959.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04961.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04964.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04971.jpg)
:cheers:
Post by: Sidhartha on July 15, 2012, 08:13:43 PM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04996-1.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04913.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04890.jpg)
Post by: RICHJ on July 15, 2012, 08:54:52 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on July 15, 2012, 09:10:29 PM
Nice work :tu:
+1 I really like the green one :drool:
Post by: kirk13 on July 15, 2012, 09:53:56 PM
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on July 15, 2012, 11:18:58 PM
An older Spartan with new scales from stabilised and dyed maple.
Hey I see you're selling this one on eBay?
Yes. I offered it in the forum first, but no one wanted it, so it went to the electronic bay and is sold now.
Post by: Neil on July 21, 2012, 12:03:10 AM
G10 MiniChamp???Love IT!
Ditto, that's very nice :tu:
Post by: wisemen on July 21, 2012, 12:55:22 AM
some g10
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC04996-1.jpg)
loving this for a hard to lose edc.
Post by: Rahmed on July 22, 2012, 12:19:44 AM
58 Saturday Fever:
Blue Alox Rambler
Yardman
Manicure Little Black Dress
(http://img836.imageshack.us/img836/7471/p1140276z.jpg)
(http://img820.imageshack.us/img820/5274/p1140287.jpg)
(http://img341.imageshack.us/img341/2590/p1140285.jpg)
(http://img213.imageshack.us/img213/2229/p1140284k.jpg)
(http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/7780/p1140288r.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on July 22, 2012, 01:47:36 AM
Post by: Neil on July 28, 2012, 03:08:03 PM
Who was the Australian guy who did a whole bunch of them years ago :think:
I gave it a try... and came to the conclusion its easier said than done :)
Post by: clickstop on July 28, 2012, 04:44:32 PM
Post by: Rahmed on July 30, 2012, 09:33:57 PM
(http://img843.imageshack.us/img843/3462/p1140313.jpg)
Post by: clickstop on July 31, 2012, 02:00:13 AM
I added wire scraper on my EDC model... works well 8)
(http://img843.imageshack.us/img843/3462/p1140313.jpg)
Looks neat! Is it sharp enough to be a cord cutter?
Post by: Syph007 on July 31, 2012, 03:18:40 AM
I added wire scraper on my EDC model... works well 8)
I've been thinking about doing something similar, for wire scraper and last resort can opener too. Combo tools are harder to find so I was thinking of just slightly altering the cap lifter to act as bottle opener/can opener/wire scraper.
Post by: Sidhartha on August 02, 2012, 03:47:36 AM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC05053.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC05058.jpg)
:cheers:
Post by: borro on August 02, 2012, 03:15:56 PM
I'm new here I I can't get enough of tis modifications. It's all outstanding.
I own about dozen SAKs and 2 Wengers, and now Im very interested in making some modifications. Actually, i would like to make one EDC with all the tools I need. :sak:
Can anybody tell me where do you get this brass pins to asemble the knife? Can I get them from somewhere on the net, any link or something!?
Post by: GigaHz on August 02, 2012, 04:20:27 PM
USA = Rotokid
Post by: Sparky415 on August 02, 2012, 07:11:17 PM
Europe = Neil:D
USA = Rotokid
Here's a little bit more of a clue
Rotokid USA
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=profile;u=659 (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=profile;u=659)
or
http://www.edcsource.com/Rotokids-Shop,name,100496,user_id,shop (http://www.edcsource.com/Rotokids-Shop,name,100496,user_id,shop)
Neil UK
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=profile;u=936 (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=profile;u=936)
or
http://www.edcsource.com/Hive-of-SAKtivity,name,100034,user_id,shop (http://www.edcsource.com/Hive-of-SAKtivity,name,100034,user_id,shop)
Post by: Syph007 on August 02, 2012, 08:02:48 PM
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on August 04, 2012, 05:29:58 PM
(http://up.picr.de/11386940hx.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/11386946uy.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/11386952ss.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/11386957pd.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on August 04, 2012, 05:34:45 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on August 04, 2012, 06:08:56 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on August 04, 2012, 07:14:54 PM
very nice! :tu:
+1 That's very nice but I could loose it in the garden in about half an hour :ahhh
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on August 04, 2012, 08:10:15 PM
Post by: Neil on August 05, 2012, 12:34:49 AM
Post by: ICanFixThat on August 05, 2012, 04:31:09 PM
A Sportsman in a fresh green-yellow dyed and stabilised maple. I also polished the liners.That's stunningly beautiful. It is certainly one of the best sets of Green scales I've ever seen. :drool: :salute:
....
Post by: Taninaree on August 05, 2012, 06:44:15 PM
Post by: Waterlander on August 06, 2012, 07:43:25 PM
Melty scaled SAKs :)
Who was the Australian guy who did a whole bunch of them years ago :think:
I gave it a try... and came to the conclusion its easier said than done :)
Oupa
He did lots of amazing embellishments, like the melted scales. And a SAK looking like a green pickle.
Last I heard he's not into knives anymore.
Post by: Syph007 on August 06, 2012, 07:59:47 PM
Melty scaled SAKs :)
Who was the Australian guy who did a whole bunch of them years ago :think:
I gave it a try... and came to the conclusion its easier said than done :)
Oupa
He did lots of amazing embellishments, like the melted scales. And a SAK looking like a green pickle.
Last I heard he's not into knives anymore.
I saw a pic of this 'melted' sak and I couldn't figure out what the heck is was? As in melted plastic scales? It seemed really weird I didn't get it.
Post by: Waterlander on August 06, 2012, 08:38:42 PM
You start with textured alox. Like jigging use a file or dremel to shape the waves and polish so it looks as if melted metal. Technicaly not hard to do, but you need an artistic touch to make it look good. The man had endless ideas and inspiration. :)
Post by: Neil on August 08, 2012, 09:29:03 PM
I did have a go way back but it turned out looking like a really badly beaten up SAK rather than a piece of art :-[ I keep scrap scales so perhaps one year I'll have another go :)
Post by: Waterlander on August 09, 2012, 01:15:42 PM
That was the chap, thanks. He did some cool stuff with copper as well.
I did have a go way back but it turned out looking like a really badly beaten up SAK rather than a piece of art :-[ I keep scrap scales so perhaps one year I'll have another go :)
:) You should see mine failed attempt, beyond salvation that bad :P
Post by: Sazabi on August 09, 2012, 06:28:09 PM
That was the chap, thanks. He did some cool stuff with copper as well.
I did have a go way back but it turned out looking like a really badly beaten up SAK rather than a piece of art :-[ I keep scrap scales so perhaps one year I'll have another go :)
:) You should see mine failed attempt, beyond salvation that bad :P
How is that failure? I like it. :think:
Post by: Reinier on August 09, 2012, 06:50:49 PM
Post by: Waterlander on August 10, 2012, 09:40:11 AM
Post by: Neil on August 19, 2012, 11:11:32 PM
Post by: Rahmed on August 23, 2012, 08:56:22 PM
(http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/6039/p1140374.jpg)
(http://img844.imageshack.us/img844/97/p1140411y.jpg)
(http://img155.imageshack.us/img155/2286/p1140416y.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on August 23, 2012, 10:07:18 PM
City Basic#3 & Wenge Master Electrician 8)
(http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/6039/p1140374.jpg)
I like this one a lot. :tu:
Post by: AimlessWanderer on August 23, 2012, 10:19:11 PM
City Basic#3 & Wenge Master Electrician 8)
(http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/6039/p1140374.jpg)
I like this one a lot. :tu:
Me too :tu:
Rahmed, if you build me one with a saw and inline awl instead of the file and combo tool, I'll buy you an ice-cream :tu: :rofl:
Post by: tattoosteve99 on August 25, 2012, 01:47:50 AM
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/6B1C2A18-1336-422E-B228-6E6B886A965F-62793-00001A6D38BDAEA5.jpg)
A capt Spaulding special :)
Post by: Rahmed on September 02, 2012, 08:51:00 PM
(http://img834.imageshack.us/img834/3840/p1140621k.jpg)
(http://img145.imageshack.us/img145/821/p1140622.jpg)
(http://img26.imageshack.us/img26/1141/p1140623.jpg)
Post by: Sidhartha on September 02, 2012, 11:22:21 PM
Post by: kirk13 on September 02, 2012, 11:32:33 PM
Post by: Gareth on September 02, 2012, 11:58:17 PM
Scissors on a GAK?I love it! :drool:+1 :salute:
Post by: AimlessWanderer on September 03, 2012, 12:17:29 AM
Nice work! :hatsoff:Scissors on a GAK?I love it! :drool:+1 :salute:
Post by: ironraven on September 03, 2012, 04:32:36 AM
Post by: nuphoria on September 03, 2012, 04:36:52 PM
Post by: crackout on September 03, 2012, 05:04:01 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on September 03, 2012, 05:50:57 PM
Actually, there shouldn't be any knives wihtout scissors.+1
Post by: Neil on September 04, 2012, 05:50:01 PM
Nice mod chap :salute:
Post by: Sidhartha on September 07, 2012, 05:57:47 PM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC05153.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC05148-1.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC05245.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC05247.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on September 07, 2012, 06:16:14 PM
I'm loving that Waiter :drool: :drool:
Post by: tattoosteve99 on September 08, 2012, 08:35:08 PM
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/D7609CAF-3271-4B77-9576-9215006F8BCA-35009-00000FF6590E163E.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/F188CD44-BC67-4525-9109-A917812C1375-35009-00000FF65F8BCB9D.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/2E737AAC-8A1F-4645-BFAB-B09F68929F7D-35009-00000FF664F205BD.jpg)
Black tools and spring with pocket clip. And it's UK legal :
This ones for Kirk13 ;)
Post by: Syph007 on September 08, 2012, 09:27:26 PM
Compact with saw layer and fine screwdriver back tool times two.
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Compact%20Plus/IMG_3662.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Compact%20Plus/IMG_3663.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Compact%20Plus/IMG_3666.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Compact%20Plus/IMG_3667.jpg)
Post by: WiSAKfan on September 09, 2012, 01:18:36 AM
Scissors, scissors, scissors!!! 8)
(http://img834.imageshack.us/img834/3840/p1140621k.jpg)
(http://img145.imageshack.us/img145/821/p1140622.jpg)
(http://img26.imageshack.us/img26/1141/p1140623.jpg)
what pin stock is that?
Post by: victor7000 on September 09, 2012, 03:30:54 PM
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-FbcMuXrbnN0/UEJb0mFwObI/AAAAAAAAFbM/W-Rdt3w3nyE/s800/DSCN9498_r.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UHzgWFPsJyI/UEJb3fSD2CI/AAAAAAAAFcA/Pk2y2cdGZF4/s800/DSCN9534_r.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-7FXTA5iiYfs/UEJb4r_ixXI/AAAAAAAAFcU/2ZB5XjOYZtc/s800/DSCN9541_r.jpg)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-7IzLhLXqNWU/UEJb2VtVjHI/AAAAAAAAFbo/0Nt_vXLai-k/s800/DSCN9505_r.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-b3xP8EG2j3s/UEJb4n7W4nI/AAAAAAAAFcY/-UAqnAho-I0/s800/DSCN9540_r.jpg)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Gsy8C0_EWhw/UEJb5NFfJ1I/AAAAAAAAFcg/YcMMWVIcCwY/s800/DSCN9542_r.jpg)
Post by: kirk13 on September 09, 2012, 03:43:04 PM
Did someone say mod?
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/D7609CAF-3271-4B77-9576-9215006F8BCA-35009-00000FF6590E163E.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/F188CD44-BC67-4525-9109-A917812C1375-35009-00000FF65F8BCB9D.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/2E737AAC-8A1F-4645-BFAB-B09F68929F7D-35009-00000FF664F205BD.jpg)
Black tools and spring with pocket clip. And it's UK legal :
This ones for Kirk13 ;)
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :drool: :mail: :mail:
Post by: nj2656 on September 09, 2012, 07:10:42 PM
Post by: Rahmed on September 11, 2012, 12:14:29 AM
Quote
Victor7000 those pins look factory original...+1 :tu:
Super Angler
(http://img196.imageshack.us/img196/534/p1140681h.jpg)
Tinker 84 from rests of Salesman
(http://img402.imageshack.us/img402/560/p1140678n.jpg)
And another alox with forbidden tool :whistle:
(http://img651.imageshack.us/img651/936/p1140687n.jpg)
Post by: ironraven on September 11, 2012, 03:03:51 AM
Compact with saw layer and fine screwdriver back tool times two.
Wonderful configuration. My first thought was that it was another "Slim Huntsman", but the phillips and fine driver make it more a "Fieldmaster Slim". Sounds like a redneck rap star, but... :D
Post by: Gareth on September 15, 2012, 08:32:37 PM
swisschamp and waiter with the same materials, wood and brass :cheers:
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC05153.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC05148-1.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC05245.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC05247.jpg)
I forget to say, but those are simply gorgeous. :drool:
Post by: Gareth on September 17, 2012, 12:56:52 AM
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/multitools/008-3.jpg)
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/multitools/009-2.jpg)
Post by: clickstop on September 17, 2012, 03:57:16 AM
Got some fab scales from Neil at the last meet-up and finally got round to putting them on a SAK. I actually did the SAK mod a good while ago but it originally had plain red scales, now it just looks cool. 8)
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/multitools/008-3.jpg)
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/multitools/009-2.jpg)
:drool: :drool: :drool: I've been eyeing those scales for a long time! What's that material? Best 58mm scales I've ever seen.
Post by: Gareth on September 17, 2012, 08:08:36 AM
Post by: enki_ck on September 17, 2012, 11:58:46 AM
Edit: Link to profile added. He has his ebay store link in the signature line.
Post by: nuphoria on September 17, 2012, 01:01:56 PM
Post by: clickstop on September 17, 2012, 10:32:15 PM
Post by: Rahmed on September 27, 2012, 08:43:59 PM
(http://imageshack.us/a/img849/7042/p1140852.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img821/914/p1140855.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img842/9131/p1140856d.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img525/7303/p1140857r.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on September 27, 2012, 10:29:04 PM
Post by: Rahmed on October 01, 2012, 05:57:07 PM
(http://imageshack.us/a/img703/6571/p1140884.jpg)
Locksmith 91 :salute:
(http://imageshack.us/a/img72/9881/p1140879z.jpg)
Post by: Rahmed on October 01, 2012, 09:17:54 PM
(http://imageshack.us/a/img96/6271/p1140894f.jpg)
Post by: landwomble on October 01, 2012, 10:44:39 PM
One more... CyberTool 35 8)WOAH! THAT'S MY PERFECT KNIFE! How did you add the saw? Seriously, the last month I've been thinking about this and that is EXACTLY what I want.
(http://imageshack.us/a/img96/6271/p1140894f.jpg)
Post by: Rahmed on October 02, 2012, 12:00:39 AM
But this is another masterpiece from hanes :ahhh
Farmer Ti FrameLock, RWL34 blade, CF :drool:
(http://imageshack.us/a/img805/8466/p1250081jpgbig.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img696/6727/p1250086jpgbig.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img850/2603/p1250100jpgbig.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img32/8953/p1250091jpgbig.jpg)
Post by: landwomble on October 02, 2012, 12:17:25 AM
Sent from my HTC One X using Tapatalk 2
Post by: Jamie_M on October 02, 2012, 12:31:23 AM
Post by: derekmac on October 02, 2012, 03:31:26 AM
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 2
Post by: MadPlumbarian on October 02, 2012, 05:51:51 AM
Post by: wisemen on October 02, 2012, 09:51:05 PM
Post by: nuphoria on October 02, 2012, 10:50:46 PM
Gorgeous :tu:
Post by: Gareth on October 07, 2012, 02:54:56 PM
Post by: Santos on October 07, 2012, 03:22:27 PM
It if was legal here, it would certainly be aspirational EDC for me!
Gorgeous :tu:
Nuph go with common women wisdom... what the men don't know wont hurt them ;)
Heck carrying that might sate your wild streak and stop you doing something real rash in the future like getting behind a 3.5 tonne truck and going GTA on UK's streets
Post by: nuphoria on October 07, 2012, 03:39:01 PM
Post by: Santos on October 07, 2012, 03:43:41 PM
Well.... that's one of the best excuses I've heard for a while >:D
My consultation advocacy fee has been waived
... the devil paid for it.
Post by: oneho on October 07, 2012, 09:30:56 PM
I have just finished the rebuilt of my GAK. I called it GAKL "Germany Army Knife Luxory" Only tools are original, the rest is brass and wood palisander. I need to polish it and then it will go to ebay. :think: Maybe...
(http://imageshack.us/a/img38/3982/gakl.jpg)
Post by: richs2891 on October 07, 2012, 10:02:16 PM
I never saw the need for the pliers on my CT34 as its coupled with the leatherman in my everyday kit, so I was looking for some thing a little thinner for edc. So after a chat with tatoosteve99 from here he agree to remove the pliers layer off a CT34 to make a CT31.
Next to my CT 34
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab171/richs2891/Richard/CT34CT31.jpg)
Open
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab171/richs2891/Richard/CT31open2.jpg)
Closed
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab171/richs2891/Richard/CT31closed.jpg)
Its awaiting a set of blue sapphire scales which should make it that bit more special.
Richard
Post by: Gareth on October 07, 2012, 10:06:39 PM
Hi.very nice oneho, and welcome to the forum. :cheers:
I have just finished the rebuilt of my GAK. I called it GAKL "Germany Army Knife Luxory" Only tools are original, the rest is brass and wood palisander. I need to polish it and then it will go to ebay. :think: Maybe...
(http://imageshack.us/a/img38/3982/gakl.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on October 07, 2012, 10:10:04 PM
Hi.very nice oneho, and welcome to the forum. :cheers:
I have just finished the rebuilt of my GAK. I called it GAKL "Germany Army Knife Luxory" Only tools are original, the rest is brass and wood palisander. I need to polish it and then it will go to ebay. :think: Maybe...
http://imageshack.us/a/img38/3982/gakl.jpg (http://imageshack.us/a/img38/3982/gakl.jpg)
+1
excellent introduction to the forum. Welcome :cheers: Great looking scales. :salute: Do you have any more pics of your work?
Post by: Rahmed on October 07, 2012, 10:25:10 PM
Hi.Fine job :tu: Welcome on board :cheers:
I have just finished the rebuilt of my GAK. I called it GAKL "Germany Army Knife Luxory"... it will go to ebay. :think: Maybe...
edit:
And... don't sell it :pok:
Post by: oneho on October 07, 2012, 10:28:57 PM
(http://www.kudolani.com/obrazky/vin1.jpg)
(http://www.kudolani.com/obrazky/vin2.jpg)
(http://www.kudolani.com/obrazky/vin3.jpg)
(http://www.kudolani.com/noze/vic_zebra_web.jpg)
(http://www.kudolani.com/noze/vic_zebra_orech.jpg)
and next fulltang knife...
And... don't sell it :pok:
I need Dremel 4000 :D
Post by: Sidhartha on October 07, 2012, 10:29:06 PM
Post by: enki_ck on October 07, 2012, 10:38:28 PM
My next work:
(http://www.kudolani.com/obrazky/vin3.jpg)
Walnut?
Also, how did you transfer the Victorinox shield? Did you make a branding stamp? I've been thinking about doing that.
Post by: Rahmed on October 07, 2012, 11:05:39 PM
All right then... will be more of a happy man in the world ;)
And... don't sell it :pok:
I need Dremel 4000 :D
Post by: Syph007 on October 07, 2012, 11:09:24 PM
My next work:
(http://www.kudolani.com/obrazky/vin3.jpg)
Walnut?
Also, how did you transfer the Victorinox shield? Did you make a branding stamp? I've been thinking about doing that.
Ya that shield burn in or whatever you did there, looks perfect! :salute:
Post by: nuphoria on October 08, 2012, 06:57:51 PM
Post by: oneho on October 08, 2012, 07:50:33 PM
Yes it is Walnut
Logo victorinox is burned with laser. On the next image the logo is filled by modelling putt.
Post by: Zag on October 09, 2012, 12:27:15 PM
I like it's simplicity. Great on the keychain too.
(http://i426.photobucket.com/albums/pp350/zagabul/IMG_0402-1.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on October 09, 2012, 12:55:00 PM
Post by: Rahmed on October 11, 2012, 08:43:52 PM
...now it's true CzechSwiss ZombieKiller Farmer :drool:
(http://imageshack.us/a/img23/6976/p1250234jpgbig.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img547/6953/p1250239jpgbig.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img24/1193/p1250247jpgbig.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on October 11, 2012, 08:44:59 PM
Post by: Syph007 on October 11, 2012, 08:50:35 PM
New Neon Toxic Green G-10 scale for FrameLock Farmer from Hanes...
...now it's true CzechSwiss ZombieKiller Farmer :drool:
(http://imageshack.us/a/img23/6976/p1250234jpgbig.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img547/6953/p1250239jpgbig.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img24/1193/p1250247jpgbig.jpg)
You're killing me man! I'm looking at setting up a glass bead blasting booth now so i can do that Ti finish. :drool:
Post by: Rahmed on October 14, 2012, 10:12:31 PM
(http://imageshack.us/a/img442/7272/p1150013y.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img692/7594/p1150012l.jpg)
Post by: jerseydevil on October 14, 2012, 10:17:11 PM
Post by: Rahmed on October 18, 2012, 09:29:51 PM
(http://imageshack.us/a/img689/7529/p1150020j.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img833/4346/p1150015o.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img547/7565/p1150021.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on October 18, 2012, 09:32:46 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on October 18, 2012, 10:51:07 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on October 20, 2012, 09:19:17 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0986_zpsa911f663.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0982_zps263b6ac9.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0976_zps49ff6dfe.jpg)
With a nice smooth backside too :whistle:
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0985_zps977be8f2.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on October 20, 2012, 10:49:50 AM
Post by: enki_ck on October 20, 2012, 02:47:49 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on October 20, 2012, 11:38:44 PM
Great mod, nice to see someone modding Wengers. :salute: Not a lot of those around here.
I'm a Wenger man from way back.. my first SAK was a Wenger, still got it 40 years later.
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,38149.msg612996.html#msg612996 (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,38149.msg612996.html#msg612996)
Didn't get a Vic until 1989 but I think I did that well, Bought a Golfer in Switzerland.
Post by: Steinar on October 21, 2012, 12:26:11 AM
Didn't get a Vic until 1989 but I think I did that well, Bought a Golfer in Switzerland.
OK, I'm a nerd. My first thought was “Well, that doesn't say much, considering the number of knives having carried the name “Golfer”.” :D
Post by: PTRSAK on October 21, 2012, 05:31:31 AM
Post by: Steinar on October 21, 2012, 02:26:22 PM
Post by: theonew on October 22, 2012, 12:01:09 AM
I'm calling it the Town and Country:
(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii155/theonew/TandC1.jpg)
(http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii155/theonew/TandC2.jpg)
While my most carried SAK at the moment is a Passenger I modded, as it has everything I need for urban duties, it stays home whenever I take a walk in the park or spend time in or near nature, since it is lacking a saw. So if I can get used to carrying a 4 layer SAK, which I don't see much of a problem with, then this will become my new EDC :)
Post by: victor7000 on October 27, 2012, 03:37:17 PM
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-6Q4PKrz9QMs/UIRGTFgh_9I/AAAAAAAAF9s/RLyrXCFyuGY/s800/DSCN0229_r.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_lHM1sjxwws/UIRGTditw8I/AAAAAAAAF90/4V-ZVMEqtwM/s800/DSCN0231_r.jpg)
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Post by: MadPlumbarian on October 27, 2012, 04:21:12 PM
Post by: crackout on October 27, 2012, 04:30:26 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on October 27, 2012, 04:33:18 PM
I also made a Farmer with scissors, however I found that placing the scissors between blade and saw makes the nail groove on the blade a lot easier to access. It looks better too I think.Kool! Any pics? JR
Post by: crackout on October 27, 2012, 04:59:24 PM
(http://imageshack.us/a/img267/1342/p1010664t.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img849/1763/p1010665za.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img443/4955/p1010666t.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on October 27, 2012, 05:22:17 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on November 01, 2012, 02:52:21 AM
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/D4885BFC-420A-4181-AA12-3E7157590E66-3319-0000011D97A44CFF.jpg)
OD green and black tooled alox. With saw and file :). One of my last mods.
Post by: JAfromMn on November 01, 2012, 06:53:23 AM
She"s a Green and black beauty
Post by: crackout on November 02, 2012, 09:32:34 PM
Modded my trusty Compact today. Removed the keyring spacer for a flush one (donated by an Explorer) and replaced the Parcel Hook spring with a classic good ol' scissors spring. Combined with latest gen scissors, this creates an ultra snap. :angel:
Also, I finally have a flush spring on the back. The new springs with the backside tools are always recessed. I don't like this at all.
Post by: lowtech on November 02, 2012, 10:24:28 PM
Post by: crackout on November 02, 2012, 10:27:20 PM
I sent you an email btw. :angel:
Post by: Syph007 on November 02, 2012, 11:09:42 PM
Look how nice the back of the Wenger on the left looks.
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Wenger%20S557/IMG_2580.jpg)
Post by: Syph007 on November 03, 2012, 07:47:43 PM
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom071/IMG_4486.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom071/IMG_4490.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom071/IMG_4493.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom071/IMG_4499.jpg)
Post by: AHB on November 03, 2012, 08:15:30 PM
Compact with pliers and saw layer added. The only unusual part on this one is I put an awl where there is normally a fine screwdriver under the saw. I had to shave 0.015 inches off a liner so it would fit. Works fine though.Dang near the perfect EDC SAK.. :salute: Only needs a file and maybe alox scales and I would never need another SAK.. Great work.. :)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom071/IMG_4486.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom071/IMG_4490.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom071/IMG_4493.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom071/IMG_4499.jpg)
Post by: crackout on November 03, 2012, 08:50:05 PM
Just wanted to share my Alox trifecta. :angel:
Post by: nuphoria on November 03, 2012, 09:25:15 PM
Post by: enki_ck on November 04, 2012, 04:30:33 AM
... and I would never need another SAK.. Great work.. :)
Burn the heretic! (http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Smiley/pitchforks-1.gif)
Post by: enki_ck on November 04, 2012, 04:32:40 AM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 04, 2012, 05:52:48 AM
I second the metal file suggestion BTW. :)well it has a file, just not a large file, JR
Post by: crackout on November 05, 2012, 11:56:16 PM
(http://img22.imageshack.us/img22/2198/img0900jq.jpg)
Post by: WiSAKfan on November 06, 2012, 01:43:11 AM
where did you get them?
Post by: bodie on November 06, 2012, 04:09:05 AM
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/2012-11-03_18-10-37_697.jpg)
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/2012-11-03_18-08-32_127.jpg)
I really like this one a lot. It's my new EDC. I'm going to take it back apart to do some fine tuning (more snap) and then slap on a pair of black scales, since I got krazy glue on the translucent ones :oops:.
I also found a precision 40 piece Wiha bit set that works with the bit driver. I got a small neodymium magnet & krazy glued it in there to hold them in place. So far it's working surprisingly well :D I'm thinking about putting magnets in all the bit holders as well.
Edited to add:
+1 on the screws
crackout, that looks sweet. What does the other side look like or are they Chicago screws?
Post by: WiSAKfan on November 06, 2012, 04:46:24 AM
funny i was at home depot and saw a small precision set of drivers and wondered if they would fit...
i said it in your thread but again fantastic work.
this mod should make the scissors guys go bonkers,
any ideas for a name?
Post by: crackout on November 06, 2012, 09:59:44 AM
(http://i.ebayimg.com/t/20-Messing-Senkkopf-Schrauben-Gewindeschraube-M-4-/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/$T2eC16FHJGYE9nooiKUvBQNmLGybI!~~60_35.JPG)
Post by: WiSAKfan on November 06, 2012, 10:47:23 PM
i might have to order some of those and see how i like them
Post by: Syph007 on November 06, 2012, 11:46:59 PM
$30 for 100 of them.
(http://usaknifemaker.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/265x265/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/b/i/big_flathead_gold.jpg)
Post by: crackout on November 08, 2012, 12:51:53 PM
(http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/9452/img0905gh.jpg)
Post by: bodie on November 10, 2012, 11:22:22 PM
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/2012-11-10_17-07-25_4451.jpg)
any ideas for a name?
I got nothing so far. I guess technically it's not really a Swiss Army "Knife" anymore lol.
Post by: WiSAKfan on November 10, 2012, 11:43:58 PM
what else did you do besides change scales? (im trying to go back and forth from the old pic to new one)
Post by: bodie on November 11, 2012, 12:37:09 AM
That's basically the only thing I did... improve the snap and change the handles. I also scored the T6/T8 bit from Austria, which is perfect for my Spyderco :D
Post by: WiSAKfan on November 11, 2012, 01:12:22 AM
1) can you provide more info (and pics if possible) of the screws you found? i'd love to try tracking some down tomorrow
2) where did you get 2.2mm pin stock? i thought that was the holy grail of sizes and we were stuck sanding 2.5 (or 3/32) down?
thank you!
oh and what spyderco model is that?
Post by: crackout on November 11, 2012, 01:20:50 AM
I get my 2.2 brass pins from a model company named Modelcraft. They sell 2.2mm. :tu:
Post by: tattoosteve99 on November 11, 2012, 01:34:00 AM
Post by: bodie on November 11, 2012, 01:53:53 AM
couple questions for you bodie
1) can you provide more info (and pics if possible) of the screws you found? i'd love to try tracking some down tomorrow
2) where did you get 2.2mm pin stock? i thought that was the holy grail of sizes and we were stuck sanding 2.5 (or 3/32) down?
thank you!
oh and what spyderco model is that?
1) I ended up krazy gluing the handles on since I didn't think I'd be popping them back off. I found them at a store called Quality Hardware in Thomasville, NC. I'm not even sure what size they are. I just showed them the the scales of a SAK and asked them to help me find the closest thing that would fit. I originally only got them to temporarily put the knife back together to ensure that everything was working properly before putting the pins in. Then I realized that the scales would pop on and decided to just leave them. The side with the bolts was really tight. It took everything I had to mash them on with my fingers. When I put the black ones on I used a vice.
2) I got the 2.2 mm brass pins from rotokid: http://rotokid.sosakonline.com/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1 (http://rotokid.sosakonline.com/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1)
I'm probably going to go back to Quality Hardware sometime and see if I can find them again since they worked so well. If I'm able to get more I'll post some pictures and report the size. Best thing was they were only like .22 cent a piece.
Edited to add:
Almost missed that last part. It's a limited run Carbon Fiber Spyderco ParaMilitary 2. My favorite EDC knife. I wish I could get a back up, but the last one I saw on ebay was buy it now for 450 :O when the original MSRP was around 169 I think. I think they run at about $100 or so for the G10 version.
Post by: WiSAKfan on November 11, 2012, 05:27:41 PM
yeah that spyderco looks sweet!
Post by: nuphoria on November 11, 2012, 06:42:28 PM
Post by: GigaHz on November 11, 2012, 10:50:10 PM
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/CT28003.jpg)
Post by: WiSAKfan on November 12, 2012, 11:12:45 PM
couple questions for you bodie
1) can you provide more info (and pics if possible) of the screws you found? i'd love to try tracking some down tomorrow
2) where did you get 2.2mm pin stock? i thought that was the holy grail of sizes and we were stuck sanding 2.5 (or 3/32) down?
thank you!
hi
oh and what spyderco model is that?
1) I ended up krazy gluing the handles on since I didn't think I'd be popping them back off. I found them at a store called Quality Hardware in Thomasville, NC. I'm not even sure what size they are. I just showed them the the scales of a SAK and asked them to help me find the closest thing that would fit. I originally only got them to temporarily put the knife back together to ensure that everything was working properly before putting the pins in. Then I realized that the scales would pop on and decided to just leave them. The side with the bolts was really tight. It took everything I had to mash them on with my fingers. When I put the black ones on I used a vice.
2) I got the 2.2 mm brass pins from rotokid: http://rotokid.sosakonline.com/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1 (http://rotokid.sosakonline.com/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1)
I'm probably going to go back to Quality Hardware sometime and see if I can find them again since they worked so well. If I'm able to get more I'll post some pictures and report the size. Best thing was they were only like .22 cent a piece.
Edited to add:
Almost missed that last part. It's a limited run Carbon Fiber Spyderco ParaMilitary 2. My favorite EDC knife. I wish I could get a back up, but the last one I saw on ebay was buy it now for 450 :O when the original MSRP was around 169 I think. I think they run at about $100 or so for the G10 version.
hi again bodie, i walked down the hardware isle at home depot today looking for ideas:
did you buy screws or bolts?
Post by: bodie on November 14, 2012, 02:03:56 AM
Excellent work on the black CT - great set up. Can see it being very useful indeed :)
Thanks!
I have one too.
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/CT28003.jpg)
Yea, that one is pretty sweet. That's the one that inspired me to do my first mod, except I put in a serrated blade and left off the scissors. Then after some tinkering I realized I could replace the blade with scissors, which was perfect for me since I'm always carrying my Spyderco anyways :D
Quote from: WiSAKfan
hi again bodie, i walked down the hardware isle at home depot today looking for ideas:
did you buy screws or bolts?
It was a pan head style bolt.
it's def still a cybertool, maybe THE cybertool... :climber:
THE CyberTool. Haha, I like it. It has a nice ring to it. :tu:
Post by: WiSAKfan on November 14, 2012, 02:17:36 AM
i might have to start carrying a caliper around :whistle:
Post by: PTRSAK on November 18, 2012, 02:14:37 AM
Hi.
I have just finished the rebuilt of my GAK. I called it GAKL "Germany Army Knife Luxory" Only tools are original, the rest is brass and wood palisander. I need to polish it and then it will go to ebay. :think: Maybe...
(http://imageshack.us/a/img38/3982/gakl.jpg)
Well, they say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery so I must credit the above as the inspiration for the below...
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/Img_1242.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/Img_1216.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/Img_1208.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/Img_1231.jpg)
But I decided to do something different for the back side...
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/Img_1210.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/Img_1214.jpg)
The Runes are electro-chemically etched into the brass (well, they are in relief rather than being "into" the surface)
I decided to put them so they were upright when the blade was in use, but with 20/20 hindsight they would have looked better the other way up. C'est la vie.
The runes are "Lorem Ipsum" text in a Dwarfish_Runes.ttf font I found on the interweb.
I hope by some random chance it isn't a powerful spell to summon the dead or something :facepalm:
Post by: ironraven on November 18, 2012, 05:58:33 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/Img_1242.jpg)
Excuse me while I wipe my chin. An excellent example of the gentleman's knife.
I think something like this with copper and something like curly maple, or possibly even presentation blued steel and a good faux ivory.
Post by: Sidhartha on November 18, 2012, 11:46:34 AM
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on November 18, 2012, 12:35:59 PM
Here my first try in a one layer (blade and nail file) SAK screwed together.
(http://up.picr.de/12524751jr.jpg)
Post by: clickstop on November 18, 2012, 02:15:07 PM
Again great mods here, I'm impressed!
Here my first try in a one layer (blade and nail file) SAK screwed together.
(http://up.picr.de/12524751jr.jpg)
That's lovely. What wood did you use?
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on November 18, 2012, 02:32:18 PM
Post by: WiSAKfan on November 18, 2012, 04:52:07 PM
looks great.
edit are you concerned at all about possible cracking from the wood expanding/contracting from changes in humidity?
in Wisconsin, USA we deal with humid summers and dry winters, although i'm unaware how ebony handles these changes.
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on November 18, 2012, 06:13:13 PM
I used standard M 2 Torx screws, fastened with the help of brass tube and screw thread tapped by hand.
Ebony is very resistant to humidity changes by nature. Thats why it has a long history as knife handle material. But additionally I treat it with linseed oil which hardens after a while so that the wood is protected. Under normal circumstances no problems should arise. Under extreme conditions, I have no experiences. But I can change the handles, the advantage of fastening by screws.
Post by: WiSAKfan on November 18, 2012, 07:54:47 PM
time will tell.
i guess for extreme conditions having the wooden scales attached in the traditional cellidor hole manner and perhaps some glue would allow the wood more freedom for expanding/contracting.
Post by: tattoosteve99 on November 24, 2012, 03:46:52 AM
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/AEE59A4A-B43D-4A70-9CB2-78E8F1C2116F-2640-000000D8750E67F3.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/9FA2339A-A325-4ADF-AA5F-3E0E8B9BEB35-2640-000000D86B9725F1.jpg)
Enjoy!
Post by: JAfromMn on November 24, 2012, 03:54:30 AM
For your viewing pleasure. A better photo of orange cerakote.A masterpiece >:D
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/AEE59A4A-B43D-4A70-9CB2-78E8F1C2116F-2640-000000D8750E67F3.jpg)
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/9FA2339A-A325-4ADF-AA5F-3E0E8B9BEB35-2640-000000D86B9725F1.jpg)
Enjoy!
Awesome job Steve
Post by: nj2656 on November 24, 2012, 09:11:42 AM
Post by: Syph007 on November 24, 2012, 01:50:16 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on November 24, 2012, 03:47:23 PM
Damn, orange and black is a nice look. I've got the orange SAK fever now!Your welcome ;)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 24, 2012, 04:03:55 PM
Post by: Farmman on November 24, 2012, 04:53:04 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on November 24, 2012, 08:52:37 PM
Nice explorer Steve. How do you change the colour of the mag glass from grey? I have just done a set of walnut scales for mine and it would look better with the plastics In brown.Just dye. Suspend it over a low boil for about 30 minutes ;)
Post by: Farmman on November 24, 2012, 08:58:51 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on November 24, 2012, 09:46:38 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on November 25, 2012, 01:03:26 AM
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on November 26, 2012, 12:36:15 AM
(http://i763.photobucket.com/albums/xx271/hdoofenshmirtz/Forum%20Posts/IMG_0769.jpg)
It's got one issue, which is that I used the thinner blade from my newer Compact, instead of the thicker blade from the pre '05 Explorer I used for parts.
Can anyone tell me if it's possible to yank just the pin on that end of the knife, pull the blade out, and put the older blade in, then install a new pin? I'm not real thrilled about the idea of taking the whole thing apart again, and I wouldn't have enough bushings left over to do that anyway.
Any thoughts would be appreciated.
Post by: GigaHz on November 26, 2012, 12:44:49 AM
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on November 26, 2012, 04:45:49 AM
Cool. Yes I have done it. Sharpen the pin to a sharp point and oil it. Then push down on the parts or springs, when pushing the pin in.Cool! Sounds like a good idea. I think I'll try that before redoing the entire thing.
Oh, that reminds me... are the scissor thicknesses the same for the pre '05 models and the new models? I don't see any issue with the scissors layer right now, but I'm considering an entire re-do so I can put the old style scissors with the screw in, instead of the newer ones with the rivet. So, do you know if the older scissors are thicker than the newer ones, or are they the same?
Thanks again for the encouragement and advice! This is turning out to be a lot of fun! :D
Post by: Syph007 on November 26, 2012, 05:15:37 AM
Post by: Sidhartha on November 27, 2012, 05:25:23 AM
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC05880.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC05882.jpg)
(http://i865.photobucket.com/albums/ab214/sakoholic/sidmade%20Custom/DSC05886.jpg)
:cheers:
Post by: nuphoria on November 27, 2012, 10:09:08 AM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 27, 2012, 01:17:13 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on November 27, 2012, 01:27:15 PM
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Post by: Sparky415 on November 27, 2012, 07:53:52 PM
Great workmanship mate :)
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+1 Very nice :drool:
Post by: Sidhartha on November 29, 2012, 06:43:58 AM
Post by: HankSolon on November 29, 2012, 05:03:26 PM
Replaced corkscrew with phillips screw driver
Added can opener, crate opener, reamer, tooth pick, tweezers and a needle
Sorry for the bad quality of the fotos, I used my smartphone (and next time I will polish it before... maybe) ;)
(http://www.freeimagehosting.net/newuploads/hfxgq.jpg)
(http://www.freeimagehosting.net/newuploads/j2v83.jpg)
(http://www.freeimagehosting.net/newuploads/hff21.jpg)
(http://www.freeimagehosting.net/newuploads/jpi4l.jpg)
Post by: Mr. Whippy on November 29, 2012, 05:48:46 PM
This is my Victorinox Hunter OE (Outdoor Edition)
Replaced corkscrew with phillips screw driver
Added can opener, crate opener, reamer, tooth pick, tweezers and a needle
Sorry for the bad quality of the fotos, I used my smartphone (and next time I will polish it before... maybe) ;)
(http://www.freeimagehosting.net/newuploads/hfxgq.jpg)
(http://www.freeimagehosting.net/newuploads/j2v83.jpg)
(http://www.freeimagehosting.net/newuploads/hff21.jpg)
(http://www.freeimagehosting.net/newuploads/jpi4l.jpg)
You must be outside the US. The Hunters here have the backside phillips instead of a corkscrew (and sadly dark green dual density scales).
Post by: HankSolon on November 29, 2012, 07:28:53 PM
You must be outside the US. The Hunters here have the backside phillips instead of a corkscrew (and sadly dark green dual density scales).
Exactly. I bought this one:
http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Victorinox+Hunter+XT-CS (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Victorinox+Hunter+XT-CS) known as Victorinox Hunter XT here
And in the US you have this one:
http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Victorinox+Hunter+XT (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Victorinox+Hunter+XT)
Post by: WiSAKfan on November 29, 2012, 11:42:40 PM
This is my Victorinox Hunter OE (Outdoor Edition)
Replaced corkscrew with phillips screw driver
Added can opener, crate opener, reamer, tooth pick, tweezers and a needle
Sorry for the bad quality of the fotos, I used my smartphone (and next time I will polish it before... maybe) ;)
(http://www.freeimagehosting.net/newuploads/hfxgq.jpg)
(http://www.freeimagehosting.net/newuploads/j2v83.jpg)
(http://www.freeimagehosting.net/newuploads/hff21.jpg)
(http://www.freeimagehosting.net/newuploads/jpi4l.jpg)
looks great! looks like functional knife there.
does the can opener lock like the OHT or just a regular one like on the Hercules?
Post by: HankSolon on November 30, 2012, 12:19:39 AM
looks great! looks like functional knife there.
does the can opener lock like the OHT or just a regular one like on the Hercules?
Thank you. I really like it. It's a compromise between size and having all tools i basically need.
I used the layer with can opener, crate opener and reamer (including lock for blade and crate opener) of a 2008 Soldier knife http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Soldier+2008 (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Soldier+2008) it's like this here http://www.sakwiki.com/show_image.php?id=1062 (http://www.sakwiki.com/show_image.php?id=1062).
Post by: WiSAKfan on November 30, 2012, 12:44:52 AM
did you that swissbianco is now making clips for this model?
(http://swissbianco.ca/Newsletter/Images_NL1206/111mm_Clip2.jpg)
http://swissbiancocanada.com/Newsletter/SwissBianco_NL_2012_6.htm (http://swissbiancocanada.com/Newsletter/SwissBianco_NL_2012_6.htm)
Post by: ironraven on November 30, 2012, 01:24:53 AM
This is my Victorinox Hunter OE (Outdoor Edition)
Oh, hello, that is nice. For some reason I see that getting used well.
Post by: Northern Geek on November 30, 2012, 10:26:46 AM
nice! i like the added security of the locking bottle opener...
did you that swissbianco is now making clips for this model?
(http://swissbianco.ca/Newsletter/Images_NL1206/111mm_Clip2.jpg)
http://swissbiancocanada.com/Newsletter/SwissBianco_NL_2012_6.htm (http://swissbiancocanada.com/Newsletter/SwissBianco_NL_2012_6.htm)
I was checking these out a while back.. It kind of worries me that the scale might come off if you attach the knife to something with a clip like that?
Post by: Syph007 on November 30, 2012, 05:17:39 PM
nice! i like the added security of the locking bottle opener...
did you that swissbianco is now making clips for this model?
(http://swissbianco.ca/Newsletter/Images_NL1206/111mm_Clip2.jpg)
http://swissbiancocanada.com/Newsletter/SwissBianco_NL_2012_6.htm (http://swissbiancocanada.com/Newsletter/SwissBianco_NL_2012_6.htm)
I was checking these out a while back.. It kind of worries me that the scale might come off if you attach the knife to something with a clip like that?
Totally agree. That may work in short term, but I can't believe long term it wouldn't just pull the scale off. Now... if you had a metal plate inside like they use, but that the main rivet goes though, then this screws into it, that would be very strong.
Post by: tattoosteve99 on December 01, 2012, 12:02:30 AM
Post by: Syph007 on December 01, 2012, 12:53:55 AM
That's similar to the way I did the super soldier. But what I did was to drill and tap screw holes in the liner and used a threaded bushing as a spacer. Much tighter IMO and as far as I know it's still holding strong.
Oh right you did use a clip like that I forgot. If you got attached to a liner I would think that would be strong enough. :tu:
Post by: Gareth on December 01, 2012, 12:57:23 AM
Post by: bodie on December 01, 2012, 02:06:40 PM
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/20121130_205254.jpg)
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/20121130_204536.jpg)
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/20121130_205749.jpg)
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/Screenshot_2012-12-01-07-53-19.png)
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/20121130_204317.jpg)
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/20121201_074809.jpg)
It's basically a CyberTool 41 that is 2 layers thinner minus the blades and awl.
Post by: WoodMan on December 11, 2012, 05:45:06 AM
The blue scales were acquired from CVW via ebay. The Vic logo is on the cutout Phillips scale so they beg the question: are these fakes? On every knife I’ve seen, the logo is on the non-cutout side. These do have “Victorinox” stamped/molded in reverse relief on the inside of the tweezer slot.
Post by: WiSAKfan on December 11, 2012, 06:31:17 AM
Post by: lowtech on December 11, 2012, 09:36:36 AM
They are most likely not fakes.
Yellow scales for example are in most cases the wrong way round. There are no(t much) yellow vics that are not advertising ones.
Nice mod, btw.
Post by: crackout on December 12, 2012, 09:40:17 PM
(http://imageshack.us/a/img203/8935/p1010895x.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img35/543/p1010896z.jpg)
I had to do it twice to get the snap perfect. But now it's at the sweet spot. :D
This time I used a hand drill to remove the bushings, worked even better than with a drill press. ::)
Post by: nj2656 on December 12, 2012, 11:35:44 PM
Post by: WoodMan on December 13, 2012, 01:33:56 AM
Post by: WiSAKfan on December 13, 2012, 02:17:21 AM
Post by: WoodMan on December 13, 2012, 02:50:20 AM
looks great :salute:, how did you do the sak emblem??
Laser engraved.
Post by: TD90S on December 14, 2012, 11:28:48 PM
I took the saw from Huntsman, I disassembled CT34, made a longer rivets and put together... simple :salute:
But this is another masterpiece from hanes :ahhh
Farmer Ti FrameLock, RWL34 blade, CF :drool:
(http://imageshack.us/a/img805/8466/p1250081jpgbig.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img696/6727/p1250086jpgbig.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img850/2603/p1250100jpgbig.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img32/8953/p1250091jpgbig.jpg)
Anyone have contact info to get one of these made?
TIA
Post by: crackout on December 14, 2012, 11:48:17 PM
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8203/8270672292_1bf154ecec_z.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on December 15, 2012, 12:01:52 AM
Anyone have contact info to get one of these made?
TIA
Hi,
This was made by a Czech modder named Hanes. He's not a member here and Rahmed, hasn't been online in over a month to answer that question. I have this link to a Czech knife forum thread where Hanes posts his work. Maybe you could contact him through there. :think:
http://www.knife.cz/Default.aspx?tabid=53&g=posts&t=7101 (http://www.knife.cz/Default.aspx?tabid=53&g=posts&t=7101)
Post by: tattoosteve99 on December 15, 2012, 03:29:23 AM
Just scrolling through that link....drooling. Wow !!!
Anyone have contact info to get one of these made?
TIA
Hi,
This was made by a Czech modder named Hanes. He's not a member here and Rahmed, hasn't been online in over a month to answer that question. I have this link to a Czech knife forum thread where Hanes posts his work. Maybe you could contact him through there. :think:
http://www.knife.cz/Default.aspx?tabid=53&g=posts&t=7101 (http://www.knife.cz/Default.aspx?tabid=53&g=posts&t=7101)
Post by: WiSAKfan on December 15, 2012, 04:25:07 AM
(http://www.knife.cz/DesktopModules/YetAnotherForumDotNet/resource.ashx?a=66618)
I wonder if these are the same chicago screws that syph007 uses?
Post by: Syph007 on December 15, 2012, 05:42:41 AM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 15, 2012, 06:29:19 AM
After some fine tuning,I've been thinking for a few days now, why worry about having the Philips and what regular/ opener, to put on if you can have something even better such as this?? I wonder if it is posable to put it on a alox, and make it like this? JR
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/2012-11-10_17-07-25_4451.jpg)
I got nothing so far. I guess technically it's not really a Swiss Army "Knife" anymore lol.
[can opener----knife]
[-------scissors------]
[--screwdriver--set-]
[nail file----------saw]
Post by: papercut on December 15, 2012, 07:12:59 AM
probably easier on a 93mm frame though.
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 15, 2012, 04:35:00 PM
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?topic=35265.0 (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?topic=35265.0)That's pretty cool, but like you said, it would definitely be easier on a 93 frame! JR
probably easier on a 93mm frame though.
Post by: HankSolon on December 18, 2012, 09:18:58 PM
I originally wanted to extend this Special mechanic with an awl, but it would have been too fat for my jeans pocket. So I sadly, sadly discarded the idea.
Again photos made by mobile phone. Sorry for the bad quality.
Post by: Sparky415 on December 18, 2012, 11:12:29 PM
Nice work Hank :salute:
Post by: Gareth on December 19, 2012, 01:44:54 AM
Post by: HankSolon on December 19, 2012, 10:17:08 PM
Cutting the space for the ballpoint pen was something like pain in the ass. There was only 1-1.5mm left, before accidently cutting through the scales. My intention was, getting the ebony scales as flat as possible, and it worked. :tu:
Only one thing I was thinking about is: getting the original cross into the scales (not onto them). But I tried on some dummy ebony scales (actually damaged parts), but I never got a perfect result. (i have no laser nor CNC)
Post by: DumDum on December 20, 2012, 11:20:52 PM
(http://img835.imageshack.us/img835/4016/fotos2512.jpg)
Post by: WiSAKfan on December 20, 2012, 11:49:09 PM
Post by: nuphoria on December 21, 2012, 02:13:03 PM
Post by: radioactive_Man on December 22, 2012, 04:37:22 AM
This is a Victorinox Special Mechanic with Ebony Plus Scales (including needle and ballpoint pen).
I originally wanted to extend this Special mechanic with an awl, but it would have been too fat for my jeans pocket. So I sadly, sadly discarded the idea.
Again photos made by mobile phone. Sorry for the bad quality.
Nice looking scales. I wonder, has anybody ever tried to flip the pliers on a Mechanic? It always bothered me that they open towards the keychain ring, I feel like that should open away, like the main blade.
Post by: tattoosteve99 on December 24, 2012, 01:31:36 AM
That would require a special made opposite sided spring.This is a Victorinox Special Mechanic with Ebony Plus Scales (including needle and ballpoint pen).
I originally wanted to extend this Special mechanic with an awl, but it would have been too fat for my jeans pocket. So I sadly, sadly discarded the idea.
Again photos made by mobile phone. Sorry for the bad quality.
Nice looking scales. I wonder, has anybody ever tried to flip the pliers on a Mechanic? It always bothered me that they open towards the keychain ring, I feel like that should open away, like the main blade.
Post by: crackout on December 28, 2012, 04:26:22 PM
(http://img248.imageshack.us/img248/9872/p10109141m.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img96/4229/p10109131.jpg)
Lovely!
Post by: WiSAKfan on December 28, 2012, 04:32:22 PM
:salute:
Post by: nuphoria on December 28, 2012, 04:35:44 PM
Post by: oneho on December 28, 2012, 09:55:36 PM
So I finally listed my rebuilt GAK on eBay. If anyone is interested :), here is the link:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rebuilt-GAK-german-army-knife-Victorinox-manufactory-/221171122471?
(http://www.kudolani.com/noze/gakl.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on December 28, 2012, 11:05:16 PM
Lovely mod too :tu:
Post by: PTRSAK on December 31, 2012, 04:42:42 AM
Would probably do it differently if I make a second one, but it adds a bit of charm to an old battler.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20121231_124318_zpsc7b4ba96.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20121231_124346_zps07f9a198.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on December 31, 2012, 11:44:22 AM
Nice job on the bail :salute:
Post by: enki_ck on December 31, 2012, 02:36:44 PM
Nice job on the bail :salute:
+1 Good job there.
Post by: Syph007 on December 31, 2012, 03:48:14 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on December 31, 2012, 11:11:45 PM
Ya that bail looks nice to me. How would you do it differently?
This one is made of three pieces, the ends are 1/16 (1.5mm) plate and the 2mm rod is tight in slots cut in the end. It's hammered flat before being soldered so the joint does have some mechanical strength other than just the solder, but you can see the silver colour against the brass.
I'm going to try making one like this...
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/bail_zpsebdfd386.jpg)
the thick black line will be soldered, but with the short end grooved to fit around the rod I will be able to remove almost all of the visible solder and it doesn't have to be a strong joint because it won't be taking any great load.
It doesn't look it, but the hole in the middle is bigger than the rod. This was drawn to scale as a 2mm rod and hole for a 2.5mm pin.
Post by: lowtech on January 01, 2013, 07:11:56 PM
I tried a new finish on the scales of a beater Spartan that i use i mainly to pop of scales.
I used an old soldering iron to create a very grippy texture.
I think it´s called "stipling" in english.
It was a quick "proof of concept" rather than a well prepared job, so the edges are not defined clearly and the pattern is not very regulary (and i included some old dirt from the soldering iron´s tip...)
But the created finish is grippy and something i have not seen before on a SAK. you can use old, scarred and scratched scales, too.
I think if you carefully mark the outer edge or do the complete scale and use a nicely profiled, clean tip you can produce a nice, regular finish.
Excuse the bad pics.
BTW, i practiced peening a bit by making a 1-layer 91 (blades and corkscrew).
the peening was really nice and i managed not to damage any bushings, only to find out i placed the blades on the wrong ends... So i had a little more drilling practice, too.
I sharpened teh wire stripper in teh pictured beater SAK and think this is a nice and easy mod that will be made on my users. but I´ll sharpen teh side opposite the Nail nick next time. I used a Dremel with a diamond coated grinding bit.
Post by: HankSolon on January 02, 2013, 07:58:34 AM
I tweeked the can and bottle-opener a bit.
The cutting edge at the bottle opener was made whetting from both sides. That I wouldn't do again. One side is better (for skinning wires etc). The orange peeler is perfect. The originale straight shape is concave now and the edge is very sharp. I love it.
Post by: stealth007s on January 02, 2013, 08:46:26 AM
This is my EDC a very used Victorinox Spartan, now with ebony plus scales. (pen and needle added).
I tweeked the can and bottle-opener a bit.
The cutting edge at the bottle opener was made whetting from both sides. That I wouldn't do again. One side is better (for skinning wires etc). The orange peeler is perfect. The originale straight shape is concave now and the edge is very sharp. I love it.
Was it that difficult? :think: Great idea though :tu: Were both done using the whetting?
Post by: HankSolon on January 02, 2013, 09:44:52 AM
Was it that difficult? :think: Great idea though :tu: Were both done using the whetting?
It's quite easy. I used a proxxon and a whetting bit, after that some kind of long ceramic whetting stones to get it sharp. And yes, both where done using the whetting.
The point is, it's not useful whetting the bottle opener from both sides. Skinning wires is much more easy (for me), if I have an edge with a flat side, like that: |/
(instead of a traditional V-Shape: \/ ).
The idea with the bottle-opener I have seen in this forum before, but the can opener/orange-peeler mod is unique... maybe. I don't care, it's useful, that counts. :D
Post by: PTRSAK on January 02, 2013, 12:32:39 PM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130102_204116_zpsa172fee1.jpg)
Post by: Sidhartha on January 02, 2013, 06:11:39 PM
Post by: Gareth on January 02, 2013, 06:33:31 PM
This weekend i did some sorting an cleaning in my workshop and found some time to play around (it was more fun than cleaning...)
I tried a new finish on the scales of a beater Spartan that i use i mainly to pop of scales.
I used an old soldering iron to create a very grippy texture.
I think it´s called "stipling" in english.
It was a quick "proof of concept" rather than a well prepared job, so the edges are not defined clearly and the pattern is not very regulary (and i included some old dirt from the soldering iron´s tip...)
But the created finish is grippy and something i have not seen before on a SAK. you can use old, scarred and scratched scales, too.
I think if you carefully mark the outer edge or do the complete scale and use a nicely profiled, clean tip you can produce a nice, regular finish.
Excuse the bad pics.
BTW, i practiced peening a bit by making a 1-layer 91 (blades and corkscrew).
the peening was really nice and i managed not to damage any bushings, only to find out i placed the blades on the wrong ends... So i had a little more drilling practice, too.
I sharpened teh wire stripper in teh pictured beater SAK and think this is a nice and easy mod that will be made on my users. but I´ll sharpen teh side opposite the Nail nick next time. I used a Dremel with a diamond coated grinding bit.
I would call it "stippling" as well. Nice idea mate. :tu:
Post by: lowtech on January 02, 2013, 10:04:54 PM
I like the improved Grip so much that i will do a more elaborate Version of this scales.
I´ll clean teh tip of the soldering Iron, mark the outlines, take a seat in a well lit area and take some more time - And i´ll try to do better pics afterwards.
Post by: KTesh on January 03, 2013, 12:10:36 AM
Rather than wait for my "Plus" scales to arrive, I decided to mod my older (damaged) Ranger's scale to see if I could add the pen slot myself. I figure that if I messed it up, I could go ahead and get a replacement scale from Victorinox when I send it in.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8358/8338901589_c03a0e60d9.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ufobike/8338901589/)
A previous attempt to remove the scale (due to a large gap between the scale and the body plate) damaged the scale, so I've used poster putty (old and nasty as it was) to help hold the scale to the knife. I fixed the gap by boiling water, then putting the scale in for a few minutes, then bending it the opposite direction of the old bend, and "set" it by rinsing in cold water.
After removing the scale for the mod, I used hobby files, and a Xacto knife to cut the grove needed for the pen. It took a lot of test fits (is the "Plus" scale thicker than the original scale?) to get the scale to fit "flush" with the body. The scale is now very thin where the slot is.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8364/8338852367_10840c19f5.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ufobike/8338852367/)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8363/8338850867_ff3c3454b9.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ufobike/8338850867/) (http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8500/8338850335_fb5887dc97.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ufobike/8338850335/)
Pleased with the results, I swapped the scale of my newer Ranger model knife. Even though the results aren't as clean as a factory made one, I think that it is suitable for weapons load testing (read "good enough for government work")(sorry, I was a 462 in the USAF (RAF Upper Heyford UK, '88-'90)).
Weapons!
K'Tesh
Post by: stealth007s on January 03, 2013, 12:17:12 AM
Please forgive this cross post... I didn't discover this subforum until after I posted in the Swiss forum.
Rather than wait for my "Plus" scales to arrive, I decided to mod my older (damaged) Ranger's scale to see if I could add the pen slot myself. I figure that if I messed it up, I could go ahead and get a replacement scale from Victorinox when I send it in.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8358/8338901589_c03a0e60d9.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ufobike/8338901589/)
A previous attempt to remove the scale (due to a large gap between the scale and the body plate) damaged the scale, so I've used poster putty (old and nasty as it was) to help hold the scale to the knife. I fixed the gap by boiling water, then putting the scale in for a few minutes, then bending it the opposite direction of the old bend, and "set" it by rinsing in cold water.
After removing the scale for the mod, I used hobby files, and a Xacto knife to cut the grove needed for the pen. It took a lot of test fits (is the "Plus" scale thicker than the original scale?) to get the scale to fit "flush" with the body. The scale is now very thin where the slot is.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8364/8338852367_10840c19f5.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ufobike/8338852367/)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8363/8338850867_ff3c3454b9.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ufobike/8338850867/) (http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8500/8338850335_fb5887dc97.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ufobike/8338850335/)
Pleased with the results, I swapped the scale of my newer Ranger model knife. Even though the results aren't as clean as a factory made one, I think that it is suitable for weapons load testing (read "good enough for government work")(sorry, I was a 462 in the USAF (RAF Upper Heyford UK, '88-'90)).
Weapons!
K'Tesh
Looks like that worked well for you K'Tesh. Very nice!¡!
Post by: PTRSAK on January 04, 2013, 02:03:34 PM
still a work in progress... The Aloxplorer
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130102_204116_zpsa172fee1.jpg)
Progressed to completion
Standard explorer for comparison
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130104_225208_zps2fb473d1.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130104_225145_zpscbf534e3.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130104_225125_zps0444c160.jpg)
Post by: tattoosteve99 on January 04, 2013, 10:17:33 PM
That's lovely :tu: Now all you need to do is anodize it :).still a work in progress... The Aloxplorer
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130102_204116_zpsa172fee1.jpg)
Progressed to completion
Standard explorer for comparison
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130104_225208_zps2fb473d1.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130104_225145_zpscbf534e3.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130104_225125_zps0444c160.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on January 04, 2013, 11:46:27 PM
Post by: papercut on January 05, 2013, 01:58:13 AM
Post by: PTRSAK on January 05, 2013, 05:18:05 AM
I also rounded the ends and continues the grooves around the curve, I really like the way that looks, and with the highly polished surface it kinda looks like a SAK that Agent K would carry. J would have to have something "New & Hot".. maybe one in CF.
Guess if this one finds its way onto eBay it will be described as a Men in Black styled Swiss Army Knife. :)
Post by: nuphoria on January 05, 2013, 06:23:49 AM
Post by: lowtech on January 05, 2013, 10:12:09 AM
Reminds me of Rimowa Suitcases or an Airstream Trailer somehow.
Post by: Steinar on January 05, 2013, 07:56:37 PM
I like the ribbed aluminium scales!
Reminds me of Rimowa Suitcases or an Airstream Trailer somehow.
That was my thought as well. Awesome knife.
Post by: PTRSAK on January 05, 2013, 10:10:24 PM
Post by: stealth007s on January 06, 2013, 08:15:43 AM
Actually the Airstream thing did occur to me too, but I couldn't remember the name of them.
That was my first thought when I saw it too :tu:
Post by: lowtech on January 06, 2013, 12:20:04 PM
Post by: bodie on January 06, 2013, 08:14:27 PM
couple questions for you bodie
1) can you provide more info (and pics if possible) of the screws you found? i'd love to try tracking some down tomorrow
2) where did you get 2.2mm pin stock? i thought that was the holy grail of sizes and we were stuck sanding 2.5 (or 3/32) down?
thank you!
oh and what spyderco model is that?
That local store didn't have anymore of the ones I got the first time around :( On my last mod I ended up ordering some 2-56 and 3-48 bolts from newegg and it worked out ok. The side with the nuts actually just press on like normal (with a great deal of force). You can see in the picture below where the inside of the scale took the shape of the bolt. On the other side I had to use krazy glue on the bolt heads to keep the scale on. The snap in the tools is still excellent. Oh, and to give the pin enough room to slide into the scale I had to file down one of the nuts using a dremel.
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/20130101_070858_zps2523425f.jpg)
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/20130101_071035_zpsb8efb4c3.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on January 06, 2013, 08:19:49 PM
Post by: WiSAKfan on January 06, 2013, 08:35:00 PM
couple questions for you bodie
1) can you provide more info (and pics if possible) of the screws you found? i'd love to try tracking some down tomorrow
2) where did you get 2.2mm pin stock? i thought that was the holy grail of sizes and we were stuck sanding 2.5 (or 3/32) down?
thank you!
oh and what spyderco model is that?
That local store didn't have anymore of the ones I got the first time around :( On my last mod I ended up ordering some 2-56 and 3-48 bolts from newegg and it worked out ok. The side with the nuts actually just press on like normal (with a great deal of force). You can see in the picture below where the inside of the scale took the shape of the bolt. On the other side I had to use krazy glue on the bolt heads to keep the scale on. The snap in the tools is still excellent. Oh, and to give the pin enough room to slide into the scale I had to file down one of the nuts using a dremel.
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/20130101_070858_zps2523425f.jpg)
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/20130101_071035_zpsb8efb4c3.jpg)
did you end up cutting the bolts lengthwise to fit??
thank you for the pics and the follow up, i appreciate it. I'm thinking of heading to a hobby store in town and seeing what they have
excellent work.
anything new up your sleeves?
Post by: nuphoria on January 06, 2013, 09:34:45 PM
Don't see why they can't be modded by any means which works :)
Post by: WiSAKfan on January 06, 2013, 10:16:35 PM
the local ace hardware had 2-56 and 3-48 but not even close to long enough. got the lead on a place that is open mon-fri
ace did have a nice selection of saks that i didn't see until today, they had a pretty diverse selection including explorer, compact, a few 111mm slide locking, and accessories...I picked up a new 91mm pen.
Post by: crackout on January 06, 2013, 11:15:25 PM
Did you notice any change in the folding behaviour of the tools?
Post by: WiSAKfan on January 06, 2013, 11:22:55 PM
So these are screws with threading over the entire length?
Did you notice any change in the folding behaviour of the tools?
that would be the one issue i'm guessing, where the chicago screws that synth007 uses where would be more appropriate
bodie do you have a caliper and could measure the bolts you used?
Post by: WiSAKfan on January 07, 2013, 05:06:35 PM
couple questions for you bodie
1) can you provide more info (and pics if possible) of the screws you found? i'd love to try tracking some down tomorrow
2) where did you get 2.2mm pin stock? i thought that was the holy grail of sizes and we were stuck sanding 2.5 (or 3/32) down?
thank you!
oh and what spyderco model is that?
That local store didn't have anymore of the ones I got the first time around :( On my last mod I ended up ordering some 2-56 and 3-48 bolts from newegg and it worked out ok. The side with the nuts actually just press on like normal (with a great deal of force). You can see in the picture below where the inside of the scale took the shape of the bolt. On the other side I had to use krazy glue on the bolt heads to keep the scale on. The snap in the tools is still excellent. Oh, and to give the pin enough room to slide into the scale I had to file down one of the nuts using a dremel.
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/20130101_070858_zps2523425f.jpg)
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/20130101_071035_zpsb8efb4c3.jpg)
I had an idea that you could get a certain length bolt and then zip off head and use a nut on either side and then the scale wouldn't have to be glued on the head side.
I didn't know exactly what the 2 or the 3 meant in terms of diameter in the 2-56 or 3-48 so after some searching i found this equation:
diameter = (number) * 0.013 + 0.060 that gives you the diameter in inches.
so for the 3 it is .099" or 2.5146mm
so for the 2 it is .086" or 2.1844mm
very close to what we need for pin stock diameter.
i'll be checking out a place called fastenal in town here for some bolts of this size to try them out.
thanks again bodie for posting more info.
Post by: crackout on January 07, 2013, 07:23:39 PM
Post by: WiSAKfan on January 07, 2013, 10:05:14 PM
but found some 3/4" ones in both sizes at menards.
that size should fit for some of my mod ideas but I'll need some longer ones for another idea
Post by: bodie on January 09, 2013, 01:25:54 PM
Those are cool :drool: I've never seen anyone do it like this before. Very imaginative :tu:
Very clever :tu:
Don't see why they can't be modded by any means which works :)
Thanks!
did you end up cutting the bolts lengthwise to fit??
thank you for the pics and the follow up, i appreciate it. I'm thinking of heading to a hobby store in town and seeing what they have
excellent work.
anything new up your sleeves?
No problem. Yea, I put the nuts on and then used a thin pair of wire cutters to cut them as close to the nut as possible. I had to file one down to make it flush. Two of the bolts were only an inch long and barely fit through. It worked out great though because I didn't have to cuts those two. They came out flush all on their own :D This mod turned out so well that's it's become my EDC so nothing new up my sleeves, for now... >:D
So these are screws with threading over the entire length?
Did you notice any change in the folding behaviour of the tools?
Yes. No change and everything is still snappy so far, but I'll keep an eye out. The only tool that has problems sometimes is the saw blade, but that's because of the limited room it has (I have a saw/combo tool layer). So if it doesn't line up perfectly it won't snap closed because it will catch the liner. I could probably fix it by shaving a little off of the tip of the saw tool, but I don't use it that much so I've just left it as is so far.
that would be the one issue i'm guessing, where the chicago screws that synth007 uses where would be more appropriate
bodie do you have a caliper and could measure the bolts you used?
No caliper :(
I looked forever for chicago screws, but never could find the right diameter :( I would love to get my hands on some of those...
Post by: papercut on January 09, 2013, 02:13:20 PM
Post by: bodie on January 09, 2013, 02:35:29 PM
I just ordered some custom metric threaded pivot barrels of 2.2, 2.5, and 3.0mm (each 26mm long). Hopefully they willi fit perfectly!
Nice! :tu:
Who is doing the custom work if you don't mind me asking?
Post by: papercut on January 09, 2013, 03:48:40 PM
Cheers
Post by: Syph007 on January 09, 2013, 05:01:27 PM
I'm curious to know how your order works out. What the tolerances are on the pivots etc. As in variance over a sample of say 20.
Post by: Rahmed on January 09, 2013, 10:31:29 PM
Some of my latest 8)
Pioneer S+ Black
(http://imageshack.us/a/img593/4611/p1150133.jpg)
ElectroTool
(http://imageshack.us/a/img217/7656/p1150182t.jpg)
YeoSaw
(http://imageshack.us/a/img651/3972/p1150183i.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img9/9521/p1150185.jpg)
WorkChamp LOH
(http://imageshack.us/a/img705/8789/p1150202.jpg)
Dark-Mud-Millennial-Oak Nomad
(http://imageshack.us/a/img404/7976/p1150296.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img255/8154/p1150302.jpg)
Voyageur Orange, Red Alox Executive, RamblerFlash Orange...
(http://imageshack.us/a/img846/7352/p1150243.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on January 09, 2013, 10:41:50 PM
Great to see you back and some lovely SAKs you've been keeping yourself busy with. :cheers:
Post by: nuphoria on January 09, 2013, 11:02:06 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on January 09, 2013, 11:25:19 PM
Post by: crackout on January 09, 2013, 11:27:29 PM
I was thinking about adding a USB-layer to my Alox Rambler as well. Anything to consider there?
Post by: WiSAKfan on January 10, 2013, 12:53:02 AM
wow very impressive bunch.
humbling :climber:
Post by: WiSAKfan on January 10, 2013, 04:12:18 AM
(http://i48.tinypic.com/344t5s6.jpg)
i like the process and actually messed up the corkscrew and had to take it apart and put it back together.
Post by: Santos on January 10, 2013, 05:47:19 AM
I just ordered some custom metric threaded pivot barrels of 2.2, 2.5, and 3.0mm (each 26mm long). Hopefully they willi fit perfectly!
if they work out plaease start selling to the rest of us. 2.5 and 2.2mmm would really breakopen the modding community
Post by: WiSAKfan on January 10, 2013, 11:08:45 PM
(http://i50.tinypic.com/vih9iq.jpg)
this is my edc for my work pants
Post by: papercut on January 11, 2013, 02:31:58 AM
Post by: WiSAKfan on January 11, 2013, 03:22:43 AM
i have the saw in place of the big blade, and yes the electrician blade is in that layer.
i did this mod with a file as big blade too:
(http://i47.tinypic.com/2qwq7pj.jpg)
i like the longer phillips. I use the phillips alot.
I always have a different blade (mostly utility) on me so SAK blade doesn't see much use.
here is the link
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,40375.msg646613.html#msg646613
Post by: papercut on January 11, 2013, 05:25:45 PM
Cheers
Post by: WiSAKfan on January 11, 2013, 07:30:40 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on January 13, 2013, 12:13:23 PM
The Aussie Mini-Champ (two bottle openers on flat and Phillips combo tools)
More pic's in The Victorinox-Wenger Horn Handles thread.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130113_183553_zpse17659d8.jpg)
... and the Six-shooter Spartan, latest in the Brass Scales series.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130113_201824_zps003e46d9.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130113_201934_zps3733d56d.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130113_201946_zps72234a57.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130113_201953_zpsab10c5a0.jpg)
Post by: Sidhartha on January 13, 2013, 07:15:55 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on January 14, 2013, 06:13:33 AM
Post by: papercut on January 14, 2013, 06:49:36 AM
I thought ye olde barreled projectile machines were not too allowed anymore way down under. Where did you get the 38 casings?
You naughty boy...
Post by: PTRSAK on January 14, 2013, 01:14:13 PM
I have about 800 brass and 500 nickel plated 38spl cases left over from my Pistol club days. Somewhere I have a bunch of 44MAG too.
The 9mm and 45ACP brass all went in the bin several years ago.
I'm planning on doing several different calibers of these knives, I have a bunch of used Spartans who's tools polish up okay but have dud scales.
I think the gun club boys will like them. Next will be a rifle cartridge, 303-British should be popular.
Also got cases for 45-70 GOVT, 300 WINMAG. 308WIN, 458WIN, 6.5x55 Swedish, 22-250REM and several other randoms that I picked up at the range last week.
Post by: papercut on January 14, 2013, 03:40:32 PM
Cheers
Post by: Syph007 on February 05, 2013, 08:39:24 PM
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom094/IMG_5601_zps4117e249.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom094/IMG_5599_zps3a591abf.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom094/IMG_5595_zpsc7d259f9.jpg)
Post by: jrp316 on February 05, 2013, 08:46:01 PM
Post by: vol7 on February 05, 2013, 09:54:17 PM
I have a small problem with my SAK mod... I saw mods from Syph007, and I realy enjoy two openers in one layer with phillips... But, when i tried it, the spring from layer with philips and magnifying glass was to thin for 2 openers. How you solved that problem, 'couse I cannot find it...
And I forgive me my boldness, but I want to share with you my first mod:
Victorinox Ultimate
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-_VNOVizGGAo/UQ_D85rVR6I/AAAAAAAABNY/YE1W2bodklI/s640/DSCF6667.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8aboUgf5sv8/UQ_D-MXnZFI/AAAAAAAABNg/hm0S94K9TUM/s640/DSCF6670.JPG)
Assembled from Cybertool 34 and Swisschamp.
I know that philips is doubled, but i couldn't find the way to put two openers in one layer with magnifying glass.
I hope you like it.
vol
Post by: jrp316 on February 05, 2013, 10:08:38 PM
Post by: WiSAKfan on February 05, 2013, 10:58:35 PM
A different sort of cellidor mod today. A user wanted a two layer mechanic with awl in place of phillips. I used the inner liner as an outer liner for the front side so the pliers rivet did not hit the scale. The awl needed a very tiny washer made for it as well, but it all worked out just fine.
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom094/IMG_5601_zps4117e249.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom094/IMG_5599_zps3a591abf.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom094/IMG_5595_zpsc7d259f9.jpg)
is the washer needed for the proper snap? I've tried putting an awl there like that with no washer and the snap on the blade wasn't right...
Post by: Syph007 on February 05, 2013, 11:50:10 PM
is the washer needed for the proper snap? I've tried putting an awl there like that with no washer and the snap on the blade wasn't right...
Ya it didnt sit quite right until I did add the washer. 0.015" thick and very tiny around, but I got it made ok and in there.
Post by: nuphoria on February 05, 2013, 11:56:13 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on February 06, 2013, 12:01:18 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130206_073103_zps61978b88.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130206_073320_zps8b2cb34f.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130206_073244_zps772ddde0.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130206_073207_zpsa955ed24.jpg)
Post by: Syph007 on February 06, 2013, 12:28:25 AM
I'm new here so - hello everyone :) Greetings from Cracow, Poland!
I have a small problem with my SAK mod... I saw mods from Syph007, and I realy enjoy two openers in one layer with phillips... But, when i tried it, the spring from layer with philips and magnifying glass was to thin for 2 openers. How you solved that problem, 'couse I cannot find it...
Hi welcome! That mod I do with the openers uses two opener springs, that way each opener is sprung independantly, and the phillips needs washers on each side to sit tightly. I have not tried it on a 91mm SAK though, but it should work too, some reshaping might be needed for the springs.
Post by: Syph007 on February 06, 2013, 12:31:50 AM
First Alox mod. Explorer+Electrician+Pioneer Solo+Pioneer Harvester+handmade liners=Alox Explorer. (and a pile of leftovers)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130206_073103_zps61978b88.jpg)
Your rivet job looks nice!
When I put a mag glass on I sand down around the entire outside so it sits a bit lower. If it bugs you sticking up that is. :tu:
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom070/IMG_4466.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom070/IMG_4465.jpg)
Post by: PTRSAK on February 06, 2013, 12:48:26 AM
But it was always done as a learning exercise and I have learned from it, so "job done".
Post by: WiSAKfan on February 06, 2013, 03:25:07 AM
Post by: Syph007 on February 07, 2013, 04:57:11 PM
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom096/IMG_5631_zpse28868ab.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom096/IMG_5637_zpsf6a6dd6b.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom096/IMG_5639_zpsc6caab2d.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom096/IMG_5641_zpse739e2f8.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom096/IMG_5644_zpsc1ecdddb.jpg)
Post by: jrp316 on February 07, 2013, 05:14:00 PM
Very nice mod, as always. I've been running through this thread trying to get some inspiration for my first mod; I've all but ditched the Explorer w/ pliers and a combo tool idea (the combo and mag glass don't appeal much to me). I'm thinking perhaps an alox Executive now.
Post by: enki_ck on February 07, 2013, 07:10:32 PM
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom070/IMG_4465.jpg)
This picture always makes me :drool: . Stax's, right?
Post by: enki_ck on February 07, 2013, 07:13:33 PM
I'm new here so - hello everyone :) Greetings from Cracow, Poland!
I have a small problem with my SAK mod... I saw mods from Syph007, and I realy enjoy two openers in one layer with phillips... But, when i tried it, the spring from layer with philips and magnifying glass was to thin for 2 openers. How you solved that problem, 'couse I cannot find it...
And I forgive me my boldness, but I want to share with you my first mod:
Victorinox Ultimate
..
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8aboUgf5sv8/UQ_D-MXnZFI/AAAAAAAABNg/hm0S94K9TUM/s640/DSCF6670.JPG)
Assembled from Cybertool 34 and Swisschamp.
I know that philips is doubled, but i couldn't find the way to put two openers in one layer with magnifying glass.
I hope you like it.
vol
I do like it :tu:
And welcome to the forum. :cheers:
Post by: Syph007 on February 07, 2013, 07:24:18 PM
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom070/IMG_4465.jpg)
This picture always makes me :drool: . Stax's, right?
Yep... that one was one of my favorites too! I will make one for my collection at some point!
Post by: crackout on February 07, 2013, 07:27:53 PM
Yep... that one was one of my favorites too! I will make one for my collection at some point!
You used a blade layer spring for the phillips layer, didn't you?
Post by: Syph007 on February 07, 2013, 07:29:14 PM
Yep... that one was one of my favorites too! I will make one for my collection at some point!
You used a blade layer spring for the phillips layer, didn't you?
Yep, but now Id probably grind one of my custom springs down to use, so I didnt have to 'use up' another alox sak for the spring. I suppose a solo spring would be fine too if the other end was ground to the right shape.
Post by: crackout on February 07, 2013, 08:16:15 PM
Post by: vol7 on February 09, 2013, 10:02:16 PM
I wonder, if I can switch small blade in 91mm SAK for a 93mm reamer (is that a right term for that thing where the small blade is in 91mm SAK?). Then customize 2 springs (syph007 you did something like that, didn't you?) from 93mm to fit in 91mm and put there 2 openners and magnifying glass...
Does anyone have some spare parts:
- 2 springs from alox's openers layer
- magnifying glass (that grey, from witch you can take out the lens)
- alox "reamer"
vol
Post by: crackout on February 10, 2013, 02:57:07 PM
(http://img547.imageshack.us/img547/5572/img0120h.jpg)
Post by: jrp316 on February 10, 2013, 03:14:50 PM
I did some painting today. :D
(http://img547.imageshack.us/img547/5572/img0120h.jpg)
Now that, friends and neighbors, is what we call "sweet looking".
Post by: Grumpy on February 10, 2013, 04:03:35 PM
Post by: enki_ck on February 10, 2013, 05:13:18 PM
I did some painting today. :D
http://img547.imageshack.us/img547/5572/img0120h.jpg
What paint did you use? How do you think it will stand up to wear?
Post by: crackout on February 10, 2013, 05:20:37 PM
Not sure on the wear aspect. Time will tell. :)
Post by: Wootz on February 10, 2013, 05:25:50 PM
You could cover the shield with a thin layer of clear superglue.
Post by: PTRSAK on February 11, 2013, 12:43:39 PM
Post by: kirk13 on February 11, 2013, 05:47:43 PM
Post by: Taxi Dad on February 11, 2013, 05:52:38 PM
:ahhh
and how many fingers have you got left John ? :whistle:
Post by: kirk13 on February 11, 2013, 05:55:44 PM
pictures ?
:ahhh
and how many fingers have you got left John ? :whistle:
More than I expected Michael!
Pix coming soon...
Post by: Sparky415 on February 11, 2013, 09:16:34 PM
pictures ?
:ahhh
and how many fingers have you got left John ? :whistle:
More than I expected Michael!
Pix coming soon...
:popcorn:
:D
Post by: enki_ck on February 11, 2013, 09:17:40 PM
Post by: stealth007s on February 12, 2013, 12:49:47 AM
I did some painting today. :D
(http://img547.imageshack.us/img547/5572/img0120h.jpg)
I really like the reflection of the painting off the glass table and at the end of the SAK :tu:
Post by: PTRSAK on February 12, 2013, 01:10:50 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130212_093803_zpsced26cc7.jpg)
Incomplete... still tuning the fit of the scissors layer.
Post by: Syph007 on February 12, 2013, 01:12:42 AM
Double-Recruit with Plain, Serrated and Small Blades, Nail-file, Openers (including 90o stop Caplifter and Scissors.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130212_093803_zpsced26cc7.jpg)
Incomplete... still tuning the fit of the scissors layer.
Looking good! Can't go wrong with dual blades!
Post by: kirk13 on February 12, 2013, 01:38:47 AM
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image_zps48e7ff17.jpg)
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image_zps95d5e3ea.jpg)
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image_zpsff679a1f.jpg)
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image_zps5ddbe315.jpg)
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image_zpsebcfc6d3.jpg)
Is this the ultimate urban SAK?
Post by: WiSAKfan on February 12, 2013, 02:37:59 AM
Double-Recruit with Plain, Serrated and Small Blades, Nail-file, Openers (including 90o stop Caplifter and Scissors.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130212_093803_zpsced26cc7.jpg)
Incomplete... still tuning the fit of the scissors layer.
can you take any pics of it closed from the top down please??
Post by: PTRSAK on February 12, 2013, 04:08:47 AM
I'm pretty happy with the order of the tool layers, having the scissors between the two blades means that all the nail nicks are accessible. Even the nail-file which falls in line with the joint of the scissors and once they (scissors) are fine tuned they will sit a little lower too.
Post by: WiSAKfan on February 12, 2013, 04:34:01 AM
Post by: PTRSAK on February 12, 2013, 04:37:22 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130212_132620_zpse916e91f.jpg)
Vic91mm frame, Wenger main and small blades, Wenger Nail-file, Vic Combo tool. Backside Phillips and Awl.
Post by: Santos on February 12, 2013, 07:43:58 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130212_125602_zpsbe10fb6e.jpg)
I'm pretty happy with the order of the tool layers, having the scissors between the two blades means that all the nail nicks are accessible. Even the nail-file which falls in line with the joint of the scissors and once they (scissors) are fine tuned they will sit a little lower too. i think trialed built it like that once.
The other way to do it is to flip/invert the knife blade and combo tool
some kind of crazy mutant....
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130212_132620_zpse916e91f.jpg)
Vic91mm frame, Wenger main and small blades, Wenger Nail-file, Vic Combo tool. Backside Phillips and Awl.
is the small blade nailnick a little low?
Post by: PTRSAK on February 12, 2013, 09:36:41 AM
is the small blade nailnick a little low?
yes, a little... I could probably adjust that by stoning a little off the heel of the blade tang. But the mutant was just me messing around with some parts from the junk box. Got to try crazy things now and then... you never know what you might find.
Post by: Ombudsman on February 12, 2013, 10:15:36 AM
Presenting my new LightCyber!
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image_zps48e7ff17.jpg)
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image_zps95d5e3ea.jpg)
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image_zpsff679a1f.jpg)
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image_zps5ddbe315.jpg)
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image_zpsebcfc6d3.jpg)
Is this the ultimate urban SAK?
Wow ! :o that would be my perfect SAK ! :drool: great name also :tu:
Post by: enki_ck on February 12, 2013, 06:49:45 PM
Post by: kirk13 on February 12, 2013, 10:25:07 PM
Post by: lowtech on February 13, 2013, 09:32:18 AM
Why did you choose the blunt tip knife, does it have a specific use or did you just happen to have it?
Post by: kirk13 on February 13, 2013, 11:22:47 AM
That´s about what i plan for my Cybertool, but i want to add the metal file.
Why did you choose the blunt tip knife, does it have a specific use or did you just happen to have it?
I've been kicking around the idea of a city friendly SAK for ages.I'd initially planned to either do a Cyber Yeoman,or a butter knifed Yeoman.I then realised that 2SAKs are better than one.The LiteCyber has the most used components from the CT39,and covers most uses,but stays realitively slim.Plus,in Londons ever growing knife paranoia,the butter knife is more sheeple friendly.
The Yeoman comes next.I had thought about the metal file,but while I really like it,I've never really used one!
Post by: Gareth on February 13, 2013, 06:52:46 PM
:jedi:
Post by: lowtech on February 13, 2013, 07:13:57 PM
I use the file on my Gerberr ATM but i think the one in a SAK will be nicer to handle in small spaces.
Post by: stealth007s on February 14, 2013, 12:12:34 AM
I've been kicking around the idea of a city friendly SAK for ages.I'd initially planned to either do a Cyber Yeoman,or a butter knifed Yeoman.I then realised that 2SAKs are better than one.The LiteCyber has the most used components from the CT39,and covers most uses,but stays realitively slim.Plus,in Londons ever growing knife paranoia,the butter knife is more sheeple friendly.
The Yeoman comes next.I had thought about the metal file,but while I really like it,I've never really used one!
That's a good one John, sheeple
Post by: kirk13 on February 14, 2013, 12:54:10 AM
Post by: AimlessWanderer on February 14, 2013, 09:24:59 AM
Post by: kirk13 on February 14, 2013, 04:26:48 PM
Nice work John :tu:
Cheers :salute:
It's been earning its keep at work today!
Post by: DumDum on February 14, 2013, 09:47:08 PM
(http://img716.imageshack.us/img716/1629/fotki15994.jpg)
(http://img850.imageshack.us/img850/4484/fotki15996.jpg)
(http://img407.imageshack.us/img407/246/fotki15998.jpg)
Post by: jrp316 on February 15, 2013, 04:56:53 AM
The pics look like they were taken with a potato, so I'll give a brief description: it's an orange Victorinox Slim combined with tools donated by a Mini Champ. I installed scissors, combo tool with Phillips head, nail file and screwdriver/ruler combo. Here we go:
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/knives/IMG_20130214_224135_zps59b76fab.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/knives/IMG_20130214_224218_zps13f4a1d8.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/knives/IMG_20130214_224233_zps58e29e7b.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on February 15, 2013, 02:03:08 PM
Post by: jrp316 on February 16, 2013, 05:40:20 PM
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/knives/IMG_20130216_112614_zps74c33234.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/knives/IMG_20130216_111753_zpseb4f124e.jpg)
Post by: PTRSAK on February 17, 2013, 09:14:25 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130217_174751_zps3a238c60.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130217_174645_zps20b4182c.jpg)
cracks, knots and voids are all "features" of burl, but for some reason they show up much more clearly than the grain in photos. :rant:
Post by: Santos on February 17, 2013, 12:02:05 PM
Post by: nuphoria on February 17, 2013, 12:48:18 PM
Post by: enki_ck on February 17, 2013, 02:10:36 PM
Post by: Rahmed on February 17, 2013, 02:41:11 PM
I have made something black into my pocket - CT Monteur 8)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img171/4201/p1150466.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img855/5792/p1150467.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img189/9971/p1150465.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on February 17, 2013, 03:03:53 PM
Post by: Rahmed on February 17, 2013, 03:28:02 PM
If there was no back tools blade spring (like Bantam), I would use it too :salute:
(http://imageshack.us/a/img801/4962/p1150468e.jpg)
Post by: sawman on February 17, 2013, 03:34:35 PM
A classy looking Waiter (even if I do say so myself)That shows the most beautiful grain and features I think I've seen in any wood scale SAK. :drool:
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130217_174751_zps3a238c60.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130217_174645_zps20b4182c.jpg)
cracks, knots and voids are all "features" of burl, but for some reason they show up much more clearly than the grain in photos. :rant:
Post by: enki_ck on February 17, 2013, 04:27:32 PM
Thanks :) Don't use them almost... and now it's pure for me :angel:
If there was no back tools blade spring (like Bantam), I would use it too :salute:
(http://imageshack.us/a/img801/4962/p1150468e.jpg)
I quite like it like that. :tu: The corkscrew is the only backtool I actually use.
Post by: sawman on February 17, 2013, 04:30:42 PM
Post by: hiljentaa on February 17, 2013, 04:55:28 PM
Woody SAK is always very special :tu:
I have made something black into my pocket - CT Monteur 8)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img171/4201/p1150466.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img855/5792/p1150467.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img189/9971/p1150465.jpg)
Just lovely. :drool:
Post by: MARIOS7319 on February 17, 2013, 09:27:50 PM
Woody SAK is always very special :tu:
I have made something black into my pocket - CT Monteur 8)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img171/4201/p1150466.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img855/5792/p1150467.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img189/9971/p1150465.jpg)
Very nice mod. :tu:
I always love wooden scales, especially if they are hand made.
Post by: Rahmed on February 18, 2013, 11:35:37 PM
I would like to thank Scibeer for his 84 mm Madness know-how :tu:
Now only find some cool alox scales :ahhh
(http://imageshack.us/a/img600/9143/p1150543.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img841/5968/p1150547.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img33/1179/p1150549.jpg)
Post by: oreogaborio on February 19, 2013, 10:23:12 AM
Woody SAK is always very special :tu:
I have made something black into my pocket - CT Monteur 8)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img855/5792/p1150467.jpg)
WANT!!!!!
That's pretty much exactly what I would make if I could throw together a larger SAK. Do you have any build photos? How much $ do you have into it? I'd love try and replicate it if I could.
Post by: oreogaborio on February 19, 2013, 10:25:03 AM
(http://i1280.photobucket.com/albums/a487/pgaboriault/EDC/7149B8CE-BB40-404E-B6E0-8CC32D5E7D8C-18517-00000F08C8DF2FB1_zps67584a0b.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on February 19, 2013, 10:28:26 AM
Post by: PTRSAK on February 19, 2013, 11:17:44 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_20130219_193333_zps26cbfd6f.jpg)
Post by: PTRSAK on February 19, 2013, 11:31:39 AM
Sorry for the crappy pic's. Using my tablet.
Post by: HankSolon on February 20, 2013, 11:17:01 PM
Thanks to 'ong' for suggesting the scrimshaw technique.
By the way there is no scratch which epoxy mixed with ebony dust cannot handle. ;)
Post by: enki_ck on February 20, 2013, 11:24:16 PM
Post by: HankSolon on February 20, 2013, 11:56:42 PM
Post by: enki_ck on February 21, 2013, 12:10:20 AM
You would love it. The dust of ebony has an incredible, aromatic smell. Working with ebony is a big pleasure to me.
You said the magic words. :ahhh The smell of wood is one of things I love the most about working with wood.
What does a block of 4x10x0.5 cm go for? :D
Post by: Syph007 on February 21, 2013, 12:18:02 AM
Post by: HankSolon on February 21, 2013, 12:28:04 AM
I got my ebony block (4x4x15cm) via ebay or amazon for about 20€. Not the cheapest.
However, have a look here
http://www.ebay.de/itm/hl1273-Holzlord-Edelholz-Messergriff-Schalenrohling-Stuck-Makassar-Ebenholz-/160719262536?pt=Holz_Holzwerkstoffe&hash=item256b9d5348#ht_2101wt_927
Post by: enki_ck on February 21, 2013, 12:50:21 AM
Thanks. :)
I got my ebony block (4x4x15cm) via ebay or amazon for about 20€. Not the cheapest.
However, have a look here
http://www.ebay.de/itm/hl1273-Holzlord-Edelholz-Messergriff-Schalenrohling-Stuck-Makassar-Ebenholz-/160719262536?pt=Holz_Holzwerkstoffe&hash=item256b9d5348#ht_2101wt_927
That would be 32€ with shipping. :) I'll try finding some locally. :salute:
Post by: PTRSAK on February 21, 2013, 01:32:39 AM
It's where I got the Yellow Box burl jsed on the knives earlier in this thread.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Queen-Ebony-Wood-Knife-Scales-x-2-140mm-x-40mm-x-10mm-/261122123652?pt=AU_Woodcrafts&hash=item3ccc176784
Post by: PTRSAK on February 21, 2013, 02:18:34 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130221_110000_zps8e9fe3ba.jpg)
Post by: Santos on February 21, 2013, 02:44:26 AM
Finally got this one assembled.. Climber-Lite
Plus scales :pok:
Post by: Corso on February 21, 2013, 02:53:00 AM
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j242/hawkingnovember/8F33DF26-D3B5-48E3-95D9-EDBBD9374925-1750-000002DC3671C970_zpsdbc02c47.jpg)
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j242/hawkingnovember/3BE67364-F40C-40CA-BB68-FFEEA4C49A73-2291-000003DB3A1289B3_zps010286da.jpg)
Post by: Nhoj on February 21, 2013, 03:12:30 AM
Post by: Corso on February 21, 2013, 03:27:54 AM
Cool idea adding the compass to the lanyard. I love people thinning tool chests, it actually makes them usuable
It's just a tiny bit thinner than a Swisschamp now.
Post by: PTRSAK on February 21, 2013, 09:22:42 AM
Finally got this one assembled.. Climber-Lite
Plus scales :pok:
"simple" plus... Pin but no pen.
Post by: nuphoria on February 21, 2013, 10:10:18 AM
Wenger Tool Chest on a diet. I removed the compass (re-used as a lanyard bead) and fish scaler.
Genius :2tu:
Post by: Sparky415 on February 21, 2013, 11:09:52 AM
Looks great. :salute: Wish I had some ebony to play with. :D
I’m keeping my eye on Ebay for a cheap piano to chop up >:D
Post by: nuphoria on February 21, 2013, 11:13:44 AM
Post by: oreogaborio on February 21, 2013, 11:22:25 AM
My first... a "Jettsetting Manicure USB" with limited edition Magnolia scales for the girlfriend.
I realized later that this tool arrangement prohibits the use of a split ring. She wouldn't be able to fully extend the cuticle tool because the split ring would stop it about 3/4 of the way from full open.
(http://i1280.photobucket.com/albums/a487/pgaboriault/EDC/DF2F8436-8CA0-4D15-90AA-10B7D422D2F1-72861-00003A2189A5231A_zps6788abdf.jpg)
And my second... a USB Rambler for the roommate.
You can see how I arranged the tools differently this time, only opening from two corners of the tool (well, three if you include the USB) to allow the use of a split ring but with this config the blade can close on it if you're not careful.
(http://i1280.photobucket.com/albums/a487/pgaboriault/EDC/7149B8CE-BB40-404E-B6E0-8CC32D5E7D8C-18517-00000F08C8DF2FB1_zps67584a0b.jpg)
During assembly of each I instincively put the USB in the middle... Suppose I just liked the symetry I got with it there. What I liked MOST about the arrangement of this one was that I had the cutting tools on one side, screwdrivers on the other.
I think if I didn't sandwich the USB between the two tool layers I could arrange it so I'd have the opening symmetry of the Magnolia (opening from all four corners), cutting tools on one side, screwdrivers on the other, still be able to use a split ring AND not worry about the blade snapping down on it...
USB layer on top (or bottom)...
Scissors/Bottle opener (double thick layer, so it would get the split ring further away from the third layer)...
Blade/File on bottom (or top)...
If I end up building another one I'll use that layer arrangement, orient the tools so they open on all four corners like the Magnolia and see how I like that. It might just be the ultimate arrangement :)
Post by: jrp316 on February 21, 2013, 02:05:51 PM
Post by: oreogaborio on February 21, 2013, 02:31:20 PM
... maybe orange & blue alox, I haven't decided. >:D
Gonna miss the pen & tweezers, but I've got a regular Minichamp already so I figured I'd go form over function this time around :)
Post by: jrp316 on February 21, 2013, 02:49:05 PM
Post by: Dr Gonzo on February 21, 2013, 04:02:08 PM
The wood came from an incense burner...not sure what it is, some kind of hard wood...smells amazing after all its years in use ;)
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc258/colotty/DSC00792_zps27fa6866.jpg)
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc258/colotty/DSC00790_zps752023aa.jpg)
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc258/colotty/DSC00786_zpseb2eab1e.jpg)
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc258/colotty/DSC00784_zpsa966f1a2.jpg)
Post by: WiSAKfan on February 21, 2013, 06:30:34 PM
nice work fellas
Post by: nuphoria on February 21, 2013, 11:34:22 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on February 22, 2013, 02:34:30 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130222_111937_zpsd9005311.jpg)
Post by: jrp316 on February 22, 2013, 03:56:03 AM
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/mods/IMG_20130221_201502_zps13e89421.jpg)
Stay tuned for a how-to thread...
Post by: stealth007s on February 22, 2013, 06:09:34 AM
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc258/colotty/DSC00786_zpseb2eab1e.jpg)
I love the thickness of the scales on that SAK. What is the thickness?
Post by: oreogaborio on February 22, 2013, 11:41:36 AM
Ah, you'll find a use for the pen & tweezers. My Mini Tech was made from parts donated by a Mini Champ. I've got some leftover parts as a result and I'm going down the route of building a Vagabond from them :climber:.Meh, I've already got another 8 blade minichamp with pen & tweezers that will be remaining stock :)
Post by: Dr Gonzo on February 22, 2013, 05:22:35 PM
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc258/colotty/DSC00786_zpseb2eab1e.jpg)
I love the thickness of the scales on that SAK. What is the thickness?
4mm...I could sand them down further but I like them this way, I have quite big hands and bigger scales means better grip ;)
Post by: rickinFL on February 22, 2013, 08:24:16 PM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/ramvler_zpsd6e644bc.jpg)
Post by: stealth007s on February 22, 2013, 10:33:53 PM
4mm...I could sand them down further but I like them this way, I have quite big hands and bigger scales means better grip ;)
That's a great thickness for scales IMO. I was thinking the same about the grip. If I ever get to do my carbon fibre scale mod on my Champ, I'll look for a thicker slab. All I've found so far is 2.5mm
Post by: PTRSAK on February 23, 2013, 01:33:23 AM
4mm...I could sand them down further but I like them this way, I have quite big hands and bigger scales means better grip ;)
That's a great thickness for scales IMO. I was thinking the same about the grip. If I ever get to do my carbon fibre scale mod on my Champ, I'll look for a thicker slab. All I've found so far is 2.5mm
The great thing about composites Terry is that you can sand down one side of that 2.5mm slab, cut it in half and using the right glue (epoxy resin probably) laminate it into a 5mm thick slab. And it will be just as strong and the join practically invisible.
Post by: stealth007s on February 23, 2013, 03:06:24 AM
The great thing about composites Terry is that you can sand down one side of that 2.5mm slab, cut it in half and using the right glue (epoxy resin probably) laminate it into a 5mm thick slab. And it will be just as strong and the join practically invisible.
That's something I wouldn't have even thought of. Thanks Peter :2tu:
Post by: Outback in Idaho on February 24, 2013, 06:21:50 AM
Spartan outfitted with Cherrywood scales of my own manufacture.
Late to this thread but those scales & Vic logo are quite handsome. :tu:
4mm...I could sand them down further but I like them this way, I have quite big hands and bigger scales means better grip ;)
If was an incense burner, could be Sandalwood. That wood does have a nice sweet smell to it.
Post by: invitus on February 24, 2013, 04:10:35 PM
(http://img825.imageshack.us/img825/6685/p1010670z.jpg)
Just wanted to share my Alox trifecta. :angel:
Post by: crackout on February 24, 2013, 04:40:17 PM
just nice...got more pic on this sir?..thank you
Sure.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8337/8269618029_2d6cc3cb91_z.jpg)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8203/8270672292_1bf154ecec_z.jpg)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8477/8270677166_79de47505c_z.jpg)
Post by: invitus on February 24, 2013, 04:55:43 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on February 25, 2013, 03:38:46 AM
The first. Rambler with memory. Pen scales from minichamp.Nice work Rick!
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/ramvler_zpsd6e644bc.jpg)
Post by: PTRSAK on February 25, 2013, 08:31:47 AM
Need to stop in and pick up a scissor spring tomorrow.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130225_170408_zps583635b8.jpg)
I wanted to build this up to get a feel for what it would be like. If I like carrying it I will continue on in my efforts to pick up a ribbed cadet.
Post by: crackout on February 25, 2013, 11:34:33 AM
Here's a comparison shot:
(http://img507.imageshack.us/img507/6377/img0155q.jpg)
58mm spring, 84(?)mm spring, 91mm spring
Post by: nuphoria on February 25, 2013, 02:04:13 PM
Post by: oreogaborio on February 25, 2013, 03:03:15 PM
Temporary build of a Neo-Voyageur. Pinned with salvaged center pins from 91mm teardowns.I... LIKE... THAT. :gimme:
Need to stop in and pick up a scissor spring tomorrow.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130225_170408_zps583635b8.jpg)
I wanted to build this up to get a feel for what it would be like. If I like carrying it I will continue on in my efforts to pick up a ribbed cadet.
Post by: enki_ck on February 25, 2013, 07:14:26 PM
I also tried to use replacement springs from 91mm models on my vintage 84mm scissors and had no luck. The cureld up part is too big to fit into the hole and the overall spring is too long preventing the scissors from fully closing. I ended up writing Victorinox and they sent me 3 84mm springs. :D Not sure if these were remaining stock from the old days or springs for Executives. But they're definitely neither 58mm nor 91mm.
Here's a comparison shot:
(http://img507.imageshack.us/img507/6377/img0155q.jpg)
58mm spring, 84(?)mm spring, 91mm spring
I've converted the 91mm springs to 84mm in the past. It's doable, not easy, but doable. I know Neil has some 84mm springs in stock but he isn't around as much anymore. :(
Here's a pic of a 91mm spring in 84mm scissors.
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Modification/P4040033.jpg)
Post by: Syph007 on February 25, 2013, 07:19:52 PM
Post by: crackout on February 25, 2013, 07:37:04 PM
Post by: Syph007 on February 25, 2013, 09:02:40 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on February 25, 2013, 09:58:37 PM
Ah, those suckers are hard to bend too.
Try heating the end of the spring up red hot with a butane pencil torch and letting it cool naturally, should be at least semi annealed and be easier to bend. then heating again and quenching will harden it again. The only problem is if it is too brittle and needs tempering as well.
A useful trick is to hold the spring in a tub of water with just the part you want to heat up sticking out, then the heat treatment of the rest of it is not effected. I used this trick to soften the tang of some 91mm scissors to drill the pivot hole for 84mm conversion and then re-harden them.
It may be heat treatment at its crudest, but it works well enough for this, but probably too crude for blades. :whistle:
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on March 01, 2013, 07:46:18 PM
(http://up.picr.de/13621366ku.jpg)
Unfortunately I had to rework the main blade too. Someone from the honing staff at Victorinox had produced a kind of dent in the edge (and this is not the first time I encountered this with factory new knives from Vic). I had to even it out, regrind the blade and set a new bevel. But now it is very sharp, the hairs flying off the arm voluntarily.
Post by: Rahmed on March 01, 2013, 10:51:46 PM
(http://img805.imageshack.us/img805/1669/p1150567.jpg)
Post by: Outback in Idaho on March 02, 2013, 12:14:00 AM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on March 02, 2013, 07:20:31 PM
I put Danish Green scales on the Grøn Woody Yeoman 8)Woah! My next project minus scissors. :tu: and all black tools plus fire steel ;)
(http://img805.imageshack.us/img805/1669/p1150567.jpg)
Post by: Grumpy on March 02, 2013, 08:59:54 PM
Post by: Outback in Idaho on March 02, 2013, 10:45:50 PM
my mod
Good Job! You going to make some Plus scales for it next? :angel:
Post by: Grumpy on March 02, 2013, 11:49:45 PM
Post by: Nhoj on March 03, 2013, 12:23:22 AM
Post by: GigaHz on March 03, 2013, 02:21:06 AM
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/SCALESWIP005_zps53270c87.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/scaleswip001_zps841dae80.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/scaleswip003_zps0a8371c7.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/scaleswip004_zps5ea76089.jpg)
Post by: rickinFL on March 03, 2013, 04:39:06 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/03/03/asu2u4a7.jpg)
Post by: Syph007 on March 03, 2013, 04:41:23 AM
8 Hours with a jewelry saw. I must of went through 30 blades. I don't have a sander or grinder. I used files and sandpaper. That was too much work.
Making liners is a royal bitch. Especially since you only see a sliver of them in the finished product.
Post by: PTRSAK on March 03, 2013, 06:07:30 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130217_152618_zps789d51d8.jpg)
Post by: Outback in Idaho on March 03, 2013, 06:39:01 AM
Yep, and with ones made of 0.025 brass that sliver is barely 1/2 a mm wide.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130217_152618_zps789d51d8.jpg)
Brass makes knives sexier. +1 :tu:
Post by: GigaHz on March 03, 2013, 12:03:49 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on March 03, 2013, 12:24:24 PM
Post by: GigaHz on March 03, 2013, 12:26:26 PM
http://www.amazon.com/Proxxon-37172-MBS-Micro-Band/dp/B001D6PJAQ
Post by: GigaHz on March 03, 2013, 12:28:23 PM
http://www.grizzly.com/products/Drill-Mill-with-Stand/G0704
Post by: PTRSAK on March 04, 2013, 01:13:56 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20121228_091950_zpseccddd0a.jpg)
Post by: crackout on March 04, 2013, 04:06:42 PM
(http://img853.imageshack.us/img853/1750/p10202001.jpg)
At first, I wanted to use the keyring part of the USB release. However, I carry this SAK on my bulky keychain. After the test assembly I hooked it on and noticed that the weight of my keychain alone was enough to flip the USB lock open. That's why I grinded it off and used the standard spring keychain attachment. Works a lot better now.
Post by: Syph007 on March 04, 2013, 05:09:35 PM
Post by: rickinFL on March 06, 2013, 05:29:42 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/03/07/7abyqegy.jpg)
Post by: tattoosteve99 on March 07, 2013, 03:03:11 AM
My second. Love this little guy.Little??? That thing is a beast of a small tool.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/03/07/7abyqegy.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on March 07, 2013, 02:26:05 PM
Love this current mini/monster tool thing you have all got going on! :tu:
Post by: Grumpy on March 07, 2013, 05:25:06 PM
Post by: HankSolon on March 07, 2013, 08:50:04 PM
What you now need is some sanding paper. Don't worry to carve the liners a bit. That's a way to get the perfect fit. ;)
My Special Mechanic now has a victorinox shield inlay, too. My second try was much more accurate. :-)
Is it finished now? Who knows, maybe some bone inlay on the back will follow.
Post by: Grumpy on March 07, 2013, 08:55:31 PM
Post by: HankSolon on March 07, 2013, 08:59:48 PM
Post by: HankSolon on March 07, 2013, 09:14:32 PM
It's a scrimshaw technique as originally suggested by user ong.
I modified it a bit. I use a shield as a model.
1. Lay it on the scale and use a very thin needle to outline it. Then use a needle and a sharp scalpel to scratch and cut the needed material away. Be patient and very careful.
2. Repeat first step until the shield fits into the scale.
3. Use Epoxy and mix it with some dust from your wood.
4. Glue the shield in the scale. (It's very ok to cover your inlay with epoxy. That's a way to get perfect outlines)
5. Wait, until it's hard.
6. Use Sanding paper with (!) a cork block to get away the epoxy. The cork block is important, because the inlay and the ebony react very different to sanding paper. With your hand you wouldn't create a flat surface.
I use 240, 600 and 1000 grit in the end.
Edit:
Material needed:
- epoxy
- sanding paper (240-1000 grit)
- cork block
- very thin needle
- scalpel
- sharpening stone (scratching hard wood isn't good for your needle/scalpel)
- magnifying glas (at least 5x I use one for watch makers)
- Old scale with a flat not damaged side (or anything comparable) I use it in the first step to press and polish the shield inlay into the scale
- Metal file (for creating some fine dust from your wood)
Post by: Syph007 on March 07, 2013, 09:16:33 PM
Post by: HankSolon on March 07, 2013, 09:27:46 PM
It doesn't only look so, it even 'feels' perfect, touching it. When I look at your work you shurely know what I mean. ;)
Post by: Syph007 on March 07, 2013, 09:29:27 PM
@Syph: Thx, I'm very proud of it. :)
It doesn't only look so, it even 'feels' perfect, touching it. When I look at your work you shurely know what I mean. ;)
Yes I know what you mean. I would love to be able to sink a shield like that in a brass scale, but doing the same technique in brass doesnt seem to easy.
Post by: nuphoria on March 07, 2013, 09:42:53 PM
Post by: Grumpy on March 07, 2013, 10:00:34 PM
Post by: HankSolon on March 07, 2013, 10:00:39 PM
@Syph. I would suggest a mixure of technique as shown above and one called "Tauschieren" in Germany. Have a look here:
http://www.entdecke-schmuck.eu/94464514nx1490/goldschmiedekurs-%BB-do-it-yourself-anleitungen-zum-selbermachen-f63/antike-tauschiertechnik-t2749.html
What's different to Tauschieren: The inlay is hard but the brass scale is soft.
I would suggust to peen and scratch the outline of the inlay into the brass scale. But at least 0,3 mm deeper than needed. After that:
Put the inlay into the scale with Epoxy. Until it gets hard you have some time.
Carefully punch the brass down so that it encloses the inlay perfectly. Even some wrapping around would be ok.
On the last step you sand again. This should work too.
Edit:
@Grumpy. The shield inlay of modern knife can be extracted very easy. Just remove the scale and look from behind. There is a hole. Take a Victorinox cork screw and carefully press it out. Maybe a small knife will help too. My EDC Spartan is the perfect tool for it. ;)
Post by: Outback in Idaho on March 07, 2013, 10:46:12 PM
@Grumpy. The shield inlay of modern knife can be extracted very easy. Just remove the scale and look from behind. There is a hole. Take a Victorinox cork screw and carefully press it out. Maybe a small knife will help too. My EDC Spartan is the perfect tool for it. ;)
That's what I did, after finding the logo on the translucent sapphire scale popped out. Never had thought of pinning the entire outline first. Had cut into the wood but obviously not effectively enough. Tried to just cut the areas needed sunk-in but lost a bit of wood. Went ahead and carved out the entire area and epoxied the inlay inside.
Had used wood glue and the sawdust material. It clearly shows the repair, though dark grained wood might not show up as much. Wasn't wanting to mix sawdust with 6 minute epoxy. Will have to sand down with finer grit to polish the epoxied window more.
Also, when getting epoxy, look on the literature and make sure it is clear. Had went with a certain type of epoxy and found later it was a yellow tint.
Post by: rickinFL on March 07, 2013, 10:54:16 PM
Post by: Gareth on March 07, 2013, 11:16:03 PM
Post by: Grumpy on March 07, 2013, 11:24:42 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on March 08, 2013, 01:44:58 AM
Urban Settler. 93mm clip point small blade in place of awl.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130308_102939_zpsc31568ac.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130308_103351_zpsd161eb6f.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130308_103253_zpsc45c7763.jpg)
Post by: Syph007 on March 08, 2013, 02:04:18 AM
Just something I threw together this morning.
Urban Settler. 93mm clip point small blade in place of awl.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130308_102939_zpsc31568ac.jpg)
Nice, the toilet paper company ALOX! I have 2 of those but they got stripped and redone in red. Nice scales though!
Post by: PTRSAK on March 08, 2013, 09:41:38 AM
Nice, the toilet paper company ALOX! I have 2 of those but they got stripped and redone in red. Nice scales though!
Yeah, it's for when the smurf hits the fan...
Post by: PTRSAK on March 08, 2013, 09:44:15 AM
(http://drawception.com/pub/panels/2012/7-7/2yza1djX7k-12.png)
Post by: Outback in Idaho on March 08, 2013, 09:58:15 AM
Post by: rickinFL on March 09, 2013, 03:22:34 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/03/09/y5yduget.jpg)
Post by: rickinFL on March 09, 2013, 05:11:51 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/03/10/adyvuva5.jpg)
Post by: GigaHz on March 09, 2013, 09:15:04 PM
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/expriv003_zps34e4ccda.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/expriv002_zps38e6047d.jpg)
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/expriv001_zps8b7095aa.jpg)
Post by: PTRSAK on March 09, 2013, 10:31:54 PM
Exposed rivets are not fun.
you should throw this on eBay as a "RARE 1950's vintage Cybertool" [Buy it Now] $500.00 :rofl:
it would probably sell :facepalm:
Post by: GigaHz on March 09, 2013, 11:07:28 PM
Exposed rivets are not fun.
you should throw this on eBay as a "RARE 1950's vintage Cybertool" [Buy it Now] $500.00 :rofl:
it would probably sell :facepalm:
:ahhh I bet $100
Post by: HankSolon on March 10, 2013, 03:12:27 AM
I'm not happy with the snap of the scissor, but it works so far. I also will be more careful, shortening the scissor.
Next time I get some better drill bits. I wasted a cheap diamond bit, drilling a 2,2mm hole into the scissors. :)
However, a funny but very tough mod. Without my custom 600-1000 grit sanding paper for my proxxon It wouldn't have been that nice.
Post by: Syph007 on March 10, 2013, 03:19:18 AM
A modern Golfer with Backtool (a hook). Syph, I hate you for your 84mm Golfer tutorial. ;)
I'm not happy with the snap of the scissor, but it works so far. I also will be more careful, shortening the scissor.
Next time I get some better drill bits. I wasted a cheap diamond bit, drilling a 2,2mm hole into the scissors. :)
However, a funny but very tough mod. Without my custom 600-1000 grit sanding paper for my proxxon It wouldn't have been that nice.
Nice! Great work. Fun cutting down those scissors eh?
Post by: PTRSAK on March 10, 2013, 03:34:53 AM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 10, 2013, 05:40:04 AM
A Golfer with a hook..... I always had a slice :rofl::rofl: good one, now is to the left or right :think: JR
Post by: HankSolon on March 10, 2013, 10:46:45 AM
Nice! Great work. Fun cutting down those scissors eh?
I wouldn't recommend it to people having trouble even to replace scales. ;)
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on March 10, 2013, 03:59:43 PM
Front
(http://up.picr.de/13719505yy.jpg)
and back
(http://up.picr.de/13719509th.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on March 10, 2013, 04:19:30 PM
Post by: aquilaaudax on March 10, 2013, 10:14:04 PM
Hopefully I've figured out how to upload some pics of my first SAK mod. The donor knife was my venerable Climber given to me by my brother as a birthday present about 15 years ago. It was showing 15 years of wear and tear from being used as an EDC most days; the cellidor scales were cracked and chipped and the liners had taken a fair bit of abuse.
I have always loved titanium and decided - after browsing the forum for a while - to upgrade, keeping all the tools and substituting the scales and liners for Ti.
The scales are 3mm Ti plate and the liners 0.7mm sheet. It is held together with 1/8" 3/8" pivot barrels and 2-56 torx screws.
Seems ok so far, but needs a bit of work to perfect - counterbore the holes for the screws and bend the corkscrew into position so that it fits properly into the recess.
Thoughts?
AA
Post by: PTRSAK on March 10, 2013, 10:24:25 PM
Awesome mod. There are a lot of Ti fans here so you'll fit right in.
Post by: crackout on March 10, 2013, 10:26:16 PM
I like the liners and scales to be flush with the round ends of the backsprings though. What's the weight of that sucker? :D
Post by: Syph007 on March 10, 2013, 10:39:55 PM
You can remove the liners adjacent the scales as they have no function since Ti scales are plenty strong and the liners arent needed any longer.
Just do an 82 degree counter sink on the scale holes and get the countersunk torx screws then you can have them nice and flush.
And welcome!
Post by: PTRSAK on March 10, 2013, 11:31:16 PM
Also the chisel grind of the florist blade means it needs to go on the "other" side and the combo tool nail nick is covered by the blade.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130311_072805_zps0eb4ebde.jpg)
and MY GOD you can get an edge on those florist blades!! You should see the bald patch on my forearm.
Post by: aquilaaudax on March 11, 2013, 06:26:06 AM
Sweet!
I like the liners and scales to be flush with the round ends of the backsprings though. What's the weight of that sucker? :D
Fair point - I think I overestimated how much material would be lost during sanding - plus I got sick and tired of hand filing once the best discs for the job on my Proxxon disintegrated. Ti is a right bugger to work! The beauty of it is that if I am bored one weekend I can always take it to bits and have another crack at getting the edges just so. I have bigger hands than average though so I might just keep it as is for a while and see how it functions.
Not sure about the weight - not got a set of scales with me - but it seems to be roughly the same as my venerable Leatherman PST II, by the unscientific method of holding them in my hands and judging weight. So my guess is around 140g.
For Ti scales on 91's I think I'd hide that 4th pin for esthetics as it really has no function except to stop the springs from moving. The SAK actually will function without out it, but the springs will slide back and forth and eventually pop out. What is a nice way to do it is just drill a hole half way through the scale from the inside and hide the pin that way.
You can remove the liners adjacent the scales as they have no function since Ti scales are plenty strong and the liners arent needed any longer.
Just do an 82 degree counter sink on the scale holes and get the countersunk torx screws then you can have them nice and flush.
Syph007 - you have homed in exactly on "what I'd do differently if I did it again". I always planned to have the fourth screw visible as I like the "overbuilt" look, but having said that, it would take away a lot of the pain to just insert a brass pin of the exact length and inlet this a little into the scales. I didn't dismantle the donor knife and fully understand the exact function of the pins until it was too late anyway. I thought they would have to be under tension, and therefore mean peening, which I didn't want to do because I wanted the knife to be dismantled for cleaning. I realise now that it could be just achieved by the method you refer to. As for making two extra liners - you are right again, however I elected to do this as I thought it would otherwise just look wrong, and it fattens the knife a bit so that the 3/8" barrels are just enough. I was worried about drilling at 1/8 too far into the scales - especially since I was using up to 11/32 to try to countersink!
Many thanks for your feedback!
AA
Post by: jrp316 on March 15, 2013, 01:58:38 AM
Honestly, I don't see why Victorinox doesn't offer up a Rambler/USB combo. It'd sell like hotcakes IMHO. Anyway, enough jabbering, here it is:
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/knives/IMG_20130314_204543_zps641f4294.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/knives/IMG_20130314_204616_zpsaa9e00a5.jpg)
Post by: jrp316 on March 16, 2013, 04:32:26 PM
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/knives/IMG_20130316_111106_zpsd5ab2f1c.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/knives/IMG_20130316_111223_zps4e6657f3.jpg)
Here's the backstory to this mod: about 6 months or so ago, a coworker of mine gave me a Vic Rally that his dad had for quite a while and carried on his keychain. I kept it in my tackle box, intending to use it as mod fodder, but never got around to it. Not long ago, his dad passed away after a bout with cancer.
Earlier this week, he asked me to make him a 58mm USB mod like my orange one (with the stock Rambler tool set) in blue alox. I priced it out to him and he was good with it...then I had an idea. I took his dad's Rally and used it as a donor for his mod. I reused all of the tools and two of the three liners, contributing a pair of scissors to the project. It worked out nicely. I'm planning to give this to him as a birthday present this coming Saturday.
Post by: Sparky415 on March 16, 2013, 04:41:02 PM
That’s thoughtful :salute: Great job
:cheers:
Post by: crackout on March 16, 2013, 04:45:46 PM
However, I decided to make the drive open away from the keychain ring. I find this easier to use.
As a reminder. ;)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img853/1750/p10202001.jpg)
Post by: jrp316 on March 16, 2013, 05:51:34 PM
I need to find some of those black/red scales and make up one of those for myself. Those are the bee's knees right there.
Post by: oreogaborio on March 17, 2013, 01:31:17 PM
Here's the backstory to this mod: about 6 months or so ago, a coworker of mine gave me a Vic Rally that his dad had for quite a while and carried on his keychain. I kept it in my tackle box, intending to use it as mod fodder, but never got around to it. Not long ago, his dad passed away after a bout with cancer.Very cool.
Earlier this week, he asked me to make him a 58mm USB mod like my orange one (with the stock Rambler tool set) in blue alox. I priced it out to him and he was good with it...then I had an idea. I took his dad's Rally and used it as a donor for his mod. I reused all of the tools and two of the three liners, contributing a pair of scissors to the project. It worked out nicely. I'm planning to give this to him as a birthday present this coming Saturday.
I'm about to do something similar for a friend of mine... He inherited his father's Vic and upon seeing a couple of 58's I put together, asked me if I could spiff it up a bit. I don't have the knife yet & don't even know what it is, but I just plan on disassembling, cleaning, polishing and reassembling, likely with new plus scales. Nothing crazy. Just make it like new again.
Post by: Sr.Multiherramienta on March 18, 2013, 11:13:21 PM
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/expriv001_zps8b7095aa.jpg)
Post by: crackout on March 19, 2013, 10:01:25 PM
As soon as I touched my first Alox SAK I knew there was no going back. However, I wanted to keep the nice scale tools: pen, tweezers and needle. I tried different approaches, but nothing could recreate the ease of use like on cellidor SAKs. So why not just slim down a cellidor SAK as much as possible and only retain the tool slots? Said and done. And it disappears nicely in my wallet. :D
(http://imageshack.us/a/img534/1984/img0186eq.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img32/9316/img0187zg.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img687/8319/img0188ev.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on March 19, 2013, 10:04:28 PM
Nice idea :cheers:
Post by: crackout on March 21, 2013, 01:48:45 PM
(http://imageshack.us/a/img199/6467/p1020285u.jpg)
More here (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,40005.msg707256.html#msg707256).
Post by: Zag on March 22, 2013, 12:40:31 AM
This is my latest try at finding it.
I managed to put the Philips and flat driver on the same layer. It is not 100% tidy but works great for a user knife, both half stop works well and no play with a spacer.
(http://i426.photobucket.com/albums/pp350/zagabul/26e644c5-388a-488f-b0e0-edef741e9411_zps607af26f.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on March 22, 2013, 02:24:48 PM
Did you see the mods where both openers were opposite the Philips instead of a spacer?
Post by: rickinFL on March 22, 2013, 02:56:46 PM
That's great Zag :tu:
Did you see the mods where both openers were opposite the Philips instead of a spacer?
Will that work with 91mm?
Post by: nuphoria on March 22, 2013, 02:58:17 PM
That's great Zag :tu:
Did you see the mods where both openers were opposite the Philips instead of a spacer?
Will that work with 91mm?
I have idea - we need a modder to answer that! :D
Post by: Syph007 on March 22, 2013, 02:59:23 PM
That's great Zag :tu:
Did you see the mods where both openers were opposite the Philips instead of a spacer?
Will that work with 91mm?
I have idea - we need a modder to answer that! :D
It will yes, but not as easy as on the 93 since the springs arent symmetrical. You would have to modify the profile of the cap lifter to match that of the can opener.
Post by: rickinFL on March 22, 2013, 03:00:58 PM
That's great Zag :tu:
Did you see the mods where both openers were opposite the Philips instead of a spacer?
Will that work with 91mm?
I have idea - we need a modder to answer that! :D
It will yes, but not as easy as on the 93 since the springs arent symmetrical. You would have to modify the profile of the cap lifter to match that of the can opener.
There's my weekend project.
Post by: Wootz on March 22, 2013, 04:21:58 PM
Wonderful! :cheers:
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/expriv001_zps8b7095aa.jpg)
Cool 8)
Did you salvage the awl, shield and scales from a vintage SAK, or handmade new?
Post by: jrp316 on March 22, 2013, 04:51:23 PM
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/knives/IMG_20130322_113823_zps2861fd38.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/knives/IMG_20130322_113838_zpsa4ecd907.jpg)
In regards to my coworker's mod, I presented it to him today and told him of what went into the creation of the mod...specifically, his dad's Rally knife. Definitely some sentimental moments there.
Post by: Rahmed on March 22, 2013, 11:31:03 PM
(http://img832.imageshack.us/img832/6827/p1150661x.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img14/8485/p1150706n.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on March 22, 2013, 11:44:40 PM
Post by: GigaHz on March 23, 2013, 01:56:12 AM
Wonderful! :cheers:
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/expriv001_zps8b7095aa.jpg)
Cool 8)
Did you salvage the awl, shield and scales from a vintage SAK, or handmade new?
The parts came from an old busted up knife.
Post by: Wootz on March 23, 2013, 07:10:55 AM
Post by: Farmman on March 23, 2013, 11:36:04 AM
Post by: nuphoria on March 23, 2013, 11:53:35 AM
Lovely :cheers:
Post by: Farmman on March 23, 2013, 12:00:21 PM
Oh wow, you didn't mess about with the first one!Well my peening is best described as industrial. However using brass scales allowed you to sand away the incriminating evidence. Therefore making up brass scales was the best option for me. Thanks to syph for the heads up on the thickness of the brass. Also the how to sticky (sorry cannot remember who did it) really help.
Lovely :cheers:
Post by: Syph007 on March 23, 2013, 12:15:37 PM
Oh wow, you didn't mess about with the first one!Well my peening is best described as industrial. However using brass scales allowed you to sand away the incriminating evidence. Therefore making up brass scales was the best option for me. Thanks to syph for the heads up on the thickness of the brass. Also the how to sticky (sorry cannot remember who did it) really help.
Lovely :cheers:
Good job! I found peening the little guys pretty tough too, and sanding away the bruises really helps! :D My problem was that I was peening too much so that the tools ended up too tight so I had to redo a few rivets before I was happy. Next time I'm going to put in some stainless steel shim stock, peen, then pull out the shim so that there is some free play.
Post by: Farmman on March 23, 2013, 12:18:16 PM
Yep that's the problem with the scissors on mine and I think shim may be the solution. ThanksOh wow, you didn't mess about with the first one!Well my peening is best described as industrial. However using brass scales allowed you to sand away the incriminating evidence. Therefore making up brass scales was the best option for me. Thanks to syph for the heads up on the thickness of the brass. Also the how to sticky (sorry cannot remember who did it) really help.
Lovely :cheers:
Good job! I found peening the little guys pretty tough too, and sanding away the bruises really helps! :D My problem was that I was peening too much so that the tools ended up too tight so I had to redo a few rivets before I was happy. Next time I'm going to put in some stainless steel shim stock, peen, then pull out the shim so that there is some free play.
Post by: GigaHz on March 23, 2013, 12:18:55 PM
Nothing more to it worth mentioning?
Here is the donor knife.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-Vintage-50s-60s-Victorinox-Spartan-Clip-point-shackle-Pat-Broken-/130851150078?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEWNX%3AIT&nma=true&si=zV7P7hQ82sgblQjDxh946R5I%252B2k%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc
This mod took about 4 hours. I used the scales from the donor knife. The bitch is finding the solid scales to do the exposed rivets mods. The CT 34 is my favorite Vic. I have made many variations from it. All I have is a drill and a dremel to work with. I need a belt sander to do this type of mod easier and faster. Next time I would only have 3 rivets exposed. I had to use the spring from the old knife to clear the old awl shape. The new style spring is curved in and won't allow the old style awl to close completely. The old spring also has better snap the the new opener spring. The old style awl and opener spring were the only parts from the donor used.
Post by: jrp316 on March 23, 2013, 01:33:38 PM
Post by: Farmman on March 23, 2013, 02:16:08 PM
Post by: Wootz on March 23, 2013, 05:01:21 PM
Post by: Wootz on March 23, 2013, 05:06:07 PM
Nothing more to it worth mentioning?
Here is the donor knife.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-Vintage-50s-60s-Victorinox-Spartan-Clip-point-shackle-Pat-Broken-/130851150078?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEWNX%3AIT&nma=true&si=zV7P7hQ82sgblQjDxh946R5I%252B2k%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc
This mod took about 4 hours. I used the scales from the donor knife. The bitch is finding the solid scales to do the exposed rivets mods. The CT 34 is my favorite Vic. I have made many variations from it. All I have is a drill and a dremel to work with. I need a belt sander to do this type of mod easier and faster. Next time I would only have 3 rivets exposed. I had to use the spring from the old knife to clear the old awl shape. The new style spring is curved in and won't allow the old style awl to close completely. The old spring also has better snap the the new opener spring. The old style awl and opener spring were the only parts from the donor used.
Thanks mate, this just made me decide to try and restore a vintage sak with rivets.
I've got a set solid scales to use for. :)
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on March 24, 2013, 07:56:29 PM
(http://up.picr.de/13878971gz.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/13878973xh.jpg)
Post by: Sidhartha on March 24, 2013, 08:03:01 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on March 24, 2013, 09:07:36 PM
very pretty wood! :tu:
+1 I don't think I've seen that before :tu:
Post by: nuphoria on March 25, 2013, 08:36:07 PM
Post by: oreogaborio on March 26, 2013, 02:47:02 PM
Last night, I decided that I liked that blue alox USB Rambler that I made for my coworker so much that I wanted a similar one for myself. I had a pair of leftover blue alox scales from the Midnite Manager build and some leftover parts from a couple of recent teardowns. With all of that, I built up a blue alox Drifter (one of those +B exclusive models)...and of course, you know me...I had to have the USB module in there. Very nice extension to the Rambler, could very well be the 58mm EDC for me. Basically, it's an alox Rambler with USB, emergency blade, pointy nail file and flat head with ruler markings. Here's a couple of pics:VERY NICE! I'm planning on making one that's almost identical to that. Not sure if I'm going to include the USB or not though. I rarely, if ever need one of those.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/knives/IMG_20130322_113823_zps2861fd38.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/knives/IMG_20130322_113838_zpsa4ecd907.jpg)
In regards to my coworker's mod, I presented it to him today and told him of what went into the creation of the mod...specifically, his dad's Rally knife. Definitely some sentimental moments there.
Post by: Sr.Multiherramienta on March 26, 2013, 06:10:53 PM
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ojE4UG3tseI/UVHUPOzbYNI/AAAAAAAAEsU/cgXvxpRyyak/s1600/Wenger.jpg)
Post by: PTRSAK on March 27, 2013, 12:43:19 AM
Anyway, I did pick up a red Pioneer settler with very used blades and a plain vanilla "like new" Farmer with engraved scales recently. Still had a Solo spring kicking around so I threw them all in a shoebox along with a pair of 91mm scissors and gave it a good shake...
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130327_091401_zps7cfc1082.jpg)
I know the saw is "backwards" to normal along with the scissors, but i want to try it that way ::)
I may swap it round at some later stage. Also the layer order may get changed... but I'm happy with it for now, it's a nice "Vintage" looking user with all new tools.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130327_091333_zpsd726e0d8.jpg)
Post by: chris.customworks on March 27, 2013, 08:50:58 AM
Black ebony scales on a base of red fiber
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/comp_s1055270.jpg)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/comp_s1055265.jpg)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/comp_s10552661.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on March 27, 2013, 09:38:20 AM
Thats some nice work Chris :drool:
Post by: Sidhartha on March 27, 2013, 05:35:22 PM
Post by: chris.customworks on March 28, 2013, 07:32:17 AM
Best regards
Chris
Post by: PTRSAK on March 28, 2013, 11:16:42 PM
not the prettiest girl at the party, but this one works for her living, not an art piece
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130329_080157_zpsce3f62ce.jpg)
Post by: jrp316 on March 28, 2013, 11:46:18 PM
not the prettiest girl at the party, but this one works for her living, not an art piece
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130329_080157_zpsce3f62ce.jpg)
I'd hit it :whistle:.
Pretty nice knife there...green scales with the old silver cross, that's unique. I don't think I've seen one like that before.
Post by: Syph007 on March 29, 2013, 12:31:59 AM
Post by: stealth007s on March 29, 2013, 12:44:51 AM
The toilet paper SAK is reborn! Nice job!
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Nice Peter :tu:
Post by: chris.customworks on March 29, 2013, 01:38:03 PM
But I`ll stick to wood. Like to vietnamese mun-ebony:
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/comp_s1055302.jpg)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/comp_s1055306.jpg)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/comp_s1055305.jpg)
Best regards
Chris
Post by: nuphoria on March 29, 2013, 04:49:17 PM
I'd carry the Alox TP with pride to :D
Post by: Farmman on March 29, 2013, 11:41:19 PM
Today I went shopping to find donor 58s. In one second hand shop I picked up a classic, the bijou (with broken spring) and what I believe to be a Princess (also came with a broken spring). Both are now repaired.
The Classic and what was left of a minichamp went into making the brass scaled item. I don't think this configuration has a name. However for me it is the ultimate kids birthday/ Christmas morning tool. The scraps went into the scribe like tool, which as it has the tooth pick will ride around in my pocket.
Post by: nuphoria on March 29, 2013, 11:43:41 PM
There's a couple more 58mm's on there way to you too. Both working but grubby!
Post by: Farmman on March 30, 2013, 12:39:07 AM
Post by: nuphoria on March 30, 2013, 12:43:03 AM
Also, have you ever tried using Micromesh? I have a set of different grits from a guy on BB - really useful stuff. It goes down to fine enough to polish up almost anything to a mirror finish, and is material backed, washable, and reusable :)
Post by: Farmman on March 30, 2013, 01:24:09 AM
Post by: chris.customworks on April 03, 2013, 10:30:12 AM
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/victorinox-amboina-set-13-04-09-2012.jpg)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/victorinox-amboina-set-7-04-09-2012.jpg)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/victorinox-amboina-set-5-04-09-2012.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on April 03, 2013, 11:15:31 AM
Post by: Sidhartha on April 03, 2013, 06:35:49 PM
Post by: chris.customworks on April 04, 2013, 12:18:21 PM
Post by: papercut on April 04, 2013, 01:24:36 PM
I don't have a name for it. It's a Wenger with the basic tools I want for backpacking. No can opener/bottle opener layer, locking blade with no corkscrew on the other side (that was the difficult part), smooth back.
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ojE4UG3tseI/UVHUPOzbYNI/AAAAAAAAEsU/cgXvxpRyyak/s1600/Wenger.jpg)
Wow cool!
Post by: papercut on April 04, 2013, 01:28:24 PM
After finally getting hold of a red Farmer, now I don't want to EDC it, I think it will become a "fondler" you know... hand candy for watching TV.
Anyway, I did pick up a red Pioneer settler with very used blades and a plain vanilla "like new" Farmer with engraved scales recently. Still had a Solo spring kicking around so I threw them all in a shoebox along with a pair of 91mm scissors and gave it a good shake...
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130327_091401_zps7cfc1082.jpg)
I know the saw is "backwards" to normal along with the scissors, but i want to try it that way ::)
I may swap it round at some later stage. Also the layer order may get changed... but I'm happy with it for now, it's a nice "Vintage" looking user with all new tools.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130327_091333_zpsd726e0d8.jpg)
I know what you mean about not edcing the old white cross red alox, my three pioneers cleaned up very nicely, but I am fear to carry them. They are old and deserve some rest. Instead, a new bail removed SI and new farmer are in the rotation until a few "promoted" cadets come in. :p
Post by: papercut on April 04, 2013, 01:31:17 PM
Ok I present my first ever sak build. It is a brass scaled Rogue, or as I have been referring to it ( inferior Syph knock off). Everything has snap on closing apart from the scissors, but for my use it is fine. Now just trying to find more 58mm for donors.
It seems folks are already forgetting the old timers such as Bushido around these parts...
:p
Nice mod!
Post by: papercut on April 04, 2013, 01:45:54 PM
Post by: nuphoria on April 04, 2013, 03:33:24 PM
Very cool indeed.... not up to taking pics right now though.
Post by: Farmman on April 04, 2013, 06:16:01 PM
Certainly not forgetting Bushido I remember drooling over his stuff. However at the time I could never think of doing anything like it. Its only recent that I have thought to give it ago myself.Ok I present my first ever sak build. It is a brass scaled Rogue, or as I have been referring to it ( inferior Syph knock off). Everything has snap on closing apart from the scissors, but for my use it is fine. Now just trying to find more 58mm for donors.
It seems folks are already forgetting the old timers such as Bushido around these parts...
:p
Nice mod!
Glad you like my stuff. It is getting better however still a long way to go to Bushido/ Syph standards.
Post by: nuphoria on April 04, 2013, 07:12:56 PM
I think all of them contributed to something which has evolved in to a great resource for personalised tools :cheers:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 04, 2013, 07:40:32 PM
That is cool. if that was in alox scales that would really be cool! JRI don't have a name for it. It's a Wenger with the basic tools I want for backpacking. No can opener/bottle opener layer, locking blade with no corkscrew on the other side (that was the difficult part), smooth back.
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ojE4UG3tseI/UVHUPOzbYNI/AAAAAAAAEsU/cgXvxpRyyak/s1600/Wenger.jpg)
Wow cool!
Post by: Rahmed on April 04, 2013, 07:54:37 PM
(http://imageshack.us/a/img547/5150/p1150824.jpg)
Post by: PTRSAK on April 04, 2013, 11:21:41 PM
Pioneer blade layer with combo tool replacing awl.
With the mkII which is welded up pioneer scales drilled to take an Explorer mag/Phillips spring with Florist blade and caplifter. The mkII is ugly but functional, I kinda like it, but the mkIII is nice and pretty, I'd take it anywhere.
It makes a fairly good minimalist SAK but still has a decent tough blade.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130405_070156_zps622d15bf.jpg)
I made up a punch to finish the pins nicely... I think it does a good job
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=21658.0;attach=47987;image)
... and Yes, that combo-tool is a bit of a nail breaker to get open with the pioneer spring's snap.
Post by: Rahmed on April 05, 2013, 12:00:38 AM
It makes a fairly good minimalist SAK...:tu: right :cheers:
(http://img213.imageshack.us/img213/5513/p1120977.jpg)
Post by: papercut on April 05, 2013, 02:54:29 AM
You can go further back to the wonders from the mind of Neil, and of course Scibeer who was probably one of the first to really SAK hack in style :tu:
I think all of them contributed to something which has evolved in to a great resource for personalised tools :cheers:
You know that is right. I went thru the mod squad posts from the beginning and it is interesting to see the development and the key players coming in and out. Great stuff!
Post by: GigaHz on April 07, 2013, 04:47:57 PM
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/passenger001_zps924635d4.jpg)
Post by: Farmman on April 08, 2013, 12:19:04 AM
Post by: Sparky415 on April 08, 2013, 01:44:27 AM
Those look nice Mark,
What wood did you use? Walnut bottom left?
Post by: Farmman on April 08, 2013, 08:01:21 AM
Post by: Sparky415 on April 08, 2013, 11:22:57 AM
The walnut one is top right, the other two are cocobolo.
Thanks, I wouldn’t have got that
:cheers:
Post by: Farmman on April 08, 2013, 11:53:56 AM
Think it has more to do with camera angle than your eye mate.The walnut one is top right, the other two are cocobolo.
Thanks, I wouldn’t have got that
:cheers:
Post by: Rahmed on April 08, 2013, 09:32:16 PM
My last is Hunter/Tradesman Hybrid 8)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img838/4407/p1150834.jpg)
And this is my Junior QC Manager 8)
The result is: knife is OK and I have a tasty lubricating oil :D
(http://imageshack.us/a/img22/933/p1150851.jpg)
Post by: Syph007 on April 08, 2013, 09:52:44 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on April 08, 2013, 10:19:00 PM
I found one in the refrigerator once. :D
well, people do say that you build cool SAKs... I thought that was where you stored them anyway. :rofl:
Post by: Farmman on April 08, 2013, 10:50:37 PM
Post by: stealth007s on April 08, 2013, 10:52:27 PM
Post by: rickinFL on April 09, 2013, 06:56:25 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/10/tyza4e4e.jpg)
Post by: chris.customworks on April 11, 2013, 09:50:05 AM
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/comp_s1055311.jpg)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/comp_s1055315.jpg)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/comp_s1055317.jpg)
Post by: PTRSAK on April 11, 2013, 11:55:49 AM
Post by: Rahmed on April 15, 2013, 09:51:36 PM
(http://imageshack.us/a/img580/3999/p1150882d.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img43/9708/p1150884r.jpg)
...more pics here... http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,27226.msg717763.html#msg717763
Post by: Sparky415 on April 15, 2013, 11:27:50 PM
That is very very nice Rahmed :salute:
Post by: papercut on April 16, 2013, 01:44:29 AM
Maybe wenger could pump out one for the (former) Sosak crew before they change the factory!
Post by: chris.customworks on April 17, 2013, 10:15:07 AM
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/comp_s1056399.jpg)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/comp_s1056405.jpg)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/comp_s1056408.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on April 17, 2013, 09:08:44 PM
Post by: chris.customworks on April 18, 2013, 07:52:29 AM
Really nice work, Chris. :tu:
Thank you! :)
Post by: HankSolon on April 20, 2013, 10:04:58 PM
It's a new swisschamp with a few mods
- replaced small knife with a 84mm watch opener (i like this tool)
- added Cybertool bit driver
- replaced phillips (oposing the magnifying glas) with a white LED
So it's something between Swisschamp and Swisschamp XLT.
Post by: nuphoria on April 20, 2013, 10:07:00 PM
How do you find the LED?
Post by: sawman on April 20, 2013, 10:08:35 PM
Post by: HankSolon on April 20, 2013, 10:16:18 PM
Interesting combo :)
How do you find the LED?
Thx. Found it via ebay. All tools where part of some auctions. (e.g. the swisschamp was mislabeled and very cheap)
So the price of this Monster is more less the same like a normal Swisschamp bought at a store. And "this" is the best part of it, imho. :-)
I like seeing people customize things exactly the way they need them :tu:
Thx. But without this forum, it would have been much harder, to get such ideas. ;)
Post by: DumDum on April 20, 2013, 10:20:09 PM
Post by: Syph007 on April 20, 2013, 10:40:56 PM
This my Beast for Home and... errrh who cares... I have it, I like it. :-D It basically contains everything I need. ;-)
It's a new swisschamp with a few mods
- replaced small knife with a 84mm watch opener (i like this tool)
- added Cybertool bit driver
- replaced phillips (oposing the magnifying glas) with a white LED
So it's something between Swisschamp and Swisschamp XLT.
Nice job there! You kept the fishscaler though? I guess it has value as a ruler, but I never used it.
Post by: HankSolon on April 20, 2013, 11:16:16 PM
HankSolon, can you make more pictures of Watch Case Opener? Open and closed. I wanna see how it looks on 91mm.
Here you are:
Post by: DumDum on April 20, 2013, 11:21:14 PM
I like WCO too, but I don't know what I have to do with that. I don't have watch with this type of case. But... It's good for that.
(http://img580.imageshack.us/img580/2735/fotos2973.jpg)
Post by: HankSolon on April 20, 2013, 11:32:31 PM
Indeed, beside the fact I have an old watch (1930's Savonette), I use it for the same. it's my favorite tool for disassembling SAKs.
Post by: Boyo17 on April 25, 2013, 04:36:00 PM
When the catch is swivelled down,,,,,, a cam presses against the back springs stopping the blade from closing
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8119/8680801758_ec77369f24_b.jpg)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8519/8680800990_0d3150aef3_b.jpg)
Post by: stealth007s on April 25, 2013, 05:50:27 PM
What's the vial?
Post by: Boyo17 on April 25, 2013, 05:57:14 PM
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8399/8681352546_63df8fa8c2_c.jpg)
Post by: lowtech on April 25, 2013, 06:04:13 PM
Post by: Syph007 on April 25, 2013, 06:31:45 PM
This is something new! I really like the concept - What metal is "German silver"?
I think thats another name for nickel silver.
It is quite a unique locking mechanism, very nice design!
Post by: enki_ck on April 25, 2013, 07:06:15 PM
Thanks,,,,,,Not a vial but a Fenix ED01 flashlight
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8399/8681352546_63df8fa8c2_c.jpg)
Fenix ED01? :think: That's not a production model, is it? LD01 with a custom housing? Love the looks of it. Where did you get it?
Post by: Boyo17 on April 25, 2013, 07:10:15 PM
I machined the identity out of the LD01 and then made a couple of brass ends for it. It's not finished yet!!!!!
Post by: enki_ck on April 25, 2013, 07:13:56 PM
Post by: Boyo17 on April 25, 2013, 07:26:40 PM
This is the first torch that I've modded,,, but it won't be the last, the ideas come thick and fast
German Silver or Nickel Silver is used for coins, musical instruments etc ,, it's an alloy of copper, zinc and nickel. It's a bit like a silver coloured brass
Post by: stealth007s on April 25, 2013, 09:23:26 PM
I forgot to mention that I like the suspension clip as well. Is that one of your creations or did you buy it?
Post by: nuphoria on April 25, 2013, 10:26:16 PM
Post by: firiki on April 26, 2013, 12:46:29 AM
Here is my Wenger Alox soldier with German Silver scales, 3 brass liners and a blade lock of my own idea,,,,,,,,,, also a Work in progress Fenix ED01
When the catch is swivelled down,,,,,, a cam presses against the back springs stopping the blade from closing
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8119/8680801758_ec77369f24_b.jpg)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8519/8680800990_0d3150aef3_b.jpg)
:drool: Very, very cool that and a nice lock :gimme:
Congratulations :hatsoff:
Post by: Boyo17 on April 26, 2013, 08:44:34 AM
Boyo17:
I forgot to mention that I like the suspension clip as well. Is that one of your creations or did you buy it?
Yes that turned out well,,,, just a fold of German Silver and a couple of holes
Also the bolo GS and the ribbed Ti beads
Post by: rickinFL on April 27, 2013, 06:12:33 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/28/hepu6atu.jpg)
Post by: stealth007s on April 27, 2013, 08:19:30 PM
electric cadet plus
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/28/hepu6atu.jpg)
New mod? Nice :tu:
Post by: victor7000 on April 27, 2013, 10:48:39 PM
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-xRlAT9svdbg/UXwPfCiNyrI/AAAAAAAAHAM/0ZLS9BepMFk/s800/Mod%2520Farmer%2520scissors%2520Pruner%2520penblade%2520front%2520open.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-fYzInbWzSmY/UXwPfuqYJHI/AAAAAAAAHAk/uJn71SQxvAw/s800/Mod%2520Farmer%2520scissors%2520Pruner%2520penblade%2520inclined.jpg)
More pictures at swissknives.info (http://swissknives.info/farmer-with-scissors-pruning-and-small-blade/)
Post by: enki_ck on April 27, 2013, 11:13:15 PM
Post by: victor7000 on April 27, 2013, 11:24:55 PM
Now that's a beast. :o Did you make it?
Yes. I finished it today ;)
Post by: Syph007 on April 27, 2013, 11:42:42 PM
Now that's a beast. :o Did you make it?
Yes. I finished it today ;)
Very nice job on the rivets! :tu:
Post by: PTRSAK on April 28, 2013, 12:23:38 PM
A Farmer with scissors, pruning blade and small blade...
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-xRlAT9svdbg/UXwPfCiNyrI/AAAAAAAAHAM/0ZLS9BepMFk/s800/Mod%2520Farmer%2520scissors%2520Pruner%2520penblade%2520front%2520open.jpg)
Well played Sir. :hatsoff: you seem to have most of the cutting, chopping, slicing options covered there.
and +1 on the rivets comments... nice job
Post by: Gareth on April 28, 2013, 03:38:11 PM
Now that's a beast. :o Did you make it?
Yes. I finished it today ;)
Very nice job on the rivets! :tu:
Yes indeed! :salute:
Post by: PTRSAK on April 29, 2013, 03:09:42 PM
#1: The standard "small Climber scissors into a Cadet" mod... also using a "no keyring" spacer.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130429_221840_zps58bdf200.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20130429_221840_zps58bdf200.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130429_221658_zps341a50a7.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20130429_221658_zps341a50a7.jpg.html)
#2: A Mini-Farmer plus. A Used Cadet gets Wenger Scissors and Saw. 84mm small blade replacing the Cadet's nailfile.
only teaser pic's of this one, not quite finished...
All the new bits
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130429_222651_zpsb7e399a9.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20130429_222651_zpsb7e399a9.jpg.html)
Spring rests
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130429_222222_zps2f1a1dec.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20130429_222222_zps2f1a1dec.jpg.html)
No nail-nick saw protrudes for opening
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130429_222207_zpsfcabbd44.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20130429_222207_zpsfcabbd44.jpg.html)
Completed pic's in a day or two. Then into the mail...
Post by: papercut on April 29, 2013, 03:55:31 PM
Also, aren't those old school full tang mainblades I spy in the new model cadet scales?!?
;p
Post by: papercut on April 30, 2013, 01:38:01 AM
:p
Love the mods, fantastic work Peter. My alox traveller will soon be a shelf queen!
Post by: tattoosteve99 on April 30, 2013, 02:53:51 AM
It's a capital P
And 3 question marks ;)
Post by: papercut on April 30, 2013, 11:24:23 AM
Post by: Sr.Multiherramienta on May 03, 2013, 11:33:34 AM
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-aG8Ecj5Nu-Y/TunBwPAWsNI/AAAAAAAAB1k/9lrXzN_snbA/s1600/3.jpg)
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EzKCoRs39JA/TunBtjuIaoI/AAAAAAAAB1U/NQkpaYkDUvs/s1600/1.jpg)
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-sZf6RxdTcf0/TunBuyk0VkI/AAAAAAAAB1c/pKPLLswsGXs/s1600/2.jpg)
Post by: PTRSAK on May 03, 2013, 01:41:12 PM
Looking forward to the completed pics!
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130429_223200_zps29b98c81.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20130429_223200_zps29b98c81.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130429_222559_zpse635bcb9.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20130429_222559_zpse635bcb9.jpg.html)
Should be on the return journey by Monday...
Post by: papercut on May 03, 2013, 03:24:40 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on May 03, 2013, 11:41:03 PM
Post by: HankSolon on May 08, 2013, 01:45:09 AM
okay.... it's a 84mm Golfer
okay.... exposed rivets
oh and yes it has a hook with nailfile
oh and I have to admit those are plus scales... with pen! :)
(still needs some finish, but couldn't wait to show.... maybe this one gets a cross too)
Post by: Santos on May 08, 2013, 02:21:28 AM
Nothing special.... just a Golfer with ebony scales....:twak: :twak: :twak: :twak: :twak:
okay.... it's a 84mm Golfer
okay.... exposed rivets
oh and yes it has a hook with nailfile
oh and I have to admit those are plus scales... with pen! :)
(still needs some finish, but couldn't wait to show.... maybe this one gets a cross too)
:tu:
Post by: papercut on May 08, 2013, 04:36:25 AM
Cheers
Post by: HankSolon on May 08, 2013, 08:32:35 AM
Very Awesome Golfer. Pretty sweet, how did you do the hook with file bit. Which backspring did you use?
Cheers
Thx. I posted a similar Golfer before (actually it is that golfer, but I used a new scissor, which now has a good snap).
I think it was syph who posted a tutorial for a modern golfer with scissor backspring without hook. I used the same technique but with a modern backspring. That was a very fiddling job to do. The hook itself is a standard one with nailfile from a Victorinox Compact.
Post by: lowtech on May 08, 2013, 10:12:18 AM
No. Seriously, very nice work! :tu:
Post by: HankSolon on May 08, 2013, 11:22:32 AM
a) skip the idea of the Victorinox cross
b) put it on the opposite side (but wrong ... imho)
Currently I think about: Just to skip the idea.
Post by: victor7000 on May 08, 2013, 11:52:10 PM
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-gf0r6lZWgFw/UYVKEyd0g2I/AAAAAAAAHF8/D-QKI71kJqg/s800/DSCN2734_r.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-RddliREuzq0/UYVKDyaSWnI/AAAAAAAAHFk/vMpa4AbIDgs/s800/DSCN2730_r.jpg)
More pictures at swissknives.info (http://swissknives.info/splash-farmer-with-scissors/)
Post by: stealth007s on May 10, 2013, 05:28:33 AM
Post by: enki_ck on May 10, 2013, 11:55:39 AM
Love the scales on that Victor!¡! Where did you get them?
It was a run done by +B some time ago. Google "splash anodizing farmer" for more info. Never been a big fan of those myself. :shrug:
Post by: PTRSAK on May 10, 2013, 12:03:36 PM
Post by: Syph007 on May 10, 2013, 03:15:53 PM
Post by: nuphoria on May 10, 2013, 04:01:30 PM
Post by: enki_ck on May 10, 2013, 06:35:03 PM
Post by: victor7000 on May 10, 2013, 11:52:52 PM
The pinning looks very good though. Martin, what did you use, a hammer or a punch with a hole? And why did you decide for such big mushroom heads? :D They look cool though.
I use only a hammer and I love mushrooms :D
Post by: Gareth on May 13, 2013, 07:22:02 PM
The pinning looks very good though. Martin, what did you use, a hammer or a punch with a hole? And why did you decide for such big mushroom heads? :D They look cool though.
I use only a hammer and I love mushrooms :D
I love the fact you've modified one of Roger's SAKs. :D
Post by: nuphoria on May 14, 2013, 12:28:32 AM
Post by: chris.customworks on May 14, 2013, 01:42:14 PM
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/02/comp_s1056279.jpg)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/02/comp_s1056281.jpg)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/02/comp_s1056283.jpg)
Post by: HankSolon on May 14, 2013, 02:06:22 PM
I don't like to offend you, but posting similar scale exchanges (using the same technique) of standard knifes just with different woods is a bit boring imho. Just compared to other entries in this topic.
Post by: nuphoria on May 14, 2013, 03:00:44 PM
Post by: HankSolon on May 14, 2013, 03:16:08 PM
But my next projects will be variations of existing techniques I already posted (e.g. a Victorinox Compact with olive wood plus scales and exposed rivets for a friend of mine or a Explorer with file, a cybertool bit driver and watch case opener as a EDC for my dad with ebony plus scales with exposed rivets).
I don't think, that these 2 future knifes are exciting news or real show offs like a 84mm Golfer with a hook with nailfile. :)
Post by: Gareth on May 14, 2013, 03:18:09 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on May 14, 2013, 05:28:33 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on May 14, 2013, 05:47:10 PM
Wow there, all SAK mods, big or small, are very welcome in this thread. Be they scale swaps, tool mods, layer mods or total rebuilds, every single one belongs here.+1
When I first joined this site I asked if rubbing down the handle on my Svord was a 'mod' ? I was told yes its a modification to the original tool
So 'just' changing the scales is definitely a Mod and that should be praised, some of us want to do/see the 'easier' MODs :tu:
I also like too see how different woods look on a knife, Mto is almost a woodworkers reference library :cheers:
Post by: nuphoria on May 14, 2013, 07:04:41 PM
Post by: enki_ck on May 14, 2013, 07:16:34 PM
Post by: firiki on May 14, 2013, 08:48:09 PM
Now is a good time to say that one of the various reasons I joined MTO was because I wanted to see how I can enhance my grip on the swiss delights I got and maybe find out more on Micarta scales.
Since is a product is customised, be it embellishing or completely re-structuring a tool, that counts as a mod I think. Some are more substantial than others and even that is debatable ;) :cheers:
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on May 14, 2013, 10:28:09 PM
Post by: enki_ck on May 14, 2013, 10:42:41 PM
@HankSolon: Since I also like to simply rescale I feel prompted to apologize for not entertaining you enough
But you do it so well. :D I must have linked that Dovo "Executive" a half a dozen times already.
Anyone have a new mod. :whistle: I might have to make a mod myself just to get this thread back on topic. And I'm not very good at it. :facepalm:
Post by: HankSolon on May 14, 2013, 10:55:37 PM
He could have posted all woods together.
However it seems, that I'm the only one, who has an issue with that... ;)
Post by: HankSolon on May 14, 2013, 11:11:42 PM
(Background, I used my modified Hunter XT last camping trip and was very disappointed of using my main blade. The One hand rescue blade stinged into my hand, it was very uncomfortable. So I decided to exchange it.)
The tool configuration now is nearly a One Hand Fireman. But with a plain edge Main Blade and saw and serrated blade exchanged.
Post by: Sparky415 on May 14, 2013, 11:15:26 PM
Anyone have a new mod. :whistle: I might have to make a mod myself just to get this thread back on topic. And I'm not very good at it. :facepalm:
I've been Moding' something today but its not a SAK and its not finished so I won't attach this picture :D
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/New%20knife/14052013067.jpg) (http://s112.photobucket.com/user/sparky_415/media/New%20knife/14052013067.jpg.html)
:cheers:
Post by: nuphoria on May 15, 2013, 12:07:18 AM
Post by: Sparky415 on May 15, 2013, 01:06:10 AM
Did you do the horn scales Tony?
;)
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,29267.new.html#new
::)
Post by: chris.customworks on May 15, 2013, 08:16:46 AM
@ HankSolon: Sorry for annoying you with my posts. But I just love rescaling SAKs with fine woods. And because of all the positive feedback I got so far ^^ I think I will continue posting pictures here from time to time. But due to your criticism I will step up efforts to entertain you with tool-combo-mods in the future :)
Best regards,
Chris
Post by: HankSolon on May 15, 2013, 09:05:06 AM
@ HankSolon: (...) But due to your criticism I will step up efforts to entertain you with tool-combo-mods in the future :)
Nice one. Criticism is not allways negative and you took it sportingly. :cheers:
I understand your love for wood maybe much more than others. :D
Cheers,
Henry
Post by: enki_ck on May 15, 2013, 11:58:37 AM
Anyone have a new mod. :whistle: I might have to make a mod myself just to get this thread back on topic. And I'm not very good at it. :facepalm:
I've been Moding' something today but its not a SAK and its not finished so I won't attach this picture :D
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/New%20knife/14052013067.jpg) (http://s112.photobucket.com/user/sparky_415/media/New%20knife/14052013067.jpg.html)
:cheers:
:D
:2tu:
Post by: nuphoria on May 15, 2013, 01:12:18 PM
Post by: Sidhartha on May 15, 2013, 07:23:58 PM
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on May 15, 2013, 08:48:27 PM
(http://up.picr.de/14484463bz.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/14484466sx.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/14484648kh.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on May 15, 2013, 10:31:10 PM
Sidhartha, Thanks! :) Bad smell bad smell bad smell :ahhh
Sunshine, Those are very well done :tu: they almost look like polished stones
Post by: chris.customworks on May 16, 2013, 07:04:36 AM
Post by: firiki on May 16, 2013, 11:11:59 AM
Plain black Micarta Prince:tu: :tu:
I've been Moding' something today but its not a SAK and its not finished so I won't attach this picture :D
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/New%20knife/14052013067.jpg) (http://s112.photobucket.com/user/sparky_415/media/New%20knife/14052013067.jpg.html)
:cheers:
Clip point + horn. :drool: :drool:
Post by: HankSolon on May 20, 2013, 01:14:20 PM
It's gone so much rebuilds now, I can't remember how much I have done.... But after all these iterations for me it is the most useful knife for camping now...
Post by: papercut on May 20, 2013, 02:21:38 PM
Post by: HankSolon on May 20, 2013, 02:42:32 PM
Furthermore, getting a serrated rescue blade is quite expensive....
Post by: nj2656 on May 20, 2013, 04:57:17 PM
Post by: crackout on May 20, 2013, 05:08:32 PM
Post by: HankSolon on May 20, 2013, 06:22:09 PM
I realize again how crazy we are.... :-D
Post by: nuphoria on May 20, 2013, 08:45:48 PM
Post by: Syph007 on May 20, 2013, 08:48:33 PM
How useful are the scissors in that position?
I wonder how much hacking would be needed to make the scissors fold out from the end. Probably not enough room as the backspring need room to move at the end, but it would be a neat possibilty. Actually one could thin the end of the backspring to allow room, then pin the scissors there between the liners. Hmm but then it would have any snap.. oh well. :D
Post by: nuphoria on May 20, 2013, 08:49:55 PM
Post by: HankSolon on May 20, 2013, 10:02:44 PM
How useful are the scissors in that position?
Quite useful. For me there are two ways to use them. I prefere cutting with the thumb.
Post by: nuphoria on May 21, 2013, 02:50:06 AM
Hope you find it useful though :)
Post by: HankSolon on May 23, 2013, 09:26:21 PM
Build up a Victorinox Manicure for a friend of mine...
Post by: HankSolon on May 23, 2013, 10:40:17 PM
A self made red Alox Vagabond. I tried to work more accurate, but it's very difficult. Maybe you notice one or two pins which are not perfect and some very, very tiny scratches. But this knife is intended to get used. It will get more, i guess. :)
But all in all it's not that bad for being hand made and hand peened.
Btw... more will follow and of course they are intended to get sold, if there are people who like it.
Post by: lowtech on May 24, 2013, 07:57:05 AM
Would be a repair or mod, wouldn´t it? ::)
I guess I´ll have to PM you again.
Post by: HankSolon on May 24, 2013, 11:06:45 PM
Notice... not one single scratch on the scale and pins are even. Nearly perfect, imho.
Black Alox will arrive soon. More fun.
Post by: rickinFL on May 26, 2013, 07:14:13 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/27/ysy7eme8.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on May 26, 2013, 07:50:31 PM
Post by: kkokkolis on May 26, 2013, 08:44:43 PM
The Hunter is really, really, really ready now..... :D
It's gone so much rebuilds now, I can't remember how much I have done.... But after all these iterations for me it is the most useful knife for camping now...
I like this knife a LOT! :salute:
Post by: firiki on May 27, 2013, 02:06:13 AM
Stock Pioneer with scissors.:drool: :drool: :D
Post by: kirk13 on May 29, 2013, 06:40:37 PM
Taken two days :poh: because I just couldn't get the reassembly right yesterday.Today it just all dropped into place...literally! :sak:
Pictures soon,its time for a well deserved cuppa!
Post by: Gareth on May 29, 2013, 06:52:45 PM
Post by: kirk13 on May 29, 2013, 07:31:37 PM
When I was struggling yesterday,I tried a non hook backspring.Today I hadn't even stopped to think about it until I had the first two layers in place.On reflection,I couldn't face striping the knife back again,and in the end,meh...it's a hook :shrug:
The scales were an ascetic choice.At work I now have three or four assorted pens to hand,and I fancied the odd colour combo.All in all,rather pleased :D
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image_zps7e69ee4f.jpg) (http://s782.photobucket.com/user/kirk130013/media/image_zps7e69ee4f.jpg.html)
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image_zps53398141.jpg) (http://s782.photobucket.com/user/kirk130013/media/image_zps53398141.jpg.html)
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image_zps69d3aaeb.jpg) (http://s782.photobucket.com/user/kirk130013/media/image_zps69d3aaeb.jpg.html)
With my other mods to date
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image_zpse58bc405.jpg) (http://s782.photobucket.com/user/kirk130013/media/image_zpse58bc405.jpg.html)
Post by: HankSolon on May 29, 2013, 09:49:43 PM
Post by: lowtech on May 29, 2013, 09:51:52 PM
Nice Mod anyways. :tu:
Post by: kirk13 on May 29, 2013, 09:53:22 PM
He wasted a Scissors backsprings without backtool..... He said Jehova!!!! :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
I'm guessing you like those for Alox mods?
Post by: HankSolon on May 29, 2013, 09:59:19 PM
I'm guessing you like those for Alox mods?
Nope, for wenger wrench on on 91mm Vic
look (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?topic=44693.0)
Post by: enki_ck on May 29, 2013, 09:59:41 PM
He wasted a Scissors backsprings without backtool..... He said Jehova!!!! :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
I'm guessing it was Kirky's fault. :think:
Post by: enki_ck on May 29, 2013, 10:00:13 PM
Post by: kirk13 on May 29, 2013, 10:09:46 PM
Nicely done. :tu: I like it.
Thank you sir :salute:
I'm guessing you like those for Alox mods?
Nope, for wenger wrench on on 91mm Vic
look (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?topic=44693.0)
Might have another going spare in the near future...guessing you'd be interested?
Post by: HankSolon on May 29, 2013, 10:12:09 PM
Post by: crackout on May 29, 2013, 10:23:34 PM
Post by: enki_ck on May 29, 2013, 10:41:51 PM
Post by: HankSolon on May 31, 2013, 12:36:35 AM
Post by: crackout on May 31, 2013, 08:49:46 AM
Post by: HankSolon on May 31, 2013, 09:45:12 AM
That peening looks ace! :salute:
Thx, I figured out, that protecting the scales with electrical tape gives you very good hints where you actually peen, even if you have a bigger hammer.
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on June 01, 2013, 06:51:41 PM
(http://up.picr.de/14689577wq.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/14689583ae.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on June 01, 2013, 07:03:26 PM
Nice job Sunshine :tu:
Post by: HankSolon on June 02, 2013, 10:04:00 AM
The knife is serviceable.
I wasn't happy with the snap of the scissors of my EDC, a custom 84mm golfer (with hook).
old version:
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/02/emuja4yh.jpg)
So i drilled the rivets, disassembled the knife, did some grinding on the custom spring and reassembled it.
Another thing is regarding exposed rivets. If you grind them down to the level of the wood, then the tools (and the knife itself) may become shaky.
To make it more stable I produced some decent mushrooms.
Post by: PTRSAK on June 02, 2013, 11:28:22 AM
Ebony Waiter
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130412_101106_zps21cea0ea.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20130412_101106_zps21cea0ea.jpg.html)
Post by: HankSolon on June 02, 2013, 11:40:24 AM
I have found that cutting a slight countersink in the wooden scales before peening allows you to sand the pins off flush and still have them hold tight.
That's practicable. I thought about that idea too, but disregarded it, since i wanted to have those mushrooms. Your way gives an option for different wishes. And in both cases you may drill it again.
How is the longterm experience? I expect mushrooms to be more tighter than countersunk and flat sanded rivets. But i think your option is maybe tight enough, too. But even for heavy duty jobs?
Post by: Sparky415 on June 02, 2013, 02:15:53 PM
I haven't done much peining yet and some of it looks like yours with the raised mushroom heads
I found the edges are very sharp and would soon cut holes in my pockets, how do yours feel?
I might need a bigger hammer? :think:
Post by: HankSolon on June 02, 2013, 04:12:22 PM
I have custom sandpaper for my proxxon. From 280 - 1000 grit.
And believe me: 1000 grit sandpaper@20.000rpm can create mirror surfaces on metal.
For the rivets I use 600grit@5.000rpm
Post by: PTRSAK on June 03, 2013, 03:35:38 PM
Post by: oneho on June 07, 2013, 10:41:24 PM
Old Victorinox Bundeswehr, blade replaced for new, 3,2mm inox steel pivot, grip is G-10
(http://www.kudolani.com/noze/vin_bw1.jpg)
(http://www.kudolani.com/noze/vin_bw2.jpg)
(http://www.kudolani.com/noze/vin_bw3.jpg)
(http://www.kudolani.com/noze/vin_bw4.jpg)
Post by: Syph007 on June 07, 2013, 10:43:01 PM
My next rebuilt.
Old Victorinox Bundeswehr, blade replaced for new, 3,2mm inox steel pivot, grip is G-10
(http://www.kudolani.com/noze/vin_bw1.jpg)
WOW! That is fantastic! Congrats on a beauty there. :tu:
Is the texture applied to the scales by hand?
Post by: HankSolon on June 07, 2013, 11:06:06 PM
You didn't glue the scales to the outer liners?
How is the grip compared to a dual grip version? Is it a kind of slippy when its getting wet?
Have you drilled every hole to 3,2mm? (Especially the inner pins)
What I like most: This knife can be repaired or cleaned easily. A good choice for camping.
Post by: kirk13 on June 07, 2013, 11:06:35 PM
My next rebuilt.
Old Victorinox Bundeswehr, blade replaced for new, 3,2mm inox steel pivot, grip is G-10
WOW! That is fantastic! Congrats on a beauty there. :tu:
+1 on that!Absolutely awesome :drool:
Post by: oneho on June 07, 2013, 11:32:57 PM
The scales are not glued, they are only screwed. Each tool is drilled to 3,2mm. Inox steel tube with convulsion in each hole. All screwed together.
I want to add a clip and replace the aluminium plates for inox.
The texture was made by microtools Dremel.
Post by: sawman on June 12, 2013, 06:37:29 PM
Post by: nuphoria on June 12, 2013, 10:55:34 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on June 17, 2013, 10:08:40 AM
Broken Awl, bent Corkscrew, very used looking blades and everything was very stiff to open.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/SChamp_Before1_zpsb574fb2f.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/SChamp_Before1_zpsb574fb2f.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/SChamp_Before2_zps9ebd4548.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/SChamp_Before2_zps9ebd4548.jpg.html)
Pulled it apart along with a Spartan of the same age (grooved Corkscrew, sewing eye Awl, same tang stamps) that was a typical "carried a lot, used a little" knife as a donor for the needed parts.
I had a pair of Camel bone blanks sitting around so I made up a pair of "Jigged and Flamed" scales to fit (including Pen slot).
The old workhorse looks a bit better now...
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130617_173422_zps98d8519c.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20130617_173422_zps98d8519c.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130617_173441_zpsaeaa96be.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20130617_173441_zpsaeaa96be.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130617_173525_zpse313328a.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20130617_173525_zpse313328a.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130617_173545_zpsd34c6447.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20130617_173545_zpsd34c6447.jpg.html)
Post by: HankSolon on June 17, 2013, 11:28:57 AM
Restored an old knife AND individual scales AND made Exposed rivets AND tools inside the scales. I'm deeply impressed. Good work! :tu:
Post by: enki_ck on June 17, 2013, 01:29:13 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on June 17, 2013, 02:57:57 PM
Very nice job Peter :tu:
Post by: Monrogue on June 17, 2013, 03:55:55 PM
Post by: enki_ck on June 17, 2013, 04:11:01 PM
I don't know if my two Syph mods count for me to post as I didn't mod them myself, but I would love to post pics here later tonight :D
NO. You'll get banned if you do! :rant:
:rofl:
Maybe we can let this one slide, but only cause it's you. :D Looking forward to the pics.
Post by: Monrogue on June 17, 2013, 04:18:21 PM
I don't know if my two Syph mods count for me to post as I didn't mod them myself, but I would love to post pics here later tonight :D
NO. You'll get banned if you do! :rant:
:rofl:
Maybe we can let this one slide, but only cause it's you. :D Looking forward to the pics.
:rofl: Thanks for the special priveleges enki ;) I'm looking forward to posting them :D
Post by: Monrogue on June 18, 2013, 05:49:19 AM
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/IMG_1839_zps182e1d1d.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/IMG_1839_zps182e1d1d.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/IMG_1835_zpsdf410a3d.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/IMG_1835_zpsdf410a3d.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/IMG_1833_zps210954ec.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/IMG_1833_zps210954ec.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/IMG_1837_zps7c4dba20.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/IMG_1837_zps7c4dba20.jpg.html)
Post by: Monrogue on June 18, 2013, 05:53:43 AM
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/IMG_1840_zpsd7eaf162.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/IMG_1840_zpsd7eaf162.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/IMG_1845_zps5a4c22d3.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/IMG_1845_zps5a4c22d3.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/IMG_1842_zpsf55d1ae3.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/IMG_1842_zpsf55d1ae3.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/IMG_1846_zps114d0387.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/IMG_1846_zps114d0387.jpg.html)
Post by: stealth007s on June 18, 2013, 06:18:38 AM
As I stated in the "What's your latest SAK?" thread, nice one Mon and great job Robert!¡!
Post by: MadPlumbarian on June 18, 2013, 06:35:43 AM
Post by: Jailbird on June 18, 2013, 06:09:10 PM
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk 2
Post by: Sparky415 on June 18, 2013, 06:21:57 PM
Damn! That alox mod is awesome! Congrats on that one.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk 2
+1 Great set of tools :drool:
Post by: Monrogue on June 18, 2013, 09:17:44 PM
Damn! That alox mod is awesome! Congrats on that one.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk 2
+1 Great set of tools :drool:
Thanks guys :salute: It's a beast for sure :tu:
Post by: HankSolon on July 07, 2013, 02:17:13 PM
Post by: enki_ck on July 07, 2013, 02:22:27 PM
Post by: Gareth on July 08, 2013, 01:07:36 PM
Post by: rickinFL on July 11, 2013, 04:37:52 AM
Post by: PTRSAK on July 11, 2013, 06:21:30 AM
Post by: Gareth on July 12, 2013, 10:49:09 AM
Post by: Jailbird on July 12, 2013, 06:31:07 PM
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk 2
Post by: Nhoj on July 12, 2013, 11:23:11 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on July 13, 2013, 09:35:34 AM
Glow in the dark powder mixed with epoxy resin maybe? :think:
Post by: Syph007 on July 13, 2013, 01:28:47 PM
http://usaknifemaker.com/handle-material-hardware-c-95/acrylic-moon-glow-1-16-x1-5-x5-scales.html
Post by: rickinFL on July 13, 2013, 02:30:02 PM
Ive only seen the green in the knife supply places.
http://usaknifemaker.com/handle-material-hardware-c-95/acrylic-moon-glow-1-16-x1-5-x5-scales.html
And they seem to always be out of stock.
Post by: Sparky415 on July 13, 2013, 05:24:40 PM
Ive only seen the green in the knife supply places.
http://usaknifemaker.com/handle-material-hardware-c-95/acrylic-moon-glow-1-16-x1-5-x5-scales.html
And they seem to always be out of stock.
That stuff is :drool:
Post by: rickinFL on July 13, 2013, 08:57:06 PM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/set_zpsbb02adde.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/copper_zps400fa435.jpg)
Post by: kirk13 on July 14, 2013, 12:46:33 AM
Post by: crackout on July 14, 2013, 06:48:45 PM
More here (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,40005.msg750193.html#msg750193).
Post by: Monrogue on July 14, 2013, 10:31:15 PM
(http://img853.imageshack.us/img853/97/s2fq.jpg)
More here (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,40005.msg750193.html#msg750193).
That's a cool SAK crackout :tu: Very blade-y 8)
Post by: HankSolon on July 18, 2013, 11:22:40 PM
Post by: lowtech on July 19, 2013, 08:27:50 AM
Post by: HankSolon on July 19, 2013, 01:18:48 PM
Post by: Syph007 on July 19, 2013, 02:04:03 PM
I ruined a few sets of scales trying to rivet, got frustrated and never tried again.
Post by: crackout on July 19, 2013, 07:27:40 PM
More images here (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,40005.msg752369.html#msg752369).
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 19, 2013, 07:48:02 PM
Post by: xdalaw on July 19, 2013, 08:47:05 PM
(http://imageshack.us/a/img856/7774/khwk.jpg)
More images here (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,40005.msg752369.html#msg752369).
Beautiful. Want one. : )
Post by: microbe on July 21, 2013, 04:22:41 PM
hmmm red I already had.... let's try black ;)
Very nice work!
Post by: enki_ck on July 21, 2013, 04:56:39 PM
hmmm red I already had.... let's try black ;)
Very nice work!
Welcome to the forum. :cheers:
Post by: rickinFL on July 22, 2013, 01:01:54 AM
Post by: PTRSAK on July 22, 2013, 01:36:54 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/IMG_4093_zps4a5c5924.jpg).
Now, that's pretty cool.
Post by: Monrogue on July 22, 2013, 02:08:49 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/IMG_4093_zps4a5c5924.jpg)
That is awesome :tu:
Post by: schmanto on July 24, 2013, 06:27:20 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/25/y6uqahep.jpg)
Post by: HankSolon on July 24, 2013, 08:18:58 PM
Post by: HankSolon on July 29, 2013, 09:54:25 PM
Post by: Sr.Multiherramienta on July 29, 2013, 10:01:05 PM
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-5h_zpup8fHI/UfaOHi8JRsI/AAAAAAAAEx8/XLfW76IgT4A/s1600/P7290085B.jpg)
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-o148yUVUOoM/UfaOHgTtqEI/AAAAAAAAEyA/v6XIuuRf76E/s1600/P7290091B.jpg)
Thanks again to Syph007 for the piece!
Post by: HankSolon on July 31, 2013, 12:19:10 AM
- Watchmaker tool instead of small blade
- Cybertool bit driver
- long nail file (!!!!!!)
- Ebony Plus scales, treated with "Hartöl"
- the newest mag glass (with real glas lens)
- the older phillips (but not the very old)
Basically it's an Explorer with additional Cybertool. The toolset was chosen by my father. It's his birthday-present.
Post by: Nhoj on July 31, 2013, 12:21:50 AM
A Cyber-Watch-Explorer withHe's going to be one happy man!!!
- Watchmaker tool instead of small blade
- Cybertool bit driver
- long nail file (!!!!!!)
- Ebony Plus scales, treated with "Hartöl"
- the newest mag glass (with real glas lens)
- the older phillips (but not the very old)
Basically it's an Explorer with additional Cybertool. The toolset was chosen by my father. It's his birthday-present.
Post by: Monrogue on July 31, 2013, 12:22:50 AM
Post by: crackout on July 31, 2013, 08:24:18 AM
Post by: HankSolon on July 31, 2013, 08:57:26 AM
Any problems adding the long nailfile (especially the pivot)?
Actually no. The pivot (we are speaking of the 5th one, right?) was very tight and hold together the two liners of the long nail file. So instead of removing the pivot and making a new one I let the liners together and transferred them to the new knife. Adding the very strange backspring and scissor was not that difficult. But you have to use some force. :-)
The really ugly part was, that I had to cut something out of the liners of the LNF. Because the Cybertool driver was very next to it... And such a LNF is quite expensive, I had a little fear destroying something (I bought two climbers with LNF from a german shop... they are sold out btw).
Post by: HankSolon on August 03, 2013, 08:28:32 PM
I sent it to Victorinox. And it was very nice, indeed. But I felt, that this was the perfect base for my personal beast.
I already had a working knife (base was a swisschamp; added cybertool, watch opener and LED; look at the first pic)
But I allways liked the old blades and of course the old awl. The corkscrew I never used, so I replaced it with an old phillips. This has a small nail file. Hmm this was cute an rough, but I allways liked a long nailfile too. So I added it too.
I had an old small blade. So what about the watch opener now? Well as I was allways jealous about the universal wrench of my girlfriends knife, I added a universal wrench/watch opener layer.
I think that was all. Sorry for talking so much. I hope you enjoy the pics.
Oh, there is one more thing:
Of course it has custom scales, too. Buffalo horn scales with plus tools. :)
I just smurfed up two pins, I'm afraid. ;)
Post by: HankSolon on August 03, 2013, 08:29:37 PM
Post by: stealth007s on August 03, 2013, 08:41:06 PM
Post by: chris.customworks on August 05, 2013, 01:40:50 PM
(http://messerforum.net/fotoalbum/data/1808/comp_s1057513.jpg)
(http://messerforum.net/fotoalbum/data/1808/comp_s1057516.jpg)
(http://messerforum.net/fotoalbum/data/1808/comp_s1057529.jpg)
Post by: HankSolon on August 05, 2013, 08:32:15 PM
Post by: chris.customworks on August 06, 2013, 11:47:50 AM
@Chris: Nice work, but imho you should have considered horn scales.... ;)
Thank you! Maybe next time ;) :D
Post by: HankSolon on August 06, 2013, 11:51:26 AM
A Mike Horn Horn Ranger.... Or a Mike Horn² Ranger :D
Post by: crackout on August 06, 2013, 12:19:43 PM
Ah... nevermind. ::)
Post by: Nhoj on August 06, 2013, 05:28:55 PM
Horny Mike Horn Ranger?:rofl:
Ah... nevermind. ::)
Post by: microbe on August 06, 2013, 11:11:13 PM
Some other pics.
Nice work Hank! I like it a lot!
Post by: HankSolon on August 06, 2013, 11:26:58 PM
But this last mod was the most expensive I've done so far. Just keep in mind:
- a 1960s Fisherman which was repaired at Victorinox (for outer tools)
- a Cybertool (for Cybertool bit driver)
- a Watchmaker knife (for watch opener which was peanuts afterall)
- a Climber with Long nail file which I took apart
- a new Swisschamp
- a Spartan with LED
- one Wenger with Universal wrench
- my work hours for custom horn scales....
And this just for having something unique... oh my.... :ahhh :twak:
Post by: chris.customworks on August 09, 2013, 08:13:31 PM
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/06/comp_s1057484.jpg?w=1200)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/06/comp_s1057492.jpg?w=900)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/06/comp_s1057495.jpg?w=1200)
For more pics and infos feel free to visit my blog! :)
Best regards
Chris
Post by: vol7 on September 02, 2013, 12:20:52 AM
I want to put 91mm scissors in 84mm Vic, con anyone have idea how to do it?
Post by: kahyja on September 02, 2013, 01:06:41 AM
Hi!
I want to put 91mm scissors in 84mm Vic, con anyone have idea how to do it?
Check out Syph007 (Adventures into alox) topic in the mod forum :cheers:
Post by: Syph007 on September 02, 2013, 02:09:41 AM
Hi!
I want to put 91mm scissors in 84mm Vic, con anyone have idea how to do it?
Ah, Ive got it documented here.
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,42774.0.html
cheers
Post by: HankSolon on September 02, 2013, 07:09:49 AM
Hi!
I want to put 91mm scissors in 84mm Vic, con anyone have idea how to do it?
Ah, Ive got it documented here.
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,42774.0.html
cheers
Don't forget the hook (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,5287.msg702703.html#msg702703) on a 84mm frame. :D
Post by: vol7 on September 02, 2013, 05:07:48 PM
Post by: HankSolon on September 29, 2013, 02:33:06 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/29/ma9adu3u.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/29/yregabu6.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/29/adagyhuz.jpg)
I know someone who cannot wait for it. :)
Post by: enki_ck on September 29, 2013, 02:39:29 PM
Thanks for giving it a bump with a very nice repinning job, Henry. :cheers:
Post by: lowtech on September 29, 2013, 06:14:16 PM
Too bad only the models with backtools rest properly on the Stand.
The slot for the awl fits perfectly, although it shows the "backside" without the cross off.
Post by: tattoosteve99 on September 29, 2013, 07:33:10 PM
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz5/tattoosteve99/1C64C55C-3810-4301-9B22-442835A7BF85-3394-0000030EA07DFE72_zps73f30d6d.jpg)
Post by: crackout on September 29, 2013, 10:42:36 PM
Post by: lowtech on September 29, 2013, 10:55:41 PM
:hatsoff:
Post by: tattoosteve99 on October 06, 2013, 08:26:24 PM
Post by: nuphoria on October 06, 2013, 10:34:58 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on October 07, 2013, 02:26:19 AM
Going to revamp my EDC sak mod with some new black ha3 scales(thanks to syph) with nickel/stainless pins ;)Well I guess brass pins it is. The stainless/nickel was so hard it took me 1 hour to peen 1 side of a pin. Lol
Post by: jrp316 on October 07, 2013, 03:31:44 AM
Going to revamp my EDC sak mod with some new black ha3 scales(thanks to syph) with nickel/stainless pins ;)Well I guess brass pins it is. The stainless/nickel was so hard it took me 1 hour to peen 1 side of a pin. Lol
Nickel/silver might work out a bit better for you. I'm a brass man myself.
Post by: tattoosteve99 on October 07, 2013, 04:04:11 AM
Had some of that. It was to soft so it must have been a bad batch idkGoing to revamp my EDC sak mod with some new black ha3 scales(thanks to syph) with nickel/stainless pins ;)Well I guess brass pins it is. The stainless/nickel was so hard it took me 1 hour to peen 1 side of a pin. Lol
Nickel/silver might work out a bit better for you. I'm a brass man myself.
Post by: HankSolon on October 07, 2013, 08:54:20 AM
"Nothing special" Hank? Well, it puts the bar pretty high in here :cheers:
Thx. :D :cheers: But I've seen a lot of excellent peening jobs in here. Sidharta for instance. He has a very good technique not to harm the scales.
Post by: nuphoria on October 07, 2013, 09:26:11 AM
Post by: Reinier on October 07, 2013, 03:53:06 PM
- long nail file (!!!!!!)
Wow those LNF mods are awesome! :tu:
Post by: HankSolon on October 07, 2013, 04:38:12 PM
A restored Small Climber with LNF will follow soon. Will be my personal EDC, next to my workhorse, which also has a LNF.
Oh, and I just purchased a knife with LNF which will be customized, too. Maybe a Cyberexplorer, with LED instead of phillips. :drool: But in that case, I have to sell one knife, because I don't want to collect, but use them.... But I can't.... AM I LNF-CRAZY? :ahhh
Post by: victor7000 on October 10, 2013, 10:36:33 PM
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-s2_TbeYFl3c/UlGngD9-LyI/AAAAAAAAIYY/92PiuAzOzTg/s800/DSCN5153_r.jpg)
The blade was made by André Perret.
More pictures and info, see my blog (http://swissknives.info/damascus-farmer/)
Post by: sticktodrum on October 10, 2013, 11:06:30 PM
Post by: enki_ck on October 10, 2013, 11:13:17 PM
Post by: victor7000 on October 10, 2013, 11:19:57 PM
Very nice work. :cheers: I bet it wasn't easy parting with it after the mod was done. :D
:cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: ;)
Post by: pfrsantos on October 14, 2013, 12:07:38 PM
Clip from Uni-ball eye pen (by Mitsubishi) + Spartan = :tu:
Carrying it today for the 1st time, success so far!
:D 8)
Post by: chris.customworks on October 18, 2013, 07:38:59 AM
Wenger 580 White Royal Ebony Clipper
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/comp_s1057724.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/comp_s1057727.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/comp_s1057730.jpg?w=600)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/comp_s1057732.jpg?w=800)
8)
Post by: Sidhartha on October 22, 2013, 07:52:19 AM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on October 22, 2013, 09:03:43 AM
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Post by: Zed on October 22, 2013, 09:05:46 AM
Post by: borro on October 22, 2013, 10:59:58 AM
Post by: chris.customworks on October 22, 2013, 11:14:40 AM
@ all: Thank you for your positive feedback! :)
Post by: chris.customworks on November 08, 2013, 08:33:04 AM
A Victorinox Yeoman Plus Mechanic with scales of brushed Green-Canvas-Micarta on a base of red fiber.
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/10/comp_s1057876.jpg?w=600)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/10/comp_s1057879.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/10/comp_s1057887.jpg?w=600)
Post by: Sparky415 on November 08, 2013, 09:28:50 AM
Nothing major but added a clip to my explorer :tu:
:tu: Where did you find the clip Paul?
The Green with the the Red liners looks really good Chris :drool:
Post by: PTRSAK on November 08, 2013, 10:00:22 AM
I like it so much it has tended to be a bit of a shelf queen. :facepalm:
Must carry it sometimes.
Post by: Monrogue on November 08, 2013, 02:36:53 PM
Post by: rickinFL on November 10, 2013, 08:47:01 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/11/9a4equry.jpg)
Post by: kirk13 on November 10, 2013, 09:24:25 PM
Extra Large Bantam
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/11/9a4equry.jpg)
:drool:
Post by: HankSolon on November 11, 2013, 08:48:34 AM
Extra Large Bantam
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/11/9a4equry.jpg)
Nice work. But I can recommend the use of a chisel for the pins. I made a custom round head chisel which I use for last steps of peening. It's more precise than a peening hammer and creates a good finish. Also the danger of peening too hard is reduced. I can see that the pins of your bantam have some little space to the scales. ;)
Post by: rickinFL on November 11, 2013, 09:01:34 AM
Extra Large Bantam
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/11/9a4equry.jpg)
Nice work. But I can recommend the use of a chisel for the pins. I made a custom round head chisel which I use for last steps of peening. It's more precise than a peening hammer and creates a good finish. Also the danger of peening too hard is reduced. I can see that the pins of your bantam have some little space to the scales. ;)
photo was at tap #500. tap #1000 took care of the gap.
Good advice though. Any photos of that tool would be appreciated.
Post by: crackout on November 11, 2013, 02:18:56 PM
Saw and scissors for extra beef. Classic silver scales. A beauty.
In order to have the pivots extend as much into the scales as possible I used flat button head screws and only minimal sinking. The snap is intense.
(http://img401.imageshack.us/img401/3900/jz3i.jpg)
Post by: sawman on November 11, 2013, 03:51:56 PM
Finished another super Cadet yesterday.No offense to Syph, but I much prefer your button head screws. They look so much better IMO. Do you do mods for a fee?
Saw and scissors for extra beef. Classic silver scales. A beauty.
In order to have the pivots extend as much into the scales as possible I used flat button head screws and only minimal sinking. The snap is intense.
(http://img401.imageshack.us/img401/3900/jz3i.jpg)
Post by: crackout on November 11, 2013, 04:44:21 PM
I'm sure though Syph will gladly use button heads if you want them. :)
That is if you want a 93.
Post by: Farmman on November 11, 2013, 05:50:03 PM
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Post by: Gareth on November 11, 2013, 06:01:49 PM
Post by: Monrogue on November 11, 2013, 06:16:35 PM
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Post by: Syph007 on November 11, 2013, 07:14:25 PM
Actually I don't.
I'm sure though Syph will gladly use button heads if you want them. :)
That is if you want a 93.
Ya the funny thing is those button heads are what come with the pivots. I used to use them when I started, but most people wanted them flush, so I just switched over to the countersunk style screws as standard, but have many hundreds of the button style.
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom011/IMG_2411.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on November 11, 2013, 07:55:45 PM
Actually I don't.
I'm sure though Syph will gladly use button heads if you want them. :)
That is if you want a 93.
Ya the funny thing is those button heads are what come with the pivots. I used to use them when I started, but most people wanted them flush, so I just switched over to the countersunk style screws as standard, but have many hundreds of the button style.
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom011/IMG_2411.jpg)
Did that Urban Pioneer travel to Finland? The shade of the blue looks familiar. :D
Post by: Farmman on November 11, 2013, 08:27:04 PM
Congratulations on your first mod mate. :tu: Planning on doing any others now?funny you should ask, as I have most of a champ in bits and a pile of DOE's. Tonight Mathew one of them will be transformed into a yoman for around the house carry. May also put together Sammy's first Sak with a butter blade and some of the other leftover bits
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Post by: PTRSAK on November 11, 2013, 10:34:48 PM
Sorry for the crappy cell phone PIC however here is my first 91mm mod (added the pliers) to an explorer. Also coloured the mag glass using lather dye. However it could have done with being in there a bit longer.
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Deluxe-Explorer? Explorer-Mechanic? :think: Explier :) what would be the naming convention here?
Post by: PTRSAK on November 11, 2013, 10:36:18 PM
Congratulations on your first mod mate. :tu: Planning on doing any others now?funny you should ask, as I have most of a champ in bits and a pile of DOE's. Tonight Mathew one of them will be transformed into a yoman for around the house carry. May also put together Sammy's first Sak with a butter blade and some of the other leftover bits
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Sounds like the mod bug has bitten. Have fun :tu:
Post by: Farmman on November 12, 2013, 12:41:14 AM
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Post by: Chaka on November 12, 2013, 05:16:35 PM
Ti heat anodized, acid etched tools...
(http://i.imgur.com/kbN9zZB.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/LppppVi.jpg)
Need to find some flat head screws, but that's almost impossible here...
Post by: jrp316 on November 12, 2013, 05:43:21 PM
Not as pretty as other mods but i like it.... a lot. :D
Ti heat anodized, acid etched tools...
(http://i.imgur.com/kbN9zZB.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/LppppVi.jpg)
Need to find some flat head screws, but that's almost impossible here...
Me likes that much. Especially the faded in cross on top. It does my heart good to see all the mods coming out here recently; I need to get back on the stick with some 58mm jobs.
Post by: lowtech on November 12, 2013, 06:02:29 PM
What size screws do you ned?
Post by: rickinFL on November 12, 2013, 06:59:56 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/13/vejuvane.jpg)
Post by: Chaka on November 12, 2013, 07:28:55 PM
Uhhhh... Nice!
What size screws do you ned?
Those are 0-80 screws.
BTW... There are some parts from the classics you sent to me in there. Thanks lowtech. :cheers:
Post by: enki_ck on November 12, 2013, 07:41:49 PM
Post by: Chaka on November 12, 2013, 08:02:31 PM
Thinking of doing the same to the 93mm alox and change the scales to ti... but this stuff is hard as hell with the limited tools i have...
Post by: lowtech on November 12, 2013, 09:21:30 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 12, 2013, 09:40:25 PM
Post by: Chaka on November 14, 2013, 12:43:00 AM
Posted with two thumbs...
Post by: rickinFL on November 16, 2013, 03:29:34 PM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/IMG_0166_zps34eea560.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on November 16, 2013, 03:45:10 PM
Post by: jrp316 on November 16, 2013, 04:09:11 PM
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/2013-11-16_10-04-57_214_zps71587ac4.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/2013-11-16_09-53-24_646_zpsb06b08b4.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on November 16, 2013, 04:23:14 PM
Post by: Monrogue on November 16, 2013, 06:04:02 PM
Post by: Farmman on November 16, 2013, 06:52:44 PM
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Post by: Monrogue on November 16, 2013, 09:17:25 PM
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Post by: Sparky415 on November 17, 2013, 09:59:33 AM
Nice one Farmman:)
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+1 :tu:
There's some great work going on in here/out there :cheers:
Post by: chris.customworks on November 18, 2013, 07:45:55 AM
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/comp_s1057735.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/comp_s1057737.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/comp_s1057743.jpg?w=800)
Post by: HankSolon on November 18, 2013, 01:25:06 PM
my personal Victorinox Presentation Master !!! :)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/18/e2yzarah.jpg)
(without Fingerprint of course)
My girlfriend received her own presentation master with slim USB and blade/cut picker tool and scissors. No pics here, she doesn't give it back to me even for just one second! :D
Post by: jrp316 on November 18, 2013, 05:17:05 PM
Post by: HankSolon on November 18, 2013, 09:31:12 PM
Good advice though. Any photos of that tool would be appreciated.
Here you are (sorry for the delay):
I have three tools. ;)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/19/y2uqape9.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/19/padamy7y.jpg)
The upper two are hand forged by ... me. :) The lower one is a formely rusted nail I found on a street.
There are three tips from top two bottom:
A large wide round tip (hardened... by me)
A very small round tip (hardened... by me)
A square and at the edge round tip.
I use them for peening, especially for the last steps, when a hammer is too dangerous for the scales.
Post by: Fattsgalore on November 21, 2013, 10:27:29 PM
Just completed my first mod project.
I call it the Victorinox Millennial. Catchy, tell me not?!
(http://imageshack.com/a/img856/4078/9h25.jpg)
(http://imageshack.com/a/img6/2958/ewqb.jpg)
A Spartan I made from left overs.
Documented everything here for who ever may be interested...
http://forum.multitool.org/swiss-forum/project-done-take-a-look-pic-heavy!!!/
Post by: Monrogue on November 21, 2013, 10:32:39 PM
Hi, all!
Just completed my first mod project.
I call it the Victorinox Millennial. Catchy, tell me not?!
(http://imageshack.com/a/img856/4078/9h25.jpg)
(http://imageshack.com/a/img6/2958/ewqb.jpg)
A Spartan I made from left overs.
Documented everything here for who ever may be interested...
http://forum.multitool.org/swiss-forum/project-done-take-a-look-pic-heavy!!!/
Nice job Fattsgalore :tu: Now I'd like to know where the heck you are that is 87 degrees out??
Post by: captain spaulding on November 22, 2013, 12:45:17 AM
Post by: rickinFL on November 22, 2013, 12:50:54 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/IMG_5186_zpsb1c8827f.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/IMG_5187_zps7ad01386.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 22, 2013, 01:10:59 AM
Post by: captain spaulding on November 22, 2013, 01:39:04 AM
Post by: Fattsgalore on November 22, 2013, 02:14:39 AM
@Capt'n, yeah and I don't recommend it. If you want a better can opener, use the standard can opener I've learned. The combo tool is definitely a compromise...
@monrogue, Florida. We have 2 seasons, summer and about 3 weeks of fall. Also the thermometer isn't the best, works at telling you the temperature of our pockets or hand more than the ambient air temp...
@rickin, please tell me how to get the acid etched or patina, or what every it's called look.
Would love it even more with black Alox scales. Love black on black...
You find the blade, combo tool, and scissors optimal for EDC as well?
And one last question, was your mod an original 84mm Voyageur or did you mod a 84mm Golfer?
Post by: Sidhartha on November 22, 2013, 04:35:42 AM
Post by: Fattsgalore on November 22, 2013, 07:30:01 AM
Bad link...ing abilities.
My bad.
Post by: rickinFL on November 22, 2013, 10:06:10 AM
Thanks all...
@Capt'n, yeah and I don't recommend it. If you want a better can opener, use the standard can opener I've learned. The combo tool is definitely a compromise...
@monrogue, Florida. We have 2 seasons, summer and about 3 weeks of fall. Also the thermometer isn't the best, works at telling you the temperature of our pockets or hand more than the ambient air temp...
@rickin, please tell me how to get the acid etched or patina, or what every it's called look.
Would love it even more with black Alox scales. Love black on black...
You find the blade, combo tool, and scissors optimal for EDC as well?
And one last question, was your mod an original 84mm Voyageur or did you mod a 84mm Golfer?
Hello. Good to see a fellow floridian here.
The tools were acid stonewashed. Really simple to do. Youtube is loaded with instructional videos.
The mod is actually a 93mm (SwissB Carver), not 84mm. The nice part about buying carver is all the left over parts and of course the bonus harvester blade.
As for tool loadout, I based it on my favorite tool, the Compact. I do prefer the combo tool over the can opener.
Thank you all for the kind words.
Post by: pfrsantos on November 22, 2013, 11:27:07 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/IMG_0166_zps34eea560.jpg)
Awesome! Where did you get those kryptonite spacers? DIY?
:tu:
Post by: pfrsantos on November 22, 2013, 11:29:27 AM
Nice job Fattsgalore :tu: Now I'd like to know where the heck you are that is 87 degrees out??
Check his flag: he's in Spam... Borders with Spam, Spam, Spam, Mexico, Spam, Canada, Spam and Spam.
:D :D :D :D
Post by: Fattsgalore on November 22, 2013, 03:26:24 PM
When I look at your compact...ish it makes me think. "Those tools were hand forged from the steel of a medieval broadsword." Ha...
That acid dip and stone wash looks scary, any tips as not to destroy any of the tools I love?
How has it effected the scissors and the action of the tool?
Super interested in the process...
Post by: rickinFL on November 22, 2013, 09:11:56 PM
The acid stonewash has a unique reaction with Vics seel. Almost feels like a glassy beadblast.
If you are ever down in south florida your welcome to check it out.
Post by: jrp316 on November 23, 2013, 05:10:20 PM
You may have seen earlier in this thread my first attempt at a LEGO knife mod. You may have also seen that it didn't turn out so well. It was decently made all things considered, but further evaluation led me to the conclusion that it was way over designed. So, it was back to the drawing board. I did some basic trimming and filing on a pair of LEGO pieces and the results, IMHO, came out so much better.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/60cac9ea-6a39-47f0-a18c-580f8fdc1f67_zps3f69a9e7.jpg)
The standard cellidor bushings come within a cat's whisker of anchoring the stock LEGO pieces to the knife, so I was terribly pleased about that. I hadn't even planned for that happy little accident. A minimal bit of epoxy should take care of securing them. Even better was not having to file in notches (a la the Tomo) for access to the nail nicks, so that was great as well. All in all, I'm quite pleased with how the LEGO Mark II turned out.
Post by: rickinFL on November 25, 2013, 01:06:00 AM
Post by: rickinFL on November 26, 2013, 01:27:19 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/26/7yzyda5a.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/26/4a3ybu4e.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/26/y6e3u8ej.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/26/e2e7e7yb.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 26, 2013, 01:58:13 AM
Post by: crackout on November 26, 2013, 08:20:44 AM
Blade spring plus a ground can opener?
Post by: captain spaulding on November 26, 2013, 08:36:10 AM
Post by: PTRSAK on November 26, 2013, 09:21:50 AM
Post by: firiki on November 26, 2013, 10:15:31 AM
Pretty standard with a few curve balls thrown in:gimme: :drool: What's the grainy coating on the handles, please?
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/26/7yzyda5a.jpg)
Post by: rickinFL on November 26, 2013, 10:38:06 AM
What's the scissors spring?
Blade spring plus a ground can opener?
No. I use the no hook spring rest from 91mm and cut to shape.
Pretty standard with a few curve balls thrown in:gimme: :drool: What's the grainy coating on the handles, please?
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/26/7yzyda5a.jpg)
Textured powdercoat. My family owns a metal finishing operation and I have been lucky enough to throw pieces in during runs. I waited until they shot this thru their guns. The grip is incredible. This is the second pair of scales I've done this way and I simply love it for it's feel/durability.
Post by: crackout on November 26, 2013, 11:20:20 AM
Post by: rickinFL on November 26, 2013, 01:05:46 PM
Post by: firiki on November 26, 2013, 10:19:59 PM
WEIRD. It is almost teflon like.I imagine the grip on that SAK something like alox-nylon scales (does that make any sense?) and this does sound great to me. The finish looks very nice, the coating seems pretty good. Nice job!
Post by: rickinFL on November 26, 2013, 11:08:11 PM
Post by: jrp316 on December 01, 2013, 11:50:08 PM
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/2013-12-01_17-41-55_330_zps27f94dbc.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/2013-12-01_17-42-11_814_zpse7821d2b.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/2013-12-01_17-43-16_627_zps9305003e.jpg)
From the third picture, you can see that the thickness of the XL in alox is pretty much identical to the stock MiniChamp in cellidor.
Post by: Nhoj on December 02, 2013, 01:35:20 AM
Post by: HankSolon on December 02, 2013, 09:25:43 AM
Post by: rickinFL on December 02, 2013, 11:09:26 AM
Pioneer with clip and scissors. My fiirst clip install.
Post by: lowtech on December 02, 2013, 11:27:00 AM
Post by: pfrsantos on December 02, 2013, 11:54:34 AM
Can we stop showing off etched and stonewashed blades? I found myself looking for tumblers and acids... :facepalm:
Don't go there, man... Acid is bad for you... Try meditation instead...
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Post by: lowtech on December 02, 2013, 12:18:06 PM
;)
While we´re at derailing threads, anybody else liked Batmans Tumbler?
Post by: Fattsgalore on December 02, 2013, 06:16:36 PM
Really want to make an 84mm Voyageur... In like every color.
Post by: jrp316 on December 02, 2013, 08:51:04 PM
The second is patience. Don't get in a hurry. It takes quite a few (hundreds sometimes) hammer hits to get it peened in right. Start with a few center hits, then work around the pin to gradually form the head. Work both sides evenly until the side play is gone. It may take a knife or two to dial your technique in, but you'll catch on with it.
Post by: rickinFL on December 04, 2013, 12:38:15 AM
End result.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/04/my6uzeta.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/04/use5uhap.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/04/e8y3uzuh.jpg)
As a side note, I've never publicly thanked anyone for helping me thru the learnjng process but one look at this sak ahoold be more than enough to name that person. Along with Mr Syph, Tattoosteve and PTRsak. You have all been very inspirational and I thank all of ypu for the generous help.
Post by: jrp316 on December 04, 2013, 03:33:47 AM
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/3f0492a7-56bb-4f04-a9a6-32687055aab1_zps55a7c39e.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/b1d75bbe-9a7e-4b8a-b4ed-8fc70f2af904_zpsd2a57523.jpg)
Post by: jrp316 on December 04, 2013, 03:38:56 AM
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/2013-12-03_21-16-52_399_zps209e2cdc.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c46/jrp316/2013-12-03_21-17-08_137_zps1490f3b1.jpg)
You might recognize this one from sometime ago when I first made it. It was formerly a Midnight Manager, but when I finished the mod above and thought about the name, I just had to do it. I took the knife apart once again, added the emergency blade and SD ruler, swapped out the SD nail file for the cleaner tip.
So now, I have the Midnight Drifter...and that has to be the coolest sounding name for a knife that I've ever heard.
Post by: crackout on December 04, 2013, 08:30:17 AM
Went to war with this old cross today. It misbehaved but I smacked it back in line.
End result.
As a side note, I've never publicly thanked anyone for helping me thru the learnjng process but one look at this sak ahoold be more than enough to name that person. Along with Mr Syph, Tattoosteve and PTRsak. You have all been very inspirational and I thank all of ypu for the generous help.
I wonder why you never sink the center screw like the ones on the sides. :think:
Post by: rickinFL on December 04, 2013, 06:32:25 PM
Went to war with this old cross today. It misbehaved but I smacked it back in line.
End result.
As a side note, I've never publicly thanked anyone for helping me thru the learnjng process but one look at this sak ahoold be more than enough to name that person. Along with Mr Syph, Tattoosteve and PTRsak. You have all been very inspirational and I thank all of ypu for the generous help.
I wonder why you never sink the center screw like the ones on the sides. :think:
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/05/utadaza6.jpg)
Wasn't quite "finished".
Post by: rickinFL on December 05, 2013, 01:36:12 PM
This blade looks at home dressed in old clothing.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/05/uqetypup.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/05/aze9ury9.jpg)
Post by: Monrogue on December 05, 2013, 03:00:22 PM
Post by: stealth007s on December 07, 2013, 05:02:23 AM
Sweet blade Rick. That looks nice :tu:
+1 :tu:
Post by: rickinFL on December 07, 2013, 07:25:33 PM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/IMG_5467_zpsc5a2d22b.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/IMG_5466_zps2ed4e950.jpg)
Post by: Chaka on December 07, 2013, 07:48:50 PM
What did u use to paint the tweezers?
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Post by: rickinFL on December 07, 2013, 07:51:45 PM
Sweet...
What did u use to paint the tweezers?
Sent from my GT-S5830i using Tapatalk 2
Dye. RIT Dye.
Post by: Etherealicer on December 07, 2013, 07:52:34 PM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/IMG_5468_zpscca236ab.jpg)Beautiful :drool:
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/IMG_5467_zpsc5a2d22b.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/IMG_5466_zps2ed4e950.jpg)
Does this need to be exposed to light in order to glow?
Post by: rickinFL on December 07, 2013, 07:54:00 PM
Working with someone to mill me an insert for 2 tritium vials. These will glow on their own.
Post by: rickinFL on December 07, 2013, 08:04:04 PM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/IMG_5469_zps66866d63.jpg)
dyed toothpicked/tweezers
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/IMG_5470_zps98711052.jpg)
SwissB clip
Post by: Etherealicer on December 07, 2013, 08:07:51 PM
Yes.Wow, that is double plus excellent.
Working with someone to mill me an insert for 2 tritium vials. These will glow on their own.
Post by: Fattsgalore on December 09, 2013, 04:37:43 AM
Is there a special process cause I tried RIT dye and didn't get the same results. The toothpick took the pigment but the mini driver and tweezers would not...Sweet...
What did u use to paint the tweezers?
Sent from my GT-S5830i using Tapatalk 2
Dye. RIT Dye.
Post by: pfrsantos on December 09, 2013, 12:38:16 PM
Yes.
Working with someone to mill me an insert for 2 tritium vials. These will glow on their own.
Where did you get that material? I thought about using part of those emergency exits signs to get a pair of glow scales...
Post by: rickinFL on December 12, 2013, 06:07:29 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/12/ejamemuj.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/12/atedara5.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/12/u7y4a7a9.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on December 12, 2013, 08:28:37 AM
Thats going to look nice when you've done :tu:
How about using epoxy glue to glue the brass on to the scales? :think:
Post by: rickinFL on December 12, 2013, 03:51:38 PM
Thats going to look nice when you've done :tu:
How about using epoxy glue to glue the brass on to the scales? :think:
Thank you. Scales are off to powder coat black.
I tried the epoxy this morning and all good. will clamp on real scales. Hoping the epoxy does not have any reaction with the brass.
Post by: rickinFL on December 14, 2013, 10:29:41 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/15/asygugyh.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/15/u2y5yvu9.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/15/e3etaduj.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/15/y6y2ara9.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on December 15, 2013, 11:00:28 AM
Thats going to look nice when you've done :tu:
How about using epoxy glue to glue the brass on to the scales? :think:
Thank you. Scales are off to powder coat black.
I tried the epoxy this morning and all good. will clamp on real scales. Hoping the epoxy does not have any reaction with the brass.
I don't think you will have a problem with the brass
A couple of Epoxy glue tips which might be of use to Modders
Make sure the parts to be glued are clean of grease and 'roughed' up a little
I have had glue fail when grinding as the metal has got warm, so don't let heat build up in your work (had a BBQ poker handle I'd made come off once ::) )
But this does mean if you need to take something apart that has been glued heating it with a hair drier or by placing it in boiling water should help ;)
Post by: HankSolon on December 23, 2013, 10:59:24 PM
One gift for my father and one for my sister: two Vagabonds
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/24/ja7unebu.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/24/8aru2y4a.jpg)
Post by: lowtech on December 24, 2013, 01:13:09 PM
And nice work as usual.
Post by: jrp316 on December 24, 2013, 02:21:03 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on December 24, 2013, 10:38:57 PM
Post by: HankSolon on December 26, 2013, 10:11:04 AM
How do you like peening on 58mm alox? :pok:
With the help of my tools, it's quite easy. I don't peen with the hammer directly anymore.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/26/6yjehaje.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on December 26, 2013, 03:03:36 PM
Post by: rickinFL on December 26, 2013, 11:06:33 PM
How do you like peening on 58mm alox? :pok:
With the help of my tools, it's quite easy. I don't peen with the hammer directly anymore.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/26/6yjehaje.jpg)
How do you use those tools? Is the hammer blow straight up and down as hitting nail?
Post by: HankSolon on December 28, 2013, 12:28:34 AM
How do you use those tools? Is the hammer blow straight up and down as hitting nail?
Exactly. Every tool has an end like a giant nail. So i allways hit them straight from above. I can use less hits, than my cautious tapping just with the hammer itself. The probability of damaging the scales is reduced to a minimum. Which is the biggest advantage from my point of view.
Post by: papercut on December 29, 2013, 05:44:22 AM
(http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n450/papercut54321/Yeoman.png) (http://s339.photobucket.com/user/papercut54321/media/Yeoman.png.html)
Plus an Alox executive (the rivets need a little TLC though):
(http://i.ebayimg.com/t/Victorinox-Executive-Custom-Silver-Alox-Swiss-Army-Knife-74mm-Smooth-/00/s/MTA2NlgxNjAw/z/DLwAAOxydlFSuRMy/$_58.JPG)
Been waiting a while for these models, I look forward to them!
Post by: rickinFL on December 29, 2013, 11:58:39 PM
Was i the first to atonewash Vic tools....don't know. I'll always love the worn look over the polished off the shelf knives.
It's been a fun journey.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/30/esunu5uj.jpg)
Post by: rickinFL on January 02, 2014, 09:02:13 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/03/3enysaru.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/03/6ebyze8a.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/03/8u3ura9y.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/03/retamyny.jpg)
Post by: mrynnr on January 02, 2014, 09:48:38 PM
Finished a beast todayyowza! Could you take a picture with all the tools out pretty please?
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/03/3enysaru.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/03/6ebyze8a.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/03/8u3ura9y.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/03/retamyny.jpg)
Post by: Syph007 on January 02, 2014, 10:14:11 PM
Post by: rickinFL on January 03, 2014, 12:54:31 AM
Thats a big boy! :D Do you find the clip still usable with it that wide? I think past 3 layers a clip isnt the greatest, but some people still want it.
good question. I was in such as rush to ship it that I did not even try the clip. Personally I would go sheath with something that wide. The customer did request a clip though.
As a bonus, now I know a 6 layer is possible. I would love to put together a 93mm monster.
Post by: rickinFL on January 03, 2014, 12:56:00 AM
[/quote]yowza! Could you take a picture with all the tools out pretty please?
[/quote]
Wish I did but she's gone home.
Post by: Monrogue on January 03, 2014, 03:24:16 AM
Post by: PTRSAK on January 03, 2014, 03:32:17 AM
Building one knife with all the tools available on that size.
For this you'd need knives with marlinespike and technician screwdriver. Plus a Harvester and Electrician.
Then track down a Settler for the small clip point blade.
:facepalm: oh the time and dollars.
Post by: rickinFL on January 03, 2014, 04:01:43 AM
Harvester and Electrician, check.
Now for the technician, someone did outbid me on the last one I tried for on the bay. They only outbid me by 100.00!! Perhaps a fake one grinded from a can opener will have to work as a stand in.
Post by: Syph007 on January 03, 2014, 04:59:11 AM
A true monster in 93mm would be an expensive exercise.
Building one knife with all the tools available on that size.
For this you'd need knives with marlinespike and technician screwdriver. Plus a Harvester and Electrician.
Then track down a Settler for the small clip point blade.
:facepalm: oh the time and dollars.
I know, its crossed my mind, but I cant do it! I do have a technician and the old settler blade too. Kind of saving those for something special though.
The biggest alox I did was a 7 layer.
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom160Plus/Custom162/IMG_9409.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom160Plus/Custom162/IMG_9416.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom160Plus/Custom162/IMG_9422.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Custom160Plus/Custom162/IMG_9435.jpg)
Post by: rickinFL on January 03, 2014, 05:12:25 AM
Post by: Syph007 on January 03, 2014, 05:14:12 AM
WOW! You would need a backpack to tote that thing around.
Oh no see it has the keyring, you just attach it to your keys! NO problem. :D
This was for a collector who requested a really big mod. Im pretty sure its sitting on a shelf in his collection and isnt carried. :D
Post by: rickinFL on January 04, 2014, 12:48:29 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/04/e9aha7e7.jpg)
Post by: rickinFL on January 05, 2014, 01:37:32 AM
Glow birds head. This idea came fron a mistake but I am still pleased with it. Much happier than the liners. Less is more.
G10 liners
and more of same
Stonewash
Powdercoat scales
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/05/anuqajup.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/05/syrerege.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/05/aqytehu9.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/05/ge2y2umu.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on January 06, 2014, 06:52:49 PM
My Wenger Urban, 3rd version. :facepalm:
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/SAK/Wenger%20Urban/P1060237_zps82389399.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/SAK/Wenger%20Urban/P1060233_zps27a122f7.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/SAK/Wenger%20Urban/P1060235_zps404b3a7a.jpg)
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/SAK/Wenger%20Urban/P1060240_zps3e98bb46.jpg)
Comparison of thickness to the standard Wenger Traveler.
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/SAK/Wenger%20Urban/P1060243_zps0809977d.jpg)
Post by: Monrogue on January 06, 2014, 06:54:43 PM
Post by: enki_ck on January 06, 2014, 06:59:00 PM
I need to source some new scales for it though as these were taken off and put back on one too many times. :oops: The attachment point at the phillips isn't holding too good anymore. But I like those scales as they came from my first ever SAK so I might just add a drop of rubber cement there and keep them. ;)
Post by: Monrogue on January 06, 2014, 07:10:43 PM
I added a few more pics. :D
I need to source some new scales for it though as these were taken off and put back on one too many times. :oops: The attachment point at the phillips isn't holding too good anymore. But I like those scales as they came from my first ever SAK so I might just add a drop of rubber cement there and keep them. ;)
That makes it even more special with those scales. I would probably just go with the rubber cement to keep them :)
Post by: Gareth on January 06, 2014, 07:21:35 PM
I added a few more pics. :D
I need to source some new scales for it though as these were taken off and put back on one too many times. :oops: The attachment point at the phillips isn't holding too good anymore. But I like those scales as they came from my first ever SAK so I might just add a drop of rubber cement there and keep them. ;)
That makes it even more special with those scales. I would probably just go with the rubber cement to keep them :)
Agreed. :)
Post by: enki_ck on January 06, 2014, 07:33:52 PM
I added a few more pics. :D
I need to source some new scales for it though as these were taken off and put back on one too many times. :oops: The attachment point at the phillips isn't holding too good anymore. But I like those scales as they came from my first ever SAK so I might just add a drop of rubber cement there and keep them. ;)
That makes it even more special with those scales. I would probably just go with the rubber cement to keep them :)
Agreed. :)
I'd thought you'd vote for yellow evogrip. ;)
It's now as close to the Wenger Yeoman as I can make it.
Post by: lowtech on January 06, 2014, 07:49:49 PM
And, as I seem to have missed the first 2 incarnations - Are there any pictures of the process?!
Post by: bmot on January 06, 2014, 07:54:40 PM
Is that a Vic Phillips in tehre or did Wenger make one , too?
And, as I seem to have missed the first 2 incarnations - Are there any pictures of the process?!
Wenger makes a Phillips, too. It's a standard Wenger layer, Phillips and wrench ;)
Post by: neillcurrie on January 06, 2014, 08:16:09 PM
I added a few more pics. :D
I need to source some new scales for it though as these were taken off and put back on one too many times. :oops: The attachment point at the phillips isn't holding too good anymore. But I like those scales as they came from my first ever SAK so I might just add a drop of rubber cement there and keep them. ;)
A very small amount of Epoxy in the scale blind holes will keep the scale on perfectly.
I clamp mine till the epoxy sets.
Post by: lowtech on January 06, 2014, 08:42:32 PM
Is that a Vic Phillips in tehre or did Wenger make one , too?
And, as I seem to have missed the first 2 incarnations - Are there any pictures of the process?!
Wenger makes a Phillips, too. It's a standard Wenger layer, Phillips and wrench ;)
Thanks. Seems I should get a few Wengers, I think.
Post by: bmot on January 06, 2014, 08:49:22 PM
Is that a Vic Phillips in tehre or did Wenger make one , too?
And, as I seem to have missed the first 2 incarnations - Are there any pictures of the process?!
Wenger makes a Phillips, too. It's a standard Wenger layer, Phillips and wrench ;)
Thanks. Seems I should get a few Wengers, I think.
Out of the top of my head, the Cyclist, Nomad and S557 have it ;)
Post by: enki_ck on January 06, 2014, 09:26:42 PM
Is that a Vic Phillips in there or did Wenger make one, too?
And, as I seem to have missed the first 2 incarnations - Are there any pictures of the process?!
I started this mod back in December 2011. :ahhh
Here's the 1 version, with saw and Vic combo tool. LINK TO POST (http://forum.multitool.org/the-mod-squad/show-off-your-sak-mod's!/msg553035/?topicseen#msg553035) in this thread from back then with more pictures.
(http://i493.photobucket.com/albums/rr294/nickpong/wenger%20ljuske/PC300006.jpg)
I decided later on I didn't need the saw that much in an urban environment so I dropped that and the Vic combo tool, while perfectly functional didn't have that perfect snap so I replaced it with a nail file.
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/SAK/PB080067.jpg)
Not sure if I ever posted a detailed thread/post of that change and when it happened. :think:
I later decided I needed a combo tool for the locking screwdriver and opener which led to this.
Here's a thread from the beginning of the mod and I'll add a few other pictures there soon. :salute: There's a list of most models with the phillips I posted for another member some time ago.
http://forum.multitool.org/the-mod-squad/modding-a-wenger/
Post by: rickinFL on January 06, 2014, 09:32:48 PM
That is one of my favorite mods for sure.
Post by: lowtech on January 06, 2014, 09:56:08 PM
Rick, the 91 Vic combo tool can be found in the Compact.
Post by: enki_ck on January 06, 2014, 10:02:20 PM
Thanks, Enki.
Rick, the 91 Vic combo tool can be found in the Compact.
I think Rick is talking about the Wenger combo tool.
Which tool has that combo tool?
That is one of my favorite mods for sure.
If you want a corkscrew, Entree (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Entree)
If you want a phillips, Junior 10 (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Wenger+Junior+10) (blunt tipped blade though, but you can source another one)
If you don't want any backtools, Picnic (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Picnic).
You asked me before, when I bought it and started talking about this mod, if a combo tool from a Picnic would be a simple drop in. Nope. :-\The combo tool/knife layer uses a different kind of backspring to the nail file/knife as it has to make room for the wider tool.
Here's a Picnic backspring, my modified one and a standard nail fine one. I grinded to middle one to be able to use the lock but the combo tool would stick out a few millimeters too far out when closed. So I reused another backspring from my stash.
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/SAK/Wenger%20Urban/P1050232_zps8bbac1e2.jpg)
So for easier modding, get the one with the tool set you want and just transfer the whole layer. Knife blades are the same and you can swap the butter blade for proper one.
Post by: Syph007 on January 06, 2014, 10:04:25 PM
Thanks, Enki.
Rick, the 91 Vic combo tool can be found in the Compact.
I think he meant the wenger combo. SAK selector says
Basic 62
Basic 63
Basic 66
Evo 63
Junior 02
Post by: enki_ck on January 06, 2014, 10:08:45 PM
:D
Post by: Sr.Multiherramienta on January 06, 2014, 10:29:50 PM
You asked me before, when I bought it and started talking about this mod, if a combo tool from a Picnic would be a simple drop in. Nope. :-\The combo tool/knife layer uses a different kind of backspring to the nail file/knife as it has to make room for the wider tool.
Here's a Picnic backspring, my modified one and a standard nail fine one. I grinded to middle one to be able to use the lock but the combo tool would stick out a few millimeters too far out when closed. So I reused another backspring from my stash.
So for easier modding, get the one with the tool set you want and just transfer the whole layer. Knife blades are the same and you can swap the butter blade for proper one.
Yes, I can tell the same. I tried to modify a normal spring to put the combo tool and had the same problem. It's better to look for a model with the combo tool and use that spring. I was trying to make a model that doesn't exist (I think), with locking blade and combo tool, but I couldn't make it work properly. In my experience, it's easier to modify a picnic model spring to use with locking blade that to put a combo tool on a common spring for file or small blade.
Post by: Sr.Multiherramienta on January 08, 2014, 04:37:32 PM
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-O3AjwzcRMWY/Us1mAQzBV7I/AAAAAAAAFeE/EFwhlCKXu9Y/s1600/Sin+t%C3%ADtulo-5.jpg)
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Je-SWPTf2VQ/Us1l8iUOxBI/AAAAAAAAFdU/9WJvfUf4C2s/s1600/P1080258.jpg)
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cjWVXzLPz4g/Us1l9ZEW0wI/AAAAAAAAFdc/om53nOPGCpI/s1600/P1080260.jpg)
You can see the spacer here.
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-g12ZChBwn60/Us1l_JKzu-I/AAAAAAAAFd0/5Ym4hMR85OQ/s1600/Sin+t%C3%ADtulo-3.jpg)
I actually have to rebuild it. You can see in the last picture that the spacer is not perfect, I made a mistake and I broke it hammering the little rivet that holds it. But these pictures are a good sample of how the finished product it's going to look like.
Post by: enki_ck on January 08, 2014, 04:54:00 PM
I've been thinking of maybe making a Wenger Solo too. :think:
Post by: Sr.Multiherramienta on January 08, 2014, 07:41:32 PM
Why did you decide on the exposed rivets? For the looks? :D
I just like the appearance, it looks a bit retro. It's inspired on the Proffesional series of Wenger.
(http://www.sakwiki.com/show_image.php?id=2213&scalesize=o)
Pros and cons: it makes the knife stronger in the way the scales can't fall off or get loose and the toothpick and tweezers are well stored. On the other hand, if the scales break, the rivets and tools could get loose.
Post by: LogicBob on January 09, 2014, 08:29:38 AM
Finished a beast today
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/03/3enysaru.jpg)
So that's a 93mm? What model does that marlinespike come from?
Beautiful work! Sorry for the n00b questions!
Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk
Post by: rickinFL on January 09, 2014, 02:42:07 PM
Post by: HankSolon on January 11, 2014, 01:21:34 PM
Now I reassembled it. I managed to grap a 84mm climber with long nail file, corroded liners and in an overall poor condition. However, the nail file, scissor and spring were good enough.
That's the result:
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/11/devu4uhy.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/11/ry2atyhu.jpg)
Note the hand made pin for the nail file(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/11/uzary8av.jpg)
and the hand made cutout(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/11/3y2arame.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on January 11, 2014, 03:33:02 PM
Post by: Monrogue on January 11, 2014, 05:59:09 PM
Post by: Sr.Multiherramienta on January 11, 2014, 09:43:21 PM
Post by: HankSolon on January 11, 2014, 11:46:10 PM
However, 84 mm long nail file is a pain in the a-s-s ... the fourth pin is split inside and building up the long nail file-layer is fricking... ;-)
Post by: Sr.Multiherramienta on January 12, 2014, 09:36:27 PM
Quick description: a Toolchest Plus without fishscaler, compass and magnifier. My idea of a nice Wenger Champ.
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EQAFTt_zQSQ/UtLw8nfePDI/AAAAAAAAFfU/vNQPZgFlLe0/s1600/Mender.jpg)
Tools.
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4Qr4k3xHP7Y/UtLw7sKYZWI/AAAAAAAAFfI/AN2eHinE6Js/s1600/Mender-tools.jpg)
Comparison with Swisschamp.
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-KddLVvV6mbY/UtLw7UNkbrI/AAAAAAAAFfE/lIEjzucg2R8/s1600/Mender-Champ.jpg)
Excuse the bad pictures! I just finisehd it now.
Post by: enki_ck on January 12, 2014, 09:51:49 PM
Phillips/wrench in the middle, then pliers, scissors, blade.
It looks to me as if the scissors nail nick could be hidden by the phillips here making them harder to open.
Post by: Sr.Multiherramienta on January 12, 2014, 11:11:18 PM
Looks like a really useful package and well done, thought I would have probably reversed the layers a bit. :P
Phillips/wrench in the middle, then pliers, scissors, blade.
It looks to me as if the scissors nail nick could be hidden by the phillips here making them harder to open.
I just respected the factory configuration and added the two saws at the end. Scissors are more or less fine, much better than some factory models with it beside locking blade, that's really annoying sometimes, with the nail nick covered by the unlocking leverage.
I was thinking in changing the order, specially to put the wrench closest as possible to one side, not in the middle; but at the end I decided to not change it, because that makes confortable to tight screws, but not to loosen it, or viceversa.
We are insane. :D :D :climber:
Post by: neillcurrie on January 13, 2014, 09:57:50 PM
Looks like a really useful package and well done, thought I would have probably reversed the layers a bit. :P
Phillips/wrench in the middle, then pliers, scissors, blade.
It looks to me as if the scissors nail nick could be hidden by the phillips here making them harder to open.
I just respected the factory configuration and added the two saws at the end. Scissors are more or less fine, much better than some factory models with it beside locking blade, that's really annoying sometimes, with the nail nick covered by the unlocking leverage.
I was thinking in changing the order, specially to put the wrench closest as possible to one side, not in the middle; but at the end I decided to not change it, because that makes confortable to tight screws, but not to loosen it, or viceversa.
We are insane. :D :D :climber:
I see a lot of merit in having the Philips/Wrench offset from the center of the knife as much as possible. That way the wrench can get on to more nuts that are close to a flat surface.
Makes the Phillips less wieldy though, I admit.
I actually saw a Wenger today with almost that exact same tool load as your mod. I was tempted, but then I already have too many Vics and Wengers (don't we all?) ;)
Post by: enki_ck on January 13, 2014, 10:02:08 PM
... but then I already have(too)many Vics and Wengers (don't we all?) ;)
Many? ... Maybe. :think: Too many? NEVER! :viking:
:whistle:
Post by: Sr.Multiherramienta on January 13, 2014, 10:48:23 PM
I see a lot of merit in having the Philips/Wrench offset from the center of the knife as much as possible. That way the wrench can get on to more nuts that are close to a flat surface.
Makes the Phillips less wieldy though, I admit.
I actually saw a Wenger today with almost that exact same tool load as your mod. I was tempted, but then I already have too many Vics and Wengers (don't we all?) ;)
Yes!, that was my thought. I have a Wenger Biker (nice SAK!) in my MTB and that's my experience: not confortable on flat surfaces. But I thought that, because you have to reverse the tool depending on tightening or loosing, I should adopted a compromise leaving it in the middle (I supose that's the idea of Wenger). If I leave it close to one side, it's going to be very good for tightening, but bad for the opposite task. You can work with the wrench a bit crossed anyway, so I think it's a position where is going to work for all scenarios. Not perfect, but kind of universal.
This is my reflection, but maybe I'm just overthinking it. Ah... I remember the old days, when I simply used the SAKs... :angel:
Post by: Dr Gonzo on January 14, 2014, 12:31:26 PM
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/t1/1545193_10152118135707295_90700570_n.jpg)
Replaced the red plastic scales on this old Victorinox Classic with some hardwood from an incense burner.
Need to fit a new spring to the scissors and add a keyring, just a simple leather lace lanyard for now.
Post by: rickinFL on January 17, 2014, 10:24:24 AM
Pioneer with scissors
Stonewash Tools
Black G10 liners and spacer
Black Hardware
My first run of Hard Ano scales
MINE!!! There may be other alox but this one is MINE!
Post by: PTRSAK on January 17, 2014, 10:51:46 AM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 17, 2014, 01:22:23 PM
Post by: Monrogue on January 17, 2014, 03:09:32 PM
Post by: rickinFL on January 18, 2014, 03:17:46 AM
Added my 91mm awl to a rambler. Just doubled ip the blade and file.
Post by: PTRSAK on January 18, 2014, 04:12:13 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/18/etypeva8.jpg)
Added my 91mm awl to a rambler. Just doubled ip the blade and file.
for some reason that awl looks quite vicious in that installation. not the benign pokey thing it appears to be as a backtool on a 91mm.
Post by: enki_ck on January 18, 2014, 04:19:43 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/18/etypeva8.jpg)
Added my 91mm awl to a rambler. Just doubled ip the blade and file.
for some reason that awl looks quite vicious in that installation. not the benign pokey thing it appears to be as a backtool on a 91mm.
Agree. :tu:
How does it look closed?
Post by: rickinFL on January 18, 2014, 05:44:42 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/18/udu8a5uv.jpg)
Post by: crackout on January 18, 2014, 11:33:17 AM
How does it look closed?
+1
Looks interesting! Good work. :tool:
Post by: rickinFL on January 18, 2014, 03:17:52 PM
Post by: neillcurrie on January 23, 2014, 02:44:36 PM
The scales were very difficult to remove without slightly damaging the rivet holes. I filled the damage with JB weld, and that it mostly hidden by the mushroom heads of the rivets.
A general tidy up, some tlc, other general tool renovation and cleaning, and finally a good polish. Possibly the most fiddly job was the final one: grinding/sanding down a modern Vic toothpick and tweezers to fit the skinny slots on the '40's knife.
I still have to secure one edge of the Vic shield, which is lifting slightly from the scale......any ideas about what adhesive to use, and how best to do it??
Post by: Sr.Multiherramienta on January 23, 2014, 02:47:10 PM
Post by: ducttapetech on January 23, 2014, 02:48:50 PM
sent from Nate's mobile
Post by: neillcurrie on January 23, 2014, 02:56:44 PM
Nice! Are the modern tools compatible with this old models?
Large blade is quite a bit thicker than a modern 91mm vic main blade. Also, all the pivots on the knife were 2.2mm, not 2.5mm. Openers are thicker too, and the can opener sits at q totally different angle when closed than the bottle opener. New scissors fit the knife OK, but the spring needs reworking, and the spacer I mentioned for thickness.
Post by: neillcurrie on January 23, 2014, 02:57:56 PM
Super glue maybe. Never really tried to glue the shield done. A clear epoxy might work too.
sent from Nate's mobile
I am leaning towards epoxy, as Super Glue can have sometimes a nasty effect on some plastics.
Post by: ducttapetech on January 23, 2014, 03:00:14 PM
sent from Nate's mobile
Post by: Sr.Multiherramienta on January 23, 2014, 03:17:18 PM
I am leaning towards epoxy, as Super Glue can have sometimes a nasty effect on some plastics.
With transparent epoxy you can make a great job using something to change it's color. Simple candle soot makes a great black epoxy, I used it with very good result to fix black vic scales. It's a matter of find different substances for different colors. Any idea for red?
Paprika? :D
Post by: WWW on January 23, 2014, 03:42:28 PM
Any idea for red?
Paprika? :D
BLOOD!!!!! >:D >:D >:D
Post by: neillcurrie on January 23, 2014, 03:44:17 PM
I am leaning towards epoxy, as Super Glue can have sometimes a nasty effect on some plastics.
With transparent epoxy you can make a great job using something to change it's color. Simple candle soot makes a great black epoxy, I used it with very good result to fix black vic scales. It's a matter of find different substances for different colors. Any idea for red?
Paprika? :D
What about taking a scale exactly like the one you are trying to epoxy-match, and creating a bunch of perfectly-colored powder by dremelling it to death with a sanding cylinder?
Post by: dafabricata on January 24, 2014, 05:43:35 PM
This thread has so many great modifications and there's clearly many talented people on this forum!!
Picked up my first Alox a few weeks ago and have found the Cadet and Farmer to be very useful.
After seeing some of the mods over at EDCF, I decided to try a few of my own mods.
I started with a standard 58mm classic and added the blade from a Spyderco Honey Bee, a clip from a Zebralight SC52, and a green tritium locator under the clip. Also made the brass scales and liner.
Looking forward to working on an 84 and 93mm that I stripped down and started brass scales and liners for next.
Anyway, heres a fews pics. Still have a lot of work to do to complete it, but it works.
Looking forward to seeing more mods from you talented and creative people!
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/photobucket-11234-1390545614665.jpg)
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/photobucket-3797-1390545574416.jpg)
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/b24cb94e-9751-4be1-a267-67611c301f47.jpg)
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/photobucket-11299-1390545480891.jpg)
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/photobucket-10236-1390545388304.jpg)
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Post by: Dr Gonzo on January 24, 2014, 05:59:26 PM
Post by: WWW on January 24, 2014, 06:01:14 PM
Decided to join the forum after doing a search for modified SAKs.
This thread has so many great modifications and there's clearly many talented people on this forum!!
Picked up my first Alox a few weeks ago and have found the Cadet and Farmer to be very useful.
After seeing some of the mods over at EDCF, I decided to try a few of my own mods.
I started with a standard 58mm classic and added the blade from a Spyderco Honey Bee, a clip from a Zebralight SC52, and a green tritium locator under the clip. Also made the brass scales and liner.
Looking forward to working on an 84 and 93mm that I stripped down and started brass scales and liners for next.
Anyway, heres a fews pics. Still have a lot of work to do to complete it, but it works.
Looking forward to seeing more mods from you talented and creative people!
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/photobucket-11234-1390545614665.jpg)
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/photobucket-3797-1390545574416.jpg)
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/b24cb94e-9751-4be1-a267-67611c301f47.jpg)
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/photobucket-11299-1390545480891.jpg)
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/photobucket-10236-1390545388304.jpg)
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Good to see you around here mate!!! I've seen some of your work over EDCF and you always amazed me, so I can't wait to see what you can come up here at MT.O.
BTW welcome to the forum I hope you're having a good time here!!!
Post by: dafabricata on January 24, 2014, 06:44:34 PM
Hoping to learn more and be able to add to the forum. :2tu:
Post by: ducttapetech on January 24, 2014, 06:49:18 PM
that's us mobile
Post by: Monrogue on January 24, 2014, 07:22:49 PM
Thanks guys and it's nice to be here! :waving:
Hoping to learn more and be able to add to the forum. :2tu:
Welcome to the forum :cheers: That is an interesting mod, and I look forward to future mods. I'm sure you'll add to the forum in fine fashion based off this mod :tu:
Post by: lowtech on January 24, 2014, 07:29:09 PM
That is a nice and original mod you did!
I´m looking forward to more.
And btw, I like the picture background with teh stamped 58 mm!
Post by: Sr.Multiherramienta on January 24, 2014, 07:43:56 PM
What about taking a scale exactly like the one you are trying to epoxy-match, and creating a bunch of perfectly-colored powder by dremelling it to death with a sanding cylinder?
Mmm... perfect? That sounds like a really great idea.
Post by: Syph007 on January 24, 2014, 08:27:59 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on January 24, 2014, 08:42:55 PM
Welcome aboard!
That is a nice and original mod you did!
I´m looking forward to more.
And btw, I like the picture background with teh stamped 58 mm!
+1 What he said :D
Welcome :cheers:
Post by: Sam Quint on January 24, 2014, 10:51:58 PM
Post by: enki_ck on January 24, 2014, 11:13:04 PM
Nice to see you around here. I saw your name on the newest members list yesterday and smiled. :D I knew we would see some new and cool things from you and I see you didn't disappoint. ;)
Great intro post and mod. :hatsoff:
Post by: jrp316 on January 25, 2014, 12:20:47 AM
Post by: dafabricata on January 25, 2014, 02:15:12 AM
Thanks again for all the nice comments. I'll be spending some time in the shop this weekend and hope to finish this one up so I can move onto the larger ones sitting in pieces.
The 58mm that you see stamped is for my SAK Station. It's 3/8" aluminum plate with holes and pins for assembling and testing modification ideas. There are 3 sizes/hole patterns for the 58/84/93mm frames. It allows a stable platform free from movement. It helped tremendously for making sure the Spyderco blade fit.
The only thing that needs to happen to make the honey bee blade work is to fill the pivot hole with brass and relocate the hole, along with either drilling and tapping the scale for another set screw to hold the liner/spring, or use a brass rivet. The other hole of the liner/spring fits in the rear screw hole. If nobody has done this mod before it blows my mind. It's so straight forward and easy that it's almost like they were made for each other....the size of the blade, the ease of making it work, and cost.
Here's the "SAK Station"
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/photobucket-11676-1390460522235.jpg)
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/photobucket-4059-1390460460418.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on January 25, 2014, 02:22:31 AM
A birdy told me you had problems finding pics of disassembled SAKs so I'll add a few pics to help you in your future mods. ;)
Also check out the sticky we have at the top of this board for more info. --> SAK modding guides, all in one place (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?topic=43303.0)
And Syph007's thread (found in his signature line) is an awesome place to see how it all comes together.
Post by: jrp316 on January 25, 2014, 04:40:44 AM
Post by: Sr.Multiherramienta on January 25, 2014, 01:11:14 PM
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/photobucket-3797-1390545574416.jpg)
Spectacular, great mod. I had a couple of ideas for 58mm, but I never imagined possibilities like this one.
Post by: papercut on January 25, 2014, 01:43:52 PM
Post by: rickinFL on January 28, 2014, 04:19:19 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/28/6unyjy9y.jpg)
Post by: ironraven on January 29, 2014, 02:24:23 AM
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/photobucket-11234-1390545614665.jpg)
WHAAAT? :ahhh
That looks excellent. Like a Tomo, but no suck.
Metro might have some competition
Post by: Chaka on January 31, 2014, 06:36:23 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/pgxYWhr.jpg)
Post by: rickinFL on February 04, 2014, 04:16:29 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/04/3e9egeby.jpg)
Post by: ducttapetech on February 04, 2014, 04:55:49 PM
New clothes for the SAK...Nice! That looks good.
(http://i.imgur.com/pgxYWhr.jpg)
that's us mobile
Post by: rickinFL on February 04, 2014, 04:55:59 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/04/nyje5umy.jpg)
Post by: JAfromMn on February 04, 2014, 05:42:19 PM
(http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/temporary_zps448a9853.jpg)
sory for the link. Its all the image code I can get.
Post by: kirk13 on February 04, 2014, 09:32:46 PM
I'm not done with it yet but here is a peek at the unrescue blade on my huntsman xt-cs(http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/temporary_zps448a9853.jpg) (http://s1211.photobucket.com/user/JAfromMn/media/temporary_zps448a9853.jpg.html)
http://s1211.photobucket.com/user/JAfromMn/media/temporary_zps448a9853.jpg.html?sort=3&o=16
sory for the link. Its all the image code I can get.
Post by: kirk13 on February 05, 2014, 04:35:09 PM
I've been kicking around the idea of doing this for ages,and it was fairly straight forward to do :whistle:
Question is,what to call it? Duke of Marlbourgh? Duke of Wellington? Duke of Earl?
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image_zpsb4b3b3cd.jpg) (http://s782.photobucket.com/user/kirk130013/media/image_zpsb4b3b3cd.jpg.html)
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image_zpseb4f997b.jpg) (http://s782.photobucket.com/user/kirk130013/media/image_zpseb4f997b.jpg.html)
Post by: enki_ck on February 05, 2014, 06:03:48 PM
As for the name, Duke of Blamington of course. :hatsoff:
:D
Post by: kirk13 on February 05, 2014, 06:04:57 PM
Glad to see you were successful. :cheers:
As for the name, Duke of Blamington of course. :hatsoff:
:D
I like that! Cheers enki! :salute:
Post by: Sr.Multiherramienta on February 05, 2014, 06:18:12 PM
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image_zpsb4b3b3cd.jpg) (http://s782.photobucket.com/user/kirk130013/media/image_zpsb4b3b3cd.jpg.html)
Nice mod, really handy. I know more than one person interested in a Compact with Phillips. ;)
Post by: Syph007 on February 05, 2014, 06:35:38 PM
I wish more models came with the Phillips and not the bloody corkscrew.
Post by: jerseydevil on February 05, 2014, 06:49:39 PM
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image_zpsb4b3b3cd.jpg) (http://s782.photobucket.com/user/kirk130013/media/image_zpsb4b3b3cd.jpg.html)
That's a great mod! I need to get me a Duke of Blamington as well! :tu:
Post by: kirk13 on February 05, 2014, 06:59:38 PM
And Syph,your so right! Even if it meant having the openers aligned with a Philips like you do on your Alox mods!
Post by: Philby on February 05, 2014, 07:43:27 PM
Post by: Huntsman on February 06, 2014, 12:03:55 AM
Sorry for the quality of the pix,but here's a Compact,with the CS replaced with a Phillips.Good stuff Kirk13
I've been kicking around the idea of doing this for ages,and it was fairly straight forward to do :whistle:
Question is,what to call it? Duke of Marlbourgh? Duke of Wellington? Duke of Earl?
- I am in awe of you modders - But .... have plans to join you .... in a very modest way - at least for starters :D
What would be really great now would be to replace the hook with a reamer.
Reamer is way, way more useful
But I seem to remember reading (here) there are problems doing this - in that the scissors and hook share a spring - and its difficult to put any other tool on the back of that spring.
Is that right?
Post by: kirk13 on February 06, 2014, 12:28:38 PM
In terms of replacing the hook with a awl/reamer,the problem is the shape of the spring,so yes,your quite right there.
For me the lack if an awl isn't a big deal,as I've usually got a MT with one. Oh,and the hook unique to the DofE and Compact features a nail file,match striker. And if you bit your nails as much as I do :whistle:
Post by: rickinFL on February 06, 2014, 10:01:32 PM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/IMG_6156_zpsc88c6813.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/IMG_6154_zps3a0e80c7.jpg)
The hook replacment is a tricky one. The hook end also rests under the spring and seems to also assist in spring tension. I will next to reposition the pivot of the awl and reshape it to the shape of hook pivot and see if that works.
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 07, 2014, 12:49:08 AM
Post by: rickinFL on February 07, 2014, 02:30:58 AM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 07, 2014, 06:03:29 AM
It does have file. This one started as a new compact.Cool :tu: JR
Post by: chris.customworks on February 07, 2014, 07:39:14 AM
She is 4 years old and her favourite colour is pink.
So I built (as agreed with her father) a “my first Victorinox” in princess-look with tender pink scales.
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/01/comp_s1058008.jpg?w=600)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/01/comp_s1058012.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/01/comp_s1058016.jpg?w=600)
Post by: mrynnr on February 07, 2014, 07:46:44 AM
This SAK ist a present my biggest fan:Wow! :tu:
She is 4 years old and her favourite colour is pink.
So I built (as agreed with her father) a “my first Victorinox” in princess-look with tender pink scales.
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/01/comp_s1058008.jpg?w=600)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/01/comp_s1058012.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/01/comp_s1058016.jpg?w=600)
Post by: Huntsman on February 07, 2014, 12:12:37 PM
So I built (as agreed with her father) a “my first Victorinox” in princess-look with tender pink scales.Pink? Am I colour blind? They look blue to me!!
Very beautiful though.
The twirly bits are great and lovin' the semi transparency
Post by: enki_ck on February 07, 2014, 07:39:07 PM
So I built (as agreed with her father) a “my first Victorinox” in princess-look with tender pink scales.Pink? Am I colour blind? They look blue to me!!
Very beautiful though.
The twirly bits are great and lovin' the semi transparency
I'd say more of a purple color. Maybe your screen color needs some adjusting.
Great looking scales, Chris. :cheers: She'll be a very lucky girl. :tu:
Post by: captain spaulding on February 07, 2014, 08:05:29 PM
So I built (as agreed with her father) a “my first Victorinox” in princess-look with tender pink scales.Pink? Am I colour blind? They look blue to me!!
Very beautiful though.
The twirly bits are great and lovin' the semi transparency
I'd say more of a purple color. Maybe your screen color needs some adjusting.
Great looking scales, Chris. :cheers: She'll be a very lucky girl. :tu:
Looks purple to me as well. Very cool scales by the way! :tu:
Post by: ironraven on February 08, 2014, 05:43:51 PM
Chris, those scales are wonderful- what are they made of?
Post by: rickinFL on February 08, 2014, 06:28:29 PM
Post by: kirk13 on February 08, 2014, 06:48:10 PM
test
You forgot Ignore :pok:
Post by: chris.customworks on February 08, 2014, 06:57:46 PM
The colour depends on the light - sometimes its more purple, other times more pink.
@ ironraven: The scales are made of acryl.
Post by: MWDP on February 08, 2014, 07:43:46 PM
Post by: rickinFL on February 09, 2014, 02:45:36 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/09/eva8ereh.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/09/ymebe9y5.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/09/uzy6yze8.jpg)
Etched smooth alox
copper liner
stonewashed tools
Post by: MWDP on February 09, 2014, 01:56:02 PM
Post by: rickinFL on February 12, 2014, 12:39:45 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/copper/IMG_0448_zps2bdbc38c.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/copper/IMG_0446_zpsd5cd1db7.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/copper/IMG_0444_zpsd3c57e45.jpg)
Copper ano scales
Brass liners and spacer
Heat ano hardware
Post by: Chaka on February 12, 2014, 02:15:14 AM
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Post by: Monrogue on February 12, 2014, 02:45:39 AM
Post by: JAfromMn on February 12, 2014, 03:46:11 AM
:tu:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 12, 2014, 05:01:56 AM
Post by: Chaka on February 12, 2014, 10:09:43 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/nQlqRwe.jpg)
Still need to find another brass liner and a pocket clip.
Post by: WWW on February 12, 2014, 10:21:24 PM
WIP...
(http://i.imgur.com/nQlqRwe.jpg)
Still need to find another brass liner and a pocket clip.
That is beautiful mr.!!!!! Any info on the carabiner, I would really appreciate it!!
Post by: Chaka on February 12, 2014, 10:30:03 PM
The dangler/carabiner i made myself.. it's the first prototype so it's very rough.
Thanks WWW...
Post by: enki_ck on February 12, 2014, 11:19:27 PM
Chaka, did you sandblast the tools? The look kind of strange. :think:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 12, 2014, 11:59:09 PM
Very nice guys. :cheers:Yeah really, looks nice, but weird, they almost look like gray plastic.. JR
Chaka, did you sandblast the tools? The look kind of strange. :think:
Post by: Chaka on February 13, 2014, 12:25:54 AM
Post by: rickinFL on February 14, 2014, 03:04:15 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/DSC_7793_zps2fcf2b1b.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 14, 2014, 03:11:38 AM
My ano shop made a mistake but seeing as these colors are so dear to me I had to take a shot. Of course my other addiciton was fed today as well with new studio lights...NICE! I really like those two tones! Seriously that's right on! JR
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/DSC_7793_zps2fcf2b1b.jpg)
Post by: rickinFL on February 14, 2014, 04:07:08 PM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/today_zps168eaaf2.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 14, 2014, 04:10:47 PM
New shop knife. Kept it simple.Cool, all you need for a knife. knife=cut, and bottle opener! a bonus! JR
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/today_zps168eaaf2.jpg)
Post by: nj2656 on February 14, 2014, 10:45:55 PM
My ano shop made a mistake but seeing as these colors are so dear to me I had to take a shot. Of course my other addiciton was fed today as well with new studio lights...
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/DSC_7793_zps2fcf2b1b.jpg)
I think those are incredible. I'm guessing that the shield was masked or something?
Post by: Syph007 on February 14, 2014, 11:06:03 PM
My ano shop made a mistake but seeing as these colors are so dear to me I had to take a shot. Of course my other addiciton was fed today as well with new studio lights...
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/DSC_7793_zps2fcf2b1b.jpg)
I think those are incredible. I'm guessing that the shield was masked or something?
Ah... they didnt strip the red all off eh. At least yours looks good. My first ever alox run looked pretty bad when I had them strip. After that I did it myself.
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=40005.0;attach=44526;image)
I would love to actually preserve the red though, especially on black ano it would look awesome. I think some really runny epoxy would work.
Post by: kirk13 on February 15, 2014, 01:01:15 AM
New shop knife. Kept it simple.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/today_zps168eaaf2.jpg)
Very nice,like that a lot!
Post by: rickinFL on February 15, 2014, 01:06:02 AM
My ano shop made a mistake but seeing as these colors are so dear to me I had to take a shot. Of course my other addiciton was fed today as well with new studio lights...
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/DSC_7793_zps2fcf2b1b.jpg)
I think those are incredible. I'm guessing that the shield was masked or something?
Ah... they didnt strip the red all off eh. At least yours looks good. My first ever alox run looked pretty bad when I had them strip. After that I did it myself.
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=40005.0;attach=44526;image)
I would love to actually preserve the red though, especially on black ano it would look awesome. I think some really runny epoxy would work.
I think it may have been just plain laziness on their part for not stripping it down. They said they could do it for me so I will send another set and see what comes back before sending them anymore. If not, I will have to strip myself following an experts advice. I'd really rather avoid the chemicals as much as I can.
Post by: PTRSAK on February 17, 2014, 12:01:26 PM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0136_zps38c0ba84.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0136_zps38c0ba84.jpg.html)
Post by: hiraethus on February 18, 2014, 05:04:43 PM
I then found my way over here, found the modding guides and all the great stuff you guys have been doing, spent a long weekend reading everything I could about modding knives and looking for inspiration.
Ordered a brand new Swiss Champ, dug out some tools and got on with things:
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7359/12610336575_86e66b0bb5_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12610336575/)
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5485/12610330355_4af31a3a72_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12610330355/)
Had a bit of fun putting it back together - bent a pin, got some springs the wrong way round, took a while to judge the length of the pins for riveting but it all went pretty well.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7445/12611228615_9c3799d63e_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12611228615/)
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3723/12611314223_841ab6c87c_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12611314223/)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7340/12611226455_eef16f52c6_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12611226455/)
Post by: lowtech on February 18, 2014, 05:15:48 PM
Welcome and nice mod you did there!
Post by: Syph007 on February 18, 2014, 05:22:03 PM
Post by: enki_ck on February 18, 2014, 07:55:19 PM
I like the inclusion of the metal saw/file. Very useful and thin layer that should be on more models in my opinion. :tu:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 18, 2014, 08:26:21 PM
Post by: hiraethus on February 19, 2014, 10:35:22 AM
Already planning my next job. ::)
Post by: papercut on February 19, 2014, 11:59:50 AM
Post by: Sparky415 on February 19, 2014, 09:14:06 PM
That´s what we call a nice introduction!
Welcome and nice mod you did there!
+1 Great job :salute:
Post by: JAfromMn on February 19, 2014, 09:48:02 PM
here is a before pic
(http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/temporary_zps1417d3ef.jpg)
I'm making this one for me so I went a little crazy :)
swedge ground spearpoint blade
(http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/temporary_zps066c75a6.jpg)
and a unrescued hawkbill blade
(http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/temporary_zpsa8031646.jpg)
she's a work in progress.
Post by: Monrogue on February 20, 2014, 02:51:36 AM
Post by: rickinFL on February 20, 2014, 03:54:04 PM
Will be making a start to finish. Was playing around with the gopro this morning.
Post by: victor7000 on February 23, 2014, 05:27:49 PM
For this mod I used an Alox Harvester and exchanged the silver Alox scales with Black G10 with a Coarse
Texture. The G10 used is pretty coarse and the grip is very good.
More pics on my blog (http://swissknives.info/black-g10-harvester/)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-abSXnng0WXc/UwogQNuExUI/AAAAAAAAJOc/iHzWSEobmhc/s800/0_G10BlackHarvester%2520hammer.jpg)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-XeNTVoK_hiQ/UwogSGw2h4I/AAAAAAAAJPQ/E51O43GZhIs/s800/1_G10BlackHarvester.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-ON3KLVkrCm0/UwogUGDpYnI/AAAAAAAAJP8/g9K6HqKDpHc/s800/8_G10BlackHarvester%2520pin3.jpg)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-kLqzLpnkXk4/UwogQ9b0ZmI/AAAAAAAAJOw/Mn1KXA9zA8g/s800/12_G10BlackHarvester%2520Harvester%2520comparison.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on February 23, 2014, 07:15:53 PM
Black G10 Harvester
...
8)
I like it a lot. :tu:
I was thinking of doing something similar on a 84mm and was worried how strong it would be without liners. I see you almost doubled the width of the scales compared to the ALOX ones. Did you try with thinner G10 first or go straight to the thick scales?
Post by: crackout on February 23, 2014, 08:25:40 PM
More pics here (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?topic=40005.msg850473#msg850473).
Post by: Sparky415 on February 23, 2014, 08:27:06 PM
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-ON3KLVkrCm0/UwogUGDpYnI/AAAAAAAAJP8/g9K6HqKDpHc/s800/8_G10BlackHarvester%2520pin3.jpg)
:dd: :dd: :dd: Those pins
Post by: Glofindel on February 24, 2014, 12:19:53 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/24/hybubuha.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/24/ja9ura6a.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/24/5agu7uha.jpg)
nice to meet you all here.
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Post by: victor7000 on February 24, 2014, 12:20:24 AM
Black G10 Harvester
...
8)
I like it a lot. :tu:
I was thinking of doing something similar on a 84mm and was worried how strong it would be without liners. I see you almost doubled the width of the scales compared to the ALOX ones. Did you try with thinner G10 first or go straight to the thick scales?
I used 1/8 G10. So it's about 3.1mm and it's just a little bit thicker than the Alox scales. It looks like it would be thicker than the Alox because I didn't round the edges.
The G10 is very strong and I'm sure there is no need for additional liners even if you use a thinner G10.
Post by: enki_ck on February 24, 2014, 12:34:27 AM
Black G10 Harvester
...
8)
I like it a lot. :tu:
I was thinking of doing something similar on a 84mm and was worried how strong it would be without liners. I see you almost doubled the width of the scales compared to the ALOX ones. Did you try with thinner G10 first or go straight to the thick scales?
I used 1/8 G10. So it's about 3.1mm and it's just a little bit thicker than the Alox scales. It looks like it would be thicker than the Alox because I didn't round the edges.
The G10 is very strong and I'm sure there is no need for additional liners even if you use a thinner G10.
Thanks for the response. I was planing on using something similar to G10 but for a Cadet + scissors mod. Hopefully I'll do it soon. :D
---------------
Interesting tool selection, Glofindel. :tu:
Post by: Monrogue on February 24, 2014, 12:46:05 AM
Post by: MWDP on February 24, 2014, 01:06:19 AM
Just started modding sak a couple of months ago and this is the latest one.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/24/hybubuha.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/24/ja9ura6a.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/24/5agu7uha.jpg)
nice to meet you all here.
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I think I want one of those :gimme:
Post by: Glofindel on February 24, 2014, 01:26:46 AM
Just started modding sak a couple of months ago and this is the latest one.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/24/hybubuha.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/24/ja9ura6a.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/24/5agu7uha.jpg)
nice to meet you all here.
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I think I want one of those :gimme:
Sorry bro, that is one off.
Post by: rickinFL on February 25, 2014, 04:49:49 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/25/y4a4ase7.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/25/yhubyha9.jpg)
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Post by: Monrogue on February 25, 2014, 04:54:57 AM
Post by: mrynnr on February 25, 2014, 05:01:16 AM
Post by: rickinFL on February 25, 2014, 05:01:48 AM
Post by: Glofindel on February 25, 2014, 05:02:35 AM
Got copper?
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/25/y4a4ase7.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/25/yhubyha9.jpg)
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That is really pretty Rick.
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Post by: mrynnr on February 25, 2014, 05:03:16 AM
Thanks. Will have to shop for a set of suspenders if I ever plan on pocketing this badboy. It's getting copper liners tomorrow.don't forget the belt :)
Post by: rickinFL on February 25, 2014, 09:09:30 AM
Black G10 Harvester
For this mod I used an Alox Harvester and exchanged the silver Alox scales with Black G10 with a Coarse
Texture. The G10 used is pretty coarse and the grip is very good.
More pics on my blog (http://swissknives.info/black-g10-harvester/)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-abSXnng0WXc/UwogQNuExUI/AAAAAAAAJOc/iHzWSEobmhc/s800/0_G10BlackHarvester%2520hammer.jpg)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-XeNTVoK_hiQ/UwogSGw2h4I/AAAAAAAAJPQ/E51O43GZhIs/s800/1_G10BlackHarvester.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-ON3KLVkrCm0/UwogUGDpYnI/AAAAAAAAJP8/g9K6HqKDpHc/s800/8_G10BlackHarvester%2520pin3.jpg)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-kLqzLpnkXk4/UwogQ9b0ZmI/AAAAAAAAJOw/Mn1KXA9zA8g/s800/12_G10BlackHarvester%2520Harvester%2520comparison.jpg)
I am quite envious of your peening ability. That is outstanding.
Post by: crackout on February 25, 2014, 01:13:37 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/3CkOV7h.jpg)
Post by: Glofindel on February 25, 2014, 01:28:59 PM
Weathered screws (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?topic=40005.msg851287#msg851287)!
(http://i.imgur.com/3CkOV7h.jpg)
Nice!! I like small Vic with lots of tools.
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Post by: rickinFL on February 25, 2014, 04:52:24 PM
Just started modding sak a couple of months ago and this is the latest one.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/24/hybubuha.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/24/ja9ura6a.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/24/5agu7uha.jpg)
nice to meet you all here.
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I think I want one of those :gimme:
Sorry bro, that is one off.
WOWOWOWOW. I am a sucker for 58mm "monster" builds. Super nice job. Guess I'll have to bust up my pocket toolbox.
Post by: Glofindel on February 25, 2014, 08:49:43 PM
thank you Rick. I still need to learn more from you.Just started modding sak a couple of months ago and this is the latest one.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/24/hybubuha.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/24/ja9ura6a.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/24/5agu7uha.jpg)
nice to meet you all here.
Sent from my HTC One X using Tapatalk
I think I want one of those :gimme:
Sorry bro, that is one off.
WOWOWOWOW. I am a sucker for 58mm "monster" builds. Super nice job. Guess I'll have to bust up my pocket toolbox.
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Post by: rickinFL on February 25, 2014, 09:05:14 PM
I know what a pain it is to fit tools into the 58mm size.
Really nice.
I'll say thank you. You have inspired me to revisit another monster mod. I built one some time ago and think I need to revisit the idea just for fun. It won't be a carry knife!
I do like the wenger tools in that size much more than the vic. The micro flathead and bottle opener are my 2 favorites.
Anyway, a quick video of what I am up to today.
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=433633293434472&set=o.418241648303367&type=2&theater
Post by: rickinFL on February 27, 2014, 09:32:54 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/28/qyzejera.jpg)
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Post by: hiraethus on February 28, 2014, 12:13:19 PM
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2887/12832161993_305620ae77_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12832161993/)
Used the machine tools at work to make a clamp block for 2.2, 2.5 and 3 mm pins, cut a sheet of ABS to support the knives (I'll drill the holes to clear the rivets when I get home), turned a centre punch from a steel dowel and found some 2 mm dowels to use as pin punches. Also ordered some 2.2 and 2.5 mm brass rod and I'll pick up a smaller ball pein hammer over the weekend. :tu:
Post by: Dr Gonzo on February 28, 2014, 05:23:00 PM
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t1/1960100_10152217388622295_42438539_n.jpg)
Post by: magentus on February 28, 2014, 05:29:49 PM
I like the way your knots look too - do you do anything special to achieve that level of neatness or is it practice practice practice?
Post by: Dr Gonzo on February 28, 2014, 05:39:20 PM
I'm not sure what the wood is :think: it's from an old incense burner, some kind of hard wood I think...smells amazing after all it's years as an incense burner :D
The knot is the only one I'm any good at, I guess it is practice but just keeping it tight as you tie helps and once its tied you can tighten things up a bit with a few twists ;)
The knot is a Hangmans noose but Chris Reeve use's it on his knives and calls it the Reeve Coil Knot ::)
http://chrisreeve.com/Knot-Tie
Post by: magentus on March 01, 2014, 12:08:49 PM
Cheers Man :salute:
I'm not sure what the wood is :think: it's from an old incense burner, some kind of hard wood I think...smells amazing after all it's years as an incense burner :D
The knot is the only one I'm any good at, I guess it is practice but just keeping it tight as you tie helps and once its tied you can tighten things up a bit with a few twists ;)
The knot is a Hangmans noose but Chris Reeve use's it on his knives and calls it the Reeve Coil Knot ::)
http://chrisreeve.com/Knot-Tie
Thanks! I'm familiar with the knot but mine never look as neat as yours so I'll try your tip.
Where do you get your leather from? I have some rounded cord but it's really REALLY stiff and takes a lot of bending before it's malleable enough to be useful.
Post by: Dr Gonzo on March 01, 2014, 03:05:42 PM
Here's one on a Farmer...
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc258/colotty/DSC00447.jpg)
Link for eBay Leather Lace...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/100-Real-Round-Leather-Cord-1-5-or-2MM-String-Lace-Thong-Jewellery-HQ-/151184697716?pt=UK_Crafts_JewelleryMaking_GL&var=&hash=item23334f6974
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 01, 2014, 04:08:18 PM
I got it from eBay, I have used leather lace from a cobblers that is square and quite thick, I like making lanyards from that but it's more expensive ::)NICE, JR
Here's one on a Farmer...
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc258/colotty/DSC00447.jpg)
Link for eBay Leather Lace...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/100-Real-Round-Leather-Cord-1-5-or-2MM-String-Lace-Thong-Jewellery-HQ-/151184697716?pt=UK_Crafts_JewelleryMaking_GL&var=&hash=item23334f6974
Post by: magentus on March 01, 2014, 04:11:43 PM
I got it from eBay, I have used leather lace from a cobblers that is square and quite thick, I like making lanyards from that but it's more expensive ::)]
Here's one on a Farmer...
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc258/colotty/DSC00447.jpg)
Link for eBay Leather Lace...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/100-Real-Round-Leather-Cord-1-5-or-2MM-String-Lace-Thong-Jewellery-HQ-/151184697716?pt=UK_Crafts_JewelleryMaking_GL&var=&hash=item23334f6974
That's my favourite one of yours - How did you do the ends> Pliers?
Post by: Dr Gonzo on March 01, 2014, 04:23:15 PM
That's my favourite one of yours - How did you do the ends> Pliers?
I wet the leather a little and squeeze with pliers, the pliers leave a mark that look like tassels and on this one I put a couple of slices in the end to make actual tassels :D
Post by: magentus on March 01, 2014, 05:07:50 PM
Post by: twiliter on March 03, 2014, 05:11:38 PM
Post by: Etherealicer on March 04, 2014, 09:07:12 AM
Been wanting to try this for a while. Reprofiled the gutting blade on a dual pro into a locking one hand electrician. Nice to have a smaller blade on a locking 111mm, so far I like it. :)Wow, this is brilliant at least :tu: :tu: :tu:
Post by: twiliter on March 04, 2014, 01:29:10 PM
Been wanting to try this for a while. Reprofiled the gutting blade on a dual pro into a locking one hand electrician. Nice to have a smaller blade on a locking 111mm, so far I like it. :)Wow, this is brilliant at least :tu: :tu: :tu:
Thanks! It's similar to a Weekender now only bigger, and locking. Now if it only had scissors and scale tools... :)
Post by: Syph007 on March 04, 2014, 04:38:18 PM
Been wanting to try this for a while. Reprofiled the gutting blade on a dual pro into a locking one hand electrician. Nice to have a smaller blade on a locking 111mm, so far I like it. :)Wow, this is brilliant at least :tu: :tu: :tu:
Thanks! It's similar to a Weekender now only bigger, and locking. Now if it only had scissors and scale tools... :)
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=5287.0;attach=118713;image)
Nice! I like that one alot!
Post by: hiraethus on March 04, 2014, 06:09:46 PM
(https://v4s2.yimg.com/sk/3716/12931097413_90fc5a69f0_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12931097413/)
Machining some aluminium plate down to 4mm thick. I've been ordering tooling and parts too - 2mm ball nose end mill, 3mm TiN coated stub drill, 3mm brass rod, stainless M2 CSK torx screws, a Compact and an Explorer. Can you guess what it's going to be? 8)
Post by: lowtech on March 04, 2014, 06:51:43 PM
Post by: twiliter on March 04, 2014, 10:43:55 PM
Nice! I like that one alot!Been wanting to try this for a while. Reprofiled the gutting blade on a dual pro into a locking one hand electrician. Nice to have a smaller blade on a locking 111mm, so far I like it. :)Wow, this is brilliant at least :tu: :tu: :tu:
Thanks! It's similar to a Weekender now only bigger, and locking. Now if it only had scissors and scale tools... :)
Thanks Syph! It's working great so far, slightly bigger (and heavier) than the OHT due to the additional locking liner, but still a nice carry size (in my pouch anyway). :)
Post by: hiraethus on March 05, 2014, 10:03:04 AM
Alox Yeoman?
:tu: Decided it would be easier to drill out the tools and use 3mm threaded pins to build a 91mm Alox-like knife than to make custom springs for a 93mm. Easier to rebuild the knife than a peened one if I decide to change to tools too.
Post by: hiraethus on March 05, 2014, 06:07:58 PM
(https://v4s2.yimg.com/sk/3693/12952082313_d5274e2d45_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12952082313/)
Took way too long, but came out ok in the end. Need to get quicker.
Been playing about with the milling pattern for the scales in CAD too:
(https://v4s2.yimg.com/sk/3722/12952020955_96462238d2_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12952020955/)
2mm ball nose cutter, 0.25mm deep on a 2mm pitch.
Post by: Syph007 on March 05, 2014, 06:33:09 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on March 06, 2014, 12:40:52 PM
Special SAK for a little girl.
This is still a work in progress, functionally it's pretty much there, but lots of finishing work still to be done. several grades of sandpaper to go and then polishing for the scales.
Pretty much everything sharp or pointy has been addressed.
Main blade replaced with a ruler
Small blade replaced with a nail file
Scissors given a round nose treatment
Can opener... may get its edge blunted, or even be ground back to a shape like a technician screwdriver. Jury still out on that one.
Awl replaced with a Wenger item, it's still there to make the backspring work, but the nail nick is inaccessible. But with a little work a cutout will make it usable again.
Corkscrew tip rounded off.
No T&T, small parts go in small mouths. Also I think it would spoil the look of the scales. (Artistic opinion, no correspondence will be entered into)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0163_zps1243f47c.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0163_zps1243f47c.jpg.html)
Post by: lowtech on March 06, 2014, 01:09:34 PM
If you round out the Scissors, shouldn´t the Nailfile get the same treatment?
How old is the new owner?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 06, 2014, 01:40:51 PM
Post by: Monrogue on March 06, 2014, 03:00:49 PM
Post by: neillcurrie on March 06, 2014, 03:46:03 PM
Solid brass scales, standard Yeoman tool load-out, but with the file on the Hook. Old Mag Glass and inline Phillips.Lanyard from 550 paracord, diamond knots.A toothpick lives under the hook, it's a cut-down plastic toothpick from the packets you get at a Pharmacy. The Cocoon was shrunk from electrical shrink-tubing, 22mm IIRC. Modern eyeglass screwdriver lives in the corkscrew.
The rivets were opened up to 2.5mm throughout, hand peened, all finishing on scales done with 400/600/1500 wet and dry, followed with Simichrome. Finish is not perfect, as you might expect with hand cut and finished scales, but it's quite presentable. Very solid heft with so much Brass, and great snap to the tools. Knife was assembled from parts, no Vic's were harmed during construction :)
Post by: magentus on March 06, 2014, 05:39:44 PM
That is Lush Neil - Nice one :salute:
Post by: enki_ck on March 06, 2014, 07:03:15 PM
At first I thought the scales had a nail nick, and then realized that was a reflection from the ceiling. :D
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Peter, love the scales and tool loadout. :tu: I wouldn't worry about the can opener and would leave it as is.
Post by: neillcurrie on March 06, 2014, 07:51:24 PM
I may put a little relief into one scale though....I can get the combo tool out OK without it, but it does sit about 1mm too low.
The combo tool is originally from a 84mm knife. I enlarged the pivot to 2.5mm, and had to grind a smidge off the end of the spring, and increase the spring bend to get sufficient snap. Its just right now.
Post by: hiraethus on March 07, 2014, 02:05:05 PM
This:
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2322/12988601743_65d4b869ee.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12988601743/)
Then this:
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2108/12988867534_48abaee31f.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12988867534/)
45 minutes later, this:
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7428/12988864544_8885293a05.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12988864544/)
Enough to do both scales.
Also tested the 3mm carbide cutter on an unwanted fish scaler - went through like butter. 8)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 07, 2014, 02:13:53 PM
Ball nose cutter arrived. :tu:That's cool! JR
This:
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2322/12988601743_65d4b869ee.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12988601743/)
Then this:
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2108/12988867534_48abaee31f.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12988867534/)
45 minutes later, this:
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7428/12988864544_8885293a05.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/12988864544/)
Enough to do both scales.
Also tested the 3mm carbide cutter on an unwanted fish scaler - went through like butter. 8)
Post by: enki_ck on March 07, 2014, 08:08:43 PM
What size scales will you be making?
Post by: hiraethus on March 07, 2014, 08:51:19 PM
Post by: Glofindel on March 07, 2014, 09:23:55 PM
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Post by: hiraethus on March 08, 2014, 11:10:49 PM
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7387/13018746205_f2d3032f5d.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/13018746205/)
Post by: daverobson on March 08, 2014, 11:27:48 PM
Much, much filing later:
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7387/13018746205_f2d3032f5d.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/13018746205/)
:tu: :gimme:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 08, 2014, 11:28:10 PM
Much, much filing later:That's turning out pretty good! Keep it up! JR
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7387/13018746205_f2d3032f5d.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/13018746205/)
Post by: Glofindel on March 09, 2014, 05:24:41 AM
Black Vagabond with red shield and red G10 liner.
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Post by: stealth007s on March 09, 2014, 05:51:30 AM
Much, much filing later:
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7387/13018746205_f2d3032f5d.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/13018746205/)
:popcorn:
Post by: hiraethus on March 09, 2014, 10:05:46 PM
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3053/13043225284_429accd2cf.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/13043225284/)
OK, so it's just a Climber but seemed a shame not to use the leftover parts from my Yeoman build.
Post by: captain spaulding on March 09, 2014, 11:35:03 PM
First time playing with G10.
Black Vagabond with red shield and red G10 liner.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/09/vudame6y.jpg)
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Very nice! :tu:
Post by: Glofindel on March 09, 2014, 11:51:27 PM
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Post by: hiraethus on March 10, 2014, 10:51:43 PM
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3124/13068916873_958120a4d3_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/13068916873/)
They're a bit thick though, so I'll skim a millimetre off the back on the mill tomorrow.
Tested the fit of all the parts (except the tools on the back) on the 3mm pins:
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2851/13069135564_c64961d8d3_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/13069135564/)
Couldn't resist putting the scales on to see what it looks like:
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3640/13068788825_668d0dcd86_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/13068788825/)
8)
Post by: lowtech on March 11, 2014, 04:11:49 PM
Post by: hiraethus on March 11, 2014, 10:36:56 PM
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7434/13091738104_d12c8c3296_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/13091738104/)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3308/13091465195_293b39b03f_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/13091465195/)
Took forever to assemble though - one of the holes in the scales is out of position and the screws are too long. I had to use a washer that was too thick between the knife blade and the scale so need to find some 0.2mm brass shim to make a thinner one. Finally, I need to find somewhere to hard anodise the scales for me.
Post by: Syph007 on March 11, 2014, 11:09:31 PM
If you cant find a local place for the hard anodize you're welcome to send it over here and I'll include it in an anodize run. It would have to be 6061 Al though. The other grades cant take the same current and fry.
Post by: Chaka on March 12, 2014, 06:59:49 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/N4BUgOS.jpg)
Post by: hiraethus on March 12, 2014, 09:16:30 PM
Looking good!
If you cant find a local place for the hard anodize you're welcome to send it over here and I'll include it in an anodize run. It would have to be 6061 Al though. The other grades cant take the same current and fry.
Thanks! They're 6082 and Canada's a fair way but that's a really nice offer. I've got a place in mind (we use them for work) so I'll see if they're prepared to do very small jobs.
Post by: ivan_partizan on March 13, 2014, 12:39:35 PM
Antiquing stock liners and spacer for my solid copper scales.
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Awesome work!
How you do this?
Post by: rickinFL on March 13, 2014, 12:44:54 PM
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Post by: ivan_partizan on March 13, 2014, 12:51:06 PM
black oxide solution
like this ancient! I should to do it too)
Post by: neillcurrie on March 13, 2014, 02:28:00 PM
Maybe we should just send each other a package of knives that are in the "pre-worked-on" state :rofl:
Post by: enki_ck on March 13, 2014, 05:11:55 PM
Turned the threaded pins, milled the scales thinner (it's no longer a Plus, more like a standard Alox) and managed to get the knife together tonight.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7434/13091738104_d12c8c3296_z.jpg
Took forever to assemble though - one of the holes in the scales is out of position and the screws are too long. I had to use a washer that was too thick between the knife blade and the scale so need to find some 0.2mm brass shim to make a thinner one. Finally, I need to find somewhere to hard anodise the scales for me.
Nice work. :hatsoff: Looks really good assembled.
As for the anodizing, are you thinking clear or color anodizing? I like the looks of this silver one and wouldn't add any color to it for your first go.
Post by: hiraethus on March 13, 2014, 09:13:57 PM
I quite like the silver, but black is better. I like black. 8)
Post by: papercut on March 14, 2014, 01:01:37 PM
(http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n450/papercut54321/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG1082.jpg) (http://s339.photobucket.com/user/papercut54321/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG1082.jpg.html)
(http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n450/papercut54321/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG1086.jpg) (http://s339.photobucket.com/user/papercut54321/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG1086.jpg.html)
yours is just much cooler!
Post by: chris.customworks on March 17, 2014, 07:35:32 AM
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/02/comp_s1058112.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/02/comp_s1058113.jpg?w=600)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/02/comp_s1058117.jpg?w=800)
:)
Post by: crackout on March 17, 2014, 09:49:26 AM
You drilled all the "Outrider"-Parts to 3mm, right?
Post by: chris.customworks on March 17, 2014, 11:14:26 AM
Best regards,
Chris
Post by: enki_ck on March 17, 2014, 01:33:39 PM
I'd call it a OH Outrider though. :D
Post by: neillcurrie on March 17, 2014, 02:03:02 PM
The opened knife doesn't seem to show anything like that hook.
Post by: enki_ck on March 17, 2014, 02:12:42 PM
What's the strange, small, hook just past the scissors tip in the first photo? Looks to be in the same layer.
The opened knife doesn't seem to show anything like that hook.
That's part of the phillips screwdriver, to help with extraction. The phillips rides underneath the scissors, so you first have to open the scissors to get to it and then it's too low to grab it so you use this "hook".
Post by: neillcurrie on March 17, 2014, 02:16:28 PM
Post by: rickinFL on March 17, 2014, 02:29:27 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/17/8u7ujapy.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/17/u7uja5av.jpg)
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Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 17, 2014, 02:31:38 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/17/e8u8ugap.jpg)Nice! JR
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Post by: hiraethus on March 17, 2014, 08:43:21 PM
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3799/13226455324_4666b23b11.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/13226455324/)
Slots for toothpick and tweezers:
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7185/13226038715_4b1462f6b3.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/13226038715/)
Post by: stealth007s on March 17, 2014, 09:40:29 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/17/e8u8ugap.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/17/8u7ujapy.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/17/u7uja5av.jpg)
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Those scales look like carbon fiber. Are they?
Post by: rickinFL on March 17, 2014, 09:45:29 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/17/e8u8ugap.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/17/8u7ujapy.jpg)
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Those scales look like carbon fiber. Are they?
lightning strike carbon fiber.
Post by: stealth007s on March 17, 2014, 09:47:51 PM
lightning strike carbon fiber.
I've been wanting to do carbon fiber scales on my Swiss Champ for a while now. A thing of beauty there :drool:
Post by: rickinFL on March 17, 2014, 10:24:18 PM
lightning strike carbon fiber.
I've been wanting to do carbon fiber scales on my Swiss Champ for a while now. A thing of beauty there :drool:
It was far easier to work than I thought. I will be ordering some thinner carbon fiber for 91mm mods next.
Post by: enki_ck on March 17, 2014, 11:27:31 PM
Slow, slow progress but the scales are finally sanded and polished and ready to send to the anodizer (who will slip them into the next run of black for a very reasonable sum):
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3799/13226455324_4666b23b11.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/13226455324/)
Slots for toothpick and tweezers:
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7185/13226038715_4b1462f6b3.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/13226038715/)
Nice. :tu: You'll still need to use liner though so the T&T don't fall out. I'd try to make the T&T grooves ride on the same scale, like on the Plus scales, just not pen and tooothpick but toothpick and tweezers. That way you'd only need the liner on one side.
Post by: hiraethus on March 18, 2014, 10:19:42 AM
Nice. :tu: You'll still need to use liner though so the T&T don't fall out. I'd try to make the T&T grooves ride on the same scale, like on the Plus scales, just not pen and tooothpick but toothpick and tweezers. That way you'd only need the liner on one side.
Yep. I milled down the scales to make them thinner, planning to use them without liners, then didn't like the way the corkscrew extended a long way past the scale. So I put the liners back in and decided to cut the grooves for T+T. What I should have done is make the shield side scale thin (2mm or so) and used no liner and then tried to get the T+T into the corkscrew side, with a liner. Every day is a school day. :D
Post by: stealth007s on March 20, 2014, 04:40:52 AM
It was far easier to work than I thought. I will be ordering some thinner carbon fiber for 91mm mods next.
What thickness is that and what thickness would you recommend?
Post by: lowtech on March 20, 2014, 09:24:33 AM
Nice. :tu: You'll still need to use liner though so the T&T don't fall out. I'd try to make the T&T grooves ride on the same scale, like on the Plus scales, just not pen and tooothpick but toothpick and tweezers. That way you'd only need the liner on one side.
Yep. I milled down the scales to make them thinner, planning to use them without liners, then didn't like the way the corkscrew extended a long way past the scale. So I put the liners back in and decided to cut the grooves for T+T. What I should have done is make the shield side scale thin (2mm or so) and used no liner and then tried to get the T+T into the corkscrew side, with a liner. Every day is a school day. :D
You could even mill 3 slots in one scale to accept Toothpick, pen and (shorter) tweezers like on the Vics with electronic scales.
The pattern is there on most newer scales, only theopening for the 3rd slot is left blank.
I do have some short tweezers I don´t need myself that I´d sponsor.
Post by: HankSolon on March 20, 2014, 10:40:20 AM
Post by: hiraethus on March 20, 2014, 11:11:23 AM
Post by: HankSolon on March 20, 2014, 11:41:40 AM
:cheers: :D
Post by: lowtech on March 20, 2014, 12:44:34 PM
4 slots, you forgot the pin. ;-)
:facepalm: Right you are.
would make a nice Alox Plus, don´t you think Hiraethus? :pok:
Post by: hiraethus on March 20, 2014, 01:50:43 PM
Post by: Metropolicity on March 22, 2014, 12:01:41 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/22/anejemun.jpg)
There is always a way, hack on!
Post by: hiraethus on March 29, 2014, 04:34:58 PM
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7401/13484319663_27b0f4e8fb_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/mxyEs4)
A nice deep matt black.
91mm Alox Yeoman with 3mm brass pins and M2 csk Torx screws holding it together.
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7091/13484828914_254f38eb1a_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/mxBgQf)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7034/13484831684_1b068d35a3_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/mxBhE1)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3820/13484477095_b8d6cb1886_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/mxztfp)
Post by: neillcurrie on March 29, 2014, 04:53:33 PM
Post by: captain spaulding on March 29, 2014, 10:13:00 PM
Post by: Glofindel on March 29, 2014, 10:24:01 PM
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Post by: daverobson on March 29, 2014, 10:29:29 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 29, 2014, 11:23:22 PM
Post by: ducttapetech on March 30, 2014, 01:02:12 AM
that's us mobile
Post by: Monrogue on March 30, 2014, 03:09:44 AM
Post by: magentus on March 30, 2014, 12:54:09 PM
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Post by: PTRSAK on March 31, 2014, 05:04:22 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_20140331_12570_edit_1396234652902_zpspc5iyv8l.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_20140331_12570_edit_1396234652902_zpspc5iyv8l.jpg.html)
The other halves of both knives were trashed.
Post by: Glofindel on March 31, 2014, 05:33:44 AM
A hybrid of the internals of a vintage Executive and the stainless steel scales of an even older Prince.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_20140331_12570_edit_1396234652902_zpspc5iyv8l.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_20140331_12570_edit_1396234652902_zpspc5iyv8l.jpg.html)
The other halves of both knives were trashed.
How did you remove the metal scale? I have Wenger in metal scale that I want to mode but have no idea how to take them out.
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Post by: PTRSAK on March 31, 2014, 01:52:12 PM
How did you remove the metal scale? I have Wenger in metal scale that I want to mode but have no idea how to take them out.
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These were glued on and quite hard to get off, the Wenger metal scales are stuck on with double sided tape, or at least the ones I have removed were..
here is a link to some pic's of me removing Dynasty series scales. I assume the stainless Wenger scales are similar.
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,43091.msg692470.html#msg692470
Post by: Glofindel on March 31, 2014, 11:10:23 PM
Thank you so much.
How did you remove the metal scale? I have Wenger in metal scale that I want to mode but have no idea how to take them out.
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These were glued on and quite hard to get off, the Wenger metal scales are stuck on with double sided tape, or at least the ones I have removed were..
here is a link to some pic's of me removing Dynasty series scales. I assume the stainless Wenger scales are similar.
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,43091.msg692470.html#msg692470 (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,43091.msg692470.html#msg692470)
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Post by: papercut on April 01, 2014, 07:25:49 AM
A hybrid of the internals of a vintage Executive and the stainless steel scales of an even older Prince.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_20140331_12570_edit_1396234652902_zpspc5iyv8l.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_20140331_12570_edit_1396234652902_zpspc5iyv8l.jpg.html)
The other halves of both knives were trashed.
Looks fab! Glad to see my little goodies being put to good use!
Post by: Sneider on April 01, 2014, 09:33:55 AM
(http://up.picr.de/17830396ke.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/17830395ra.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/17830391sq.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/17830394gl.jpg)
Post by: Gareth on April 01, 2014, 09:57:49 AM
Post by: Glofindel on April 01, 2014, 10:02:07 AM
Black Pioneer with silver net pattern
(http://up.picr.de/17830396ke.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/17830395ra.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/17830391sq.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/17830394gl.jpg)
Very nice is that brass liners too?
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Post by: PTRSAK on April 01, 2014, 10:22:13 AM
Looks fab! Glad to see my little goodies being put to good use!
Yes, This has turned into a very nice little "Gentleman's knife".
Pity the person carrying it (me) is not such a gentleman :whistle:
Post by: Sneider on April 01, 2014, 12:43:15 PM
Black Pioneer with silver net pattern
(http://up.picr.de/17830396ke.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/17830395ra.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/17830391sq.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/17830394gl.jpg)
Very nice is that brass liners too?
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Thanks. The liner is german silver.
Post by: Sidhartha on April 01, 2014, 06:07:15 PM
Post by: Jimmy the Turnip Wang on April 01, 2014, 08:03:21 PM
Black Pioneer with silver net pattern
...
Very nice is that brass liners too?
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Thanks. The liner is german silver.
Is German silver better or worse than regular silver? Which one costs more? :think:
Post by: Sneider on April 01, 2014, 08:33:14 PM
whooaa very cool!!! :salute: excellent work! what is the scale material?
Thanks! :) The scales are anodized aluminium.
Post by: captain spaulding on April 01, 2014, 08:38:14 PM
Black Pioneer with silver net pattern
...
Very nice is that brass liners too?
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Thanks. The liner is german silver.
Is German silver better or worse than regular silver? Which one costs more? :think:
Don't think German Silver has any silver in it at all.
Post by: enki_ck on April 01, 2014, 08:47:08 PM
Black Pioneer with silver net pattern
...
Very nice is that brass liners too?
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Thanks. The liner is german silver.
Is German silver better or worse than regular silver? Which one costs more? :think:
Don't think German Silver has any silver in it at all.
Don't contradict our new leadership, they rule with an iron fist. :ahhh (Not sure about the iron content of it though. :P )
Post by: captain spaulding on April 01, 2014, 08:50:02 PM
Post by: Sneider on April 01, 2014, 09:09:41 PM
Is German silver better or worse than regular silver? Which one costs more? :think:
German silver is a synonym for nickel silver. An alloy of copper, nickel and zinc.
Silver costs more.
Post by: microbe on April 01, 2014, 09:12:54 PM
Scales came back from the anodiser this morning:
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7401/13484319663_27b0f4e8fb_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/mxyEs4)
A nice deep matt black.
91mm Alox Yeoman with 3mm brass pins and M2 csk Torx screws holding it together.
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7091/13484828914_254f38eb1a_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/mxBgQf)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7034/13484831684_1b068d35a3_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/mxBhE1)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3820/13484477095_b8d6cb1886_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/mxztfp)
Seriously drooling on this one. :drool: :drool:
Post by: Sneider on April 01, 2014, 09:15:52 PM
I answer to no one! >:D
Oh, why? Not even me? :-[
Post by: captain spaulding on April 01, 2014, 09:20:05 PM
I answer to no one! >:D
Oh, why? Not even me? :-[
I will make an exception for you. :D
Post by: Sneider on April 01, 2014, 09:32:06 PM
I answer to no one! >:D
Oh, why? Not even me? :-[
I will make an exception for you. :D
Almost my joy would be broken on clowns…
Thank you! good Clown :D
Post by: captain spaulding on April 01, 2014, 09:34:15 PM
I answer to no one! >:D
Oh, why? Not even me? :-[
I will make an exception for you. :D
Almost my joy would be broken on clowns…
Thank you! good Clown :D
My pleasure. :D
Post by: hiraethus on April 02, 2014, 06:10:44 PM
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3724/13583719245_a4860b5b29_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/mGm7tX)
Eventually it'll be a polished stainless huntsman with philips.
Post by: papercut on April 03, 2014, 03:29:48 AM
Here comes the next one:
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3724/13583719245_a4860b5b29_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/mGm7tX)
Eventually it'll be a polished stainless huntsman with philips.
For those of you who want aluminum scales compatible with 91mm Vics but don't have a full work shop, they are available here:
http://www.lowes.com/pd_503063-50034-51449L_0__?Ntt=51449L&UserSearch=51449L&productId=50086738&rpp=32
I had a proof of concept mod made (explorer) and they do indeed line up perfectly with Vic 91mm innards.
Cheers!
Post by: Huntsman on April 03, 2014, 06:06:51 AM
Here comes the next one:
Eventually it'll be a polished stainless huntsman with philips.
Is that one or both scales?
If one it looks like it will be heavy :o
If two - I guess you slice it in half long ways ??
Love your work ! Looking forward to seeing the final item
Post by: hiraethus on April 03, 2014, 07:50:58 AM
Is that one or both scales?
If one it looks like it will be heavy :o
If two - I guess you slice it in half long ways ??
Love your work ! Looking forward to seeing the final item
Thanks! It's just the one scale - 3mm thick 420 stainless (I bought 304 but the markings on the plate say 1.4301 which is 420). It is a bit thick but I don't think the corkscrew sits nicely with thinner scales. I won't be putting toothpick and tweezers on this one so I'll leave the outer liners out. The knife will weigh about 60 grams more than normal - SAKWiki says the standard huntsman is 97g so it will be a fair chunk more.
Post by: hiraethus on April 03, 2014, 07:54:39 AM
For those of you who want aluminum scales compatible with 91mm Vics but don't have a full work shop, they are available here:
http://www.lowes.com/pd_503063-50034-51449L_0__?Ntt=51449L&UserSearch=51449L&productId=50086738&rpp=32
I had a proof of concept mod made (explorer) and they do indeed line up perfectly with Vic 91mm innards.
Cheers!
Thanks, good to know you can get them elsewhere. I've got a machine shop quoting for CNC machined 91mm scales at the moment. Hopefully they won't be too expensive so I can make more Alox knives.
Post by: hiraethus on April 03, 2014, 11:16:07 PM
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7207/13609445075_1a45824e00.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/mJBXSK)
(don't worry, I've got plans for the rest of the bits ... black Trail Guide Plus coming soon)
First test fit of parts:
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7016/13609782934_a46d4782fd_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/mJDGiU)
I've got the layers reversed (oops!) and no tools on the back, but this is basically what it'll look like.
Large blade/small blade with corkscrew
Saw with chisel
Scissors with hook
Cap lifter/philips with awl
The philips driver is too thick and needs to come down further into the knife when closed, but it'll work with some fettling.
Post by: Mr. Blonde on April 06, 2014, 11:08:38 PM
Maybe i´ll ad the build of my new mod later.
I have no real name for the one with the Elinox front scale. But i think, i´ll call my new mod the "Proto-Troubleshooter". All the tools where made before ´86 or weren´t changed in ´86. The backside Phillips is even older. The Pliers are the very first version, made only ´86-´87 (2,5mm). So all the tools predate the actual Troubleshooter. As a personal note, i put on the back an old economy scale, since i like tweezers, but not the toothpick. :D
No. 1:
(http://abload.de/img/mysaks054riu1y.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=mysaks054riu1y.jpg)
(http://abload.de/img/mysaks0564duxz.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=mysaks0564duxz.jpg)
(http://abload.de/img/mysaks059vjugi.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=mysaks059vjugi.jpg)
(http://abload.de/img/mysaks061mmufz.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=mysaks061mmufz.jpg)
No. 2:
(http://abload.de/img/mysaks219lsu9i.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=mysaks219lsu9i.jpg)
(http://abload.de/img/mysaks220qpush.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=mysaks220qpush.jpg)
(http://abload.de/img/mysaks221rfu2y.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=mysaks221rfu2y.jpg)
(http://abload.de/img/mysaks2257tuu2.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=mysaks2257tuu2.jpg)
(http://abload.de/img/mysaks224f6upo.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=mysaks224f6upo.jpg)
btw: I only use non rare or very beaten or broken saks for my mods.
Post by: Chaka on April 08, 2014, 05:43:15 AM
(http://i.imgur.com/aSUSw66.jpg)
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Post by: PTRSAK on April 08, 2014, 10:28:29 AM
Latest... 93mm bantam
(http://i.imgur.com/aSUSw66.jpg)
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Ah, a big Bantam... I maintain that this configuration should be called a Chicken, because by definition a Bantam is a small Chicken...
I have a "Chicken", it's a great slim carry SAK. All the "decent blade" advantage of a Solo but the added functionality of the combo tool. :tu:
Post by: ducttapetech on April 08, 2014, 11:26:36 AM
Ok, here are my first two mods. The build of the first one can be already seen in this thread:http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,47204.msg773180.html#msg773180 (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,47204.msg773180.html#msg773180)Sweet mods!
Maybe i´ll ad the build of my new mod later.
I have no real name for the one with the Elinox front scale. But i think, i´ll call my new mod the "Proto-Troubleshooter". All the tools where made before ´86 or weren´t changed in ´86. The backside Phillips is even older. The Pliers are the very first version, made only ´86-´87 (2,5mm). So all the tools predate the actual Troubleshooter. As a personal note, i put on the back an old economy scale, since i like tweezers, but not the toothpick. :D
No. 1:
(http://abload.de/img/mysaks054riu1y.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=mysaks054riu1y.jpg)
(http://abload.de/img/mysaks0564duxz.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=mysaks0564duxz.jpg)
(http://abload.de/img/mysaks059vjugi.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=mysaks059vjugi.jpg)
(http://abload.de/img/mysaks061mmufz.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=mysaks061mmufz.jpg)
No. 2:
(http://abload.de/img/mysaks219lsu9i.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=mysaks219lsu9i.jpg)
(http://abload.de/img/mysaks220qpush.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=mysaks220qpush.jpg)
(http://abload.de/img/mysaks221rfu2y.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=mysaks221rfu2y.jpg)
(http://abload.de/img/mysaks2257tuu2.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=mysaks2257tuu2.jpg)
(http://abload.de/img/mysaks224f6upo.jpg) (http://abload.de/image.php?img=mysaks224f6upo.jpg)
btw: I only use non rare or very beaten or broken saks for my mods.
live from Nate's mobile
Post by: hiraethus on April 08, 2014, 01:55:39 PM
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3688/13714796563_6698bd0ca3_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/mTVVcH)
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2858/13714775075_2e249ee016_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/mTVNPe)
Post by: papercut on April 10, 2014, 01:06:30 AM
Post by: PTRSAK on April 10, 2014, 10:30:29 AM
Chicken!
(http://galeri8.uludagsozluk.com/492/foghorn-leghorn_523088.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 10, 2014, 01:43:24 PM
Foghorn leghorn saysChicken!
(http://galeri8.uludagsozluk.com/492/foghorn-leghorn_523088.jpg)
Hey boy, I say boy, look at here, "Aaaaaahhhhh, shuuutupp!!"
That chicken knife of your is to thin, I wouldn't be able to carry that, it's gotta have some meat to it, even my cadet I think is too thin.. JR
Post by: twiliter on April 16, 2014, 11:26:59 PM
Peened a 58mm liner only to attach scale tools, oriented the light and pen opposite each other to avoid accidently pressing the light button which was a little startling a few times on my regular Sig. Lite.
Any combination of scale tools will work, I also made one with a pen and toothpick I call the 'Waiter, Check Please!'
Maybe a custom brass liner protruding enough for a KR attach would be nice too. I'm not a seasoned pro modder yet, so that will have to wait...
:salute:
Post by: captain spaulding on April 16, 2014, 11:39:04 PM
Post by: Glofindel on April 16, 2014, 11:45:14 PM
Signature Ultra-Lite 8)Great idea.
Peened a 58mm liner only to attach scale tools, oriented the light and pen opposite each other to avoid accidently pressing the light button which was a little startling a few times on my regular Sig. Lite.
Any combination of scale tools will work, I also made one with a pen and toothpick I call the 'Waiter, Check Please!'
Maybe a custom brass liner protruding enough for a KR attach would be nice too. I'm not a seasoned pro modder yet, so that will have to wait...
:salute:
LOVE it
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Post by: twiliter on April 17, 2014, 12:33:04 AM
Post by: Syph007 on April 17, 2014, 01:21:58 AM
Signature Ultra-Lite 8)
Peened a 58mm liner only to attach scale tools, oriented the light and pen opposite each other to avoid accidently pressing the light button which was a little startling a few times on my regular Sig. Lite.
Any combination of scale tools will work, I also made one with a pen and toothpick I call the 'Waiter, Check Please!'
Maybe a custom brass liner protruding enough for a KR attach would be nice too. I'm not a seasoned pro modder yet, so that will have to wait...
:salute:
Cool! Thats unique!
Post by: twiliter on April 17, 2014, 02:04:17 AM
Trying to eliminate EDC redundancies. :)
Post by: Random Dan on April 17, 2014, 02:46:24 AM
Signature Ultra-Lite 8)Now that's something I haven't seen before, very cool.
Peened a 58mm liner only to attach scale tools, oriented the light and pen opposite each other to avoid accidently pressing the light button which was a little startling a few times on my regular Sig. Lite.
Any combination of scale tools will work, I also made one with a pen and toothpick I call the 'Waiter, Check Please!'
Maybe a custom brass liner protruding enough for a KR attach would be nice too. I'm not a seasoned pro modder yet, so that will have to wait...
:salute:
Post by: twiliter on April 17, 2014, 03:58:23 AM
I haven't either, maybe I need to search the mod archives. Idea occurred to me while peening a 91mm and wondering how slim it could be... :think:
Post by: PTRSAK on April 18, 2014, 12:50:37 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0225_zps5ec2b213.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0225_zps5ec2b213.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0227_zps5b9c3110.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0227_zps5b9c3110.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0228_zps9c3cd2f7.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0228_zps9c3cd2f7.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0224_zps333c87b7.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0224_zps333c87b7.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0223_zps82a84a84.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0223_zps82a84a84.jpg.html)
Post by: Syph007 on April 18, 2014, 12:55:26 AM
Post by: PTRSAK on April 18, 2014, 03:35:54 AM
ahhh a 108mm solo spring for the scissors... makes sense. Is there enough room opposite the scissors to stick another tool since the scissors are shorter than the frame?
Not sure of the feasibility of that. All the springs are single ended and the lanyard hole goes through the springs and liners as well.
I guess there is the possibility of cutting the end of the spring down and shaping a pad on the end.
But it would be a very short tool... there is barely 10mm to spare.
Post by: Syph007 on April 18, 2014, 03:37:23 AM
ahhh a 108mm solo spring for the scissors... makes sense. Is there enough room opposite the scissors to stick another tool since the scissors are shorter than the frame?
Not sure of the feasibility of that. All the springs are single ended and the lanyard hole goes through the springs and liners as well.
I guess there is the possibility of cutting the end of the spring down and shaping a pad on the end.
But it would be a very short tool... there is barely 10mm to spare.
It was just a thought. It would break the all tools open from the same end rule the 108s have anyhow. :D
Post by: ironraven on April 18, 2014, 05:23:52 AM
108mm ICAR GAK + 108mm Victorinox Solo + 91mm Climber + custom Camo scales = some kind of Super GAK
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0227_zps5b9c3110.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0227_zps5b9c3110.jpg.html)
Nice! Maybe it's a Jeager, german Huntsman? Jeagersmann? Weidmann?
Post by: ducttapetech on April 18, 2014, 12:55:43 PM
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Post by: RT1969 on April 18, 2014, 01:56:28 PM
108mm ICAR GAK + 108mm Victorinox Solo + 91mm Climber + custom Camo scales = some kind of Super GAK
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0227_zps5b9c3110.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0227_zps5b9c3110.jpg.html)
Nice! Maybe it's a Jeager, german Huntsman? Jeagersmann? Weidmann?
I like this knife, though I don't like the 108mm Saw/Opener/file combo. :think:
But if you don't want to out yourself as an american, that's Jäger (or Jaeger, if you have something agains umlauts) or Waidmann (but that's old-fashioned). :P
And though this sounded sarcastic, good job ironraven! I know some germans that would write Waidmann wrong (in fact there is a discussion on wikipedia atm) and I can tolerate the ea/ae confusion. ;)
Post by: Huntsman on April 19, 2014, 12:11:56 AM
Signature Ultra-Lite 8)
Hey Twilter - That's pretty funny and neat!
But it ought to be called the 'Swiss Army'
Why?
Obvious - It's a Swiss Army Knife without the knife :D
Post by: Reinier on April 19, 2014, 07:12:49 AM
Thanks! :cheers:
I haven't either, maybe I need to search the mod archives. Idea occurred to me while peening a 91mm and wondering how slim it could be... :think:
Yes there has been a 91mm zero layer mod before. But yours is also pretty cool! I like the idea :tu:
Post by: twiliter on April 19, 2014, 02:35:10 PM
Signature Ultra-Lite 8)
Hey Twilter - That's pretty funny and neat!
But it ought to be called the 'Swiss Army'
Why?
Obvious - It's a Swiss Army Knife without the knife :D
lol, you're right in fact...
Thanks! :cheers:
Post by: twiliter on April 19, 2014, 02:42:47 PM
Thanks! :cheers:
I haven't either, maybe I need to search the mod archives. Idea occurred to me while peening a 91mm and wondering how slim it could be... :think:
Yes there has been a 91mm zero layer mod before. But yours is also pretty cool! I like the idea :tu:
Thanks R!, I would like to see the zero layer 91mm, I was just thinking about the gaping hole the CS/phillips cutout would be if left empty, so I gave up on the idea.
@Syph-- I was thinking how cool your machined 58mm T&T layer would be with an LED and retractable pen. Scale tool perfection I think (flight friendly too!) :tu:
Post by: lowtech on April 19, 2014, 03:12:01 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 19, 2014, 05:34:32 PM
Hey I got a question,, what if you made a 108 blank back spring, but cut it out to the 91 inner size? This way the scissors would have something to rest against, and there also wouldn't be a large gap at the end? Just a thought,, JRahhh a 108mm solo spring for the scissors... makes sense. Is there enough room opposite the scissors to stick another tool since the scissors are shorter than the frame?
Not sure of the feasibility of that. All the springs are single ended and the lanyard hole goes through the springs and liners as well.
I guess there is the possibility of cutting the end of the spring down and shaping a pad on the end.
But it would be a very short tool... there is barely 10mm to spare.
It was just a thought. It would break the all tools open from the same end rule the 108s have anyhow. :D
Post by: twiliter on April 19, 2014, 06:41:11 PM
you could always use 2 top layers - I guess you´d need to glue one on beacuase of the misplaced holes, but maybe if you find an old solid one you could drill the indents for a press fit.
That might work, but two sets of tweezers wouldn't do me much good, I barely use them as it is. Maybe an 84mm modified to accept more scale tools? :think:
Post by: lowtech on April 19, 2014, 08:28:22 PM
84 scales might be easier in that case, but afaik they are too thin to accept a Pen.
Post by: kyenglish on April 20, 2014, 07:07:28 AM
(http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w432/kyenglish/SAK/DSC00548_zps7b355332.jpg) (http://s1075.photobucket.com/user/kyenglish/media/SAK/DSC00548_zps7b355332.jpg.html)
Post by: AdmSlc on April 20, 2014, 05:34:10 PM
108mm ICAR GAK + 108mm Victorinox Solo + 91mm Climber + custom Camo scales = some kind of Super GAK
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0225_zps5ec2b213.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0225_zps5ec2b213.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0227_zps5b9c3110.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0227_zps5b9c3110.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0228_zps9c3cd2f7.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0228_zps9c3cd2f7.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0224_zps333c87b7.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0224_zps333c87b7.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0223_zps82a84a84.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0223_zps82a84a84.jpg.html)
I love the camouflage scales! :drool:
Post by: Sneider on April 27, 2014, 11:14:15 PM
(http://up.picr.de/18104060tr.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/18109030pu.jpg)
Post by: hiraethus on April 27, 2014, 11:16:10 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 27, 2014, 11:17:21 PM
Recently finished:Nice Sneider :tu: JR
(http://up.picr.de/18104060tr.jpg)
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Post by: PTRSAK on April 28, 2014, 12:00:16 AM
There's something weirdly unsettling about those scales; too organic looking for my tastes.
yeah, it's like they are about to hatch a swarm of mutant killer bees or something. :D
actually I quite like them, but they do look more grown than made.
Post by: Glofindel on April 28, 2014, 01:41:06 AM
Recently finished:Oh my.... Now that's different.
(http://up.picr.de/18104060tr.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/18109030pu.jpg)
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Post by: Glofindel on April 28, 2014, 01:42:05 AM
Recently finished:Oh my.... Now that's different.
(http://up.picr.de/18104060tr.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/18109030pu.jpg)
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Post by: bmot on April 28, 2014, 04:14:42 PM
There's something weirdly unsettling about those scales; too organic looking for my tastes.
yeah, it's like they are about to hatch a swarm of mutant killer bees or something. :D
actually I quite like them, but they do look more grown than made.
Of course, living in Australia you're used to that kind of thing, so it can't be that weird for you :whistle:
Besides that, I like it, very cool :tu: :tu:
Post by: victor7000 on April 28, 2014, 06:49:02 PM
:tu:
Quote
actually I quite like them, but they do look more grown than made.
Btw. Did you know: In Switzerland SAKs are growing on trees ... :pok: :D
Post by: Sneider on April 28, 2014, 10:30:14 PM
Btw. Did you know: In Switzerland SAKs are growing on trees ... :pok: :D:rofl:
Thanks for your feedbacks!
I really wanted to make scales do not exist in the art.
PTRSAK is right: they are grown - in my hands :D
Here are more pictures:
(http://up.picr.de/18118409zx.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/18118411fl.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/18118414lm.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/18118413rp.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/18118412kz.jpg)
Post by: Syph007 on April 29, 2014, 01:13:29 AM
Post by: sawman on April 29, 2014, 01:39:39 AM
Post by: DMK on April 29, 2014, 03:32:16 AM
Post by: stealth007s on April 29, 2014, 04:19:19 AM
Post by: Huntsman on April 29, 2014, 01:15:59 PM
Not weird at all - Just very, very very different - And totally brilliant
Love em
Did I miss this? But how are they made? - Brief summary please - Or point me to it
Cheers :cheers:
Post by: hiraethus on April 29, 2014, 02:16:29 PM
Kind of reminds me of trypophobia
I googled that. Now I think I have it. :(
Post by: chivaceae on April 29, 2014, 04:05:37 PM
Post by: stealth007s on April 29, 2014, 04:52:56 PM
I googled that. Now I think I have it. :(
Kind of crazy how that works :rofl:
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Post by: HankSolon on April 29, 2014, 07:18:13 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/30/sugu3y5u.jpg)
:-)
Post by: ruth.mccauley.77 on April 29, 2014, 11:05:16 PM
Post by: Syph007 on April 30, 2014, 12:09:00 AM
Just a Teaser:
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/30/sugu3y5u.jpg)
:-)
I see wenger parts! Pliers and the wrench.... :D
Post by: ruth.mccauley.77 on April 30, 2014, 01:18:41 AM
Post by: JAfromMn on April 30, 2014, 05:19:59 AM
Btw. Did you know: In Switzerland SAKs are growing on trees ... :pok: :D:rofl:
Thanks for your feedbacks!
I really wanted to make scales do not exist in the art.
PTRSAK is right: they are grown - in my hands :D
Here are more pictures:
(http://up.picr.de/18118409zx.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/18118411fl.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/18118414lm.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/18118413rp.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/18118412kz.jpg)
+3
how did you make them.
careful drilling with a drill press. ???
Post by: dmanuel on April 30, 2014, 06:20:09 AM
Btw. Did you know: In Switzerland SAKs are growing on trees ... :pok: :D:rofl:
Thanks for your feedbacks!
I really wanted to make scales do not exist in the art.
PTRSAK is right: they are grown - in my hands :D
+3
how did you make them.
careful drilling with a drill press. ???
I'm guessing he used just a hammer and punch.
Post by: captain spaulding on April 30, 2014, 09:09:16 AM
Post by: JAfromMn on May 01, 2014, 05:14:46 AM
:rofl:
Post by: captain spaulding on May 01, 2014, 05:19:21 AM
I think he have some very killer bees working for him
:rofl:
:rofl:
Modder bee's.
Post by: Fattsgalore on May 01, 2014, 07:41:11 AM
It'll be my new hardworking SAK.
Post by: Sneider on May 01, 2014, 04:07:49 PM
The scales are made of aluminum. The pattern I do with a Proxxon handset (like dremel) and a ball head milling. Polish and anodize. Finished.
I think he have some very killer bees working for him
:rofl:
:rofl:
Modder bee's.
Milling modder bee`s
:rofl:
Post by: Huntsman on May 02, 2014, 01:35:09 AM
The scales are made of aluminum. The pattern I do with a Proxxon handset (like dremel) and a ball head milling. Polish and anodize. .... Finished ?? .
Don't quite think so ..... ?? ???
Aren't there a couple of steps missing ..... ?? :think:
- Mill handle w Proxon drill......
- Paint milled handle all over with coloured paint.
- Sand down to bring back top layer to metal.
- ...... Polish and anodize.
- Then .... Finished ?? .
Just guessing !! :)
Post by: nwagstaff on May 02, 2014, 03:17:30 PM
I loved my factory SAK Tinker so much but always felt the can opener (although I did use it on the odd occasion) and the small knife (barely used!) were redundant items for me. The eyelet in the reamer was also something I've never had need for (plus an awl is better for paracord work with the rounded edge) and felt restricted by the central philips, especially as it sees tons of use.
Enter my dream SAK – The Praetorian. Lose the spare knife, lose the can opener, side mounted awl, side mounted philips, one decent blade and some awesome looking black Alox scales and a smooth pocket clip.
Steve was brilliant to work with and the finish on everything is just incredible. Great attention to detail. This is going to get regular use for the rest of my life I imagine. And one day passed onto my son.
Thank you tattoosteve99!!
Post by: ducttapetech on May 02, 2014, 03:19:03 PM
live from Nate's mobile
Post by: Syph007 on May 02, 2014, 03:31:16 PM
Introducing the Praetorian SAK (Not sure if get to give it a name, but I'm going to anyway!)
I loved my factory SAK Tinker so much but always felt the can opener (although I did use it on the odd occasion) and the small knife (barely used!) were redundant items for me. The eyelet in the reamer was also something I've never had need for (plus an awl is better for paracord work with the rounded edge) and felt restricted by the central philips, especially as it sees tons of use.
Enter my dream SAK – The Praetorian. Lose the spare knife, lose the can opener, side mounted awl, side mounted philips, one decent blade and some awesome looking black Alox scales and a smooth pocket clip.
Steve was brilliant to work with and the finish on everything is just incredible. Great attention to detail. This is going to get regular use for the rest of my life I imagine. And one day passed onto my son.
Thank you tattoosteve99!!
Steve did a great job on those rivets, I like the look of them. :tu:
Post by: sawman on May 02, 2014, 04:46:15 PM
Thank you! I'm glad if you like it.Killer bees :rofl: I could almost buy that if the holes were hexagonal but good one :cheers:
The scales are made of aluminum. The pattern I do with a Proxxon handset (like dremel) and a ball head milling. Polish and anodize. Finished.I think he have some very killer bees working for him
:rofl:
:rofl:
Modder bee's.
Milling modder bee`s
:rofl:
Post by: enki_ck on May 02, 2014, 05:07:24 PM
Introducing the Praetorian SAK (Not sure if get to give it a name, but I'm going to anyway!)
I loved my factory SAK Tinker so much but always felt the can opener (although I did use it on the odd occasion) and the small knife (barely used!) were redundant items for me. The eyelet in the reamer was also something I've never had need for (plus an awl is better for paracord work with the rounded edge) and felt restricted by the central philips, especially as it sees tons of use.
Enter my dream SAK – The Praetorian. Lose the spare knife, lose the can opener, side mounted awl, side mounted philips, one decent blade and some awesome looking black Alox scales and a smooth pocket clip.
Steve was brilliant to work with and the finish on everything is just incredible. Great attention to detail. This is going to get regular use for the rest of my life I imagine. And one day passed onto my son.
Thank you tattoosteve99!!
Steve did a great job on those rivets, I like the look of them. :tu:
Agreed. :cheers:
Very nicely done, Steve, and congrats on a sweet mod, nwagstaff. :2tu:
Post by: tattoosteve99 on May 02, 2014, 09:39:18 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on May 03, 2014, 06:26:35 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20140503_130806_zpsmzr2redd.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20140503_130806_zpsmzr2redd.jpg.html)
Post by: Sneider on May 03, 2014, 11:11:39 AM
Post by: twiliter on May 03, 2014, 02:58:01 PM
initial build of the MidiChamp
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20140503_130806_zpsmzr2redd.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20140503_130806_zpsmzr2redd.jpg.html)
Nice tool mixture, the dual Wenger/Vic openers are :tu: :tu:
Post by: Syph007 on May 03, 2014, 03:56:15 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on May 04, 2014, 12:53:28 AM
Not including postage there is about Aus $75 invested in it.
Okay I have a few leftover parts but all the good stuff had gone into the MidiChamp. :facepalm:
Post by: Syph007 on May 04, 2014, 01:11:07 AM
I just worked out what the donor knives for this build cost...
Not including postage there is about Aus $75 invested in it.
Okay I have a few leftover parts but all the good stuff had gone into the MidiChamp. :facepalm:
Thats the problem with SAK modding, the donors add up real quick.
Post by: HankSolon on May 04, 2014, 09:40:44 PM
A 84mm Climber with Long Nail File and the old style awl.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/05/4ema3e5a.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/05/atedazyr.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/05/e2e3a7y8.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/05/my3yva6a.jpg)
Yes, it got custom scales.
Plus scales, indeed. This is a thread for show off, so it doesn't even miss a pin or pen. ;-)
Did I mention, those are buffalo horn scales, and I attached them without glue this time? ;-)
The bail was a four layer bail. Some bending, some tapping and polishing.
This knife will be my second EDC in rotation with my 84mm ebony golfer with LNF. Can't decide which I like most.
Post by: PTRSAK on May 04, 2014, 10:31:25 PM
...
This knife will be my second EDC in rotation with my 84mm ebony golfer with LNF. Can't decide which I like most.
Well, I'm sure you have two pockets...
Post by: Glofindel on May 05, 2014, 01:40:09 AM
This has been on my pipeline for such a long time. Now it's ready:Absolutely beauty.
A 84mm Climber with Long Nail File and the old style awl.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/05/4ema3e5a.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/05/atedazyr.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/05/e2e3a7y8.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/05/my3yva6a.jpg)
Yes, it got custom scales.
Plus scales, indeed. This is a thread for show off, so it doesn't even miss a pin or pen. ;-)
Did I mention, those are buffalo horn scales, and I attached them without glue this time? ;-)
The bail was a four layer bail. Some bending, some tapping and polishing.
This knife will be my second EDC in rotation with my 84mm ebony golfer with LNF. Can't decide which I like most.
I prefer 84mm size over 91mm for my pocket.
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Post by: HankSolon on May 09, 2014, 10:20:23 PM
A little black beauty :-)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/10/a7eqa2up.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/10/unajemas.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/10/y5ynaqaq.jpg)
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Post by: Syph007 on May 09, 2014, 10:26:16 PM
Post by: enki_ck on May 09, 2014, 10:44:56 PM
Nicely done. :cheers:
Post by: magentus on May 09, 2014, 11:16:14 PM
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/flat161212090_zpsd3ae4bd6.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/flat161212090_zpsd3ae4bd6.jpg.html)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/flat161212087_zpsacf532a8.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/flat161212087_zpsacf532a8.jpg.html)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/flat161212085_zpscd720cd8.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/flat161212085_zpscd720cd8.jpg.html)
It's a toolset I use most as an EDC and is much easier to pocket than a Swisschamp!
Next up is to mod the rest of my Huntsman into a Camper..........
Post by: dobbi on May 10, 2014, 02:20:49 PM
Post by: HankSolon on May 11, 2014, 10:51:30 AM
Note the alignment of the tools. I tried a lot different configurations. I think this is one of the best (if not THE best) compromises between access of the tools and moveability of the USB stick and keyring.
USB in the middle looks the best btw.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/11/ba3ynu2a.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/11/ehuzy3y9.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/11/besu6epy.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/11/u2azytyb.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/11/8umaty3y.jpg)
Post by: Glofindel on May 11, 2014, 10:59:55 AM
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Post by: lowtech on May 11, 2014, 02:28:49 PM
Post by: ruth.mccauley.77 on May 11, 2014, 11:45:22 PM
The ebony one from HankSolon is mine! Have ordered a swisschamp xlt pouch to carry it to work in. It measures 43 mm wide, just like the xlt. I love it...absolutely awesome!!!
Post by: Syph007 on May 13, 2014, 04:56:58 PM
I used the awl from the opener layer to replace the corkscrew. It worked fine but needed a very tiny 0.010" washer as the awl is thinner than the blade layer, but it worked. The only other tweak was that the heel of the awl needs some stock removed to have it sit high enough for the nail nick to be accessible.
I used full inner liners for the outer scale since they dont have the corkscrew cutout. I also used the older thicker main blades so that the main blade didnt need that hump spacer the modern back liners have for the blade.
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Msc/NoCorkscrew/IMG_4732.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Msc/NoCorkscrew/IMG_4735.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Msc/NoCorkscrew/IMG_4736.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Msc/NoCorkscrew/IMG_4738.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Msc/NoCorkscrew/IMG_4742.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Msc/NoCorkscrew/IMG_4744.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Msc/NoCorkscrew/IMG_4747.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Msc/NoCorkscrew/IMG_4751.jpg)
Post by: HankSolon on May 13, 2014, 07:07:36 PM
Watch out for the custom scale at the blade side. The inner side of the scale and the liner aren't straight but slightly bended. If you forget this and make a straight scale, the combo tool will scratch the main blade. This is something I learned from my first mod, a special mechanic.
Edit: However, if I look at the pictures again, there is some distance between blade and combotool but the combotool sits very close to the liner. Still would worry me a bit.
Post by: enki_ck on May 13, 2014, 08:31:26 PM
I'd prefer it with smooth backsprings though without the backlayered tools and the Pioneer inline awl instead of the combo tool. Can't remember ever using the back layered chisel or technician screwdriver and the in line awl is a 1000x better (not even an exaggeration :P ) than the backlayered one.
Post by: Syph007 on May 13, 2014, 11:48:35 PM
Now that looks like a very useful tool combo. :cheers:
I'd prefer it with smooth backsprings though without the backlayered tools and the Pioneer inline awl instead of the combo tool. Can't remember ever using the back layered chisel or technician screwdriver and the in line awl is a 1000x better (not even an exaggeration :P ) than the backlayered one.
It could be done with smooth backs for the saw layers, but it would be tough to get the blade on a spring with no backside tool. I asked if he wanted the chisel and he figured the more tools the better in those 3 layers so I just went for it.
Post by: enki_ck on May 14, 2014, 12:00:38 AM
Now that looks like a very useful tool combo. :cheers:
I'd prefer it with smooth backsprings though without the backlayered tools and the Pioneer inline awl instead of the combo tool. Can't remember ever using the back layered chisel or technician screwdriver and the in line awl is a 1000x better (not even an exaggeration :P ) than the backlayered one.
It could be done with smooth backs for the saw layers, but it would be tough to get the blade on a spring with no backside tool. I asked if he wanted the chisel and he figured the more tools the better in those 3 layers so I just went for it.
Yes, I wish there was an easy way to do a 91mm without backlayered tools on the blade layer. :-\
Post by: Syph007 on May 14, 2014, 12:01:44 AM
Now that looks like a very useful tool combo. :cheers:
I'd prefer it with smooth backsprings though without the backlayered tools and the Pioneer inline awl instead of the combo tool. Can't remember ever using the back layered chisel or technician screwdriver and the in line awl is a 1000x better (not even an exaggeration :P ) than the backlayered one.
It could be done with smooth backs for the saw layers, but it would be tough to get the blade on a spring with no backside tool. I asked if he wanted the chisel and he figured the more tools the better in those 3 layers so I just went for it.
Yes, I wish there was an easy way to do a 91mm without backlayered tools. :-\
Thats why 93mm SAKs are the best! :D Thicker tools, no backtools and symmetrical so springs can be flipped. :tu:
Post by: Glofindel on May 14, 2014, 03:04:14 AM
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Post by: Dr Gonzo on May 14, 2014, 05:56:18 PM
Here's my first mod - I call it the Tom Sawyer (it's a Woodsman really). Modded from a Swisschamp and a Huntsman;
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/flat161212090_zpsd3ae4bd6.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/flat161212090_zpsd3ae4bd6.jpg.html)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/flat161212087_zpsacf532a8.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/flat161212087_zpsacf532a8.jpg.html)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/flat161212085_zpscd720cd8.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/flat161212085_zpscd720cd8.jpg.html)
It's a toolset I use most as an EDC and is much easier to pocket than a Swisschamp!
Next up is to mod the rest of my Huntsman into a Camper..........
I have this model and always wondered what it was...I bought it for my Dad from Costco in the mid 90's, it has nylon scales and came with a Classic.
Post by: magentus on May 15, 2014, 08:44:39 AM
Here's my 2nd mod - a 'Scout' - really it's a Camper with a small SD on the saw backspring;
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/flat161212093_zpsdcfd4c3a.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/flat161212093_zpsdcfd4c3a.jpg.html)
Post by: PTRSAK on May 19, 2014, 02:33:56 PM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0236_zps531657c2.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0236_zps531657c2.jpg.html)
Post by: magentus on May 19, 2014, 03:37:07 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on May 19, 2014, 03:38:55 PM
:DVery nice job! JR
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0236_zps531657c2.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0236_zps531657c2.jpg.html)
Post by: derekmac on May 19, 2014, 03:43:03 PM
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Post by: Huntsman on May 19, 2014, 10:52:09 PM
Here's my first mod - I call it the Tom Sawyer (it's a Woodsman really). Modded from a Swisschamp and a Huntsman;
Just curious Magentus - Where is the Huntsman in this?
It looks like a only a Swiss Champ with the pliers, metal saw and fish scaler layers stripped out :think:
BTW - I have a Woodsman (Tom Sawyer!) - no backspring SD compared to yours - and I love it - Great tool selection.
Post by: Huntsman on May 19, 2014, 10:54:48 PM
:D
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0236_zps531657c2.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0236_zps531657c2.jpg.html)
But you dont have your Farmer yet :think: - Or is this Cadet based? :)
Post by: PTRSAK on May 19, 2014, 11:08:35 PM
Actually the liners from three Cadets , the saw and spring from a My First Vic Plus and the scissors and spring from a Small Climber.
Mods can chew up a lot of donor knives if you want to use all genuine parts... :facepalm:
Post by: magentus on May 20, 2014, 03:44:52 PM
Here's my first mod - I call it the Tom Sawyer (it's a Woodsman really). Modded from a Swisschamp and a Huntsman;
Just curious Magentus - Where is the Huntsman in this?
It looks like a only a Swiss Champ with the pliers, metal saw and fish scaler layers stripped out :think:
BTW - I have a Woodsman (Tom Sawyer!) - no backspring SD compared to yours - and I love it - Great tool selection.
Hi Huntsman - I took the scissors/parcel hook and back spring, and the lanyard backspring from my Huntsman as the SC was lacking these, and both were important for my mod.
Do you have any pictures of your genuine Woodsman then - I've only seen one on SAKWiki - It's an excellent tool selection. :salute:
Post by: PTRSAK on May 21, 2014, 11:48:53 PM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0240_zps69344be4.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0240_zps69344be4.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0237_zps830b9e9a.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0237_zps830b9e9a.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0238_zpsb3c23c61.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0238_zpsb3c23c61.jpg.html)
It's not finally buttoned up yet as I still have some fine tuning of the scissors to do and need to make a couple of brass liners to replace the temporary aluminium ones.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0239_zps87b7dca4.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0239_zps87b7dca4.jpg.html)
Post by: Glofindel on May 22, 2014, 12:15:14 AM
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Post by: chivaceae on May 22, 2014, 12:34:31 AM
Post by: Huntsman on May 22, 2014, 03:22:14 AM
Here is one modded Wenger (I am calling it a "Compact" Tradesman- 3 layers instead of the regular 4) I finished a few days ago. :D I am putting together another Wenger, a modded Cyclist to carry on my wedgie bike bag (attached beneath the seat of bicycles, with patches, a spare tube, tire levers, etc.).
I like it - The regular compass set up makes the knife much too thick.
Looking forward to seeing the Cyclist - I always carry a SAK when I'm cycling - Usually just a Huntsman, but was thinking I need pliers.
Post by: Huntsman on May 22, 2014, 03:40:11 AM
What's it called? - A Huntsboy?? :D
Actually the liners from three Cadets , the saw and spring from a My First Vic Plus and the scissors and spring from a Small Climber.
The scissors look very old as they have a 'right angle' above the pivot where the handle switches to the blade and also the two handles fit flush together below the pivot when closed.
Compare this to the current ones where there is a gap and a sweeping curved switchover from handle to blade!!
I guess the 84mm scissors have not been around for a long time.
Info on scissors thanks to on old post from Jazzbass I was reading recently
Must get doing a mod myself soon ..... I have a plan :D
PS. The red one looks good too - I love it when you modders mix up components from the two manufacturers
PPS. Posting tomorrow
Post by: MadPlumbarian on May 22, 2014, 05:00:43 AM
Post by: stealth007s on May 22, 2014, 05:02:22 AM
Post by: PTRSAK on May 25, 2014, 04:48:13 AM
Damn, Red and Brass look good together...
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0245_zps0f6711ff.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0245_zps0f6711ff.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0246_zps723efe30.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0246_zps723efe30.jpg.html)
Post by: PTRSAK on May 25, 2014, 05:07:17 AM
If you have to ask which is which, I think that proves my point.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0248_zps170a2389.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0248_zps170a2389.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0247_zps7e23ae02.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0247_zps7e23ae02.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0249_zpsf17c1cac.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0249_zpsf17c1cac.jpg.html)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on May 25, 2014, 07:21:22 AM
Tuned scissors, Brass liners made and riveted up.Sure do! That brass and red make the perfect couple! Nice job! JR
Damn, Red and Brass look good together...
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0245_zps0f6711ff.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0245_zps0f6711ff.jpg.html)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0246_zps723efe30.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0246_zps723efe30.jpg.html)
Post by: crackout on May 25, 2014, 08:53:15 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on May 25, 2014, 10:55:45 PM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0241_zps0774d1ac.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0241_zps0774d1ac.jpg.html)
Post by: PTRSAK on May 26, 2014, 03:07:55 PM
Nice round tip blade to spread butter and a nice pointy one to do other stuff :)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t1.0-9/10372065_10152209813852266_5705069897281358887_n.jpg)
Post by: crackout on May 26, 2014, 03:15:00 PM
The asymmetrical design of the 84mm range is pain.
Post by: Syph007 on May 26, 2014, 03:17:18 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on May 26, 2014, 03:39:11 PM
Do you also have a spring pics for this one?
The asymmetrical design of the 84mm range is pain.
I didn't do anything at all other than put the blade and nailfile on the wrong ends of the spring.
The nailfile is very snappy and the blade just feels like a Wenger.
I may swap the nailfile and combo.
I think the combo would be better with the strong snap rather than the nailfile.
Post by: hiraethus on May 28, 2014, 10:38:54 PM
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3780/14293177715_950d87e5f3_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/14293177715/)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3786/14106490729_cd9fa2bd5d_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/14106490729/)
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5500/14106639677_9393e07348_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/14106639677/)
Compact with backside Philips, pliers and metal file.
Post by: Sneider on May 29, 2014, 01:03:02 PM
First four knives with old cross scales in different blue. At last, the blue from one side to the other darker but that is difficult to photograph.
(http://up.picr.de/18435275sn.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/18435276ay.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/18435277ji.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/18435278jg.jpg)
And all four together:
(http://up.picr.de/18435284sw.jpg)
And first try anodizing two color:
With a little color roll the black applied, then dipped into red color tank.
(http://up.picr.de/18435280km.jpg)
Red and blue:
(http://up.picr.de/18435279qv.jpg)
And this has the Kingfisher colors:
(http://up.picr.de/18435282vk.jpg)
The multicolored together:
(http://up.picr.de/18435283mg.jpg)
And all together:
(http://up.picr.de/18435285sp.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on May 29, 2014, 01:35:37 PM
Those look very good. :tu:
I think they deserve a separate thread so you can tell us in more detail how you made them. :pok:
:D
Post by: Syph007 on May 29, 2014, 01:40:16 PM
Currently I'm experimenting a bit with the anodize of original alox scales. Here are a few of my recent work.
Wow neat stuff for sure, thanks for posting!
Did you already have anodizing gear for other purpose or just set it up for SAK work? Today is my day to get my Ti anodizing gear setup, but doing Al anodizing seems more involved with nastier chemicals. You need sulfuric acid I think?
Post by: Glofindel on May 29, 2014, 01:41:09 PM
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Post by: Sneider on May 30, 2014, 01:44:31 PM
Wow, Peter! :o
Those look very good. :tu:
I think they deserve a separate thread so you can tell us in more detail how you made them. :pok:
:D
Thank you, Nikola! :hatsoff:
No, I fear that large postings with lots of information drown in the flood of comments and babblings. I anodized according to the usual procedures.
1 sodium hydroxide bath to remove the old anodized layer
2 aluminum cleaning bath.
3 annodize bath (in sulfuric acid and under current)
4 dyebath
5 sealing bath (cooking)
Who wants to anodize should inform themselves properly. There are many sources of information on the web. The process is complex, you have to consider many things.
Post by: Sneider on May 30, 2014, 02:00:10 PM
Currently I'm experimenting a bit with the anodize of original alox scales. Here are a few of my recent work.
Wow neat stuff for sure, thanks for posting!
Did you already have anodizing gear for other purpose or just set it up for SAK work? Today is my day to get my Ti anodizing gear setup, but doing Al anodizing seems more involved with nastier chemicals. You need sulfuric acid I think?
Thank you! :) I learned specially for my passion of alox-SAK aluminum to anodized. Yes the anodizing bath works with sulfuric acid.
I wish you good results with your Ti anodizing work. :tu:
Post by: Syph007 on May 30, 2014, 02:02:51 PM
Currently I'm experimenting a bit with the anodize of original alox scales. Here are a few of my recent work.
Wow neat stuff for sure, thanks for posting!
Did you already have anodizing gear for other purpose or just set it up for SAK work? Today is my day to get my Ti anodizing gear setup, but doing Al anodizing seems more involved with nastier chemicals. You need sulfuric acid I think?
Thank you! :) I learned specially for my passion of alox-SAK aluminum to anodized. Yes the anodizing bath works with sulfuric acid.
I wish you good results with your Ti anodizing work. :tu:
Ya Ti anodizing is easy compared to Al anodizing. I dont have to calculate current and surface area etc. Im happy letting the professionals do the hard anodize for me on Al, but Ti anodize is very easy to do at home.
Post by: enki_ck on May 30, 2014, 05:48:08 PM
Wow, Peter! :o
Those look very good. :tu:
I think they deserve a separate thread so you can tell us in more detail how you made them. :pok:
:D
Thank you, Nikola! :hatsoff:
No, I fear that large postings with lots of information drown in the flood of comments and babblings. I anodized according to the usual procedures.
1 sodium hydroxide bath to remove the old anodized layer
2 aluminum cleaning bath.
3 annodize bath (in sulfuric acid and under current)
4 dyebath
5 sealing bath (cooking)
Who wants to anodize should inform themselves properly. There are many sources of information on the web. The process is complex, you have to consider many things.
:cheers:
Looking forward to your future mods.
And I like that you're doing it on the Solo platform. I feel it's a very unjustly unappreciated model that I personally like very much. The strongest snap, very low profile but you get that great 93mm blade.
Post by: HankSolon on May 31, 2014, 06:52:52 PM
Post by: HankSolon on May 31, 2014, 07:10:50 PM
Starting point was a used sailor:
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/01/he7yqehy.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/01/udyjesum.jpg)
I extended it with an opener layer, a metal saw and a scissor (I used an old scissor backspring for this mod).
I was to lazy for special liners. So you might see one original brass liner and several original alu ones. I heard a lot about the heavy work needed for custom liners. I avoided this. (Maybe in the future)
The scales are very used. As this knife will be a user, I don't care about this. (Seeing the custom anodizing above maked me think, though)
However, I talked too much. ;-)
The Result is my 'Sea Ranger'
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/01/de5yqu9y.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/01/9utu9unu.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/01/eqyzu7e8.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/01/2e3e8upu.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/01/nyjagara.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/01/te8e9e5u.jpg)
Post by: chivaceae on May 31, 2014, 07:23:06 PM
I really like your mod Sea Ranger. It is giving ideas for a Sailor I have. :salute:
Post by: Glofindel on June 01, 2014, 02:13:39 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/01/u3y4u8et.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/01/ysyteda2.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/01/y9ebu4a2.jpg)
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Post by: PTRSAK on June 01, 2014, 03:22:29 AM
Also, great job on the Phillips. It looks like it is meant to be there, and that's as good as it gets.
Post by: Glofindel on June 01, 2014, 03:59:43 AM
:tu: Good to see more Wenger scissors making their way into 84mm knives.Thanks to you Peter. :D
Also, great job on the Phillips. It looks like it is meant to be there, and that's as good as it gets.
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Post by: Subterranean on June 01, 2014, 01:43:34 PM
I'm actually tempted to do my first mod soon... Vic Recruit with the saw layer added (taken from "My First Vic Plus"), with the white scales. 84mm, three layers without any backside tools... Unique SAK :drool:
Post by: enki_ck on June 01, 2014, 01:56:51 PM
Excellent looking mod, Henry. :cheers: And I'm a big fan of the Ranger in general. :tu:
Post by: Glofindel on June 02, 2014, 01:23:27 AM
Yes, Glofindel, very nice incorporation of back tools into the ALOX frame. I see you added liners,for the hidden rivet, right? And to help compensate the thickness of the phillips. :cheers:Absolutely, I flat the top portion of Phillip to reduce the thickness and roundness of it so it has nice and look to Alox scale.
Excellent looking mod, Henry. :cheers: And I'm a big fan of the Ranger in general. :tu:
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Post by: Syph007 on June 02, 2014, 03:56:51 AM
Yes, Glofindel, very nice incorporation of back tools into the ALOX frame. I see you added liners,for the hidden rivet, right? And to help compensate the thickness of the phillips. :cheers:Absolutely, I flat the top portion of Phillip to reduce the thickness and roundness of it so it has nice and look to Alox scale.
Excellent looking mod, Henry. :cheers: And I'm a big fan of the Ranger in general. :tu:
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I just noticed you did that and it looks very nice. The thin cadet scales are tough to work with for backtools.
Post by: Glofindel on June 02, 2014, 05:52:59 AM
Yes, Glofindel, very nice incorporation of back tools into the ALOX frame. I see you added liners,for the hidden rivet, right? And to help compensate the thickness of the phillips. :cheers:Absolutely, I flat the top portion of Phillip to reduce the thickness and roundness of it so it has nice and look to Alox scale.
Excellent looking mod, Henry. :cheers: And I'm a big fan of the Ranger in general. :tu:
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I just noticed you did that and it looks very nice. The thin cadet scales are tough to work with for backtools.
Thank you, Rob.
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Post by: PTRSAK on June 02, 2014, 10:09:29 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0260_zps19eb1eb9.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0260_zps19eb1eb9.jpg.html)
Post by: Glofindel on June 02, 2014, 10:37:59 AM
I guess this counts as a mod...Did you remove saw???
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0260_zps19eb1eb9.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/IMG_0260_zps19eb1eb9.jpg.html)
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Post by: PTRSAK on June 02, 2014, 10:47:50 AM
The saw layer went into a spare Electrician I had along with swapping the elec blade for a pruner blade I had in my spares box to make a Harvester
Post by: hiraethus on June 02, 2014, 05:57:54 PM
Post by: ALM on June 02, 2014, 06:48:44 PM
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/t1.0-9/q71/s720x720/1794711_1527635867463779_2863604964225656702_n.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t1.0-9/q79/s720x720/10171171_1527635920797107_1001750028669062847_n.jpg)
(https://scontent-a-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xaf1/t1.0-9/10169405_1527636010797098_8006003277669486677_n.jpg)
Post by: magentus on June 02, 2014, 07:33:32 PM
Post by: enki_ck on June 02, 2014, 07:37:22 PM
My MOD made for Polish users from knives.pl with the emblem of Poland and in our national colors - white and red. Red scale and liner are anodized.
...
Nicely done. We've seen that one before from another Polish member here but didn't know who made them. :cheers:
Post by: ALM on June 02, 2014, 07:50:32 PM
Here are some more photos.
(https://scontent-a-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/t1.0-9/10303768_1527637490796950_6881488487577450033_n.jpg)
(https://scontent-a-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xaf1/t1.0-9/10155887_1527637600796939_3140816773731942387_n.jpg)
Post by: PTRSAK on June 02, 2014, 11:00:17 PM
Show us the back!
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/Img_0262_zps688599bb.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/Img_0262_zps688599bb.jpg.html)
Post by: hiraethus on June 02, 2014, 11:12:26 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on June 03, 2014, 05:24:43 AM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on June 03, 2014, 05:32:58 AM
I have used a piece of thin leather or plastic with a hole in it to protect the scales usually. Silver Alox you can get away with a few light hits without it showing but Vic's colour anodizing it fairly delicate.That's a pretty good idea, I'll have to remember that if I ever get enough nerve to customize one myself. JR
Hey you know where else that would come in handy,, when you got to drill in a screw and your worried if the driver will slip, and you push the driver into what you don't want to scratch.. :think:
Post by: ALM on June 03, 2014, 11:05:42 AM
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?topic=52587.new#new
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t1.0-9/10277750_1542420315985334_1454638928631055716_n.jpg)
Post by: HankSolon on June 03, 2014, 11:35:50 AM
Post by: Monrogue on June 03, 2014, 03:26:00 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on June 03, 2014, 03:53:03 PM
Those scales are very cool 8)Aren't they, that's gotta be like the titanium terminating soldier! I think those would be so cool with justthe plain simple cross +! JR
Post by: Monrogue on June 03, 2014, 04:11:56 PM
Those scales are very cool 8)Aren't they, that's gotta be like the titanium terminating soldier! I think those would be so cool with justthe plain simple cross +! JR
Yeah, I think you may be right about just using the cross :tu:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on June 03, 2014, 08:29:43 PM
I know, I'm usually right, wife hates it! JRThose scales are very cool 8)Aren't they, that's gotta be like the titanium terminating soldier! I think those would be so cool with justthe plain simple cross +! JR
Yeah, I think you may be right about just using the cross :tu:
Post by: Monrogue on June 03, 2014, 08:44:23 PM
I know, I'm usually right, wife hates it! JRThose scales are very cool 8)Aren't they, that's gotta be like the titanium terminating soldier! I think those would be so cool with justthe plain simple cross +! JR
Yeah, I think you may be right about just using the cross :tu:
:rofl:
Post by: Glofindel on June 09, 2014, 11:03:56 AM
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Post by: enki_ck on June 10, 2014, 01:45:17 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/09/5ahaje6u.jpg)
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Those look awesome! :drool:
Seems you really caught the modding bug. :cheers: Looking forward to your future mods. :tu:
Post by: Syph007 on June 10, 2014, 02:20:19 AM
Post by: Glofindel on June 10, 2014, 04:08:22 AM
Thank you. The modding bug has been with me since Nov last year. I have done 58mm 74mm and now 84mm, next will be Wenger 85mm then Vic 91. So much projects.(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/09/5ahaje6u.jpg)
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Those look awesome! :drool:
Seems you really caught the modding bug. :cheers: Looking forward to your future mods. :tu:
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Post by: Glofindel on June 10, 2014, 04:10:45 AM
Love the 84mm technician! :tu:Thanks Syph007. I have to replace to the old style spring due to new spring has cutout short on spring.
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Post by: Nhoj on June 11, 2014, 03:26:26 AM
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy110/johnwsjr3/4E269678-F635-434A-A364-7F34E0E4AE6C_zpsikcqw2yf.jpg) (http://s782.photobucket.com/user/johnwsjr3/media/4E269678-F635-434A-A364-7F34E0E4AE6C_zpsikcqw2yf.jpg.html)
A stayglow Victorinox champion plus. But that's not the only special thing about this knife...
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy110/johnwsjr3/67B9696F-A41C-4DBA-B4C7-E8FF757FD8DA_zpskyh3dhw4.jpg) (http://s782.photobucket.com/user/johnwsjr3/media/67B9696F-A41C-4DBA-B4C7-E8FF757FD8DA_zpskyh3dhw4.jpg.html)
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy110/johnwsjr3/B9CE092E-83FF-43C1-9388-50862EB2E8CD_zps2dapnue3.jpg) (http://s782.photobucket.com/user/johnwsjr3/media/B9CE092E-83FF-43C1-9388-50862EB2E8CD_zps2dapnue3.jpg.html)
They're staglow plus scales I made today. This has just made my favorite sak even better :)
Post by: Monrogue on June 11, 2014, 03:37:37 AM
Post by: Nhoj on June 11, 2014, 03:38:51 AM
Nice job John :tu: I had forgotten you mentioned trying to make the Stayglow into Plus scales.I had forgotten too. I could never decide before if I wanted this knife to be stayglow or have plus scales. I found my answer though!
Post by: Monrogue on June 11, 2014, 03:43:21 AM
Nice job John :tu: I had forgotten you mentioned trying to make the Stayglow into Plus scales.I had forgotten too. I could never decide before if I wanted this knife to be stayglow or have plus scales. I found my answer though!
Do I also see the straight pin, or are my eyes playing tricks on me? If so, great job once again :tu:
Post by: Nhoj on June 11, 2014, 03:44:26 AM
Yes there is a straight pin, these are full out plus scales. :) The pin was the easy part, I just made the slot with a utility knife.Nice job John :tu: I had forgotten you mentioned trying to make the Stayglow into Plus scales.I had forgotten too. I could never decide before if I wanted this knife to be stayglow or have plus scales. I found my answer though!
Do I also see the straight pin, or are my eyes playing tricks on me? If so, great job once again :tu:
Post by: Monrogue on June 11, 2014, 03:49:18 AM
Yes there is a straight pin, these are full out plus scales. :) The pin was the easy part, I just made the slot with a utility knife.Nice job John :tu: I had forgotten you mentioned trying to make the Stayglow into Plus scales.I had forgotten too. I could never decide before if I wanted this knife to be stayglow or have plus scales. I found my answer though!
Do I also see the straight pin, or are my eyes playing tricks on me? If so, great job once again :tu:
Very cool my man 8)
Post by: ironraven on June 11, 2014, 07:07:33 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/09/5ahaje6u.jpg)
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Seriously digging the Alox Golfer- it has a key ring on it? If so, that might be one of the most amazing EDC SAKs I've seen in a while
Post by: Huntsman on June 11, 2014, 09:34:19 AM
Yes there is a straight pin, these are full out plus scales. :) The pin was the easy part, I just made the slot with a utility knife.By 'utility knife' - I hope you mean some form of Swiss Army Knife :D
Post by: Glofindel on June 11, 2014, 10:22:35 AM
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Seriously digging the Alox Golfer- it has a key ring on it? If so, that might be one of the most amazing EDC SAKs I've seen in a while
Yep, There is a keyring on it. :climber:
Post by: Jerm on June 11, 2014, 11:47:11 AM
Full run-down here http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,52724.0.html
(http://i.imgur.com/fR4c3mw.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6O397I3.jpg)
Post by: Glofindel on June 11, 2014, 12:02:35 PM
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Post by: Monrogue on June 11, 2014, 02:36:20 PM
Post by: WWW on June 11, 2014, 09:53:35 PM
Post by: ALM on June 12, 2014, 07:55:44 AM
(https://scontent-a-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/t1.0-9/10411761_661905510555443_5273406462325758847_n.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/t1.0-9/10177390_661905647222096_5140256236971587694_n.jpg)
Post by: Santos on June 13, 2014, 02:21:47 AM
First time mod!
Full run-down here http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,52724.0.html
(http://i.imgur.com/fR4c3mw.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6O397I3.jpg)
That is ridiculously sexy
Post by: captain spaulding on June 13, 2014, 04:55:55 AM
I built more SAKs for knives.pl users - two Farmers and two Pioneers.
(https://scontent-a-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/t1.0-9/10411761_661905510555443_5273406462325758847_n.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/t1.0-9/10177390_661905647222096_5140256236971587694_n.jpg)
Those are some beauties. :drool:
Post by: MWDP on June 14, 2014, 03:20:10 AM
I built more SAKs for knives.pl users - two Farmers and two Pioneers.
(https://scontent-a-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/t1.0-9/10411761_661905510555443_5273406462325758847_n.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/t1.0-9/10177390_661905647222096_5140256236971587694_n.jpg)
Did someone ask for a pinned one to be different from everybody else? :pok:
Post by: victor7000 on June 14, 2014, 03:12:24 PM
Did someone ask for a pinned one to be different from everybody else? :pok:
I would understand this. Because pined is much nicer than screwed :pok: :D
But those are all very nice :tu:
Post by: PTRSAK on June 15, 2014, 01:56:00 PM
So, out came the drills and hammers...
Also decided to knock things up a notch in the cutting stakes...
Behold, the Electrician Plus Plus. Or should that be Electrician Plus2
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0277_zps32821a31.jpg)
Post by: sawman on June 15, 2014, 06:02:58 PM
I wasn't happy with the way the Saw layer and Scissors layer were in my Old Red Farmer Plus. The saw blocked the nail nick on the scissors.That's a very nice arrangement. I've never owned anything with an electrician's blade but that's very tempting :drool:
So, out came the drills and hammers...
Also decided to knock things up a notch in the cutting stakes...
Behold, the Electrician Plus Plus. Or should that be Electrician Plus2
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0277_zps32821a31.jpg)
Post by: framemaker on June 16, 2014, 12:51:55 AM
Post by: Glofindel on June 16, 2014, 01:32:42 AM
It is a good thing though because if you think product is can not be improve then you won't have a truely great product.
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Post by: MadPlumbarian on June 16, 2014, 01:50:28 AM
Post by: PTRSAK on June 21, 2014, 07:17:21 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20140621_145826_zpsr0t7b6jj.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20140621_145923_zpspwbi1myd.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20140621_145940_zpsoxvnokg0.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20140621_145957_zpsnuwgjwtd.jpg)
Post by: Glofindel on June 21, 2014, 09:02:00 AM
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Post by: PTRSAK on June 21, 2014, 10:50:25 AM
They were spare so I just used them for this. The brass looks nice against the ebony so I don't mind it.
This knife was just a quick build, as much a proof of concept as anything. I really should have made brass liners for it too.
Post by: Glofindel on June 21, 2014, 10:53:13 AM
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Post by: twiliter on June 23, 2014, 11:12:01 PM
Post by: Syncop8r on June 24, 2014, 11:39:37 AM
I then took the back tool pin out to swap in a corkscrew and a sewing eye awl, and installed new red nylon scales (thanks Alexei!) also with T&T, and finished with a red lanyard attached with 58mm split ring. It's now reddy for duty. :salute:...fixed for ya...
Post by: twiliter on June 24, 2014, 02:42:42 PM
Thanks! :cheers:I then took the back tool pin out to swap in a corkscrew and a sewing eye awl, and installed new red nylon scales (thanks Alexei!) also with T&T, and finished with a red lanyard attached with 58mm split ring. It's now reddy for duty. :salute:...fixed for ya...
Post by: achindoon on June 28, 2014, 05:44:21 PM
The standard silver scales have been sandblasted and anodized in blue. Really like this knife :cheers:
Post by: HankSolon on June 29, 2014, 11:16:44 PM
Post by: crackout on June 30, 2014, 11:40:38 AM
(https://hostr.co/file/dKsQlQuRnLaf/DSC_0631.jpg)
Post by: HankSolon on June 30, 2014, 01:43:25 PM
Post by: ALM on July 04, 2014, 11:21:52 AM
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,52587.msg910091.html#msg910091
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/t1.0-9/10423966_1559191664308199_1088810270193255572_n.jpg)
Post by: ALM on July 10, 2014, 09:30:30 AM
More photos in my thread http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,52587.msg913435.html#msg913435
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/t1.0-9/10420303_1563928523834513_6709270032922069881_n.jpg)
Post by: WWW on July 12, 2014, 09:20:47 PM
My new project.
More photos in my thread http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,52587.msg913435.html#msg913435
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/t1.0-9/10420303_1563928523834513_6709270032922069881_n.jpg)
And I thought it couldn't get better!!! You sir, are a genious!! Congrats, top notch craftsmanship!!!
Post by: hiraethus on July 13, 2014, 07:56:22 AM
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3857/14637633031_8867d88688_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/14637633031/)
Post by: Glofindel on July 13, 2014, 09:42:53 AM
Post by: ALM on July 16, 2014, 06:32:08 PM
More photos in this thread:http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,52587.msg917320.html#msg917320
(https://scontent-b-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/t1.0-9/10565256_1566968356863863_5006605973081455370_n.jpg)
Post by: crackout on July 19, 2014, 01:20:36 PM
Finally I could give my Pioneer a red shield! :D
Post by: chivaceae on July 21, 2014, 06:04:30 PM
BTW, I decided to use the standard pivot bolts, non-recessed into the scales, as I like the "extra" protection to the scales' finish when in contact with flat surfaces (the bolts protrude over the scales), and more grip to the handles (or so I think).
:climber: Raul
Post by: HankSolon on July 21, 2014, 07:17:57 PM
If I'm correct, those grafting blades have larger pins inside. Did you do anything with the large pin hole?
Post by: Syph007 on July 21, 2014, 08:49:07 PM
Post by: chivaceae on July 21, 2014, 09:14:57 PM
HankSolon: The snap is pretty good, and I am pleased with it. Indeed the pin hole is slightly larger in the florist and grafting blades (I think it is 3.5 mm :think:), but since I used enlarged holes to accommodate the 1/8" pivots (3.175 mm) I do not perceive any play. I had to "graft" a stop on the backspring to adjust the blade rest when folded, as otherwise it will hit the front end, and the nail-nick will be hidden (below the scale line).
Robert (Syph007): Thanks to your crafty skills and your sharing of information on this forum I attempted this my second modification on an alox knife (this 93 mm "Horticulturist"). The first one, which I have yet to show here, is an 84mm cadet, where I just replaced the blade and installed 1/8" pivots. I still have a couple of 93 alox knives to modify, to suit my "rotating" EDC needs and work-related activities (I badly need one yeoman-like; I do use the magnifying glass quite a bit). The custom one you made for me is too beautiful as to yet venture to use it at work :D
Thanks again for all your postings and sharing of info on this forum.
Raul
Post by: ALM on July 24, 2014, 12:08:06 PM
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t1.0-9/12182_1570315473195818_1629133843164966143_n.jpg)
Post by: chivaceae on July 25, 2014, 12:56:10 AM
Titanium Electrican & Titanium Soldier
Really neat and crisp execution on these wonderful SAKs! :tu:
Post by: HankSolon on July 25, 2014, 09:42:33 AM
I had to "graft" a stop on the backspring to adjust the blade rest when folded, as otherwise it will hit the front end, and the nail-nick will be hidden (below the scale line).
Interesting. But you didn't do any photo of this? :)
I have seen several solutions here (some I have done):
Stopper integrated at the other end: here (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,38073.msg712625.html#msg712625)
Stopper using the 4th pin: here (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,44693.0.html) or here (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,51340.msg867437.html#msg867437)
Yours should be new here, since you integrated a stopper at the end where the tool is pinned (the blade rest). If I understood you right.
Post by: chris.customworks on July 25, 2014, 02:12:02 PM
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/06/comp_s1059555.jpg?w=1200)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/06/comp_s1059576.jpg?w=1200)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/06/comp_s1059580.jpg?w=900)
Post by: lowtech on July 25, 2014, 02:52:51 PM
Did you use a Sentinel to combine the Slidelock opener layer with the linerlock blade?
I really like the outcome.
Post by: zoidberg on July 25, 2014, 03:00:05 PM
Very nice!
Did you use a Sentinel to combine the Slidelock opener layer with the linerlock blade?
I really liek teh outcome.
+1. That is some killer good looks there. :tu:
Post by: neillcurrie on July 25, 2014, 04:32:51 PM
Post by: chivaceae on July 25, 2014, 09:53:22 PM
I had to "graft" a stop on the backspring to adjust the blade rest when folded, as otherwise it will hit the front end, and the nail-nick will be hidden (below the scale line).
Interesting. But you didn't do any photo of this? :)
Yours should be new here, since you integrated a stopper at the end where the tool is pinned (the blade rest). If I understood you right.
I did not take a picture :facepalm: However, I borrowed the idea from Robert (see below a copy of his photo on this), whose execution on this stop/rest is superb. Mine was not as neat but it is hidden from site, and does the job (I used a dremel w/cutting disc to cut an inverted trapezoid - a dovetail, on which I slid the piece of scrap backspring cut to fit - sort of like they do front sights on 1911 semi-auto guns).
Post by: Huntsman on July 26, 2014, 05:45:28 AM
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/06/comp_s1059580.jpg?w=900)Weird! The side liners look like they are wavy too (left to right, as opposde to up and down) - Optical illusion I guess
I modded a Victorinox Harvester, swapping the main blade for a genuine Victorinox grafting blade. The creation's name: Horticulturist (my profession).Isn't that bump on the top of the grafting blade also a blade
I assume it sticks out? Would this cut you if you grabbed it the wrong way in your pocket?
Post by: chris.customworks on July 26, 2014, 11:35:19 AM
@ lowtech: I took a Sentinel with plain blade and the Linerlock, the rest comes from a Victorinox Outrider.
@neillcurie: Since the knife has a linerlock there has to be a gap between the sclae and the liner to keep the knife locking.
Post by: HankSolon on July 28, 2014, 10:16:33 AM
@ lowtech: I took a Sentinel with plain blade and the Linerlock, the rest comes from a Victorinox Outrider.
@neillcurie: Since the knife has a linerlock there has to be a gap between the sclae and the liner to keep the knife locking.
You could also consider a Linerlock model with a double lock (for the blade and for the bottle opener). It would be like:
--- scale ---
scissor layer
--- liner ---
OHO blade layer
--- double liner lock ---
Opener layer (with lockable bottle opener)
--- scale
I prefere the larger bottler opener much more than that smaller version.
Post by: ALM on August 01, 2014, 07:52:37 AM
The scales are anodized orange / grey, the liners are anodized red and green, the screws are titanium.
(https://scontent-a-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/10341514_1573975469496485_1296727131470492751_n.jpg?oh=7d175b11fa0d673e09770840bb03db2a&oe=5448CCE3)
(https://scontent-a-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t1.0-9/10351659_1573975529496479_3317886824052835176_n.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xaf1/t1.0-9/10494655_1573975606163138_810284133569205934_n.jpg)
(https://scontent-b-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/995064_1573975576163141_1951733728940298422_n.jpg?oh=1f119baa261bb7cdc9307697a6cc3cbb&oe=54493C81)
Post by: HankSolon on August 01, 2014, 08:25:49 AM
Flower Farmer for the lefthanded
I don't get the point. :think:
Post by: ALM on August 01, 2014, 12:48:38 PM
Flower Farmer for the lefthanded
I don't get the point. :think:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KC45Z6vmF9g
Post by: ALM on August 01, 2014, 01:09:14 PM
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,52587.msg926526.html#msg926526
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t1.0-9/10550882_1574049216155777_5286968778785051282_n.jpg)
Post by: victor7000 on August 01, 2014, 06:08:55 PM
Post by: victor7000 on August 01, 2014, 06:09:17 PM
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-NnkpJ2zeSGU/U5MTLxQyPmI/AAAAAAAAJsw/y4WB3ms8v5s/s800/DSCN9608_r.jpg)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-FdBKq0m4inA/U5M0sGguzbI/AAAAAAAAJt0/qhDBx99Nuj8/s800/DSCN9631_r.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on August 01, 2014, 07:00:43 PM
Post by: enki_ck on August 01, 2014, 08:01:31 PM
I played around a bit with acid...
...
This would have sounded :ahhh on any other forum. >:D
Looking good. :tu: Let us know how it wears, more rust prone and such. :cheers:
Post by: Santos on August 02, 2014, 02:30:37 AM
Post by: victor7000 on August 02, 2014, 11:06:52 AM
What sort of acid?
I used sulfuric acid. :skull: :D
Post by: WWW on August 02, 2014, 04:01:11 PM
TiWenger Joker ;)
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,52587.msg926526.html#msg926526
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t1.0-9/10550882_1574049216155777_5286968778785051282_n.jpg)
That is a beautiful SAK :drool: :drool:
Post by: detron on August 02, 2014, 04:18:02 PM
TiWenger Joker ;)
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,52587.msg926526.html#msg926526
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t1.0-9/10550882_1574049216155777_5286968778785051282_n.jpg)
That is a beautiful SAK :drool: :drool:
yes it is
Post by: eddie1115 on August 04, 2014, 11:13:13 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/05/a3yqa2um.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/05/y4uqajyg.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/05/yrubyveg.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/05/guzy2ype.jpg)
The first was a Farmer converted to a Bushcrafter. The scales took a beating during the peening, but they were already marked up. This is going in my pocket for hikes, so not too worried about looks.
The second went a bit better, Cadet with Wenger scissors. I thought I'd found gold on the 'bay with an old Salesman (messed up blade), but the scissors were in bad shape too. Found out that the scissor backspring would work with some Wenger scissors after a little filing, so I gave that a shot. A few marks on the scales, but I will definitely be carrying this one around for a while.
Post by: neillcurrie on August 04, 2014, 11:16:09 PM
It's a tool, remember, not jewelry ;)
Post by: Huntsman on August 05, 2014, 11:06:25 AM
It's a tool, remember, not jewelry ;)
I agree - But are you sure all on this site would agree to that? :D And even if they said they did would they think that privately!
PTRSAK had a great tip when peening alox:
- Place a piece of leather or plastic with a wee hole on the knife over the rivet
Post by: neillcurrie on August 05, 2014, 03:16:43 PM
Looks pretty OK to me tooIt's a tool, remember, not jewelry ;)
I agree - But are you sure all on this site would agree to that? :D And even if they said they did would they think that privately!
PTRSAK had a great tip when peening alox:
- Place a piece of leather or plastic with a wee hole on the knife over the rivet
I doubt everyone else on this site thinks the same as I do, but so what. I say what I think and feel, its clear that my statements are mine and others statements are theirs. WTP???
Post by: eddie1115 on August 05, 2014, 03:31:37 PM
Looks pretty OK to me tooIt's a tool, remember, not jewelry ;)
I agree - But are you sure all on this site would agree to that? :D And even if they said they did would they think that privately!
PTRSAK had a great tip when peening alox:
- Place a piece of leather or plastic with a wee hole on the knife over the rivet
Thanks, I saw that tip and tried it, but I think the piece I used was too thick, couldn't shape the head and ended up going without. I'll try something different next time.
Post by: eddie1115 on August 05, 2014, 10:57:27 PM
Peening and the mod both look great to me.
It's a tool, remember, not jewelry ;)
Thanks Neil! My budget usually has me leaning away from the jewelry side of things anyway.
Post by: eddie1115 on August 06, 2014, 10:16:08 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/07/a3azy9a4.jpg)
Post by: hiraethus on August 06, 2014, 10:59:56 PM
Post by: eddie1115 on August 07, 2014, 12:09:14 AM
Nice one. :tu: Love the Yeoman.
Thanks! I'm finding out that 3 layers is the sweet spot for me, so the Yeoman was an easy choice :) I found some donors on the 'bay, so I'll probably put together some other 3 layers next.
Post by: PTRSAK on August 07, 2014, 05:46:57 AM
A Yeocanic.
Post by: eddie1115 on August 07, 2014, 05:58:13 AM
How about these three... Blade/Combo-tool; Wenger wrench/Phillips; Pliers.I like it! I like the idea of the wenger wrench...need to get a hold of one.
A Yeocanic.
Post by: PTRSAK on August 07, 2014, 02:53:01 PM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/Mobile%20Uploads/20140807_213905_zps36kycqma.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/Mobile%20Uploads/20140807_214033_zpsmxwl3ush.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/Mobile%20Uploads/blackSAK_zps425363ef.jpg)
Post by: ALM on August 12, 2014, 06:41:56 PM
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,52587.msg932165.html#msg932165
(https://scontent-b-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/t1.0-9/10570504_1579146938979338_1926408362467418484_n.jpg)
Post by: kirk13 on August 12, 2014, 06:46:42 PM
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/imagejpg4_zpsf233054b.jpg) (http://s782.photobucket.com/user/kirk130013/media/imagejpg4_zpsf233054b.jpg.html)
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/imagejpg3_zps4e1b45cc.jpg) (http://s782.photobucket.com/user/kirk130013/media/imagejpg3_zps4e1b45cc.jpg.html)
I think this should be called the Lowtech,really. He supplied both the scales and the phillips :salute:
Post by: lowtech on August 13, 2014, 12:02:44 AM
Post by: chris.customworks on August 15, 2014, 01:27:27 PM
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/04/comp_s1058631.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/04/comp_s1058643.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/04/comp_s1058652.jpg?w=600)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/04/comp_s1058655.jpg?w=800)
Post by: zoidberg on August 15, 2014, 01:30:22 PM
Victorinox Black Alox Farmer plus scissors
:tu:
Post by: chris.customworks on August 15, 2014, 09:00:34 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on August 16, 2014, 08:24:31 AM
TSA OK, UK friendly, Nanny state approved.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20140816_161011_zpseeakrteg.jpg)
Post by: Glofindel on August 16, 2014, 10:20:03 AM
Post by: lowtech on August 16, 2014, 12:05:34 PM
Single layer 84mm with everything you need and nothing you don't.
TSA OK, UK friendly, Nanny state approved.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20140816_161011_zpseeakrteg.jpg)
But the pointy Corkscrew is still dangerous! :ahhh
Nice addition for the kitchen drawer you made there.
Post by: PTRSAK on August 16, 2014, 12:10:38 PM
Single layer 84mm with everything you need and nothing you don't.
TSA OK, UK friendly, Nanny state approved.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20140816_161011_zpseeakrteg.jpg)
But the pointy Corkscrew is still dangerous! :ahhh
Nice addition for the kitchen drawer you made there.
Yes, dangerous, it could be the root cause of a nasty hangover.
Post by: Santos on August 16, 2014, 03:34:58 PM
Two layer version add back slotted screwdriver and scissor
Post by: PTRSAK on August 17, 2014, 07:54:55 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20140817_152215_zpsomm6ty7q.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20140817_152215_zpsomm6ty7q.jpg.html)
Post by: crackout on August 18, 2014, 11:14:03 AM
(http://i.imgur.com/MHKpLTm.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Y9jYkAY.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/GfrUePS.jpg)
:tool:
Post by: lowtech on August 18, 2014, 11:15:43 AM
Nice knife!
I think the parts are better off in a user than collecting dust somewhere.
Post by: crackout on August 18, 2014, 11:30:15 AM
I think the parts are better off in a user than collecting dust somewhere.
That's what I'm thinking.
Post by: crackout on August 19, 2014, 08:09:57 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/WecOztO.jpg)
I give you: the OHutrider :D
Post by: chris.customworks on August 19, 2014, 08:44:17 PM
Post by: zoidberg on August 19, 2014, 10:50:06 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/izmwUkU.jpg)Left Hand Friendly! So Much Wanting! :drool:
(http://i.imgur.com/WecOztO.jpg)
I give you: the OHutrider :D
Post by: eddie1115 on August 26, 2014, 10:55:48 PM
I (nervously) turned one of my new orange Farmers into a Bushcrafter. I thought the orange really looked good for a woods knife, and I like thinness for pocket carry when I'm hiking.
Nothing new or exciting, but my first colored alox mod.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/08/26/8f58049c8b857b5713ef60613eba025c.jpg)
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/08/26/be09da7bc440cf83091d8b0cf6f30ebc.jpg)
Post by: hiraethus on August 26, 2014, 11:02:31 PM
Post by: eddie1115 on August 27, 2014, 12:44:49 AM
Post by: Syph007 on August 27, 2014, 01:15:35 AM
Thanks! Thankfully the tips I got here helped preserve those scales better than my last attempts.
Nice, those rivet heads look awesome!
Post by: eddie1115 on August 27, 2014, 01:33:07 AM
Thanks! Thankfully the tips I got here helped preserve those scales better than my last attempts.
Nice, those rivet heads look awesome!
Thanks! I don't have a drill press (yet), so I can't bore the holes for those 1/8" pivots, so I'm stuck peening. It does seem to get a bit easier each time though.
Post by: enki_ck on August 27, 2014, 11:10:15 AM
Post by: pfrsantos on August 27, 2014, 04:26:37 PM
Great looking pins and congrats on your new woods SAK. :cheers:
+1
:salute: :tu:
Post by: eddie1115 on August 27, 2014, 04:36:09 PM
Post by: ALM on August 27, 2014, 05:48:20 PM
(https://scontent-a-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/t1.0-9/10628583_1587099504850748_4460645346643212827_n.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/10540767_1587086828185349_2162279775323086416_n.jpg?oh=974c1d2906d892f016bfdafe8106b3b1&oe=54773C9A&__gda__=1415671971_a14c2c1527d0bc6cbd8bccb20687f4f9)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/t1.0-9/1907418_1587067744853924_8173021728497028295_n.jpg)
Post by: lowtech on August 27, 2014, 06:12:23 PM
Post by: Santos on August 28, 2014, 02:08:30 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on August 28, 2014, 02:16:52 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on August 28, 2014, 04:04:42 PM
Today I've made this mod. I made this knife for myself. Two layers is what I like :)
(https://scontent-a-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/t1.0-9/10628583_1587099504850748_4460645346643212827_n.jpg)
Great combination! Vic should make this a standard model!
:tu: :tu: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme:
Post by: jtoxx on August 29, 2014, 10:29:28 PM
Post by: zoidberg on August 29, 2014, 10:41:22 PM
My second time mod. Midnite minichamp + Alox slim flash :salute:
Nice! Welcome to the forum. :cheers:
Post by: hiraethus on August 31, 2014, 10:27:51 PM
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3840/14911177578_215dcb7903_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/14911177578/)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3868/14911190837_236949d1c8_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/14911190837/)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3909/14911181608_64366fc03f_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/14911181608/)
Post by: Nhoj on August 31, 2014, 10:51:56 PM
Post by: willfcc on September 01, 2014, 07:43:31 AM
I wanted to do a Scientist for EDC, but use scissors almost every day. So, I decided to mod a Compact into a +B style Yeoman, adding a center Phillips/mag layer.
(https://flickr.com/photos/vwcatbus/14915642597)
Post by: RimfireNZ on September 01, 2014, 09:00:50 AM
My first mod. This is FUN!
I wanted to do a Scientist for EDC, but use scissors almost every day. So, I decided to mod a Compact into a +B style Yeoman, adding a center Phillips/mag layer.
(https://flickr.com/photos/vwcatbus/14915642597)
Here you go Willfcc. For some reason Flickr didn't like how you did the embed of the image.
Nice job on the mod!
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3911/14915642597_a1d5e24a9b_o.jpg)
Post by: hiraethus on September 01, 2014, 09:36:59 AM
Post by: ALM on September 03, 2014, 08:23:16 PM
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10644983_1593408410886524_1374656648619638856_n.jpg?oh=a2b35267d52449a4bc677dfd39291930&oe=546C2993&__gda__=1415848697_1b7038c213cc8c6565f14afff030064d)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfa1/v/t1.0-9/10606044_1593408387553193_3022131183424755214_n.jpg?oh=e20af4c580c580a08d80a03e03436d0e&oe=547B231F&__gda__=1416914836_401eaaa79d6af67fa530c11587c50bf5)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/10600511_1593408214219877_6221475027166904359_n.jpg?oh=5fe673d117a0b9e3cccd8ee11048ac20&oe=546913AF&__gda__=1415611647_5b8c489a9190d158896015ce283c673c)
Post by: magentus on September 03, 2014, 10:25:24 PM
My beater Pioneer hasn't been getting much pocket time lately as it's been in the to do pile and while I haven't got round to sorting the scissors rest yet I thought I thought I'd add a Phillips and new metal file:
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3840/14911177578_215dcb7903_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/14911177578/)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3868/14911190837_236949d1c8_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/14911190837/)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3909/14911181608_64366fc03f_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/14911181608/)
Very Very nice - good job H :salute:
Post by: zoidberg on September 04, 2014, 01:26:59 AM
Victorinox Pioneer ESPANA 2014
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10644983_1593408410886524_1374656648619638856_n.jpg?oh=a2b35267d52449a4bc677dfd39291930&oe=546C2993&__gda__=1415848697_1b7038c213cc8c6565f14afff030064d)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfa1/v/t1.0-9/10606044_1593408387553193_3022131183424755214_n.jpg?oh=e20af4c580c580a08d80a03e03436d0e&oe=547B231F&__gda__=1416914836_401eaaa79d6af67fa530c11587c50bf5)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/10600511_1593408214219877_6221475027166904359_n.jpg?oh=5fe673d117a0b9e3cccd8ee11048ac20&oe=546913AF&__gda__=1415611647_5b8c489a9190d158896015ce283c673c)
Looking good! :tu:
Post by: rickinFL on September 04, 2014, 02:08:16 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/davygray_zps5004f545.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/10388199_516412001823267_7005872852947577680_n_zps98b4ba6c.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/10616182_516384385159362_2256440849309382249_n_zps267a109f.jpg)
http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/1558448_516412018489932_8503554823334284412_n_zpsd12fb0d8.jpg
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/NONSERRATE_zps8508dae7.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/10440748_477695662361568_5881390107417012378_n_zpsb57b8567.jpg)
Just a few from the past few weeks. Working on tons of titanium this week.
Enjoy.
Post by: sawman on September 04, 2014, 02:19:14 AM
I don't know if I mentioned before but you do some very awesome work. :hatsoff:
Post by: rickinFL on September 06, 2014, 02:18:19 AM
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/05/2f8344577cd03f0022c4428a4d6b81aa.jpg)
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/05/2a1aefee3638240c2c09c7e07c8035df.jpg)
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/05/8b62c1a53cef4b231fc3243991541a08.jpg)
proto
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Post by: Chaka on September 06, 2014, 03:36:18 AM
Is there space to use the scissors?
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Post by: rickinFL on September 06, 2014, 04:54:31 AM
Sweet...
Is there space to use the scissors?
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(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/10612912_521961001268367_1665068100525149359_n_zpsaaf5c99d.jpg)
Post by: rickinFL on September 06, 2014, 06:01:41 PM
solo is my favorite.
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Post by: rickinFL on September 07, 2014, 12:13:09 AM
a different solo
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Post by: Huntsman on September 07, 2014, 03:37:54 PM
Sweet...
Is there space to use the scissors?
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(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/10612912_521961001268367_1665068100525149359_n_zpsaaf5c99d.jpg)
Good answer Rick :D
Obviously well planned.
Very innovative design - Love it - A kinda SAK Classic version of the Gerber Dime
Is that a screw driver on the end of the BO - Or a scraper/chisel
Post by: rickinFL on September 07, 2014, 08:06:09 PM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/10653699_523565921107875_2445220375468919590_n_zpsf67d03e5.jpg)
version 2
Post by: kirk13 on September 07, 2014, 08:06:58 PM
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/06/ff23391093381a0a6fa8f88bdbd8db3f.jpg)
a different solo
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Oh! On,that's nice :drool:
Post by: rickinFL on September 08, 2014, 01:59:49 AM
Post by: Syncop8r on September 08, 2014, 12:56:01 PM
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/06/ff23391093381a0a6fa8f88bdbd8db3f.jpg)A Hand Solo?
a different solo
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Post by: rickinFL on September 08, 2014, 06:48:18 PM
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/06/ff23391093381a0a6fa8f88bdbd8db3f.jpg)A Hand Solo?
a different solo
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:rofl:
Post by: lowtech on September 08, 2014, 07:50:39 PM
Post by: neillcurrie on September 08, 2014, 09:24:39 PM
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/06/ff23391093381a0a6fa8f88bdbd8db3f.jpg)
a different solo
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I see you've started giving your hands the same distressed-stone-washed look as your blades :rofl:
Post by: Huntsman on September 10, 2014, 01:09:15 AM
I see you've started giving your hands the same distressed-stone-washed look as your blades
:rofl: :D :o
And so true :tu:
Post by: pfrsantos on September 10, 2014, 04:50:27 PM
I see you've started giving your hands the same distressed-stone-washed look as your blades
:rofl: :D :o
And so true :tu:
As long as he doesn't get alox scales on them, it's all good!
:D :D :D :D
Post by: hiraethus on September 10, 2014, 05:15:01 PM
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/06/ff23391093381a0a6fa8f88bdbd8db3f.jpg)
a different solo
I like that. What's the CF like to work with? I can get an 8" x 6" piece for a reasonable amount in the UK and quite fancy giving something like that a go.
Post by: rickinFL on September 13, 2014, 03:05:40 PM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/10408508_527301567400977_7853948987267508774_n_zps92ea4978.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/10636167_527301644067636_747658836493599487_n_zps30c67e53.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/10426100_527301617400972_1767824242215233801_n_zps6bfada3d.jpg)
Post by: PTRSAK on September 17, 2014, 12:39:20 PM
Main blade on a Scissors backspring.
Spalted Silky Oak scales.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0837_zps60c8b30f.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0838_zpsb9d4899d.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0839_zpsb01942a2.jpg)
Post by: WWW on September 17, 2014, 03:46:12 PM
I like that. What's the CF like to work with? I can get an 8" x 6" piece for a reasonable amount in the UK and quite fancy giving something like that a go.
I never worked with CF but I've heard of some folks that had an allergic reaction to it (obviously not everybody will react the same way), and is good to wear a mask because as far as I understand it can be carcinogenic. Not much help but that is all I know about it.
Post by: hiraethus on September 17, 2014, 11:11:43 PM
Still 6 layers but fits much more easily in my pocket and goes really well with a Skeletool or Style PS.
Post by: hiraethus on September 17, 2014, 11:13:57 PM
I never worked with CF but I've heard of some folks that had an allergic reaction to it (obviously not everybody will react the same way), and is good to wear a mask because as far as I understand it can be carcinogenic. Not much help but that is all I know about it.
Thanks WWW. After working with some G10 I know a mask is definitely a good idea.
Post by: eddie1115 on September 17, 2014, 11:21:49 PM
Repurposed my Deluxe Modeler as I wasn't using the pliers - added a saw layer to make a Ranger plus mag/phillips. (https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5575/15268338221_33243e3106_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/15268338221/)
Still 6 layers but fits much more easily in my pocket and goes really well with a Skeletool or Style PS.
I like this one! I bought a beat up Ranger that I haven't decided what to do with yet, trying to find the best way to use the saw/file.
Post by: rickinFL on September 18, 2014, 02:36:27 AM
Solid copper with a very long distance assist. Will be sending my personal next.
Post by: zoidberg on September 18, 2014, 11:02:43 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/10608615_841199005912780_1002115707934826232_o_zps5bd77c3d.jpg)Thats a beauty! :tu: :tu: :tu:
Solid copper with a very long distance assist. Will be sending my personal next.
Post by: chivaceae on September 18, 2014, 05:28:33 PM
Post by: ironraven on September 19, 2014, 01:21:20 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s625/mikey_likey1/10608615_841199005912780_1002115707934826232_o_zps5bd77c3d.jpg)
Solid copper with a very long distance assist. Will be sending my personal next.
Laser or hand engraved? Either way.... :drool: :drool: :drool:
Post by: Glofindel on September 19, 2014, 10:56:45 AM
Post by: chivaceae on September 19, 2014, 10:04:57 PM
Hand engraved. The craftsman is very well known in other social media
Any hints who/what other social media? :pok: :D
Post by: Glofindel on September 20, 2014, 01:36:56 AM
Facebook group "EDC underground " and "cool knives and gears" his name is Panja.Hand engraved. The craftsman is very well known in other social media
Any hints who/what other social media? :pok: :D
Post by: rickinFL on September 21, 2014, 02:57:51 PM
Post by: rickinFL on September 23, 2014, 12:35:28 AM
Stonewash Titanium
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Post by: willfcc on September 28, 2014, 05:07:21 AM
It's all teeth and jaws, so I think I'll call it the Orthodontist.
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3920/15188251070_46256702d1_c.jpg)
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2944/15188246680_7c1f4ab59a_c.jpg)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3870/15188362368_b505857428_c.jpg)
Post by: captain spaulding on September 28, 2014, 05:13:41 AM
Post by: Monrogue on September 28, 2014, 06:15:26 AM
I really like the tool selection on that one. Good job. :tu:
+1 - cool name too :tu:
Post by: Glofindel on September 28, 2014, 09:44:26 AM
Here's my second mod. I had some parts left over from the SwissChamp I used to mod a Compact into a Yeoman, and had been planning this "companion" for it.Perfect for unfriendly blade area.
It's all teeth and jaws, so I think I'll call it the Orthodontist.
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3920/15188251070_46256702d1_c.jpg)
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2944/15188246680_7c1f4ab59a_c.jpg)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3870/15188362368_b505857428_c.jpg)
Post by: Huntsman on September 28, 2014, 10:16:20 AM
It's all teeth and jaws, so I think I'll call it the Orthodontist.Now that's an unusual toolset ??? :tu: - A real workman's companion
I'd call it the Benchmate and have it on my workbench (if I had one :( )
But I like your name better - Much wittier :D
Although I would not like to pull a tooth with those pliers :o
Post by: PTRSAK on September 28, 2014, 10:36:18 AM
Pulled both of them apart, picked the best of the tools and built up one knife. The blade has been sharpened, but not to the point of losing its shape and the other tools have some wear marks, but it gives it a bit of that anitque, "olde worlde" charm ::)
It's an early model 74mm with 1.6mm pins rather than the 2mm of the later ones.
Also has the old single leaf, black scissor spring.
Bolsters are 7075 T651 Aluminium alloy and the scale inlays are Truestone Turquoise.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0842_zps5d176a6e.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0843_zps51900c83.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_0844_zps0afdcf38.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on September 28, 2014, 12:32:01 PM
Post by: papercut on September 28, 2014, 01:59:14 PM
Post by: Nhoj on September 28, 2014, 04:50:01 PM
Post by: ironraven on September 29, 2014, 02:27:39 AM
Post by: willfcc on October 10, 2014, 01:52:42 AM
Will
Post by: ironraven on October 10, 2014, 04:46:47 AM
Post by: ivan_partizan on October 13, 2014, 10:15:41 AM
Just to be different I've taken some custom scales (thanks to Jerm) that were designed to be used with screwed pivots and "devolved" them to peened pins.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/Mobile%20Uploads/20140807_213905_zps36kycqma.jpg)
From what material you do it?
Post by: PTRSAK on October 13, 2014, 01:23:52 PM
Just to be different I've taken some custom scales (thanks to Jerm) that were designed to be used with screwed pivots and "devolved" them to peened pins.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/Mobile%20Uploads/20140807_213905_zps36kycqma.jpg)
From what material you do it?
These scales were made by another member here. They are injection molded carbon reinforced plastic.
This is his thread about the scales.
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,52724.msg900492.html#msg900492
Post by: JAfromMn on October 14, 2014, 08:26:21 PM
(http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-10-14125458_zpsdee10d8f.jpg) (http://s1211.photobucket.com/user/JAfromMn/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-10-14125458_zpsdee10d8f.jpg.html)
(http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-10-14125356_zps5c5bdd8f.jpg) (http://s1211.photobucket.com/user/JAfromMn/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-10-14125356_zps5c5bdd8f.jpg.html)
Post by: JAfromMn on October 14, 2014, 08:52:21 PM
Post by: zoidberg on October 14, 2014, 09:53:58 PM
(http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-10-14124837_zpse9b6bb64.jpg) (http://s1211.photobucket.com/user/JAfromMn/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-10-14124837_zpse9b6bb64.jpg.html)I like it. :tu: I would probably take it back to the handle to make it bigger though.
Post by: chris.customworks on October 16, 2014, 07:52:40 AM
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/comp_s1050032.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/comp_s1050038.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/comp_s1050022.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/comp_s10500231.jpg?w=600)
Post by: Glofindel on October 16, 2014, 08:20:27 AM
Post by: Huntsman on October 16, 2014, 11:07:23 AM
(http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-10-14124837_zpse9b6bb64.jpg) (http://s1211.photobucket.com/user/JAfromMn/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-10-14124837_zpse9b6bb64.jpg.html)
Interesting take on the Electrician JA - I bought one of these last year with the idea of using it as a wire stripper and I have to say I am not too happy with it.
The rounded part of the blade is to wide and the arc is too shallow - and the rest of the sheepsfoot blade makes it a little dangerous when rolling the wire around.
A much better design is the 'v' notch - like they have on the Swiss tools
So I would make a tool for the Electrician with a couple of v notches for cutting the wire and maybe also a non sharpened notch like they have on the bottle opener for actually stripping the wire.
- Anyone else agree?? Or is my technique lacking ???
Post by: ducttapetech on October 16, 2014, 11:41:54 AM
Nate
Post by: ducttapetech on October 16, 2014, 11:42:29 AM
Nate
Post by: ALM on October 16, 2014, 04:54:58 PM
Victorinox Pioneer Copper & Brass
Scales: Copper 2.0mm, cut-out cross
Three brass liners
Brass rivets
(https://scontent-b-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10153709_1613413735552658_1704927170541731571_n.jpg?oh=43a23e6ab95e9119f82d36e9c1c6b766&oe=54C083CF)
(https://scontent-a-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/v/t1.0-9/1013760_1613413898885975_1327878715580471415_n.jpg?oh=26a45a5359ec420df0ee51ccf7f11fe0&oe=54C1915A)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/1959248_1613413522219346_9068728035315324894_n.jpg?oh=4ccd466597a56e7bb9a2fc610f331773&oe=54C44B7E&__gda__=1421166278_6b42f2edae3f20ed1ecf69c6b5bd15ac)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10518981_1613413855552646_2041721503621964608_n.jpg?oh=dcb3758d65212b033db6e14de105b396&oe=54BAA71B&__gda__=1420806769_1a3295a5600aec755a6fc22764aceed8)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10420344_1613414018885963_5270185883582798952_n.jpg?oh=5081d69e81b9085f09ab9bcee6f95c0b&oe=54F14A72&__gda__=1425503512_601fbfd74020c5909d0a03f441667d68)
Post by: neillcurrie on October 16, 2014, 05:25:10 PM
Can't wait to see the patina develop :)
Post by: ducttapetech on October 16, 2014, 05:35:49 PM
Nate
Post by: MadPlumbarian on October 16, 2014, 07:02:58 PM
Post by: Syph007 on October 16, 2014, 07:23:54 PM
Post by: Sparky415 on October 16, 2014, 07:52:56 PM
Good Lord! :drool: :drool: :drool:
Post by: Raukodur on October 16, 2014, 10:48:49 PM
Post by: ironraven on October 17, 2014, 01:45:04 AM
Post by: Glofindel on October 17, 2014, 02:01:56 AM
Post by: ALM on October 17, 2014, 05:17:07 PM
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10641055_1613793652181333_1831832216813979674_n.jpg?oh=c5af00e4aca5ed00dec507a0aec4296e&oe=54B22565&__gda__=1425390095_4acfd396c76bb439577f6a965ebd926b)
Post by: ducttapetech on October 17, 2014, 05:53:47 PM
Nate
Post by: ALM on October 24, 2014, 05:40:49 PM
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/10624573_1616699941890704_14774680630476997_n.jpg?oh=2c9f171657b4cea65218b9ec5654b1e9&oe=54F4E472&__gda__=1425549627_be9b398a5c029bca32c0bf0bf2bcd77b)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/1461811_1616700108557354_7373862380432574369_n.jpg?oh=14f0b2addc44913d3cda55ff21d80266&oe=54EC65FA&__gda__=1420631846_7651beb1a9ddf159253c13f70c68bd64)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/1378898_1616699951890703_3490229438617858547_n.jpg?oh=9a7637d6a0f637ed540b2aac617ea876&oe=54B4E29A&__gda__=1425044514_96cd8c96fce34f8082c4eabc31e97f77)
Post by: ducttapetech on October 24, 2014, 05:46:29 PM
Nate
Post by: Monrogue on October 24, 2014, 06:27:41 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on October 24, 2014, 11:04:17 PM
Nice one ALM :tu:+1 NICE! JR
Post by: rickinFL on October 25, 2014, 02:02:13 AM
Copper cadet with a few friends. My first time run black oxide on 84mm scissors. Black G10 liners and to try to stay original, sandblasted to tumbled copper. With the ebalde donor this was an expensive little build. I will match it with the incoming run of black oxide for a rambler on my keys.
Nice sheet of BRONZE as my next material of choice. I am phasing the copper out...
Post by: captain spaulding on October 25, 2014, 09:40:55 AM
Post by: zoidberg on October 25, 2014, 11:20:01 AM
Specially for the knives.pl convention on Saturday, I made my first mod with copper scales
Victorinox Pioneer Copper & Brass
Scales: Copper 2.0mm, cut-out cross
Three brass liners
Brass rivets
(https://scontent-b-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10153709_1613413735552658_1704927170541731571_n.jpg?oh=43a23e6ab95e9119f82d36e9c1c6b766&oe=54C083CF)
:drool: Ditch the keyring, otherwise rockin. :drool:
Post by: rickinFL on October 25, 2014, 04:47:10 PM
(https://scontent-b-atl.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/v/t1.0-9/10665989_545976658866801_8745642745228775942_n.jpg?oh=69ef02acbf43a8d3125b2a1d3273f85e&oe=54ED353E)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/10600657_545976652200135_5832143028320237169_n.jpg?oh=9d07afb5194eeb67bef3ac3db6d64c23&oe=54F1AA2C&__gda__=1424731206_09f318e3258796fded39e0fdca4be05d)
OD/black and stonewash pioneer.
Post by: rickinFL on October 25, 2014, 08:28:15 PM
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/25/d5f50729cf3bec0ef5f293a84bba1394.jpg)
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Post by: zoidberg on October 26, 2014, 12:47:33 AM
Post by: rickinFL on October 26, 2014, 02:20:39 AM
Titanium Cadet II. Cut by hand. No waterjet or lasers here.
Post by: rickinFL on October 28, 2014, 04:48:50 PM
Post by: Monrogue on October 28, 2014, 04:55:16 PM
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/s851x315/10501731_547318558732611_728290090085951242_n.jpg?oh=0867947f66caec15e3e13a81b2b1c73d&oe=54B493E7&__gda__=1425172117_0a90a9c4aeec42d4ddc270de1e0ef3aa)
Love it ;)
Post by: pfrsantos on October 28, 2014, 05:06:05 PM
(https://scontent-b-iad.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/t31.0-8/10403868_546192145511919_5892371779041990777_o.jpg)
Titanium Cadet II. Cut by hand. No waterjet or lasers here.
Wow! Great combo! Brings to mind Metropolis or the recently ressurected FallOut!
:tu: :tu: :tu: :tu:
Post by: Mike 56 on October 31, 2014, 01:25:43 AM
Mike
Post by: zoidberg on October 31, 2014, 01:33:44 AM
Post by: hiraethus on October 31, 2014, 10:53:06 PM
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3943/15491746790_fd34eae750_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pAXfAA)
Post by: eddie1115 on October 31, 2014, 11:17:34 PM
Post by: sir_mike on November 01, 2014, 01:26:46 AM
Orange Farmer - saw + scissors:
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3943/15491746790_fd34eae750_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pAXfAA)
Very nice! I would like to see a Pioneer with the mag glass and inline philips added and maybe the scissors but not a deal breaker for me! That would be a sweet sak! :D
Post by: murrydan on November 01, 2014, 10:13:12 PM
Pioneer + scissors + pocket clip
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/10624573_1616699941890704_14774680630476997_n.jpg?oh=2c9f171657b4cea65218b9ec5654b1e9&oe=54F4E472&__gda__=1425549627_be9b398a5c029bca32c0bf0bf2bcd77b)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/1461811_1616700108557354_7373862380432574369_n.jpg?oh=14f0b2addc44913d3cda55ff21d80266&oe=54EC65FA&__gda__=1420631846_7651beb1a9ddf159253c13f70c68bd64)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/1378898_1616699951890703_3490229438617858547_n.jpg?oh=9a7637d6a0f637ed540b2aac617ea876&oe=54B4E29A&__gda__=1425044514_96cd8c96fce34f8082c4eabc31e97f77)
Saw this on eBay… I lost :cry:
Post by: hiraethus on November 03, 2014, 10:29:04 AM
Nice work, looks great! :tu: I'm still working up the courage to try this, let alone on the nice orange.
Thanks eddie, and mike too. The orange anodising is really delicate - I left a few marks on it while peening, and though it's only been in my pocket over the weekend it's already showing signs of coming off. Fortunately I like the weathered look on my alox so I'm happy with it.
Post by: chris.customworks on November 06, 2014, 11:06:51 AM
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/comp_s1050057.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/comp_s10500601.jpg?w=800)
Post by: rickinFL on November 06, 2014, 11:21:23 PM
Yet another titanium Pioneer. What a bear of a project with hand tools.
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 07, 2014, 01:07:39 AM
Post by: rickinFL on November 07, 2014, 01:20:24 AM
Victorinox Cigar 79 Elforyn featuring Cohiba Siglo II 8)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/comp_s1050057.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/comp_s10500601.jpg?w=800)
As a cigar smoker I will say that is by far my favorite mod yet. Truly classy.
Post by: chris.customworks on November 07, 2014, 08:54:04 AM
As a cigar smoker I will say that is by far my favorite mod yet. Truly classy.
Thank you very much. :salute:
I can only return the compliment: I really like your Titanium Pioneer, especcially when it's crafted with hand tools :o
Best regards
Chris
Post by: ALM on November 07, 2014, 09:04:10 PM
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/1459308_1623476844546347_631819883208680515_n.jpg?oh=254d4963e2b1ca4bd75bb43d9d269d14&oe=54ED0ECC&__gda__=1425126789_5011bea63e531305795efa97dd2434b7)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 08, 2014, 12:36:33 AM
Post by: chris.customworks on November 13, 2014, 10:13:21 AM
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/06/comp_s1059538.jpg?w=600)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/06/comp_s1059554.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/06/comp_s1059540.jpg?w=800)
Post by: zoidberg on November 13, 2014, 10:16:32 AM
Post by: ALM on November 13, 2014, 10:27:25 PM
(https://scontent-a-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/v/t1.0-9/10704186_1627167380843960_583689142990164794_n.jpg?oh=28f7c2dfdccda505260b5ea4096062ee&oe=54D85947)
Post by: rickinFL on November 13, 2014, 10:49:03 PM
That green micarta looks great. :salute:
I have to agree. Lovely combo of colors.
Post by: sir_mike on November 13, 2014, 10:51:06 PM
Victorinox Pioneer with scissors and metal file + Victorinox Pioneer Farmer with scissors
(https://scontent-a-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/v/t1.0-9/10704186_1627167380843960_583689142990164794_n.jpg?oh=28f7c2dfdccda505260b5ea4096062ee&oe=54D85947)
Very nice Pioneer's there! :D
Post by: zoidberg on November 13, 2014, 10:57:11 PM
That green micarta looks great. :salute:
I have to agree. Lovely combo of colors.
Aye, the red lines add the class. You did good with that one mate. :tu:
Post by: captain spaulding on November 13, 2014, 11:28:50 PM
Post by: chris.customworks on November 14, 2014, 02:09:38 PM
@ ALM: Nice Alox-Mods :tu:
Post by: hiraethus on November 18, 2014, 10:40:38 PM
Added a sheepsfoot blade, made from a pruner.
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7488/15636686028_56cf3e6ff4_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/15636686028/)
Love the black, steel and brass together.
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5612/15202675363_52668f46fc_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/15202675363/)
Post by: zoidberg on November 19, 2014, 12:08:25 AM
Post by: Sparky415 on November 19, 2014, 06:38:29 AM
Very impressed with your peening Hiraethus :drool:
Orange Farmer - saw + scissors:
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3943/15491746790_fd34eae750_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pAXfAA)
Post by: hiraethus on November 19, 2014, 09:59:55 AM
That looks mint. :tu: :tu: :tu: Nice work mate. :salute:
Thanks! It's still a WIP - the phillips was ground to fit a pair of opener springs but it's fitted to a single blade spring and doesn't quite snap properly. The springs must be slightly different shapes. I also cut the pins a little short so getting the amount of interference with the scales is tricky, making tuning the feel of the knife difficult.
Very impressed with your peening Hiraethus :drool:
That's the good side, that I formed on the bench before building the knife. The other side isn't so good. :-[ I want to find a way of creating the domed head that you get on factory SAKs.
Actually, what I really want is an easy way of using threaded barrel pins on the 91mm knives without having to drill the tools out. I've just bought some M1.6x0.35 taps and screws to try 2.5mm pins for the centre. :tu: I'm seriously considering buying my own lathe so I can make them at home.
Post by: firiki on November 19, 2014, 10:15:38 AM
Added a sheepsfoot blade, made from a pruner.
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7488/15636686028_56cf3e6ff4_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/15636686028/)
Love the reprofiled pruner :tu: Great tool configuration too.
I have two questions: wouldn't a pair of scissors be preferable to a file? I like the newer Vic metal file a lot, it's plenty useful, still I think I'd pick scissors instead. Would that make the SAK too thick?
My other question is, how well does the can opener work as such in that position?
Overall I feel I can honestly say :gimme:
Post by: hiraethus on November 19, 2014, 11:00:10 AM
Post by: hiraethus on November 19, 2014, 09:43:34 PM
Thanks! Thankfully the tips I got here helped preserve those scales better than my last attempts.
Nice, those rivet heads look awesome!
Thanks! I don't have a drill press (yet), so I can't bore the holes for those 1/8" pivots, so I'm stuck peening. It does seem to get a bit easier each time though.
Bit of a necro-post, but do you have a Dremel? The carbide tile cutter bit (#562) is 1/8" in diameter and works well for drilling out stainless tools.
Post by: Huntsman on November 19, 2014, 09:49:05 PM
My much-modded Pioneer gets another tweak:
Added a sheepsfoot blade, made from a pruner.
Nice one H
Sheepsfoot blades are great - It's very handy having that straight flat cutting edge - and a brilliant idea to mod a pruner.
I really don't know why Vic dont make their second blade a sheepsfoot - or even a nail file like Wenger - Two drop points always seems like a duplication to me.
I am just full of admiration for you modders - This is my favourite board in the forum, and thanks for all your posts. Inspirational stuff!! :D
I will get into doing my own soon :D I have plans !! Although very modest compared to you guys.
One wee question though - Does the sheepsfoot close correctly and not catch on the opener? As normally it would close on the other side of its partner main blade
Post by: eddie1115 on November 19, 2014, 09:57:59 PM
Thanks for the tip! My dad has a dremel that I borrow from time to time. If I order that bit, he may not get it back for a while :)Thanks! Thankfully the tips I got here helped preserve those scales better than my last attempts.
Nice, those rivet heads look awesome!
Thanks! I don't have a drill press (yet), so I can't bore the holes for those 1/8" pivots, so I'm stuck peening. It does seem to get a bit easier each time though.
Bit of a necro-post, but do you have a Dremel? The carbide tile cutter bit (#562) is 1/8" in diameter and works well for drilling out stainless tools.
Post by: hiraethus on November 19, 2014, 10:46:04 PM
I will get into doing my own soon :D I have plans !! Although very modest compared to you guys.
You really should. :pok:
One wee question though - Does the sheepsfoot close correctly and not catch on the opener? As normally it would close on the other side of its partner main blade
This one is from a Pioneer Harvester where it takes the place of the can opener so sits perfectly with the cap lifter. It's bent the other way to the small blade on a 91mm knife.
Post by: Huntsman on November 20, 2014, 12:33:42 AM
This raises an interesting point:
The only pruner blade I have is on an old Outdoorsman, where it is paired with the main blade, and so 'bends' to the left, as you look down from above - whereas the Harvester pruner bends to the right then??
So it looks like Vic must make (or did make) pruner blades that bend both ways.
Is that right? Or am I confusing myself ??? !!
Post by: firiki on November 20, 2014, 12:46:38 AM
^^ Aha - Perfect - ThanksJudging by the small blade on my alox Pruner that sits on the same spot as the small blade found on 91mm SAKs I'd say it could also be used in lieu of the can opener in its standard position. No idea if that would take a special backspring though.
This raises an interesting point:
The only pruner blade I have is on an old Outdoorsman, where it is paired with the main blade, and so 'bends' to the left, as you look down from above - whereas the Harvester pruner bends to the right then??
So it looks like Vic must make (or did make) pruner blades that bend both ways.
Is that right? Or am I confusing myself ??? !!
Post by: firiki on November 20, 2014, 12:58:11 AM
Replacing the file with the scissors would only add around 1mm to the thickness of the knife, so not much more.I believe the file to be of the same size as the wood saw. That said, I know this may sound weird but I can't help thinking my Camper feels much more compact and tight than a Climber, way more pocket friendly or so it seems to me it seems :think: :ahhh
I know weight difference is negligeable as well, however I get the impression that scissors don't really do it for me on alox. Maybe SAK pliers are the ticket. I don't know anymore.
:facepalm:
Post by: hiraethus on November 20, 2014, 11:21:59 PM
^^ Aha - Perfect - ThanksJudging by the small blade on my alox Pruner that sits on the same spot as the small blade found on 91mm SAKs I'd say it could also be used in lieu of the can opener in its standard position. No idea if that would take a special backspring though.
This raises an interesting point:
The only pruner blade I have is on an old Outdoorsman, where it is paired with the main blade, and so 'bends' to the left, as you look down from above - whereas the Harvester pruner bends to the right then??
So it looks like Vic must make (or did make) pruner blades that bend both ways.
Is that right? Or am I confusing myself ??? !!
The pruner blade from the Harvester has a definite bend away from the scale so it fits nicely next to the cap lifter - I think it must be different to the other pruner blade.
Post by: Syph007 on November 20, 2014, 11:42:08 PM
Post by: ALM on November 23, 2014, 10:44:01 PM
OD green
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-YuS3Cuh8uTs/VHH1jLYYs-I/AAAAAAAAPrU/pbF0kDqCOt4/w840-h561-no/P1000196.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-CRSW8Uh8gzc/VHH1i0s6SBI/AAAAAAAAPrQ/2XYMiSLo9Ac/w840-h561-no/P1000199.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-il0Zlx3BlXw/VHH129JAWwI/AAAAAAAAPrs/mGzdouJDvrA/w840-h561-no/P1000204.JPG)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 24, 2014, 04:56:22 AM
Post by: chris.customworks on November 25, 2014, 02:13:38 PM
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/08/comp_s1050051.jpg?w=600)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/08/comp_s1050053.jpg?w=600)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/08/comp_s1050071.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/08/comp_s1050056.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/08/comp_s1050063.jpg?w=800)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 25, 2014, 03:12:39 PM
Post by: Dexter on November 25, 2014, 07:40:23 PM
Post by: hiraethus on November 25, 2014, 09:44:25 PM
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7489/15878627665_744e2e5f75_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/15878627665/)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 25, 2014, 10:02:11 PM
Junior/Special MechanicNice :tu: I'd have to go with a pair of scissors, but that's nice! JR
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7489/15878627665_744e2e5f75_z.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26008756@N08/15878627665/)
Post by: hiraethus on November 26, 2014, 10:36:50 AM
Post by: rickinFL on November 26, 2014, 02:59:41 PM
Circuit just made sense as scale on this one.
enjoy.
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 26, 2014, 05:45:51 PM
Thanks JR. :)Your welcome! JR
Post by: Toolslinger on November 26, 2014, 09:24:12 PM
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/10351807_560125980785202_8659467817555943525_n.jpg?oh=38546fa62753e1ca3b40f7a795976be1&oe=551B8D1E&__gda__=1427523522_e4698988f891a6982e5ac78d165188e2)
Circuit just made sense as scale on this one.
enjoy.
How does that feel in hand? Looks like it wouldn't be very comfortable along the edges?
Post by: rickinFL on November 26, 2014, 09:50:46 PM
Post by: willfcc on November 27, 2014, 04:29:28 AM
Will
Post by: ivan_partizan on December 01, 2014, 10:55:55 AM
Post by: zoidberg on December 01, 2014, 11:21:35 AM
Here is my mods made with composite epoxy materials
Good job mate. :tu:
Post by: magentus on December 01, 2014, 12:22:51 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 01, 2014, 01:30:05 PM
Great job! I like how you've kept the Vic Shield too. :salute:Yeah,, nice job! JR
Post by: lowtech on December 02, 2014, 09:41:01 PM
Thanks again Robert for some really nice work!
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y102/mattschwarz/tools/blackouts1_zpsaf1da237.jpg) (http://s4.photobucket.com/user/mattschwarz/media/tools/blackouts1_zpsaf1da237.jpg.html)
Syph007 BO Spartan with silvertech scales (silver liners) and BO Spartan with black Nylon scales and black liners.
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y102/mattschwarz/tools/blackouts2_zpsea2d4c11.jpg) (http://s4.photobucket.com/user/mattschwarz/media/tools/blackouts2_zpsea2d4c11.jpg.html)
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y102/mattschwarz/tools/bo_silvertech_2_zps1b247957.jpg) (http://s4.photobucket.com/user/mattschwarz/media/tools/bo_silvertech_2_zps1b247957.jpg.html)
My lacking photography skills do not do them justice, but I needed to show those beauties off!
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y102/mattschwarz/tools/blackout1_zps938b5f70.jpg) (http://s4.photobucket.com/user/mattschwarz/media/tools/blackout1_zps938b5f70.jpg.html)
Post by: victor7000 on December 02, 2014, 10:10:22 PM
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-Li4N9Q3gvVI/VH4pSz0-0hI/AAAAAAAAL0c/HGgSXc0mctU/s800/6_Green%2520G10%2520Soldier%2520mod%2520front.jpg)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-sBwBIYXByC0/VH4pR-M3rQI/AAAAAAAALz0/LH3u3KGp5ic/s800/3_Green%2520G10%2520Soldier%2520mod%2520top.jpg)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-3orjyLzHAXg/VH4pSDw_vII/AAAAAAAALz8/iCTO6MXOm4Y/s800/4_Green%2520G10%2520Soldier%2520mod%2520side.jpg)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-VzS6hf_14Do/VH4pQXDl4DI/AAAAAAAAL0s/g5c_95Qvm8E/s800/14_Green%2520G10%2520Soldier%2520mod%2520comparison.jpg)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-d37ferwgkd0/VH4pT_m7CEI/AAAAAAAAL0U/XqBCY-HinyY/s800/8_Green%2520G10%2520Soldier%2520mod%2520tang.jpg)
Post by: jerseydevil on December 02, 2014, 10:17:33 PM
Post by: captain spaulding on December 02, 2014, 11:11:05 PM
That is sweet! :drool:
+1
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 02, 2014, 11:35:33 PM
+2 Nice! :tu: JRThat is sweet! :drool:
+1
Post by: ALM on December 05, 2014, 10:05:59 PM
Very pretty vivid shade. It's hard to catch it on photos how beautiful it is.
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-BFxMbxo4k1I/VIGS0y8kSNI/AAAAAAAAQCs/QQItChGY21c/w748-h561-no/P1000726.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-5BInoiCz3a8/VIGS-5q_YDI/AAAAAAAAQDA/Tze8rOkA-Ig/w748-h561-no/P1000730.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-y4EpdY-EvEI/VIGTJEma_eI/AAAAAAAAQDc/e1RXNM7wLUE/w748-h561-no/P1000735.JPG)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-TpkoaQBTWxc/VIGTJaZKMuI/AAAAAAAAQDg/9YhnucJEl0I/w748-h561-no/P1000736.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-mLFp28wUq0U/VIGTROJJy9I/AAAAAAAAQDo/V6-7kfZPiKY/w748-h561-no/P1000738.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-nNBa7l2t_tM/VIGTSAiEdzI/AAAAAAAAQDw/Eo_C-jjQ5no/w748-h561-no/P1000741.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-R4H5bJM-r8k/VIGTUDyy05I/AAAAAAAAQD4/TMDB7XdoXgA/w748-h561-no/P1000743.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 05, 2014, 10:26:31 PM
JR
Post by: mrynnr on December 06, 2014, 12:18:30 AM
Post by: enki_ck on December 06, 2014, 02:02:49 AM
Post by: hiraethus on December 08, 2014, 04:07:06 PM
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7481/15353773834_7185e6023c_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/poL73w)
The scales are different thicknesses - the corkscrew side is twice the thickness of the shield scale and has both toothpick and tweezer slots to keep the thickness down.
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7551/15976028385_7a6c1e8b6f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qkKjDg)
It's not perfect - the carbon delaminated a bit while drilling and I've over peened it a bit so it's a little tight. I'll probably take it apart and make some brass washers to replace the shield side liner anyway, so I'll get the compression right then. As a first prototype it's ok.
Post by: mrynnr on December 08, 2014, 04:09:54 PM
Carbon fibre Climber:tu: that looks good!
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7481/15353773834_7185e6023c_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/poL73w)
The scales are different thicknesses - the corkscrew side is twice the thickness of the shield scale and has both toothpick and tweezer slots to keep the thickness down.
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7551/15976028385_7a6c1e8b6f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qkKjDg)
It's not perfect - the carbon delaminated a bit while drilling and I've over peened it a bit so it's a little tight. I'll probably take it apart and make some brass washers to replace the shield side liner anyway, so I'll get the compression right then. As a first prototype it's ok.
Post by: magentus on December 08, 2014, 04:21:34 PM
Peening looks smart too.
Post by: Syph007 on December 08, 2014, 04:24:06 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 08, 2014, 06:31:23 PM
Looks darn good to me! :tu:+1 good job! JR
Post by: enki_ck on December 08, 2014, 07:11:37 PM
Post by: victor7000 on December 08, 2014, 09:19:37 PM
Looks good. :2tu:
+1
Post by: hiraethus on December 09, 2014, 04:29:54 PM
Post by: crackout on December 15, 2014, 10:33:08 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/QMnDhvl.jpg)
Really nice!
Post by: Glofindel on December 15, 2014, 10:51:45 PM
Post by: Syph007 on December 16, 2014, 02:02:13 AM
After I saw Syph's work on the 84mm scissors, I had to try this as well. :D
(http://i.imgur.com/QMnDhvl.jpg)
Really nice!
Nice! The screw in the set I had were so loose the scissors wouldnt even cut, so I didnt have much to lose and was very happy with the upgrade. :tu:
Post by: ALM on December 16, 2014, 09:46:50 PM
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-cezireYX7f4/VIdQ1L-SOEI/AAAAAAAAQIU/gIDfhyi5CvI/w748-h561-no/P1000873.JPG)
Post by: Monrogue on December 16, 2014, 10:00:00 PM
Post by: ironraven on December 17, 2014, 01:30:12 AM
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-cezireYX7f4/VIdQ1L-SOEI/AAAAAAAAQIU/gIDfhyi5CvI/w748-h561-no/P1000873.JPG)
This could be the perfect ALOX toolset! Brass liners and red anodized scales would be even better looking, but...
Post by: TazzieRob on December 17, 2014, 06:26:29 AM
After I saw Syph's work on the 84mm scissors, I had to try this as well. :D
(http://i.imgur.com/QMnDhvl.jpg)
Really nice!
Nice! The screw in the set I had were so loose the scissors wouldnt even cut, so I didnt have much to lose and was very happy with the upgrade. :tu:
I like it. Guess this would also work with a bunch of 58mm scissors I have with screw pivots
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 17, 2014, 06:58:46 AM
My first mod with so many layers and tools.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-cezireYX7f4/VIdQ1L-SOEI/AAAAAAAAQIU/gIDfhyi5CvI/w748-h561-no/P1000873.JPG)
Black with Red Shield Alox with a very nice tool selection, good job man.
After I saw Syph's work on the 84mm scissors, I had to try this as well. :D
(http://i.imgur.com/QMnDhvl.jpg)
Really nice!
Nice! The screw in the set I had were so loose the scissors wouldnt even cut, so I didnt have much to lose and was very happy with the upgrade. :tu:
I like it. Guess this would also work with a bunch of 58mm scissors I have with screw pivots
I do not understand what is going on here. Why are you replacing the pivot?
Post by: crackout on December 17, 2014, 10:04:24 AM
I do not understand what is going on here. Why are you replacing the pivot?
84mm scissors all feature a screwed down construction. Sometimes the screw loosens itself after every cut. I even tried Loctite, but it didn't help.
Post by: tattoosteve99 on December 17, 2014, 05:54:59 PM
Did you try red or green loctite?I do not understand what is going on here. Why are you replacing the pivot?
84mm scissors all feature a screwed down construction. Sometimes the screw loosens itself after every cut. I even tried Loctite, but it didn't help.
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 17, 2014, 07:32:37 PM
I do not understand what is going on here. Why are you replacing the pivot?
84mm scissors all feature a screwed down construction. Sometimes the screw loosens itself after every cut. I even tried Loctite, but it didn't help.
Ah ok I see.
Post by: tattoosteve99 on December 17, 2014, 07:47:38 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on December 18, 2014, 01:05:11 AM
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 18, 2014, 03:20:53 AM
In the past I have tightened the pivot screw by centrepunching the back side of it. Or lightly peening.
"center punching the back side" sounds dirty.
And fun.
Post by: PTRSAK on December 18, 2014, 10:30:01 AM
In the past I have tightened the pivot screw by centrepunching the back side of it. Or lightly peening.
"center punching the back side" sounds dirty.
And fun.
No as dirty sounding as "dot punching the backside" which was the first draft...
Post by: rickinFL on December 18, 2014, 11:21:36 AM
I've had several pairs of 84mm with screws and never had a problem :think:
I've stonewashed several pairs and never had a problem after. I do like the look of the brass over the screw.
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 18, 2014, 11:45:17 AM
In the past I have tightened the pivot screw by centrepunching the back side of it. Or lightly peening.
"center punching the back side" sounds dirty.
And fun.
No as dirty sounding as "dot punching the backside" which was the first draft...
Lol. You are right.
PTR do you make custom SAKs for other people or just yourself as a hobby?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 18, 2014, 01:27:28 PM
My first mod with so many layers and tools.Wow, I thought mine was heavy enough, and yet you have another layer.. Nice job! Love the black and red then the Vic red and black zipper pull! :tu:
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-cezireYX7f4/VIdQ1L-SOEI/AAAAAAAAQIU/gIDfhyi5CvI/w748-h561-no/P1000873.JPG)
JR
Post by: PTRSAK on December 18, 2014, 03:35:24 PM
In the past I have tightened the pivot screw by centrepunching the back side of it. Or lightly peening.
"center punching the back side" sounds dirty.
And fun.
No as dirty sounding as "dot punching the backside" which was the first draft...
Lol. You are right.
PTR do you make custom SAKs for other people or just yourself as a hobby?
I've done a few jobs for people, but poor availability of good price donors combined with high postage rates generally make it economically in-viable.
Post by: TazzieRob on December 19, 2014, 05:40:35 AM
PTR do you make custom SAKs for other people or just yourself as a hobby?
I've done a few jobs for people, but poor availability of good price donors combined with high postage rates generally make it economically in-viable.
Australia Post is a bloody rip off. However, if someone sends you donor knives and/or parts and is happy to pay labour and return postage, then you are happy to do the mods?
Post by: papercut on December 19, 2014, 08:28:17 AM
Post by: PTRSAK on December 19, 2014, 02:25:11 PM
PTR do you make custom SAKs for other people or just yourself as a hobby?
I've done a few jobs for people, but poor availability of good price donors combined with high postage rates generally make it economically in-viable.
Australia Post is a bloody rip off. However, if someone sends you donor knives and/or parts and is happy to pay labour and return postage, then you are happy to do the mods?
It depends on the mod. I'll try all kinds of crazy smurf on my own gear, but want to be sure of doing a high quality job for "customers". I'm not too worried about things like semi obscured nail nicks or slightly soft snap if it's on a FrankenSAK that I have thrown together for S&Gs. But tend to worry about things not being up to scratch for other people.
Case in point (albeit on a larger scale) I made this table for some friends and even if it is in a "rustic" style I was totally stressed that it wasn't good enough.
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/IMG_1609_zpswfxvfoqh.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20141213_115223_zpsbum7b4ru.jpg)
okay, they love it and paid me more than I asked for, but I still stress along the way.
Post by: magentus on December 19, 2014, 02:49:49 PM
The table looks beautiful by the way! If there was only a way to silence that pesky internal critic......
Post by: eddie1115 on December 19, 2014, 11:53:55 PM
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?topic=56435.0
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/19/b4585b071969fd43b951a8aa968cf6b0.jpg)
Post by: rickinFL on December 21, 2014, 02:38:27 PM
a small one today
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 21, 2014, 04:41:13 PM
JR
Post by: chris.customworks on January 06, 2015, 08:11:05 AM
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050222.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050243.jpg?w=600)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050228.jpg?w=800)
(http://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050239.jpg?w=600)
Post by: hiraethus on January 06, 2015, 09:27:35 AM
Post by: mrynnr on January 06, 2015, 09:56:13 AM
Post by: Glofindel on January 06, 2015, 10:15:32 AM
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 06, 2015, 11:13:07 AM
Good job Chris.
Post by: chris.customworks on January 06, 2015, 12:47:29 PM
Post by: zoidberg on January 06, 2015, 02:57:42 PM
Post by: ivan_partizan on January 11, 2015, 04:05:35 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 11, 2015, 04:14:56 PM
JR
Post by: decustomforge on January 11, 2015, 09:54:51 PM
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/01/11/b652777e8a7872f8d162ea11621f1ba9.jpg)
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/01/11/af4c96872950a0f5867154ba1085138e.jpg)
My last work, file and sandpaper, the most difficult part is cutting out the slots for the tweezers and toothpick.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/01/11/f842bc03c3e1316370f609e56c3b03d5.jpg)
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/01/11/e883ffb0add0e899a14f37a201054af4.jpg)
Post by: PTRSAK on January 12, 2015, 12:29:55 AM
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 12, 2015, 04:11:22 AM
You've got real skill in those fingers.
If I had a dollar for everytime I heard this.
Post by: Monrogue on January 12, 2015, 04:30:25 AM
You've got real skill in those fingers.
If I had a dollar for everytime I heard this.
:rofl:
Post by: pfrsantos on January 12, 2015, 01:44:53 PM
You've got real skill in those fingers.
If I had a dollar for everytime I heard this.
Let me guess, you couldn't afford a cup o'coffee...
:whistle:
Post by: Monrogue on January 12, 2015, 02:43:01 PM
You've got real skill in those fingers.
If I had a dollar for everytime I heard this.
Let me guess, you couldn't afford a cup o'coffee...
:whistle:
:rofl: :rofl:
Post by: ivan_partizan on January 12, 2015, 05:53:44 PM
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 13, 2015, 03:24:30 AM
Epic work there with minimal hand tools. You've got real skill in those fingers.
This.
Post by: pfrsantos on January 13, 2015, 06:12:27 PM
Is this easy to do? Just pop off, pop on? I was thinking of maybe do a full swap (pen + light scales). Any chance of breaking the led on the process?...
:think: :think:
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 14, 2015, 02:59:33 AM
A little question: I'm waiting for a Vic Rally and have thought of swapping it's scales with (at least) the pen scale of the Signature Lite.
Is this easy to do? Just pop off, pop on? I was thinking of maybe do a full swap (pen + light scales). Any chance of breaking the led on the process?...
:think: :think:
Also wondering.
Post by: Haubitz on January 17, 2015, 06:58:01 PM
I figured that this could be a good first post for me. It's my first real mod. I hope you like it.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/01/17/df58b4325a972d10cf4659f69ef1236f.jpg)
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/01/17/ccc2525cd7432dd60d1eb3fb37895c2c.jpg)
Post by: Monrogue on January 17, 2015, 08:04:13 PM
Sent from my XT901 using Tapatalk
Post by: ducttapetech on January 18, 2015, 12:03:00 AM
Nate
Post by: kirk13 on January 18, 2015, 12:16:54 AM
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 18, 2015, 03:00:05 AM
Welcome to MTO Habby.
Post by: Haubitz on January 18, 2015, 08:51:26 PM
Post by: Gareth on January 18, 2015, 08:58:50 PM
Hi
I figured that this could be a good first post for me. It's my first real mod. I hope you like it.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/01/17/df58b4325a972d10cf4659f69ef1236f.jpg)
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/01/17/ccc2525cd7432dd60d1eb3fb37895c2c.jpg)
Wow, those are some very striking scales. :o Look fantastic.
Welcome to the forum. :cheers:
Post by: enki_ck on January 18, 2015, 09:00:08 PM
Hi
I figured that this could be a good first post for me. It's my first real mod. I hope you like it.
I know that name from somewhere. :think:
:D
Did Mile do that one or have you done it yourself?
And welcome to MTO. :waving:
Post by: Haubitz on January 18, 2015, 11:11:27 PM
I know that name from somewhere. :think:
:D
You might have seen me over at EDCF?
I made the mod myself :)
Post by: Haubitz on January 19, 2015, 01:04:42 PM
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7539/16316258875_6dd2310ae8_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qRP6jc)
Brass liners and Teak scales. I’ve chopped off the small blade and only used the spring rest part.
(https://flic.kr/p/qRP6jc)
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 19, 2015, 09:42:12 PM
It is in the forum by-laws that I just made up.
Post by: kirk13 on January 20, 2015, 10:39:31 AM
Great pic and sweet mods but you can't drop the words "brass scales" here on MTO without pics of them.
It is in the forum by-laws that I just made up.
:pok: Er,Harley,mate,it was brass LINERS,and teak SCALES :whistle:
Saying that Haubitz,it's a lovely looking piece,and Harleys right,we need more pics!
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 20, 2015, 11:02:18 AM
Great pic and sweet mods but you can't drop the words "brass scales" here on MTO without pics of them.
It is in the forum by-laws that I just made up.
:pok: Er,Harley,mate,it was brass LINERS,and teak SCALES :whistle:
Saying that Haubitz,it's a lovely looking piece,and Harleys right,we need more pics!
My bad, had a brain fart.
Still like Kirky said more pics please.
Post by: Haubitz on January 20, 2015, 12:18:56 PM
Great pic and sweet mods but you can't drop the words "brass scales" here on MTO without pics of them.
It is in the forum by-laws that I just made up.
:pok: Er,Harley,mate,it was brass LINERS,and teak SCALES :whistle:
Saying that Haubitz,it's a lovely looking piece,and Harleys right,we need more pics!
My bad, had a brain fart.
Still like Kirky said more pics please.
:D
I'm glad you like the knife :)
I don't have the knife with me today but I'll try to snap a few pic's in the daylight tomorrow.
Oh, and btw @HarleyXJGuy, I do have some brass at home that I've planed to try making scales out of... at some point ::)
Post by: kirk13 on January 20, 2015, 08:37:03 PM
Great pic and sweet mods but you can't drop the words "brass scales" here on MTO without pics of them.
It is in the forum by-laws that I just made up.
:pok: Er,Harley,mate,it was brass LINERS,and teak SCALES :whistle:
Saying that Haubitz,it's a lovely looking piece,and Harleys right,we need more pics!
My bad, had a brain fart.
Still like Kirky said more pics please.
Brain fart...love it! I might just have to borrow that :rofl:
Post by: Wade Eva on January 20, 2015, 11:49:11 PM
Stared off with some 58mm mods. Regular Alox classic to Alox MegaChamp with brass liners. Couple redundant tools. I plan on serrating one of the blades. First time peening.
(http://i1007.photobucket.com/albums/af199/wadeeva/6f860746-32ef-4660-a78b-b2e44ea04285.jpg) (http://s1007.photobucket.com/user/wadeeva/media/6f860746-32ef-4660-a78b-b2e44ea04285.jpg.html)
(http://i1007.photobucket.com/albums/af199/wadeeva/IMG_5447.jpg) (http://s1007.photobucket.com/user/wadeeva/media/IMG_5447.jpg.html)
(http://i1007.photobucket.com/albums/af199/wadeeva/IMG_5448.jpg) (http://s1007.photobucket.com/user/wadeeva/media/IMG_5448.jpg.html)
Then a regular minichamp that I lined with brass and added a sewing kit. Sewing kit takes the place of the toothpick. I've used some fairly rigid fishing line that I wrap around a length of cardboard and remove to get correct length and a nice tight wind. Ends can be folded flat unlike Monofilament. Cut the toothpick as shown and melt a hole into it as shown. Slip line then needles in toothpick slot. Put the end of the line thru the hole in the toothpick so you can remove. Not easy to remove and replace for show and tell as the line can get messed up, but in a pinch, I have a sewing kit or suture. Plan on making another on for my Camper.
(http://i1007.photobucket.com/albums/af199/wadeeva/IMG_5439.jpg) (http://s1007.photobucket.com/user/wadeeva/media/IMG_5439.jpg.html)
(http://i1007.photobucket.com/albums/af199/wadeeva/IMG_5441.jpg) (http://s1007.photobucket.com/user/wadeeva/media/IMG_5441.jpg.html)
(http://i1007.photobucket.com/albums/af199/wadeeva/IMG_5444.jpg) (http://s1007.photobucket.com/user/wadeeva/media/IMG_5444.jpg.html)
(http://i1007.photobucket.com/albums/af199/wadeeva/IMG_5442.jpg) (http://s1007.photobucket.com/user/wadeeva/media/IMG_5442.jpg.html)
Next mod will be to a 91mm. Have my pivots and screws, just need to cut some brass liners and work on some aluminum scales.
Thanks again for all the wonderful ideas.
Post by: Monrogue on January 21, 2015, 03:40:41 AM
Post by: Haubitz on January 21, 2015, 12:36:59 PM
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7518/16330182031_a9df4b9502_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qT3sbB)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7545/15709524754_6aea4553cf_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qT3sbB)
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8605/16144581500_9108b4e920_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pWcqp5) (https://flic.kr/p/qADcBs)
Post by: WWW on January 21, 2015, 12:42:56 PM
Post by: Syph007 on January 25, 2015, 04:24:41 PM
:D
Decided to join the forum after doing a search for modified SAKs.
This thread has so many great modifications and there's clearly many talented people on this forum!!
Picked up my first Alox a few weeks ago and have found the Cadet and Farmer to be very useful.
After seeing some of the mods over at EDCF, I decided to try a few of my own mods.
I started with a standard 58mm classic and added the blade from a Spyderco Honey Bee, a clip from a Zebralight SC52, and a green tritium locator under the clip. Also made the brass scales and liner.
Looking forward to working on an 84 and 93mm that I stripped down and started brass scales and liners for next.
Anyway, heres a fews pics. Still have a lot of work to do to complete it, but it works.
Looking forward to seeing more mods from you talented and creative people!
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/photobucket-11234-1390545614665.jpg)
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/photobucket-3797-1390545574416.jpg)
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/b24cb94e-9751-4be1-a267-67611c301f47.jpg)
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/photobucket-11299-1390545480891.jpg)
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/photobucket-10236-1390545388304.jpg)
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Post by: pfrsantos on January 28, 2015, 04:47:40 PM
I gave this post a bump as I forgot how cool of a mod that was to add the honeybee blade! I really would like to try this one!
:DDecided to join the forum after doing a search for modified SAKs.
This thread has so many great modifications and there's clearly many talented people on this forum!!
Picked up my first Alox a few weeks ago and have found the Cadet and Farmer to be very useful.
After seeing some of the mods over at EDCF, I decided to try a few of my own mods.
I started with a standard 58mm classic and added the blade from a Spyderco Honey Bee, a clip from a Zebralight SC52, and a green tritium locator under the clip. Also made the brass scales and liner.
Looking forward to working on an 84 and 93mm that I stripped down and started brass scales and liners for next.
Anyway, heres a fews pics. Still have a lot of work to do to complete it, but it works.
Looking forward to seeing more mods from you talented and creative people!
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u184/dafab/photobucket-11234-1390545614665.jpg)
Depending on being right handed/left handed, the clip position may not be the best. Also, a little cut on the scales could help on using the hole for opening the blade.
Having said that, this is one of the kewl-est modds I've seen. Not just mixing up SAK parts but also using other brands.
:salute: :tu:
Post by: Huntsman on January 28, 2015, 10:11:21 PM
And I guess the Spyderco blades are mega hard - right?
Just curious - Why are three corners rounded and one flattened ???
Post by: Caranthanus on January 29, 2015, 12:50:58 AM
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:D
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>:D
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:angel:
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:ahhh
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:police:
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:dd:
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:woohoo:
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:gimme:
Post by: kirk13 on January 29, 2015, 12:57:22 AM
Post by: Caranthanus on January 29, 2015, 01:08:10 AM
Post by: Huntsman on January 29, 2015, 03:30:04 AM
- I liked seeing the layer build up
Especially the security 'switch' workings - Although shame we did not see a blade open shot exposed!
Next time ??
Thanks for posting
Post by: PTRSAK on January 29, 2015, 03:33:15 AM
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 29, 2015, 03:35:42 AM
Nice to see some Delemont modding raising its head. there isn't enough of it. :tu:
Fixed :pok:
Post by: chris.customworks on January 29, 2015, 01:04:42 PM
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/comp_s1050020.jpg?w=800)
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Post by: SAK Guy on January 29, 2015, 04:02:19 PM
Post by: enki_ck on January 29, 2015, 05:03:00 PM
Nice to see some Delemont modding raising its head. there isn't enough of it. :tu:
Fixed :pok:
No it isn't. :P
PTRSAK was of course right. :pok:
Journeyman + Serrated Adirondack = :think: Journeydack :shrug:Very cool mod, sosed. :hatsoff: And I like the all flush backspings thing. Kind of sorry Vic dismissed that Wenger thing once they started doing the Delemonts. :-\
(http://s16.postimg.org/kvil70jat/image.jpg)
:woohoo:
Post by: SAK Guy on January 29, 2015, 05:18:39 PM
Journeyman + Serrated Adirondack = :think: Journeydack :shrug:
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:D
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>:D
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:angel:
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:ahhh
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:dd:
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:woohoo:
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:gimme:
Very nice!!! :2tu:
Post by: pfrsantos on January 29, 2015, 05:35:25 PM
Journeyman + Serrated Adirondack = :think: Journeydack :shrug:
Very nice!!! :2tu:
Don't say that!!!! You remind me of Borat in zombie green swimsuit!!!!
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Post by: Caranthanus on January 30, 2015, 01:15:25 AM
Nice one C:cheers:
- I liked seeing the layer build up
Especially the security 'switch' workings - Although shame we did not see a blade open shot exposed!
Next time ??
Thanks for posting
You're absolutely right … at that time :think: I never thought about :ahhh
Next time for sure ;)
Nice to see some Wenger modding raising its head. there isn't enough of it. :tu:I couldn't agree with you more ... :salute:
We have to keep Wenger's head above water >:D
:D Journeyman and Serrated Adirondack were in fact produced at Delemont, but they're also in fact Wenger's :twak: :DNice to see some Delemont modding raising its head. there isn't enough of it. :tu:
Fixed :pok:
Very cool mod, sosed. :hatsoff: And I like the all flush backspings thing. Kind of sorry Vic dismissed that Wenger thing once they started doing the Delemonts. :-\:cheers: sosed :drink: I like those backsprings too, they make absolutely awesome visual and also tactile feedback effect. :gimme:
I haven't even noticed (yet :ahhh ) that Vic dismissed this kind of beauty on Delemonts ::) ... would say epic fail :rant:
Very nice!!! :2tu:Thanks bro :cheers: :cheers: Now "My Journeyman is perfect
... got that original Journeyman beauty with all 3 flush backsprings too, as I've pulled apart one with "half springs", of course :facepalm:
:rofl:Journeyman + Serrated Adirondack = :think: Journeydack :shrug:
Very nice!!! :2tu:
Don't say that!!!! You remind me of Borat in zombie green swimsuit!!!!
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Post by: Huntsman on January 30, 2015, 01:44:17 AM
Very cool mod, sosed. And I like the all flush backspings thing. Kind of sorry Vic dismissed that Wenger thing once they started doing the Delemonts.
Is that right Enki? I don't have any Vic Delemonts to check.
I love those flush back springs too - And hate the Vic versions - Although I think they only - do this on layers that have a backspring tool - Correct?
Eg saw, file, plier layers have flush springs ?? - I guess there is a technical/design reason for this.
However I was hoping Vic would go the Wenger way on this particular feature when they merged the product line - even for the existing Vic pocket knives >:( :(
Post by: PTRSAK on January 30, 2015, 01:58:29 AM
Nice to see some Delemont modding raising its head. there isn't enough of it. :tu:
Fixed :pok:
No it isn't. :P
PTRSAK was of course right. :pok:
Yep, definitely a Wenger... Wenger cross, non reamer awl, claw opener, wrap around scales, and there's probably more.
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 30, 2015, 02:02:18 AM
Nice to see some Delemont modding raising its head. there isn't enough of it. :tu:
Fixed :pok:
No it isn't. :P
PTRSAK was of course right. :pok:
Yep, definitely a Wenger... Wenger cross, non reamer awl, claw opener, wrap around scales, and there's probably more.
Wenger and Delemont are the same thing silly. :pok:
Post by: PTRSAK on January 30, 2015, 03:01:55 AM
Nice to see some Delemont modding raising its head. there isn't enough of it. :tu:
Fixed :pok:
No it isn't. :P
PTRSAK was of course right. :pok:
Yep, definitely a Wenger... Wenger cross, non reamer awl, claw opener, wrap around scales, and there's probably more.
Wenger and Delemont are the same thing silly. :pok:
ohhhhh no they're not.
Delemont knives have several Victorinox features replacing the items above with the Vic awl, can opener, T&T, outer liners are full size with flush scales rather than smaller with wrap around scales and Delemont knives have the Vic shield emblem on the scales.
(http://th09.deviantart.net/fs71/PRE/i/2010/138/6/2/Zan_pbbbbt_by_IckyDog.jpg)
:rofl:
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 30, 2015, 03:07:58 AM
Nice to see some Delemont modding raising its head. there isn't enough of it. :tu:
Fixed :pok:
No it isn't. :P
PTRSAK was of course right. :pok:
Yep, definitely a Wenger... Wenger cross, non reamer awl, claw opener, wrap around scales, and there's probably more.
Wenger and Delemont are the same thing silly. :pok:
ohhhhh no they're not.
Delemont knives have several Victorinox features replacing the items above with the Vic awl, can opener, T&T, outer liners are full size with flush scales rather than smaller with wrap around scales and Delemont knives have the Vic shield emblem on the scales.
Just looked it up on the official Victorinox website and they say they are the same thing but better!
You can not argue with the people who make the SAKs, sorry.
Post by: PTRSAK on January 30, 2015, 04:16:45 AM
Make up your mind, it's one OR the other, can't be both.
and "better" is a matter of opinion.
Delemonts are like if GM bought Ford and started putting Chev suspension parts and a bowtie badge on a Ford and called it a new name, but told you it's "the same but better". Of course they would say that... but it's quite different to the Ford you started off with.
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 30, 2015, 04:19:01 AM
"Same but better" makes as much sense as "New and Improved"
Make up your mind, it's one OR the other, can't be both.
and "better" is a matter of opinion.
Delemonts are like if GM bought Ford and started putting Chev suspension parts and a bowtie badge on a Ford and called it a new name, but told you it's "the same but better". Of course they would say that... but it's quite different to the Ford you started off with.
Somebody needs a hug.
Post by: PTRSAK on January 30, 2015, 04:55:30 AM
:rofl: :rofl:
nah, I've just got a soft spot for Wengers. My first SAK.
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 30, 2015, 06:31:06 AM
:gimme: ohh I do like a man in uniform
:rofl: :rofl:
nah, I've just got a soft spot for Wengers. My first SAK.
Just don't linger like the last time.
I bet you are pretty excited about them sweet Delemonts then huh?
Post by: Huntsman on January 30, 2015, 07:09:35 AM
I bet you are pretty excited about them sweet Delemonts then huh?
Gotta chip in here :)
No - They are half-breeds - Neither one, nor the other - And very expensive
Why would I buys a Wenger with a Vic badge when I can still get a proper Wenger - quite a lot of stock still out there!
Would have been better if, rather than just rebranding the Wengers with minor changes, Vic had properly merged and integrated the product lines - However this will happen over time I think!!
PS I hope Tosh is not reading this thread - All hell will break loose!!
Can I have a hug too Harley please?
I am sad about the demise of Wengers - Although if I were Vic I would have done exactly the same thing
Post by: kirk13 on January 30, 2015, 05:21:05 PM
PS I hope Tosh is not reading this thread - All hell will break loose!!
:rofl: I was just thinking that :D
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on February 01, 2015, 08:36:05 AM
Can I have a hug too Harley please?
Remember who you are talking to.
I am not Higgs or Monrogue I expect dinner and a movie before I will put out.
Post by: Monrogue on February 01, 2015, 03:30:05 PM
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Post by: chris.customworks on February 04, 2015, 10:43:16 AM
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/comp_s1050176.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/comp_s1050195.jpg?w=800)
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Post by: TazzieRob on February 05, 2015, 06:20:07 AM
Can I have a hug too Harley please?
Remember who you are talking to.
I am not Higgs or Monrogue I expect dinner and a movie before I will put out.
Make up your mind, mate! One point you're saying you play hard to get :think: and in another thread you're telling everyone to form a line behind you! :pok:
Seriously though. Wengers were made in Delemont, which is why Victorinox called the line Delemont after they bought out Wenger and put their own take on what Wenger had done. Nice to see Vic kept the nail file and scissors, even though I like the Vic scissors better. Just wish Vic would make them again in the 85mm :(
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on February 05, 2015, 08:55:09 AM
Make up your mind, mate! One point you're saying you play hard to get :think: and in another thread you're telling everyone to form a line behind you! :pok:
You know how it is. Got to keep em guessing.
Post by: ducttapetech on February 05, 2015, 02:49:06 PM
Just play him some banjo music. He loves banjo music.
Can I have a hug too Harley please?
Remember who you are talking to.
I am not Higgs or Monrogue I expect dinner and a movie before I will put out.
Make up your mind, mate! One point you're saying you play hard to get :think: and in another thread you're telling everyone to form a line behind you!ok:
Seriously though. Wengers were made in Delemont, which is why Victorinox called the line Delemont after they bought out Wenger and put their own take on what Wenger had done. Nice to see Vic kept the nail file and scissors, even though I like the Vic scissors better. Just wish Vic would make them again in the 85mm :(
Nate
Post by: kirk13 on February 05, 2015, 06:22:23 PM
Just play him some banjo music. He loves banjo music.
Can I have a hug too Harley please?
Remember who you are talking to.
I am not Higgs or Monrogue I expect dinner and a movie before I will put out.
Make up your mind, mate! One point you're saying you play hard to get :think: and in another thread you're telling everyone to form a line behind you!
Seriously though. Wengers were made in Delemont, which is why Victorinox called the line Delemont after they bought out Wenger and put their own take on what Wenger had done. Nice to see Vic kept the nail file and scissors, even though I like the Vic scissors better. Just wish Vic would make them again in the 85mm :(
Nate
Why is Deliverance suddenly springing to mind?
Post by: Monrogue on February 05, 2015, 07:27:58 PM
Just play him some banjo music. He loves banjo music.
Can I have a hug too Harley please?
Remember who you are talking to.
I am not Higgs or Monrogue I expect dinner and a movie before I will put out.
Make up your mind, mate! One point you're saying you play hard to get :think: and in another thread you're telling everyone to form a line behind you!
Seriously though. Wengers were made in Delemont, which is why Victorinox called the line Delemont after they bought out Wenger and put their own take on what Wenger had done. Nice to see Vic kept the nail file and scissors, even though I like the Vic scissors better. Just wish Vic would make them again in the 85mm :(
Nate
Why is Deliverance suddenly springing to mind?
It could be one of Harley's favorite flicks :think:
Post by: pfrsantos on February 05, 2015, 07:45:17 PM
Just play him some banjo music. He loves banjo music.
Can I have a hug too Harley please?
Remember who you are talking to.
I am not Higgs or Monrogue I expect dinner and a movie before I will put out.
Make up your mind, mate! One point you're saying you play hard to get :think: and in another thread you're telling everyone to form a line behind you!
Seriously though. Wengers were made in Delemont, which is why Victorinox called the line Delemont after they bought out Wenger and put their own take on what Wenger had done. Nice to see Vic kept the nail file and scissors, even though I like the Vic scissors better. Just wish Vic would make them again in the 85mm :(
Nate
Why is Deliverance suddenly springing to mind?
It could be one of Harley's favorite flicks :think:
Autobiographies have that effect on people, you know...
:whistle:
Post by: Monrogue on February 05, 2015, 08:33:47 PM
Just play him some banjo music. He loves banjo music.
Can I have a hug too Harley please?
Remember who you are talking to.
I am not Higgs or Monrogue I expect dinner and a movie before I will put out.
Make up your mind, mate! One point you're saying you play hard to get :think: and in another thread you're telling everyone to form a line behind you!
Seriously though. Wengers were made in Delemont, which is why Victorinox called the line Delemont after they bought out Wenger and put their own take on what Wenger had done. Nice to see Vic kept the nail file and scissors, even though I like the Vic scissors better. Just wish Vic would make them again in the 85mm :(
Nate
Why is Deliverance suddenly springing to mind?
It could be one of Harley's favorite flicks :think:
Autobiographies have that effect on people, you know...
:whistle:
:rofl:
Post by: kirk13 on February 05, 2015, 11:34:45 PM
Victorinox Enhanced Orange Alox Electrician Plus
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/comp_s1050176.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/comp_s1050195.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/comp_s1050200.jpg?w=600)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/comp_s1050207.jpg?w=600)
Ignore the Harley baiting Chris,that is very :drool:worthy
Post by: chris.customworks on February 06, 2015, 10:32:34 AM
Post by: crackout on February 07, 2015, 04:08:17 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/Hy4nurx.jpg)
Goodies: Danish Cadet scales, peened and resharpened 84mm scissors, heat coloured screws.
Post by: Monrogue on February 07, 2015, 04:12:28 PM
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Post by: JBW1 on February 07, 2015, 07:14:03 PM
@ kirk13: Thank you very much! :tu:ive never owned a vic, but my first is going to be an elec. i love the sheeps foot with stripper blade. but wow! scissors and saw! liking the black screws as well man :tu:
Post by: decustomforge on February 11, 2015, 06:00:57 PM
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Post by: derekmac on February 11, 2015, 06:09:02 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on February 11, 2015, 06:36:11 PM
Victorinox Deluxe Climber Micarta "Green apple"
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/11/2c37be1da30ada9e5e44ee3e02e03bc7.jpg)
Very kewl looking!
Is that shrinking tube in the lanyard/fob?
Post by: decustomforge on February 11, 2015, 06:50:43 PM
This shrink tube is seated on the pieces of paracord 15-20 cm and building a Hairdryer, a diameter of 6 mm heatshrink.Victorinox Deluxe Climber Micarta "Green apple"
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/11/2c37be1da30ada9e5e44ee3e02e03bc7.jpg)
Very kewl looking!
Is that shrinking tube in the lanyard/fob?
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/11/e9f78817837775c23612590335137d6f.jpg)
Post by: ALM on February 16, 2015, 09:41:08 PM
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Post by: Rockslide on February 16, 2015, 11:25:23 PM
DARTH SOLDIER + TOSHIBA ENSHU ;)
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Very nice.
Post by: enki_ck on February 17, 2015, 12:19:49 AM
How will the weight of the knife affect the computer's USB port in the long run though? :think:
Post by: pfrsantos on February 17, 2015, 12:03:07 PM
Interesting one, ALM. :tu:
How will the weight of the knife affect the computer's USB port in the long run though? :think:
Easy, get and USB extension.
:D :tu:
Post by: chris.customworks on February 25, 2015, 08:14:55 AM
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/comp_s1050065.jpg?w=600)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/comp_s1050068.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/comp_s1050075.jpg?w=800)
Post by: decustomforge on February 25, 2015, 10:14:06 AM
Victorinox Enhanced black Alox Pioneer RancherFor shear the spring is used with the solo ? And you have no photos of the inside look like scissors folded with spring?
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/comp_s1050065.jpg?w=600)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/comp_s1050068.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/comp_s1050075.jpg?w=800)
Post by: chris.customworks on February 25, 2015, 03:14:15 PM
Best regards,
Chris
Post by: Aloha on February 25, 2015, 05:14:03 PM
I was so dang engrossed with what I was doing that I didn't stop to take any production pics :facepalm:. Over all it was pretty "easy" but those damn bushings are a PITA to not mash when peening.
The snap is terrific but I used an older Victoria blade and it's sitting to close to the metal file. I used some really ragged liners which were all I had but for my first attempt I'm pretty stoked.
I used some beat up scales simply for fitment. This will be torn down and remade to something else Alox possibly and I will not be using brass pins. I will be using the torx set up like Syph uses.
Post by: SteveC on February 25, 2015, 05:16:49 PM
Post by: Monrogue on February 25, 2015, 06:46:34 PM
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Post by: Aloha on February 25, 2015, 06:54:29 PM
Nice job Aloha. Can't wait to see what else you do :)
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Thanks buddy. It was certainly fun to do and while its hard to see I polished all the back springs top and bottom. I really have no clue what I'd actually make tho ???. Every time I set out to make my "perfect SAK" I end up with a Swisschamp :rofl:.
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on February 25, 2015, 07:23:11 PM
Nice job Aloha. Can't wait to see what else you do :)
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Agreeing with K-Tizzle again. :facepalm:
Excellent first go at modding Aloha.
Post by: Monrogue on February 25, 2015, 08:27:52 PM
Well then maybe the SC is your "perfect" SAK....or close to it at least.Nice job Aloha. Can't wait to see what else you do :)
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Thanks buddy. It was certainly fun to do and while its hard to see I polished all the back springs top and bottom. I really have no clue what I'd actually make tho ???. Every time I set out to make my "perfect SAK" I end up with a Swisschamp :rofl:.
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Post by: Monrogue on February 25, 2015, 08:28:30 PM
Whoa, what's the world coming to :0Nice job Aloha. Can't wait to see what else you do :)
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Agreeing with K-Tizzle again. :facepalm:
Excellent first go at modding Aloha.
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Post by: microbe on February 25, 2015, 08:36:55 PM
Interesting one, ALM. :tu:
How will the weight of the knife affect the computer's USB port in the long run though? :think:
The knife will likely outlast any computer port you throw at it :salute:
Awesome knife by the way. Love it.
Post by: Aloha on February 25, 2015, 08:44:49 PM
Well then maybe the SC is your "perfect" SAK....or close to it at least.Nice job Aloha. Can't wait to see what else you do :)
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Thanks buddy. It was certainly fun to do and while its hard to see I polished all the back springs top and bottom. I really have no clue what I'd actually make tho ???. Every time I set out to make my "perfect SAK" I end up with a Swisschamp :rofl:.
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I really think it is my perfect SAK with a few exceptions.
Post by: Monrogue on February 25, 2015, 10:08:21 PM
What would you change?Well then maybe the SC is your "perfect" SAK....or close to it at least.Nice job Aloha. Can't wait to see what else you do :)
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Thanks buddy. It was certainly fun to do and while its hard to see I polished all the back springs top and bottom. I really have no clue what I'd actually make tho ???. Every time I set out to make my "perfect SAK" I end up with a Swisschamp :rofl:.
Sent from my XT901 using Tapatalk
I really think it is my perfect SAK with a few exceptions.
Sent from my XT901 using Tapatalk
Post by: hiraethus on February 25, 2015, 11:02:30 PM
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8608/16646281251_ce8f2a8fab_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rmYxta)
Post by: Aloha on February 26, 2015, 02:13:03 AM
What would you change?Well then maybe the SC is your "perfect" SAK....or close to it at least.Nice job Aloha. Can't wait to see what else you do :)
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Thanks buddy. It was certainly fun to do and while its hard to see I polished all the back springs top and bottom. I really have no clue what I'd actually make tho ???. Every time I set out to make my "perfect SAK" I end up with a Swisschamp :rofl:.
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I really think it is my perfect SAK with a few exceptions.
Sent from my XT901 using Tapatalk
I could loose the scaler and small blade ( I'd like the electrician ).
I'd also like my Victoria Stamped blade, PAT stamped can opener, and bottle opener with inside sharp edge.
The one I carry is minus the hook which is also fine by me.
I've wondered tho would it be possible to add SC tools to a OC Farmer :think:
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on February 26, 2015, 11:17:11 AM
Alox Ranger:
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8608/16646281251_ce8f2a8fab_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rmYxta)
Nice modded Alox Harry.
Post by: ivan_partizan on March 01, 2015, 07:39:58 PM
Post by: kirk13 on March 01, 2015, 09:04:17 PM
My new EDC)
Very nice! Trail Guide with a phillips!
Post by: ALM on March 02, 2015, 11:57:53 AM
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-Dt4FhE9DVDY/VOxb2-dsHhI/AAAAAAAAQ1s/Fb6UhjuqCQI/w748-h561-no/P1020014.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-38xBzKXUtkw/VOxc8X5FmfI/AAAAAAAAQ2E/5UUiO-KYUd4/w748-h561-no/P1020020.JPG)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/--RIFKcPnXvM/VOYcjYoZZGI/AAAAAAAAQx4/mxIdRfVHjco/w748-h561-no/P1010940.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Jf3HhlyNI8g/VOYbC1-BQ4I/AAAAAAAAQxo/yBLWo8IACkE/w748-h561-no/P1010935.JPG)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-V1z0zLURHQw/VOYbCxL35gI/AAAAAAAAQxk/Xz2xyzaeEhs/w748-h561-no/P1010936.JPG)
Post by: ivan_partizan on March 02, 2015, 12:11:43 PM
And with reamer/awlMy new EDC)
Very nice! Trail Guide with a phillips!
Post by: ivan_partizan on March 02, 2015, 12:14:01 PM
Here are few of my latest mods.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Jf3HhlyNI8g/VOYbC1-BQ4I/AAAAAAAAQxo/yBLWo8IACkE/w748-h561-no/P1010935.JPG)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-V1z0zLURHQw/VOYbCxL35gI/AAAAAAAAQxk/Xz2xyzaeEhs/w748-h561-no/P1010936.JPG)
All are awesome! But this are the coolest one!
Post by: Monrogue on March 02, 2015, 03:33:48 PM
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Post by: pettydroid on March 02, 2015, 07:38:58 PM
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/--RIFKcPnXvM/VOYcjYoZZGI/AAAAAAAAQx4/mxIdRfVHjco/w748-h561-no/P1010940.JPG)
This one with combo tool instead of opener and added pliers would be my desired one. Marvelous work, AML.
Post by: Haubitz on March 11, 2015, 03:05:18 PM
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7641/16772972592_7d0a090873_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ryaSoC)
Restored Vic. Champion Plus (https://flic.kr/p/ryaSoC)
Post by: HankSolon on March 11, 2015, 03:25:57 PM
Alox Ranger:
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8608/16646281251_ce8f2a8fab_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rmYxta)
Never thought about skipping that liner between file and saw. But it's interesting to see you've chosen the same tool order like me. A Saw in the middle would have been better, imho. But in that case there would have been too much compromises with the other tools.
Post by: kosmo on March 11, 2015, 03:29:56 PM
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-38xBzKXUtkw/VOxc8X5FmfI/AAAAAAAAQ2E/5UUiO-KYUd4/w748-h561-no/P1020020.JPG)
What modifications were necessary to add the scissors, file, fish scaler? I'm thinking of doing a mod on my old Champion and may have these blades left over for a future Alox mod like this.
Post by: hiraethus on March 11, 2015, 04:18:12 PM
Never thought about skipping that liner between file and saw. But it's interesting to see you've chosen the same tool order like me. A Saw in the middle would have been better, imho. But in that case there would have been too much compromises with the other tools.
I didn't have enough spare liners to put one in. :D
You could pivot the saw and file from the other end of the knife - that would put the saw blade in the centre and you'd have no interference issues with the other tools; but the saw tip has to sit between the high end of the liners and sometimes won't close all the way. Besides, I like the file better than the saw so having that in the middle works for me.
Post by: hiraethus on March 11, 2015, 04:21:48 PM
What modifications were necessary to add the scissors, file, fish scaler? I'm thinking of doing a mod on my old Champion and may have these blades left over for a future Alox mod like this.
File and fish scaler - no mods other than drilling out the hole. Use a standard Farmer saw spring.
Scissors are a bit more tricky - as a minimum you need a Pioneer Solo blade spring and some reshaping of the pad at the end to get it to close cleanly. Or make your own springs like Syph does.
Post by: ivan_partizan on March 20, 2015, 10:10:33 AM
Post by: Glofindel on March 20, 2015, 11:23:19 AM
My new customNice.
Post by: ducttapetech on March 20, 2015, 11:26:01 AM
Post by: ivan_partizan on March 29, 2015, 06:50:37 PM
Post by: ducttapetech on March 30, 2015, 02:12:07 PM
Nate
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 30, 2015, 02:57:57 PM
JR
Post by: ALM on April 01, 2015, 02:25:02 PM
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-G_P7fp-ECiQ/VQ8v9QZdeZI/AAAAAAAARAM/CgnI5m1oTqE/w737-h553-no/P1020513.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-2Wgki_FbqdI/VQ8v9Qmj9yI/AAAAAAAARAQ/W8UY3H5xyUI/w737-h553-no/P1020514.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-feVS2t5JwpE/VQ8v91-TgBI/AAAAAAAARAU/RMQ0i3IFHqY/w737-h553-no/P1020543.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-YoOd26XKcf8/VQhkzGI9iMI/AAAAAAAAQ-k/Y48CR1QoLkU/w737-h553-no/P1020390.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-X86f3WMPY0g/VRvclItXVyI/AAAAAAAARFI/3dULW5W942Q/w737-h553-no/P1020680.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Zd0KE0o8LrQ/VQhkgyx3vvI/AAAAAAAAQ-A/Y_86efYjX4U/w737-h553-no/P1020376.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-GYqzHFxIoSI/VQHOQQWdIUI/AAAAAAAAQ78/HvU7olaCFFo/w737-h553-no/P1020340.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ZwkY7VPvtzQ/VQHONcTkmFI/AAAAAAAAQ7w/eA3r1HU5rP8/w737-h553-no/P1020311.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-5XZWo7AkjpQ/VQHOirjktUI/AAAAAAAAQ8Q/Pj0SkGpKrhw/w737-h553-no/P1020226.JPG)
Post by: chris.customworks on April 07, 2015, 09:21:51 AM
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050275.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050283.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050287.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050307.jpg?w=800)
Post by: zoidberg on April 07, 2015, 09:46:31 AM
Victorinox Black Alox Pioneer Plus(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28GLa9T2CtI#ws)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050275.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050283.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050287.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050307.jpg?w=800)
Post by: pfrsantos on April 07, 2015, 12:06:28 PM
Few of my latest mods
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-G_P7fp-ECiQ/VQ8v9QZdeZI/AAAAAAAARAM/CgnI5m1oTqE/w737-h553-no/P1020513.JPG)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CF7OnW4XDck
:tu: :tu:
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on April 10, 2015, 03:34:30 AM
Anyhow it is a Cybertool / Swisschamp hybrid. Think Cybertool with the mag glass and phillips layer added. Got it for Sir Mike in a lot.
(http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i86/HarleyXJGuy/Mobile%20Uploads/rps20150409_202641_378.jpg~original)
Post by: chris.customworks on April 16, 2015, 07:15:27 AM
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/comp_s1050043.jpg?w=600)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/comp_s1050059.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050287.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/comp_s1050064.jpg?w=600)
Post by: zoidberg on April 16, 2015, 07:42:07 AM
Victorinox Purple Candy ClimberI like both of those. :tu: :tu: :tu:
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/comp_s1050043.jpg?w=600)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/comp_s1050059.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050287.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/comp_s1050064.jpg?w=600)
Post by: ALM on April 22, 2015, 11:56:18 AM
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-HMKlV5hNgSU/VTdtgWYNwkI/AAAAAAAARK0/esBfjKRgqTE/w737-h553-no/P1030015.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-_01XNxA1ZEU/VTdtgcFj-gI/AAAAAAAARKs/xTQWPCheRrc/w737-h553-no/P1030041.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-OxvSu6YiREY/VTdtgXq345I/AAAAAAAARK4/rJgs0Zy_7pA/w737-h553-no/P1030066.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Gfnls7X1wPk/VTdtktEd4PI/AAAAAAAARLE/JHwvIoheFow/w737-h553-no/P1030086.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-il0DFuCzJ7E/VTdtlB6CNkI/AAAAAAAARLI/MnbMHgU2ASs/w737-h553-no/P1030121.JPG)
Post by: kosmo on April 23, 2015, 01:02:48 AM
This one will probably be an alternate daily beater.
(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/47/99/e8/4799e8e02a6784b3a2e45079ac728723.jpg)
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on April 23, 2015, 05:03:33 AM
My Champion went on a diet. In addition to the homemade Yeoman and other custom Compact models I have planned, I made a simple one layer; large blade, small blade with corkscrew. Still need to set the scales with a vice.
This one will probably be an alternate daily beater.
(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/47/99/e8/4799e8e02a6784b3a2e45079ac728723.jpg)
But the Champ is such a good SAK.
This makes me a sad panda.
Post by: kosmo on April 23, 2015, 05:16:54 AM
My Champion went on a diet. In addition to the homemade Yeoman and other custom Compact models I have planned, I made a simple one layer; large blade, small blade with corkscrew. Still need to set the scales with a vice.
This one will probably be an alternate daily beater.
(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/47/99/e8/4799e8e02a6784b3a2e45079ac728723.jpg)
But the Champ is such a good SAK.
This makes me a sad panda.
Well, it was a well used knife and I plan on making 4 or 5 different knives from it. It's still around in spirit.
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,58967.0.html
Post by: kosmo on April 23, 2015, 08:41:01 PM
(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/93/e2/4d/93e24d53364100b2e96b8b989c228c19.jpg)
Post by: decustomforge on April 27, 2015, 09:13:21 PM
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/6e72c748082105ce00e599760425e28f.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/5d0b131b1c49ecab1269017125b722f0.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/0fbacddd4c4aedcda8fda2aa1ff13cca.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/1c785bcffe987fc80400cf3cad2af356.jpg)
My explorer Grenadilla blackwood
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/ba429ee7375bd39b209bce31ead6f22b.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/8eeaa152498495bb6112f783e1811b96.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/b704976337fb452ed6a31d35f6465437.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/4be09b9c5d4fa7be9277f5caae26f07e.jpg)
My friend knife Super tinker Grenadilla blackwood. Logo incrustation.
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/a1256a55d65ea9aa520b0c1d5eb2b52e.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/91971ba579eeaeb272a31a20d0eb9cef.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/c743e77cb0c563bf8a24e96d7d90d111.jpg)
Post by: SAK Guy on April 27, 2015, 09:39:00 PM
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on April 27, 2015, 10:18:02 PM
Post by: tcodding on April 28, 2015, 04:05:28 AM
My Victorinox Outrider Bubinga wood. All Hand made.Just wondering, what do you have on your lanyard?
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/6e72c748082105ce00e599760425e28f.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/5d0b131b1c49ecab1269017125b722f0.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/0fbacddd4c4aedcda8fda2aa1ff13cca.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/1c785bcffe987fc80400cf3cad2af356.jpg)
My explorer Grenadilla blackwood
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/ba429ee7375bd39b209bce31ead6f22b.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/8eeaa152498495bb6112f783e1811b96.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/b704976337fb452ed6a31d35f6465437.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/4be09b9c5d4fa7be9277f5caae26f07e.jpg)
My friend knife Super tinker Grenadilla blackwood. Logo incrustation.
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/a1256a55d65ea9aa520b0c1d5eb2b52e.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/91971ba579eeaeb272a31a20d0eb9cef.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/c743e77cb0c563bf8a24e96d7d90d111.jpg)
Post by: zoidberg on April 28, 2015, 06:28:51 AM
I'm guessing it is heat shrink tubing. :think:My Victorinox Outrider Bubinga wood. All Hand made.Just wondering, what do you have on your lanyard?
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/6e72c748082105ce00e599760425e28f.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/5d0b131b1c49ecab1269017125b722f0.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/0fbacddd4c4aedcda8fda2aa1ff13cca.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/1c785bcffe987fc80400cf3cad2af356.jpg)
My explorer Grenadilla blackwood
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/ba429ee7375bd39b209bce31ead6f22b.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/8eeaa152498495bb6112f783e1811b96.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/b704976337fb452ed6a31d35f6465437.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/4be09b9c5d4fa7be9277f5caae26f07e.jpg)
My friend knife Super tinker Grenadilla blackwood. Logo incrustation.
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/a1256a55d65ea9aa520b0c1d5eb2b52e.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/91971ba579eeaeb272a31a20d0eb9cef.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/c743e77cb0c563bf8a24e96d7d90d111.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on April 28, 2015, 06:38:39 AM
Those are very nice :drool:
Post by: decustomforge on April 28, 2015, 11:07:27 AM
My Victorinox Outrider Bubinga wood. All Hand made.Just wondering, what do you have on your lanyard?
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/6e72c748082105ce00e599760425e28f.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/5d0b131b1c49ecab1269017125b722f0.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/0fbacddd4c4aedcda8fda2aa1ff13cca.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/1c785bcffe987fc80400cf3cad2af356.jpg)
My explorer Grenadilla blackwood
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/ba429ee7375bd39b209bce31ead6f22b.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/8eeaa152498495bb6112f783e1811b96.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/b704976337fb452ed6a31d35f6465437.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/4be09b9c5d4fa7be9277f5caae26f07e.jpg)
My friend knife Super tinker Grenadilla blackwood. Logo incrustation.
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/a1256a55d65ea9aa520b0c1d5eb2b52e.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/91971ba579eeaeb272a31a20d0eb9cef.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/c743e77cb0c563bf8a24e96d7d90d111.jpg)
Yes that's right, it is a shrink tube 6 mm, put on 550 paracord no core and lined construction and a Hairdryer.
Post by: decustomforge on April 28, 2015, 11:08:08 AM
Post by: chris.customworks on April 28, 2015, 12:18:10 PM
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050306.jpg?w=600)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050293.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050300.jpg?w=800)
Post by: tcodding on April 28, 2015, 12:51:21 PM
Output: Black & Orange Pioneer PlusCool, never seen that done
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050306.jpg?w=600)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050293.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050300.jpg?w=800)
before
My Victorinox Outrider Bubinga wood. All Hand made.Just wondering, what do you have on your lanyard?
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/6e72c748082105ce00e599760425e28f.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/5d0b131b1c49ecab1269017125b722f0.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/0fbacddd4c4aedcda8fda2aa1ff13cca.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/1c785bcffe987fc80400cf3cad2af356.jpg)
My explorer Grenadilla blackwood
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/ba429ee7375bd39b209bce31ead6f22b.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/8eeaa152498495bb6112f783e1811b96.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/b704976337fb452ed6a31d35f6465437.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/4be09b9c5d4fa7be9277f5caae26f07e.jpg)
My friend knife Super tinker Grenadilla blackwood. Logo incrustation.
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/a1256a55d65ea9aa520b0c1d5eb2b52e.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/91971ba579eeaeb272a31a20d0eb9cef.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/27/c743e77cb0c563bf8a24e96d7d90d111.jpg)
Yes that's right, it is a shrink tube 6 mm, put on 550 paracord no core and lined construction and a Hairdryer.
Post by: SAK Guy on April 28, 2015, 04:49:45 PM
Output: Black & Orange Pioneer Plus
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050306.jpg?w=600)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050293.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050300.jpg?w=800)
Nice work Chris!!!! :cheers:
Post by: pfrsantos on May 04, 2015, 01:19:59 PM
:tu: :tu: :tu: :tu:
Post by: kirk13 on May 04, 2015, 11:32:15 PM
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image.jpg1_zpsalu2jik3.jpg) (http://s782.photobucket.com/user/kirk130013/media/image.jpg1_zpsalu2jik3.jpg.html)
Post by: kosmo on May 05, 2015, 12:21:29 AM
Not a super difficult mod,Sportsman with square Phillips
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image.jpg1_zpsalu2jik3.jpg) (http://s782.photobucket.com/user/kirk130013/media/image.jpg1_zpsalu2jik3.jpg.html)
I like the yellow scales. Did you get them separately?
Post by: ALM on May 05, 2015, 12:32:52 AM
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-3s0dldZy7Xo/VUfixBwjpwI/AAAAAAAARPk/uVdalX4P5uU/w737-h553-no/P1030376.JPG)
Post by: kirk13 on May 05, 2015, 01:16:15 AM
Not a super difficult mod,Sportsman with square Phillips
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/image.jpg1_zpsalu2jik3.jpg) (http://s782.photobucket.com/user/kirk130013/media/image.jpg1_zpsalu2jik3.jpg.html)
I like the yellow scales. Did you get them separately?
Yeah,they were a gift from Lowtech :tu:
Post by: pfrsantos on May 05, 2015, 12:05:18 PM
Yoda Green ;)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-3s0dldZy7Xo/VUfixBwjpwI/AAAAAAAARPk/uVdalX4P5uU/w737-h553-no/P1030376.JPG)
Hum... Like it I do!
:tu: :tu: :tu: :tu:
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on May 09, 2015, 07:06:30 PM
Background is an original horn Ambassador.
(The micarta is a little bit special since you need bright light to see its beauty or the reddish colour and layers. With not so good a light it seems much darker and without structure)
(http://up.picr.de/21853400ax.jpg)
Post by: WWW on May 11, 2015, 12:27:07 AM
Post by: chris.customworks on May 11, 2015, 10:36:44 AM
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/comp_s1051267.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/comp_s1051269.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/comp_s1051273.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/comp_s1051277.jpg?w=800)
Post by: magentus on May 11, 2015, 10:55:11 AM
Post by: hiraethus on May 11, 2015, 10:56:04 AM
Post by: zoidberg on May 11, 2015, 11:17:16 AM
Victorinox Blackout Alox (http://chriscustomworks.com/2015/05/11/victorinox-mod-blackout-alox/)Dude! :drool: :gimme:
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/comp_s1051267.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/comp_s1051269.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/comp_s1051273.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/comp_s1051277.jpg?w=800)
Post by: pfrsantos on May 11, 2015, 12:46:38 PM
Victorinox Blackout Alox (http://chriscustomworks.com/2015/05/11/victorinox-mod-blackout-alox/)Dude! :drool: :gimme:
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/comp_s1051267.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/comp_s1051269.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/comp_s1051273.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/comp_s1051277.jpg?w=800)
Sweet!
:cheers: :cheers:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on May 11, 2015, 01:10:17 PM
JR
Post by: Wade Eva on May 22, 2015, 01:26:50 AM
(http://i1007.photobucket.com/albums/af199/wadeeva/IMG_5889.jpg) (http://s1007.photobucket.com/user/wadeeva/media/IMG_5889.jpg.html)
(http://i1007.photobucket.com/albums/af199/wadeeva/IMG_5890.jpg) (http://s1007.photobucket.com/user/wadeeva/media/IMG_5890.jpg.html)
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Post by: Huntsman on May 22, 2015, 02:34:27 AM
And welcome - looks like it will be good having you around... :D
That brass certainly look amazing
So much talent on this forum.
Note to self: Realy must start that modding I keep thinking about >:(
.. But how can I compete with you lot !! :think:
Post by: Wade Eva on May 22, 2015, 05:54:19 AM
Couldn't have done any of this without this forum!!
Post by: ALM on May 28, 2015, 11:05:37 AM
Cerakote H-168Q Zombie Green scales
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-kNiqkHCSSIw/VWbX6VY1JlI/AAAAAAAARYo/CeeLAfPKHGo/w737-h553-no/P1030959.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-LxmaCv42RRY/VWbX3pFcc3I/AAAAAAAARYc/QSgCIHQbbYA/w737-h553-no/P1030423.JPG)
Cerakote H-148 Burnt Bronze scales
Titanium screws anodized to llok like brass.
Additionally made, hand finished and polished brass liners.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-OnIMD87kPpk/VWbX3jmtoVI/AAAAAAAARYg/syxPDOqJuIQ/w737-h553-no/P1030666.JPG)
Wenger Soldier Soldat with Scissors.
Additionally made, hand finished and polished brass liners.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-8aSPhj1_dCY/VWbZoKkRHyI/AAAAAAAARZU/Rw6nmookd7w/w737-h553-no/P1030765.JPG)
I was asked to make knives for Polish forum KNIVES.PL
I modded 45 pieces of the Pioneer model.
The SAKs are in three color version: orange, gray, and bicolor (the Victorinox logo side is orange, the knives.pl logo side is gray). The knives differ also in some details. Some have brass liners, some have anodized aluminum ones to match the handles. Some handles have white Victorinox logo, some have it in the handle color.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-WMSROQVB6Kw/VWSWt09Cp4I/AAAAAAAARWY/exn-3VIkGaA/w737-h553-no/P1030868.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-6oggENAQdAY/VWSWuJPJ6dI/AAAAAAAARWU/HRzCAbO_hAg/w737-h553-no/P1030878.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-lXliYZnue8o/VRGnE8LGpFI/AAAAAAAARC8/pnVe4qpJoDc/w737-h553-no/P1020583.JPG)
Post by: Monrogue on May 28, 2015, 02:12:02 PM
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Post by: Reinier on May 29, 2015, 02:26:07 PM
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on May 29, 2015, 02:33:02 PM
Nice work.
Post by: hiraethus on June 07, 2015, 09:51:33 PM
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/554/18386058089_9b1cc67758_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/u1Hmvx)
SwissChamp with fish scaler and woodsaw removed, chisel swapped for fine driver on the back
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8852/18572250195_e495d24a8b_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uiaCWg)
Black Pioneer with handmade brass liners. screw pivots, metal file and sheepsfoot blade instead of awl
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/275/18574289521_9edcfb9b1c_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uim6a4)
Post by: tcodding on June 08, 2015, 04:11:17 AM
Reworked a couple of older mods of mine todayNice job!
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/554/18386058089_9b1cc67758_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/u1Hmvx)
SwissChamp with fish scaler and woodsaw removed, chisel swapped for fine driver on the back
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8852/18572250195_e495d24a8b_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uiaCWg)
Black Pioneer with handmade brass liners. screw pivots, metal file and sheepsfoot blade instead of awl
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/275/18574289521_9edcfb9b1c_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uim6a4)
Where do you get the screws?
Post by: hiraethus on June 08, 2015, 10:04:15 AM
Nice job!
Where do you get the screws?
Thank you! :salute:
The screws I buy from http://www.accuscrews.co.uk/ - they're M2 Torx countersunk screws. I make the pivots myself from 3mm brass rod:
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/311/18487439215_723616f4bd.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uaEXzZ)
Post by: chris.customworks on June 08, 2015, 11:01:39 AM
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/comp_s1050105.jpg?w=600)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/comp_s1050107.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/comp_s1050116.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/comp_s1050126.jpg?w=800)
Post by: ALM on June 08, 2015, 01:58:35 PM
Aluminum Victorinox scale covered with very hard Cerakote H-168Q Zombie Green coating.
The second scale made from 2.5mm titanium grade 5.
The scale has holes for 3 types of bits and a shackle opener.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-gv4Irf4GwzE/VXVhg4ujwAI/AAAAAAAARas/lLqMfvlNC8Q/w737-h553-no/P1040227.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ynwWyn11UGY/VXVhgvT2HbI/AAAAAAAARak/7YvpLei-PYM/w737-h553-no/P1040225.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-LNibZVmUkv0/VXVhg1x6jkI/AAAAAAAARao/DHCgd_LCP1I/w737-h553-no/P1040238.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Qc1eK5VZ6fg/VXVhj_pdkjI/AAAAAAAARa0/-KalkJFJ4wc/w737-h553-no/P1040245.JPG)
Post by: magentus on June 08, 2015, 02:21:06 PM
Post by: kosmo on June 08, 2015, 02:22:03 PM
Post by: tcodding on June 08, 2015, 08:16:52 PM
No prob! I live in the us so metric brass is a bit hard to come by. Is shipping going to be an arm and a leg?Nice job!
Where do you get the screws?
Thank you! :salute:
The screws I buy from http://www.accuscrews.co.uk/ - they're M2 Torx countersunk screws. I make the pivots myself from 3mm brass rod:
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/311/18487439215_723616f4bd.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uaEXzZ)
Post by: tcodding on June 08, 2015, 08:21:44 PM
My new idea. Tool Pioneer with scissors.That's awesome! How well do the bits stay in while being used?
Aluminum Victorinox scale covered with very hard Cerakote H-168Q Zombie Green coating.
The second scale made from 2.5mm titanium grade 5.
The scale has holes for 3 types of bits and a shackle opener.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-gv4Irf4GwzE/VXVhg4ujwAI/AAAAAAAARas/lLqMfvlNC8Q/w737-h553-no/P1040227.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ynwWyn11UGY/VXVhgvT2HbI/AAAAAAAARak/7YvpLei-PYM/w737-h553-no/P1040225.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-LNibZVmUkv0/VXVhg1x6jkI/AAAAAAAARao/DHCgd_LCP1I/w737-h553-no/P1040238.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Qc1eK5VZ6fg/VXVhj_pdkjI/AAAAAAAARa0/-KalkJFJ4wc/w737-h553-no/P1040245.JPG)
Post by: hiraethus on June 08, 2015, 11:33:03 PM
No prob! I live in the us so metric brass is a bit hard to come by. Is shipping going to be an arm and a leg?
2.5mm and 3mm seems to be easy enough to get, 2.2mm (for 91mm SAK middle pins) less so. You can probably get by with 1/8" and 3/32" and a bit of sanding.
Post by: Sparky415 on June 09, 2015, 06:54:34 AM
:dd: That is just lovely ALM. Great job as usual. I love the scales.
:ahhh
What he said :drool:
Post by: ALM on June 09, 2015, 08:58:40 AM
The holes are made at an angle and the bits stay there firmly while in use
The bits can be mounted in a closed knife and they don't touch other tools. Just the Leatherman bit may be a little loose and has to be mounted with opened knife tools, because it's longer. I showed it on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rIIhcvJaqf0&feature=youtu.be
Post by: twiliter on June 10, 2015, 07:51:20 PM
A few photos of my latest mods.
Wenger Soldier Soldat with Scissors.
Additionally made, hand finished and polished brass liners.
Nice, perfect for Wenger Wednesday.
:cheers:
Post by: hiraethus on June 20, 2015, 10:00:18 PM
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/482/18373114684_6115373d50_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/tZz1To)
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3780/18373113164_f293a9fe79_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/tZz1rb)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/550/18990238202_1151d1e566_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uW6Wd3)
Post by: Monrogue on June 20, 2015, 11:38:00 PM
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Post by: zoidberg on June 20, 2015, 11:48:40 PM
Looks good hiraethus :tu:
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+1 :tu: I am quite jealous mate. I really should throw some time and money at it but they are hard to find atm. Keep up the good work. :salute:
Post by: hiraethus on June 21, 2015, 07:31:01 AM
Z, will do. Shame you don't get chance to get your hack on as much as you'd like - would love to see what you come up with. Been on a bit of a Cellidor kick lately but am enjoying playing with the alox again. Got a black/red Pioneer waiting for surgery next...
Post by: chris.customworks on June 25, 2015, 07:56:58 AM
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/06/comp_s1051555.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/06/comp_s1051562.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/06/comp_s1051568.jpg?w=600)
Post by: hiraethus on June 28, 2015, 04:08:32 PM
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/456/19046655918_d930e7ea5a_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/v266eh)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/256/19046612060_d56358f1f9_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/v25Sc7)
Post by: hiraethus on July 03, 2015, 10:57:32 PM
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3692/19363307046_82a5f34649_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vv51zu)
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3675/19201775170_310e92047f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vfN7M9)
Old cross red Woodsman donor (it was borderline salvageable - shortened and badly sharpened blade, bent and burred saw) turned into an alox Mountaineer with screw pivots and hand made brass liners.
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3700/19201775470_1afee06cfb_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vfN7Sj)
Post by: kirk13 on July 03, 2015, 11:10:20 PM
More modded alox:
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3692/19363307046_82a5f34649_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vv51zu)
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3675/19201775170_310e92047f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vfN7M9)
Old cross red Woodsman donor (it was borderline salvageable - shortened and badly sharpened blade, bent and burred saw) turned into an alox Mountaineer with screw pivots and hand made brass liners.
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3700/19201775470_1afee06cfb_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vfN7Sj)
Very nice H! Is it for you or is it another commission ?
Post by: mrynnr on July 03, 2015, 11:11:22 PM
More modded alox:oh man! :drool:
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3692/19363307046_82a5f34649_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vv51zu)
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3675/19201775170_310e92047f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vfN7M9)
Old cross red Woodsman donor (it was borderline salvageable - shortened and badly sharpened blade, bent and burred saw) turned into an alox Mountaineer with screw pivots and hand made brass liners.
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3700/19201775470_1afee06cfb_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vfN7Sj)
Post by: Monrogue on July 03, 2015, 11:15:07 PM
Sent from my XT901 using Tapatalk
Post by: hiraethus on July 03, 2015, 11:52:16 PM
Post by: kirk13 on July 03, 2015, 11:55:44 PM
Thanks guys :salute: Kirky, it's one for me - at least for now.
Excellent!
Post by: Sparky415 on July 03, 2015, 11:57:03 PM
Post by: Webber2629 on July 04, 2015, 10:49:35 AM
Post by: zoidberg on July 06, 2015, 12:01:03 PM
Post by: hiraethus on July 06, 2015, 05:35:59 PM
Post by: chris.customworks on July 09, 2015, 08:15:10 AM
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/02/comp_s1050693.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/02/comp_s1050636.jpg?w=600)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/02/comp_s1050655.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/02/comp_s1050661.jpg?w=800)
Post by: SAK Guy on July 09, 2015, 08:20:37 AM
Post by: zoidberg on July 09, 2015, 10:28:14 AM
Post by: pfrsantos on July 09, 2015, 12:25:43 PM
That's a good looking pair. :tu:
Well, I think it's a first, but...
Show content
(http://i.cdn.turner.com/v5cache/TBS/Images/Dynamic/i84/tbs_games_thatsWhatHeSaidChallenge_434x228_060220110516.jpg)
:D :D :D :D
:D :D :D :D
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on July 10, 2015, 03:05:30 AM
Love it on my Spydies.
Nice set.
Post by: MWDP on July 10, 2015, 05:54:22 PM
More modded alox:
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3692/19363307046_82a5f34649_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vv51zu)
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3675/19201775170_310e92047f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vfN7M9)
Old cross red Woodsman donor (it was borderline salvageable - shortened and badly sharpened blade, bent and burred saw) turned into an alox Mountaineer with screw pivots and hand made brass liners.
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3700/19201775470_1afee06cfb_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vfN7Sj)
So it has a nice afterlife I see :)
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on July 10, 2015, 07:31:05 PM
More modded alox:
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3692/19363307046_82a5f34649_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vv51zu)
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3675/19201775170_310e92047f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vfN7M9)
Old cross red Woodsman donor (it was borderline salvageable - shortened and badly sharpened blade, bent and burred saw) turned into an alox Mountaineer with screw pivots and hand made brass liners.
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3700/19201775470_1afee06cfb_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/vfN7Sj)
So it has a nice afterlife I see :)
A nice afterlife at the Harley homestead.
Post by: hiraethus on July 13, 2015, 12:44:35 PM
So it has a nice afterlife I see :)
Yes, it's gone on to a better place. :) I did feel a little guilty breaking it for parts, but not for long. :D
Post by: Glofindel on July 17, 2015, 10:04:35 AM
Group photo
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/07/17/ed23a289ab4baa9fbdb59c4a6f1bc162.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/07/17/5e8efe4ceab4856fe5ec84bfa881311d.jpg)
Post by: mrynnr on July 17, 2015, 11:01:06 AM
Post by: captain spaulding on July 17, 2015, 11:03:15 AM
Those look fantastic! :tu:
+1.
Post by: hiraethus on August 08, 2015, 10:39:07 AM
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3684/20203712220_b513973755_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/wMkiKS)
Fine flat driver on the back instead of the chisel, hook from a Compact for the nail file:
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/417/20365516236_fd5e3b40d5_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/x2CAsh)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3726/20205127759_89f5ed4ffb_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/wMsyxH)
Post by: Gareth on August 08, 2015, 06:28:31 PM
Post by: hiraethus on August 08, 2015, 09:31:39 PM
Post by: magentus on August 13, 2015, 12:28:06 PM
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/Farmer_zpsjd9y5jpd.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/Farmer_zpsjd9y5jpd.jpg.html)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/R2%20and%20SI%20Farmer_zpswoexyugw.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/R2%20and%20SI%20Farmer_zpswoexyugw.jpg.html)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20150813_001_zpsgya5hhcn.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/WP_20150813_001_zpsgya5hhcn.jpg.html)
Post by: chris.customworks on August 17, 2015, 08:53:18 AM
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/02/comp_s1050491.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/02/comp_s1050493.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/02/comp_s1050510.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/02/comp_s1050512.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/02/comp_s1050514.jpg?w=600)
Post by: hiraethus on August 17, 2015, 12:00:43 PM
How accessible is the combo tool nail nick?
Post by: chris.customworks on August 17, 2015, 01:14:11 PM
How accessible is the combo tool nail nick?
Not as convenient as usual, but it works.
Post by: chris.customworks on August 24, 2015, 07:36:08 AM
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/comp_s1051627.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/06/comp_s1051799.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/comp_s1051643.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/06/comp_s1051804.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/06/comp_s1051812.jpg?w=800)
Post by: SAK Guy on August 24, 2015, 07:52:49 AM
Post by: windson on August 24, 2015, 04:19:16 PM
Post by: chris.customworks on August 25, 2015, 06:57:11 AM
Post by: lowtech on August 25, 2015, 07:52:44 PM
Post by: Syph007 on August 25, 2015, 08:37:49 PM
The black coating looks matte in comparison of say the Black Oxide done by Syph - Is it just very even lighting or is that a Cerakote or something comparable?
Mine actually look like that when I get them back, but I use a paper towel dampened with a little bit of minerial oil to polish them up. :tu:
Post by: chris.customworks on August 26, 2015, 07:28:37 AM
Is it just very even lighting or is that a Cerakote or something comparable?
No, it's black oxide coating. But I liked the matt-look so I decided not to polish them.
Post by: lowtech on August 26, 2015, 08:14:16 AM
Post by: bodie on September 01, 2015, 04:52:23 AM
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/Mobile%20Uploads/20150830_201212_zpsxuh6nhmk.jpg) (http://s69.photobucket.com/user/Bodieism/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150830_201212_zpsxuh6nhmk.jpg.html)
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/Mobile%20Uploads/20150830_201623_zpsmcixysoa.jpg) (http://s69.photobucket.com/user/Bodieism/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150830_201623_zpsmcixysoa.jpg.html)
Just made this one a few days ago. I was pretty stoked to finally have the spatula.
I was thinking of calling it the Swiss Army PharmD :D
Post by: zoidberg on September 01, 2015, 04:58:51 AM
Show content(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/Mobile%20Uploads/20150830_200917_zpsvwnoyihc.jpg) (http://s69.photobucket.com/user/Bodieism/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150830_200917_zpsvwnoyihc.jpg.html)
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/Mobile%20Uploads/20150830_201212_zpsxuh6nhmk.jpg) (http://s69.photobucket.com/user/Bodieism/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150830_201212_zpsxuh6nhmk.jpg.html)
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/Mobile%20Uploads/20150830_201623_zpsmcixysoa.jpg) (http://s69.photobucket.com/user/Bodieism/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150830_201623_zpsmcixysoa.jpg.html)
Just made this one a few days ago. I was pretty stoked to finally have the spatula.
I was thinking of calling it the Swiss Army PharmD :D
That is cool, nice work. :tu:
Post by: windson on September 01, 2015, 06:43:36 AM
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/Mobile%20Uploads/20150830_200917_zpsvwnoyihc.jpg) (http://s69.photobucket.com/user/Bodieism/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150830_200917_zpsvwnoyihc.jpg.html)Great selection of tools! What's your main use case for the spatula?
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/Mobile%20Uploads/20150830_201212_zpsxuh6nhmk.jpg) (http://s69.photobucket.com/user/Bodieism/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150830_201212_zpsxuh6nhmk.jpg.html)
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/Bodieism/Mobile%20Uploads/20150830_201623_zpsmcixysoa.jpg) (http://s69.photobucket.com/user/Bodieism/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150830_201623_zpsmcixysoa.jpg.html)
Just made this one a few days ago. I was pretty stoked to finally have the spatula.
I was thinking of calling it the Swiss Army PharmD :D
Post by: chris.customworks on September 01, 2015, 10:27:27 AM
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/comp_s1050099.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/comp_s1050101.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/comp_s1050103.jpg?w=600)
Post by: SAK Guy on September 01, 2015, 01:35:00 PM
Post by: bodie on September 02, 2015, 03:04:26 AM
That is cool, nice work. :tu:
Thanks!
Great selection of tools! What's your main use case for the spatula?
Thanks! I wanted the spatula because I'm a pharmacy intern. It comes in handy when working with certain drugs. Some of the sites that I work at have a bad habit of misplacing them or not having enough, so it will be nice to have a backup. Plus I just thought it was cool.
Post by: windson on September 02, 2015, 06:47:16 AM
Nice! Actually using it for its intended purpose!That is cool, nice work. :tu:
Thanks!Great selection of tools! What's your main use case for the spatula?
Thanks! I wanted the spatula because I'm a pharmacy intern. It comes in handy when working with certain drugs. Some of the sites that I work at have a bad habit of misplacing them or not having enough, so it will be nice to have a backup. Plus I just thought it was cool.
Post by: AimlessWanderer on September 02, 2015, 12:08:19 PM
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=5287.0;attach=201449;image)
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=5287.0;attach=201451;image)
Post by: hiraethus on September 02, 2015, 04:00:00 PM
Post by: AimlessWanderer on September 03, 2015, 01:54:20 AM
I just noticed that the serrated blade is the wrong side of the nail file in that first pic .... :think:
Anyway, not an issue, it's only v1 :D I'm planning on taking it apart again at some point to do a bit more refining. I'm hoping v2 will have most of the wrinkles ironed out so I can have it exactly as I want it at v3 ;)
Post by: AimlessWanderer on September 03, 2015, 10:07:17 PM
Post by: hiraethus on September 17, 2015, 06:20:59 PM
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5823/20869581324_e3ed499b49_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/xNb4rE)
Post by: zoidberg on September 17, 2015, 10:49:45 PM
Re-worked my Junior/Special Mechanic mod today, adding a pair of scissors with an awl on the back:Show content(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5823/20869581324_e3ed499b49_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/xNb4rE)
:tu: :tu: :tu:
Post by: hiraethus on September 18, 2015, 10:23:48 PM
Need to get another Deluxe Tinker.
Post by: AimlessWanderer on September 18, 2015, 10:34:28 PM
Post by: hiraethus on September 18, 2015, 11:12:07 PM
I've just built a Pioneer mod with a 91mm pen blade in place of the can opener - this might be enough for me for the most part.
Post by: AimlessWanderer on September 18, 2015, 11:33:58 PM
Post by: firiki on September 19, 2015, 01:55:15 AM
My main issue with the combo tool is that it displaces the pen blade, which is my main utility blade, and probably my most used tool on a SAK. I also seem to do more prying than driving flat screws, and the combo tool just isn't up to the job most of the time.
I've just built a Pioneer mod with a 91mm pen blade in place of the can opener - this might be enough for me for the most part.
Why not lose the combo tool for a pen blade, then? Carry it with a standard Pioneer and there's that.
Alternatively, interested in trading that :fugly: mod to me? :gimme:
Post by: sawman on September 19, 2015, 03:00:37 AM
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on September 19, 2015, 04:55:05 AM
Re-worked my Junior/Special Mechanic mod today, adding a pair of scissors with an awl on the back:Show content(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5823/20869581324_e3ed499b49_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/xNb4rE)
:tu: :tu: :tu:
What he said, great semi light to combo.
Post by: Sparky415 on September 19, 2015, 07:29:03 AM
There’s some great stuff going on in here Guys :salute:
Here's the second one of the three SAK mods I had planned
I can see you have been very busy Al, Nice work Mate :tu:
Post by: tattoosteve99 on September 21, 2015, 02:06:13 AM
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/20/f5f032d5472f32bdf921a03b8b40b45f.jpg)
84mm voyager
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on September 21, 2015, 03:56:44 AM
Post by: chris.customworks on October 07, 2015, 10:19:06 AM
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050312.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050315.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050325.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/01/comp_s1050329.jpg?w=600)
Post by: SAK Guy on October 07, 2015, 02:57:09 PM
Post by: Monrogue on October 07, 2015, 10:24:03 PM
Beautiful mod Chris!!+1 - I love those scales and red liners :tu:
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Post by: SteveC on October 07, 2015, 11:15:50 PM
Beautiful mod Chris!!+1 - I love those scales and red liners :tu:
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+2 very cool !
Post by: chris.customworks on October 08, 2015, 08:58:11 AM
Post by: windson on October 08, 2015, 02:58:38 PM
My new Aloxplorer made by Syph.
Post by: Flint Hills on October 10, 2015, 09:20:08 PM
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on October 11, 2015, 02:43:40 AM
I've seen several acid etched and stonewashed sets of scissors in this thread. How do you do this without the acid getting into the pivot and messing it up? Can the same be done on the pliers? I know people use fingernail polish to protect blade edges but I'm just not sure how to protect inside the riveted scissors pivot. :think:
Pretty sure they just take them apart then re rivet them when they are done.
Post by: chris.customworks on October 13, 2015, 07:45:34 AM
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/02/comp_s1050487.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/02/comp_s1050489.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/02/comp_s1050437.jpg?w=800)
Post by: SAK Guy on October 13, 2015, 03:59:07 PM
Post by: ALM on October 15, 2015, 01:47:59 PM
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-uc_fma_XfQs/Vh9f-JuBpCI/AAAAAAAASR0/cRVMSw-SPKQ/w679-h509-no/P1070456.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-rON9alg0f0M/Vh9f-fkZmQI/AAAAAAAASR8/MJViMzYNH70/w679-h509-no/P1070466.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-tssgOAwRxH8/Vh9gE4dB5lI/AAAAAAAASSM/dQjynAIlwFA/w679-h509-no/P1070478.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-NnYRWKiwiCo/Vh9gFWzc-BI/AAAAAAAASSU/KQug2u-svNE/w679-h509-no/P1070539.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-uJR2ZI7S8j4/Vh9gH8r-moI/AAAAAAAASSc/YTR8xoBUjpE/w679-h509-no/P1070563.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-NQHakyCwWtc/Vh9gFE0cW5I/AAAAAAAASSQ/Ijx1pv1wOAA/w679-h509-no/P1070513.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-KeUtH0EHVAs/Vh9gRmFjPUI/AAAAAAAASSs/MEELohaBg24/w679-h509-no/P1070412.JPG)
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on October 15, 2015, 04:10:43 PM
A few of my mods from last days.
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-uc_fma_XfQs/Vh9f-JuBpCI/AAAAAAAASR0/cRVMSw-SPKQ/w679-h509-no/P1070456.JPG)
Is that a Ti 111 with a pocket clip? German Army Knife?
I want it so much.
Post by: ALM on October 15, 2015, 04:58:17 PM
A few of my mods from last days.
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-uc_fma_XfQs/Vh9f-JuBpCI/AAAAAAAASR0/cRVMSw-SPKQ/w679-h509-no/P1070456.JPG)
Is that a Ti 111 with a pocket clip? German Army Knife?
I want it so much.
Yes, it's a GAK with 09 stamp. I modded it for a friend from Poland
Post by: hiraethus on October 15, 2015, 05:11:59 PM
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on October 15, 2015, 07:17:26 PM
A few of my mods from last days.
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-uc_fma_XfQs/Vh9f-JuBpCI/AAAAAAAASR0/cRVMSw-SPKQ/w679-h509-no/P1070456.JPG)
Is that a Ti 111 with a pocket clip? German Army Knife?
I want it so much.
Yes, it's a GAK with 09 stamp. I modded it for a friend from Poland
Could you make some scales and pocket clip for a "friend" in the US?
Post by: ALM on October 19, 2015, 04:53:29 PM
I also do the computer designs myself.
But I also outsource some things. Polish knifemaking scene is pretty large and we help each other. For example, I don't have a CNC milling machine and if I need one, I ask my friend for help. I order coating with HAII, PVD or Cerakote in specialized companies in Poland. The engravings are also ordered in a firm with an industrial grade laser of great power.
As to the question if I can make scales and clip. I don't usually sell just the scales. The scales I make are matched with screws and muffs, that I mount. If other rivets/muffs are used, there could be problems with fitting.
And here are some photos of TiTool Pioneers, that I've done over the weekend. Regards for all, Artur.
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-YVCZC9FM_cQ/ViUDGSgoydI/AAAAAAAASXk/Z4Zi6iRL2Zo/w679-h509-no/P1070639.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-4_3a2rfjHNs/ViUDGXyZubI/AAAAAAAASXo/G9_LvSlwXBc/w679-h509-no/P1070644.JPG)
Post by: hiraethus on October 19, 2015, 05:21:55 PM
Thanks ALM, good info. I know what you mean about the WIP shots, but I'm just the opposite. I love to see the process, the dirt, the piles of prototypes.
Post by: zoidberg on October 27, 2015, 08:54:07 AM
Post by: chris.customworks on October 27, 2015, 10:39:44 AM
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/comp_s1052062.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/comp_s1052064.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/comp_s1052070.jpg?w=800)
(https://propaghandiblog.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/comp_s1052075.jpg?w=800)
Post by: hiraethus on October 27, 2015, 01:25:59 PM
Post by: chris.customworks on October 27, 2015, 03:46:17 PM
Is that a 93mm or 91mm small blade?
Thanks! It's a small blade from a 91mm SAK.
Post by: Sheradin on October 27, 2015, 06:37:03 PM
Post by: Toolslinger on October 27, 2015, 07:11:59 PM
Post by: hiraethus on October 27, 2015, 07:24:15 PM
Post by: windson on October 27, 2015, 08:30:20 PM
An upgrade to an existing mod and 2 new ones.
That triple-opener model with the saw is strangely sexy... :drool:
Post by: tattoosteve99 on October 28, 2015, 01:06:22 AM
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/10/27/2d7291d30e936d4e454958f563287035.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/10/27/3787ed487cc977f0e2413c060d91f522.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/10/27/bdd83bf4e404b6755a25446c468ef5a6.jpg)
It was a solo now it's not ;)
Post by: SAK Guy on October 28, 2015, 01:43:07 AM
Post by: hiraethus on October 28, 2015, 10:12:17 AM
Post by: magentus on October 28, 2015, 10:25:24 AM
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on October 28, 2015, 05:27:39 PM
Is that something that can be fixed?
Post by: SteveC on October 28, 2015, 07:25:34 PM
TatSteve I have a OC Pioneer that has some issues closing, like it lost some of its snap.
Is that something that can be fixed?
This just came up here
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,62704.0.html
Post by: tattoosteve99 on October 29, 2015, 12:51:03 AM
TatSteve I have a OC Pioneer that has some issues closing, like it lost some of its snap.
Is that something that can be fixed?
Yes it can be. Cleaning it throughly is the first step. After that who knows. It is possible a pin is bent or something is broke. Either of those I can fix :)
Post by: tattoosteve99 on October 29, 2015, 12:53:24 AM
TatSteve I have a OC Pioneer that has some issues closing, like it lost some of its snap.
Is that something that can be fixed?
This just came up here
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,62704.0.html (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,62704.0.html)
Good thread but I never leave wd40 in a sak. It displaces water and dirt which is good. But after that always clean it off. Then use a good grade mineral oil. I've noticed since I switched to using that instead of some other lubrication it works great.
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on October 29, 2015, 01:38:58 AM
Steve are you sure you don't want to pass on that OC Farmer so I can buy it?
Post by: Flint Hills on November 01, 2015, 09:20:13 PM
(http://i1217.photobucket.com/albums/dd392/jac808/Mobile%20Uploads/20151029_124002_zpsbihswka6.jpg) (http://s1217.photobucket.com/user/jac808/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151029_124002_zpsbihswka6.jpg.html)
(http://i1217.photobucket.com/albums/dd392/jac808/Mobile%20Uploads/20151101_135637_zpsxz0skqwm.jpg) (http://s1217.photobucket.com/user/jac808/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151101_135637_zpsxz0skqwm.jpg.html)
(http://i1217.photobucket.com/albums/dd392/jac808/Mobile%20Uploads/20151101_140720_zpsi8jazpu1.jpg) (http://s1217.photobucket.com/user/jac808/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151101_140720_zpsi8jazpu1.jpg.html)
Post by: Gerber Suspension on November 01, 2015, 10:01:12 PM
First timer here, just practicing. Fighting against the backspring to get the tools aligned is a pain!
(http://i1217.photobucket.com/albums/dd392/jac808/Mobile%20Uploads/20151029_124002_zpsbihswka6.jpg) (http://s1217.photobucket.com/user/jac808/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151029_124002_zpsbihswka6.jpg.html)
(http://i1217.photobucket.com/albums/dd392/jac808/Mobile%20Uploads/20151101_135637_zpsxz0skqwm.jpg) (http://s1217.photobucket.com/user/jac808/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151101_135637_zpsxz0skqwm.jpg.html)
(http://i1217.photobucket.com/albums/dd392/jac808/Mobile%20Uploads/20151101_140720_zpsi8jazpu1.jpg) (http://s1217.photobucket.com/user/jac808/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151101_140720_zpsi8jazpu1.jpg.html)
That is a really nice choice of tools :drool:, it needs catchy a name.
Post by: pfrsantos on November 02, 2015, 04:12:03 PM
First timer here, just practicing. Fighting against the backspring to get the tools aligned is a pain!
(http://i1217.photobucket.com/albums/dd392/jac808/Mobile%20Uploads/20151029_124002_zpsbihswka6.jpg) (http://s1217.photobucket.com/user/jac808/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151029_124002_zpsbihswka6.jpg.html)
(http://i1217.photobucket.com/albums/dd392/jac808/Mobile%20Uploads/20151101_135637_zpsxz0skqwm.jpg) (http://s1217.photobucket.com/user/jac808/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151101_135637_zpsxz0skqwm.jpg.html)
(http://i1217.photobucket.com/albums/dd392/jac808/Mobile%20Uploads/20151101_140720_zpsi8jazpu1.jpg) (http://s1217.photobucket.com/user/jac808/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20151101_140720_zpsi8jazpu1.jpg.html)
That is a really nice choice of tools :drool:, it needs catchy a name.
Triceratops!
:salute: :tu:
Post by: hiraethus on November 02, 2015, 07:35:41 PM
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5783/22529661980_23be3aec5d_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/AjSpzW)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/726/22728757251_a5222e24e5_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ACsPF2)
Post by: SAK Guy on November 02, 2015, 07:52:20 PM
Post by: SteveC on November 02, 2015, 08:45:19 PM
DIY Modeler:
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5783/22529661980_23be3aec5d_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/AjSpzW)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/726/22728757251_a5222e24e5_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ACsPF2)
Nice selection of tools :tu:
Post by: Sheradin on November 03, 2015, 02:41:11 AM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on November 03, 2015, 04:09:01 AM
Apologies in advance because I'm sure this has been covered, but would anyone care to share either a source or idea for the proper size pin stock for the rivets? I'd like remove the corkscrew and install a Philips driver in a Waiter as my first mod... :)
2.5mm for the tools and 2.2mm for the springs and backtools.
Post by: s1xty7 on November 03, 2015, 06:39:33 AM
As for a source for the rod, especially the 2.2mm, some local hobby shops might have something available but if you look on here, someone recently posted a source in the UK.
Good luck. The Apprentice is one of my favorites.
One other thing. I thought 84mm was 2.2mm for all pins and 91mm was 2.5mm for the tools and 2.2mm for the back tools and springs. All of the pins on 93mm are 3.0mm if I remember correctly. Of course I'm new so I could be wrong.
Post by: hiraethus on November 03, 2015, 07:57:19 AM
One other thing. I thought 84mm was 2.2mm for all pins and 91mm was 2.5mm for the tools and 2.2mm for the back tools and springs. All of the pins on 93mm are 3.0mm if I remember correctly. Of course I'm new so I could be wrong.
93mm knives have a 2.5mm centre pin, not 3mm. Otherwise, all good. :tu:
Post by: hiraethus on November 03, 2015, 08:00:05 AM
Awesome!!! Love the file!
Nice selection of tools :tu:
Thanks fellas. :tu:
SAK Guy, me too. It's amazingly capable for such a small tool, one of my favourite Vic implements.
Post by: Sheradin on November 03, 2015, 01:20:56 PM
Post by: magentus on November 03, 2015, 02:06:48 PM
DIY Modeler:
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5783/22529661980_23be3aec5d_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/AjSpzW)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/726/22728757251_a5222e24e5_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ACsPF2)
Top job H! :salute:
Post by: s1xty7 on November 03, 2015, 07:11:49 PM
Thank you all for the info, I have a local hobby shop or two that needs visiting... :tu: I had seen the Apprentice but unfortunately also saw the prices some bring! Figured I'd probably spend twice as much, bugger a couple perfectly serviceable knives, curse a bit, and try to make my own... :)
Yea, some of those out of production SAKs get crazy expensive. I was lucky enough to have someone give me a beat up Apprentice I was able to get back to functional but I'll probably make up some too. Even though the Apprentice is compact and has a great tool set, the backside phillips has some limitations on strength so I'll likely make up some Scientists. That's another out of production and crazy priced SAK with a good toolset. Its like a 91mm Apprentice with an inline phillips and magnifying glass added and corkscrew on the backside instead of the phillips. I'm not a corkscrew fan nor do I need the small driver it can hold but I haven't seen any non backside tool scales for 91mm or I would drop those altogether.
Good luck with your mods!!
Post by: ALM on November 04, 2015, 02:34:30 PM
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/i5GQvtoD44JJjTy-GbUo_qMwKJ9Hbj-5_zQRXGBJgC00=w679-h509-no)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-hiKw_S-2kAo/VikH3ZVKdGI/AAAAAAAASY0/r2o9OMfvLk0/w679-h509-no/P1070818.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-nHVjO154uIE/VikIAL_KWoI/AAAAAAAASZE/ZExB0MlITnw/w679-h509-no/P1070820.JPG)
Post by: windson on November 04, 2015, 03:54:54 PM
Titanium Tool 58mmVery nice!
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/i5GQvtoD44JJjTy-GbUo_qMwKJ9Hbj-5_zQRXGBJgC00=w679-h509-no)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-hiKw_S-2kAo/VikH3ZVKdGI/AAAAAAAASY0/r2o9OMfvLk0/w679-h509-no/P1070818.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-nHVjO154uIE/VikIAL_KWoI/AAAAAAAASZE/ZExB0MlITnw/w679-h509-no/P1070820.JPG)
Post by: ALM on November 04, 2015, 10:19:17 PM
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-pOFIUVVPEtU/Vjp1fxZ3QaI/AAAAAAAASa0/7QIZFRqN6tI/w679-h509-no/P1080023.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-FYiLCElJHTc/Vjp1f4x4fqI/AAAAAAAASaw/IwMKa4MtQ-4/w679-h509-no/P1080030.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-hy324tbquaE/Vjp1f12c_sI/AAAAAAAASa4/kljx0GqsuDQ/w679-h509-no/P1080037.JPG)
Post by: Monrogue on November 05, 2015, 02:11:32 AM
Sent from my SM-G920R4 using Tapatalk
Post by: Tom Schneider on November 07, 2015, 04:08:48 PM
Post by: hiraethus on November 08, 2015, 04:39:37 PM
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/603/22861599591_2df624ac14_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/AQcF5c)
Post by: hiraethus on November 08, 2015, 04:41:10 PM
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/715/22885082751_02fb102b88_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ASh2Ng)
Post by: zoidberg on November 09, 2015, 09:54:17 AM
Making some brass liners for Pioneers
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/603/22861599591_2df624ac14_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/AQcF5c)
I like the work pics. :tu: :tu:
Post by: hiraethus on November 09, 2015, 10:43:13 AM
I should have taken more, but only managed to snatch a bit of time in the evenings to make a start on these. The process is a bit laborious, but it's nice when they start to really take shape like this.
Post by: firiki on November 09, 2015, 11:09:53 AM
:drool: :tu:
Post by: hiraethus on November 09, 2015, 12:12:43 PM
Post by: firiki on November 09, 2015, 12:38:55 PM
I'm both jealous and inspired. I'll mod me a SAK or three, one day :tu:
Post by: magentus on November 09, 2015, 12:42:30 PM
Fret saw? You're cutting them manually?!Yeah, a SAK of mass destruction
I'm both jealous and inspired. I'll mod me a SAK or three, one day :tu:
Post by: firiki on November 09, 2015, 12:54:58 PM
Fret saw? You're cutting them manually?!Yeah, a SAK of mass destruction
I'm both jealous and inspired. I'll mod me a SAK or three, one day :tu:
And I'll call it magentus' silence (at last)...
Post by: hiraethus on November 09, 2015, 01:00:03 PM
Fret saw? You're cutting them manually?!
I'm both jealous and inspired.
:salute:
Yep, all manual - except for the belt sander.
The way I do it is:
Cut the blanks using tin snips (21 mm x 100 mm or so) out of 0.8 mm brass sheet.
Flatten the blanks as they get bent during cutting.
Drill and deburr one pivot hole in each blank.
Stack the liners and clamp together with a single factory liner as a drilling template, using a 3mm pin through the already drilled hole as location.
Drill the other two holes in the stack - this ensures that they're all in the same place.
Separate out the stack and deburr the holes as necessary
Rebuild the stack with a factory liner at each end to act as a guide for the sanding - bolt and rivet together tightly.
Hacksaw as much material from the outside as possible.
Use belt sander to get the outer edges close to the liners.
Use a combination of hack and fret saw to remove the material from the middle.
Belt sand the bits in the middle you can get to.
Keep going at the shaping with files until very close to the shape of the factory liners, then switch to aluminium oxide/silicon carbide paper and polish to finish.
I'll mod me a SAK or three, one day :tu:
You really should. :pok:
Post by: magentus on November 09, 2015, 01:00:20 PM
will it have a fish scaler?Fret saw? You're cutting them manually?!Yeah, a SAK of mass destruction
I'm both jealous and inspired. I'll mod me a SAK or three, one day :tu:
And I'll call it magentus' silence (at last)...
Post by: firiki on November 09, 2015, 01:19:57 PM
will it have a fish scaler?Fret saw? You're cutting them manually?!Yeah, a SAK of mass destruction
I'm both jealous and inspired. I'll mod me a SAK or three, one day :tu:
And I'll call it magentus' silence (at last)...
Yes, it is useful in pic-nics and other occasions. It will be called magentus' sorrow :angel:
Post by: firiki on November 09, 2015, 01:29:01 PM
Fret saw? You're cutting them manually?!
I'm both jealous and inspired.
:salute:
Yep, all manual - except for the belt sander.
The way I do it is:
Cut the blanks using tin snips (21 mm x 100 mm or so) out of 0.8 mm brass sheet.
Flatten the blanks as they get bent during cutting.
Drill and deburr one pivot hole in each blank.
Stack the liners and clamp together with a single factory liner as a drilling template, using a 3mm pin through the already drilled hole as location.
Drill the other two holes in the stack - this ensures that they're all in the same place.
Separate out the stack and deburr the holes as necessary
Rebuild the stack with a factory liner at each end to act as a guide for the sanding - bolt and rivet together tightly.
Hacksaw as much material from the outside as possible.
Use belt sander to get the outer edges close to the liners.
Use a combination of hack and fret saw to remove the material from the middle.
Belt sand the bits in the middle you can get to.
Keep going at the shaping with files until very close to the shape of the factory liners, then switch to aluminium oxide/silicon carbide paper and polish to finish.I'll mod me a SAK or three, one day :tu:
You really should. :pok:
I'm certainly eager but if this is to happen radical changes must be made in my life first. Like, getting a bench to work on and getting some more tools and a place to put said bench, also finding the time. Baby is the top priority right now though, things are tough I can tell you. Alternatively, if only I could manage to be granted free access to a friend's workplace...
Thanks for the description of the process :tu: I'm not sure if you're encouraging me or demoralising me, though. :D
Post by: hiraethus on November 09, 2015, 03:11:26 PM
You don't need much to get started with modding, particularly if you're doing cellidor stuff - a drill, some files, punches and a hammer will do to start with. You could use my tools anytime you like, but I guess it's not that convenient. Time seems to be my most precious commodity.
Post by: magentus on November 09, 2015, 03:17:37 PM
Totally understand about the time kids need, and hope that all's well.
You don't need much to get started with modding, particularly if you're doing cellidor stuff - a drill, some files, punches and a hammer will do to start with. You could use my tools anytime you like, but I guess it's not that convenient. Time seems to be my most precious commodity.
What H says.
For basic modding you really don't need much at all in the way of tools. Time is what you need and parenthood doesn't come with an Hermione Granger 'Time Turner'.
Drop your end of times shenanigans though and you'll have plenty of time for modding. :D
Post by: firiki on November 10, 2015, 11:41:02 AM
Totally understand about the time kids need, and hope that all's well.
You don't need much to get started with modding, particularly if you're doing cellidor stuff - a drill, some files, punches and a hammer will do to start with. You could use my tools anytime you like, but I guess it's not that convenient. Time seems to be my most precious commodity.
So far so good. Thank you. :salute: During workdays and if there's nothing else to do after work I get to see the lil' one for about an hour before bedtime routine, I give him that so we can spend some more time together. His mum is also working so in the weekends we try to spend as much time together as a family as possible while getting everything else done as well :ahhh
In 91mm size, the Huntsman and Handyman models have me covered. Alox is what I'd like to mod. :climber: That's a very kind offer on your behalf, I'm afraid hopping on a plane to the UK every now and then would be a tad inpracticable, though. On the other hand, my friend works at a place equipped with all sorts of tools but he doesn't own the place :-\
Bottom line is I need a clamp vise and a drill first, then get my priorities all set and then just take the leap. Hopefully you all will be hearing about how that went :cheers:
What H says.
For basic modding you really don't need much at all in the way of tools. Time is what you need and parenthood doesn't come with an Hermione Granger 'Time Turner'.
Drop your end of times shenanigans though and you'll have plenty of time for modding. :D
But... this is who I am and what I do! I must show the kid how it's done :pok:
I doubt they'd like to see me try my hand at modding SAKs at work. Letting me usurp the computer when things are calm is enough, I should think ;)
Post by: magentus on November 10, 2015, 12:15:56 PM
will it have a fish scaler?Fret saw? You're cutting them manually?!Yeah, a SAK of mass destruction
I'm both jealous and inspired. I'll mod me a SAK or three, one day :tu:
And I'll call it magentus' silence (at last)...
Yes, it is useful in pic-nics and other occasions. It will be called magentus' sorrow :angel:
'magentus' sorrow' has a ring to it. Like one of Iain Banks spaceship names. I like it and approve. I hope this doesn't upset you further.
Post by: firiki on November 10, 2015, 12:40:25 PM
will it have a fish scaler?Fret saw? You're cutting them manually?!Yeah, a SAK of mass destruction
I'm both jealous and inspired. I'll mod me a SAK or three, one day :tu:
And I'll call it magentus' silence (at last)...
Yes, it is useful in pic-nics and other occasions. It will be called magentus' sorrow :angel:
'magentus' sorrow' has a ring to it. Like one of Iain Banks spaceship names. I like it and approve. I hope this doesn't upset you further.
On the contrary, I am pleased to hear that. Just that, you're the one that's supposed to be upset by magentus' sorrow when put to use ??? :think:
Post by: magentus on November 10, 2015, 12:48:29 PM
And yet here I am as chipper as a dog with a bone! Strange eh? Almost like I have no real worries at all!will it have a fish scaler?Fret saw? You're cutting them manually?!Yeah, a SAK of mass destruction
I'm both jealous and inspired. I'll mod me a SAK or three, one day :tu:
And I'll call it magentus' silence (at last)...
Yes, it is useful in pic-nics and other occasions. It will be called magentus' sorrow :angel:
'magentus' sorrow' has a ring to it. Like one of Iain Banks spaceship names. I like it and approve. I hope this doesn't upset you further.
On the contrary, I am pleased to hear that. Just that, you're the one that's supposed to be upset by magentus' sorrow when put to use ??? :think:
Post by: firiki on November 10, 2015, 01:07:25 PM
And yet here I am as chipper as a dog with a bone! Strange eh? Almost like I have no real worries at all!will it have a fish scaler?Fret saw? You're cutting them manually?!Yeah, a SAK of mass destruction
I'm both jealous and inspired. I'll mod me a SAK or three, one day :tu:
And I'll call it magentus' silence (at last)...
Yes, it is useful in pic-nics and other occasions. It will be called magentus' sorrow :angel:
'magentus' sorrow' has a ring to it. Like one of Iain Banks spaceship names. I like it and approve. I hope this doesn't upset you further.
On the contrary, I am pleased to hear that. Just that, you're the one that's supposed to be upset by magentus' sorrow when put to use ??? :think:
Bonkers seems more acurate to me :D. Fear can do that to a man, you know...
Post by: magentus on November 10, 2015, 01:09:50 PM
I may be suffering from Blechkoller.And yet here I am as chipper as a dog with a bone! Strange eh? Almost like I have no real worries at all!will it have a fish scaler?Fret saw? You're cutting them manually?!Yeah, a SAK of mass destruction
I'm both jealous and inspired. I'll mod me a SAK or three, one day :tu:
And I'll call it magentus' silence (at last)...
Yes, it is useful in pic-nics and other occasions. It will be called magentus' sorrow :angel:
'magentus' sorrow' has a ring to it. Like one of Iain Banks spaceship names. I like it and approve. I hope this doesn't upset you further.
On the contrary, I am pleased to hear that. Just that, you're the one that's supposed to be upset by magentus' sorrow when put to use ??? :think:
Bonkers seems more acurate to me :D. Fear can do that to a man, you know...
Post by: firiki on November 10, 2015, 01:18:36 PM
The Beatles- Yellow Submarine
Post by: magentus on November 11, 2015, 03:03:44 PM
My Spargel keeps misting up so even I don't know where I am. :facepalm:
Post by: hiraethus on November 11, 2015, 11:08:51 PM
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/741/22926242496_1f87afb017_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/AVUZa3)
Still need to tidy the edges and give them a polish, but it was getting late.
Post by: zoidberg on November 11, 2015, 11:12:45 PM
Post by: hiraethus on November 11, 2015, 11:39:30 PM
Post by: firiki on November 11, 2015, 11:58:12 PM
If only life aboard my U Boat was like that.
My Spargel keeps misting up so even I don't know where I am. :facepalm:
Someone's starting to crack, I see... >:D
Post by: firiki on November 11, 2015, 11:59:58 PM
Finished shaping the liners tonight:
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/741/22926242496_1f87afb017_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/AVUZa3)
Still need to tidy the edges and give them a polish, but it was getting late.
:tu: :tu:
:facepalm: :D
Post by: Huntsman on November 12, 2015, 04:40:05 AM
This mod is a subtle one:
Well it was too subtle for me - with that photo H - for a few days
But I think I just worked it out.....
Compact with corkscrew converted to Phillips - and new scales??
Amazed at your liner production factory - That looks like hard work - Nice share - Thanks
Post by: hiraethus on November 12, 2015, 09:45:45 AM
Well it was too subtle for me - with that photo H - for a few days
But I think I just worked it out.....
Compact with corkscrew converted to Phillips - and new scales??
New scales, yes - but not a Compact. Just a Tinker, but I ground the keyring loop off. 8)
Amazed at your liner production factory - That looks like hard work - Nice share - Thanks
:salute: Cheaper than water jetting, but only if you're prepared to spend a few hours grinding and filing. I find it quite therapeutic.
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on November 12, 2015, 03:30:15 PM
Well it was too subtle for me - with that photo H - for a few days
But I think I just worked it out.....
Compact with corkscrew converted to Phillips - and new scales??
New scales, yes - but not a Compact. Just a Tinker, but I ground the keyring loop off. 8)Amazed at your liner production factory - That looks like hard work - Nice share - Thanks
:salute: Cheaper than water jetting, but only if you're prepared to spend a few hours grinding and filing. I find it quite therapeutic.
So I just send you my SAKs and you install them right?
Post by: hiraethus on November 12, 2015, 04:18:51 PM
So I just send you my SAKs and you install them right?
Sure. No guarantee you'll get them back ... ;)
Post by: ALM on November 17, 2015, 07:08:08 PM
TTT - Titanium Tool Tinker 91 mm
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Titanium Spartan Limited Edition Damast 2014 + scissors
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Ti 111mm
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Post by: lowtech on November 18, 2015, 10:45:22 PM
Post by: ALM on November 20, 2015, 08:20:48 PM
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Post by: HarleyXJGuy on November 21, 2015, 05:10:21 AM
Post by: chris.customworks on November 30, 2015, 10:54:08 AM
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Post by: ALM on December 04, 2015, 06:41:52 PM
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Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 05, 2015, 12:21:26 AM
Post by: willfcc on December 05, 2015, 02:32:53 AM
Will
Post by: Huntsman on December 05, 2015, 05:30:32 AM
7 layers of tools.
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Sir Champalox
Say it like Lancelot!! Not Champ-alox
Post by: Monrogue on December 05, 2015, 07:21:52 AM
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Post by: SteveC on December 05, 2015, 06:11:05 PM
Very cool ALM
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+1 :drool:
Post by: ALM on December 09, 2015, 09:55:23 PM
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Ti Pioneer . Pocket clip and a special cut-out slot for 1/4" bits
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Post by: Sparky415 on December 09, 2015, 10:09:29 PM
:ahhh
I'm loving all your work ALM :salute:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 09, 2015, 10:38:55 PM
Titanium Tool FirstmateOMG, that blue is freaking beautiful, I love the compass rose too!
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Ti Pioneer . Pocket clip and a special cut-out slot for 1/4" bits
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JR
Post by: s1xty7 on December 10, 2015, 12:49:27 AM
Post by: NetsNJ on December 10, 2015, 04:53:49 AM
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 10, 2015, 07:28:20 AM
Post by: magentus on December 10, 2015, 10:27:57 AM
ALM move to America and live with me.ALM ignore that request if you want to make any money from your amazing work. That Harley will suck the life out of you and leave you in the gutter. PM Monrogue for the shizzle if you don't believe me.
Amazing work BTW - That First Mate is First Rate. See what I did there.
Post by: Monrogue on December 10, 2015, 08:04:43 PM
That Harley can be cold as iceALM move to America and live with me.ALM ignore that request if you want to make any money from your amazing work. That Harley will suck the life out of you and leave you in the gutter. PM Monrogue for the shizzle if you don't believe me.
Amazing work BTW - That First Mate is First Rate. See what I did there.
:rofl:
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Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 14, 2015, 02:15:29 AM
That Harley can be cold as iceALM move to America and live with me.ALM ignore that request if you want to make any money from your amazing work. That Harley will suck the life out of you and leave you in the gutter. PM Monrogue for the shizzle if you don't believe me.
Amazing work BTW - That First Mate is First Rate. See what I did there.
:rofl:
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While all this is true it will be an amazing ride....for a little while.
Post by: Monrogue on December 14, 2015, 02:51:50 AM
I can't deny thatThat Harley can be cold as iceALM move to America and live with me.ALM ignore that request if you want to make any money from your amazing work. That Harley will suck the life out of you and leave you in the gutter. PM Monrogue for the shizzle if you don't believe me.
Amazing work BTW - That First Mate is First Rate. See what I did there.
:rofl:
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While all this is true it will be an amazing ride....for a little while.
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Post by: magentus on December 14, 2015, 02:53:00 PM
That Harley can be cold as iceALM move to America and live with me.ALM ignore that request if you want to make any money from your amazing work. That Harley will suck the life out of you and leave you in the gutter. PM Monrogue for the shizzle if you don't believe me.
Amazing work BTW - That First Mate is First Rate. See what I did there.
:rofl:
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While all this is true it will be an amazing ride....for a little while.
I have heard from several sources that the ride will be a short one.
Post by: Monrogue on December 14, 2015, 02:59:02 PM
That Harley can be cold as iceALM move to America and live with me.ALM ignore that request if you want to make any money from your amazing work. That Harley will suck the life out of you and leave you in the gutter. PM Monrogue for the shizzle if you don't believe me.
Amazing work BTW - That First Mate is First Rate. See what I did there.
:rofl:
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While all this is true it will be an amazing ride....for a little while.
I have heard from several sources that the ride will be a short one.
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Post by: chris.customworks on December 15, 2015, 11:03:28 AM
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Post by: firiki on December 15, 2015, 11:14:57 AM
Enhanced Red Alox Damascus Rancher!
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Oooh, that one is mighty impressive! Did I say :gimme: yet?
Post by: Monrogue on December 15, 2015, 02:03:14 PM
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Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 16, 2015, 07:13:21 AM
On a 91mm, are there any tools that can share a spring with a 3d Phillips other than the magnifier or led light? I have the shorter version 3d Phillips that came out of a Spartan Lite. Thanks!
One of the short blades maybe?
I am sure someone with a clue will be along to sort you out.
Post by: hiraethus on December 16, 2015, 10:54:46 AM
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/652/23418116899_15d9de4b7d_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/BFnYhc)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/757/23677584732_63af082a67_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/C5iP2w)
There's a bit of a mark on the shield scale near the cap lifter pivot where I slipped with the dremel, but otherwise I'm very happy with this one. I might swap the scales if I can be bothered, but this is a user for me. Very good snap on all tools (except the scissors, but that's to be expected if you're using a Solo spring) and it went together easily.
Post by: s1xty7 on December 16, 2015, 04:03:37 PM
On a 91mm, are there any tools that can share a spring with a 3d Phillips other than the magnifier or led light? I have the shorter version 3d Phillips that came out of a Spartan Lite. Thanks!
I'm not an expert but I've been doing some research around the inline phillips and on 91mm the light and magnifier are the only things that will fit I've ran across. There are probably exceptions for modified tools, such as a custom shortened or reprofiled flathead/bottle opener. Now, the newer stubby inline will sit opposite the bottle opener or can opener (or both) on a 93mm from what I've seen.
Good luck! The inline phillips is a cool tool!
Post by: shibafu on January 01, 2016, 12:50:16 PM
Post by: magentus on January 05, 2016, 01:00:19 PM
My first mod, a Cybertool 36: Cybertool 34 minus pliers, plus metal file and back-side small screwdriver. It took me all afternoon to do it but I'm happy with the result.
That is a lovely mod Shizzle - Great choice of scales too :salute:
Post by: windson on January 06, 2016, 09:53:10 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/5XmBBx4.jpg)
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 06, 2016, 10:23:10 PM
My first mod, a Cybertool 36: Cybertool 34 minus pliers, plus metal file and back-side small screwdriver. It took me all afternoon to do it but I'm happy with the result.
That is a lovely mod Shizzle - Great choice of scales too :salute:
Meh I suppose green is ok.
Post by: shibafu on January 07, 2016, 11:16:00 AM
Not made by me, but MINE now:
Looks good in white. I plan to do a Yeoman soon and I was considering going for white scales, I think your picture has just confirmed it.
Post by: magentus on January 07, 2016, 11:23:47 AM
Green is for envy.My first mod, a Cybertool 36: Cybertool 34 minus pliers, plus metal file and back-side small screwdriver. It took me all afternoon to do it but I'm happy with the result.
That is a lovely mod Shizzle - Great choice of scales too :salute:
Meh I suppose green is ok.
Post by: hiraethus on January 07, 2016, 12:01:20 PM
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1480/23932379130_9af5490ce1_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CsPGwo)
Post by: windson on January 07, 2016, 03:33:09 PM
Indeed. The white looks even better in person.Not made by me, but MINE now:
Looks good in white. I plan to do a Yeoman soon and I was considering going for white scales, I think your picture has just confirmed it.
Post by: twiliter on January 07, 2016, 06:10:41 PM
Tweaked my Pioneer Fettler again, replaced the pen blade with an electrician's blade:
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1480/23932379130_9af5490ce1_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CsPGwo)
Fettler gets additional fettling, nice! :cheers:
Post by: lowtech on January 07, 2016, 07:30:03 PM
On a 91mm, are there any tools that can share a spring with a 3d Phillips other than the magnifier or led light? I have the shorter version 3d Phillips that came out of a Spartan Lite. Thanks!
I'm not an expert but I've been doing some research around the inline phillips and on 91mm the light and magnifier are the only things that will fit I've ran across. There are probably exceptions for modified tools, such as a custom shortened or reprofiled flathead/bottle opener. Now, the newer stubby inline will sit opposite the bottle opener or can opener (or both) on a 93mm from what I've seen.
Good luck! The inline phillips is a cool tool!
IIRC there have been a few mods made with teh Wenger wrench across the Phillips - I don´t know hoa intricate teh workinvolved is, but I think I remember hanksolon did a few mods like that.
Post by: m47mu74nt on January 18, 2016, 09:57:25 AM
A micarta Compact and a Ti Classic (flame anodized)
(http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj631/m47mu74nt/4774-01/v1ct021n0X/custom-scaled_SAKs_zpsye1m9dqt.jpg)
More pictures on my 'own' thread :) ==> http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,64155.0.html
Obviously that's not on the level of most guys over here, but that's my first attempts ;)
Post by: temo on January 21, 2016, 04:36:46 PM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160121/e55c05fbdd4ec978921f8984a2f37419.jpg)
Prototype, scissors and hook. Well at least it is slim..
Post by: temo on January 23, 2016, 11:29:45 AM
To handyman I did add philips:
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160123/d1eb0f85b702c247fcef03c2772a8cf1.jpg)
It starts to be quite close to swisschamp. Though different oder of tools and I think one layer missing vs swiss champ. Still add scales and this I keep. Maybe carry more often as well.
Post by: m47mu74nt on January 23, 2016, 06:53:09 PM
From prototype I think I redo and add screw driver / opener layer (2 layer tool).
To handyman I did add philips:
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160123/d1eb0f85b702c247fcef03c2772a8cf1.jpg)
It starts to be quite close to swisschamp. Though different oder of tools and I think one layer missing vs swiss champ. Still add scales and this I keep. Maybe carry more often as well.
nice :)
i'm not messing with tools yet :whistle:
Here are the Ti scales i made for a Sentry: step by step (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,64155.0.html) should be updated tomorrow
Anodized Ti doesn't like pictures, the pic is sooooooo far from reality for the colors :facepalm:
Post by: Syph007 on January 23, 2016, 07:31:35 PM
Post by: temo on January 23, 2016, 11:24:54 PM
Here are the Ti scales i made for a Sentry: step by step (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,64155.0.html) should be updated tomorrow
Those are nice, and good to have step by step pics. I again started to mess with the tools and planning scales. Hardest part was to locate correct size riverts and first layers (specially screw driver / opener layer was quite tight to set up). Now used original scales still:
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160123/7642a9a199dc566cbce67030f692dff2.jpg)
Post by: Sheradin on January 24, 2016, 01:38:07 AM
Edit- Pliers came out too... duh. :)
Post by: Sheradin on January 24, 2016, 11:04:44 PM
No going back now...
(http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/ad56/scout24cpf/IMG_0402.jpg)
(http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/ad56/scout24cpf/IMG_0403.jpg)
(http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/ad56/scout24cpf/IMG_0408.jpg)
A few layers in.
(http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/ad56/scout24cpf/IMG_0405.jpg)
(http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/ad56/scout24cpf/IMG_0413.jpg)
(http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/ad56/scout24cpf/IMG_0411.jpg)
Post by: hiraethus on January 24, 2016, 11:32:37 PM
Post by: temo on January 25, 2016, 12:47:30 AM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160124/b8c0e5b6edb6ad7377ff1c3a0f647221.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160124/d4f8ce1bddb1e8e98f0fec11190f1fb2.jpg)
Getting to be close to get friend for supertool. Vic "leather". Though don't know how well leather will last on scale.
Post by: hiraethus on January 27, 2016, 11:04:12 AM
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1574/24534583472_647a84e8da_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Do39TS)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1579/24616753496_161e8be426_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Dviibq)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1695/24016139583_b9499e683f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CAdZA8)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1647/24014796654_9337b82760_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CA77ob)
I've tried to keep this vaguely period correct with an older Explorer - thicker blade with plain liners, keyring on the small blade spacer, grooved corkscrew, grey mag/longer phillips, screwed scissors with no hook and gen II pliers. The order isn't how Victorinox would do it though, I've swapped the pliers and phillips/magnifier layer to make the phillips easier to use.
Post by: hiraethus on January 27, 2016, 11:06:10 AM
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1661/24642936965_e97fd54920_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DxBuBx)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1628/24534581062_d493ecfb7b_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Do39bj)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1454/24642935675_1e5c202792_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DxBuei)
All latest-generation parts, no keyring, fine driver instead of the chisel on the file, and a nail file on the hook.
Post by: Fortytwo on January 27, 2016, 11:15:49 AM
I did continue to next slim scissor prototype. Added layer but still quite slim:
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160124/b8c0e5b6edb6ad7377ff1c3a0f647221.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160124/d4f8ce1bddb1e8e98f0fec11190f1fb2.jpg)
Getting to be close to get friend for supertool. Vic "leather". Though don't know how well leather will last on scale.
I'd be most afraid of what will happen to those rivets. The risk seems high that they'll cut into the leather and you'll start getting play in the tools.
Post by: temo on January 27, 2016, 11:51:33 AM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160127/b43cc173be6154697c806b4ab2e0ee89.jpg)
Post by: magentus on January 27, 2016, 12:02:30 PM
Troubleshooter:Veeeeeeeeerrrrrrry nice H - gotta get one of those hooks one day.
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1661/24642936965_e97fd54920_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DxBuBx)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1628/24534581062_d493ecfb7b_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Do39bj)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1454/24642935675_1e5c202792_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DxBuei)
All latest-generation parts, no keyring, fine driver instead of the chisel on the file, and a nail file on the hook.
Post by: hiraethus on January 27, 2016, 12:22:19 PM
Post by: magentus on January 27, 2016, 12:29:46 PM
Post by: hiraethus on January 27, 2016, 12:33:35 PM
Post by: magentus on January 27, 2016, 12:37:05 PM
Post by: m47mu74nt on January 27, 2016, 05:27:10 PM
Yes it will not be long life solution. Leather glued and rivets go quite much through leather. I did leave just scissors and use until have time and idea to make better scale..
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160127/b43cc173be6154697c806b4ab2e0ee89.jpg)
What about stabilizing leather in epoxy resin? (either a kind of leather micarta or leather inclusion in resin)
Post by: temo on January 27, 2016, 06:23:11 PM
Post by: temo on January 31, 2016, 05:04:55 PM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160131/28b8fb822922d2c0b13e5fc3c57f1693.jpg)
Original scales had trouble to stay place with mod riverts so did scales from chopping board. Ice blue mod. Not the winner of beauty contest but quite okay to handle.
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 02, 2016, 01:18:28 AM
Also working on GAK rebuilds. Top row is all VIC with new blades except for one.
Bottom row are mix-and-match rebuilds of other brands...two Adlers, Aitor and a B&H. Still have a pile of them to work on...mostly ICARs
Post by: kirk13 on February 02, 2016, 01:32:30 AM
Finished this one with an inline awl. The awl had a broken tip, so I had to shorten it a little.
Also working on GAK rebuilds. Top row is all VIC with new blades except for one.
Bottom row are mix-and-match rebuilds of other brands...two Adlers, Aitor and a B&H. Still have a pile of them to work on...mostly ICARs
That's nice Spork,looks like a real workmanship SAK :tu:
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 02, 2016, 01:42:21 AM
I've sorted out enough parts for three Woodsman...they are going to replace the SAKs that live permanently in packs I use. Currently there is a Rucksack, Huntsman and Camper.
Post by: magentus on February 02, 2016, 12:01:59 PM
Finished this one with an inline awl. The awl had a broken tip, so I had to shorten it a little.Lovely Spork! Out of interest (as I'm about to embark on a mod myself) did the awl drop in ok as it is?
Also working on GAK rebuilds. Top row is all VIC with new blades except for one.
Bottom row are mix-and-match rebuilds of other brands...two Adlers, Aitor and a B&H. Still have a pile of them to work on...mostly ICARs
Looking forward to pics of the Woodsmen - my fave SAK! :salute:
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 02, 2016, 02:49:36 PM
Spring tension is good...walks and talks. I was a little bit apprehensive because of the slightly larger pivot hole and the tang seeming to be a hair thicker, but it seems to work.Finished this one with an inline awl. The awl had a broken tip, so I had to shorten it a little.Lovely Spork! Out of interest (as I'm about to embark on a mod myself) did the awl drop in ok as it is?
Also working on GAK rebuilds. Top row is all VIC with new blades except for one.
Bottom row are mix-and-match rebuilds of other brands...two Adlers, Aitor and a B&H. Still have a pile of them to work on...mostly ICARs
Looking forward to pics of the Woodsmen - my fave SAK! :salute:
Post by: magentus on February 02, 2016, 02:59:39 PM
I see you have set it in behind the cap lifter - does the edge of the awl sit on the cap lifter nicely? Do you have any more pics? Sorry for al lthe questionsbut it's been an ambition of mine to do this for a while. Great to see you've done it!
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 02, 2016, 03:11:56 PM
Post by: magentus on February 02, 2016, 03:16:28 PM
Post by: Syph007 on February 02, 2016, 03:48:15 PM
Spring tension is good...walks and talks. I was a little bit apprehensive because of the slightly larger pivot hole and the tang seeming to be a hair thicker, but it seems to work.Finished this one with an inline awl. The awl had a broken tip, so I had to shorten it a little.Lovely Spork! Out of interest (as I'm about to embark on a mod myself) did the awl drop in ok as it is?
Also working on GAK rebuilds. Top row is all VIC with new blades except for one.
Bottom row are mix-and-match rebuilds of other brands...two Adlers, Aitor and a B&H. Still have a pile of them to work on...mostly ICARs
Looking forward to pics of the Woodsmen - my fave SAK! :salute:
Ya I thought the same, but the slightly oversize hole didnt seem to matter. Vic does the same when they add the eblade and pruner to the xlt's and bigger ones.
Im sure I have extra new awls from 93s if anyone is needing any for mods. I did 93mm mods for years and lots of them had small blades or other in place of the awls, so I ended up with many spares.
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 03, 2016, 12:45:49 AM
It's in the normal position in lieu of the pen blade. I think the reflections in the photo make it look reversed :think: I'll have to take another photo of the blades closed later...
Here we go....
Post by: Syph007 on February 03, 2016, 01:49:25 AM
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 03, 2016, 02:22:54 AM
Did you thin down the spacer under the blade tip since the awl is a bit thicker than small blade? I did this on the ones I built, but Im not convinced it was necessary.
I did not...just banged it in as it was...thought about it, but the extra thickness was very minimal.
Post by: hiraethus on February 03, 2016, 09:58:15 AM
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1538/24421627449_33aeb3772f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Dd4e1e)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1663/24671476342_5ae9bba7ba_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DA8LnL)
Hand made brass liners and small blade spacer. Note poor finish on edges of scale; thanks Victorinox. ::)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1536/24671475732_c1ca345ff9_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DA8Lcf)
Post by: mrynnr on February 03, 2016, 10:09:24 AM
Post by: sLaughterMed on February 03, 2016, 02:46:51 PM
Post by: Flint Hills on February 03, 2016, 05:13:09 PM
Black and red Pioneer, with scissors added and pen blade in place of the can opener.
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1538/24421627449_33aeb3772f_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Dd4e1e)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1663/24671476342_5ae9bba7ba_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DA8LnL)
Hand made brass liners and small blade spacer. Note poor finish on edges of scale; thanks Victorinox. ::)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1536/24671475732_c1ca345ff9_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DA8Lcf)
Nice work! Did the pen blade drop right in place of the can opener with no mods? Is it one from a 91mm?
Post by: hiraethus on February 03, 2016, 05:55:44 PM
Post by: Flint Hills on February 03, 2016, 07:35:11 PM
Thank you! Other than drilling the pivot to 3mm and bending the blade inwards to clear the cap lifter it's as standard on the 91mm knives.
Could you describe how you go about bending a blade? I'm scared i'll snap it.
Post by: hiraethus on February 03, 2016, 07:51:24 PM
Post by: Syph007 on February 03, 2016, 08:13:39 PM
I just grip the blade in soft jaws in a vice so only the tang sticks out then gently bend the tang with some pliers. I do worry about them snapping but the Vic steel is quite ductile.
Yup the blade tip can break off, but if beding form the base youd have to bend like 45 degrees to get it to snap. I have tested springs and they will bent 90 degrees without breaking.
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 06, 2016, 12:36:35 AM
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on February 06, 2016, 02:37:02 AM
Finished my Woodsman project...
So much win in a Woodsman.
Wish I would have bought one from Mexico when I had the chance.
Post by: hiraethus on February 06, 2016, 10:37:48 AM
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1504/24220079354_a96d4aeb0b_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CUfeM5)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1463/24220082164_a58bde05a9_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CUffBw)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1489/24220102304_dda9d775b7_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CUfmAL)
Post by: Sparky415 on February 06, 2016, 03:45:00 PM
Thats just nice! :tu:
and I really like the black and brass of the one above :drool:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 06, 2016, 05:52:49 PM
+1
Thats just nice! :tu:
and I really like the black and brass of the one above :drool:
:D
JR
Post by: hiraethus on February 06, 2016, 09:43:33 PM
Post by: mrynnr on February 06, 2016, 09:56:53 PM
Post by: Psych on February 07, 2016, 07:52:02 PM
Post by: windson on February 07, 2016, 10:21:42 PM
This is my custom TI explorer made by Syph and further customized by me. I love this tool and I have carried and used it daily since I got it almost 6 months ago despite having a pretty decent collection of SAKs available to use.
Very cool. What did you use to dye the plastic parts? And did you take the whole thing apart for that?
Post by: Psych on February 07, 2016, 10:34:51 PM
This is my custom TI explorer made by Syph and further customized by me. I love this tool and I have carried and used it daily since I got it almost 6 months ago despite having a pretty decent collection of SAKs available to use.
Very cool. What did you use to dye the plastic parts? And did you take the whole thing apart for that?
I did take the whole thing apart. To dye the plastic parts, I made a double boiler and boiled Fiebing's black oil dye with the plastic pieces immersed for several minutes. It is unnecessary to take the lens out of the magnifying glass. I attempted this with spare parts first because it took me a few tries to get the timing worked out so that plastic mag glass holder didn't warp or crack. Once the technique was perfected, the results were great and the dye actually absorbed into the pores of the plastic, so it will not come off. The mini screwdriver was much easier to dye. Just as a warning, there's some pretty nasty fumes that come off of the dye when it boils and the dye is flammable, so of course I would not recommend you do this process and I am not responsible for any damages or injuries that may occur from any such attempt.
Post by: Jon on February 11, 2016, 12:07:41 PM
Waiter to Apprentice
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/16/02/11/cdc52aa9605453e3b7a13f7aa3ba7f8f.jpg)
Cheers
Jon
Post by: magentus on February 11, 2016, 01:37:25 PM
Post by: Jon on February 11, 2016, 02:50:09 PM
Great place to start Jon - nice mod. Given the success of your first try are you tempted to do anything else?
Yeah I definitely want to try something else, not sure what yet, preferably something else easy and cheapish. A compact with the Phillips mod looks like it would be pretty useful too. Eventually I'd like to do something like a Huntsman but with pliers instead of scissors if that's even possible?
Cheers
Jon
Post by: magentus on February 11, 2016, 03:10:55 PM
Post by: shibafu on February 11, 2016, 03:46:49 PM
Yeah I definitely want to try something else, not sure what yet, preferably something else easy and cheapish. A compact with the Phillips mod looks like it would be pretty useful too. Eventually I'd like to do something like a Huntsman but with pliers instead of scissors if that's even possible?
Since you're in the UK the DofE model is readily available - that's almost a compact with phillips, if you don't mind the round-nosed blade. Someone recently posted a nice re-profiling of the blade to a sheepsfoot shape, I can't find the post at the moment though.
Huntsman with pliers instead of scissors (or Camper + pliers if you prefer) would certainly be possible. As far as I can tell, that combination has never been a standard model so it would be an interesting mod. The Motorist is the nearest former production model that combines pliers and wood saw I think, but that also has the scissors.
Post by: shibafu on February 11, 2016, 03:49:01 PM
It's very possible. If you get hold of a Champ or a Swisschamp you can remove the layers you don't want and re-peen it using the same pins. Quite an easy process (as long as you don't screw up and/or lose the bushings) ask me how I know. :facepalm:
Handyman would also be a good starting point, a bit cheaper than a SwissChamp but you don't get the plus scales.
Post by: Zed on February 12, 2016, 06:38:21 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 16, 2016, 07:24:57 PM
Here's a few pics, sorry their not the best..
The kids soon to be deadpool setup on the left and my idk what to call it, who's black and blue? I can't wait for the scales to get in, my sak will have blue scales, and the kids will have one red and one black,,
JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/0641f4cadb62efb7245df4d23167f7cd_zps3pouyxuq.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 18, 2016, 09:22:10 PM
JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/4eed84fc23350f3bd95632f7d0bf4826_zps7v9rhgfk.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 20, 2016, 09:21:54 PM
JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/45002d0b8451d758487b3f12fc9ce469_zpsff0m7ahk.jpg)
Post by: magentus on February 21, 2016, 03:59:25 PM
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160221_003_zpsxdvhlwtj.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/WP_20160221_003_zpsxdvhlwtj.jpg.html)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160221_002_zpsmm9fggnx.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/WP_20160221_002_zpsmm9fggnx.jpg.html)
Post by: Toolslinger on February 21, 2016, 05:20:50 PM
Just finished this mod; A Passenger with in line awl instead of small blade:
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160221_003_zpsxdvhlwtj.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/WP_20160221_003_zpsxdvhlwtj.jpg.html)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160221_002_zpsmm9fggnx.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/WP_20160221_002_zpsmm9fggnx.jpg.html)
Nice mod Mags. That's a nice layout of tools there. What's on the backside?
Post by: magentus on February 21, 2016, 06:38:23 PM
Post by: windson on February 21, 2016, 07:42:36 PM
Cheers T-Sizzle. :salute: On the back is a corkscrew and another awl :facepalm:Almost a reason to replace the backside awl with the hook and nail file.
Post by: lowtech on February 21, 2016, 08:18:35 PM
;)Cheers T-Sizzle. :salute: On the back is a corkscrew and another awl :facepalm:Almost a reason to replace the backside awl with the hook and nail file.
Post by: Monrogue on February 21, 2016, 09:10:36 PM
I agree :tu:Cheers T-Sizzle. :salute: On the back is a corkscrew and another awl :facepalm:Almost a reason to replace the backside awl with the hook and nail file.
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Post by: Toolslinger on February 22, 2016, 01:27:29 AM
I agree :tu:Cheers T-Sizzle. :salute: On the back is a corkscrew and another awl :facepalm:Almost a reason to replace the backside awl with the hook and nail file.
Sent from my SM-G920R4 using Tapatalk
I second :tu:
:cheers:
Post by: magentus on February 22, 2016, 09:38:23 AM
I looked into it, but the hook would need filing back to fit and I don't have the tools or the time at the moment. Or the hook with the file. Maybe one day I'll redo it with the hook.I agree :tu:Cheers T-Sizzle. :salute: On the back is a corkscrew and another awl :facepalm:Almost a reason to replace the backside awl with the hook and nail file.
Sent from my SM-G920R4 using Tapatalk
I second :tu:
:cheers:
Aside from having 2 awls I'm really pleased with the outcome.
Post by: hiraethus on February 22, 2016, 10:27:03 AM
Post by: magentus on February 22, 2016, 10:42:33 AM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fF-veQaIDQA:rofl: Oh Vic and Bob. Uncle Pete smells of marzipan.
Post by: alorora on February 22, 2016, 01:09:12 PM
This is my tenth SAK mod, I did this for my very personal amusement (still laughing about this :D), The blade is from a fake spyderco dragon fly: cheap Chinese knockoff, so I had no quarrels ruining the blade. I had to grind a lot off to make this fit properly, but since there is a lot of steel on the belly of this knife and because its is a fake it was worth it. The snap action is very tight but a one handed thumb opening can still be achieved. Bwahahaha.
about the SAK it is a full titanium scale replacement done by hand(really pain in the butt), and the liner is brass. The tools are; a spydercoish looking knife; bantam bottle opener/flat head screwdriver; scissors; Phillips screwdriver; and an awl. Still looking to make improvements to my mods.
Post by: magentus on February 22, 2016, 01:14:34 PM
Great first post! Great mod! Any pics of your others? As you know, we lurvvvvvve pics. :salute:
Post by: alorora on February 22, 2016, 01:28:17 PM
Unfortunately, I don't have many pics. I will have to get some. I made four SAK's for my friends and family I will have to get them back to get pics lol. I will post back when I get them.
Two of the SAKs in the pics are no longer with me....... I was not happy with how they turned out so I took them apart and remade then into other saks. The Wenger still needs to be remade, the next time I remake it though I am planning on punting the pliers and scissors back in it. The one thing that really bugged me was how the cross turned out. I didn't have steady enough hands.
Post by: Monrogue on February 22, 2016, 03:19:20 PM
:o+1 and welcome alorora!
Great first post! Great mod! Any pics of your others? As you know, we lurvvvvvve pics. :salute:
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Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 22, 2016, 09:45:40 PM
JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/c1c0e72152b7f8993cf46b6f53c633a3_zps2azlomoy.jpg)
Post by: Monrogue on February 22, 2016, 11:26:40 PM
Phew, done with only 10min before the kid got home! I guess time goes faster if you listen to good music while working? Anyway both of the victorinox Zermatt pouches are DONE! One customed to black/red(deadpool) and the other black/blue, I see none have guessed to who that might be but I say (The Beast) lol.. I made a little collage of the two, as you can see the wife took a pic of me fighting with the string, and the top pic I put both the black/red pouches side by side, you can see the diff, the one i just did is on the left and how it's a double stitch and thicker red. Now just have to wait for the scales to come in, says between tomorrow and next week :( I hate downtime!!Nicely done man
JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/c1c0e72152b7f8993cf46b6f53c633a3_zps2azlomoy.jpg)
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Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 22, 2016, 11:43:17 PM
Ty, just gotta wait till the scales come in, then have to wait till the end of March to give it to my little guy, did I mention I hate downtime?Phew, done with only 10min before the kid got home! I guess time goes faster if you listen to good music while working? Anyway both of the victorinox Zermatt pouches are DONE! One customed to black/red(deadpool) and the other black/blue, I see none have guessed to who that might be but I say (The Beast) lol.. I made a little collage of the two, as you can see the wife took a pic of me fighting with the string, and the top pic I put both the black/red pouches side by side, you can see the diff, the one i just did is on the left and how it's a double stitch and thicker red. Now just have to wait for the scales to come in, says between tomorrow and next week :( I hate downtime!!Nicely done man
JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/c1c0e72152b7f8993cf46b6f53c633a3_zps2azlomoy.jpg)
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JR
Oh yeah, let alone till I can have my own :cry:
Post by: Monrogue on February 23, 2016, 01:18:50 AM
Yeah waiting stinks. It'll be cool to see how he likes it though.Ty, just gotta wait till the scales come in, then have to wait till the end of March to give it to my little guy, did I mention I hate downtime?Phew, done with only 10min before the kid got home! I guess time goes faster if you listen to good music while working? Anyway both of the victorinox Zermatt pouches are DONE! One customed to black/red(deadpool) and the other black/blue, I see none have guessed to who that might be but I say (The Beast) lol.. I made a little collage of the two, as you can see the wife took a pic of me fighting with the string, and the top pic I put both the black/red pouches side by side, you can see the diff, the one i just did is on the left and how it's a double stitch and thicker red. Now just have to wait for the scales to come in, says between tomorrow and next week :( I hate downtime!!Nicely done man
JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/c1c0e72152b7f8993cf46b6f53c633a3_zps2azlomoy.jpg)
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JR
Oh yeah, let alone till I can have my own :cry:
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Post by: Sparky415 on February 23, 2016, 08:36:32 AM
:o
Great first post! Great mod! Any pics of your others? As you know, we lurvvvvvve pics. :salute:
I'm with M on this one, Great work! :salute:
Post by: alorora on February 24, 2016, 07:08:39 AM
:o
Great first post! Great mod! Any pics of your others? As you know, we lurvvvvvve pics. :salute:
I'm with M on this one, Great work! :salute:
Thanks!! Still working on getting more pics.
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 25, 2016, 07:41:07 PM
JR
Sorry for the crappy pic, kinda had to sneak a pic so I threw it on the wife's little table and snuck a pic, if your wondering what's that on the scale it's the reflection of the inside of the lamp shade, no it's not a ufo, but those scales are like a mirror!
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/3084324633e80b4a8e943909dfe6e017_zpspqgmuvzp.jpg)
Post by: sir_mike on February 25, 2016, 08:48:30 PM
Well the beautiful scales came in, I must say the blue is much more of a darker tone then I thought, kinda happy I didn't go with the sapphire ones! Only problem is since we finally had some ugly weather this winter and the kids school closed, and well, I can't work on the sak's since one is his bday gift, lol.. I guess this is where the saying, can't have your cake and eat it too comes in? Mmm cake, now that sounds good :drool:
JR
Sorry for the crappy pic, kinda had to sneak a pic so I threw it on the wife's little table and snuck a pic, if your wondering what's that on the scale it's the reflection of the inside of the lamp shade, no it's not a ufo, but those scales are like a mirror!
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/3084324633e80b4a8e943909dfe6e017_zpspqgmuvzp.jpg)
I have never seen dark blue plus scales! I like them! I have a set of Sapphire ones on the way and thinking about putting them on the Compact once that shows up but I would have liked the dark blue ones for sure! :)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 26, 2016, 07:42:38 AM
JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/2e1a4c842ac14c57f67cec0671aa1799_zpsfqjnwiaj.jpg)
I don't think he'll get the two of them confused, do you? He ain't color blind like his brother, lol
Post by: Monrogue on February 26, 2016, 01:59:56 PM
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Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 27, 2016, 02:32:49 AM
JR
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/5beacabf4290e1af10bc6b4bef81ed40_zpsqzqr7fww.jpg)
Post by: Monrogue on February 27, 2016, 02:40:31 AM
Made two zipper pulls, even an extra to change out the one I had on the Pharmber. But this means "I'm DONE" no more mods, just have to attach the pull to the split ring and then it waits to get handed off to the son for his 12th bday..Nice buddy
JR
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Post by: Sparky415 on February 27, 2016, 10:03:46 AM
:cheers:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 27, 2016, 04:12:08 PM
JR
Post by: magentus on February 27, 2016, 06:49:19 PM
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160221_009_zpsd2s6k8ke.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/WP_20160221_009_zpsd2s6k8ke.jpg.html)
I decided to improve my favourite EDC the Greenwood;
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160227_004_zps0pplnlxg.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/WP_20160227_004_zps0pplnlxg.jpg.html)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160227_002_zpsw4rvj3wu.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/WP_20160227_002_zpsw4rvj3wu.jpg.html)
Post by: Toolslinger on February 27, 2016, 07:15:59 PM
After the success of replacing the small blade with an in-line awl on my passenger mod (the Pikachu);
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160221_009_zpsd2s6k8ke.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/WP_20160221_009_zpsd2s6k8ke.jpg.html)
I decided to improve my favourite EDC the Greenwood;
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160227_004_zps0pplnlxg.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/WP_20160227_004_zps0pplnlxg.jpg.html)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160227_002_zpsw4rvj3wu.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/WP_20160227_002_zpsw4rvj3wu.jpg.html)
Good stuff Mags! :tu:
I would mod more if I could find brass pin stock more readily. Got a few on the to-do list but can't seem to find any good Canadian sources with the right size.
Post by: magentus on February 27, 2016, 08:48:17 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 29, 2016, 07:28:41 PM
JR
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Post by: ALM on March 01, 2016, 08:59:41 AM
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(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-l5O2TLe131Y/Vsyzm1gReLI/AAAAAAAATLw/nQm-uel_LDw/s640-Ic42/P1090812.JPG)
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Post by: Monrogue on March 01, 2016, 03:27:26 PM
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Post by: SteveC on March 01, 2016, 03:44:54 PM
Very cool ALM
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+1 :salute:
Post by: hiraethus on March 01, 2016, 03:49:32 PM
My new project TiRanger 130mm. Two versions of unlocking the blade were made.
Lovely work, as usual. :tu:
What is the purpose of the wavy edge to the lock release on the button lock version? I've seen that pattern on other linerlocks and don't understand the reason for it. Some kind of stress relief I guess, but I can't figure out how it functionally differs from a straight edge. :think:
Post by: magentus on March 01, 2016, 03:51:16 PM
It's more wavy innit.My new project TiRanger 130mm. Two versions of unlocking the blade were made.
Lovely work, as usual. :tu:
What is the purpose of the wavy edge to the lock release on the button lock version? I've seen that pattern on other linerlocks and don't understand the reason for it. Some kind of stress relief I guess, but I can't figure out how it functionally differs from a straight edge. :think:
Post by: hiraethus on March 01, 2016, 03:59:26 PM
Post by: magentus on March 01, 2016, 04:01:08 PM
Where's the smiley for 'looking disapprovingly over glasses at magentus, much like a librarian looks at a noisy schoolboy'? :think:Dunno
Post by: pfrsantos on March 01, 2016, 04:07:27 PM
Where's the smiley for 'looking disapprovingly over glasses at magentus, much like a librarian looks at a noisy schoolboy'? :think:
Use this:
:twak:
Post by: magentus on March 01, 2016, 04:10:38 PM
You could gussy it up like this:Where's the smiley for 'looking disapprovingly over glasses at magentus, much like a librarian looks at a noisy schoolboy'? :think:
Use this:
:twak:
Hiraethus :twak: Magentus
pfrsantos :dd:
Post by: hiraethus on March 01, 2016, 04:12:24 PM
Post by: magentus on March 01, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Nah, that would be like kicking a puppy that's eaten your newspaper. He doesn't know he's done wrong, the poor thing.
Magentus :pok: Hiraethus
pfrsantos :dd:
Post by: pfrsantos on March 01, 2016, 04:42:12 PM
You could gussy it up like this:Where's the smiley for 'looking disapprovingly over glasses at magentus, much like a librarian looks at a noisy schoolboy'? :think:
Use this:
:twak:
Hiraethus :twak: Magentus
pfrsantos :nothingtoadd:
FTFY...
Post by: ALM on March 02, 2016, 04:01:52 PM
I built the SAK based on new parts from Victorinox Alox Pioneer X model 0.8231.26
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Post by: alorora on March 05, 2016, 08:10:12 AM
Post by: alorora on March 05, 2016, 08:13:00 AM
An ALM inspired pioneer model. Found out that a 91 spring does indeed fit into a 93:D.
Post by: alorora on March 05, 2016, 08:18:55 AM
And the silver SAK is the one i made for my dad the way he wanted it. I still wish he would let me redo it.........
Post by: sLaughterMed on March 05, 2016, 02:33:09 PM
This was my first attempt at a small SAK, I fubar'd the blade(ground too much off) so it is a bit off...... and I messed up the countersink :oops:, so I just ground the screws flush with the body: it is NEVER coming apart. Ya live and learn, next one will be better.You gave it a Tanto point? Why?
And the silver SAK is the one i made for my dad the way he wanted it. I still wish he would let me redo it.........
Post by: alorora on March 06, 2016, 12:45:12 AM
This was my first attempt at a small SAK, I fubar'd the blade(ground too much off) so it is a bit off...... and I messed up the countersink :oops:, so I just ground the screws flush with the body: it is NEVER coming apart. Ya live and learn, next one will be better.You gave it a Tanto point? Why?
And the silver SAK is the one i made for my dad the way he wanted it. I still wish he would let me redo it.........
My dad works in construction and wanted a utility blade: he uses it for scraping.
Post by: yud on March 06, 2016, 01:48:02 AM
Can you take apart your mods after they're done or are they more permanent like pins?
Post by: alorora on March 06, 2016, 06:06:41 AM
I like to make it so you can take apart the knife if it needs to be cleaned or maintained the other benefit I see from it too is, if a component beaks it is easy to replace.
Post by: yud on March 07, 2016, 01:51:14 AM
Post by: Toolslinger on March 07, 2016, 12:31:35 PM
Layers:
Combo Tool, Large blade, Corkscrew with eyeglass driver
Cyber Tool Layer with Robertson 1 and 2 bits added from a small precision driver set
Scissors, nail file hook
Black Scales with Tweezers, Toothpick and Pin
Note the lack of keyring attachment. I wanted it, but put in the wrong spacer plate when reassembling. It bugged me at first, but I don't mind it so much now. Might redo it if I can find some brass pin stock.
Post by: sLaughterMed on March 07, 2016, 03:59:40 PM
My not-so-recently made, but just now posted to the forum, Cyber Yeoman mod.Looks good! i've been considering a similar mod since I got my CT34, but I dont have the heart to tear it apart.
Layers:
Combo Tool, Large blade, Corkscrew with eyeglass driver
Cyber Tool Layer with Robertson 1 and 2 bits added from a small precision driver set
Scissors, nail file hook
Black Scales with Tweezers, Toothpick and Pin
Note the lack of keyring attachment. I wanted it, but put in the wrong spacer plate when reassembling. It bugged me at first, but I don't mind it so much now. Might redo it if I can find some brass pin stock.
Post by: Toolslinger on March 07, 2016, 07:56:06 PM
My not-so-recently made, but just now posted to the forum, Cyber Yeoman mod.Looks good! i've been considering a similar mod since I got my CT34, but I dont have the heart to tear it apart.
Layers:
Combo Tool, Large blade, Corkscrew with eyeglass driver
Cyber Tool Layer with Robertson 1 and 2 bits added from a small precision driver set
Scissors, nail file hook
Black Scales with Tweezers, Toothpick and Pin
Note the lack of keyring attachment. I wanted it, but put in the wrong spacer plate when reassembling. It bugged me at first, but I don't mind it so much now. Might redo it if I can find some brass pin stock.
This one is a CT29 and Compact fusion.
I modded my CT34 by removing the pliers and adding the Metal File. Now it's a Cyber Modeller. Wider though and has more redundancies with my Swiss Tool so it sees less pocket time.
Post by: jalind on March 13, 2016, 04:08:16 PM
Here's my first SAK mod, nothing spectacular but we've all got to start somewhere.
Waiter to Apprentice
Cheers
Jon
I'm piling up the necessary stuff to make at least two of these. What was the "organ donor" for the Phillips?
Thanks
John
Post by: sLaughterMed on March 13, 2016, 10:44:00 PM
Tinker is the cheapest, most readily available source, but any 91mm Victorinox with a backside Phillips driver will work for making Apprentices. (So Super Tinker, Deluxe Tinker, Hiker, Fieldmaster and Matterhorn etc. Will also work.)Here's my first SAK mod, nothing spectacular but we've all got to start somewhere.
Waiter to Apprentice
Cheers
Jon
I'm piling up the necessary stuff to make at least two of these. What was the "organ donor" for the Phillips?
Thanks
John
Post by: jalind on March 15, 2016, 10:07:22 PM
Tinker is the cheapest, most readily available source, but any 91mm Victorinox with a backside Phillips driver will work for making Apprentices. (So Super Tinker, Deluxe Tinker, Hiker, Fieldmaster and Matterhorn etc. Will also work.)Here's my first SAK mod, nothing spectacular but we've all got to start somewhere.
Waiter to Apprentice
Cheers
Jon
I'm piling up the necessary stuff to make at least two of these. What was the "organ donor" for the Phillips?
Thanks
John
Thanks . . . that's what I've been going after . . . Tinker with damaged blades/tools . . . the top side and scales take the thrashing and for some reason the Phillips is nearly always unscathed.
John
Post by: ALM on March 16, 2016, 09:46:02 PM
Urządzenie
elektryczne!
:P
http://www.urbanremainschicago.com/products/vintage-signs-advertising/high-voltage-signs.html
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-KsOAUfWRWkw/VumoLC_prTI/AAAAAAAATZE/pirhnQYAsz4he8vDB-I6gYoERed2uD3OACCo/s640-Ic42/P1100284.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-g6Nroxsj2lM/VumoLJEdiHI/AAAAAAAATZE/Nv80mrVTBIsry7Sp7cBbMVYl1dGkiPcowCCo/s640-Ic42/P1100283.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-bQJndhhMZsI/VumoLbYC4VI/AAAAAAAATZE/5RupqkSXBPwa2Iyw8xVBkPMD4ZuQGcMBQCCo/s640-Ic42/P1100281.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--06hIXTx-S0/Vumocx4WxwI/AAAAAAAATZE/QNyPXqPIlqITNgjTBasUzRbNwDju8Fw-QCCo/s640-Ic42/P1100286.JPG)
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on March 17, 2016, 01:16:07 AM
Post by: sLaughterMed on March 17, 2016, 01:57:48 AM
Gadsden HuntsmanOoo that blade looks interesting
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on March 17, 2016, 02:03:27 AM
It's my most important Mod tool..it's an unsharpened blade blank made for a Camillus Coast guard knife. It has a perfect profile for removing scales...just have to run it around the bushing and it wedges the scale free. I also use it for disassembly.Gadsden HuntsmanOoo that blade looks interesting
Post by: sLaughterMed on March 17, 2016, 02:58:36 AM
Cool. I use a trashed 91mm small blade for that, although not as successfullyIt's my most important Mod tool..it's an unsharpened blade blank made for a Camillus Coast guard knife. It has a perfect profile for removing scales...just have to run it around the bushing and it wedges the scale free. I also use it for disassembly.Gadsden HuntsmanOoo that blade looks interesting
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 02, 2016, 02:39:42 AM
JR
Oh so here is what used to be a climber,,
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/a785ee4ee15b2a5738bb8297c21107a5_zpsb0okofjg.jpg)
Post by: PTRSAK on April 04, 2016, 05:16:40 AM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20160404_130642_zpsn7ivxrni.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20160402_104114_zpsaoyoqbon.jpg)
Post by: yud on April 04, 2016, 05:33:43 AM
and personally I count scales as mods.
Post by: Sparky415 on April 04, 2016, 09:17:12 AM
Nie dotykać!
Urządzenie
elektryczne!
:P
http://www.urbanremainschicago.com/products/vintage-signs-advertising/high-voltage-signs.html
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-KsOAUfWRWkw/VumoLC_prTI/AAAAAAAATZE/pirhnQYAsz4he8vDB-I6gYoERed2uD3OACCo/s640-Ic42/P1100284.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-g6Nroxsj2lM/VumoLJEdiHI/AAAAAAAATZE/Nv80mrVTBIsry7Sp7cBbMVYl1dGkiPcowCCo/s640-Ic42/P1100283.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-bQJndhhMZsI/VumoLbYC4VI/AAAAAAAATZE/5RupqkSXBPwa2Iyw8xVBkPMD4ZuQGcMBQCCo/s640-Ic42/P1100281.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--06hIXTx-S0/Vumocx4WxwI/AAAAAAAATZE/QNyPXqPIlqITNgjTBasUzRbNwDju8Fw-QCCo/s640-Ic42/P1100286.JPG)
Wow!!! :drool: :drool:
Nice :tu:
and personally I count scales as mods.
+1 :tu:
Post by: samek on April 10, 2016, 05:57:31 PM
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(http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n10/samek_2006/P1160762_zpspou2sws3.jpg) (http://s108.photobucket.com/user/samek_2006/media/P1160762_zpspou2sws3.jpg.html)
(http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n10/samek_2006/P1160766_zpsitkc27lx.jpg) (http://s108.photobucket.com/user/samek_2006/media/P1160766_zpsitkc27lx.jpg.html)
1. Ranger. Handles: brass, melamine.
2. Huntsman. Handles: melamine, bail. Tip of wood saw changed into nail cleaner.
3. Super Tinker. Brass visible rivets. Old full cellidore handles. No key ring.
4. Custom. 5 layers. 2 large blades, small blade, reamer from 93 mm…
5. Custom. My EDC. 7 layers. Brass handles. 2 large blades, small blade, reamer from 93 mm, back Phillips driver, marlin spike from front Phillips driver…
6. Spartan. No key ring. Handles: brass. Mini screwdriver.
7. Executive. Handles: brass
8. Modified MiniChamp. Reamer from 91 mm instead of cuticle pusher and flat screwdriver with ruler. Handles: brass.
9. Wenger Classic 17. Handles: stag
10. Modified Wenger Mike Horn Ranger. Wood saw instead of serrated blade, Standard blade instead of OHO blade. Handles: melamine.
11. Custom 111 mm. 4 layers. Handles: brass, stag. Bail. Liner lock large blade, small blade from 91 mm, scissors, marlin spike made from small Phillips screwdriver, wood saw, large cap lifter with screwdriver, reamer.
12. Electrician Plus + scissors from 91 mm, electrician's blade modified.
13. Custom 93 mm. 7 layers. 2 large blades, small blade instead of can opener. Electrician's blade, reamer, Wood saw, metal saw, magnifying glass, Phillips screwdriver, scissors, cap lifter.
14. Custom 93 mm. 5 layers. 2 large blades, pruner blade, electrician's blade, small blade, custom middle sized blade, wood saw, cap lifter. Scales painted red.
15. Custom 93 mm. 1 layer. Modified large blade into middle sized clip point blade, reamer.
16. Custom 84 mm. 3 layers. Large blade, small blade, 1 large blade modified into sightly down curved blade, can opener, cap lifter, cork screw, reamer. Modified alu scales for backtools.
17. Custom 84 mm, fun project – »Barlow« knife. 2 layers, large blade, small blade. Handles: brass, melamine.
Samek
Post by: Monrogue on April 10, 2016, 06:52:58 PM
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Post by: tattoosteve99 on April 12, 2016, 02:12:33 AM
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Red electrician and soldier electrician :)
Post by: Griffon75 on April 13, 2016, 08:17:31 AM
(http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i378/Radagast1975/IMG_1194_zpsguafsnfe.jpg) (http://s1090.photobucket.com/user/Radagast1975/media/IMG_1194_zpsguafsnfe.jpg.html)
(http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i378/Radagast1975/IMG_1193_zpsqsgljv9n.jpg) (http://s1090.photobucket.com/user/Radagast1975/media/IMG_1193_zpsqsgljv9n.jpg.html)
(http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i378/Radagast1975/IMG_1201_zps2zlbnqwn.jpg) (http://s1090.photobucket.com/user/Radagast1975/media/IMG_1201_zps2zlbnqwn.jpg.html)
Post by: Glofindel on April 13, 2016, 08:33:43 AM
Hello, this is my first time posting anything on these forums but I thought I would share my latest creation. I made some 93mm aluminum scales with the grid pattern of the model 61 soldier knife. I added of course a few differences to the shield. ;) The anodizing didn't turn out the way I hoped but maybe next time.. Hardened pivots, turned screw faces, phosphor bronze thrust bearings. I was just happy to get all the digitizing and alignment of holes correct for this first round. Now off to tinker with it some more! :DStunning!! Really well done.
(http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i378/Radagast1975/IMG_1194_zpsguafsnfe.jpg) (http://s1090.photobucket.com/user/Radagast1975/media/IMG_1194_zpsguafsnfe.jpg.html)
(http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i378/Radagast1975/IMG_1193_zpsqsgljv9n.jpg) (http://s1090.photobucket.com/user/Radagast1975/media/IMG_1193_zpsqsgljv9n.jpg.html)
(http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i378/Radagast1975/IMG_1201_zps2zlbnqwn.jpg) (http://s1090.photobucket.com/user/Radagast1975/media/IMG_1201_zps2zlbnqwn.jpg.html)
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Post by: hiraethus on April 13, 2016, 08:44:53 AM
Post by: Griffon75 on April 13, 2016, 09:08:17 AM
Right now Im messing with the grid pattern a bit and different designs on the face. The scales are pocketed on the other side as well but to be honest there isn't that much weight to these to begin with..Hah Only will that come in to play when I start the titanium versions. I still need to get the "alox" versions down first.
Post by: hiraethus on April 13, 2016, 10:00:40 AM
What are the dimensions of the grid pattern? I figured out a pretty close approximation by trial and error a while back - would be interested to see what you measured it to be.
Got any photos of the milling on the inside of the scales?
Post by: Griffon75 on April 13, 2016, 10:16:32 AM
I'll post some more photos of the scales. Maybe I'll start a separate thread for it..
Post by: yud on April 13, 2016, 04:42:45 PM
I really like the idea of the cross bow in place of the cross.
Post by: Monrogue on April 13, 2016, 08:18:51 PM
Hello, this is my first time posting anything on these forums but I thought I would share my latest creation. I made some 93mm aluminum scales with the grid pattern of the model 61 soldier knife. I added of course a few differences to the shield. ;) The anodizing didn't turn out the way I hoped but maybe next time.. Hardened pivots, turned screw faces, phosphor bronze thrust bearings. I was just happy to get all the digitizing and alignment of holes correct for this first round. Now off to tinker with it some more! :DWelcome, and nice job :cheers:
(http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i378/Radagast1975/IMG_1194_zpsguafsnfe.jpg) (http://s1090.photobucket.com/user/Radagast1975/media/IMG_1194_zpsguafsnfe.jpg.html)
(http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i378/Radagast1975/IMG_1193_zpsqsgljv9n.jpg) (http://s1090.photobucket.com/user/Radagast1975/media/IMG_1193_zpsqsgljv9n.jpg.html)
(http://i1090.photobucket.com/albums/i378/Radagast1975/IMG_1201_zps2zlbnqwn.jpg) (http://s1090.photobucket.com/user/Radagast1975/media/IMG_1201_zps2zlbnqwn.jpg.html)
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Post by: SteveC on April 13, 2016, 09:50:44 PM
Post by: BADSAK on April 14, 2016, 01:00:05 AM
Post by: pfrsantos on April 14, 2016, 12:22:54 PM
Awesome scales, I especially like the shield!.
Yeah, the umbrella looks great!
:whistle:
Post by: firiki on April 14, 2016, 02:31:36 PM
Awesome scales, I especially like the shield!.
Yeah, the umbrella looks great!
:whistle:
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=5287.0;attach=267430;image)
:D
Post by: hiraethus on April 23, 2016, 07:13:00 AM
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1669/25973781083_9a5ee248b9_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/FzdqcM)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1552/26510862861_12cf63d3d0_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GoF6Ur)
Post by: zoidberg on April 23, 2016, 07:36:23 AM
Pulled the scales off my large Voyageur mod to build a Super Electrician:
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1669/25973781083_9a5ee248b9_z.jpg)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1552/26510862861_12cf63d3d0_z.jpg)
So much win!! :drool: :drool: :gimme: :gimme:
Post by: ljnoble on April 23, 2016, 07:38:19 AM
Pulled the scales off my large Voyageur mod to build a Super Electrician:Nice I might do the same thing
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1669/25973781083_9a5ee248b9_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/FzdqcM)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1552/26510862861_12cf63d3d0_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GoF6Ur)
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Post by: HarleyXJGuy on April 23, 2016, 06:01:16 PM
Pulled the scales off my large Voyageur mod to build a Super Electrician:
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1669/25973781083_9a5ee248b9_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/FzdqcM)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1552/26510862861_12cf63d3d0_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GoF6Ur)
I want this so bad.
Post by: ALM on April 28, 2016, 09:10:17 AM
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(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ETf_tC0q0d8/VyEIgqPKcPI/AAAAAAAATgM/sIiiulRZW3IpiuB7IlU4a0rUzDFOZ31KQCCo/s640/P1100733.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-y2A66_uDgOY/VyEIgpuq8rI/AAAAAAAATgM/wTWrYTwj8_EYNdoiLnJNZ1aIe_xGFW6aACCo/s640/P1100739.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qBh3Gin5tpo/VyEIs7TvoMI/AAAAAAAATgM/ZxKBCWSX7OA_J_cUUeK54bZZpybmPVDWACCo/s640/P1100745.JPG)
Post by: ljnoble on April 28, 2016, 09:19:16 AM
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Post by: Australia on April 28, 2016, 09:38:50 AM
Climber 91mm Alox & Titanium. Cerakote Safety Orange H-243. Titanium grade 5.
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(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ETf_tC0q0d8/VyEIgqPKcPI/AAAAAAAATgM/sIiiulRZW3IpiuB7IlU4a0rUzDFOZ31KQCCo/s640/P1100733.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-y2A66_uDgOY/VyEIgpuq8rI/AAAAAAAATgM/wTWrYTwj8_EYNdoiLnJNZ1aIe_xGFW6aACCo/s640/P1100739.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qBh3Gin5tpo/VyEIs7TvoMI/AAAAAAAATgM/ZxKBCWSX7OA_J_cUUeK54bZZpybmPVDWACCo/s640/P1100745.JPG)
Superb job , good color scheme
Post by: trichosirius on May 03, 2016, 02:32:11 PM
I'm glad for the stickies!
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Post by: magentus on May 03, 2016, 03:07:59 PM
Explorer to Woodsman conversion. My first real mod and I'm quite happy with itNice work trichosirius! It's a great model and yours is a beauty. How did it go? :salute:
I'm glad for the stickies!
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160503/5ada9f47f17415ab68c95e5e2df1a014.jpg)
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Post by: trichosirius on May 03, 2016, 03:35:12 PM
Thanks! It turned out well and I think it's the perfect tool set for me.Explorer to Woodsman conversion. My first real mod and I'm quite happy with itNice work trichosirius! It's a great model and yours is a beauty. How did it go? :salute:
I'm glad for the stickies!
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160503/5ada9f47f17415ab68c95e5e2df1a014.jpg)
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To be honest it started out as a pain. When I drilled out the pins the bit walked and made it hard to finish drilling them without damaging the bushings. But a dremel and a steady hand remedied that.
Then as I was removing the layers one of the liners wouldn't budge and I ended up severly bending it ; luckily i had a spare from the donor.
Eventually it all worked out, and the razor blade between the liners trick kept me from over peening this time
Now to find some nice looking scales!
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Post by: ljnoble on May 03, 2016, 10:00:22 PM
Dave, seriously, I think you should stop. No one is going to want to trawl through this whole thread. :DI awlways like a quick trawl through a thread especially if y'awl been making awlsome awl jokes
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Post by: zoidberg on May 04, 2016, 10:26:57 AM
Dave, seriously, I think you should stop. No one is going to want to trawl through this whole thread. :DI awlways like a quick trawl through a thread especially if y'awl been making awlsome awl jokes
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You Awltralians and your awlfully old quotes. ::) :P
Post by: ljnoble on May 04, 2016, 10:50:25 AM
Were awlways doing itDave, seriously, I think you should stop. No one is going to want to trawl through this whole thread. :DI awlways like a quick trawl through a thread especially if y'awl been making awlsome awl jokes
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You Awltralians and your awlfully old quotes. ::)
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Post by: zoidberg on May 04, 2016, 11:01:08 AM
Were awlways doing itDave, seriously, I think you should stop. No one is going to want to trawl through this whole thread. :DI awlways like a quick trawl through a thread especially if y'awl been making awlsome awl jokes
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You Awltralians and your awlfully old quotes. ::) :P
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Yeah we awlready know that.
Post by: windson on May 06, 2016, 12:24:52 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/0yuzDsj.jpg)
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on May 06, 2016, 02:12:43 PM
Were awlways doing itDave, seriously, I think you should stop. No one is going to want to trawl through this whole thread. :DI awlways like a quick trawl through a thread especially if y'awl been making awlsome awl jokes
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You Awltralians and your awlfully old quotes. ::) :P
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Yeah we awlready know that.
Awl these awl jokes awlways make me laugh.
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on May 06, 2016, 02:15:02 PM
I Had an Aloxplorer made for me by Syph last year, but unfortunately I would never carry it. Now, looking at the Pioneer X, I don't really care for the "wrong" nail nick position. Long story short, wanting a Pioneer X, but with the "proper" nail nick, I removed the mag/Phillips layer from the Aloxplorer and, after shortening the pivots and the screws, put everything back together, Loctite and all. (cross-posted, because I'm so happy with the result)
(http://i.imgur.com/0yuzDsj.jpg)
Good job but this makes me a sad panda and makes baby Jesus cry.
Aloxplorer is such a great SAK. To big for you?
Post by: windson on May 06, 2016, 02:52:42 PM
Not too big, I regularly pocket carry a Champion. But I have several 80s Cellidor Explorers and they would always win over the Alox with their slightly different toolset.I Had an Aloxplorer made for me by Syph last year, but unfortunately I would never carry it. Now, looking at the Pioneer X, I don't really care for the "wrong" nail nick position. Long story short, wanting a Pioneer X, but with the "proper" nail nick, I removed the mag/Phillips layer from the Aloxplorer and, after shortening the pivots and the screws, put everything back together, Loctite and all. (cross-posted, because I'm so happy with the result)
(http://i.imgur.com/0yuzDsj.jpg)
Good job but this makes me a sad panda and makes baby Jesus cry.
Aloxplorer is such a great SAK. To big for you?
Post by: zoidberg on May 06, 2016, 04:25:45 PM
Were awlways doing itDave, seriously, I think you should stop. No one is going to want to trawl through this whole thread. :DI awlways like a quick trawl through a thread especially if y'awl been making awlsome awl jokes
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You Awltralians and your awlfully old quotes. ::) :P
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Yeah we awlready know that.
Awl these awl jokes awlways make me laugh.
That's because they are hawlarious.
Post by: zoidberg on May 06, 2016, 04:29:43 PM
Not too big, I regularly pocket carry a Champion. But I have several 80s Cellidor Explorers and they would always win over the Alox with their slightly different toolset.I Had an Aloxplorer made for me by Syph last year, but unfortunately I would never carry it. Now, looking at the Pioneer X, I don't really care for the "wrong" nail nick position. Long story short, wanting a Pioneer X, but with the "proper" nail nick, I removed the mag/Phillips layer from the Aloxplorer and, after shortening the pivots and the screws, put everything back together, Loctite and all. (cross-posted, because I'm so happy with the result)
(http://i.imgur.com/0yuzDsj.jpg)
Good job but this makes me a sad panda and makes baby Jesus cry.
Aloxplorer is such a great SAK. To big for you?
Dibs the removed layer if you are getting rid of it.
Post by: windson on May 06, 2016, 05:03:34 PM
It's the newest mag glass, rounded off. I'll post a pic later. Pm me with your details.Not too big, I regularly pocket carry a Champion. But I have several 80s Cellidor Explorers and they would always win over the Alox with their slightly different toolset.I Had an Aloxplorer made for me by Syph last year, but unfortunately I would never carry it. Now, looking at the Pioneer X, I don't really care for the "wrong" nail nick position. Long story short, wanting a Pioneer X, but with the "proper" nail nick, I removed the mag/Phillips layer from the Aloxplorer and, after shortening the pivots and the screws, put everything back together, Loctite and all. (cross-posted, because I'm so happy with the result)
(http://i.imgur.com/0yuzDsj.jpg)
Good job but this makes me a sad panda and makes baby Jesus cry.
Aloxplorer is such a great SAK. To big for you?
Dibs the removed layer if you are getting rid of it.
Post by: zoidberg on May 06, 2016, 05:09:42 PM
It's the newest mag glass, rounded off. I'll post a pic later. Pm me with your details.Not too big, I regularly pocket carry a Champion. But I have several 80s Cellidor Explorers and they would always win over the Alox with their slightly different toolset.I Had an Aloxplorer made for me by Syph last year, but unfortunately I would never carry it. Now, looking at the Pioneer X, I don't really care for the "wrong" nail nick position. Long story short, wanting a Pioneer X, but with the "proper" nail nick, I removed the mag/Phillips layer from the Aloxplorer and, after shortening the pivots and the screws, put everything back together, Loctite and all. (cross-posted, because I'm so happy with the result)
(http://i.imgur.com/0yuzDsj.jpg)
Good job but this makes me a sad panda and makes baby Jesus cry.
Aloxplorer is such a great SAK. To big for you?
Dibs the removed layer if you are getting rid of it.
Don't worry about the pic, I've seen it already. PM incoming shortly.
Post by: windson on May 06, 2016, 06:45:03 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on May 06, 2016, 10:50:53 PM
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Post by: SteveC on May 06, 2016, 11:48:22 PM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on May 07, 2016, 03:22:13 AM
Wow, those look like factory peened rivets, great job :cheers:
The hollow one one other are.
Post by: windson on May 07, 2016, 07:38:30 AM
I've been trying to refine my peen work.That's a very nice peen job, in fact so nice, it would pass the Waffenkontrolle.
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160506/7b6402ef890e6f68336af92c70e570b0.jpg)
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Post by: tattoosteve99 on May 11, 2016, 02:05:10 AM
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Post by: Archibald Tuttle on May 11, 2016, 02:57:23 AM
I've been trying to refine my peen work.
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160506/7b6402ef890e6f68336af92c70e570b0.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160506/d34dfc7b7e8ea1ab8872c850ff37d3bf.jpg)
Spectacularly clean work :tu:
Post by: Monrogue on May 11, 2016, 03:25:33 AM
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Post by: pfrsantos on May 11, 2016, 08:07:27 PM
I've been trying to refine my peen work.
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(http://rlv.zcache.com/achievement_unlocked_print-r45a2965212cf417fa4d97eeec2712c24_wad_8byvr_512.jpg)
Post by: ALM on May 18, 2016, 10:29:44 PM
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tSxGkp8snWA/VzzNPjMCpUI/AAAAAAAATvU/i9iXCsbQLuIcE1mvLnPuQ6yjbGMWqKIAgCCo/s640/P1110055.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Xzw4VBafhk0/VzzNPux2WMI/AAAAAAAATvU/he10-fDZCT4sn8OeCYpzSRuknVLtM_vDQCCo/s640/P1110062.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-cLC8cvZuSFs/VzzNSBoTT0I/AAAAAAAATvU/4ryOWdhVyXg9Uv8LCIyeHnoM_yDJ9IRrQCCo/s640/P1110071.JPG)
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Post by: kaput on May 18, 2016, 10:37:41 PM
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Post by: theredel on May 22, 2016, 09:49:52 AM
My first mod, Vic Spartan Office Master, with flash drive under corkscrew, 2 slots 4 micro SD cards, slot for paperclip, and slot for pen:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-wUxaiTdr3ZA/U0rZdblm64I/AAAAAAAAPT4/oX6p0BZ26XU66mgSzyyJ1G0bb6IPozE6gCCo/s640/P4130147.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9hPk6_65o0A/U0rZeKErABI/AAAAAAAAPT8/iQbCMi788SkifZjhPKA5QS9uu3oQyNJggCCo/s640/P4130148.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_qisa0Y7MF8/U0rZfNkjiNI/AAAAAAAAPUE/SBG-SicQsw0EdlBTDZQfOVujQJy_VplLACCo/s640/P4130149.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-iaMdmd3dN8o/U0rZgfma6lI/AAAAAAAAPUM/31Uanr83_K8g6jRqPVKpSD5pRdvpySE6ACCo/s640/P4130150.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-c8mtcypJPxk/U0rZhSprHzI/AAAAAAAAPUU/uvzEb1BEedchDUnoKV6IsVARiDo20hangCCo/s640/P4130151.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-TC6bMdpuYEU/U0rZjKZ3zVI/AAAAAAAAPUg/Jm-MobnSs9Y_hqbF9Y3whXzlPo9ATk_5gCCo/s640/P4130152.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-AzOzdzXZPfE/U0rZjkW9wuI/AAAAAAAAPUk/LDYlO7KPUcIjf6UFhY3xHqUgWCVPq1tPQCCo/s640/P4130153.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-PNHKRXw_CHk/U0rZlOIN2uI/AAAAAAAAPUs/JgcCXW1UiachEJEncXM_ZQFSPGrBUnE1gCCo/s640/P4130154.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-olf5QhjNuAo/U0rZmDIR2iI/AAAAAAAAPU0/D9AbmS_rWy0kPvDNjAuyZOj9Om2bcOkxgCCo/s640/P4130155.JPG)
Hope you like it!
Post by: Toolslinger on May 22, 2016, 01:27:27 PM
This is my first post on MTO, so HI for everyone :-)
My first mod, Vic Spartan Office Master, with flash drive under corkscrew, 2 slots 4 micro SD cards, slot for paperclip, and slot for pen:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-wUxaiTdr3ZA/U0rZdblm64I/AAAAAAAAPT4/oX6p0BZ26XU66mgSzyyJ1G0bb6IPozE6gCCo/s640/P4130147.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9hPk6_65o0A/U0rZeKErABI/AAAAAAAAPT8/iQbCMi788SkifZjhPKA5QS9uu3oQyNJggCCo/s640/P4130148.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_qisa0Y7MF8/U0rZfNkjiNI/AAAAAAAAPUE/SBG-SicQsw0EdlBTDZQfOVujQJy_VplLACCo/s640/P4130149.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-iaMdmd3dN8o/U0rZgfma6lI/AAAAAAAAPUM/31Uanr83_K8g6jRqPVKpSD5pRdvpySE6ACCo/s640/P4130150.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-c8mtcypJPxk/U0rZhSprHzI/AAAAAAAAPUU/uvzEb1BEedchDUnoKV6IsVARiDo20hangCCo/s640/P4130151.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-TC6bMdpuYEU/U0rZjKZ3zVI/AAAAAAAAPUg/Jm-MobnSs9Y_hqbF9Y3whXzlPo9ATk_5gCCo/s640/P4130152.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-AzOzdzXZPfE/U0rZjkW9wuI/AAAAAAAAPUk/LDYlO7KPUcIjf6UFhY3xHqUgWCVPq1tPQCCo/s640/P4130153.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-PNHKRXw_CHk/U0rZlOIN2uI/AAAAAAAAPUs/JgcCXW1UiachEJEncXM_ZQFSPGrBUnE1gCCo/s640/P4130154.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-olf5QhjNuAo/U0rZmDIR2iI/AAAAAAAAPU0/D9AbmS_rWy0kPvDNjAuyZOj9Om2bcOkxgCCo/s640/P4130155.JPG)
Hope you like it!
Nice mod! Very unique.
Also, welcome to the forum! :multi:
Post by: lowtech on May 22, 2016, 02:14:39 PM
I think this is a new level of Scale modding.
If you want to redo it with a set of nicer looking scales, you are welcoem to a pair from my stack - Just let me know ypur address via PM (once you passed 5 posts) And I´ll send you a set of scales.
Post by: theredel on May 22, 2016, 02:33:47 PM
Welcome to MTO!It's nice to read that, we can discuss your propo :-)
I think this is a new level of Scale modding.
If you want to redo it with a set of nicer looking scales, you are welcoem to a pair from my stack - Just let me know ypur address via PM (once you passed 5 posts) And I´ll send you a set of scales.
Meantime, I found next photo of re-biulding and modding Wenger Commander scales:
Before:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Sbf12ywg-oE/U1UxqEx-XEI/AAAAAAAAPtg/5eaa5GSTTwomoNn7KBiQzqyhNKIUEvfzQCCo/s448/P4210156.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-z7PC6LfJwOU/U1Uxq2nQMRI/AAAAAAAAPtc/SnXTJRBmmYEMMKKpS65kreLtF3kQ7YX9gCCo/s448/P4210158.JPG)
in progress:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-n4Cg8IB-vVE/U1UxtYJxrkI/AAAAAAAAPt4/ALYhO0udGCMg2q5sR2IMwjq_VbaceMyQQCCo/s448/P4210161.JPG)
done:
two colour glow in the dark cross (before polishing, so it looks like it looks...):
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-eq-Um646q70/U3jiLEL-dpI/AAAAAAAAP-A/jpA6qi3Ik_4VJb_bKsA3qiPLG2dfDdp-gCCo/s640/P5180157.JPG)
Glowing effect:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Q7GFunoInfs/U3jiRVzrUTI/AAAAAAAAP-U/OPQTIEHoY6kuXB-Iblh3bXyM-e8u9WURACCo/s640/P5180160.JPG)
Opposite scale, the Groke label :P
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-QFkT4RlXDEQ/U3jiVlc7BbI/AAAAAAAAP-w/MiBxnIOpS5MaN07HJr6UCJZ5_dtVsF0LQCCo/s640/P5180163.JPG)
Post by: trichosirius on May 23, 2016, 06:49:33 PM
Broken tools, springs, bent liners and pins, and covered with ink, glue and other mysterious filth.
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160523/22720038b5e5bb50f282ba434684f533.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160523/406a54cd12a33df3f016d5ed9881e372.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160523/e33f0e7a3def0756cbff7bf75714c540.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160523/a247b997e343568b298aa6cf3ff5da5e.jpg)
I stripped her apart, cleaned her up and put back together with a few new parts, minus the scaler.
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160523/df32dcd682095ce34ee7bcb9afbe763a.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160523/6970a5f01f6b2fe1f9bed54c73c0a559.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160523/3fec9bcc567a40940290ae0d657ac0f9.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160523/e5c2b57ca0942d89698c002eb8836158.jpg)
My first restoration job and now it's riding in my pocket waiting to work.
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Post by: magentus on May 23, 2016, 06:52:09 PM
Post by: theredel on May 23, 2016, 07:22:18 PM
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8tNdzbqhU14/VKvS1POmgjI/AAAAAAAAUng/wh1lFQseEKICVIlg-_UQNsSLSeDr1VnUACCo/s640/P1060145.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-NLNKTcrtJo0/VKvS3xUg8yI/AAAAAAAAUoE/KyE-9VGNDwYCtV4eOZj7UpCnO30g3ogVQCCo/s640/P1060151.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-01UE1jc1QXw/VKvS0a_V8hI/AAAAAAAAUnU/Yji3aMsEJ4ET4UDYLyzhER9pQxK01zGkACCo/s640/P1060144.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-iy0Wu31MCaU/VKvSzLceF2I/AAAAAAAAUm8/JaK-uVNvK-UW_JhsKn9aOfjUQXeQs1GxgCCo/s640/P1060142.JPG)
Post by: strmliner on May 23, 2016, 07:49:56 PM
That is a great job - nice find!
Yep, well done! :tu:
Post by: trichosirius on May 23, 2016, 08:42:04 PM
Thanks guys! It was a fun project and good deal on an awesome toolThat is a great job - nice find!
Yep, well done! :tu:
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Post by: trichosirius on May 23, 2016, 08:42:55 PM
Vic Tinker one hand - with thumb pin:Cool! How well does the one hand function work? I've been considering this kind of mod for a while.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8tNdzbqhU14/VKvS1POmgjI/AAAAAAAAUng/wh1lFQseEKICVIlg-_UQNsSLSeDr1VnUACCo/s640/P1060145.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-NLNKTcrtJo0/VKvS3xUg8yI/AAAAAAAAUoE/KyE-9VGNDwYCtV4eOZj7UpCnO30g3ogVQCCo/s640/P1060151.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-01UE1jc1QXw/VKvS0a_V8hI/AAAAAAAAUnU/Yji3aMsEJ4ET4UDYLyzhER9pQxK01zGkACCo/s640/P1060144.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-iy0Wu31MCaU/VKvSzLceF2I/AAAAAAAAUm8/JaK-uVNvK-UW_JhsKn9aOfjUQXeQs1GxgCCo/s640/P1060142.JPG)
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Post by: theredel on May 23, 2016, 09:48:27 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6PFveoAP7pU
(BTW: how to insert VDO preview to post?)
It works quite well without any job with mechanics, but this mod, which I worked on main blade mechanics works better:
It's Swisschamp One Hand Lite Mod:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-fTgXPEaOagI/VqtK1ZYkJSI/AAAAAAAAX-s/XcqPu4JTidsGCQrwIfw33uWwPoucDmekACCo/s640/IMG_20160129_112148.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8Cdwztp2HzI/VqtK7CJTLvI/AAAAAAAAX-s/ivzEc0DSBJQq0o_gmLei-PZjaJHNXY2KgCCo/s640/IMG_20160129_112212.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-mP82KeOP5dM/VqtK_7g23nI/AAAAAAAAX-s/FLl5IkZVSC0Ejby2If_z_QGrDpcYbzcpACCo/s640/IMG_20160129_112257.jpg)
Post by: theredel on May 29, 2016, 08:45:41 PM
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-r_-_2hTbzFM/V0s0bP7v5oI/AAAAAAAAYyg/JZU3BlmFzc8nAHB0DgGfl7dlhW7PPoz3QCCo/s576/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25281%2529.jpg)
What I did:
1. Switched main blade as OH blade from 111 mm knife
2. Moved layer with regular blade near center of knife, switched small blade in this layer to nail file from Wenger, switched back tool to multipurpose hook
3. Switched multipurpose hook from scissors layer to 58 mm phillips screwdriver
Everything else is like on regular swisschamp.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-IKd69opYpqY/V0s0a62jjMI/AAAAAAAAYyg/bC4oamF0bNI10WaLCksBGLzZGJ3cyw43gCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%252810%2529.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lWvYuK6Fo1o/V0s0g59HauI/AAAAAAAAYzU/S3JZfT-cRmkFJwmTtE4IIEvpv1rJcSiNQCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25287%2529.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Q_FVYEDMnu0/V0s0eQU3UeI/AAAAAAAAYyg/eHXrH4-dLUIBD5GXKxvfdzEZxwGAb69jwCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25284%2529.jpg)
Post by: Monrogue on May 29, 2016, 09:26:50 PM
Hi. Another Vic's Swisschamp One Hand mod:Very cool mod :tu:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-r_-_2hTbzFM/V0s0bP7v5oI/AAAAAAAAYyg/JZU3BlmFzc8nAHB0DgGfl7dlhW7PPoz3QCCo/s576/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25281%2529.jpg)
What I did:
1. Switched main blade as OH blade from 111 mm knife
2. Moved layer with regular blade near center of knife, switched small blade in this layer to nail file from Wenger, switched back tool to multipurpose hook
3. Switched multipurpose hook from scissors layer to 58 mm phillips screwdriver
Everything else is like on regular swisschamp.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-IKd69opYpqY/V0s0a62jjMI/AAAAAAAAYyg/bC4oamF0bNI10WaLCksBGLzZGJ3cyw43gCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%252810%2529.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lWvYuK6Fo1o/V0s0g59HauI/AAAAAAAAYzU/S3JZfT-cRmkFJwmTtE4IIEvpv1rJcSiNQCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25287%2529.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Q_FVYEDMnu0/V0s0eQU3UeI/AAAAAAAAYyg/eHXrH4-dLUIBD5GXKxvfdzEZxwGAb69jwCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25284%2529.jpg)
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Post by: HarleyXJGuy on May 30, 2016, 10:27:38 PM
Hi. Another Vic's Swisschamp One Hand mod:Very cool mod :tu:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-r_-_2hTbzFM/V0s0bP7v5oI/AAAAAAAAYyg/JZU3BlmFzc8nAHB0DgGfl7dlhW7PPoz3QCCo/s576/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25281%2529.jpg)
What I did:
1. Switched main blade as OH blade from 111 mm knife
2. Moved layer with regular blade near center of knife, switched small blade in this layer to nail file from Wenger, switched back tool to multipurpose hook
3. Switched multipurpose hook from scissors layer to 58 mm phillips screwdriver
Everything else is like on regular swisschamp.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-IKd69opYpqY/V0s0a62jjMI/AAAAAAAAYyg/bC4oamF0bNI10WaLCksBGLzZGJ3cyw43gCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%252810%2529.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lWvYuK6Fo1o/V0s0g59HauI/AAAAAAAAYzU/S3JZfT-cRmkFJwmTtE4IIEvpv1rJcSiNQCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25287%2529.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Q_FVYEDMnu0/V0s0eQU3UeI/AAAAAAAAYyg/eHXrH4-dLUIBD5GXKxvfdzEZxwGAb69jwCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25284%2529.jpg)
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Hate to say it but even K Drizzle is right once in a while.
Post by: Monrogue on May 31, 2016, 02:56:24 AM
It happens occasionally ;)Hi. Another Vic's Swisschamp One Hand mod:Very cool mod :tu:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-r_-_2hTbzFM/V0s0bP7v5oI/AAAAAAAAYyg/JZU3BlmFzc8nAHB0DgGfl7dlhW7PPoz3QCCo/s576/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25281%2529.jpg)
What I did:
1. Switched main blade as OH blade from 111 mm knife
2. Moved layer with regular blade near center of knife, switched small blade in this layer to nail file from Wenger, switched back tool to multipurpose hook
3. Switched multipurpose hook from scissors layer to 58 mm phillips screwdriver
Everything else is like on regular swisschamp.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-IKd69opYpqY/V0s0a62jjMI/AAAAAAAAYyg/bC4oamF0bNI10WaLCksBGLzZGJ3cyw43gCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%252810%2529.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lWvYuK6Fo1o/V0s0g59HauI/AAAAAAAAYzU/S3JZfT-cRmkFJwmTtE4IIEvpv1rJcSiNQCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25287%2529.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Q_FVYEDMnu0/V0s0eQU3UeI/AAAAAAAAYyg/eHXrH4-dLUIBD5GXKxvfdzEZxwGAb69jwCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25284%2529.jpg)
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Hate to say it but even K Drizzle is right once in a while.
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Post by: HarleyXJGuy on May 31, 2016, 04:14:36 AM
It happens occasionally ;)Hi. Another Vic's Swisschamp One Hand mod:Very cool mod :tu:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-r_-_2hTbzFM/V0s0bP7v5oI/AAAAAAAAYyg/JZU3BlmFzc8nAHB0DgGfl7dlhW7PPoz3QCCo/s576/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25281%2529.jpg)
What I did:
1. Switched main blade as OH blade from 111 mm knife
2. Moved layer with regular blade near center of knife, switched small blade in this layer to nail file from Wenger, switched back tool to multipurpose hook
3. Switched multipurpose hook from scissors layer to 58 mm phillips screwdriver
Everything else is like on regular swisschamp.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-IKd69opYpqY/V0s0a62jjMI/AAAAAAAAYyg/bC4oamF0bNI10WaLCksBGLzZGJ3cyw43gCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%252810%2529.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lWvYuK6Fo1o/V0s0g59HauI/AAAAAAAAYzU/S3JZfT-cRmkFJwmTtE4IIEvpv1rJcSiNQCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25287%2529.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Q_FVYEDMnu0/V0s0eQU3UeI/AAAAAAAAYyg/eHXrH4-dLUIBD5GXKxvfdzEZxwGAb69jwCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25284%2529.jpg)
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Hate to say it but even K Drizzle is right once in a while.
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Yep even a broke clock and a dogs butt or something like that.
Post by: Monrogue on May 31, 2016, 04:16:18 AM
:rofl:It happens occasionally ;)Hi. Another Vic's Swisschamp One Hand mod:Very cool mod :tu:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-r_-_2hTbzFM/V0s0bP7v5oI/AAAAAAAAYyg/JZU3BlmFzc8nAHB0DgGfl7dlhW7PPoz3QCCo/s576/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25281%2529.jpg)
What I did:
1. Switched main blade as OH blade from 111 mm knife
2. Moved layer with regular blade near center of knife, switched small blade in this layer to nail file from Wenger, switched back tool to multipurpose hook
3. Switched multipurpose hook from scissors layer to 58 mm phillips screwdriver
Everything else is like on regular swisschamp.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-IKd69opYpqY/V0s0a62jjMI/AAAAAAAAYyg/bC4oamF0bNI10WaLCksBGLzZGJ3cyw43gCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%252810%2529.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lWvYuK6Fo1o/V0s0g59HauI/AAAAAAAAYzU/S3JZfT-cRmkFJwmTtE4IIEvpv1rJcSiNQCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25287%2529.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Q_FVYEDMnu0/V0s0eQU3UeI/AAAAAAAAYyg/eHXrH4-dLUIBD5GXKxvfdzEZxwGAb69jwCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25284%2529.jpg)
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Hate to say it but even K Drizzle is right once in a while.
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Yep even a broke clock and a dogs butt or something like that.
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Post by: shibafu on May 31, 2016, 06:36:35 PM
Hi. Another Vic's Swisschamp One Hand mod:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-r_-_2hTbzFM/V0s0bP7v5oI/AAAAAAAAYyg/JZU3BlmFzc8nAHB0DgGfl7dlhW7PPoz3QCCo/s576/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25281%2529.jpg)
What I did:
1. Switched main blade as OH blade from 111 mm knife
2. Moved layer with regular blade near center of knife, switched small blade in this layer to nail file from Wenger, switched back tool to multipurpose hook
3. Switched multipurpose hook from scissors layer to 58 mm phillips screwdriver
Everything else is like on regular swisschamp.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-IKd69opYpqY/V0s0a62jjMI/AAAAAAAAYyg/bC4oamF0bNI10WaLCksBGLzZGJ3cyw43gCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%252810%2529.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lWvYuK6Fo1o/V0s0g59HauI/AAAAAAAAYzU/S3JZfT-cRmkFJwmTtE4IIEvpv1rJcSiNQCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25287%2529.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Q_FVYEDMnu0/V0s0eQU3UeI/AAAAAAAAYyg/eHXrH4-dLUIBD5GXKxvfdzEZxwGAb69jwCCo/s640/Swisschamp%2BOne%2BHan%2Bdouble%2Bphillips%2Bmod%2B%25284%2529.jpg)
Excellent mod! Does it need a custom spring for the OHO blade?
Post by: theredel on May 31, 2016, 10:10:38 PM
Post by: ALM on June 01, 2016, 08:38:14 AM
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tSxGkp8snWA/VzzNPjMCpUI/AAAAAAAATvU/i9iXCsbQLuIcE1mvLnPuQ6yjbGMWqKIAgCCo/s640/P1110055.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Xzw4VBafhk0/VzzNPux2WMI/AAAAAAAATvU/he10-fDZCT4sn8OeCYpzSRuknVLtM_vDQCCo/s640/P1110062.JPG)
Titanium SWIZA
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--mTrO-POPJ4/V05x3vpWBQI/AAAAAAAATwA/ReNHAcltO0wG2hZJJ2XARthrxGYLAq6zQCCo/s640/P1110210.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-5vb30QFAtZs/V05x3VAHqII/AAAAAAAATwA/z13nDpTbt-Y01zFs5Xz7mG6J_WuT6JiBgCCo/s640/P1110208.JPG)
Post by: megy023 on June 02, 2016, 01:13:32 PM
Post by: theredel on June 03, 2016, 08:29:43 PM
Post by: Grathr on June 03, 2016, 08:39:01 PM
Post by: shibafu on June 19, 2016, 12:35:38 PM
I made a few mistakes and I'm not 100% happy with the results - but it works :) and it was a good learning experience. The action on the phillips and scissors are a bit rough, and the phillips sits a little higher than I'd like.
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on June 19, 2016, 02:00:36 PM
My first attempt at an alox mod. It's a Pioneer X with the Syph-style inline Phillips + 2 openers layer, and 91mm scissors (nail-nick on the normal side!), and black-with-red-shield scales from a Pioneer.
I made a few mistakes and I'm not 100% happy with the results - but it works :) and it was a good learning experience. The action on the phillips and scissors are a bit rough, and the phillips sits a little higher than I'd like.
Good job.
Now you just need some brass liners and your all set. I have one much the same as yours Robert made for me.
(http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i86/HarleyXJGuy/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_0969.jpg) (http://s70.photobucket.com/user/HarleyXJGuy/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_0969.jpg.html)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on June 19, 2016, 06:08:13 PM
JR
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on June 24, 2016, 05:28:20 AM
Nice,, I'd say those are pretty much the most simple sak, all the perfect tools but no extra tools, like two diff knives, or a corkscrew, the only thing I'd have diff would be the awl, great tool but I'd go with a nail file..
JR
What awl?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on June 24, 2016, 05:54:13 AM
The one behind the scissors that's not up.Nice,, I'd say those are pretty much the most simple sak, all the perfect tools but no extra tools, like two diff knives, or a corkscrew, the only thing I'd have diff would be the awl, great tool but I'd go with a nail file..
JR
What awl?
JR
Post by: hiraethus on June 24, 2016, 01:06:38 PM
My first attempt at an alox mod. It's a Pioneer X with the Syph-style inline Phillips + 2 openers layer, and 91mm scissors (nail-nick on the normal side!), and black-with-red-shield scales from a Pioneer.
I made a few mistakes and I'm not 100% happy with the results - but it works :) and it was a good learning experience. The action on the phillips and scissors are a bit rough, and the phillips sits a little higher than I'd like.
:tu:
Nice one. You can probably tune the action and position of the tools, if you can stand to take it apart again.
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on June 25, 2016, 02:51:30 AM
The one behind the scissors that's not up.Nice,, I'd say those are pretty much the most simple sak, all the perfect tools but no extra tools, like two diff knives, or a corkscrew, the only thing I'd have diff would be the awl, great tool but I'd go with a nail file..
JR
What awl?
JR
Huh would you look at that.
Just checked and there is one in mine too. I really should carry that thing more.
Post by: tattoosteve99 on July 01, 2016, 04:43:57 PM
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Post by: Poncho65 on July 02, 2016, 06:27:57 AM
Not a mod but a rebuild.
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Very nice Steve :drool:
Post by: theredel on July 02, 2016, 10:07:01 AM
Post by: kkokkolis on July 02, 2016, 10:22:26 AM
Post by: tattoosteve99 on July 02, 2016, 06:23:00 PM
Yep, very nice. From where did you take this scales and this yoke?This was a original knife that was restored :)
I wonder, does anyone know or ever used a technique to inlay a metal emblem on cellidor or transluscent scales with nice results?
It's possible but it takes a magnifying glass and hot soldering iron. Also depends on the type of plastic.
Post by: Syncop8r on July 02, 2016, 10:47:25 PM
Post by: PTRSAK on July 03, 2016, 02:24:41 AM
The redundant apostrophe in this thread's title is annoying me. :rant:
How is it redundant? Mod's is a contraction of Modifications. Thats one of the apostrophe's main jobs. And the other I just used, indicating possession.
Post by: Syncop8r on July 03, 2016, 02:32:45 AM
Most of the time when people see an "s" on the end of a word they think it needs an apostrophe too.
Should we say mod' instead of mod then? :think:
Post by: tattoosteve99 on July 03, 2016, 03:16:22 AM
OK, I'll give you that.
Most of the time when people see an "s" on the end of a word they think it needs an apostrophe too.
Should we say mod' instead of mod then? :think:
I usually say mod of that helps ;)
Post by: FA Tre on July 03, 2016, 03:37:42 AM
Post by: classicrock on July 04, 2016, 11:04:29 AM
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Post by: hiraethus on July 05, 2016, 12:03:31 PM
Yeoman Mechanic
Nice mod. :tu:
However, if you swap the pliers and scissors layer positions, you don't need the extra liner next to the scale. :pok:
Post by: classicrock on July 05, 2016, 12:47:24 PM
Hahaha thanx Hiraethus, please don't remind me about that extra thickness. I realized that when I put the scales on.Yeoman Mechanic
Nice mod. :tu:
However, if you swap the pliers and scissors layer positions, you don't need the extra liner next to the scale. :pok:
But I love the tools combination. For the next mod I want to make a Compact with backside philips screwdriver.
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Post by: HarleyXJGuy on July 05, 2016, 06:23:59 PM
Hahaha thanx Hiraethus, please don't remind me about that extra thickness. I realized that when I put the scales on.Yeoman Mechanic
Nice mod. :tu:
However, if you swap the pliers and scissors layer positions, you don't need the extra liner next to the scale. :pok:
But I love the tools combination. For the next mod I want to make a Compact with backside philips screwdriver.
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Post by: Huntsman on July 06, 2016, 01:03:06 AM
The redundant apostrophe in this thread's title is annoying me. :rant:
How is it redundant? Mod's is a contraction of Modifications. Thats one of the apostrophe's main jobs. And the other I just used, indicating possession.
Good point PTR - And true :tu:
Although I think I prefer mods even if it is not grammatically correct :o
- But you missed an apostrophe in your sentence above! ;)
Sorry guys - 'OCD Smart Alec' mode kicking in - But I could not resist it
Anyone spot it ??? :D
EDIT: Oh this is bugging me now
Maybe mod is a word in its own right and therefore mods is correct without the '
It certainly appears here as Definition 3 of mod – although it is labelled as informal !
http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/english/mod
It does not appear in my old hardcopy ‘Oxford English Dictionary’
Post by: classicrock on July 06, 2016, 07:44:23 AM
Thanx for the pic Harley. Need to buy the Compact first. Unfortunately it's a bit pricey.Hahaha thanx Hiraethus, please don't remind me about that extra thickness. I realized that when I put the scales on.Yeoman Mechanic
Nice mod. :tu:
However, if you swap the pliers and scissors layer positions, you don't need the extra liner next to the scale. :pok:
But I love the tools combination. For the next mod I want to make a Compact with backside philips screwdriver.
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Post by: PTRSAK on July 06, 2016, 10:57:45 AM
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Post by: shibafu on July 06, 2016, 11:57:00 AM
EDIT: Oh this is bugging me now
Maybe mod is a word in its own right and therefore mods is correct without the '
It certainly appears here as Definition 3 of mod – although it is labelled as informal !
http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/english/mod
It does not appear in my old hardcopy ‘Oxford English Dictionary’
If mod's (plural) should have an apostrophe, then so should mod' (singular). That doesn't seem right. I think mod would be a "clipped form" rather than a contration, like lab or disco, so shouldn't have an apostrophe.
http://www.sussex.ac.uk/informatics/punctuation/apostrophe/contractions
Post by: Monrogue on July 07, 2016, 04:26:30 AM
Just a teaser pic of some stuff I'm playing around with.That's pretty cool man :tu:
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Post by: zoidberg on July 07, 2016, 05:19:00 AM
Anyone spot it ??? :D
Yes. :ahhh :ahhh
Post by: Poncho65 on July 07, 2016, 05:22:40 AM
Anyone spot it ??? :D
Yes. :ahhh :ahhh
Me too :facepalm:
:D
Post by: kkokkolis on July 10, 2016, 11:52:54 PM
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on July 11, 2016, 03:31:49 AM
Thanx for the pic Harley. Need to buy the Compact first. Unfortunately it's a bit pricey.Hahaha thanx Hiraethus, please don't remind me about that extra thickness. I realized that when I put the scales on.Yeoman Mechanic
Nice mod. :tu:
However, if you swap the pliers and scissors layer positions, you don't need the extra liner next to the scale. :pok:
But I love the tools combination. For the next mod I want to make a Compact with backside philips screwdriver.
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Yeah I always wondered why the Compact with less tools cost more then some SAKs with more.
Post by: classicrock on July 11, 2016, 03:46:25 AM
Yeah I always wondered why the Compact with less tools cost more then some SAKs with more.
My friend just bought new Compact a week ago for his mod. It's about IDR 488.000 here (US$ 37.5).
Thin SAK with lots of function, maybe that's the cause.
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Post by: classicrock on July 11, 2016, 03:46:26 AM
Post by: Poncho65 on July 11, 2016, 04:14:35 AM
Post by: hiraethus on July 11, 2016, 10:23:31 AM
If I had $100 I'd be all over it. :(
Post by: shibafu on July 11, 2016, 01:17:11 PM
Yeah I always wondered why the Compact with less tools cost more then some SAKs with more.
The plus scales add a bit to the price, but my assumption has always been that the hook with nail file has to be carved out with a unicorn horn or something.
Post by: Glofindel on July 11, 2016, 01:37:36 PM
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Post by: tattoosteve99 on July 14, 2016, 06:44:05 PM
Damascus Electrician X
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Wow! Very nice. You should send me that sign! Ooooooo
Post by: Poncho65 on July 14, 2016, 07:39:01 PM
Damascus Electrician X
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Wow! Very nice. You should send me that sign! Ooooooo
That is a very beautious knife :drool:
Post by: Huntsman on July 16, 2016, 02:30:48 AM
EDIT: Oh this is bugging me now
Maybe mod is a word in its own right and therefore mods is correct without the '
It certainly appears here as Definition 3 of mod – although it is labelled as informal !
http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/english/mod
It does not appear in my old hardcopy ‘Oxford English Dictionary’
If mod's (plural) should have an apostrophe, then so should mod' (singular). That doesn't seem right. I think mod would be a "clipped form" rather than a contration, like lab or disco, so shouldn't have an apostrophe.
http://www.sussex.ac.uk/informatics/punctuation/apostrophe/contractions
Hi Shibafu,
Thanks so much for this post and information.
Whilst I have often used the clipped form - I never knew I was doing so. ;)
And it certainly seems to apply to 'mod' !! :tu:
It's amazing - You don't just learn about MTs at MTo - You learn about English grammar :D
Who could ever forget NNR's post about the past perfect tense !!
QuoteHow is it redundant? Mod's is a contraction of Modifications. Thats one of the apostrophe's main jobs. And the other I just used, indicating possession.- But you missed an apostrophe in your sentence above! ;)
Sorry guys - 'OCD Smart Alec' mode kicking in - But I could not resist it
Anyone spot it ??? :D
It is - That's :o :D - A contraction of That is
Post by: jaya_man on July 18, 2016, 02:15:18 PM
Thought I'd introduce myself. I'm from Indonesia and had been a lurker for a while. Just recently registered. I'm a novice at SAK mods. I finally took the plunge and tried modding a few months back based on useful information derived from this forum.
Attached are mods I've done so far. Planning to do more mods in the future. Cheers.
Post by: jaya_man on July 18, 2016, 02:20:02 PM
My first attempt at an alox mod. It's a Pioneer X with the Syph-style inline Phillips + 2 openers layer, and 91mm scissors (nail-nick on the normal side!), and black-with-red-shield scales from a Pioneer.
I made a few mistakes and I'm not 100% happy with the results - but it works :) and it was a good learning experience. The action on the phillips and scissors are a bit rough, and the phillips sits a little higher than I'd like.
Been looking at doing a similar alox mod. Personally can't do away with scissors and in-line phillips. Can anyone point me to details on the in-line phillips/openers combination layer? Thanks.
Post by: jaya_man on July 18, 2016, 02:23:36 PM
Yeoman Mechanic
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Hi there Bro... Thought the pic and the SAK looked familiar... Didn't you change the scales to the red coloured plus one? :D
Post by: jaya_man on July 18, 2016, 02:33:30 PM
Thanx for the pic Harley. Need to buy the Compact first. Unfortunately it's a bit pricey.Hahaha thanx Hiraethus, please don't remind me about that extra thickness. I realized that when I put the scales on.Yeoman Mechanic
Nice mod. :tu:
However, if you swap the pliers and scissors layer positions, you don't need the extra liner next to the scale. :pok:
But I love the tools combination. For the next mod I want to make a Compact with backside philips screwdriver.
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Hey, this looks something similar to what I plan to do for my next project. Been looking at a 2 layer SAK with similar tool set to the Yeoman minus the multipurpose hook and replacing the corkscrew with the backside phillips :D
Post by: magentus on July 18, 2016, 02:52:42 PM
Hi Everyone,Welcome jaya - Very nice work there. You have good taste too. Did you make the orange scales yourself?
Thought I'd introduce myself. I'm from Indonesia and had been a lurker for a while. Just recently registered. I'm a novice at SAK mods. I finally took the plunge and tried modding a few months back based on useful information derived from this forum.
Attached are mods I've done so far. Planning to do more mods in the future. Cheers.
I have a real soft spot for the Explorer chassis and my 2 modded EDC's are a Woodsman and a Passenger but with the small blade replaced by an in-line awl in both cases.
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Post by: jaya_man on July 18, 2016, 03:00:54 PM
Hi Everyone,Welcome jaya - Very nice work there. You have good taste too. Did you make the orange scales yourself?
Thought I'd introduce myself. I'm from Indonesia and had been a lurker for a while. Just recently registered. I'm a novice at SAK mods. I finally took the plunge and tried modding a few months back based on useful information derived from this forum.
Attached are mods I've done so far. Planning to do more mods in the future. Cheers.
I have a real soft spot for the Explorer chassis and my 2 modded EDC's are a Woodsman and a Passenger but with the small blade replaced by an in-line awl in both cases.
(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8801/27771877444_95b52661b0_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Jj78Bb)WP_20160718_001 (https://flic.kr/p/Jj78Bb) by magpie2112 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145157638@N06/), on Flickr
Hi there Magentus. Nope, the g10 orange scales are done by a good friend from Bali
The woodsman was my second mod. Been tinkering with the idea of doing a hybrid of both the Huntsman (popular with my friends) and the Explorer (one of my favourite SAK but too thick for edc, hence the Yeoman). Didn't realize that Victorinox had originally produced but discontinued, until classicrock pointed it out to me.
My latest mod was the Yeoman WS since the woodsman was thick (at 5 layers) and can simplify it based on the Yeoman.
Have a soft-spot for scissors and in-line phillips
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Post by: magentus on July 18, 2016, 03:19:33 PM
Post by: shibafu on July 18, 2016, 03:45:23 PM
Been looking at doing a similar alox mod. Personally can't do away with scissors and in-line phillips. Can anyone point me to details on the in-line phillips/openers combination layer? Thanks.
Welcome to the forum jaya_man.
For that layer you need the openers layers from two 93mm knives. Flip one of the springs around to put the bottle and can openers at the same end. Then the opposite end of the two springs needs to be modified to fit the phillips driver. Copying the profile of the 91mm phillips spring is a good starting point. For me it was a process of trial and error with lots of adjustments until the fit and action was OK. I trashed one spring before I got it right. I don't know if this is what other people do, but I also partly ground down the lobes on the tang of the phillips to get an easier action. Pushing against 2 springs is tough. You also need spacers either side of the phillips. And of course you need to drill out the pivot hole of the phillips to match the other tools (3mm or 1/8" depending on what you're using for pivots).
It was a pretty time-consuming mod, and expensive too since you need parts from 3 knives. But it was a satisfying one and worth the effort.
Post by: jaya_man on July 18, 2016, 03:57:48 PM
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Post by: SteveC on July 18, 2016, 04:06:46 PM
Post by: classicrock on July 18, 2016, 04:25:42 PM
Hi there Bro... Thought the pic and the SAK looked familiar... Didn't you change the scales to the red coloured plus one? :D
hello jaya_man! nice to meet you here, of course you know that SAK, you help me to built it right? haha..yep I changed the scale with the red one and that Yeoman ride on my belt everyday.
Post by: Poncho65 on July 18, 2016, 04:31:40 PM
Post by: jaya_man on July 18, 2016, 04:36:59 PM
Welcome to :MTO: jaya_man :tu: That is some awesome mods to come in here with right off the bat :o They look really good and hope you stick around and show us more later ;)Hi Poncho65,
Am definitely planning to
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Post by: Poncho65 on July 18, 2016, 04:49:38 PM
Welcome to :MTO: jaya_man :tu: That is some awesome mods to come in here with right off the bat :o They look really good and hope you stick around and show us more later ;)Hi Poncho65,
Amb definitely planning to
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:cheers:
Post by: jaya_man on July 18, 2016, 05:08:16 PM
Hi there Bro... Thought the pic and the SAK looked familiar... Didn't you change the scales to the red coloured plus one? :D
hello jaya_man! nice to meet you here, of course you know that SAK, you help me to built it right? haha..yep I changed the scale with the red one and that Yeoman ride on my belt everyday.
Correction, full credit on that build goes to you... Now let's move on to the next project
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Post by: jaya_man on July 18, 2016, 05:08:59 PM
Welcome j_m , nice work :cheers:
Thanks for the warm welcome... Cheers mate...
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Post by: jaya_man on July 18, 2016, 05:10:02 PM
The Yeoman WS is gorgeous - It's definitely worth putting a Woodsaw in any model.
Agree...
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Post by: jaya_man on July 18, 2016, 05:18:45 PM
Will switching the in-line phillips and openers to the opposite side of the layer cause any problems?My first attempt at an alox mod. It's a Pioneer X with the Syph-style inline Phillips + 2 openers layer, and 91mm scissors (nail-nick on the normal side!), and black-with-red-shield scales from a Pioneer.
I made a few mistakes and I'm not 100% happy with the results - but it works :) and it was a good learning experience. The action on the phillips and scissors are a bit rough, and the phillips sits a little higher than I'd like.
Good job.
Now you just need some brass liners and your all set. I have one much the same as yours Robert made for me.
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Post by: jaya_man on July 18, 2016, 07:13:25 PM
Yeah I always wondered why the Compact with less tools cost more then some SAKs with more.
My friend just bought new Compact a week ago for his mod. It's about IDR 488.000 here (US$ 37.5).
Thin SAK with lots of function, maybe that's the cause.
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That friend of yours sounds familiar...
Ayway, think I may have just won an auction for a used Compact over the local 2nd hand market... Not bad for a little over usd 15 incl. delivery... Fingers crossed
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Post by: Poncho65 on July 18, 2016, 07:33:00 PM
Yeah I always wondered why the Compact with less tools cost more then some SAKs with more.
My friend just bought new Compact a week ago for his mod. It's about IDR 488.000 here (US$ 37.5).
Thin SAK with lots of function, maybe that's the cause.
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That friend of yours sounds familiar...
Ayway, think I may have just won an auction for a used Compact over the local 2nd hand market... Not bad for a little over usd 15 incl. delivery... Fingers crossed
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:cheers: :popcorn:
Post by: shibafu on July 18, 2016, 08:57:35 PM
Will switching the in-line phillips and openers to the opposite side of the layer cause any problems?
You could certainly do that, but I think it might become a bit difficult to reach the nail nick on the can opener. It would be facing the high end of the blade.
Post by: sLaughterMed on July 18, 2016, 11:03:35 PM
It would also put the can opener in the middle of the tool, which might make it hard to open some cans.Will switching the in-line phillips and openers to the opposite side of the layer cause any problems?
You could certainly do that, but I think it might become a bit difficult to reach the nail nick on the can opener. It would be facing the high end of the blade.
Oh, and welcome aboard J_M. Always good to have another modder around. :cheers:
Post by: classicrock on July 19, 2016, 01:44:09 AM
That friend of yours sounds familiar...
Ayway, think I may have just won an auction for a used Compact over the local 2nd hand market... Not bad for a little over usd 15 incl. delivery... Fingers crossed
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Haha nice score jaya_man. Nice price for a mod donor.
So what's next?
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Post by: jaya_man on July 19, 2016, 01:46:48 AM
That friend of yours sounds familiar...
Ayway, think I may have just won an auction for a used Compact over the local 2nd hand market... Not bad for a little over usd 15 incl. delivery... Fingers crossed
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Haha nice score jaya_man. Nice price for a mod donor.
So what's next?
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A retro look golfer would be nifty
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Post by: jaya_man on July 19, 2016, 01:48:33 AM
Hmmm, makes good sense... Thanks for the warm welcome.It would also put the can opener in the middle of the tool, which might make it hard to open some cans.Will switching the in-line phillips and openers to the opposite side of the layer cause any problems?
You could certainly do that, but I think it might become a bit difficult to reach the nail nick on the can opener. It would be facing the high end of the blade.
Oh, and welcome aboard J_M. Always good to have another modder around. :cheers:
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Post by: JamesJ on July 20, 2016, 03:43:55 AM
The donors (I got these all used for cheapish prices):
Swisschamp (short phillips/clear plastic mag and stainless metal file, so...newest version I guess) with USA flag scales $35
Compact with red nylon scales $8.70
Outrider (phillips/camo version 55731) with nasty chip in main blade $17 (was listed as a OH Trekker....come on now people)
I want to make one 91mm "main" multi-tool as my EDC and alternative (hopefully a little thinner) to a Swisschamp. Mainly used for working on bicycles and music gear, cutting moleskin and tape, fixing all types of gadgets on the go, often in urban environments. The tools would be (not particular layer order yet):
•Pen Blade across from Nail file (from Compact) - Thinking about replacing the outer plate that has the little raised section (for the modern/thinner main blade) with a flat one, and using both of the little spacers that come with the pen blade/nail fail and keeping the spring standard thickness...but not sure how this would mesh together...basically trying to get pen blade and nail file in the same layer. EDIT: to clarify, there would be no large blade at all
•Cap Lifter across from Can Opener
•Pliers
•Scissors
•Metal file/saw (stainless/latest version)
•Inline Phillips (preferably longer one from a gray mag glass knife, shorter version if fit requires) across from Inline Fine Phillips (from scissor layer on the Outrider) - This is obviously the wonkiest part of the design. Looking at the 91mm phillips/mag glass spring, I see there is a cutout on the spring for the mag glass to tuck into...so i thought maybe I could put the IL Phillips (regular size one) on the mag glass end of the spring and then put the Fine Inline Phillps on the other end and it could tuck down into that pocket where the mag glass normally sits. Obviously I'd also need a spacer since the Fine Inline Phillips is the thickness of scissors (not sure if 110mm scissors are the same thickness as 91mm scissors). If I can't find a way to re-grind the Fine Phillips, then I'm thinking of just hacking it down into a backside tool (removing the original tang completely)
Back tools would be corkscrew, awl, fine slotted, chisel, then hook in order of preference depending on what springs I have to use to make it work.
The other knife would be my 110mm "campsite" knife mainly for food/beverages and firewood and whhhilderness adventures:
•Can/Bottle Layer
•Main Blade (bottom half serrated to get rid of that nick and help with cutting ropes, top half plain for cutting potatoes and enemy ninjas)
•Wood Saw (figure I don't need this unless I'm around a camp fire and from what I've seen the 110mm saw is a little nicer length for actually sawing things)
•Cork Screw (from Compact) -will the corkscrew from the Compact work on a 110mm knife? I'm thinking it's the same.
•Nylon Scales (by default for this size, but also because it's gonna get tossed around a bit) -are the nylon scales better for re-use than cellador? I'm thinking the nylon material would chip away less when pulling the scales off, leaving a tighter fit when re-attaching.
In both cases I'm thinking I could re-use the pins, but I'm not sure if the 91mm build would be thinner ENOUGH than a standard Swisschamp.
Alternately I was thinking of just tapping one side and reattaching the factory busings to the brass pins with screws (that would be hidden once the scales go on). Another option are these nice copper SwissB plus scales I see...says they need to be epoxied...but I'm thinking of drilling and countersinking them ala Alox mods (though still using the outer plates). If I did this, is there a thickness of interally-threaded tube that I can just slide in to replace the brass pins? or would I have to re-drill everything for bigger holes?
I've read that the OH series of 110mm knives have bigger pins than the regular 110mm knives..but how do the pins from the 110m knives compare to 91mm knives? Will the hole in the Fine Inline Phillips (from the Outrider) be larger than the holes in the tools from the Swisschamp?
When using etching solvents, do you apply nail polish or resist-ink to the holes on all the tools? (I'm thinking that the holes are drilled precisely and etching could slightly erode the holes, making a looser fit on the pins...I really love how precisely machined the teeth are on the pliers...so I'm thinking I wanna cover that all up before dipping...did any of you have to re-peen the scissors after acid/circuitboard sollution-ing them? I'm wondering if they still fit as tightly together after the dip.
Thanks guys...love this thread as well as one I saw where it's all coffee and SAKs...so awesome. Love all these builds and ideas.
Post by: jaya_man on July 20, 2016, 05:07:33 AM
Hey guys, coming out of lurking to present my idea and ask for tips and any heads-ups for issues I might encounter. I have 3 donor knives that I'm wanting to turn into 2 custom knives.
The donors (I got these all used for cheapish prices):
Swisschamp (short phillips/clear plastic mag and stainless metal file, so...newest version I guess) with USA flag scales $35
Compact with red nylon scales $8.70
Outrider (phillips/camo version 55731) with nasty chip in main blade $17 (was listed as a OH Trekker....come on now people)
I want to make one 91mm "main" multi-tool as my EDC and alternative (hopefully a little thinner) to a Swisschamp. Mainly used for working on bicycles and music gear, cutting moleskin and tape, fixing all types of gadgets on the go, often in urban environments. The tools would be (not particular layer order yet):
•Pen Blade across from Nail file (from Compact) - Thinking about replacing the outer plate that has the little raised section (for the modern/thinner main blade) with a flat one, and using both of the little spacers that come with the pen blade/nail fail and keeping the spring standard thickness...but not sure how this would mesh together...basically trying to get pen blade and nail file in the same layer. EDIT: to clarify, there would be no large blade at all
•Cap Lifter across from Can Opener
•Pliers
•Scissors
•Metal file/saw (stainless/latest version)
•Inline Phillips (preferably longer one from a gray mag glass knife, shorter version if fit requires) across from Inline Fine Phillips (from scissor layer on the Outrider) - This is obviously the wonkiest part of the design. Looking at the 91mm phillips/mag glass spring, I see there is a cutout on the spring for the mag glass to tuck into...so i thought maybe I could put the IL Phillips (regular size one) on the mag glass end of the spring and then put the Fine Inline Phillps on the other end and it could tuck down into that pocket where the mag glass normally sits. Obviously I'd also need a spacer since the Fine Inline Phillips is the thickness of scissors (not sure if 110mm scissors are the same thickness as 91mm scissors). If I can't find a way to re-grind the Fine Phillips, then I'm thinking of just hacking it down into a backside tool (removing the original tang completely)
Back tools would be corkscrew, awl, fine slotted, chisel, then hook in order of preference depending on what springs I have to use to make it work.
The other knife would be my 110mm "campsite" knife mainly for food/beverages and firewood and whhhilderness adventures:
•Can/Bottle Layer
•Main Blade (bottom half serrated to get rid of that nick and help with cutting ropes, top half plain for cutting potatoes and enemy ninjas)
•Wood Saw (figure I don't need this unless I'm around a camp fire and from what I've seen the 110mm saw is a little nicer length for actually sawing things)
•Cork Screw (from Compact) -will the corkscrew from the Compact work on a 110mm knife? I'm thinking it's the same.
•Nylon Scales (by default for this size, but also because it's gonna get tossed around a bit) -are the nylon scales better for re-use than cellador? I'm thinking the nylon material would chip away less when pulling the scales off, leaving a tighter fit when re-attaching.
In both cases I'm thinking I could re-use the pins, but I'm not sure if the 91mm build would be thinner ENOUGH than a standard Swisschamp.
Alternately I was thinking of just tapping one side and reattaching the factory busings to the brass pins with screws (that would be hidden once the scales go on). Another option are these nice copper SwissB plus scales I see...says they need to be epoxied...but I'm thinking of drilling and countersinking them ala Alox mods (though still using the outer plates). If I did this, is there a thickness of interally-threaded tube that I can just slide in to replace the brass pins? or would I have to re-drill everything for bigger holes?
I've read that the OH series of 110mm knives have bigger pins than the regular 110mm knives..but how do the pins from the 110m knives compare to 91mm knives? Will the hole in the Fine Inline Phillips (from the Outrider) be larger than the holes in the tools from the Swisschamp?
When using etching solvents, do you apply nail polish or resist-ink to the holes on all the tools? (I'm thinking that the holes are drilled precisely and etching could slightly erode the holes, making a looser fit on the pins...I really love how precisely machined the teeth are on the pliers...so I'm thinking I wanna cover that all up before dipping...did any of you have to re-peen the scissors after acid/circuitboard sollution-ing them? I'm wondering if they still fit as tightly together after the dip.
Thanks guys...love this thread as well as one I saw where it's all coffee and SAKs...so awesome. Love all these builds and ideas.
There are basically two versions of 111mm vics:
Liner-locks (oht, rescue tool, etc.)
Side locks (outrider, workchamp, etc.)
The liner locks have similar pin sizes as the 93mm models (3mm outer, 2.5mm middle)
The side locks share the same pin sizes as the 91mm models (2.5mm outer, 2.25mm/2.2mm middle)
Still trying to imagine your concepts and would love to see the end results
Hmmm, 91mm concept you have can make use of the remaining pins from the swisschamp I guess since practically 2 layers will be eliminated.
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Post by: JamesJ on July 20, 2016, 05:51:46 AM
Just realized from your pics that you may have an 84mm Sportsman instead of a 91mm Compact
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Ah...you are right...I believe I used the wrong name...and I do know the difference! OOPS! But wait...that IS still the nail file that works for 91mm knives right? Even though it's from an 84mm....
Post by: jaya_man on July 20, 2016, 05:56:32 AM
Maybe others can share their experience with combining the pen blade and file... At the minimum, the pivot hole on the file needs to be drilled to 2.5mm
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Post by: JamesJ on July 20, 2016, 09:03:08 AM
I haven't tried it out myself... Am fond of the combo tool on the Compact... As well as its hook with file...
I wish that was just the standard way the hook came...I've also thought about using a 58mm non-SD file, somehow attaching as a back tool.
The models that come with the file on the hook aren't cheap. I did see some Compacts used...but they must have been early...both lacked the file on the hook.
I know some of the electronic scales models have it...but haven't seen it anywhere else, aside from SuiseB Yeomans.
At the minimum, the pivot hole on the file needs to be drilled to 2.5mm
Ah good to know...I have never mixed tools like this...
Worst case scenario I'll just make an Explorer MS with Pliers...whatever that is...Deluxe Scientist Mountaineer...but having that fine phillips as a layer tool...if I can do it...would be pretty awesome. Otherwise I can toss a mag glass in there.
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Post by: hiraethus on July 20, 2016, 09:52:05 AM
I want to make one 91mm "main" multi-tool as my EDC and alternative (hopefully a little thinner) to a Swisschamp. Mainly used for working on bicycles and music gear, cutting moleskin and tape, fixing all types of gadgets on the go, often in urban environments. The tools would be (not particular layer order yet):
•Pen Blade across from Nail file (from Compact) - Thinking about replacing the outer plate that has the little raised section (for the modern/thinner main blade) with a flat one, and using both of the little spacers that come with the pen blade/nail fail and keeping the spring standard thickness...but not sure how this would mesh together...basically trying to get pen blade and nail file in the same layer. EDIT: to clarify, there would be no large blade at all
•Cap Lifter across from Can Opener
•Pliers
•Scissors
•Metal file/saw (stainless/latest version)
•Inline Phillips
Here's one I made a while back which is close to what you're aiming for:
(https://c4.staticflickr.com/9/8852/18572250195_e495d24a8b_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uiaCWg)
Deluxe Modeler, or Swisschamp with the saw and scaler removed. You should be able to re-use the pins as long as you're careful drilling the heads off. It might be possible to put the metal saw/file opposite the small blade - something I've been meanign to try for a while, but not got round to. I don't think the Compact hook/nail file will work at all on the front side of the knife, but the Cadet/Sportsman file should fit in place of the small blade.
The other knife would be my 110mm "campsite" knife mainly for food/beverages and firewood and whhhilderness adventures:
•Can/Bottle Layer
•Main Blade (bottom half serrated to get rid of that nick and help with cutting ropes, top half plain for cutting potatoes and enemy ninjas)
•Wood Saw (figure I don't need this unless I'm around a camp fire and from what I've seen the 110mm saw is a little nicer length for actually sawing things)
•Cork Screw (from Compact) -will the corkscrew from the Compact work on a 110mm knife? I'm thinking it's the same.
•Nylon Scales (by default for this size, but also because it's gonna get tossed around a bit) -are the nylon scales better for re-use than cellador? I'm thinking the nylon material would chip away less when pulling the scales off, leaving a tighter fit when re-attaching.
This is an existing model: the Rucksack, though you'll need to add your own serrations.
Welcome to the forum, and good luck with the mods. :tu:
Post by: hiraethus on July 20, 2016, 09:52:56 AM
Don't really know if anybody has shared this before in the forums, but thought I'd just share it anyway... An Autopsy of a Swisschamp...
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Excellent. :tu:
Post by: ddogu on July 20, 2016, 12:07:21 PM
Don't really know if anybody has shared this before in the forums, but thought I'd just share it anyway... An Autopsy of a Swisschamp...
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Love this! :salute:
Post by: JamesJ on July 20, 2016, 12:33:41 PM
Is the tool on the lower right of the pic what you meant? Hmmm... Might be a tall order putting that as an inline tool...(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160720/d3a5a1adcd2dd0256056211027637e78.jpg)
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No, this one from the 110mm knife...goes under the scissors...I wanna have it go under the regular size inline phillips (which is thicker)
Post by: JamesJ on July 21, 2016, 12:00:35 AM
Here's one I made a while back which is close to what you're aiming for:
(https://c4.staticflickr.com/9/8852/18572250195_e495d24a8b_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uiaCWg)
Deluxe Modeler, or Swisschamp with the saw and scaler removed. You should be able to re-use the pins as long as you're careful drilling the heads off. It might be possible to put the metal saw/file opposite the small blade - something I've been meanign to try for a while, but not got round to. I don't think the Compact hook/nail file will work at all on the front side of the knife, but the Cadet/Sportsman file should fit in place of the small blade.
That would be a model I'd want to collect for sure...black scales feel right for that one too, I always feel like the SAK is wearing a little tux with those black scales.
MS opposite small blade...hmmm...using spacers on both tools on a layer that's wider than either of them? Like putting the MS in the large blade slot?
I have another question about MS, WS, and scaler...on my Champs I see the fish scaler and wood saw sharing a layer, and the scaler has no back tool. They each have a spring, so the springs are against each other, and the side of the back tool is resting against the spring of the scaler.
If I was going to have WS and MS (no scaler) right next to each other, would I need anything between them?...not sure how they do it on knives that only have those 2 of the 3. It would mean the back tools - chisel and fine flathead - would also be rubbing against each other and "torqueing"/twisting in the case of the screwdriver. Also I see the thickest plate on the Champs is between MS and WS, and it has no cutout at all, as if to say the WS and MS must not ever touch...
This is an existing model: the Rucksack, though you'll need to add your own serrations.
Ah...I will definitely mention that in the upcoming teardown/build (aka "bloopers reel") video. I'm still pretty lost on the 110 and 58 model names...I was considering the Hercules for a while, then S557 (pre and post Vic versions), but I feel like I prefer my "toolsy" SAKs at 91mm, then just blades at 110mm. Seems a little silly to have that ergonomic handle and then a 20 layer knife...which of course now I want to see and buy. That WorkchampXL is pretty crazy but seemed like mostly just funny shaped blades were added.
Post by: jaya_man on July 21, 2016, 04:45:21 AM
Based on experience, a liner is required between the MS and WS... And a specific liner is required for the WS... Otherwise proper closing of WS would not be achieved...Here's one I made a while back which is close to what you're aiming for:
(https://c4.staticflickr.com/9/8852/18572250195_e495d24a8b_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uiaCWg)
Deluxe Modeler, or Swisschamp with the saw and scaler removed. You should be able to re-use the pins as long as you're careful drilling the heads off. It might be possible to put the metal saw/file opposite the small blade - something I've been meanign to try for a while, but not got round to. I don't think the Compact hook/nail file will work at all on the front side of the knife, but the Cadet/Sportsman file should fit in place of the small blade.
That would be a model I'd want to collect for sure...black scales feel right for that one too, I always feel like the SAK is wearing a little tux with those black scales.
MS opposite small blade...hmmm...using spacers on both tools on a layer that's wider than either of them? Like putting the MS in the large blade slot?
I have another question about MS, WS, and scaler...on my Champs I see the fish scaler and wood saw sharing a layer, and the scaler has no back tool. They each have a spring, so the springs are against each other, and the side of the back tool is resting against the spring of the scaler.
If I was going to have WS and MS (no scaler) right next to each other, would I need anything between them?...not sure how they do it on knives that only have those 2 of the 3. It would mean the back tools - chisel and fine flathead - would also be rubbing against each other and "torqueing"/twisting in the case of the screwdriver. Also I see the thickest plate on the Champs is between MS and WS, and it has no cutout at all, as if to say the WS and MS must not ever touch...This is an existing model: the Rucksack, though you'll need to add your own serrations.
Ah...I will definitely mention that in the upcoming teardown/build (aka "bloopers reel") video. I'm still pretty lost on the 110 and 58 model names...I was considering the Hercules for a while, then S557 (pre and post Vic versions), but I feel like I prefer my "toolsy" SAKs at 91mm, then just blades at 110mm. Seems a little silly to have that ergonomic handle and then a 20 layer knife...which of course now I want to see and buy. That WorkchampXL is pretty crazy but seemed like mostly just funny shaped blades were added.
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Post by: jaya_man on July 21, 2016, 04:52:36 AM
A liner similar to the one in this pic (minus the area marked with a sharpee) or the full liner similar to WS layer pic I shared earlier will be fine.
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Post by: Poncho65 on July 21, 2016, 05:47:57 AM
:tu:
Post by: jaya_man on July 21, 2016, 08:31:06 AM
A sneak peak of my on-going project... Just waiting on a donor sak to arrive to complete my build...
:cheers:
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Post by: Poncho65 on July 21, 2016, 03:59:35 PM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160721/d30e72514adeb73df56d5a383198e4b5.jpg)
A sneak peak of my on-going project... Just waiting on a donor sak to arrive to complete my build...
:cheers:
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Can't wait to see what you have planned :tu:
Post by: JamesJ on July 22, 2016, 05:58:14 AM
A sneak peak of my on-going project... Just waiting on a donor sak to arrive to complete my build...
Camera angle/lighting or am I looking at a black spring?
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Post by: Poncho65 on July 22, 2016, 03:10:23 PM
:popcorn:
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Post by: JamesJ on July 22, 2016, 11:46:29 PM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160721/5889d3a2d16a14624d699bad3fca6634.jpg)
A liner similar to the one in this pic (minus the area marked with a sharpee) or the full liner similar to WS layer pic I shared earlier will be fine.
Ah yes I see now...a variation in the liners......red Champ (2007 on the package, has gray magnifier), you can see it has a solid, thick plate between MS and WS, USA flag Champ has the newer file and liner like your photo.
2 of my 3 donor knives showed up today, still waiting on the 110mm
Seeing your wood scales in progress has me considering making some purpleheart scales...but I don't wanna give up tweezers...
Post by: jaya_man on July 23, 2016, 04:35:51 AM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160721/5889d3a2d16a14624d699bad3fca6634.jpg)
A liner similar to the one in this pic (minus the area marked with a sharpee) or the full liner similar to WS layer pic I shared earlier will be fine.
Ah yes I see now...a variation in the liners......red Champ (2007 on the package, has gray magnifier), you can see it has a solid, thick plate between MS and WS, USA flag Champ has the newer file and liner like your photo.
2 of my 3 donor knives showed up today, still waiting on the 110mm
Seeing your wood scales in progress has me considering making some purpleheart scales...but I don't wanna give up tweezers...
Cant wait to finish my project... Cant wait to see yours completed... ☕️
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Post by: Sparky415 on July 23, 2016, 08:18:05 AM
Damascus Electrician X
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(https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fM6NfIFChmY/V4eFRTrV-vI/AAAAAAAAUAs/g3DMF9Z9ENY5HdYW2VDB9Yu-oYGummtbwCLcB/s1600/titanium_damascus_victorinox_electrician_1.JPG)
I have just seen this and all I can say is :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh !
Post by: ddogu on July 23, 2016, 12:56:40 PM
Damascus Electrician X
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(https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fM6NfIFChmY/V4eFRTrV-vI/AAAAAAAAUAs/g3DMF9Z9ENY5HdYW2VDB9Yu-oYGummtbwCLcB/s1600/titanium_damascus_victorinox_electrician_1.JPG)
I have just seen this and all I can say is :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh !
It is gonna be an understatement if I say I fell in love with this! :drool: :gimme: :gimme:
Post by: ddogu on July 23, 2016, 12:57:20 PM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160721/d30e72514adeb73df56d5a383198e4b5.jpg)
A sneak peak of my on-going project... Just waiting on a donor sak to arrive to complete my build...
:cheers:
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LOVELY scales! Where do you get those pins, if I may ask?
Post by: jaya_man on July 23, 2016, 01:04:51 PM
Sourced from a friend... Unfortunately, 2.2mm sized pins are unavailable in this part of the world... Had to stick it in the rotary tool and sandwhich it between sandpapers...(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160721/d30e72514adeb73df56d5a383198e4b5.jpg)
A sneak peak of my on-going project... Just waiting on a donor sak to arrive to complete my build...
:cheers:
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LOVELY scales! Where do you get those pins, if I may ask?
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Post by: JamesJ on July 24, 2016, 02:43:56 AM
I liked that little nylon scales Sportsman so much I didn't have the heart to take it apart...and now I wish it had scissors (tried to see if I could find any of the older 84mm knives that still had scissors...search continues.)
If I want a nail file instead of the small blade, going into a 91mm knife...which knives should I be looking at to get that implement?
Seems like the Sportsman is one of the only ones. I'm guessing whenever I see a nail file instead of small blade in a 91mm custom build, it was taken from the 84mm Sportsman?
I did a quick test fit of the fine phillips from underneath the scissors on the Outrider as a replacement for the magnifying glass across from the larger size phillips in a 91mm chassis.
There's plenty of room for it. But there are 3 issues:
-It's pretty loose when closed...I know it's supposed to be a little bit loose since it's deployed with that goofy hook. The standard phillips will keep the fine phillips from swinging out on its own, but it would be nice if it was a little tighter when closed. Granted...when I get it all sandwiched together and pinned up, the friction of the liners pressing on the sides of it may keep it from flapping around.
-The fine phillips is thinner than the standard phillips/mag glass/LED layer...I expected this and just need to put a spacer in there...but the difference is minor...the fine phillips is the thickness of scissors...going to need very thin stock to cut a spacer from...or should I just use a very thin washer?
-The little hook that's there to help you deploy the screwdriver would interfere with a keyring...but I'm thinking I just need to keep the screwdrivers layer away from the can/bottle layer...screwdrivers in the middle layer would be ace. I tried swapping the positions of the regular and fine phillips on the spring but then the regular phillips doesn't snap nice into the 90 degree position.
Post by: Poncho65 on July 24, 2016, 03:27:52 AM
:popcorn:
Post by: JamesJ on July 24, 2016, 06:51:07 AM
The size and shape was just a result of the notch that was already there. I guess I could have went bigger.
Post by: jaya_man on July 24, 2016, 06:53:46 AM
I received the 111m knife today (I've been calling it a 110mm knife, NOOB). Got 2 of the donors taken apart, the Champ and the Outrider.Hi James,
I liked that little nylon scales Sportsman so much I didn't have the heart to take it apart...and now I wish it had scissors (tried to see if I could find any of the older 84mm knives that still had scissors...search continues.)
If I want a nail file instead of the small blade, going into a 91mm knife...which knives should I be looking at to get that implement?
Seems like the Sportsman is one of the only ones. I'm guessing whenever I see a nail file instead of small blade in a 91mm custom build, it was taken from the 84mm Sportsman?
I did a quick test fit of the fine phillips from underneath the scissors on the Outrider as a replacement for the magnifying glass across from the larger size phillips in a 91mm chassis.
There's plenty of room for it. But there are 3 issues:
-It's pretty loose when closed...I know it's supposed to be a little bit loose since it's deployed with that goofy hook. The standard phillips will keep the fine phillips from swinging out on its own, but it would be nice if it was a little tighter when closed. Granted...when I get it all sandwiched together and pinned up, the friction of the liners pressing on the sides of it may keep it from flapping around.
-The fine phillips is thinner than the standard phillips/mag glass/LED layer...I expected this and just need to put a spacer in there...but the difference is minor...the fine phillips is the thickness of scissors...going to need very thin stock to cut a spacer from...or should I just use a very thin washer?
-The little hook that's there to help you deploy the screwdriver would interfere with a keyring...but I'm thinking I just need to keep the screwdrivers layer away from the can/bottle layer...screwdrivers in the middle layer would be ace. I tried swapping the positions of the regular and fine phillips on the spring but then the regular phillips doesn't snap nice into the 90 degree position.
The fine phillips from the outrider is probably loose and moves freely because there isn't enough tension on the backspring. If you notice the end part where the phillips sit on the outrider is a bit higher compared to the backspring part where the magnifying glass sits...
Putting washers to compensate for tool width is to prevent side to side play...
:Cheers:
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Post by: jaya_man on July 24, 2016, 06:55:34 AM
Serrations went Ok I guess...there is still a "blob" of metal on the surface of the blade, at the edge of where the little bit was missing...either the damage to the blade somehow melted a bit of the metal back onto the blade...OR...some clever guy was trying to fill the chip with rod, or it randomly fell onto a torch...most likely it was aliens. These could be pretty and more even...thinking of going in with a tiny round file to clean them up a bit...but already they cut well.Awesome work there James
The size and shape was just a result of the notch that was already there. I guess I could have went bigger.
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Post by: jaya_man on July 24, 2016, 07:00:37 AM
I received the 111m knife today (I've been calling it a 110mm knife, NOOB). Got 2 of the donors taken apart, the Champ and the Outrider.Wow the in-line phillips and backspring shape has evolved again... New info for me...
I liked that little nylon scales Sportsman so much I didn't have the heart to take it apart...and now I wish it had scissors (tried to see if I could find any of the older 84mm knives that still had scissors...search continues.)
If I want a nail file instead of the small blade, going into a 91mm knife...which knives should I be looking at to get that implement?
Seems like the Sportsman is one of the only ones. I'm guessing whenever I see a nail file instead of small blade in a 91mm custom build, it was taken from the 84mm Sportsman?
I did a quick test fit of the fine phillips from underneath the scissors on the Outrider as a replacement for the magnifying glass across from the larger size phillips in a 91mm chassis.
There's plenty of room for it. But there are 3 issues:
-It's pretty loose when closed...I know it's supposed to be a little bit loose since it's deployed with that goofy hook. The standard phillips will keep the fine phillips from swinging out on its own, but it would be nice if it was a little tighter when closed. Granted...when I get it all sandwiched together and pinned up, the friction of the liners pressing on the sides of it may keep it from flapping around.
-The fine phillips is thinner than the standard phillips/mag glass/LED layer...I expected this and just need to put a spacer in there...but the difference is minor...the fine phillips is the thickness of scissors...going to need very thin stock to cut a spacer from...or should I just use a very thin washer?
-The little hook that's there to help you deploy the screwdriver would interfere with a keyring...but I'm thinking I just need to keep the screwdrivers layer away from the can/bottle layer...screwdrivers in the middle layer would be ace. I tried swapping the positions of the regular and fine phillips on the spring but then the regular phillips doesn't snap nice into the 90 degree position.
Here's a comparison pic of the same in-line phillips layer I dissambled in the past..
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Post by: JamesJ on July 24, 2016, 07:16:11 AM
Wow the in-line phillips and backspring shape has evolved again... New info for me...
Here's a comparison pic of the same in-line phillips layer I dissambled in the past..
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I don't know why there is a notch on the spring on mine...almost looks like a slide lock notch. I was expecting a spring more like the one found under the gray mag glass...and now I see there are at least 3 types...
Post by: jaya_man on July 24, 2016, 07:21:29 AM
Would it help to put back a little more tension on the spring if that part in the spring is removed?
Wow the in-line phillips and backspring shape has evolved again... New info for me...
Here's a comparison pic of the same in-line phillips layer I dissambled in the past..
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160724/f5c370d029478b9087dcad6ca0a19ccb.jpg)
I don't know why there is a notch on the spring on mine...almost looks like a slide lock notch. I was expecting a spring more like the one found under the gray mag glass...and now I see there are at least 3 types...
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Post by: JamesJ on July 24, 2016, 12:28:26 PM
Would it help to put back a little more tension on the spring if that part in the spring is removed?
Ah...what I mean is that the fine phillips is loose and moves..the regular phillips is tight...so removing that piece wouldn't effect things I don't think...but I might be confused!
Post by: jaya_man on July 24, 2016, 12:31:16 PM
I was referring to your 111mm fine phillips tool...Would it help to put back a little more tension on the spring if that part in the spring is removed?
Ah...what I mean is that the fine phillips is loose and moves..the regular phillips is tight...so removing that piece wouldn't effect things I don't think...but I might be confused!
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Post by: JamesJ on July 24, 2016, 02:25:10 PM
I was referring to your 111mm fine phillips tool...
Hey now...yeah ok then that little part on the spring doesn't really effect it...basically it needs a little more material on the surface of the spring that touches the tool (or on both sides of the tool that touch the spring when opened or closed)
Post by: jaya_man on July 24, 2016, 02:33:21 PM
Ah well... Was hoping if that notch was taken out, the fine phillips pushed all the way down, then the part on the fine phillips will push down on the spring end and add some tension, in addition to lowering down the exposed hook...I was referring to your 111mm fine phillips tool...
Hey now...yeah ok then that little part on the spring doesn't really effect it...basically it needs a little more material on the surface of the spring that touches the tool (or on both sides of the tool that touch the spring when opened or closed)
Hats of to you for a challenging build... Really can't wait to see the results.
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Post by: jaya_man on July 24, 2016, 02:55:04 PM
Basically tore down a Compact, removed the multi-purpose hook, replaced the scissors backspring with an older style, replaced spacer/keyring attachment with spacer/no keyring attachment, replaced corkscrew with phillips and slapped some custom wood scales made by a friend.
This was my first attempt at through peening. Not 100% perfect... Sigh... I gotta admit, I still need a lot of work to improve my peening. Also messed up the top scale around the shield area during fine sanding/finishing.
Idea behind this build was to look for a 2 layer edc alternative if pocket space was an issue for the orange Yeoman.
Was really looking forward to edc this baby, but it will have to wait. Am sending this to my friend (who did the custom scales) for re-stamp pressing of the Vic Shield.
Hmmm, now got me thinking... An 84mm modern golfer with similar tools such as this would be an even better alternative to the Yeoman. Hahaha... Will add it to my list of mod projects...
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Post by: JamesJ on July 24, 2016, 04:55:42 PM
and slapped some custom wood scales made by a friend.
What wood is this? Looks almost like alder...
Am sending this to my friend (who did the custom scales) for re-stamp pressing of the Vic Shield.
Great R&D. Next time you can peen first then ship it off for the emblem.
I really wanna try some wood scales...I have a bunch of woods here from guitar building, purpleheart, ebony, various mahogany, maple, ash. I think I can route a clean channel in the scale for tweezers/toothpick using a Dremil router base and a guide...but looking at a factory scale I notice the "roof" of the tweezers slot is higher in the middle (allowing the tweezers to expand slightly). Not sure of any precise way to do that arch.
Post by: jaya_man on July 24, 2016, 05:00:42 PM
I Don't know what its called in English but its a local Indonesian wood called Cendana... Yup may have to peen first before emblem. Amazing how much stuff you learn as you go... Next time I do wood, will probably try laser engraving...and slapped some custom wood scales made by a friend.
What wood is this? Looks almost like alder...Am sending this to my friend (who did the custom scales) for re-stamp pressing of the Vic Shield.
Great R&D. Next time you can peen first then ship it off for the emblem.
I really wanna try some wood scales...I have a bunch of woods here from guitar building, purpleheart, ebony, various mahogany, maple, ash. I think I can route a clean channel in the scale for tweezers/toothpick using a Dremil router base and a guide...but looking at a factory scale I notice the "roof" of the tweezers slot is higher in the middle (allowing the tweezers to expand slightly). Not sure of any precise way to do that arch.
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Post by: Poncho65 on July 26, 2016, 08:00:58 PM
Post by: ddogu on July 27, 2016, 11:25:32 AM
I Don't know what its called in English but its a local Indonesian wood called Cendana... Yup may have to peen first before emblem. Amazing how much stuff you learn as you go... Next time I do wood, will probably try laser engraving...and slapped some custom wood scales made by a friend.
What wood is this? Looks almost like alder...Am sending this to my friend (who did the custom scales) for re-stamp pressing of the Vic Shield.
Great R&D. Next time you can peen first then ship it off for the emblem.
I really wanna try some wood scales...I have a bunch of woods here from guitar building, purpleheart, ebony, various mahogany, maple, ash. I think I can route a clean channel in the scale for tweezers/toothpick using a Dremil router base and a guide...but looking at a factory scale I notice the "roof" of the tweezers slot is higher in the middle (allowing the tweezers to expand slightly). Not sure of any precise way to do that arch.
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I didn't realize you're from Indonesia! Greetings to Jakarta and Bali! I miss makanan Indonesia, alamak...
Post by: jaya_man on July 27, 2016, 11:30:52 AM
Hahaha... Selam--dan Indonesia, my friend...I Don't know what its called in English but its a local Indonesian wood called Cendana... Yup may have to peen first before emblem. Amazing how much stuff you learn as you go... Next time I do wood, will probably try laser engraving...and slapped some custom wood scales made by a friend.
What wood is this? Looks almost like alder...Am sending this to my friend (who did the custom scales) for re-stamp pressing of the Vic Shield.
Great R&D. Next time you can peen first then ship it off for the emblem.
I really wanna try some wood scales...I have a bunch of woods here from guitar building, purpleheart, ebony, various mahogany, maple, ash. I think I can route a clean channel in the scale for tweezers/toothpick using a Dremil router base and a guide...but looking at a factory scale I notice the "roof" of the tweezers slot is higher in the middle (allowing the tweezers to expand slightly). Not sure of any precise way to do that arch.
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Post by: Wade Eva on July 27, 2016, 11:09:35 PM
Can you figure out what makes this one so SPECIAL? ;)
(Please excuse the dirty knife. Just pulled it from my pocket to shoot.)
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Post by: Poncho65 on July 28, 2016, 01:22:42 AM
Built this one last month. It's my take on a Farmer X. It's a SPECIAL one.
Can you figure out what makes this one so SPECIAL? ;)
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Sweet two tone mod :drool: :cheers:
Post by: jaya_man on July 28, 2016, 07:08:15 AM
Built this one last month. It's my take on a Farmer X. It's a SPECIAL one.Very nice
Can you figure out what makes this one so SPECIAL? ;)
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Post by: m47mu74nt on July 28, 2016, 10:15:01 AM
Post by: shibafu on July 28, 2016, 12:49:29 PM
Built this one last month. It's my take on a Farmer X. It's a SPECIAL one.
Can you figure out what makes this one so SPECIAL? ;)
What doesn't make it special? So much niceness... even if it did apparently wake up with a bit of a hangover and put on 2 left shoes :)
Nice brass liners, and is that a brass spacer/keyring loop as well? Nice rivetting work, it must take a bit of courage to swing the hammer at an expensive red scale.
Post by: JamesJ on July 28, 2016, 03:12:31 PM
Built this one last month. It's my take on a Farmer X. It's a SPECIAL one.
Can you figure out what makes this one so SPECIAL? ;)
What doesn't make it special? So much niceness... even if it did apparently wake up with a bit of a hangover and put on 2 left shoes :)
Nice brass liners, and is that a brass spacer/keyring loop as well? Nice rivetting work, it must take a bit of courage to swing the hammer at an expensive red scale.
Exactly, the combo of scissors, brass liners, kooky crazy mismatched scales, and what I think is a genuine Victorinox clip? together the combo gives off "custom" along with a hint of vintage militaria kind of a feel. The patina would go nice with a worn drab canvas sheath.
It's kind of like certain types of muscle car builds, deliberate use of a primer-only finish but fancy engine, etc...certainly not off the shelf...BUT ALSO...in terms of functionality...sweet spot between size and number of implements, and an all metal build always feels like you can jump out of a helicopter with it. And this might sound weird but I like the peening, like the amount of facets vs smooth dome surface...and I like that you didn't go with torx for this look. Basically it looks hand hammered as if this is a 40's military item. .I always overlook scuffed up colored alox knives on ebay thinking I would want plain aluminum so the scuffs don't show...but when you do everything else rebuilt and clean, then they're like $400 ripped up rock'n'roll jeans. This would go nice with one of them silly right-angle flashlights with maybe an amber lens in it. Aluminum boyscout canteen...all set. And if you do drop it on the rocks...it's whatever. But you won't drop it cuz of that clip....
Post by: JamesJ on July 28, 2016, 03:38:36 PM
My plan to put the finer inline phillips (from 111mm Outrider) across from standard inline philips has been replaced with the notion of mounting it across from a nail file (from Sportsman) using a blades-layer spring...
The fine phillips is the thickness of scissors, looks to me that the blade spring is very very close to the same thickness.
I would use a liner WITHOUT the raised section for contemporary/thinner main blades, but instead a flat liner, so the phillips can take up the full thickness of the layer, and of course the spacer for the nail file...
This would allow large and pen blades in one layer then nailfile and fine phillips in another. But also there's the dilema of the rear tool, I'm guessing multipurpose hook, corckscrew and backside phillips are the only ones of (near)correct thickness.
Anybody know if something off the 58mm or 74mm knives would be the correct thickness to use as the backside tool? If not, are there any 91mm blade-layer springs without a back tool, like some 84mm models have?
It looks tight but it looks like it might close up perfectly...(less "rigged" than my previous idea)....I don't have a spare nail file so I'm mocking it up here with a small blade and the wrong liner...I think the nail file isn't as wide as the blade, perhaps leaving slightly more room for the phillips.
Post by: Wade Eva on July 28, 2016, 08:08:40 PM
What makes this one so SPECIAL is...............................
that I messed up and put the saw and scissors on the wrong sides. So the nail nick for the scissors is behind the saw! It's still accessible due to the bendy nature of the saw, but still! ::)
Anyway, it's my EDC and I really love it. I have and extra Cutlery Shopp Blue Farmer that's up next. Just need to make liners.
I can do smooth peened pins, but I like the hammered look. Just gives it some character. And yes, the key ring loop/spacer is brass.
The pocket dangler (clip) is home made. Stainless Steel baby spoon gave up the ghost for this one!
And the added benefit is that with the left over parts, I make a two toned Pioneer.
Finally, thanks to all the contributors to this site/forum. The wealth of knowledge is second to none and the professionalism is above par.
Post by: pfrsantos on July 29, 2016, 02:36:01 AM
The wood is beautiful :cheers: Love how simple and elegant it is :cheers:
That's what she said...
:whistle:
Post by: Poncho65 on July 29, 2016, 03:19:52 AM
The wood is beautiful :cheers: Love how simple and elegant it is :cheers:
That's what she said...
:whistle:
:facepalm:
:rofl:
Post by: jaya_man on July 29, 2016, 08:50:40 AM
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Post by: m47mu74nt on July 29, 2016, 10:19:35 AM
Minichamp autopsy for reference... In case anyone needs it...
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I don't have any, but it's good to have that kind of pic under the hand :)
Post by: JamesJ on July 29, 2016, 11:00:14 AM
Minichamp autopsy for reference... In case anyone needs it...
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:popcorn: :popcorn:
So I've been meaning to ask, after seeing the small magnetic phillips/can opener combo tool from mini champ/etc used as back side tool on 91mm knife...can the tools from the back of 91mm knives, aside from corkscrew and phillips, but mounted in a mini champ chassis?
Post by: hiraethus on July 29, 2016, 11:25:49 AM
The other was to have the awl from a 91mm replace the cuticle pusher / ruler layer.
The awl actually fits really well. I filled the original 2.5mm hole with brass and re-drilled a 1/16th inch hole for the right spot for a 58mm hole. In this super up close pic you can see what I mean.
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This is just a test setup to see if the awl works and it does. Snap is perfect. The only other thing it needed was a very very did I say very, tiny washer that is 0.010" thick. That was not fun to make. I drilled a 1/16th inch hole in some sheet stock, and then by hand and with needle nose pliers turned it into a round washer.
Post by: jaya_man on July 29, 2016, 11:59:09 AM
That one I haven't explored...Minichamp autopsy for reference... In case anyone needs it...
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160729/e78409cd9c68dc8f2d71d4bb64777bfe.jpg)
:popcorn: :popcorn:
So I've been meaning to ask, after seeing the small magnetic phillips/can opener combo tool from mini champ/etc used as back side tool on 91mm knife...can the tools from the back of 91mm knives, aside from corkscrew and phillips, but mounted in a mini champ chassis?
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Post by: jaya_man on July 29, 2016, 12:01:49 PM
Syph has put an awl on a 58mm:Nice share...The other was to have the awl from a 91mm replace the cuticle pusher / ruler layer.
The awl actually fits really well. I filled the original 2.5mm hole with brass and re-drilled a 1/16th inch hole for the right spot for a 58mm hole. In this super up close pic you can see what I mean.
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Customs/Ti58Anodized/IMG_5210.jpg)
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Customs/Ti58Anodized/IMG_5202.jpg)
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(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/Customs/Ti58Anodized/IMG_5211.jpg)
This is just a test setup to see if the awl works and it does. Snap is perfect. The only other thing it needed was a very very did I say very, tiny washer that is 0.010" thick. That was not fun to make. I drilled a 1/16th inch hole in some sheet stock, and then by hand and with needle nose pliers turned it into a round washer.
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Post by: jaya_man on July 29, 2016, 12:12:07 PM
:cheers:Minichamp autopsy for reference... In case anyone needs it...
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I don't have any, but it's good to have that kind of pic under the hand :)
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Post by: Poncho65 on July 30, 2016, 12:37:54 AM
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Post by: JamesJ on August 01, 2016, 05:02:00 AM
Originally I was gonna put the openers layer in here too, and as somebody mentioned then that's just a Rucksack, which is a standard model. I didn't end up putting them in here thinking it would be a better feel for use as an actual knife. So it's just main blade, WS and corkscrew...not sure what model that is.
Now...here's a question for you 'spurts. You can see I used the thicker (aluminum?) liners on the outsides instead of the thinner liner (nickel silver?) shown in the pic next to the knife.
I did this because when I got it together with the thinner liner on the outside (usually part of the openers layer) with the slight bow/bulge stamped into it, the knife felt too...flexible/fragile I guess.
So I used the thicker one for the outside
There's a thicker one with a cutout in it that I put in the middle (on the Outrider it was between the scissors and openers, but I've seen variants where they used a non-cutout/thick liner in that location.)
I didn't want to put that one on the ouside since there would be nothing to support the scale in the cutout area.
So I used the thick one with no cutout for the outside. It works, the saw closes...but what am I actually supposed to use if the saw is on the outside like that and there are no openers?
I suppose the thick liners should be on either side of the blade as they were on the original knife, and maybe I need to fab a thin but flat liner, or additional thick/flat liner for the other side?
I'm thinking about putting those openers in there anyway, no big deal re-doing it. I like the feel of this size though. Need a Hercules for the collection.
Post by: AHB on August 01, 2016, 11:05:39 AM
Post by: neillcurrie on August 01, 2016, 03:54:25 PM
That one I haven't explored...Minichamp autopsy for reference... In case anyone needs it...
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160729/e78409cd9c68dc8f2d71d4bb64777bfe.jpg)
:popcorn: :popcorn:
So I've been meaning to ask, after seeing the small magnetic phillips/can opener combo tool from mini champ/etc used as back side tool on 91mm knife...can the tools from the back of 91mm knives, aside from corkscrew and phillips, but mounted in a mini champ chassis?
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There may be a problem with the hole sizes when the tool is transplanted in "that direction".
Post by: JamesJ on August 02, 2016, 12:15:26 AM
That one I haven't explored...Minichamp autopsy for reference... In case anyone needs it...
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160729/e78409cd9c68dc8f2d71d4bb64777bfe.jpg)
:popcorn: :popcorn:
So I've been meaning to ask, after seeing the small magnetic phillips/can opener combo tool from mini champ/etc used as back side tool on 91mm knife...can the tools from the back of 91mm knives, aside from corkscrew and phillips, but mounted in a mini champ chassis?
There may be a problem with the hole sizes when the tool is transplanted in "that direction".
ahhhhhh, so either need to peen some brass in on every tool and grind flat to redrill smaller (ughh) or enlarge everything to match...I think I might just take all my favorite tools and tie them all to a string and wear it as a necklace. Ultimate mod.
Post by: classicrock on August 14, 2016, 01:56:36 AM
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Post by: jaya_man on August 14, 2016, 03:36:26 AM
My latest mod. Made from leftover parts. I always wanted to built SAK for my car's toolbox. And here it is. Should I named it Helper?Nice build... If scissors were added then it would be called a master craftsman / astronaut
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Post by: classicrock on August 15, 2016, 02:21:16 AM
Nice build... If scissors were added then it would be called a master craftsman / astronaut
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Thanx a lot Jaya! Thanx for the pins and bushings
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Post by: jaya_man on August 15, 2016, 02:27:16 AM
Your welcome...
Nice build... If scissors were added then it would be called a master craftsman / astronaut
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Thanx a lot Jaya! Thanx for the pins and bushings
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Post by: Poncho65 on August 15, 2016, 03:45:48 AM
Your welcome...
Nice build... If scissors were added then it would be called a master craftsman / astronaut
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Thanx a lot Jaya! Thanx for the pins and bushings
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Very nice build indeed 8)
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Post by: classicrock on August 15, 2016, 03:48:04 AM
Very nice build indeed 8)
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Thanx Poncho
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Post by: magentus on August 15, 2016, 10:48:15 AM
Post by: jaya_man on August 18, 2016, 08:40:20 AM
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Post by: Poncho65 on August 18, 2016, 04:08:59 PM
Recently completed this build... Nothing special though... Just replaced the scales and liners of the Minichamp with that made out of brass... Originally wanted to take out a couple of tools I never use, but tool configuration meant that one if the tools nail nick would be inaccessible... A friend did the brass scales and liner...
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Very pretty and shiny jaya :like:
8)
Post by: jaya_man on August 18, 2016, 04:34:06 PM
Too shiny and looks plain... Still deciding on whether to put some graphics on the front and back scales... The color reminds me of C3PO... Maybe a Star Wars theme might be appropriate...Recently completed this build... Nothing special though... Just replaced the scales and liners of the Minichamp with that made out of brass... Originally wanted to take out a couple of tools I never use, but tool configuration meant that one if the tools nail nick would be inaccessible... A friend did the brass scales and liner...
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Very pretty and shiny jaya :like:
8)
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Post by: magentus on August 18, 2016, 04:50:38 PM
How about a picture of R2 electrocuting C3PO and Jar Jar Binks into the pit of Sarlacc?Too shiny and looks plain... Still deciding on whether to put some graphics on the front and back scales... The color reminds me of C3PO... Maybe a Star Wars theme might be appropriate...Recently completed this build... Nothing special though... Just replaced the scales and liners of the Minichamp with that made out of brass... Originally wanted to take out a couple of tools I never use, but tool configuration meant that one if the tools nail nick would be inaccessible... A friend did the brass scales and liner...
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160818/cad65fe28267d5e647dc6bb3e00fa3e6.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160818/95f67753ef78fcb856658506fc037f56.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160818/fb05297e562a215fb4bc525b00dfb473.jpg)
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Very pretty and shiny jaya :like:
8)
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Post by: jaya_man on August 18, 2016, 05:11:55 PM
Lol...How about a picture of R2 electrocuting C3PO and Jar Jar Binks into the pit of Sarlacc?Too shiny and looks plain... Still deciding on whether to put some graphics on the front and back scales... The color reminds me of C3PO... Maybe a Star Wars theme might be appropriate...Recently completed this build... Nothing special though... Just replaced the scales and liners of the Minichamp with that made out of brass... Originally wanted to take out a couple of tools I never use, but tool configuration meant that one if the tools nail nick would be inaccessible... A friend did the brass scales and liner...
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160818/cad65fe28267d5e647dc6bb3e00fa3e6.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160818/95f67753ef78fcb856658506fc037f56.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160818/fb05297e562a215fb4bc525b00dfb473.jpg)
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Very pretty and shiny jaya :like:
8)
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Post by: theredel on August 18, 2016, 10:44:05 PM
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Post by: tattoosteve99 on August 20, 2016, 03:51:37 AM
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Post by: Monrogue on August 20, 2016, 04:20:17 AM
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Post by: jaya_man on August 20, 2016, 04:23:51 AM
I'm past due for pics so here's a bunch.Ahhh... Lovely mods... A Yeoman I see... Must have we should...
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Post by: Psych on August 22, 2016, 02:38:55 AM
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Post by: BADSAK on August 22, 2016, 03:49:21 AM
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Post by: Psych on August 22, 2016, 04:08:19 AM
Very nice mod Psych. How did you spring the scissors?I used old scissors from an explorer I disassembled a while back with a new pioneer x spring. I really don't like the pioneer x scissors because of the nail nick placement. It required me to bend the new spring a bit to get a good snap, but works great.
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Post by: Poncho65 on August 22, 2016, 05:21:49 AM
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Post by: Monrogue on August 22, 2016, 06:53:27 AM
Some really nice mods in here recently :o :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:Ditto :tu:
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Post by: jaya_man on August 22, 2016, 07:20:51 AM
This is my first mod. Just finished it today. It's not cosmetically perfect, but works well and I imagine that it the imperfections will be less noticeable as it develops pocket wear.Very nice mod... Been wanting to do a similar mod such as this... Ideal for my urban edc needs as it has very similar tool configuration to my favourite Yeoman... :cheers:
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Post by: shibafu on August 22, 2016, 11:49:43 AM
I used old scissors from an explorer I disassembled a while back with a new pioneer x spring. I really don't like the pioneer x scissors because of the nail nick placement. It required me to bend the new spring a bit to get a good snap, but works great.
That's interesting. I did the same with 91mm scissors and a Pioneer X spring, but on mine I didn't have to do anything to the spring.
Post by: Psych on August 23, 2016, 05:08:09 AM
Yeah, I was surprised I needed to bend it a bit, but the scissors I used weren't from a recent 91mm. They were from an explorer I had that was at least 10 years old. I'm not sure if that had anything to do with it. I got a good snap on opening them, but they wouldn't snap on closing until I bent the spring a bit.I used old scissors from an explorer I disassembled a while back with a new pioneer x spring. I really don't like the pioneer x scissors because of the nail nick placement. It required me to bend the new spring a bit to get a good snap, but works great.
That's interesting. I did the same with 91mm scissors and a Pioneer X spring, but on mine I didn't have to do anything to the spring.
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Post by: JamesJ on August 24, 2016, 09:10:45 AM
I'm past due for pics so here's a bunch.
Really diggin the Compact Explorer/Yeoman whatever. Do you find that these hook nail files wear out from being exposed? I got a used Compact with the file surface on hook and it works...kinda, but it's no where near as "cutting" as the Sportsman type nail file.
I thought maybe having it on the "outside" of the knife meant it's gonna get rubbed against surfaces and eventually lose its "grit". Man that is a great build. Has me thinking of doing a Compact LED Lite/Phillips. Great travels SAK.
Screwdriver PLUS bottle of wine afterwards.
What blade is it I see there in the one with the bit driver? Looks like a 93mm Alox thickness blade.
Pretty ones all.
Post by: tattoosteve99 on August 25, 2016, 03:24:23 AM
I'm past due for pics so here's a bunch.
Really diggin the Compact Explorer/Yeoman whatever. Do you find that these hook nail files wear out from being exposed? I got a used Compact with the file surface on hook and it works...kinda, but it's no where near as "cutting" as the Sportsman type nail file.
I thought maybe having it on the "outside" of the knife meant it's gonna get rubbed against surfaces and eventually lose its "grit". Man that is a great build. Has me thinking of doing a Compact LED Lite/Phillips. Great travels SAK.
Screwdriver PLUS bottle of wine afterwards.
What blade is it I see there in the one with the bit driver? Looks like a 93mm Alox thickness blade.
Pretty ones all.
No idea on the nail file as that's for a customer.
It's a regular sized blade in. Maybe just the angle. I can substitute the awl for the hook for people who prefer it ;)
Post by: Psych on August 30, 2016, 01:50:23 AM
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Post by: Obi1shinobee on August 30, 2016, 01:51:18 AM
Added another couple of layers to this one.(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160829/71ca72ccd41dbb1fdd2f128256b130d9.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160829/f23e4aed89bc29d995a01afe7de4adce.jpg)
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Post by: jaya_man on August 31, 2016, 04:52:02 AM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160831/15a3240f676e6d57ddbbe1285829e8a6.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160831/3c68d8dd9ce7785f5c34771910f8dc27.jpg)No sooner after The Modder was completed, it was called into service. Assisting on another build by removing scales, pulling out bushings and filing flat pins pre-peening and filing out excess pins before putting on new scales.
Thanks to The Modder, I now have another Yeoman for EDC...
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Post by: windson on August 31, 2016, 06:07:07 AM
Recently finished this one... Just slimmed down a Swisschamp and took out the wood saw and fish scaler... Also replaced the chisel for a fine screw driver and rearranged the layers. Now I have a multi tool dedicated for SAK modding... Think I'll just call it The Modder (for lack of a better name)Very cool!
No sooner after The Modder was completed, it was called into service. Assisting on another build by removing scales, pulling out bushings and filing flat pins pre-peening and filing out excess pins before putting on new scales.
Thanks to The Modder, I now have another Yeoman for EDC...
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Post by: jaya_man on August 31, 2016, 06:41:00 AM
Thanks Windson :cheers:Recently finished this one... Just slimmed down a Swisschamp and took out the wood saw and fish scaler... Also replaced the chisel for a fine screw driver and rearranged the layers. Now I have a multi tool dedicated for SAK modding... Think I'll just call it The Modder (for lack of a better name)Very cool!
No sooner after The Modder was completed, it was called into service. Assisting on another build by removing scales, pulling out bushings and filing flat pins pre-peening and filing out excess pins before putting on new scales.
Thanks to The Modder, I now have another Yeoman for EDC...
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Post by: Monrogue on August 31, 2016, 06:59:09 AM
Post by: jaya_man on August 31, 2016, 07:21:17 AM
Good stuff jaya :tu:Thanks Sire
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Post by: hiraethus on August 31, 2016, 09:25:56 AM
Recently finished this one... Just slimmed down a Swisschamp and took out the wood saw and fish scaler... Also replaced the chisel for a fine screw driver and rearranged the layers. Now I have a multi tool dedicated for SAK modding... Think I'll just call it The Modder (for lack of a better name)
No sooner after The Modder was completed, it was called into service. Assisting on another build by removing scales, pulling out bushings and filing flat pins pre-peening and filing out excess pins before putting on new scales.
Thanks to The Modder, I now have another Yeoman for EDC...
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160831/96c3d5dbf093ab22adc531aa04f9c95f.jpg)
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Nice toolset, jaya_man. :tu: Same layout as one of my early mods:
(https://c8.staticflickr.com/4/3681/13216856143_972c1cb5e2.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/m8VQS4)
I call mine the Deluxe Modeler.
Post by: hiraethus on August 31, 2016, 09:26:18 AM
Added another couple of layers to this one.(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160829/71ca72ccd41dbb1fdd2f128256b130d9.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160829/f23e4aed89bc29d995a01afe7de4adce.jpg)
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Very nice Psych. :tu:
Post by: jaya_man on August 31, 2016, 11:24:21 AM
Ahhh... That's a nice one :cheers:Recently finished this one... Just slimmed down a Swisschamp and took out the wood saw and fish scaler... Also replaced the chisel for a fine screw driver and rearranged the layers. Now I have a multi tool dedicated for SAK modding... Think I'll just call it The Modder (for lack of a better name)
No sooner after The Modder was completed, it was called into service. Assisting on another build by removing scales, pulling out bushings and filing flat pins pre-peening and filing out excess pins before putting on new scales.
Thanks to The Modder, I now have another Yeoman for EDC...
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160831/96c3d5dbf093ab22adc531aa04f9c95f.jpg)
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Nice toolset, jaya_man. :tu: Same layout as one of my early mods:
(https://c8.staticflickr.com/4/3681/13216856143_972c1cb5e2.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/m8VQS4)
I call mine the Deluxe Modeler.
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Post by: magentus on August 31, 2016, 11:56:50 AM
Post by: jaya_man on August 31, 2016, 12:00:45 PM
Great stuff jaya! I love the Yeoman :cheers:Thanks Mags... Its definitely one of my favourites
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Post by: jaya_man on August 31, 2016, 12:05:49 PM
Tried fitting one on a scissors layer replacing the hook. Unfortunately there is no backspring tension.
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Post by: JamesJ on September 01, 2016, 02:24:32 AM
Now I have a multi tool dedicated for SAK modding... Think I'll just call it The Modder
A SAK SAK! That's cool.
I use an old Wenger with scratched blade to remove scales. Thinking about sharpening the awl so I can mark the center of pins for drilling. Doesn't have metal file though. I forget the name of that watch makers knife, watckmakerhöffer or something, seems like it would be useful for working on saks. But expensive.
Are you using a drill press to drill out the pins? Thats what I do but it's a cheap one from Harbor Freight...Americans will know that store, very low quality tools for cheap. It wobbles...not very stable.
I think next I wanna do deluxe yeoman/aka yeoman mechanic but the only thing is I want an awl. I suppose I could give up the hook and add spacers to mount the awl on the scissors spring. But then...no nail file anywhere on the knife...
How many yeomans do you have now??
Post by: tattoosteve99 on September 01, 2016, 02:44:29 AM
Has anybody tried doing a bladeless 91mm SAK? Would it be possible to retain the corkscrew or back layer phillips?
Tried fitting one on a scissors layer replacing the hook. Unfortunately there is no backspring tension.
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I've done a blade less sak before. It's possible with some work. I'll have to dig through my photos or look here for one I did.
Post by: jaya_man on September 01, 2016, 04:46:00 AM
I have a watch case opener that Victorinox makes. But its old and rare that I dont want to risk it. To open scales I just use a dulled up small blade.Now I have a multi tool dedicated for SAK modding... Think I'll just call it The Modder
A SAK SAK! That's cool.
I use an old Wenger with scratched blade to remove scales. Thinking about sharpening the awl so I can mark the center of pins for drilling. Doesn't have metal file though. I forget the name of that watch makers knife, watckmakerhöffer or something, seems like it would be useful for working on saks. But expensive.
Are you using a drill press to drill out the pins? Thats what I do but it's a cheap one from Harbor Freight...Americans will know that store, very low quality tools for cheap. It wobbles...not very stable.
I think next I wanna do deluxe yeoman/aka yeoman mechanic but the only thing is I want an awl. I suppose I could give up the hook and add spacers to mount the awl on the scissors spring. But then...no nail file anywhere on the knife...
How many yeomans do you have now??
I have a cheap rotary tool (similar to Dremel) that I use to drill out pins. Though will need a drill press if I were to start on mods requiring resizing pivot holes.
I have 2 yeomans as of this moment.
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160901/a0f1267b41536e84e7908467d8b6b7f8.jpg)
Yup, doing a Yeoman means sacrificing between awl and hook. I have a Yeoman Woodsaw which has the awl...
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Post by: FInixNOver on September 03, 2016, 12:46:20 AM
It took me what seems like forever to browse through this thread!!
It was well worth it! Som many great pictures of mods, also many that weren't available anymore, but still it was enough to see that there are plenty of talented people around here!!
I'd also like to share one of the two mods I've made so far. nothing fancy, but I love DIY work, so... Work in progress right? :D
I took a Cybertool 34, removed the opener layer, replaced the corkscrew with the awl, changed the scales with hand-made aluminum ones (not anodized though), and added a pocket clip.
Also had to make two brass washers, one for the blade, and one for the awl.
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Post by: FInixNOver on September 03, 2016, 06:03:50 PM
The 2 you see in pictures were made out of a MiniChamp, a well worn Alox Classic, and a very old and beaten Rambler (the scales were broken, and the blade was very abused).
Out of it came an Alox Vagabond, and a not yet named one with the leftovers.
In the very near future, I intend to take the Vagabond apart and mod it further, to be able to accommodate a flash drive.
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/SAK%20Modifications/IMG_20160903_143605_zpsubiaox6r.jpg)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/SAK%20Modifications/IMG_20160903_143616_zpsnkohnkbf.jpg)
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Post by: Monrogue on September 04, 2016, 02:16:56 AM
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Post by: FInixNOver on September 04, 2016, 02:57:36 AM
Hopefully there will be more in the future.
I have a few ideas, now it's just a matter of implementing them :D
Post by: Poncho65 on September 04, 2016, 05:37:20 AM
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Post by: Poncho65 on September 04, 2016, 05:37:57 AM
Post by: JamesJ on September 05, 2016, 07:39:23 AM
I took a Cybertool 34, removed the opener layer, replaced the corkscrew with the awl, changed the scales with hand-made aluminum ones (not anodized though), and added a pocket clip.
:o :drool:
Jeez. I'm gonna quit. Top rate stuff there. :2tu:
How did you cut out that area in the scale for the pliers rivet?
Post by: FInixNOver on September 05, 2016, 01:24:46 PM
I took a Cybertool 34, removed the opener layer, replaced the corkscrew with the awl, changed the scales with hand-made aluminum ones (not anodized though), and added a pocket clip.
:o :drool:
Jeez. I'm gonna quit. Top rate stuff there. :2tu:
How did you cut out that area in the scale for the pliers rivet?
I used a dremel with an 194 High Speed Cutter attachment equivalent, and a whole lot of patience.
I had to constantly stop and check with the callipers, to make sure I had taken enough material out without ruining the scale.
I worked out ok. I could have kept the original tool layout, but that would require a liner next to the scale because of the cybertool, and it would add to the overall thickness of the SAK.
Ideally it would have been done in a CNC machine, but I don't have an easy access to one, and it's way more fun (and a bit nerve racking at times) to do it miself! :climber:
Post by: jaya_man on September 07, 2016, 11:58:34 AM
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Post by: magentus on September 07, 2016, 12:12:30 PM
Post by: jaya_man on September 07, 2016, 12:15:15 PM
Very nice j-manzal! :salute: Did you have to tinker much with the corkscrew spring to fit the metal file? Lovely combo - might have to have a go at one myself in the future. :cheers:Yes I did... Had to fashion out a custom stopper from a scissors backspring... Details here:
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,68332.0.html
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Post by: magentus on September 07, 2016, 12:43:23 PM
:salute: I'll pop over and have a lookVery nice j-manzal! :salute: Did you have to tinker much with the corkscrew spring to fit the metal file? Lovely combo - might have to have a go at one myself in the future. :cheers:Yes I did... Had to fashion out a custom stopper from a scissors backspring... Details here:
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,68332.0.html
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Post by: FInixNOver on September 07, 2016, 12:47:30 PM
Bladeless 91mm ... Got my Hacker Badge... Woohooo...
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Very cool mod! Nice tool set.
And if a blade is needed, it can always be complemented with an Alox Solo or some other folder!
Post by: jaya_man on September 07, 2016, 01:15:30 PM
Agree. This bladeless will soon take up space in my car's tool box. And I always carry a SAK anyway, Minichamp at least... :cheers:Bladeless 91mm ... Got my Hacker Badge... Woohooo...
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Very cool mod! Nice tool set.
And if a blade is needed, it can always be complemented with an Alox Solo or some other folder!
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Post by: jaya_man on September 07, 2016, 01:16:15 PM
:cheers::salute: I'll pop over and have a lookVery nice j-manzal! :salute: Did you have to tinker much with the corkscrew spring to fit the metal file? Lovely combo - might have to have a go at one myself in the future. :cheers:Yes I did... Had to fashion out a custom stopper from a scissors backspring... Details here:
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,68332.0.html
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Post by: JamesJ on September 08, 2016, 06:30:09 PM
I used a dremel with an 194 High Speed Cutter attachment equivalent, and a whole lot of patience.
I had to constantly stop and check with the callipers, to make sure I had taken enough material out without ruining the scale.
I worked out ok. I could have kept the original tool layout, but that would require a liner next to the scale because of the cybertool, and it would add to the overall thickness of the SAK.
Ideally it would have been done in a CNC machine, but I don't have an easy access to one, and it's way more fun (and a bit nerve racking at times) to do it miself! :climber:
Turned out great! Looks CNC'ed in the pic.
Post by: FInixNOver on September 08, 2016, 10:18:33 PM
Yeah, I guess... But looking at it live you can see the imperfections. However, I'm really happy with how it turned out!
I used a dremel with an 194 High Speed Cutter attachment equivalent, and a whole lot of patience.
I had to constantly stop and check with the callipers, to make sure I had taken enough material out without ruining the scale.
I worked out ok. I could have kept the original tool layout, but that would require a liner next to the scale because of the cybertool, and it would add to the overall thickness of the SAK.
Ideally it would have been done in a CNC machine, but I don't have an easy access to one, and it's way more fun (and a bit nerve racking at times) to do it miself! :climber:
Turned out great! Looks CNC'ed in the pic.
Post by: JamesJ on September 09, 2016, 01:30:27 AM
Thanks to GigaHz for helping me source the WS layer.
I was gonna try some kookier stuff but in the end its just a "Huntsman Small" with a nail file instead of small blade. Thought about doing a backside phillips but the corkscrew won out.
Hoping to get this peened up tonight...wondering if theres a way to mod the scales to fit a pen (old style removable 58mm if the 91mm pen wont fit)
Post by: jaya_man on September 09, 2016, 02:01:25 AM
Finally had a moment to test fit my 84mm build.Can't wait to see the final result James. Is that a standard 84mm scissor I see?
Thanks to GigaHz for helping me source the WS layer.
I was gonna try some kookier stuff but in the end its just a "Huntsman Small" with a nail file instead of small blade. Thought about doing a backside phillips but the corkscrew won out.
Hoping to get this peened up tonight...wondering if theres a way to mod the scales to fit a pen (old style removable 58mm if the 91mm pen wont fit)
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Post by: JamesJ on September 09, 2016, 03:51:08 AM
Can't wait to see the final result James. Is that a standard 84mm scissor I see?
Yeah, from a Golfer. It's all 84mm donors on this one.
Post by: jaya_man on September 09, 2016, 03:52:45 AM
And I am planning to do an 84mm GolferCan't wait to see the final result James. Is that a standard 84mm scissor I see?
Yeah, from a Golfer. It's all 84mm donors on this one.
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Post by: JamesJ on September 09, 2016, 06:39:15 AM
And I am planning to do an 84mm GolferCan't wait to see the final result James. Is that a standard 84mm scissor I see?
Yeah, from a Golfer. It's all 84mm donors on this one.
:facepalm:
Here it is...I overdid it on the pin that the springs rotate on...so there's a little tightness on the openers layer, mainy the can opener. Hoping after a bunch of open/closing and after oil gets in there it'll be a bit better. Otherwise everything is working. I like the size and wanna try it as EDC instead of Sheila for a while. Though I've been using the pen a lot over the last week...so might miss that.
Also might polish wheel the tools...maybe not... not sure yet.
Post by: JamesJ on September 09, 2016, 06:42:13 AM
Post by: jaya_man on September 09, 2016, 06:50:44 AM
Did over peen as well on some of my builds. The trick I found was to wiggle the tool in question left and right while opening and closing...And I am planning to do an 84mm GolferCan't wait to see the final result James. Is that a standard 84mm scissor I see?
Yeah, from a Golfer. It's all 84mm donors on this one.
:facepalm:
Here it is...I overdid it on the pin that the springs rotate on...so there's a little tightness on the openers layer, mainy the can opener. Hoping after a bunch of open/closing and after oil gets in there it'll be a bit better. Otherwise everything is working. I like the size and wanna try it as EDC instead of Sheila for a while. Though I've been using the pen a lot over the last week...so might miss that.
Also might polish wheel the tools...maybe not... not sure yet.
Awesome build by the way... Reminds me of the small huntsman
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Post by: JamesJ on September 09, 2016, 07:09:41 AM
Main thing I'm excited about is the nail file. Got a Wenger build coming up though that will be all these tools plus the IL phillips/wrench layer. Curious to see how they compare.
:drink:
Post by: JamesJ on September 09, 2016, 07:29:36 AM
The can opener spins fine, but if closed gently doesn't snap all the way down. It can easily be opened from this position. If I push it all the way down/closed, then it becomes hard to open.
So maybe it's binding on the liners...?
Post by: jaya_man on September 09, 2016, 07:37:40 AM
Yaknow I think I might be wrong about the sticking can opener...now the awl is behaving as normal (after a lot of open/closing).Could be the liners... Could also mean the backspring itself is the problem...
The can opener spins fine, but if closed gently doesn't snap all the way down. It can easily be opened from this position. If I push it all the way down/closed, then it becomes hard to open.
So maybe it's binding on the liners...?
Did you use stock 2.2mm pins or had to use a larger diameter pin and bring it down to 2.2mm?
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Post by: JamesJ on September 09, 2016, 08:13:05 AM
Yaknow I think I might be wrong about the sticking can opener...now the awl is behaving as normal (after a lot of open/closing).Could be the liners... Could also mean the backspring itself is the problem...
The can opener spins fine, but if closed gently doesn't snap all the way down. It can easily be opened from this position. If I push it all the way down/closed, then it becomes hard to open.
So maybe it's binding on the liners...?
Did you use stock 2.2mm pins or had to use a larger diameter pin and bring it down to 2.2mm?
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My gauge said they were between 2.23 and 2.26 after I reduced them
I think it's crowding between the scissors and can opener, when I open the scissors and then kind of press the can opener toward the scissors layer while opening, it moves easier. Could also be rubbing on the outer scale. It's totally flat but maybe I should have used one with the slight "bulge" stamped into it.
At least I know that I can use the can opener if I deploy the scissors first
Post by: jaya_man on September 09, 2016, 08:20:13 AM
Had an experience once where I was test fitting tools using an existing pin... Tools worked out fine snappin and poppin. But when it was assembled using pins that where reduced in size, I had similar problems. Can't exactly pinpoint the cause then, either it was the center pins being over peened or the pins where reduced slightly smaller than 2.2mm..Yaknow I think I might be wrong about the sticking can opener...now the awl is behaving as normal (after a lot of open/closing).Could be the liners... Could also mean the backspring itself is the problem...
The can opener spins fine, but if closed gently doesn't snap all the way down. It can easily be opened from this position. If I push it all the way down/closed, then it becomes hard to open.
So maybe it's binding on the liners...?
Did you use stock 2.2mm pins or had to use a larger diameter pin and bring it down to 2.2mm?
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My gauge said they were between 2.23 and 2.26 after I reduced them
Your pins should be alright then. Maybe its just some material stuck between backspring and liner.. Just taking a wild guess here...
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Post by: Poncho65 on September 09, 2016, 04:13:21 PM
:like:
Post by: JamesJ on September 09, 2016, 07:00:15 PM
Hoping after maybe 4 or 5 more builds I'll have this figured out better. :cheers:
Post by: FCSAK13 on September 12, 2016, 12:54:32 PM
It is mine and it is modded does that count as my SAK mod?
Anyhow it is a Cybertool / Swisschamp hybrid. Think Cybertool with the mag glass and phillips layer added. Got it for Sir Mike in a lot.
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Awesome knife, fellow!! Did yoy keep the fishscaler as well? I carry a normal swisschamp and when I was tempted to change to ct 41 the loss of fishscaler and mag glass really stopped me. I ended up with an xlt haha, but your knife seems like the perfect combination!!
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Post by: windson on September 12, 2016, 04:37:03 PM
Bladeless Ti 58mmWhat a beauty!
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Who made the bead?
Post by: FInixNOver on September 13, 2016, 12:49:17 AM
Bladeless Ti 58mm
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Oh WOW, just WOW!! :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
Post by: Glofindel on September 13, 2016, 02:29:57 AM
Russian guy on Facebook group.Bladeless Ti 58mmWhat a beauty!
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Post by: hiraethus on September 13, 2016, 01:22:23 PM
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I built one of these a while ago, and found I didn't use it (I don't like the combo tool) so took it apart. But I'd like the option of pliers for the 2-layer max challenge, so here's another.
Post by: magentus on September 13, 2016, 02:13:11 PM
Junior/Special Mechanic for the Minimal SAK challenge next month:Sweet mod H :salute: You obviously get a lot of use from the pliers then -lots of nosehair? :D
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I built one of these a while ago, and found I didn't use it (I don't like the combo tool) so took it apart. But I'd like the option of pliers for the 2-layer max challenge, so here's another.
Post by: hiraethus on September 13, 2016, 02:21:39 PM
Post by: FInixNOver on September 13, 2016, 02:32:50 PM
Junior/Special Mechanic for the Minimal SAK challenge next month:This is a nice one! :tu:
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I built one of these a while ago, and found I didn't use it (I don't like the combo tool) so took it apart. But I'd like the option of pliers for the 2-layer max challenge, so here's another.
Post by: Poncho65 on September 13, 2016, 04:02:52 PM
Junior/Special Mechanic for the Minimal SAK challenge next month:This is a nice one! :tu:
(https://c3.staticflickr.com/9/8717/29025909394_50d8bba3d0_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/LdVnBG)
I built one of these a while ago, and found I didn't use it (I don't like the combo tool) so took it apart. But I'd like the option of pliers for the 2-layer max challenge, so here's another.
Totally :cheers: I am diggin that mod Hi :like:
Post by: hiraethus on September 13, 2016, 05:48:15 PM
Post by: neillcurrie on September 13, 2016, 10:36:41 PM
Had an experience once where I was test fitting tools using an existing pin... Tools worked out fine snappin and poppin. But when it was assembled using pins that where reduced in size, I had similar problems. Can't exactly pinpoint the cause then, either it was the center pins being over peened or the pins where reduced slightly smaller than 2.2mm..Yaknow I think I might be wrong about the sticking can opener...now the awl is behaving as normal (after a lot of open/closing).Could be the liners... Could also mean the backspring itself is the problem...
The can opener spins fine, but if closed gently doesn't snap all the way down. It can easily be opened from this position. If I push it all the way down/closed, then it becomes hard to open.
So maybe it's binding on the liners...?
Did you use stock 2.2mm pins or had to use a larger diameter pin and bring it down to 2.2mm?
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My gauge said they were between 2.23 and 2.26 after I reduced them
Your pins should be alright then. Maybe its just some material stuck between backspring and liner.. Just taking a wild guess here...
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I'd guess that you might have a correctly sized pin, but that it got a little bend during peening. If it's still free enough to rotate slowly, whilst bent, relative to the knife scales, that might explain why 1 tool, and then the 2nd tool start having a similar problem (assuming both the tools with the problem are on the same pin).
Post by: Psych on September 20, 2016, 09:58:24 AM
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Everything works great now. This was my first 91mm build and peening job, but I'm happy I bit the bullet and went for it.
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Post by: shibafu on September 20, 2016, 11:20:18 AM
Yesterday I received a modded Yeoman that I won in an online auction. Unfortunately, the action on almost all of the tools was sluggish and no amount of oil could fix it. The springs seemed weak and I suspected the possibility of a bent pin. I took matters into my own hands and rebuilt the whole thing using parts from a beat up Explorer. Here's the result:
Everything works great now. This was my first 91mm build and peening job, but I'm happy I bit the bullet and went for it.
Good work!
Post by: jaya_man on September 20, 2016, 02:17:10 PM
Yesterday I received a modded Yeoman that I won in an online auction. Unfortunately, the action on almost all of the tools was sluggish and no amount of oil could fix it. The springs seemed weak and I suspected the possibility of a bent pin. I took matters into my own hands and rebuilt the whole thing using parts from a beat up Explorer. Here's the result:Nice mod... looks factory
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Everything works great now. This was my first 91mm build and peening job, but I'm happy I bit the bullet and went for it.
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Post by: magentus on September 20, 2016, 02:39:00 PM
Yesterday I received a modded Yeoman that I won in an online auction. Unfortunately, the action on almost all of the tools was sluggish and no amount of oil could fix it. The springs seemed weak and I suspected the possibility of a bent pin. I took matters into my own hands and rebuilt the whole thing using parts from a beat up Explorer. Here's the result:Great job! Love the Yeoman :salute:
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Everything works great now. This was my first 91mm build and peening job, but I'm happy I bit the bullet and went for it.
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Post by: Psych on September 20, 2016, 05:26:03 PM
Yesterday I received a modded Yeoman that I won in an online auction. Unfortunately, the action on almost all of the tools was sluggish and no amount of oil could fix it. The springs seemed weak and I suspected the possibility of a bent pin. I took matters into my own hands and rebuilt the whole thing using parts from a beat up Explorer. Here's the result:Nice mod... looks factory
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160920/1f4381c2d999ce081e9b8e5251e94452.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160920/1ed21a4d01097c04127560c77262c662.jpg)
Everything works great now. This was my first 91mm build and peening job, but I'm happy I bit the bullet and went for it.
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It actually functions better than some factory models I've received. Sometimes I've gotten explorers where the snap on the screwdriver/mag glass layer is nonexistent (that was the case with the explorer I took apart to make this). Not sure what improved it.
Post by: Poncho65 on September 20, 2016, 07:54:47 PM
Post by: sLaughterMed on September 20, 2016, 08:00:17 PM
Thanks for the compliments everyone. I couldn't have done it without the knowledge gained from this forum.Probably corrosion on the liners. If there's enough corrosion, it will keep the spring from moving freely (from a combination of friction and compression). Usually WD-40 and tooth floss is sufficent to fix it.Yesterday I received a modded Yeoman that I won in an online auction. Unfortunately, the action on almost all of the tools was sluggish and no amount of oil could fix it. The springs seemed weak and I suspected the possibility of a bent pin. I took matters into my own hands and rebuilt the whole thing using parts from a beat up Explorer. Here's the result:Nice mod... looks factory
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160920/1f4381c2d999ce081e9b8e5251e94452.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160920/1ed21a4d01097c04127560c77262c662.jpg)
Everything works great now. This was my first 91mm build and peening job, but I'm happy I bit the bullet and went for it.
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It actually functions better than some factory models I've received. Sometimes I've gotten explorers where the snap on the screwdriver/mag glass layer is nonexistent (that was the case with the explorer I took apart to make this). Not sure what improved it.
Nice job on the mod :tu:
Post by: FInixNOver on September 20, 2016, 08:14:13 PM
Yesterday I received a modded Yeoman that I won in an online auction. Unfortunately, the action on almost all of the tools was sluggish and no amount of oil could fix it. The springs seemed weak and I suspected the possibility of a bent pin. I took matters into my own hands and rebuilt the whole thing using parts from a beat up Explorer. Here's the result:Great work! :salute:
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160920/1f4381c2d999ce081e9b8e5251e94452.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160920/1ed21a4d01097c04127560c77262c662.jpg)
Everything works great now. This was my first 91mm build and peening job, but I'm happy I bit the bullet and went for it.
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Post by: Rototype on September 23, 2016, 01:46:53 AM
My first 91mm mod. Older Ranger with brass liners, toothpick and tweezer head. Homemade pocket dangler and a moded Maglite Solitaire (LED).
(http://i1007.photobucket.com/albums/af199/wadeeva/IMG_5889.jpg) (http://s1007.photobucket.com/user/wadeeva/media/IMG_5889.jpg.html)
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Hi,
I know it's a bit late, but how did you get the Brass to sick to the tweezers? That's exactly what I'm wanting to do on one of my next mods and I can't quite decide how to do it.
Rototype (http://s1007.photobucket.com/user/wadeeva/media/IMG_5891.jpg.html
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Post by: Fortytwo on September 23, 2016, 09:48:55 AM
My first 91mm mod. Older Ranger with brass liners, toothpick and tweezer head. Homemade pocket dangler and a moded Maglite Solitaire (LED).Hi,
(http://i1007.photobucket.com/albums/af199/wadeeva/IMG_5889.jpg) (http://s1007.photobucket.com/user/wadeeva/media/IMG_5889.jpg.html)
(http://i1007.photobucket.com/albums/af199/wadeeva/IMG_5890.jpg) (http://s1007.photobucket.com/user/wadeeva/media/IMG_5890.jpg.html)
(http://s1007.photobucket.com/user/wadeeva/media/IMG_5891.jpg.html
[/quote)
I know it's a bit late, but how did you get the Brass to sick to the tweezers? That's exactly what I'm wanting to do on one of my next mods and I can't quite decide how to do it.
Rototype
I don't know how he did it but I soldered two brass pins. It's not finished yet but here's a link to the work in progress: Cap lifter on an Executive (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,68026.msg1334516.html#msg1334516). I got the pins second hand but they should be available. Just look for places that sell beads for homemade jewellery.
Post by: Poncho65 on September 23, 2016, 06:19:36 PM
My first 91mm mod. Older Ranger with brass liners, toothpick and tweezer head. Homemade pocket dangler and a moded Maglite Solitaire (LED).Hi,
(http://i1007.photobucket.com/albums/af199/wadeeva/IMG_5889.jpg) (http://s1007.photobucket.com/user/wadeeva/media/IMG_5889.jpg.html)
(http://i1007.photobucket.com/albums/af199/wadeeva/IMG_5890.jpg) (http://s1007.photobucket.com/user/wadeeva/media/IMG_5890.jpg.html)
(http://s1007.photobucket.com/user/wadeeva/media/IMG_5891.jpg.html
[/quote)
I know it's a bit late, but how did you get the Brass to sick to the tweezers? That's exactly what I'm wanting to do on one of my next mods and I can't quite decide how to do it.
Rototype
I don't know how he did it but I soldered two brass pins. It's not finished yet but here's a link to the work in progress: Cap lifter on an Executive (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,68026.msg1334516.html#msg1334516). I got the pins second hand but they should be available. Just look for places that sell beads for homemade jewellery.
Can't wait to see what you come up with :salute: and that Ranger is so :drool: :drool: :drool:
Post by: SteelRaven on September 24, 2016, 02:53:04 AM
Why do awl these threads awlways disintegrate into this ::) :D
It's AWL in de family...:rofl:
Post by: Psych on September 24, 2016, 05:17:13 PM
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And it's GREEN!!!!!!
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Post by: Rototype on September 25, 2016, 12:48:36 AM
Post by: Rototype on September 25, 2016, 01:11:01 AM
The next one's going to be a Waiter from a Bantam with the corkscrew from a tourist (yeah, I know I could have just swapped the multi opener and dropped the other bits but I want this one to be a little more special than that). Best thing is, with the Standard I also got at the same time I can almost do 2 of them so a friend might be getting a nice Xmas pressie this year - don't think they'll notice the difference between the multi tool and the cap lifter. The scales are the special part on the Waiter - I purchased a BIG lump of Yew wood (25lbs/12kg) recently, and it all seems to have very nice grain on it. The Brass sheet arrived today (3 days early, was scheduled to get here Tuesday but I'm not complaining - means I have tomorrow to work on them...).
Ultimately I want to work on an enhancement for the Camper. I'd like scissors on there but I want to ditch the hook, possibly drop the small blade for a combi opener or a sheeps-foot or pruner blade and then add the magnifying glass and a back phillips (to replace the hook), all wrapped in wooden scales with Plus accessories in them (and brass liners of course) - hence the earlier question about the brass handle for the tweezers. The pen might be a little more chalenging but I think I might have a handle on that now (pun intended), maybe even make the brass toothpick as well.
Post by: Rototype on September 26, 2016, 10:39:56 PM
Post by: jaya_man on September 27, 2016, 08:11:32 AM
First teaser pics of the Waiter. Nowhere near finished but this side looks OK, and it sort of shows what I'm doing with the corkscrew.Can't wait to see the finished projects... brass liners would definitely give it plus points
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Post by: magentus on September 27, 2016, 09:57:44 AM
Due to being obsessed with small details, I completely tore apart the blue Yeoman I built the other day because the snap when closing the philips screwdriver wasn't as perfect as I would have liked. I totally rebuilt it and now it's up to standards.Even better! Super sweet mod Psych :salute:
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And it's GREEN!!!!!!
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Post by: Monrogue on September 28, 2016, 03:09:35 AM
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg.html)
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Post by: MadPlumbarian on September 28, 2016, 05:46:42 AM
Just a minor revision to my MechaRogue, but a first for me. I replaced the nail file with a cap lifter.Way to go :tu:
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg.html)
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Post by: Monrogue on September 28, 2016, 05:53:44 AM
Thanks buddy :)Just a minor revision to my MechaRogue, but a first for me. I replaced the nail file with a cap lifter.Way to go :tu:
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg.html)
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Post by: MadPlumbarian on September 28, 2016, 05:57:48 AM
Yw,Thanks buddy :)Just a minor revision to my MechaRogue, but a first for me. I replaced the nail file with a cap lifter.Way to go :tu:
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg.html)
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JR
Post by: m47mu74nt on September 28, 2016, 02:26:54 PM
Show contentThanks buddy :)Just a minor revision to my MechaRogue, but a first for me. I replaced the nail file with a cap lifter.Way to go :tu:
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg.html)
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So what's the load out now? (I can search for it, but no, i don't want to :facepalm:)
Post by: Monrogue on September 28, 2016, 02:32:22 PM
Here you go :)Show contentThanks buddy :)Just a minor revision to my MechaRogue, but a first for me. I replaced the nail file with a cap lifter.Way to go :tu:
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg.html)
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So what's the load out now? (I can search for it, but no, i don't want to :facepalm:)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20160928_083118_zpsqkuaw0qy.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20160928_083118_zpsqkuaw0qy.jpg.html)
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Post by: m47mu74nt on September 28, 2016, 02:35:45 PM
:like: :like: :like:Here you go :)Show contentThanks buddy :)Just a minor revision to my MechaRogue, but a first for me. I replaced the nail file with a cap lifter.Way to go :tu:
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg.html)
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So what's the load out now? (I can search for it, but no, i don't want to :facepalm:)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20160928_083118_zpsqkuaw0qy.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20160928_083118_zpsqkuaw0qy.jpg.html)
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Here is the Pic T wanted to see :ahhh :cheers:
Thank you!
Post by: Monrogue on September 28, 2016, 02:36:43 PM
:cheers::like: :like: :like:Here you go :)Show contentThanks buddy :)Just a minor revision to my MechaRogue, but a first for me. I replaced the nail file with a cap lifter.Way to go :tu:
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg.html)
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So what's the load out now? (I can search for it, but no, i don't want to :facepalm:)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20160928_083118_zpsqkuaw0qy.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20160928_083118_zpsqkuaw0qy.jpg.html)
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Here is the Pic T wanted to see :ahhh :cheers:
Thank you!
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Post by: Glofindel on September 29, 2016, 01:28:44 PM
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Post by: jaya_man on September 29, 2016, 04:10:59 PM
My first time disassembling a Wenger... First observation is that there are no bushings that will lock scales in place... Instead, the locking system is built onto the outer liners as many have pointed out in this forum. Another thing I observed is the bottle opener/screw driver... interesting locking mechanism if press down while in use. Seems to lock onto the notch of the backspring..
As many have pointed out, pin sizes are all 2.5mm.. Here are some picks of the disassembled Wengers
The one with the chipped off blade...
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160929/719ad81c2e728546ce23802d9fe1ac3a.jpg)
The donor...
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160929/26017bcfef3f44789673fc9f8d6e8977.jpg)
Now just need to find time to peen... Hope all goes well
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Post by: shibafu on September 29, 2016, 05:44:35 PM
Am currently doing a friend a favour who asked me to replace the chipped blade on his favourite Wenger SAK with that from a donor.
My first time disassembling a Wenger... First observation is that there are no bushings that will lock scales in place... Instead, the locking system is built onto the outer liners as many have pointed out in this forum. Another thing I observed is the bottle opener/screw driver... interesting locking mechanism if press down while in use. Seems to lock onto the notch of the backspring..
As many have pointed out, pin sizes are all 2.5mm.. Here are some picks of the disassembled Wengers
The one with the chipped off blade...
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160929/719ad81c2e728546ce23802d9fe1ac3a.jpg)
The donor...
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160929/26017bcfef3f44789673fc9f8d6e8977.jpg)
Now just need to find time to peen... Hope all goes well
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First time I've seen a disassembled Wenger with the self-locking screwdriver. The mechanism is ingeniously simple.
Post by: jaya_man on September 29, 2016, 05:54:30 PM
Agree...Am currently doing a friend a favour who asked me to replace the chipped blade on his favourite Wenger SAK with that from a donor.
My first time disassembling a Wenger... First observation is that there are no bushings that will lock scales in place... Instead, the locking system is built onto the outer liners as many have pointed out in this forum. Another thing I observed is the bottle opener/screw driver... interesting locking mechanism if press down while in use. Seems to lock onto the notch of the backspring..
As many have pointed out, pin sizes are all 2.5mm.. Here are some picks of the disassembled Wengers
The one with the chipped off blade...
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160929/719ad81c2e728546ce23802d9fe1ac3a.jpg)
The donor...
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160929/26017bcfef3f44789673fc9f8d6e8977.jpg)
Now just need to find time to peen... Hope all goes well
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First time I've seen a disassembled Wenger with the self-locking screwdriver. The mechanism is ingeniously simple.
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Post by: Poncho65 on September 29, 2016, 07:56:44 PM
:like:
Post by: ALM on October 01, 2016, 06:54:26 PM
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Post by: m47mu74nt on October 01, 2016, 08:14:54 PM
TiPioneer & TiPioneerX & TiVelcro
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:surrender: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on October 01, 2016, 10:31:55 PM
JR
Post by: shibafu on October 03, 2016, 12:16:40 PM
TiPioneer & TiPioneerX & TiVelcro
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/cc-L8flzJpe8GdQHudfzTiUpyaPlhey5Gcr5oNNI-yvqb_Zkdi1WWVRv5LDWR4gYya7vHLbm8E7kPz8_aNsTb4pefxE5ZbY2nE-mFBM1GDIsDnoT8ZosPuTnhJCJrxJV4Rr4c3pTcsglJMf2CCBSmUBjpFh7WY7lGeauK4zaCd6y3DfbFj12EMIPvtRmLD2MJeytrJ3QrQ2VQiPP4rKKUUdDA6EYdBagOPI4PFEYr_EaX4Pl3-VMPIyj_rPqRRO--qKfw6L6jOsm9LOK2nIl8Q2YeOISLhHNsgri4XXKF47O26-fLjG6qbNO3OPzYGZHHZviW9m7J86id3iK12aMc6FI9jxAAwAh1iSuQUzvu0iW2USynacFOuti7ABcq518ol7oko1ukNfAY6K1PbzHTuazbzH-mB20-zDL4tA6VRA_SKvhbYlUhRATMjtvroBIQiaxbn3-NvEo43Urevazk-ycKURtZWvmmsO4MsqmjWQ7yaDOPHUZHptaYGtcQkhcZrekS33sxOTzXvhyjB4GULGrPZWyULSUSttqX8IlWVsEsn1xwKL250Iuyh5U-69HhyFhoX1aJuik9A4lqU4FpMRQVj4xTNOkvgEV9q4SAXKsa4HOUg=w786-h589-no)
Love it, great work
Post by: Oxford_Guy on October 05, 2016, 09:26:52 AM
Just a minor revision to my MechaRogue, but a first for me. I replaced the nail file with a cap lifter.
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg.html)
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I assume that''s originally one of Syph007's (SAKModder) creations? As these have torx screws, does this make subsequent modding much easier (at least for the recipient knife), as no rivets to deal with?
Post by: Monrogue on October 05, 2016, 07:39:09 PM
You are correct :tu: I would say the screws make it much easier. I have no experience with pin work, but it sounds like a bit of a pain to me. This was the first tweak I've done, and had no issue with it.Just a minor revision to my MechaRogue, but a first for me. I replaced the nail file with a cap lifter.
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20160926_230416_zpssjrdzori.jpg.html)
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I assume that''s originally one of Syph007's (SAKModder) creations? As these have torx screws, does this make subsequent modding much easier (at least for the recipient knife), as no rivets to deal with?
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Post by: zoidberg on October 05, 2016, 09:44:29 PM
Post by: Huntsman on October 06, 2016, 01:14:11 AM
Am currently doing a friend a favour who asked me to replace the chipped blade on his favourite Wenger SAK with that from a donor.Nice post and pics Jaya-Man - awlthough I think you got your awl and cs springs swapped over in the top piccie
My first time disassembling a Wenger...
First observation is that there are no bushings that will lock scales in place... Instead, the locking system is built onto the outer liners ......
Another thing I observed is the bottle opener/screw driver... interesting locking mechanism if press down while in use. Seems to lock onto the notch of the backspring..
Yep the Wenger screwdriver locking mechanism is indeed ingenious - Why don't Vic adopt it ? ???
And VG of you to do this favour for your friend....... But I've gotta ask this...
You have two, two-layer/corkscrew Wengers - A Viking (chipped blade) and a Commander - And you switched the blade from the Commander to the Viking
Why could your friend not just carry the Commander? - Or even reprofile the blade on the Viking ? .............. Seems so much simpler ??? :think: ..........Although not as much fun for you!!
Is the second blade, or the Marlborough logo, so important to him ? I guess sentimental value could come in here
@ ALM - Mindblowingly amazing work as always :tu: :)
New page banana man dance. :nanadance: :nanadance:??? How did you know that would happen ???
Post by: Monrogue on October 06, 2016, 02:21:39 AM
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Post by: jaya_man on October 06, 2016, 03:35:42 AM
Yup, my bad... I realized it before reassembly... the marlboro one is definitely of sentimental value... just reprofiling the blade will not make my friend any happier...Am currently doing a friend a favour who asked me to replace the chipped blade on his favourite Wenger SAK with that from a donor.Nice post and pics Jaya-Man - awlthough I think you got your awl and cs springs swapped over in the top piccie
My first time disassembling a Wenger...
First observation is that there are no bushings that will lock scales in place... Instead, the locking system is built onto the outer liners ......
Another thing I observed is the bottle opener/screw driver... interesting locking mechanism if press down while in use. Seems to lock onto the notch of the backspring..
Yep the Wenger screwdriver locking mechanism is indeed ingenious - Why don't Vic adopt it ? ???
And VG of you to do this favour for your friend....... But I've gotta ask this...
You have two, two-layer/corkscrew Wengers - A Viking (chipped blade) and a Commander - And you switched the blade from the Commander to the Viking
Why could your friend not just carry the Commander? - Or even reprofile the blade on the Viking ? .............. Seems so much simpler ??? :think: ..........Although not as much fun for you!!
Is the second blade, or the Marlborough logo, so important to him ? I guess sentimental value could come in here
@ ALM - Mindblowingly amazing work as always :tu: :)New page banana man dance. :nanadance: :nanadance:??? How did you know that would happen ???
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161006/2d78d59140758a801787ba7602c97710.jpg)
Completed the builds over the weekend and sent them back to my friend... I also asked my friend to have the chipped off blade reprofiled to something like a sheepsfoot...
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Post by: pfrsantos on October 06, 2016, 04:11:45 PM
Yup, my bad... I realized it before reassembly... the marlboro one is definitely of sentimental value... just reprofiling the blade will not make my friend any happier...Am currently doing a friend a favour who asked me to replace the chipped blade on his favourite Wenger SAK with that from a donor.Nice post and pics Jaya-Man - awlthough I think you got your awl and cs springs swapped over in the top piccie
My first time disassembling a Wenger...
First observation is that there are no bushings that will lock scales in place... Instead, the locking system is built onto the outer liners ......
Another thing I observed is the bottle opener/screw driver... interesting locking mechanism if press down while in use. Seems to lock onto the notch of the backspring..
Yep the Wenger screwdriver locking mechanism is indeed ingenious - Why don't Vic adopt it ? ???
And VG of you to do this favour for your friend....... But I've gotta ask this...
You have two, two-layer/corkscrew Wengers - A Viking (chipped blade) and a Commander - And you switched the blade from the Commander to the Viking
Why could your friend not just carry the Commander? - Or even reprofile the blade on the Viking ? .............. Seems so much simpler ??? :think: ..........Although not as much fun for you!!
Is the second blade, or the Marlborough logo, so important to him ? I guess sentimental value could come in here
@ ALM - Mindblowingly amazing work as always :tu: :)New page banana man dance. :nanadance: :nanadance:??? How did you know that would happen ???
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161006/2d78d59140758a801787ba7602c97710.jpg)
Completed the builds over the weekend and sent them back to my friend... I also asked my friend to have the chipped off blade reprofiled to something like a sheepsfoot...
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:popcorn:
Post by: jaya_man on October 06, 2016, 07:38:27 PM
:cheers:Yup, my bad... I realized it before reassembly... the marlboro one is definitely of sentimental value... just reprofiling the blade will not make my friend any happier...Am currently doing a friend a favour who asked me to replace the chipped blade on his favourite Wenger SAK with that from a donor.Nice post and pics Jaya-Man - awlthough I think you got your awl and cs springs swapped over in the top piccie
My first time disassembling a Wenger...
First observation is that there are no bushings that will lock scales in place... Instead, the locking system is built onto the outer liners ......
Another thing I observed is the bottle opener/screw driver... interesting locking mechanism if press down while in use. Seems to lock onto the notch of the backspring..
Yep the Wenger screwdriver locking mechanism is indeed ingenious - Why don't Vic adopt it ? ???
And VG of you to do this favour for your friend....... But I've gotta ask this...
You have two, two-layer/corkscrew Wengers - A Viking (chipped blade) and a Commander - And you switched the blade from the Commander to the Viking
Why could your friend not just carry the Commander? - Or even reprofile the blade on the Viking ? .............. Seems so much simpler ??? :think: ..........Although not as much fun for you!!
Is the second blade, or the Marlborough logo, so important to him ? I guess sentimental value could come in here
@ ALM - Mindblowingly amazing work as always :tu: :)New page banana man dance. :nanadance: :nanadance:??? How did you know that would happen ???
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161006/2d78d59140758a801787ba7602c97710.jpg)
Completed the builds over the weekend and sent them back to my friend... I also asked my friend to have the chipped off blade reprofiled to something like a sheepsfoot...
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:popcorn:
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Post by: Bob Wolfson on October 12, 2016, 05:17:33 PM
Post by: eddie1115 on October 12, 2016, 08:16:19 PM
Classic SD with 2 added custom blades - a plastic cutter and a bottle opener.Nice one Bob! And welcome to the forum :cheers:
Are those custom blades originally from another classic? That plastic cutter looks just like what's on the mini champ, nice work :tu:
Post by: Bob Wolfson on October 12, 2016, 09:54:37 PM
Note that the bottle opener is reverse-levered as compared to the bottle opener on, say, a Rambler. It's also a lot less robust being only half the thickness! The plastic cutter is sharp along the barb and the entire edge, so it can also be used as a rope cutter.
This was my first attempt at customizing a SAK, and I had a lot of fun!
Post by: Monrogue on October 12, 2016, 11:40:12 PM
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Post by: AimlessWanderer on October 12, 2016, 11:45:28 PM
Nicely done Bob, and welcome :tu:
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I don't often agree with Monrogue, but this time i'll make an exception :P
Welcome aboard Bob. Nice job :tu:
Post by: Monrogue on October 12, 2016, 11:46:33 PM
Hey! :rofl:Nicely done Bob, and welcome :tu:
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I don't often agree with Monrogue, but this time i'll make an exception
Welcome aboard Bob. Nice job :tu:
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Post by: Bob Wolfson on October 13, 2016, 03:18:35 AM
I hadn't learned until recently that one could take a sak apart, and when I did I just had to try. I've carried a classic SD daily for 30 years or more, and had spares so... Now that I know how, I think I'll buy some used ones on eBay and play around some more.
Off topic question: does anyone make custom scales that accept the toothpick and tweezers?
Post by: AimlessWanderer on October 13, 2016, 03:30:13 AM
Thanks for all your approval!
I hadn't learned until recently that one could take a sak apart, and when I did I just had to try. I've carried a classic SD daily for 30 years or more, and had spares so... Now that I know how, I think I'll buy some used ones on eBay and play around some more.
Off topic question: does anyone make custom scales that accept the toothpick and tweezers?
Yes, you! You've just not mastered it yet :D
Seriously, give it a go. All the tool modders here started out just the way you have done, by expanding their thinking and then getting stuck in. There's loads of people here who can help you get started if you have any questions :cheers:
Post by: Bob Wolfson on October 13, 2016, 04:41:04 AM
Yes, you! You've just not mastered it yet :D
No doubt, no doubt. But I was more looking to see if someone sells them.
Post by: Huntsman on October 13, 2016, 05:15:18 AM
Great to see you enjoying your first modding experience - I am in the same boat right now - also with a 58mm mod (well more of a repair!!)
As 50ft said some guys here make their own.
Here is archerwin's blog (http://archerwinsak.blogspot.com.au/2014/09/wood-scales-victorinox-classic-in.html)
MWDP makes amazing scales for SAKs - But I think he only sells them with the knife - Someone else asked if he sold only scales a while ago, he preferred not to - due to fitting etc
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,49104.0.html
And then we have our amazing Syph - Who does sell his scales - But they only have a slot for the tw - I think he has not found a way to secure the tp in place yet
Look at the later pages and his titanium scales (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,34772.0/topicseen.html)
Post by: Rototype on October 19, 2016, 10:54:05 PM
Post by: AimlessWanderer on October 19, 2016, 11:20:12 PM
New pic of Yew scales - 1st draft. Still need to cut the end holes for the T&T, although migh use Wenger system which will reduce work and look nicer. No varnish or oil on these yet (as I said - first draft) - as they still need a bit of sanding, and I'm tempted to pop them on the miller and cut a little + as a logo... Thoughts?
Nice! :like:
I plan to do some scales at some point. I won't be putting a cross or logo on the scales. I understand why people do that, but for me, the scales aren't Swiss. If I've gone to the trouble of making them, they'll have whatever logo I choose or none at all :D
Post by: Huntsman on October 20, 2016, 01:23:02 AM
New pic of Yew scales - 1st draft. Still need to cut the end holes for the T&T, although might use Wenger system which will reduce work and look nicer. No varnish or oil on these yet (as I said - first draft) - as they still need a bit of sanding, and I'm tempted to pop them on the miller and cut a little + as a logo... Thoughts?
Very nice looking Classic RT - I love wooden scales - And hope to make my own some day.
I am a big fan of the TT, so would need to include them - But always worried about how to do that bit >:( - Although Archerwin and MWDP seem to manage OK.
Using the Wenger system is a brilliant idea. - Will you actually use W TT or will you mod V TT to do it - I will have a think and a check on that :tu: :D
Re the cross I was planning to stick a regular Vic shield on the SAK (Archerwin does this) - But not sure how secure that would be ???
- I wondered about digging out a bit of wood to fit it - But that would be very delicate and tricky work.
Just a cut cross would be OK too :tu:
Post by: shibafu on October 20, 2016, 11:19:28 AM
Using the Wenger system is a brilliant idea. - Will you actually use W TT or will you mod V TT to do it - I will have a think and a check on that :tu: :D
That is an interesting idea. Gives the scales a cleaner look too. It seems the Wenger toothpick and tweezers are still readily available as spares so it seems like a very viable option. Do the Wenger ones require a cutout in the liner to accommodate the heads of the T&T?
Post by: timganev on October 21, 2016, 09:54:37 AM
Few years ago I decided to buy SAK. I was looking for pocket friendly, 84mm, one layer and Victorinox Waiter seemed a good choice. I found that I rarely used the corkscrew and I start to think about modification.
I bought a second Waiter because I did not want to risk my favorite knife and this is the result:
Post by: timganev on October 21, 2016, 09:56:44 AM
Post by: magentus on October 21, 2016, 10:12:05 AM
Is this your first mod or are there others to show?
:cheers:
Post by: timganev on October 21, 2016, 10:30:17 AM
Welcome timganev! Great post - nice mod and something we don't see here too often. Your English is, as most non English members here, excellent and puts most of us native speakers to shame. :salute:
Is this your first mod or are there others to show?
:cheers:
Thank you!
This is my third mod, but the first two are more like hmm… unfinished prototypes :)
(small wallet friendly Wenger and 2 layer Victorinox )
Post by: m47mu74nt on October 21, 2016, 10:47:51 AM
And the almost finished product::like:
How did you solder the bit holder to the corkscrew part ?
This mod is something I should give a try, but with smaller bit holder (like small electronic multi-bit drivers)
Post by: jaya_man on October 21, 2016, 11:02:24 AM
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Post by: Fortytwo on October 21, 2016, 11:09:14 AM
And the almost finished product::like:
How did you solder the bit holder to the corkscrew part ?
This mod is something I should give a try, but with smaller bit holder (like small electronic multi-bit drivers)
It looks like a weld to me. My (not very well informed) guess is that any kind of weld should work fine but that a magnet might not survive.
I really like the mod and this seems like something Victorinox should do themselves and that could be a new answer to the Phillips or corkscrew debate. Well done!
Post by: timganev on October 21, 2016, 11:20:20 AM
:like:
How did you solder the bit holder to the corkscrew part ?
This mod is something I should give a try, but with smaller bit holder (like small electronic multi-bit drivers)
I did not have power tools.
Cutting, filing and sanding - handmade
I found small workshop and the man there repair everything from cars to
boilers. I bought him а coffee and he did the welding for free. Then I put back the magnet in the bit holder and again filing and sanding… :D
I like the standard bits because if I ruined it is easy to replace it with another one
Post by: firiki on October 21, 2016, 11:26:00 AM
...
I really like the mod and this seems like something Victorinox should do themselves and that could be a new answer to the Phillips or corkscrew debate. Well done!
+1 Welcome to the forums timganev :cheers:
One word of caution, though, the aluminium liners and little brass pin can't take much force :salute:
Post by: timganev on October 21, 2016, 11:32:09 AM
It looks like a weld to me. My (not very well informed) guess is that any kind of weld should work fine but that a magnet might not survive.
I really like the mod and this seems like something Victorinox should do themselves and that could be a new answer to the Phillips or corkscrew debate. Well done!
Thank you!
Yes it was welded… I also was afraid for the magnet :think: and you can see it removed on the 4th picture...
Post by: timganev on October 21, 2016, 11:49:19 AM
Awesome mod... truly out of the box... welcome... did you make the scales yourself? would love to see your first 2 mods as well... :cheers:
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These are the original scales (ecoline) after cutting, sanding and polishing and they need more work
Post by: jaya_man on October 21, 2016, 12:18:22 PM
Looks great :like: :like:Awesome mod... truly out of the box... welcome... did you make the scales yourself? would love to see your first 2 mods as well... :cheers:
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Post by: timganev on October 21, 2016, 01:14:00 PM
+1 Welcome to the forums timganev :cheers:Yes I also think that aluminium liners are disadvantage and I will like to try steel liners next time...
One word of caution, though, the aluminium liners and little brass pin can't take much force :salute:
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Post by: m47mu74nt on October 21, 2016, 05:55:33 PM
Awesome mod... truly out of the box... welcome... did you make the scales yourself? would love to see your first 2 mods as well... :cheers:
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These are the original scales (ecoline) after cutting, sanding and polishing and they need more work
Nice result!
Post by: ironraven on October 22, 2016, 02:15:04 AM
Yes I also think that aluminium liners are disadvantage and I will like to try steel liners next time...
I was thinking something like alox, but more inox, using stainless scales/liner combo. As much as I love my Compact as is, this mod probably with the hook removed to make way for the bit holder's girth, would be a great EDC option.
Post by: timganev on October 22, 2016, 01:45:49 PM
... with the hook removed to make way...
Three easy mods:
Picture 1 - Transforming Victorinox Parcel Hook (I hate this thing :) ) into pry bar
Picture 2 - Putting edge on Wenger punch
Picture 3 – A 10 seconds mod - transport small safety pin into the corkscrew
Post by: AimlessWanderer on October 22, 2016, 01:56:06 PM
Post by: Rototype on October 22, 2016, 08:14:39 PM
Using the Wenger system is a brilliant idea. - Will you actually use W TT or will you mod V TT to do it - I will have a think and a check on that :tu: :D
That is an interesting idea. Gives the scales a cleaner look too. It seems the Wenger toothpick and tweezers are still readily available as spares so it seems like a very viable option. Do the Wenger ones require a cutout in the liner to accommodate the heads of the T&T?
They do need a slight cutout, less than 1mm although you have to be accurate with cutting the slots in the scales to make sure they don't catch on the blades. If you leave then slightly proud of the surface then they're a little easier to 'deploy'. Still waiting for the rounding cutter to arrive so when it does I can start on the next ones.
Post by: Rototype on October 23, 2016, 01:52:13 AM
Greetings everyone. I am new in this forum. English is not my native language, please excuse me for any misspelling.
Few years ago I decided to buy SAK. I was looking for pocket friendly, 84mm, one layer and Victorinox Waiter seemed a good choice. I found that I rarely used the corkscrew and I start to think about modification.
I bought a second Waiter because I did not want to risk my favorite knife and this is the result:
Ya beat me to it....
I've been thinking for a while about adding a similar device to a Camper/Huntsman, although I was thinking of using the 4mm system (like the CyberTools) and adding it as a second back tool on the other side (so I can have the interchangable bits AND the corkscrew). Another advantage if you use the 4mm system is that you can cut slots in the scales and carry a few bits with you. The one thing I'm holding bck on so far is that I'd also like it to be useable in the flat position (so it can be used as a screwdriver rather than a T handle) but I still have to figure out how to have it extending out (and locking on place) to do this.
Personally, my 'Corkscrew mod' on the Waiter (also a favourite of mine) is to centralise it between the 2 scales which will smooth the lines out as the scales can then wrap around it (OK, finger cutout needed) but this will be with Yew wood scales, just a matter of finding 1/2 day to get everything in place to do it.
Post by: Bob Wolfson on October 24, 2016, 12:06:29 AM
Off topic question: does anyone make custom scales that accept the toothpick and tweezers?
Yes, you! You've just not mastered it yet :D
Seriously, give it a go.
So I did. Gave it a go, that is! Mastery will take some time.
Each scale is 4 ply of 1/32 thick aluminum.
Post by: Bob Wolfson on October 24, 2016, 12:23:37 AM
Post by: AimlessWanderer on October 24, 2016, 12:27:49 AM
Nice job! :like:
Post by: magentus on October 24, 2016, 09:47:28 AM
Post by: m47mu74nt on October 24, 2016, 11:02:04 AM
Off topic question: does anyone make custom scales that accept the toothpick and tweezers?
Yes, you! You've just not mastered it yet :D
Seriously, give it a go.
So I did. Gave it a go, that is! Mastery will take some time.
Each scale is 4 ply of 1/32 thick aluminum.
Welcome to the Club !
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=64155.0;attach=289788) (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,64155.msg1363054.html#msg1363054)
That's an excellent idea to use multiple layers, I [was about to / wished to] do the same work with some brass sheets ( one to use as spacer and multiple layers for scales with cut-outs and each layer welded to the other)
Considering your result, I might give it a go!
Post by: jaya_man on October 24, 2016, 11:14:45 AM
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Post by: jaya_man on October 24, 2016, 11:24:15 AM
That's some nice work on the micarta... try sandwich brass and aluminum or something else like a layered cake...
Off topic question: does anyone make custom scales that accept the toothpick and tweezers?
Yes, you! You've just not mastered it yet :D
Seriously, give it a go.
So I did. Gave it a go, that is! Mastery will take some time.
Each scale is 4 ply of 1/32 thick aluminum.
Welcome to the Club !
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=64155.0;attach=289788) (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,64155.msg1363054.html#msg1363054)
That's an excellent idea to use multiple layers, I [was about to / wished to] do the same work with some brass sheets ( one to use as spacer and multiple layers for scales with cut-outs and each layer welded to the other)
Considering your result, I might give it a go!
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Post by: magentus on October 24, 2016, 11:55:12 AM
My 7 year old son has been bugging me constantly to give him a SAK, since I have some unused donors and some leftover parts lying around, might as well make him one... Here it is,Nice one J-Man - He's set up now! :salute:
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Post by: jaya_man on October 24, 2016, 12:00:59 PM
Thx Mags... he's been taking his toys apart the minute he got his first VictorinoxMy 7 year old son has been bugging me constantly to give him a SAK, since I have some unused donors and some leftover parts lying around, might as well make him one... Here it is,Nice one J-Man - He's set up now! :salute:
Bladeless Manager v1
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Here it is together with his flashlight
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Post by: Bob Wolfson on October 25, 2016, 04:27:34 AM
That's an excellent idea to use multiple layers, I [was about to / wished to] do the same work with some brass sheets ( one to use as spacer and multiple layers for scales with cut-outs and each layer welded to the other)
Considering your result, I might give it a go!
I've started a pair of scales with aluminum and copper layers. But I find that the softness of the copper actually makes it harder to work with. I think brass would be better.
Post by: pfrsantos on October 25, 2016, 05:52:31 PM
It looks like a weld to me. My (not very well informed) guess is that any kind of weld should work fine but that a magnet might not survive.
I really like the mod and this seems like something Victorinox should do themselves and that could be a new answer to the Phillips or corkscrew debate. Well done!
Thank you!
Yes it was welded… I also was afraid for the magnet :think: and you can see it removed on the 4th picture...
Very cool idea! Nicely done, too!
:salute: :tu:
You could try putting in the magnet and held it in place with some epoxy glue.
:think:
Post by: sLaughterMed on October 26, 2016, 05:45:22 AM
That is brilliant! I think I might use that for myself
Off topic question: does anyone make custom scales that accept the toothpick and tweezers?
Yes, you! You've just not mastered it yet :D
Seriously, give it a go.
So I did. Gave it a go, that is! Mastery will take some time.
Each scale is 4 ply of 1/32 thick aluminum.
Post by: timganev on October 26, 2016, 01:03:16 PM
Very cool idea! Nicely done, too!
:salute: :tu:
You could try putting in the magnet and held it in place with some epoxy glue.
:think:
Thank you 8)
I used super glue. The glue and the magnetic force should keep it in place.
Post by: Poncho65 on October 27, 2016, 12:07:40 AM
Very cool idea! Nicely done, too!
:salute: :tu:
You could try putting in the magnet and held it in place with some epoxy glue.
:think:
Thank you 8)
I used super glue. The glue and the magnetic force should keep it in place.
Welcome to :MTO: timganev :cheers: I really love that mod and it looks very well done :like:
Post by: Poncho65 on October 27, 2016, 12:09:03 AM
Off topic question: does anyone make custom scales that accept the toothpick and tweezers?
Yes, you! You've just not mastered it yet :D
Seriously, give it a go.
So I did. Gave it a go, that is! Mastery will take some time.
Each scale is 4 ply of 1/32 thick aluminum.
Welcome to :MTO: Bob :cheers: Very cool idea with that type of scale :like:
Post by: Poncho65 on October 27, 2016, 12:10:50 AM
Thx Mags... he's been taking his toys apart the minute he got his first VictorinoxMy 7 year old son has been bugging me constantly to give him a SAK, since I have some unused donors and some leftover parts lying around, might as well make him one... Here it is,Nice one J-Man - He's set up now! :salute:
Bladeless Manager v1
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I remember those days well :dd: I could take anything apart :tu: Getting it back together on the other hand :whistle: :D Awesome mod for your son :cheers: :like:
Post by: jaya_man on October 27, 2016, 02:13:45 AM
Hahaha... Those were the days... Thanks PonchoThx Mags... he's been taking his toys apart the minute he got his first VictorinoxMy 7 year old son has been bugging me constantly to give him a SAK, since I have some unused donors and some leftover parts lying around, might as well make him one... Here it is,Nice one J-Man - He's set up now! :salute:
Bladeless Manager v1
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Here it is together with his flashlight
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I remember those days well :dd: I could take anything apart :tu: Getting it back together on the other hand :whistle: :D Awesome mod for your son :cheers: :like:
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Post by: T14 on October 27, 2016, 05:23:50 AM
It runs on 3 batteries, is made almost entirely of plastic and liners, and does not like to get wet or dirty. :facepalm:
-Tom
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHtAEx3fSYI
Post by: shibafu on October 27, 2016, 12:15:30 PM
I guess this belongs here: My first mod: A bladeless Cybertraveller Lite of sorts.
It runs on 3 batteries, is made almost entirely of plastic and liners, and does not like to get wet or dirty. :facepalm:
-Tom
Nice, a great combination of tools for jobs like delicate electronics repair.
Post by: Rototype on October 29, 2016, 12:03:56 AM
The finish is Tung Oil (Danish oil basically) and the problem of how to stop the T&T falling out is a bit of a moot point - my problem is how to get them out easily as the slots are milled to such a tolerance they're actually a little stiff :( although I expect with use these will ease off a bit. To the gentleman who was asking about custom scales with T&T slots, Yes, I will be supplying these when I get the production sorted out so it runs a bit smoother, PM me for more details. Once I have the production sorted I see no reason that other materials can't be used - there are some very nice acrylics out there for the pen turning market that will quite nicely slice up to make scales... (I'm looking at some nice pearlescent green ones at the moment.. :)
Post by: SteelRaven on October 29, 2016, 01:31:21 AM
Post by: Poncho65 on October 29, 2016, 05:34:05 AM
:nanadance: :nanadance:
Post by: Poncho65 on October 29, 2016, 05:34:55 AM
I guess this belongs here: My first mod: A bladeless Cybertraveller Lite of sorts.
It runs on 3 batteries, is made almost entirely of plastic and liners, and does not like to get wet or dirty. :facepalm:
-Tom
Nice, a great combination of tools for jobs like delicate electronics repair.
An excellent mod that I have never seen :like:
Post by: Sparky415 on October 29, 2016, 09:02:32 AM
There's some great things going on in this thread :salute:
:cheers:
Post by: SteelRaven on October 29, 2016, 11:54:51 AM
All those tiny parts, bushings, washers...wow...when I worked as an apprentice gunsmith in NC, in the shoppe we snickered and called it the "springs n things" syndrome.
If you had good sense in your noggin you learned to took stuff apart in such a way that a tiny spring didnt fly off into space and enter the black hole of forgetfulness! :rofl: but it sure is fun.
Post by: Bob Wolfson on October 31, 2016, 01:38:54 AM
(https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B-37VtQdOzV1SFB4M21XLTJBMzQ)
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Post by: Bob Wolfson on October 31, 2016, 05:00:07 AM
Here's a reorganized Rambler with 3-ply brass scales for the T&T.
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Post by: shibafu on October 31, 2016, 01:15:16 PM
Finally got the mini router bits through so here's the first production prototype. I don't know if I mentioned before but I got a big batch of these from the US (I think they were customs confiscations... hence nothing bladeless) - there were over 100 SDs in there so I need some outlet for them, and I have a large block of Yew so it seemed logical to enhance them (many have advertising on them as well, so I really need to change the scales). Surprisingly it seems like most of them have pretty much never been used, despite being somewhat scuffed...
The finish is Tung Oil (Danish oil basically) and the problem of how to stop the T&T falling out is a bit of a moot point - my problem is how to get them out easily as the slots are milled to such a tolerance they're actually a little stiff :( although I expect with use these will ease off a bit. To the gentleman who was asking about custom scales with T&T slots, Yes, I will be supplying these when I get the production sorted out so it runs a bit smoother, PM me for more details. Once I have the production sorted I see no reason that other materials can't be used - there are some very nice acrylics out there for the pen turning market that will quite nicely slice up to make scales... (I'm looking at some nice pearlescent green ones at the moment.. :)
Like the yew :tu:
Did you oil them before fitting or after? I'm making some wood scales for my Apprentice that I'm planning to finish with Danish oil, and oiling the scales before fitting seems easier, but I'm not sure whether epoxy will stick to the oiled surface.
Post by: Bob Wolfson on October 31, 2016, 02:07:01 PM
Post by: hiraethus on October 31, 2016, 02:08:52 PM
Post by: Bob Wolfson on October 31, 2016, 02:45:20 PM
You can attach them directly to your post. Use the 'Attachments and other options' thingy below the reply box. There's a restriction on the number and size of images per post though.
That's to attach from one's PC (upload). As you point out, there are size restrictions (and who has 1MB files these days?)
I have already uploaded my pictures to google Drive and Photos. But even when the are shared to "anyone with the link" they don't show up here when the link is inserted between IMG tags. Is there a trick?
Post by: shibafu on October 31, 2016, 02:59:15 PM
You can attach them directly to your post. Use the 'Attachments and other options' thingy below the reply box. There's a restriction on the number and size of images per post though.
That's to attach from one's PC (upload). As you point out, there are size restrictions (and who has 1MB files these days?)
I have already uploaded my pictures to google Drive and Photos. But even when the are shared to "anyone with the link" they don't show up here when the link is inserted between IMG tags. Is there a trick?
The problem is on the Google side. Looking at the page source, the forum is emitting correctly formatted IMG tags in your posts. But navigating to the source of the image, e.g. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/bE1Heu5RG4j63J9QXxHiApUYuQoorn-oOZ7GARl-xwuWyJF1dUa35qFgYouOAZydg24FDEBj=w1600-h766-rw , gives a 403 Forbidden error.
Post by: Bob Wolfson on November 01, 2016, 02:00:45 AM
(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=0B-37VtQdOzV1SFB4M21XLTJBMzQ)
(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=0B-37VtQdOzV1bWp3UjB5WGRrWk0)
(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=0B-37VtQdOzV1TDBDZDRHN29mYW8)
Post by: T14 on November 01, 2016, 02:11:49 AM
Post by: Bob Wolfson on November 01, 2016, 02:34:51 AM
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Post by: m47mu74nt on November 01, 2016, 06:52:20 AM
3rd try... Google makes it :rant: UNBELIEVABLY HARD :rant: to get a direct URL to an image in Drive! They won't just give it to you. You have to take what they supply, and delete/add parts in Notepad!! Really bad job, Google!
(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=0B-37VtQdOzV1SFB4M21XLTJBMzQ)
(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=0B-37VtQdOzV1bWp3UjB5WGRrWk0)
(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=0B-37VtQdOzV1TDBDZDRHN29mYW8)
Looks like you made the same mistake I did (on my Ti Rambler), the file is flipped and the coarse side is toward the scale :oops:
Nice scales BTW!
Post by: Bob Wolfson on November 01, 2016, 01:16:08 PM
3rd try... Google makes it :rant: UNBELIEVABLY HARD :rant: to get a direct URL to an image in Drive! They won't just give it to you. You have to take what they supply, and delete/add parts in Notepad!! Really bad job, Google!
(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=0B-37VtQdOzV1SFB4M21XLTJBMzQ)
(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=0B-37VtQdOzV1bWp3UjB5WGRrWk0)
(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=0B-37VtQdOzV1TDBDZDRHN29mYW8)
Looks like you made the same mistake I did (on my Ti Rambler), the file is flipped and the coarse side is toward the scale :oops:
Nice scales BTW!
No mistake! It's flipped so there's less chance of the T&T falling out when hanging from a key chain, and the nail nick for the file is more easily accessible behind the recurve in the spine of the bottle opener. (Even on a stock Rambler the coarse side is to the scale because V just uses the same file as on a Classic, where it sits on the same side as the blade. They should have mirrored it, imo.)
Post by: m47mu74nt on November 01, 2016, 03:13:55 PM
Really? the file coarse is toward the scale on stock Rambler?? (I don't have any Rambler to check, as the one I bought is now modded)3rd try... Google makes it :rant: UNBELIEVABLY HARD :rant: to get a direct URL to an image in Drive! They won't just give it to you. You have to take what they supply, and delete/add parts in Notepad!! Really bad job, Google!
(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=0B-37VtQdOzV1SFB4M21XLTJBMzQ)
(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=0B-37VtQdOzV1bWp3UjB5WGRrWk0)
(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=0B-37VtQdOzV1TDBDZDRHN29mYW8)
Looks like you made the same mistake I did (on my Ti Rambler), the file is flipped and the coarse side is toward the scale :oops:
Nice scales BTW!
No mistake! It's flipped so there's less chance of the T&T falling out when hanging from a key chain, and the nail nick for the file is more easily accessible behind the recurve in the spine of the bottle opener. (Even on a stock Rambler the coarse side is to the scale because V just uses the same file as on a Classic, where it sits on the same side as the blade. They should have mirrored it, imo.)
==> That would mean I didn't make a mistake when assembling it :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
That's crazy ! :like:
Post by: Bob Wolfson on November 02, 2016, 02:15:12 AM
Really? the file coarse is toward the scale on stock Rambler?? (I don't have any Rambler to check, as the one I bought is now modded)
==> That would mean I didn't make a mistake when assembling it :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
That's crazy ! :like:
Because the Rambler knife and file are the same as on the Classic, where they are on the same side in different slices, their nail nicks have to face opposite each other. When they are moved into the same slice on a Rambler, one nick must end up facing into the other slice. I chose to make it the file's, as did V, and as a result the coarse side is away from the other slice, i.e. to the scale.
But where V puts it alongside the scissors, I put it alongside the opener. There, its nick lines up perfectly behind the opener's inward curve. I find it a little easier to get to than when it's facing the scissors in V's configuration, though not as easy as when it faces the scale.
You could just as well have the file's nick face the scale and let the knife's face the middle behind the opener, but the knife gets used a lot and ought be very easy to open. It would have been nicest if V had made a mirror image of the file to use in the Rambler. Then all nicks could have faced scales.
Post by: FInixNOver on November 02, 2016, 09:24:33 PM
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/SAK%20Modifications/IMG_20161102_195038-01_zpshu3g0l6u.jpeg)
Post by: m47mu74nt on November 03, 2016, 05:26:05 PM
Thank you for your explanation!
Really? the file coarse is toward the scale on stock Rambler?? (I don't have any Rambler to check, as the one I bought is now modded)
==> That would mean I didn't make a mistake when assembling it :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
That's crazy ! :like:
Because the Rambler knife and file are the same as on the Classic, where they are on the same side in different slices, their nail nicks have to face opposite each other. When they are moved into the same slice on a Rambler, one nick must end up facing into the other slice. I chose to make it the file's, as did V, and as a result the coarse side is away from the other slice, i.e. to the scale.
But where V puts it alongside the scissors, I put it alongside the opener. There, its nick lines up perfectly behind the opener's inward curve. I find it a little easier to get to than when it's facing the scissors in V's configuration, though not as easy as when it faces the scale.
You could just as well have the file's nick face the scale and let the knife's face the middle behind the opener, but the knife gets used a lot and ought be very easy to open. It would have been nicest if V had made a mirror image of the file to use in the Rambler. Then all nicks could have faced scales.
Post by: Bob Wolfson on November 05, 2016, 10:48:30 PM
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/SwIRKTvP04ipqSiKfoYcAy-J-c5knZBz23DZ58yY1ibkHcb6MHxu7SF8x3nqkQBt80oJ2PeNgQ=w1653-h1239-no)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_TbjEjxQCo7lOnpnU6FHcMJacZLs_w4bydjvhZL0CofAOyCT4FcNENJ-q2MKREtUxcF9fPHvNQ=w1653-h1239-no)
Post by: Poncho65 on November 05, 2016, 10:53:56 PM
An Executive (74mm) with a bottle opener/phillips driver transplanted from a Rambler (58mm). Because it's nice to have a longer blade and still be able to open your beer. :drink:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/SwIRKTvP04ipqSiKfoYcAy-J-c5knZBz23DZ58yY1ibkHcb6MHxu7SF8x3nqkQBt80oJ2PeNgQ=w1653-h1239-no)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_TbjEjxQCo7lOnpnU6FHcMJacZLs_w4bydjvhZL0CofAOyCT4FcNENJ-q2MKREtUxcF9fPHvNQ=w1653-h1239-no)
Nice mod Bob :like: What back spring did you use to make this work with the bottle opener/phillips driver :think: :cheers:
Post by: Bob Wolfson on November 05, 2016, 11:20:33 PM
Nice mod Bob :like: What back spring did you use to make this work with the bottle opener/phillips driver :think: :cheers:
3 knives went into this - 2 Executives and a Rambler. The Rambler just provided the bottle opener.
The 2 Execs provide one full thickness pair of springs for the long and short knife blades in layer 1 (as usual for an Exec), and in layer 2 there are 4 half-thick springs arranged as in a Classic, for the file and peeler (each half thick) and bottle opener (full thick). (A normal Exec has 2 springs for the file and peeler).
The leftover parts are good for making a Classic SD, and a one-layer 74mm knife with scissors and a long and short blade. You wind up with an orphan file and peeler.
Post by: Poncho65 on November 06, 2016, 04:48:45 AM
Nice mod Bob :like: What back spring did you use to make this work with the bottle opener/phillips driver :think: :cheers:
3 knives went into this - 2 Executives and a Rambler. The Rambler just provided the bottle opener.
The 2 Execs provide one full thickness pair of springs for the long and short knife blades in layer 1 (as usual for an Exec), and in layer 2 there are 4 half-thick springs arranged as in a Classic, for the file and peeler (each half thick) and bottle opener (full thick). (A normal Exec has 2 springs for the file and peeler).
The leftover parts are good for making a Classic SD, and a one-layer 74mm knife with scissors and a long and short blade. You wind up with an orphan file and peeler.
Thanks for the explanation :salute:
:like:
Post by: jaya_man on November 07, 2016, 02:35:35 PM
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Post by: magentus on November 07, 2016, 02:53:49 PM
Post by: jaya_man on November 07, 2016, 03:08:20 PM
That is lush J Man! Lush!Thx Mags... :cheers:
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Post by: T14 on November 07, 2016, 04:23:15 PM
Is it going to be a shelf queen or a user ?
Post by: jaya_man on November 07, 2016, 05:28:36 PM
Stunning mate. I'm loving the color play between the brass pins and the copper scales. :cheers:Thanks Mate... it's a user... the brass pins also goes well with the brass liners
Is it going to be a shelf queen or a user ?
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Post by: hiraethus on November 08, 2016, 02:40:35 PM
Finally completed this custom Golfer 84mm... First time to work with Copper... Finishing could be better...
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Nice. :like:
Post by: hiraethus on November 08, 2016, 02:40:58 PM
Post by: jaya_man on November 08, 2016, 02:41:28 PM
Thanks H :cheers:Finally completed this custom Golfer 84mm... First time to work with Copper... Finishing could be better...
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Nice. :like:
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Post by: hiraethus on November 08, 2016, 02:41:34 PM
I guess this belongs here: My first mod: A bladeless Cybertraveller Lite of sorts.
It runs on 3 batteries, is made almost entirely of plastic and liners, and does not like to get wet or dirty. :facepalm:
-Tom
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHtAEx3fSYI
Ace. Love it. :cheers:
Post by: Rototype on November 08, 2016, 06:46:55 PM
Finally got the mini router bits through so here's the first production prototype. I don't know if I mentioned before but I got a big batch of these from the US (I think they were customs confiscations... hence nothing bladeless) - there were over 100 SDs in there so I need some outlet for them, and I have a large block of Yew so it seemed logical to enhance them (many have advertising on them as well, so I really need to change the scales). Surprisingly it seems like most of them have pretty much never been used, despite being somewhat scuffed...
The finish is Tung Oil (Danish oil basically) and the problem of how to stop the T&T falling out is a bit of a moot point - my problem is how to get them out easily as the slots are milled to such a tolerance they're actually a little stiff :( although I expect with use these will ease off a bit. To the gentleman who was asking about custom scales with T&T slots, Yes, I will be supplying these when I get the production sorted out so it runs a bit smoother, PM me for more details. Once I have the production sorted I see no reason that other materials can't be used - there are some very nice acrylics out there for the pen turning market that will quite nicely slice up to make scales... (I'm looking at some nice pearlescent green ones at the moment.. :)
Like the yew :tu:
Did you oil them before fitting or after? I'm making some wood scales for my Apprentice that I'm planning to finish with Danish oil, and oiling the scales before fitting seems easier, but I'm not sure whether epoxy will stick to the oiled surface.
I tend to do it afterwards, purely because I like to do a little finish sanding once they're in place, Epoxy? nope, just 4 holes the right size (1/8" diameter x 2mm deep) in the right places, clips straight on just like the original Celador ones. (I use a paper template stuck to the backs with Pritt and pop that in the miller - also helps me get the T&T slots lined up)
Post by: Bob Wolfson on November 11, 2016, 01:09:18 AM
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Post by: Bob Wolfson on November 11, 2016, 06:10:12 AM
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Post by: m47mu74nt on November 11, 2016, 09:27:21 AM
Post by: jaya_man on November 11, 2016, 09:54:19 AM
:like:+1 :like: :like: :like:
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Post by: Bob Wolfson on November 13, 2016, 05:05:13 AM
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Post by: Sparky415 on November 13, 2016, 09:25:28 AM
Finally completed this custom Golfer 84mm... First time to work with Copper... Finishing could be better...
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Pretty :drool: :drool:
Post by: jaya_man on November 13, 2016, 10:18:04 AM
Thanks... :cheers:Finally completed this custom Golfer 84mm... First time to work with Copper... Finishing could be better...
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Post by: m47mu74nt on November 13, 2016, 02:54:49 PM
Classic SD with brass scales and thin aluminum liners (next to a cellidor model on which the scales are reversed so the T&T are at the keyring end).
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/fjWRjPxN0aqsMIyNT8bsvehvA7gDWS53Q_Gb_5L3kK_Hd5P-_XXX3bgsmjeIAVcbTDEkf7MAhsQS=w930-h1239-no)
How is the shield fixed?
(looks like it is aluminium, I tried tin solder to fix the shield on a brass piece with no success on my side)
Post by: Bob Wolfson on November 13, 2016, 03:03:21 PM
How is the shield fixed?
(looks like it is aluminium, I tried tin solder to fix the shield on a brass piece with no success on my side)
It's an actual Victorinox shield, removed from a cellidor scale by soaking it in alcohol. A magnet attracts it, so not aluminum. It's just superglued.
Post by: m47mu74nt on November 13, 2016, 03:16:31 PM
:facepalm: you are right, I didn't tried with a magnet myself before :whistle:
How is the shield fixed?
(looks like it is aluminium, I tried tin solder to fix the shield on a brass piece with no success on my side)
It's an actual Victorinox shield, removed from a cellidor scale by soaking it in alcohol. A magnet attracts it, so not aluminum. It's just superglued.
Post by: timganev on November 15, 2016, 12:46:19 PM
More restoration then mod.
I found this Spartan. It was extremely cheap (about 3 USD), but I was not sure, if it worth it. Terrible condition, blue ecoline scales, broken tip of the main blade, dirty, sticky and almost impossible to open some of the tools. I remove the old scales and boil it in water and soap. Then left it for hours in solvent to kill and clean everything.
Then I started a second project to help me with this one (diy dremel /rotary tool) but I will show it another day. The second project helped me to reshape the tip of the main blade.
I used black scales from old project. I am still keeping the original toothpick. I will use it as a model for a metal one.
The scales and tools need more polishing, but so far I am happy with the result.
Post by: Poncho65 on November 15, 2016, 02:33:26 PM
Post by: magentus on November 15, 2016, 04:42:57 PM
Post by: m47mu74nt on November 16, 2016, 01:01:32 AM
My new project.Blue. Nylon. Scales. !!???!!
More restoration then mod.
I found this Spartan. It was extremely cheap (about 3 USD), but I was not sure, if it worth it. Terrible condition, blue ecoline scales, broken tip of the main blade, dirty, sticky and almost impossible to open some of the tools. I remove the old scales and boil it in water and soap. Then left it for hours in solvent to kill and clean everything.
Then I started a second project to help me with this one (diy dremel /rotary tool) but I will show it another day. The second project helped me to reshape the tip of the main blade.
I used black scales from old project. I am still keeping the original toothpick. I will use it as a model for a metal one.
The scales and tools need more polishing, but so far I am happy with the result.
:drool:
Post by: timganev on November 16, 2016, 09:18:40 AM
Blue. Nylon. Scales. !!???!!
:drool:
yes ecoline/nylon
I tried to wash them, but only a sandpaper will do the trick.
I will use the blue scales if i finish my first project one day :)
Post by: timganev on November 16, 2016, 04:53:16 PM
If you combine small chuck (3 USD) with old food chopper(7 USD) you get Frankenstein rotary tool (FrankenDrill / DremelStein :D). It is ugly, powerful (170W) and it freaks me out :pok:. It reshape the tip of the blade for a minute. If you take this as an instructions do not blame me if you lose finger or something. It is a little beast >:D and will bite, if you give it a chance .
Post by: timganev on November 16, 2016, 04:55:51 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on November 16, 2016, 05:57:01 PM
Post by: Poncho65 on November 16, 2016, 07:53:30 PM
Cooool! :like:
+1 and I bet the Frankendremel has a sound and fury to be reckoned with :o :D :like:
Post by: magentus on November 17, 2016, 12:02:32 PM
Post by: timganev on November 17, 2016, 03:52:13 PM
I keep it without the scales (it is very thin that way) and I carry it in my wallet for the last 3 months, to check if I am ok with this set of tools. When I have time I will replicate it with better quality and few changes - stainless steel liners, clear etched cross on the blade, bigger hole on the blade for one hand opening…
Post by: Poncho65 on November 17, 2016, 04:25:46 PM
This is my first project. I know it is not pretty, It is a prototype of wallet friendly Wenger. I use this knife as a platform to learn techniques like disassembling SAK, etching, metal polishing…
I keep it without the scales (it is very thin that way) and I carry it in my wallet for the last 3 months, to check if I am ok with this set of tools. When I have time I will replicate it with better quality and few changes - stainless steel liners, clear etched cross on the blade, bigger hole on the blade for one hand opening…
That is pretty neat looking timganev :cheers: :like:
Post by: pfrsantos on November 17, 2016, 05:59:14 PM
Love it T-Ganizzle :salute: Frankendremel :cheers:
Whoa...
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Pay no atention, just wanted a chance to use the pic...
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Post by: hulk. on November 22, 2016, 04:21:40 PM
a lot of imagination .
We must continue.
With simplistic tools macgyver till the end
Post by: Sparky415 on November 22, 2016, 08:22:53 PM
+1
I'm with the green angry one :salute:
:cheers:
Post by: Huntsman on November 23, 2016, 11:45:08 PM
This is my first project. I know it is not pretty, It is a prototype of wallet friendly Wenger. .......
Wow - I love it when people do really 'weird' things with their mods.
Not weird in a bad way - Weird in that it is so different from 'standard' and very imaginative, creative and unusual !! :salute: :tu:
That nail file/awl/wire stripper is amazing!
Keep us posted on Mark II
Post by: Poncho65 on November 23, 2016, 11:52:37 PM
:nanadance: :nanadance:
Post by: Poncho65 on November 23, 2016, 11:53:06 PM
+1
I'm with the green angry one :salute:
:cheers:
+2 and also welcome to :MTO: Hulk :like:
Post by: hulk. on November 24, 2016, 09:24:54 AM
Post by: jaya_man on November 30, 2016, 08:38:53 AM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161130/f35ba6d39554fba449049e5dfd75043f.jpg)
Post by: magentus on November 30, 2016, 04:41:37 PM
Post by: jaya_man on November 30, 2016, 05:08:37 PM
That looks amazing JMan. Great tool load :cheers:Thanks again Mags :cheers:
Post by: Poncho65 on November 30, 2016, 06:38:12 PM
That looks amazing JMan. Great tool load :cheers:
+1 That is a great tool set for that thin of a knife :o You have put some very good thought in this knife jaya :like:
Post by: jaya_man on November 30, 2016, 07:12:19 PM
Thanks Poncho... to be honest, I've seen numerous pics on similar mods with similar toolset made in the past... Some even in this forum. Thought it looks similar to my fave the Yeoman... I just made one for myself since I wanted an alox in my rotation and it has all the tools I need...That looks amazing JMan. Great tool load :cheers:
+1 That is a great tool set for that thin of a knife :o You have put some very good thought in this knife jaya :like:
I think there is also a farmer x with the added 2in1 layer in here somewhere...
Ever thought about making an alox ranger? I'm guessing it would be thinner than the cellidor version... It's going to be an expensive mod though...
Post by: Poncho65 on November 30, 2016, 08:06:49 PM
Thanks Poncho... to be honest, I've seen numerous pics on similar mods with similar toolset made in the past... Some even in this forum. Thought it looks similar to my fave the Yeoman... I just made one for myself since I wanted an alox in my rotation and it has all the tools I need...That looks amazing JMan. Great tool load :cheers:
+1 That is a great tool set for that thin of a knife :o You have put some very good thought in this knife jaya :like:
I think there is also a farmer x with the added 2in1 layer in here somewhere...
Ever thought about making an alox ranger? I'm guessing it would be thinner than the cellidor version... It's going to be an expensive mod though...
Once I get the mod I am "working" on finished :D Who knows what I may try :shrug: I have seen similar mods yes but none exactly like yours :tu:
Post by: Oxford_Guy on November 30, 2016, 08:37:37 PM
If it weren't for the guidance of @shibafu and @Syph007, I wouldn't be able to complete this mod... It's an Alox model I have always wanted and very well suits my EDC needs... Surpised that this gorgeous black has the same thickness as a Yeoman... swapped the PX scissors from a 91mm (nail nick preference) and applied Syph's patented 2in1 layer
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161130/f35ba6d39554fba449049e5dfd75043f.jpg)
Depends on the Yeoman! My Syph mod is much thinner than the Cellidor model (shown), about the same thickness as a Pioneer X:
(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/EDC/IMG_6705_zpsp0s6rype.jpg)
(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/EDC/IMG_6707_zpsuure5kio.jpg)
Post by: Fortytwo on November 30, 2016, 11:38:20 PM
I gifted a Classic to a friend for her birthday recently but when she had a walk in the woods planned she asked me for something a bit bigger.
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That's what she said...
I handed her a Ranger and after that she wanted something for herself. So I built a Camper from what I had laying around. The peening is not very good and I had really made a mess of things when I disassembled the knife but I plan on epoxying the scales anyway so I don't mind so much. The snap is there as well so I hope the recipient will be happy
(https://www.dropbox.com/s/r4uheacv7ast8w0/20161130_232146-2064x1161.jpg?raw=1)
Post by: Poncho65 on December 01, 2016, 12:48:49 AM
I'll finally join in on the fun here with something more substantial than a scale swap. This knife started its life as a discounted Huntsman but the scissors got reground to fit in my EDC and since then it's been a pile of parts.
I gifted a Classic to a friend for her birthday recently but when she had a walk in the woods planned she asked me for something a bit bigger.Show contentThat's what she said...I handed her a Ranger and after that she wanted something for herself. So I built a Camper from what I had laying around.
The peening is not very good and I had really made a mess of things when I disassembled the knife but I plan on epoxying the scales anyway so I don't mind so much. The snap is there as well so I hope the recipient will be happy
(https://www.dropbox.com/s/r4uheacv7ast8w0/20161130_232146-2064x1161.jpg?raw=1)
Would love to see some pics of it :cheers: Even if it is finished product only shots :tu: :like: :like: :like:
Post by: jaya_man on December 01, 2016, 01:58:38 AM
Yes definitely... That's why I said cellidor Yeoman in the following comments. Not long after I posted this I remebered your awlsome Syph masterpiece... :cheers:If it weren't for the guidance of @shibafu and @Syph007, I wouldn't be able to complete this mod... It's an Alox model I have always wanted and very well suits my EDC needs... Surpised that this gorgeous black has the same thickness as a Yeoman... swapped the PX scissors from a 91mm (nail nick preference) and applied Syph's patented 2in1 layer
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161130/f35ba6d39554fba449049e5dfd75043f.jpg)
Depends on the Yeoman! My Syph mod is much thinner than the Cellidor model (shown), about the same thickness as a Pioneer X:
(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/EDC/IMG_6705_zpsp0s6rype.jpg)
(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/EDC/IMG_6707_zpsuure5kio.jpg)
Post by: hiraethus on December 01, 2016, 07:11:48 AM
If it weren't for the guidance of @shibafu and @Syph007, I wouldn't be able to complete this mod... It's an Alox model I have always wanted and very well suits my EDC needs... Surpised that this gorgeous black has the same thickness as a Yeoman... swapped the PX scissors from a 91mm (nail nick preference) and applied Syph's patented 2in1 layer
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161130/f35ba6d39554fba449049e5dfd75043f.jpg)
That's a great looking knife, jaya_man. Saw your method for peening on the latest SAK thread - got any shots of the peening on the other side using the punch?
Post by: hiraethus on December 01, 2016, 07:13:21 AM
Thanks Poncho... to be honest, I've seen numerous pics on similar mods with similar toolset made in the past... Some even in this forum. Thought it looks similar to my fave the Yeoman... I just made one for myself since I wanted an alox in my rotation and it has all the tools I need...That looks amazing JMan. Great tool load :cheers:
+1 That is a great tool set for that thin of a knife :o You have put some very good thought in this knife jaya :like:
I think there is also a farmer x with the added 2in1 layer in here somewhere...
Ever thought about making an alox ranger? I'm guessing it would be thinner than the cellidor version... It's going to be an expensive mod though...
I made one for a GAW a couple of years ago. Great knife, but you're right - took a lot of bits to make. 2 Farmers, a Pioneer and a Solo for the springs alone.
Post by: jaya_man on December 01, 2016, 08:12:10 AM
Or 2 farmers and a pioneer x... that's just about the lower end of spirit x pricesThanks Poncho... to be honest, I've seen numerous pics on similar mods with similar toolset made in the past... Some even in this forum. Thought it looks similar to my fave the Yeoman... I just made one for myself since I wanted an alox in my rotation and it has all the tools I need...That looks amazing JMan. Great tool load :cheers:
+1 That is a great tool set for that thin of a knife :o You have put some very good thought in this knife jaya :like:
I think there is also a farmer x with the added 2in1 layer in here somewhere...
Ever thought about making an alox ranger? I'm guessing it would be thinner than the cellidor version... It's going to be an expensive mod though...
I made one for a GAW a couple of years ago. Great knife, but you're right - took a lot of bits to make. 2 Farmers, a Pioneer and a Solo for the springs alone.
Post by: jaya_man on December 01, 2016, 08:15:38 AM
Be warned, might cause sore eyesIf it weren't for the guidance of @shibafu and @Syph007, I wouldn't be able to complete this mod... It's an Alox model I have always wanted and very well suits my EDC needs... Surpised that this gorgeous black has the same thickness as a Yeoman... swapped the PX scissors from a 91mm (nail nick preference) and applied Syph's patented 2in1 layer
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161130/f35ba6d39554fba449049e5dfd75043f.jpg)
That's a great looking knife, jaya_man. Saw your method for peening on the latest SAK thread - got any shots of the peening on the other side using the punch?
This was peened manually... Still looking for the correct punch size... Thanks again H :cheers:
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161201/f1c0a32a4a8a106c5c7e299c7c6ec5eb.jpg)
Post by: Oxford_Guy on December 01, 2016, 09:07:02 AM
Yes definitely... That's why I said cellidor Yeoman in the following comments. Not long after I posted this I remebered your awlsome Syph masterpiece... :cheers:If it weren't for the guidance of @shibafu and @Syph007, I wouldn't be able to complete this mod... It's an Alox model I have always wanted and very well suits my EDC needs... Surpised that this gorgeous black has the same thickness as a Yeoman... swapped the PX scissors from a 91mm (nail nick preference) and applied Syph's patented 2in1 layer
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161130/f35ba6d39554fba449049e5dfd75043f.jpg)
Depends on the Yeoman! My Syph mod is much thinner than the Cellidor model (shown), about the same thickness as a Pioneer X:
(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/EDC/IMG_6705_zpsp0s6rype.jpg)
(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/EDC/IMG_6707_zpsuure5kio.jpg)
I carry both, though (not at the same time, obviously!) - my cellidor one Hiratheus made for me is bulkier, but also lighter and has plus scales with a pen, and also carried in places where I don't want to risk carrying the more expensive Ti Yeoman. It's good to have the choice!
Post by: jaya_man on December 01, 2016, 09:10:11 AM
If it weren't for UK laws, yeoman would be a good combo for the XC... :cheers:Yes definitely... That's why I said cellidor Yeoman in the following comments. Not long after I posted this I remebered your awlsome Syph masterpiece... :cheers:If it weren't for the guidance of @shibafu and @Syph007, I wouldn't be able to complete this mod... It's an Alox model I have always wanted and very well suits my EDC needs... Surpised that this gorgeous black has the same thickness as a Yeoman... swapped the PX scissors from a 91mm (nail nick preference) and applied Syph's patented 2in1 layer
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161130/f35ba6d39554fba449049e5dfd75043f.jpg)
Depends on the Yeoman! My Syph mod is much thinner than the Cellidor model (shown), about the same thickness as a Pioneer X:
(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/EDC/IMG_6705_zpsp0s6rype.jpg)
(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/EDC/IMG_6707_zpsuure5kio.jpg)
I carry both, though (not at the same time, obviously!) - my cellidor one Hiratheus made for me is bulkier, but also lighter and has plus scales with a pen, and also carried in places where I don't want to risk carrying the more expensive Ti Yeoman. It's good to have the choice!
Post by: Oxford_Guy on December 01, 2016, 12:21:21 PM
If it weren't for UK laws, yeoman would be a good combo for the XC... :cheers:Yes definitely... That's why I said cellidor Yeoman in the following comments. Not long after I posted this I remebered your awlsome Syph masterpiece... :cheers:If it weren't for the guidance of @shibafu and @Syph007, I wouldn't be able to complete this mod... It's an Alox model I have always wanted and very well suits my EDC needs... Surpised that this gorgeous black has the same thickness as a Yeoman... swapped the PX scissors from a 91mm (nail nick preference) and applied Syph's patented 2in1 layer
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161130/f35ba6d39554fba449049e5dfd75043f.jpg)
Depends on the Yeoman! My Syph mod is much thinner than the Cellidor model (shown), about the same thickness as a Pioneer X:
(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/EDC/IMG_6705_zpsp0s6rype.jpg)
(http://i894.photobucket.com/albums/ac148/oxford_guy/EDC/IMG_6707_zpsuure5kio.jpg)
I carry both, though (not at the same time, obviously!) - my cellidor one Hiratheus made for me is bulkier, but also lighter and has plus scales with a pen, and also carried in places where I don't want to risk carrying the more expensive Ti Yeoman. It's good to have the choice!
Just received a Spirit XC for my birthday today...
I do already have a Leatherman Knifeless Fuse too, mind
Post by: timganev on December 01, 2016, 07:51:28 PM
There is genius in this model of spydersuisseThank you Hulk. I like "spydersuisse" and I will keep the name for the next version
a lot of imagination.....
Wow - I love it when people do really 'weird' things with their mods....Thank you Huntsman
I decided to show my first mod, before dissembling. Like spydersuisse it was used as learning tool. I will use 91mm scissors in 84mm Waiter - "How to build a modern Golfer (84mm cellidor). by Syph007"
The parcel hook is also pry bar/ flat screwdriver http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,5287.msg1365950.html#msg1365950
The corkscrew was replaced by awl.
Other tools: scissors, blade and... fork :rofl:
Post by: timganev on December 01, 2016, 08:06:35 PM
Post by: Poncho65 on December 01, 2016, 09:50:15 PM
Post by: Fortytwo on December 02, 2016, 11:20:28 PM
I'll finally join in on the fun here with something more substantial than a scale swap. This knife started its life as a discounted Huntsman but the scissors got reground to fit in my EDC and since then it's been a pile of parts.
I gifted a Classic to a friend for her birthday recently but when she had a walk in the woods planned she asked me for something a bit bigger.Show contentThat's what she said...I handed her a Ranger and after that she wanted something for herself. So I built a Camper from what I had laying around.
The peening is not very good and I had really made a mess of things when I disassembled the knife but I plan on epoxying the scales anyway so I don't mind so much. The snap is there as well so I hope the recipient will be happy
(https://www.dropbox.com/s/r4uheacv7ast8w0/20161130_232146-2064x1161.jpg?raw=1)
Would love to see some pics of it :cheers: Even if it is finished product only shots :tu: :like: :like: :like:
I threw this picture up in the Spirit Challenge but there wasn't much to it really. All the parts where there and I only had to place them properly (it helped that I photographed the taking apart stage). I bought a cheap 100g ball peen hammer and took my time checking for gaps (by wiggling the tools slightly). Highly recommended for anyone who finds themselves with too many tools n their SAK really.
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/58245811/Multitool.org%20-%20Pictures/20161202_214622-2064x1161.jpg)
Post by: Bob Wolfson on December 03, 2016, 08:22:54 PM
So I built a T&T caddy of plastic, and folded/soldered a brass tube for a sleeve.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/X-JF_dqaJnjnw_RuQJtl2Te3FdXjPkMrYMnAyU06uLGNWfRTZmEOXh0LNgSVdpghYpr12hVtDmWmZg=w2500-h1875-rw-no)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/AzDXFGGw-1L-e0Aa6K5DwA_jEraSD3Rvdr5kpgRT4CjLo0JDzV5FOXZk37RS_a4feGXgPBT0KMVT9g=w2500-h1875-rw-no)
It also goes handsomely with a knife made of remnants of the aforementioned Executive build, a slim, brass clad Exec minus the peeler and file.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/6mgY6iD9lwTxcbelluhRkaAGdAPAGIS2LAgG8O_485Pce7BuIboA6k8IE90eAWc1g4rxUGlQusno_A=w2500-h1875-rw-no)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/tjZaxmZU7LrKHZekVOtvyUJIX3dDU77g2KPWwtZGjJXwqDVf5FXYh5HDDOEyvGmsNh9ddXE1c4PUdQ=w2500-h1875-rw-no)
Post by: Bob Wolfson on December 03, 2016, 11:40:04 PM
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/PAEVtm1GtEYCLEylAsAbu86Axl6HTxrwdlW11xT2F1xs32IYFQ4BahpeKbj0EeqD-RwwXS6DdTCVrg=w2500-h1875-rw-no)
I excavated the back of the scale to admit the tang of the clip, and then attached the scale in the usual way, pinning the tang between the scale and the liner.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/wFBqz3tdGMXll946uYmwJqbdT3kbaYk_IPGH_xRNYVpGJykR3W0V8_3Iry0BizbtM10uWTUmc14arg=w2500-h1875-rw-no)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/h9AtegbP9UZaB2FN4MB2Fz32zKgGAN8b8ommHK6mMhBOWjfNgh75XDqPa6WT_y1fZlL3lysiz9QFnA=w2500-h1875-rw-no)
To ensure a tight fit, I dissolved some of the excavation shavings in a couple drops of MEK to form a plastic paste, and swabbed the rivet recesses in the scale with that before squeezing the scale back onto the knife body. Clamping, heating with a blow dryer, and letting sit overnight followed to ensure a good set to the plastic.
Still, I can think of better ways to secure the clip, like soldering it to the liner, or cutting a custom liner with a long tongue that gets bent over to become the clip.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/OPw2qxmiePfNf5Vy3Kw7kciMVq80R25zOQHKUV_BVhQ-atUgu9F7j8sWrkEC-XCIRVPspIVRlav_kw=w2500-h1875-rw-no)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pO8S_TZ7W-6F_fHFqUAchN8XVGTJf2VOO0HKSDy6mjbBFkKPHE6fJrMsgYyvH6MBYfMDzTrIVa-Ctw=w2500-h1875-rw-no)
Post by: FInixNOver on December 03, 2016, 11:51:30 PM
I'm pretty proud of this. It's my bottle-opener-augmented Executive with a silver deep pocket clip.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/PAEVtm1GtEYCLEylAsAbu86Axl6HTxrwdlW11xT2F1xs32IYFQ4BahpeKbj0EeqD-RwwXS6DdTCVrg=w2500-h1875-rw-no)
I excavated the back of the scale to admit the tang of the clip, and then attached the scale in the usual way, pinning the tang between the scale and the liner.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/wFBqz3tdGMXll946uYmwJqbdT3kbaYk_IPGH_xRNYVpGJykR3W0V8_3Iry0BizbtM10uWTUmc14arg=w2500-h1875-rw-no)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/h9AtegbP9UZaB2FN4MB2Fz32zKgGAN8b8ommHK6mMhBOWjfNgh75XDqPa6WT_y1fZlL3lysiz9QFnA=w2500-h1875-rw-no)
To ensure a tight fit, I dissolved some of the excavation shavings in a couple drops of MEK to form a plastic paste, and swabbed the rivet recesses in the scale with that before squeezing the scale back onto the knife body. Clamping, heating with a blow dryer, and letting sit overnight followed to ensure a good set to the plastic.
Still, I can think of better ways to secure the clip, like soldering it to the liner, or cutting a custom liner with a long tongue that gets bent over to become the clip.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/OPw2qxmiePfNf5Vy3Kw7kciMVq80R25zOQHKUV_BVhQ-atUgu9F7j8sWrkEC-XCIRVPspIVRlav_kw=w2500-h1875-rw-no)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pO8S_TZ7W-6F_fHFqUAchN8XVGTJf2VOO0HKSDy6mjbBFkKPHE6fJrMsgYyvH6MBYfMDzTrIVa-Ctw=w2500-h1875-rw-no)
:drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
Awesome work!!
Post by: Bob Wolfson on December 04, 2016, 08:33:30 PM
:drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
Awesome work!!
Thank you!
Post by: Poncho65 on December 05, 2016, 02:37:40 AM
I'll finally join in on the fun here with something more substantial than a scale swap. This knife started its life as a discounted Huntsman but the scissors got reground to fit in my EDC and since then it's been a pile of parts.
I gifted a Classic to a friend for her birthday recently but when she had a walk in the woods planned she asked me for something a bit bigger.Show contentThat's what she said...I handed her a Ranger and after that she wanted something for herself. So I built a Camper from what I had laying around.
The peening is not very good and I had really made a mess of things when I disassembled the knife but I plan on epoxying the scales anyway so I don't mind so much. The snap is there as well so I hope the recipient will be happy
(https://www.dropbox.com/s/r4uheacv7ast8w0/20161130_232146-2064x1161.jpg?raw=1)
Would love to see some pics of it :cheers: Even if it is finished product only shots :tu: :like: :like: :like:
I threw this picture up in the Spirit Challenge but there wasn't much to it really. All the parts where there and I only had to place them properly (it helped that I photographed the taking apart stage). I bought a cheap 100g ball peen hammer and took my time checking for gaps (by wiggling the tools slightly). Highly recommended for anyone who finds themselves with too many tools n their SAK really.
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/58245811/Multitool.org%20-%20Pictures/20161202_214622-2064x1161.jpg)
Thanks for that 42 :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Post by: Poncho65 on December 05, 2016, 02:38:09 AM
:drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
Awesome work!!
Thank you!
Good looking work Bob :like: :like:
Post by: Poncho65 on December 05, 2016, 02:38:45 AM
:nanadance: :nanadance:
Post by: hulk. on December 05, 2016, 10:16:27 AM
The parcel hook is also pry bar/ flat screwdriver http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,5287.msg1365950.html#msg1365950
The corkscrew was replaced by awl.
Other tools: scissors, blade and... fork :rofl:
I do not know if it's feasible.
But there is little to be something to do on the heel of the hook to avoid the right left movement.
The mod is nice the fork makes smile
Post by: WWW on December 31, 2016, 09:50:25 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOLuFd4PlqU
Post by: Poncho65 on December 31, 2016, 11:03:54 PM
Not mine but pretty sweet. I don't think I saw this one over here.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOLuFd4PlqU
Pretty cool mod on that SAK :o :like: :like:
Post by: Sunshineinwinter on January 03, 2017, 10:57:38 AM
wanted to make interchangeable scales from wood for my Executive. A change of the liners was necessary, now they are from thick brass, the scales are screwed on. They are of Red Shisham.
(http://up.picr.de/27906347dw.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/27906360hs.jpg)
Post by: Poncho65 on January 04, 2017, 10:46:12 PM
Hello,
wanted to make interchangeable scales from wood for my Executive. A change of the liners was necessary, now they are from thick brass, the scales are screwed on. They are of Red Shisham.
(http://up.picr.de/27906347dw.jpg)
(http://up.picr.de/27906360hs.jpg)
Those are awesome looking Sunshine :o :like: :like:
Post by: hiraethus on January 12, 2017, 12:22:50 PM
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/375/31453343873_00bc9dd16d_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/PVqBji)
Used a file spring that can accept a back tool and fitted the flat driver instead of the chisel. No nail file hook on this one, unfortunately.
Post by: Oxford_Guy on January 12, 2017, 09:10:33 PM
I recently traded a Grand Prix mod with Gareth but decided I missed it so built another.
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/375/31453343873_00bc9dd16d_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/PVqBji)
Used a file spring that can accept a back tool and fitted the flat driver instead of the chisel. No nail file hook on this one, unfortunately.
Love this! I've been considering buying an actual vintage Grand Prix (with the fine driver on the back of the file, it won't have the hook, though), really like the tool combo on this
Post by: Poncho65 on January 12, 2017, 09:15:23 PM
I recently traded a Grand Prix mod with Gareth but decided I missed it so built another.
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/375/31453343873_00bc9dd16d_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/PVqBji)
Used a file spring that can accept a back tool and fitted the flat driver instead of the chisel. No nail file hook on this one, unfortunately.
Love this! I've been considering buying an actual vintage Grand Prix (with the fine driver on the back of the file, it won't have the hook, though), really like the tool combo on this
+1 That is a really nice mod Hi :tu: :like: :like: :like:
Post by: jaya_man on January 13, 2017, 01:52:25 AM
+2 :like:I recently traded a Grand Prix mod with Gareth but decided I missed it so built another.
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/375/31453343873_00bc9dd16d_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/PVqBji)
Used a file spring that can accept a back tool and fitted the flat driver instead of the chisel. No nail file hook on this one, unfortunately.
Love this! I've been considering buying an actual vintage Grand Prix (with the fine driver on the back of the file, it won't have the hook, though), really like the tool combo on this
+1 That is a really nice mod Hi :tu: :like: :like: :like:
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Post by: redneckbear on January 19, 2017, 09:14:57 PM
I would say the screws make it much easier. I have no experience with pin work, but it sounds like a bit of a pain to me. This was the first tweak I've done, and had no issue with it.What screws are that, pls? I'd like to do some modding of my own and using screws seems to be much easier than the pins ... :)
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Post by: Fortytwo on January 19, 2017, 09:29:53 PM
I would say the screws make it much easier. I have no experience with pin work, but it sounds like a bit of a pain to me. This was the first tweak I've done, and had no issue with it.What screws are that, pls? I'd like to do some modding of my own and using screws seems to be much easier than the pins ... :)
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Those are what Syph007 uses, I think he mentioned his secret in And so it begins.... (My adventures into Alox!). They are not necessarily any easier than pins however, at least not if you're modding for your own use, since it requires drilling out the rather hard tools to make them fit. I believe they are 1/8" instead of the standard 2.2 & 2.5 mm but I'm not certain.
Post by: redneckbear on January 19, 2017, 09:33:54 PM
I would say the screws make it much easier. I have no experience with pin work, but it sounds like a bit of a pain to me. This was the first tweak I've done, and had no issue with it.What screws are that, pls? I'd like to do some modding of my own and using screws seems to be much easier than the pins ... :)
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Those are what Syph007 uses, I think he mentioned his secret in And so it begins.... (My adventures into Alox!). They are not necessarily any easier than pins however, at least not if you're modding for your own use, since it requires drilling out the rather hard tools to make them fit. I believe they are 1/8" instead of the standard 2.2 & 2.5 mm but I'm not certain.
Oh, drilling out the tools? I don't want to do that ... :o
Thanks for your answer! :)
Post by: Fortytwo on January 19, 2017, 09:37:29 PM
I would say the screws make it much easier. I have no experience with pin work, but it sounds like a bit of a pain to me. This was the first tweak I've done, and had no issue with it.What screws are that, pls? I'd like to do some modding of my own and using screws seems to be much easier than the pins ... :)
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Those are what Syph007 uses, I think he mentioned his secret in And so it begins.... (My adventures into Alox!). They are not necessarily any easier than pins however, at least not if you're modding for your own use, since it requires drilling out the rather hard tools to make them fit. I believe they are 1/8" instead of the standard 2.2 & 2.5 mm but I'm not certain.
Oh, drilling out the tools? I don't want to do that ... :o
Thanks for your answer! :)
If you can source the pinstock or if you are only planning on removing layers the actual work is not that difficult (although it's preferable to work with Cellidor since that hides any imperfections).
Post by: Monrogue on January 20, 2017, 01:52:08 AM
I think T6 torx :think:I would say the screws make it much easier. I have no experience with pin work, but it sounds like a bit of a pain to me. This was the first tweak I've done, and had no issue with it.What screws are that, pls? I'd like to do some modding of my own and using screws seems to be much easier than the pins ... :)
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Post by: timganev on January 20, 2017, 10:17:53 AM
I started this mod with 84mm Waiter, 91mm scissors with parcel hook (the parcel hook was already modded to pry bar) and aluminum plate from ancient hard drive ;)
Post by: timganev on January 20, 2017, 10:18:32 AM
Whit the new scales I assembled back the Water and started the scissors spring mod
Post by: timganev on January 20, 2017, 10:19:44 AM
With the scales) and a cross on the scales :D
Post by: shibafu on January 20, 2017, 11:07:09 AM
Post by: jaya_man on January 20, 2017, 11:22:10 AM
Post by: Oxford_Guy on January 20, 2017, 08:10:29 PM
Post by: magentus on January 20, 2017, 10:00:29 PM
Post by: jaya_man on January 26, 2017, 07:35:58 PM
A simple hack to morph it into a Trail Guide with a fine screw driver on the back of the metal file. This is actually my first mod for 2017.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170126/2ea263c80b351e874cf6e2ee56c70a9b.jpg)
It is now on its way to my friend to serve edc duties. :cheers:
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Post by: theredel on February 02, 2017, 06:34:35 AM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0I80kX9oF8
Post by: Ron Who on February 02, 2017, 08:58:29 AM
Another fatman I maded:
I like what you did there! I also have a question about the fork. The answer may be in the video but my PC doesn't have sound, so: Is that a Mikov fork? And what kind of spring is it on? Do you think it could be fitted in a 84 mm knife?
Post by: theredel on February 02, 2017, 11:12:27 PM
I like what you did there! I also have a question about the fork. The answer may be in the video but my PC doesn't have sound, so: Is that a Mikov fork? And what kind of spring is it on? Do you think it could be fitted in a 84 mm knife?Yes, it is Mikov, spring is from Victorinox, I don't remember from which tool (yes, I have big mess in my pocket knife parts) :-)
84 mm: maybe with huge regrind, and drilling hole for pin in completely different place, bcs this fork is quite big.
If you live in Germany / Austria, maybe you can find polish knife Gerlach with fork, it's lot closer to 84 mm size.
Or maybe form from Richartz, but I'm not so sure...
Post by: fong on February 24, 2017, 03:37:23 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170224/c0dc30060aba574c23455cff1e104033.jpg)
SAK,My first modding is compact tinker with ecoline acale,I chose it because it was quite nice with minor scratches
Post by: magentus on February 24, 2017, 04:00:48 PM
The new apology join. regular discussions on local forums.Welcome fong! :cheers:
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SAK,My first modding is compact tinker with ecoline acale,I chose it because it was quite nice with minor scratches
Post by: fong on February 24, 2017, 04:11:00 PM
The new apology join. regular discussions on local forums.Welcome fong! :cheers:
SAK,My first modding is compact tinker with ecoline acale,I chose it because it was quite nice with minor scratches
Thanks magentus 😊
Post by: jaya_man on February 24, 2017, 04:57:11 PM
The new apology join. regular discussions on local forums.Welcome to the forums Fong... So, what do you call a Yeoman with WS+MS? :pok:
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Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 24, 2017, 05:36:03 PM
JR
Post by: fong on February 24, 2017, 06:42:04 PM
Welcome to the forums Fong... So, what do you call a Yeoman with WS+MS? :pok:
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Hi...
Yeoman with WS+MS, I kept calling with cutmaster
Post by: fong on February 24, 2017, 06:43:48 PM
Nice and welcome fong :tu:
JR
thank you speech. glad to know you
Post by: jaya_man on March 06, 2017, 09:09:33 AM
Since I recently got a Minichamp fodder, I took some time over the weekend to disassemble it and make a version 2. And here it is. Now there's only 1 nail file and a ruler/flat sd. Also rounded off a bit the scissor tips.
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Here's a side by side comparison.
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Post by: Don Pablo on March 06, 2017, 09:19:25 AM
Post by: jaya_man on March 06, 2017, 09:22:00 AM
Very nice. :tu:Thanks Pablo :cheers:
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Post by: timganev on March 06, 2017, 11:30:02 AM
https://youtu.be/rDs6n9NBv_U
Post by: Little Tinker on March 26, 2017, 11:38:26 PM
Post by: Little Tinker on March 26, 2017, 11:40:50 PM
Post by: T14 on April 04, 2017, 04:50:38 PM
I've cobbled together a scientist from champion + compact leftovers. The old plus scales are attached temporarily while I wait for the mailman to bring me ruby replacements.
Next project will be a bladeless craftsman. (Perfect manbag companion to the pocketable scientist)
Post by: magentus on April 04, 2017, 04:59:09 PM
Post by: jaya_man on April 04, 2017, 05:29:49 PM
Looking good, Gents :tu:Awesome... looks period correct as well... :like:
I've cobbled together a scientist from champion + compact leftovers. The old plus scales are attached temporarily while I wait for the mailman to bring me ruby replacements.
Next project will be a bladeless craftsman. (Perfect manbag companion to the pocketabe scientist)
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Post by: timganev on April 07, 2017, 06:13:08 PM
https://youtu.be/L0iLmkGCwuM
Post by: jaya_man on April 11, 2017, 04:39:09 AM
It doesn't have a name yet and will give Poncho the honors since he's building a similar one.
It's kinda like an Expedition Lite minus the LED, a ranger with inline phillips, a woodsman with metal saw, or a modeler with wood saw... :cheers:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170411/f96d646ac5071334e4ca27b6300ac73d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170411/18f43dd33c26200194e3e78c77b39d75.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170411/9b2c9c57e685951f5841a603b8ac281c.jpg)
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Post by: T14 on April 11, 2017, 01:05:11 PM
And the modeller plus is pure sex Jaya. GJ :gimme:
Post by: magentus on April 11, 2017, 01:19:23 PM
Restoration and wood scales of 85mm WengerFantastic vid Tim - lovely scales too. :cheers:
https://youtu.be/L0iLmkGCwuM
Post by: magentus on April 11, 2017, 01:20:20 PM
Recently found the time to complete this build... Dismantled a Swisschamp and took out the fish scaler and pliers, replaced the small blade with an inline awl and replaced the multi-purpose hook with that from a Compact...Excellent mod J-Man! Nice to see more Cellidors with in-line awls! :cheers:
It doesn't have a name yet and will give Poncho the honors since he's building a similar one.
It's kinda like an Expedition Lite minus the LED, a ranger with inline phillips, a woodsman with metal saw, or a modeler with wood saw... :cheers:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170411/f96d646ac5071334e4ca27b6300ac73d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170411/18f43dd33c26200194e3e78c77b39d75.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170411/9b2c9c57e685951f5841a603b8ac281c.jpg)
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Post by: jaya_man on April 11, 2017, 01:41:29 PM
Great job on the Wenger tim. The video work is gorgeous :like:Thanks T14 :cheers:
And the modeller plus is pure sex Jaya. GJ :gimme:
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Post by: Toolslinger on April 11, 2017, 01:43:08 PM
It's a not-quite Champion as it's missing the scaler. Very usable tool set on that one. :cheers:
Post by: jaya_man on April 11, 2017, 01:43:16 PM
Thanks Mags... Figured Pikachu needs a friend... plus it's just a shame this magnificent tools is just sitting in my parts box :cheers:Recently found the time to complete this build... Dismantled a Swisschamp and took out the fish scaler and pliers, replaced the small blade with an inline awl and replaced the multi-purpose hook with that from a Compact...Excellent mod J-Man! Nice to see more Cellidors with in-line awls! :cheers:
It doesn't have a name yet and will give Poncho the honors since he's building a similar one.
It's kinda like an Expedition Lite minus the LED, a ranger with inline phillips, a woodsman with metal saw, or a modeler with wood saw... :cheers:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170411/f96d646ac5071334e4ca27b6300ac73d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170411/18f43dd33c26200194e3e78c77b39d75.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170411/9b2c9c57e685951f5841a603b8ac281c.jpg)
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Post by: jaya_man on April 11, 2017, 01:44:22 PM
Looks good!Ah yes, a champion without the scaler... :cheers:
It's a not-quite Champion as it's missing the scaler. Very usable tool set on that one. :cheers:
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Post by: timganev on April 19, 2017, 11:07:02 AM
Great job on the Wenger tim. The video work is gorgeous :like:
Fantastic vid Tim - lovely scales too. :cheers:
Thank you!
Post by: zoidberg on April 19, 2017, 11:39:33 AM
Post by: glenfiddich1983 on April 20, 2017, 03:57:28 PM
Recently found the time to complete this build... Dismantled a Swisschamp and took out the fish scaler and pliers, replaced the small blade with an inline awl and replaced the multi-purpose hook with that from a Compact...
It doesn't have a name yet and will give Poncho the honors since he's building a similar one.
It's kinda like an Expedition Lite minus the LED, a ranger with inline phillips, a woodsman with metal saw, or a modeler with wood saw... :cheers:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170411/f96d646ac5071334e4ca27b6300ac73d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170411/18f43dd33c26200194e3e78c77b39d75.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170411/9b2c9c57e685951f5841a603b8ac281c.jpg)
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:like: :like:
Post by: jaya_man on April 20, 2017, 04:06:04 PM
Thanks Glen :cheers:Recently found the time to complete this build... Dismantled a Swisschamp and took out the fish scaler and pliers, replaced the small blade with an inline awl and replaced the multi-purpose hook with that from a Compact...
It doesn't have a name yet and will give Poncho the honors since he's building a similar one.
It's kinda like an Expedition Lite minus the LED, a ranger with inline phillips, a woodsman with metal saw, or a modeler with wood saw... :cheers:
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Post by: Kampfer on April 20, 2017, 09:43:59 PM
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=71699.0;attach=314590;image)
Post by: fong on April 23, 2017, 02:15:47 AM
The opening magnet is made into a bead.
I use a mini tinker by replacing the small blade with the combo tool.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/3e5809d98855abff757e4ac29a201ba5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/849ba1f900b6c860a6d7a611fb85e037.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/1dd56b5da2d77dcb2fcf99af0d102dda.jpg)
Post by: MusicMen on April 23, 2017, 02:29:33 AM
Combining motorcycle key into SAK, hand scale using wood with grafir.Looks awesome! :tu:
The opening magnet is made into a bead.
I use a mini tinker by replacing the small blade with the combo tool.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/3e5809d98855abff757e4ac29a201ba5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/849ba1f900b6c860a6d7a611fb85e037.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/1dd56b5da2d77dcb2fcf99af0d102dda.jpg)
Post by: Don Pablo on April 23, 2017, 08:07:11 AM
^This!! :oCombining motorcycle key into SAK, hand scale using wood with grafir.Looks awesome! :tu:
The opening magnet is made into a bead.
I use a mini tinker by replacing the small blade with the combo tool.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/3e5809d98855abff757e4ac29a201ba5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/849ba1f900b6c860a6d7a611fb85e037.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/1dd56b5da2d77dcb2fcf99af0d102dda.jpg)
Now I want one, has this been done before? :like: :like: :like:
Post by: fong on April 23, 2017, 08:26:28 AM
^This!! :oCombining motorcycle key into SAK, hand scale using wood with grafir.Looks awesome! :tu:
The opening magnet is made into a bead.
I use a mini tinker by replacing the small blade with the combo tool.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/3e5809d98855abff757e4ac29a201ba5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/849ba1f900b6c860a6d7a611fb85e037.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/1dd56b5da2d77dcb2fcf99af0d102dda.jpg)
Now I want one, has this been done before? :like: :like: :like:
Not yet before
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Post by: fong on April 23, 2017, 02:22:39 PM
Thank bro^This!! :oCombining motorcycle key into SAK, hand scale using wood with grafir.Looks awesome! :tu:
The opening magnet is made into a bead.
I use a mini tinker by replacing the small blade with the combo tool.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/3e5809d98855abff757e4ac29a201ba5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/849ba1f900b6c860a6d7a611fb85e037.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/1dd56b5da2d77dcb2fcf99af0d102dda.jpg)
Now I want one, has this been done before? :like: :like: :like:
Not yet before.Combining motorcycle key into SAK, hand scale using wood with grafir.Looks awesome! :tu:
The opening magnet is made into a bead.
I use a mini tinker by replacing the small blade with the combo tool.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/3e5809d98855abff757e4ac29a201ba5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/849ba1f900b6c860a6d7a611fb85e037.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/1dd56b5da2d77dcb2fcf99af0d102dda.jpg)
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Post by: jaya_man on May 01, 2017, 05:22:23 AM
Built this sportsman with scissors and blue nylon scales last week.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170430/04d5209d4baf3cb85122af07744fba9c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170430/00094dd7cf6d131a1a2660b1049493d6.jpg)Nice mod... Kinda reminds me of the Climber small but with file instead of small blade..
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Calling it a SportsClimber? :cheers:
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Post by: Reinier on May 01, 2017, 10:34:18 AM
Nice mod!
Post by: jaya_man on May 01, 2017, 11:19:36 AM
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Post by: jaya_man on May 02, 2017, 05:20:37 PM
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This is the BEFORE shot.
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Post by: kakashi on May 07, 2017, 03:57:15 PM
It seems like a lot of the modders have left or no longer do mods which is a shame. Please PM me if you're interested and can give me a quote.
Post by: Mechanickal on May 07, 2017, 04:11:58 PM
I've been away from here for ages due to too much work. I remember seeing this mod and the issues with the modder but I've still wanted to have one made. Is there anyone here who would be interested in doing a similar version? I'll supply the knife, I just want the scales and the screws added. I've considered adding scissors to it but it's not a must have.In that case, we haven't met yet, but I like your style...
It seems like a lot of the modders have left or no longer do mods which is a shame. Please PM me if you're interested and can give me a quote.
Post by: Poncho65 on May 08, 2017, 03:30:51 AM
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4156/34406907236_0f59de3c75_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/UqqoNy)20170504_091858 (https://flic.kr/p/UqqoNy) by Poncho 65 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148903443@N02/), on Flickr
Post by: magentus on May 08, 2017, 11:36:27 AM
Post by: Poncho65 on May 08, 2017, 11:47:53 AM
Gorgeous Poncho (the SAK, not you :D ) :cheers:
Thanks Mags :cheers: I think :think: :D
Post by: Mechanickal on May 08, 2017, 12:25:06 PM
Gorgeous Poncho (the SAK, not you :D ) :cheers:Selfexplainatory...
Post by: timganev on May 09, 2017, 12:33:00 PM
based on 65mm Wenger
Post by: Poncho65 on May 09, 2017, 09:03:26 PM
Gorgeous Poncho (the SAK, not you :D ) :cheers:Selfexplainatory...
:twak:
:D
Post by: Mechanickal on May 09, 2017, 09:24:10 PM
I am someone who likes to poke people in the back a little, though I only seem to do this with people I know, like, apreciate.Gorgeous Poncho (the SAK, not you :D ) :cheers:Selfexplainatory...
:twak:
:D
I've been doing this quite alot around here lately it seems, so this means something for all of you guys and girls out here on MTO...
Post by: Huntsman on May 10, 2017, 12:23:23 AM
This is my Swiss Army Knife Dream Mod BlueprintInteresting Tim - You always come up with good and different stuff :tu:
based on 65mm Wenger
Would you use a Spydie blade to make the blade? Nice idea for the hole.
Love the multifunctional awl nail file etc too :salute:
And the built in fixed SD is a great idea - The British Army Knives always had those!
Post by: zoidberg on May 10, 2017, 12:41:35 AM
This is my Swiss Army Knife Dream Mod BlueprintInteresting Tim - You always come up with good and different stuff :tu:
based on 65mm Wenger
Would you use a Spydie blade to make the blade? Nice idea for the hole.
Love the multifunctional awl nail file etc too :salute:
And the built in fixed SD is a great idea - The British Army Knives always had those!
Personally I wouldn't risk putting the hex driver on the slip joint blade.
On the handle makes more sense to me, won't stress the pin and less likely to close on your hand.
Post by: Huntsman on May 10, 2017, 03:31:44 AM
One thing I never liked about the Wenger Titanium line - Was the hex drivers on the blade - In fact it seemed like a crazy idea to me
- So I am not sure why I am endorsing it here ??? Particularly on a slip joint!!
On the handle is a great idea and ALM and Syph have both done this already - so we have precedent - although not for this size I think :tu:
Post by: zoidberg on May 10, 2017, 04:23:26 AM
Aside from having the bit driver in the handle and reminder arrows on the blade, the Wenger is a purpose built tool.
Do I want wrenches on my edc blade no, on my lightweight run and gun mountaineering blade yes please.
To be more clear, I see two issues re the blade bit driver.
Firstly, I my be aware it can only be used in one direction but others may not.
Secondly, we all make mistakes, especially when under stress like when fixing things.
Given it's a two layer knife and only three slots have been used, why not have a folding bit driver next to the scissors.
Post by: theredel on May 10, 2017, 07:31:57 AM
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Victorinox Climber bladeless
Post by: timganev on May 10, 2017, 05:50:21 PM
Interesting Tim - You always come up with good and different stuff :tu:
Would you use a Spydie blade to make the blade? Nice idea for the hole.
Love the multifunctional awl nail file etc too :salute:
And the built in fixed SD is a great idea - The British Army Knives always had those!
Thank you Huntsman you are correct, the fixed SD is from British Army Knive :)
You also figured out that i used Wenger Titanium for the hex bit idea :)
I have short video of the thought process:
https://youtu.be/5yx08KvwbhA
I is not crazy to put hex bit driver on the blade.
Firstly, you can used it in any direction - just flip the knife. If the we have liner moded in fx SD it must be made from stainless steel - more rigid constitution - no problem with the pin.
Secondly, you can used it with the knife in close position and forced it to stay close with your palm.
For now it is just dream mod - I do not have the tools to cut hexagon shape in hardened steel
Post by: Poncho65 on May 11, 2017, 12:30:37 AM
I am someone who likes to poke people in the back a little, though I only seem to do this with people I know, like, apreciate.Gorgeous Poncho (the SAK, not you :D ) :cheers:Selfexplainatory...
:twak:
:D
I've been doing this quite alot around here lately it seems, so this means something for all of you guys and girls out here on MTO...
I take all you say in jest and try to go with it :D Makes life more fun to not be so serious all the time :tu: :like: Plus it never hurts to make fun of oneself ever now and again, especially if you can get a good laugh out of it and someone else can as well :tu:
Post by: this_is_nascar on May 11, 2017, 02:53:39 PM
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Post by: pfrsantos on May 11, 2017, 05:30:05 PM
I am someone who likes to poke people in the back a little, though I only seem to do this with people I know, like, apreciate.Gorgeous Poncho (the SAK, not you :D ) :cheers:Selfexplainatory...
:twak:
:D
I've been doing this quite alot around here lately it seems, so this means something for all of you guys and girls out here on MTO...
Wait, what?! There are girls here?!
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Post by: Don Pablo on May 11, 2017, 05:34:54 PM
Things are slowly go through, after two months and one laptop mod there is new vic's modEr mate.. Looks like you linked a picture in your cloud account or something? We cant see it. :think:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/YQBmm2yyopKZ0iOwgq5hncM01VacYsEx-3fe_B08CSzgw0FC8CBLQxgzVv2_QOh5D1Lb5Ad74C9Lvw7UqF_4ANujmeVNMK8LOPHGt8zOzayeCnwW_0RMGjL0X8X7IA9q8d3m5rgdW4R-4uNTDLBB1V8KtoyrSmzNZ1nGRkNoEZNmtFUu8HinHWUYupoBg3HPs6zYXqRBRbY93nt_dhPgW0-kJon46y3m9xD4UudRqZDhGtWe3mmSOhZMY-J-5XcLVkvE4Zs3zriCV7fneNYHWh5UfgMsHwkN8-e9CxYBmMLi1tnozwaSuANxO2OiMqe8OpPFvTjrzde6AmdOOoAMDA5gne3_820M-MLmBvrvhTdC9AuRnCdkbVgoIXNb4k_1-rV0aGzvS_a3EAVwFf4qOljgPnFqaekyxziEherRos-3uW6zaoaEu1T1FTL6NelcjZLGknRCFlClnmECQ3LYIyESGDyF3ha5dNZ0D3JUST75TfHd3UA374yvvZZQErhPiB5NTsye9Iqtl4tSW19nmKfMaA92qYeiWvCN1-qoWwCJ844kKephOnePSS61tmS-kIQuzeSFcRANdRHsclWKken7QXlBmfGMmjdvvmNpmKl99m9Avo8NgA=w612-h459-no)
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Post by: Mechanickal on May 11, 2017, 05:44:59 PM
That's what...I am someone who likes to poke people in the back a little, though I only seem to do this with people I know, like, apreciate.Gorgeous Poncho (the SAK, not you :D ) :cheers:Selfexplainatory...
:twak:
:D
I've been doing this quite alot around here lately it seems, so this means something for all of you guys and girls out here on MTO...
Wait, what?! There are girls here?!
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Post by: Don Pablo on May 11, 2017, 06:48:30 PM
HE said!That's what...I am someone who likes to poke people in the back a little, though I only seem to do this with people I know, like, apreciate.Gorgeous Poncho (the SAK, not you :D ) :cheers:Selfexplainatory...
:twak:
:D
I've been doing this quite alot around here lately it seems, so this means something for all of you guys and girls out here on MTO...
Wait, what?! There are girls here?!
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Post by: Mechanickal on May 11, 2017, 09:33:22 PM
We have a winner! :woohoo:HE said!That's what...I am someone who likes to poke people in the back a little, though I only seem to do this with people I know, like, apreciate.Gorgeous Poncho (the SAK, not you :D ) :cheers:Selfexplainatory...
:twak:
:D
I've been doing this quite alot around here lately it seems, so this means something for all of you guys and girls out here on MTO...
Wait, what?! There are girls here?!
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Btw: good evening Pablo, hope you're doing well! :tu:
Post by: theredel on May 12, 2017, 07:52:35 PM
Oh, apologies :P (for me is visible... of course, bcs i'm logged into pic service)Things are slowly go through, after two months and one laptop mod there is new vic's modEr mate.. Looks like you linked a picture in your cloud account or something? We cant see it. :think:
Victorinox Climber bladeless
Maybe YT, I hope it'll visible for everyone:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cy16aGBavJ0
Post by: fong on May 16, 2017, 04:12:45 PM
I call Cyber Trailguide 😂
Hand scale from micarta with laser engraving(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/915e754e19ff1f79bc536bcf5b5bedec.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/8cc1f32bf0daba30073267f6d23bafb4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/bfa29ce88d9ef2b8dd6a87dd0322dab5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/a966f0d2ecd58b4262cb4692bc6e7366.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/2affbb05a03cf047d2edc7ed9a9818eb.jpg)
Post by: Mechanickal on May 16, 2017, 04:33:08 PM
My mod on this week, i made from Compact, Mountainer and CybertoolThat's an awesome piece!
I call Cyber Trailguide 😂
Hand scale from micarta with laser engraving(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/915e754e19ff1f79bc536bcf5b5bedec.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/8cc1f32bf0daba30073267f6d23bafb4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/bfa29ce88d9ef2b8dd6a87dd0322dab5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/a966f0d2ecd58b4262cb4692bc6e7366.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/2affbb05a03cf047d2edc7ed9a9818eb.jpg)
:2tu:
Post by: fong on May 16, 2017, 04:38:46 PM
Thanks bro🍻My mod on this week, i made from Compact, Mountainer and CybertoolThat's an awesome piece!
I call Cyber Trailguide 😂
Hand scale from micarta with laser engraving(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/915e754e19ff1f79bc536bcf5b5bedec.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/8cc1f32bf0daba30073267f6d23bafb4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/bfa29ce88d9ef2b8dd6a87dd0322dab5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/a966f0d2ecd58b4262cb4692bc6e7366.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/2affbb05a03cf047d2edc7ed9a9818eb.jpg)
:2tu:
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Post by: magentus on May 17, 2017, 10:09:47 AM
Post by: glenfiddich1983 on May 17, 2017, 11:10:19 AM
My mod on this week, i made from Compact, Mountainer and Cybertool
I call Cyber Trailguide 😂
Hand scale from micarta with laser engraving(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/915e754e19ff1f79bc536bcf5b5bedec.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/8cc1f32bf0daba30073267f6d23bafb4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/bfa29ce88d9ef2b8dd6a87dd0322dab5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/a966f0d2ecd58b4262cb4692bc6e7366.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/2affbb05a03cf047d2edc7ed9a9818eb.jpg)
Very cool mod, love the scales! :like:
Post by: fong on May 17, 2017, 11:16:12 AM
Fantastic mod Fong :cheers: Lovely scales too - What do you think of the micarta? :salute:Thanks bro. Micarta is name of the material. You can find ob google 😁
Thanks bro 🍻My mod on this week, i made from Compact, Mountainer and Cybertool
I call Cyber Trailguide 😂
Hand scale from micarta with laser engraving(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/915e754e19ff1f79bc536bcf5b5bedec.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/8cc1f32bf0daba30073267f6d23bafb4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/bfa29ce88d9ef2b8dd6a87dd0322dab5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/a966f0d2ecd58b4262cb4692bc6e7366.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170516/2affbb05a03cf047d2edc7ed9a9818eb.jpg)
Very cool mod, love the scales! :like:
Post by: Poncho65 on May 17, 2017, 12:35:39 PM
Post by: timganev on May 24, 2017, 04:39:25 PM
My mod on this week, i made from Compact, Mountainer and Cybertool
I call Cyber Trailguide
Hand scale from micarta with laser engraving
Very nice, I like the scales. I wish I have accesses to CNC and Laser
Last week I also made small scales mod - 84 mm plus scales on Victorinox Waiter
Post by: jaya_man on May 26, 2017, 03:51:54 AM
Unfortunately, I won't be able to EDC this baby for this month as I'm participating in the official modded sak challenge...
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Maybe I should call it Ti Minichamp+... :think:
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Post by: Poncho65 on May 26, 2017, 04:06:00 AM
Post by: jaya_man on May 26, 2017, 05:56:21 AM
Awesome mod jaya :like: :like:Thanks Poncho :cheers:
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Post by: magentus on May 26, 2017, 10:43:02 AM
Post by: jaya_man on May 26, 2017, 10:49:32 AM
Sweet sweet mod JMan :cheers:Thanks Mags... Now I just need to mod a copper version to complete my themed mod set :facepalm:
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Post by: magentus on May 26, 2017, 11:15:42 AM
Post by: jaya_man on May 26, 2017, 01:22:38 PM
What will you get etched on the Ti one? Any ideas yet? :pok:Same as on the brass... am making a series
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Post by: pfrsantos on May 26, 2017, 04:14:44 PM
Sweet sweet mod JMan :cheers:
Dude dude mod JayaM :drink:
Post by: jaya_man on May 26, 2017, 05:00:49 PM
Thanks pfrsantos :cheers:Sweet sweet mod JMan :cheers:
Dude dude mod JayaM :drink:
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Post by: fong on June 08, 2017, 12:19:20 AM
Thank timMy mod on this week, i made from Compact, Mountainer and Cybertool
I call Cyber Trailguide
Hand scale from micarta with laser engraving
Very nice, I like the scales. I wish I have accesses to CNC and Laser
Last week I also made small scales mod - 84 mm plus scales on Victorinox Waiter
84 plus, i think its good scale.
Maybe i'll make it too 🍻
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Post by: timganev on June 08, 2017, 09:33:36 AM
Thank tim84mm is my favorite mod platform :)
84 plus, i think its good scale.
Maybe i'll make it too...
I also put plus scales on Recruit then I moded it in Soldier :cheers:
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Post by: AlephZero on June 27, 2017, 05:29:13 PM
Just looking for it, 'cause I just saw Syph's Super Fisherman a while ago and couple of those "Sixpack" models :D
I swear if I was a modder, I'd just spend all my time making those goofy crazy ones :rofl:
Probably it's the reason I'm not... :think:
Post by: timganev on July 02, 2017, 06:37:54 PM
First video is modding Recruit to Soldier (small blade to reamer)
https://youtu.be/483e2njVReg
Second video is adding rope cutter function to the can oppener
https://youtu.be/Mwgugt-PHsE
I plan adding hex bit driver in future video... :D
Post by: Don Pablo on July 02, 2017, 07:11:32 PM
Anyone remember seen a Minichamp mod with just 8 same blades? I know I've seen one and I remember laughing my ass off at it...If I could find a whole bunch of fishermen cheap, I might make me a super fisherman. :dd:
Just looking for it, 'cause I just saw Syph's Super Fisherman a while ago and couple of those "Sixpack" models :D
I swear if I was a modder, I'd just spend all my time making those goofy crazy ones :rofl:
Probably it's the reason I'm not... :think:
With the leftovers, a six pack and a SAK with lots of pointy bits!! :D
Post by: magentus on July 02, 2017, 08:17:59 PM
Post by: jaya_man on July 05, 2017, 06:56:32 AM
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Reprofiled and gave the small blade a somewhat taper point... Supposedly good for carving tight turns...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170705/b3dee9cfcebbb311d746dee5ce536c2a.jpg)
Also gave the cap lifter tip a chisel grind...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170705/22d7331b968887740abf93a5992409c6.jpg)
May grind the keyring holder off if it gets in the way of carving... Will decide on this once I try it out...
Originally made this build to give whittling a try... just couldn't find the time... might try it soon though...
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Post by: magentus on July 05, 2017, 10:04:21 AM
I have one similar, but it's a Recruit so no back tools = comfortable for extended whittling. The chisel tip is really useful, and I did the same to the small driver on the can opener.
I'll get some pics up if I get time. :cheers:
Post by: jaya_man on July 05, 2017, 11:47:31 AM
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Post by: timganev on July 10, 2017, 09:12:25 AM
Great mods as usual TimGanev :cheers: Looking forward to the hex driver :ahhh
This is my mini 84mm Soldier with plus scales - last mod - Hex Bit Driver
https://youtu.be/SfrFjVGg9OE
Post by: Ryan Adney on July 15, 2017, 10:10:28 PM
I have a small 3d printer (Monoprice MP Select Mini) that prints in PLA and ABS. Using a cheap Harbor Freight caliper and TinkerCad online, I came up with a set of new scales for a donor SD that I got for a few dollars. It took a few tries to line up the holes on the scales with the rivets on the knife. Some sandpaper and a little time made up the difference.
It's not a small mod. In fact, it makes the SD really large, but it makes for steadier tool use. As this is the first iteration of the design, I'm still working out details. I need a better way to store the thread and needle, but I love how the buttons are stored. It makes me smile. Each of the holes is a pass-through and you can poke the tweezers through to pop out the button.
Ryan
Post by: Fortytwo on July 16, 2017, 12:38:26 AM
This isn't much of a mod, but I wanted to try adding a small sewing kit to a 58mm SAK. I thought that it should have room for a needle, some thread, three shirt buttons (one which is for the sleeve placket). Also, I didn't want to give up the T&T.
I have a small 3d printer (Monoprice MP Select Mini) that prints in PLA and ABS. Using a cheap Harbor Freight caliper and TinkerCad online, I came up with a set of new scales for a donor SD that I got for a few dollars. It took a few tries to line up the holes on the scales with the rivets on the knife. Some sandpaper and a little time made up the difference.
It's not a small mod. In fact, it makes the SD really large, but it makes for steadier tool use. As this is the first iteration of the design, I'm still working out details. I need a better way to store the thread and needle, but I love how the buttons are stored. It makes me smile. Each of the holes is a pass-through and you can poke the tweezers through to pop out the button.
Ryan
Wow, I threw a Classic in my sewing machine's toolbox since the thread cutter was a bit blunt after about 60 years but you took it to a whole different level, good job!
Post by: Huntsman on July 16, 2017, 01:19:19 AM
This isn't much of a mod, but I wanted to try adding a small sewing kit to a 58mm SAK......Interesting idea Ryan - But I don't quite get it :think:
More pics please - Maybe some close ups
Post by: jaya_man on July 16, 2017, 04:21:48 AM
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Post by: Ryan Adney on July 16, 2017, 04:23:15 PM
This isn't much of a mod, but I wanted to try adding a small sewing kit to a 58mm SAK......Interesting idea Ryan - But I don't quite get it :think:
More pics please - Maybe some close ups
I guess those pictures were a little vague. I've attached a few more along with a see-through from TinkerCad.
The T&T scale has both tools much like the T&T insert that have been used on Alox mods. The difference here is that the insert is now a scale. That left room on the other scale for my sewing kit.
The sewing kit scale itself serves as a spool and the needle is nestled in among the turns of thread. Under the thread is storage for three buttons. The buttons can be poked out with the tweezers. The whole lot is held in place by a flat hair tie. Everything else is bog standard Classic SD.
The final attachment is a see-through version. That might make it clearer. This is a pun.
It's not the most useful mod for a vast majority of SAK lovers, but the idea struck me and it was fun to make. I was a little inspired by the Wegner Bernina knives, but I can't find the small one and the large one is too expensive. I had another idea: If you had an office that was iffy on SAKs you could make the case that it's just a sewing kit.
Post by: Huntsman on July 19, 2017, 01:47:10 AM
The key to understanding it was the whole scale being a spool !!
..... And a 'secret' drawer again !! ;)
I love these real whacky 'thinking-out-of-the-box' mods
Post by: WDY on July 19, 2017, 03:16:14 AM
Post by: FInixNOver on July 31, 2017, 02:18:28 AM
Previously I started with a Pioneer X and an Electrician. Swapped the can opener of the X with the sheepsfoot blade, and ended up with the Pioneer Electrician X, and a Pioneer.
Then I added a pocket clip to it.
Now I had to disassemble all 3, to get all the parts I needed for the final SAK (don't have a name for it yet).
I ended up with the 5 layer SAK I wanted, a single layer SAK, and a few leftover parts.
5 Layer SAK:
- Layer 1
Main blade / awl - Layer 2
Wood saw - Layer 3
Scissors - Layer 4
Sheepfoots blade / Hawkbill blade - Layer 5
Can opener / Bottle opener
Single Layer SAK (still have to peen it - you can see it in the leftovers picture):
- Layer 1
Main blade / awl
Leftovers:
- 2 openers layer springs
- 1 spacer
- 1 set of scales
- 1 Main blade
- 1 Awl
- 2 Bottle openers
Post by: jaya_man on July 31, 2017, 04:12:30 AM
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Post by: m47mu74nt on July 31, 2017, 06:37:22 AM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 31, 2017, 08:14:38 AM
JR
Post by: FInixNOver on July 31, 2017, 09:30:31 PM
Nice, I bet that ways a pretty weight being a five layer, I'd also think it would be a little too big as a pocket clip knife no? But nice job also on the peen..
JR
It weighs in at 134g / 4.7oz. It's 10g heavier than my Deluxe Tinker (125g / 4.4oz) a 4 layer SAK (although one of them is the pliers layer), but it's still marginally thinner, with 20.51mm / 0.808in vs 22.32mm / 0.879in.
For me it's not that heavy, and it's still manageable as a pocket clip knife (not ideal though :D)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 31, 2017, 10:10:44 PM
I don't remember what mine weighed in at, but it's got to be up there with yours, it's a 4/5 layer, at the time I think it was the largest Syph did..Nice, I bet that ways a pretty weight being a five layer, I'd also think it would be a little too big as a pocket clip knife no? But nice job also on the peen..
JR
It weighs in at 134g / 4.7oz. It's 10g heavier than my Deluxe Tinker (125g / 4.4oz) a 4 layer SAK (although one of them is the pliers layer), but it's still marginally thinner, with 20.51mm / 0.808in vs 22.32mm / 0.879in.
For me it's not that heavy, and it's still manageable as a pocket clip knife (not ideal though :D)
JR
Post by: WDY on August 13, 2017, 04:27:31 AM
Post by: WDY on August 13, 2017, 04:37:17 AM
Still wrestling with the camera aspect of all this so the color doesn't come across too well.
Post by: Don Pablo on August 13, 2017, 07:21:01 AM
Post by: Fortytwo on August 13, 2017, 01:28:54 PM
This is a SPARTAN with western black walnut scales (Juglans hindsii) This is also called CLARO walnut with some very wild and lovely grain. I have some "stabilized" material of this same stuff which is pretty interesting. Like, it's basically plastic but looks and works like the real deal, 'cause it IS the real deal! Being a wood nut for many years the jury's out on the plasticized material, but it sure is hard. The scales on this one are fixed with adhesive.
Still wrestling with the camera aspect of all this so the color doesn't come across too well.
Nice knives there! I too was wondering a bit about how the stabilised wood would be to work with and was positively surprised to find that it even took an oil finish more or less exactly how normal wood would.
Post by: El Corkscrew on August 13, 2017, 09:36:16 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on August 14, 2017, 12:03:55 AM
Gifted from Mags. :climber:I can't believe that you have Pikachu... :o
Post by: El Corkscrew on August 14, 2017, 12:53:54 AM
Gifted from Mags. :climber:I can't believe that you have Pikachu... :o
Me neither, it's pretty bad smurf
:tu:
Hopefully Mags is enjoying my former non-mods :-)
Post by: theonew on August 14, 2017, 05:33:53 AM
This is a MECHANIC with cow horn scales, 4 exposed, domed rivets. Was going to do a 3 rivet number with one hidden inside but forgot about it when drilling the scales. Oh well, still worked out good. Thanks be to God
Wow that is beautiful :tu:
Post by: FInixNOver on August 22, 2017, 01:48:53 AM
I also had a Classic Alox in orange that had seen it's fair share of use, and decided that I'd like to have an Alox MiniChamp. I disassembled both and, in the end, I didn't actually need all the tools from the MiniChamp, and ended up with an Alox Vagabond and another SAK with the leftovers (it need some tools from a very old Rambler that was already decommissioned - see picture 1).
Now, I decided it was time to make a change, and while I was at it, I wanted to change the Alox scales with the silver ones from another Classic Alox that I had bought specifically for this mod several months ago (see picture 2).
One thing that I wanted was a USB drive right on my SAK, so, I purchased an USB Signature ??? (model 4.6125.TG64) to integrate with the Alox Vagabond.
So, There you have it, a variation of the Alox Vagabond with a 64GB USB drive (the layout of the tools is purposely not the usual one, since I had to make sure that all tools could be used with the split ring for the lanyard). (see picture 3)
With the leftovers I assembled an Alox Rambler to offer to a friend.
Post by: pfrsantos on August 22, 2017, 07:24:17 PM
The mod below started out as a MiniChamp which I carried for several months.
I also had a Classic Alox in orange that had seen it's fair share of use, and decided that I'd like to have an Alox MiniChamp. I disassembled both and, in the end, I didn't actually need all the tools from the MiniChamp, and ended up with an Alox Vagabond and another SAK with the leftovers (it need some tools from a very old Rambler that was already decommissioned - see picture 1).
Now, I decided it was time to make a change, and while I was at it, I wanted to change the Alox scales with the silver ones from another Classic Alox that I had bought specifically for this mod several months ago (see picture 2).
One thing that I wanted was a USB drive right on my SAK, so, I purchased an USB Signature ??? (model 4.6125.TG64) to integrate with the Alox Vagabond.
So, There you have it, a variation of the Alox Vagabond with a 64GB USB drive (the layout of the tools is purposely not the usual one, since I had to make sure that all tools could be used with the split ring for the lanyard). (see picture 3)
With the leftovers I assembled an Alox Rambler to offer to a friend.
Very cool!
:tu: :tu:
Isn't the SAK too heavy to be used as an USB drive? Doesn't it force the USB drive? You can use it directly in an USB port or do you need a cable?
:think:
Post by: jaya_man on August 22, 2017, 07:57:33 PM
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Post by: FInixNOver on August 23, 2017, 12:42:42 AM
The mod below started out as a MiniChamp which I carried for several months.
I also had a Classic Alox in orange that had seen it's fair share of use, and decided that I'd like to have an Alox MiniChamp. I disassembled both and, in the end, I didn't actually need all the tools from the MiniChamp, and ended up with an Alox Vagabond and another SAK with the leftovers (it need some tools from a very old Rambler that was already decommissioned - see picture 1).
Now, I decided it was time to make a change, and while I was at it, I wanted to change the Alox scales with the silver ones from another Classic Alox that I had bought specifically for this mod several months ago (see picture 2).
One thing that I wanted was a USB drive right on my SAK, so, I purchased an USB Signature ??? (model 4.6125.TG64) to integrate with the Alox Vagabond.
So, There you have it, a variation of the Alox Vagabond with a 64GB USB drive (the layout of the tools is purposely not the usual one, since I had to make sure that all tools could be used with the split ring for the lanyard). (see picture 3)
With the leftovers I assembled an Alox Rambler to offer to a friend.
Very cool!
:tu: :tu:
Isn't the SAK too heavy to be used as an USB drive? Doesn't it force the USB drive? You can use it directly in an USB port or do you need a cable?
:think:
Thanks!! The answer is below. The USB is actually detachable from the SAK.
Nice mod... looking at the pic, usb drive is the removable version... cmiiw :cheers:
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Post by: pfrsantos on August 23, 2017, 01:03:58 PM
The mod below started out as a MiniChamp which I carried for several months.
I also had a Classic Alox in orange that had seen it's fair share of use, and decided that I'd like to have an Alox MiniChamp. I disassembled both and, in the end, I didn't actually need all the tools from the MiniChamp, and ended up with an Alox Vagabond and another SAK with the leftovers (it need some tools from a very old Rambler that was already decommissioned - see picture 1).
Now, I decided it was time to make a change, and while I was at it, I wanted to change the Alox scales with the silver ones from another Classic Alox that I had bought specifically for this mod several months ago (see picture 2).
One thing that I wanted was a USB drive right on my SAK, so, I purchased an USB Signature ??? (model 4.6125.TG64) to integrate with the Alox Vagabond.
So, There you have it, a variation of the Alox Vagabond with a 64GB USB drive (the layout of the tools is purposely not the usual one, since I had to make sure that all tools could be used with the split ring for the lanyard). (see picture 3)
With the leftovers I assembled an Alox Rambler to offer to a friend.
Very cool!
:tu: :tu:
Isn't the SAK too heavy to be used as an USB drive? Doesn't it force the USB drive? You can use it directly in an USB port or do you need a cable?
:think:
Thanks!! The answer is below. The USB is actually detachable from the SAK.Nice mod... looking at the pic, usb drive is the removable version... cmiiw :cheers:
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I have a similar one, but it's the older version, thicker USB. It's detachable, too. I though this wasn't, being so slim.
:salute: :tu:
Post by: FInixNOver on August 25, 2017, 12:25:50 AM
I finally got my hands on a Pioneer Harvester, and decided to mod my SAK (I used to call it Electrician X) yet again, to add the wood saw the hawkbill/pruner blade and the can opener (this one was necessary to complete the set).
Previously I started with a Pioneer X and an Electrician. Swapped the can opener of the X with the sheepsfoot blade, and ended up with the Pioneer Electrician X, and a Pioneer.
Then I added a pocket clip to it.
Now I had to disassemble all 3, to get all the parts I needed for the final SAK (don't have a name for it yet).
I ended up with the 5 layer SAK I wanted, a single layer SAK, and a few leftover parts.
5 Layer SAK:For the fourth layer, I had to use the spring from a main blade layer and also the awl spacer (since the spring is thicker), to make it work, otherwise I could have built 2 single layer SAK's.
- Layer 1
Main blade / awl- Layer 2
Wood saw- Layer 3
Scissors- Layer 4
Sheepsfoot blade / Hawkbill blade- Layer 5
Can opener / Bottle opener
Single Layer SAK (still have to peen it - you can see it in the leftovers picture):
- Layer 1
Main blade / awl
Leftovers:
- 2 openers layer springs
- 1 spacer
- 1 set of scales
- 1 Main blade
- 1 Awl
- 2 Bottle openers
Well, I wasn't completely happy with the fact that there were to many parts leftover (which could potentially be used to build another SAK) from assembling this SAK, and decided to take it apart again, and try to fit the layer 4 (Sheepsfoot blade / Hawkbill blade) with the openers backspring.
It was going well, and seemed it would work until the SAK was peened together... the backspring didn't provide enough tension for one of the blades.
This left me with a tough choice to make. Would I rebuild it back the way it was, or take, yet, another approach?
You know it! It required a bit of bending of the Hawkbill blade, and loosing the awl, but it turned out awlright!! :D
I now have a 4 layer Alox SAK, which is now thinner and lighter (111g / 3.9oz), and was able to put together a Solo variation with awl, and a Pioneer.
Current Layout:
- Layer 1
Main blade / Hawkbill blade - Layer 2
Wood saw - Layer 3
Scissors - Layer 4
Sheepsfoot blade / Bottle opener
Post by: strmliner on August 25, 2017, 02:53:39 AM
I finally got my hands on a Pioneer Harvester, and decided to mod my SAK (I used to call it Electrician X) yet again, to add the wood saw the hawkbill/pruner blade and the can opener (this one was necessary to complete the set).
Previously I started with a Pioneer X and an Electrician. Swapped the can opener of the X with the sheepsfoot blade, and ended up with the Pioneer Electrician X, and a Pioneer.
Then I added a pocket clip to it.
Now I had to disassemble all 3, to get all the parts I needed for the final SAK (don't have a name for it yet).
I ended up with the 5 layer SAK I wanted, a single layer SAK, and a few leftover parts.
5 Layer SAK:For the fourth layer, I had to use the spring from a main blade layer and also the awl spacer (since the spring is thicker), to make it work, otherwise I could have built 2 single layer SAK's.
- Layer 1
Main blade / awl- Layer 2
Wood saw- Layer 3
Scissors- Layer 4
Sheepsfoot blade / Hawkbill blade- Layer 5
Can opener / Bottle opener
Single Layer SAK (still have to peen it - you can see it in the leftovers picture):
- Layer 1
Main blade / awl
Leftovers:
- 2 openers layer springs
- 1 spacer
- 1 set of scales
- 1 Main blade
- 1 Awl
- 2 Bottle openers
Well, I wasn't completely happy with the fact that there were to many parts leftover (which could potentially be used to build another SAK) from assembling this SAK, and decided to take it apart again, and try to fit the layer 4 (Sheepsfoot blade / Hawkbill blade) with the openers backspring.
It was going well, and seemed it would work until the SAK was peened together... the backspring didn't provide enough tension for one of the blades.
This left me with a tough choice to make. Would I rebuild it back the way it was, or take, yet, another approach?
You know it! It required a bit of bending of the Hawkbill blade, and loosing the awl, but it turned out awlright!! :D
I now have a 4 layer Alox SAK, which is now thinner and lighter (111g / 3.9oz), and was able to put together a Solo variation with awl, and a Pioneer.
Current Layout:
- Layer 1
Main blade / Hawkbill blade- Layer 2
Wood saw- Layer 3
Scissors- Layer 4
Sheepsfoot blade / Bottle opener
:like:
Post by: jaya_man on August 25, 2017, 03:43:44 AM
+1 :like:I finally got my hands on a Pioneer Harvester, and decided to mod my SAK (I used to call it Electrician X) yet again, to add the wood saw the hawkbill/pruner blade and the can opener (this one was necessary to complete the set).
Previously I started with a Pioneer X and an Electrician. Swapped the can opener of the X with the sheepsfoot blade, and ended up with the Pioneer Electrician X, and a Pioneer.
Then I added a pocket clip to it.
Now I had to disassemble all 3, to get all the parts I needed for the final SAK (don't have a name for it yet).
I ended up with the 5 layer SAK I wanted, a single layer SAK, and a few leftover parts.
5 Layer SAK:For the fourth layer, I had to use the spring from a main blade layer and also the awl spacer (since the spring is thicker), to make it work, otherwise I could have built 2 single layer SAK's.
- Layer 1
Main blade / awl- Layer 2
Wood saw- Layer 3
Scissors- Layer 4
Sheepsfoot blade / Hawkbill blade- Layer 5
Can opener / Bottle opener
Single Layer SAK (still have to peen it - you can see it in the leftovers picture):
- Layer 1
Main blade / awl
Leftovers:
- 2 openers layer springs
- 1 spacer
- 1 set of scales
- 1 Main blade
- 1 Awl
- 2 Bottle openers
Well, I wasn't completely happy with the fact that there were to many parts leftover (which could potentially be used to build another SAK) from assembling this SAK, and decided to take it apart again, and try to fit the layer 4 (Sheepsfoot blade / Hawkbill blade) with the openers backspring.
It was going well, and seemed it would work until the SAK was peened together... the backspring didn't provide enough tension for one of the blades.
This left me with a tough choice to make. Would I rebuild it back the way it was, or take, yet, another approach?
You know it! It required a bit of bending of the Hawkbill blade, and loosing the awl, but it turned out awlright!! :D
I now have a 4 layer Alox SAK, which is now thinner and lighter (111g / 3.9oz), and was able to put together a Solo variation with awl, and a Pioneer.
Current Layout:
- Layer 1
Main blade / Hawkbill blade- Layer 2
Wood saw- Layer 3
Scissors- Layer 4
Sheepsfoot blade / Bottle opener
:like:
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Post by: timganev on August 27, 2017, 04:49:41 PM
:cheers:
https://youtu.be/Qk5rUUwuWs8
Post by: El Corkscrew on August 27, 2017, 07:19:18 PM
Post by: timganev on August 27, 2017, 07:21:57 PM
:like: :tu:
If it was for me ::) Thank you!
Post by: Hoàng Lê on August 27, 2017, 07:23:54 PM
Post by: Mechanickal on August 27, 2017, 08:25:16 PM
Does anyone know how to coat the victorinox's blade black, I've tried the FeCl3 solution as a test and it didn't work. Sorry for my bad english :DI've red an article a few months ago explaining a blackening process with some simple chemicals.
I'll see if I can find it again.
Post by: Mechanickal on August 27, 2017, 08:27:12 PM
Found!Does anyone know how to coat the victorinox's blade black, I've tried the FeCl3 solution as a test and it didn't work. Sorry for my bad english :DI've red an article a few months ago explaining a blackening process with some simple chemicals.
I'll see if I can find it again.
Bookmarked it back then it seems.
http://www.homemodelenginemachinist.com/showthread.php?t=2401
Post by: Huntsman on August 27, 2017, 10:48:18 PM
Swiss Army Knife Geisha MOD
Tim - Nice mod once again - Thanks for posting.
But you did not tell us what the imsges are ???
Is it some sort of transfer or just reguular images prnted on your home printer and the epoxy pulls out the ink?
Post by: timganev on August 27, 2017, 10:57:44 PM
Tim - Nice mod once again - Thanks for posting.
But you did not tell us what the imsges are ???
Is it some sort of transfer or just reguular images prnted on your home printer and the epoxy pulls out the ink?
Thanks! It was regular Ink the epoxy do the trick.
Post by: Hoàng Lê on August 28, 2017, 02:14:01 AM
Thanks, you just saved the day :ahhh :ahhhFound!Does anyone know how to coat the victorinox's blade black, I've tried the FeCl3 solution as a test and it didn't work. Sorry for my bad english :DI've red an article a few months ago explaining a blackening process with some simple chemicals.
I'll see if I can find it again.
Bookmarked it back then it seems.
http://www.homemodelenginemachinist.com/showthread.php?t=2401
Post by: Mechanickal on August 28, 2017, 12:15:03 PM
:salute:Thanks, you just saved the day :ahhh :ahhhFound!Does anyone know how to coat the victorinox's blade black, I've tried the FeCl3 solution as a test and it didn't work. Sorry for my bad english :DI've red an article a few months ago explaining a blackening process with some simple chemicals.
I'll see if I can find it again.
Bookmarked it back then it seems.
http://www.homemodelenginemachinist.com/showthread.php?t=2401
No problem
Post by: crackout on September 02, 2017, 02:57:07 PM
Post by: El Corkscrew on September 02, 2017, 10:43:42 PM
Threw together a 'new' Alex Rambler for my keychain. :angel::like: :like:
:gimme:
I need someone to do this for me with the scales from this classic.... Maybe if I search I'll find someone... ::)
Post by: AimlessWanderer on September 02, 2017, 10:50:19 PM
Post by: jaya_man on September 03, 2017, 04:37:45 AM
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Post by: magentus on September 10, 2017, 09:33:42 PM
Post by: jaya_man on September 12, 2017, 04:54:58 PM
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Post by: magentus on September 12, 2017, 05:00:04 PM
Ahem, It's 'I am one with the force and the force is with me'
Sorry to be pedantic but this is serious stuff.
Post by: jaya_man on September 12, 2017, 05:02:06 PM
Lovely work J ManI stand corrected oh Master :cheers:
Ahem, It's 'I am one with the force and the force is with me'
Sorry to be pedantic but this is serious stuff.
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Post by: pfrsantos on September 12, 2017, 05:16:36 PM
Lovely work J Man
Ahem, It's 'I am one with the force and the force is with me'
Sorry to be pedantic but this is serious stuff.
You're right!
Show content
You have to know your quotes!
Show content
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:whistle:
:whistle:
Post by: jaya_man on September 12, 2017, 05:17:34 PM
:rofl:Lovely work J Man
Ahem, It's 'I am one with the force and the force is with me'
Sorry to be pedantic but this is serious stuff.
You're right!Show contentYou have to know your quotes!Show content(http://www.kirstenjhansen.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/UseTheForceHarry.jpg)
:whistle:
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Post by: jaya_man on September 15, 2017, 04:47:44 PM
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Post by: m47mu74nt on September 15, 2017, 05:17:09 PM
Not really a SAK mod... but a simple mod to the mini sd... A friend did this and I wanted to try it myself just out of curiosity... An LM mini/eye glass bit replaced the standard one...
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nice!
a few questions :
- how did you remove the vic one from its handle?
- is it reversible (I mean can you switch the screwdriver from Phillips to flat at will)?
Post by: jaya_man on September 15, 2017, 06:55:09 PM
Thanks Mat.Not really a SAK mod... but a simple mod to the mini sd... A friend did this and I wanted to try it myself just out of curiosity... An LM mini/eye glass bit replaced the standard one...
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nice!
a few questions :
- how did you remove the vic one from its handle?
- is it reversible (I mean can you switch the screwdriver from Phillips to flat at will)?
I just pulled it using regular pliers... yes it is reversible... :cheers:
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Post by: crackout on September 15, 2017, 11:31:44 PM
Post by: Huntsman on September 16, 2017, 12:47:51 AM
Re Mini SD mod: This is another one of those 'Hello Victorinox' :pok: moments from MTo
Post by: crackout on September 16, 2017, 01:26:58 AM
Nice Crackout - Is that a Vic 75mm but with some Wenger parts ???Yep.
Post by: ironraven on September 16, 2017, 05:20:10 AM
I just pulled it using regular pliers... yes it is reversible... :cheers:
No heat or anything, just pull. Oh my... I think I've got spares of all of that.
Post by: jaya_man on September 16, 2017, 05:22:24 AM
Yup... I didn't apply any heat... :cheers:I just pulled it using regular pliers... yes it is reversible... :cheers:
No heat or anything, just pull. Oh my... I think I've got spares of all of that.
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Post by: timganev on September 17, 2017, 05:10:54 PM
Not really a SAK mod... but a simple mod to the mini sd... A friend did this and I wanted to try it myself just out of curiosity... An LM mini/eye glass bit replaced the standard one...
Nice I was thinking for similar mod for some time and yesterday I made this:
https://youtu.be/Sf67Vv5MhHs
Post by: El Corkscrew on September 17, 2017, 05:12:29 PM
Post by: jaya_man on September 17, 2017, 05:14:58 PM
That would be cool too... g-10 colored handles looks make it even better... ah ah ah...Not really a SAK mod... but a simple mod to the mini sd... A friend did this and I wanted to try it myself just out of curiosity... An LM mini/eye glass bit replaced the standard one...
Nice I was thinking for similar mod for some time and yesterday I made this:
https://youtu.be/Sf67Vv5MhHs
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Post by: 875fps on October 10, 2017, 04:26:10 PM
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Post by: 875fps on October 10, 2017, 04:29:07 PM
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Post by: 875fps on October 10, 2017, 04:31:18 PM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4378/36489641255_1e5fa38e13_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/XAsX4M)
Post by: jaya_man on October 10, 2017, 06:48:19 PM
If I never do another 4-layer build, it will be too soon. Combining two pivots and getting them the right size is such a pain in the neck.Awesome mod... Like the urban pioneer especially... :drool:
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Post by: Huntsman on October 11, 2017, 12:27:27 AM
If I never do another 4-layer build, it will be too soon. Combining two pivots and getting them the right size is such a pain in the neck.
Well we're glad you did them :tu: - Nice work man :salute:
Post by: 875fps on October 11, 2017, 02:23:28 AM
If I never do another 4-layer build, it will be too soon. Combining two pivots and getting them the right size is such a pain in the neck.Awesome mod... Like the urban pioneer especially... :drool:
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Tons of thanks to Robert for both coming up with that design and the tons of help he gave me and others to get this same design going on our own knives. It is such an efficient and effective layout.
If I never do another 4-layer build, it will be too soon. Combining two pivots and getting them the right size is such a pain in the neck.
Well we're glad you did them :tu: - Nice work man :salute:
Thanks man! :cheers:
Post by: Don Pablo on October 11, 2017, 10:25:22 AM
The October themed one is coool
Post by: m47mu74nt on October 12, 2017, 09:43:05 PM
But it was made with a used and totally seized up Compact and a dirty Camper.
Part used :
Camper :
- Blade
- Aluminium scale/spacer
- Rivets
Spring with split ring==> I wanted to use it instead of the dedicated spacer but it is not the same width as the blade spring...
Compact :
- Combo tool
- Scissors
- Springs
- Hook
Post by: 875fps on October 15, 2017, 10:38:20 AM
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Post by: jaya_man on October 15, 2017, 10:42:39 AM
Another October-themed knife ... this time I used an Electrician instead of the PX. I love that little Electrician blade but man is it a pain to sharpen.Awesome work @brasswerx :cheers:
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Post by: T14 on October 29, 2017, 07:13:52 PM
Man, drilling out rivets on alox is nerve-wracking.
-Tom
Post by: strmliner on October 29, 2017, 08:49:03 PM
Red alox bantam from a cadet+cellidor bantam.
Man, drilling out rivets on alox is nerve-wracking.
-Tom
Looks great, T14. :like:
Agreed on drilling out Alox rivets, but to me the peening is more tedious. :cheers:
Post by: magentus on October 29, 2017, 09:32:57 PM
Post by: jaya_man on October 30, 2017, 12:50:32 AM
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Post by: T14 on October 30, 2017, 04:49:29 AM
Nice mod T14... reused the cadet pins?
Yup. I am not experienced enough to get my peening completely consistent between pins. I'll let the pins settle for a couple of weeks of use, and then shape the back pins using a flat milling bit.
-Tom
Post by: T14 on November 05, 2017, 01:53:16 PM
- First a simple 84mm apprentice mod based on a nylon waiter
- Next is a two layer 91mm "cyberapprentice" or somesuch. Based on parts from a DoE and a cybertool34
I hope to be able to transition most of my user knives to nylon scales. Much better cosmetic durability with nylon.
Post by: T14 on November 05, 2017, 01:57:07 PM
-Tom
Post by: magentus on November 05, 2017, 02:50:39 PM
Post by: El Corkscrew on November 05, 2017, 05:08:28 PM
Another October-themed knife ... this time I used an Electrician instead of the PX. I love that little Electrician blade but man is it a pain to sharpen.:like: :drool:
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Post by: 875fps on November 06, 2017, 03:29:52 AM
:like: :drool:
And for the record 875fps.. you do stunning work. What an absolute pleasure to watch :tu:
-Tom
Thanks guys! Appreciate the love.
T14, on that Cyberapprentice, do you repeen and then reattach the nylon scales? Those mods look fun to do.
Post by: T14 on November 06, 2017, 06:46:23 AM
T14, on that Cyberapprentice, do you repeen and then reattach the nylon scales? Those mods look fun to do.
Yup... I basically just take knives apart, mix and match layers, and then reassemble using new pinstock and the standard bushings. Scales are press-fit onto the knife as normal.
But for coloured alox I reckon the screw-and-pivot method is better.
-T
Post by: chivaceae on November 06, 2017, 03:16:40 PM
After retrieving these two layers, I used the leftover parts, after cleaning and polishing them a bit, and put together the following 6-layer SAK, where the scaler/ruler took the place of the main (and really beaten) main blade using a brass washer and a broken small blade (as spacer riding along the original lanyard spacer). I used the backspring of the scaler/ruler tool for a spare small blade, which functions and snaps great. I only needed to cut a small notch in the liner to access the nail nick. I do use the ruler on the scaler quite often, so this layout is a great EDC for me, paired with a one-handed knife (Spyderco Para3) for my cutting needs. I am happy! Raul
Post by: magentus on November 06, 2017, 03:42:55 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on November 06, 2017, 03:47:51 PM
It looks like a great mod if you prefer to use dedicated knives over the SAK main blade, and it still gives you the "mini red toolbox" aspect of a SAK. :like:
No liner between the small blade and saw?
Post by: T14 on November 06, 2017, 04:08:38 PM
Sorry for your loss Chivy, but that is a nice mod :cheers:+1
I need to put together something along those lines as well. Ideal bag companion to a pocket folder
Post by: chivaceae on November 06, 2017, 05:05:30 PM
Indeed! :o :like: :like:
It looks like a great mod if you prefer to use dedicated knives over the SAK main blade, and it still gives you the "mini red toolbox" aspect of a SAK. :like:
No liner between the small blade and saw?
Pablo: No liner between the small blade and saw, other than a slim (0.005") bronze washer needed to even the thickness of the scaler/ruler spring I used. I debated as to keep this modded SAK as bladeless -perhaps making it TSA compliant - but I do not quite trust their judgement with multitools. When flying I always carry those in my checked bags, or not travel with them at all.
Raul
Post by: Don Pablo on November 06, 2017, 05:15:43 PM
Thanks! :cheers:Indeed! :o :like: :like:
It looks like a great mod if you prefer to use dedicated knives over the SAK main blade, and it still gives you the "mini red toolbox" aspect of a SAK. :like:
No liner between the small blade and saw?
Pablo: No liner between the small blade and saw, other than a slim (0.005") bronze washer needed to even the thickness of the scaler/ruler spring I used. I debated as to keep this modded SAK as bladeless -perhaps making it TSA compliant - but I do not quite trust their judgement with multitools. When flying I always carry those in my checked bags, or not travel with them at all.
Raul
And good point, they would probably take it even if it just had scissors. :bnghd:
Post by: Bob Wolfson on November 08, 2017, 04:49:45 AM
Please check out https://sites.google.com/view/bobs-swiss-army-knife-mods/home if you have a moment or two.
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Post by: magentus on November 10, 2017, 10:49:53 AM
When you say you used the scissors and backspring from a 91mm - did they need much coaxing to fit?
Great job though! :cheers:
Post by: T14 on November 10, 2017, 11:12:33 AM
The smaller knives need Mod-love as well :)
Post by: jaya_man on November 10, 2017, 12:01:00 PM
Nice work J-Man :salute:Thanks Mags... yes they do... just followed Syph’s Modern Golfer thread... with a slight twist... I only used a single modern backspring... and a lot of fitting adjustments.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171110/b100b027540fb4df25202475a3f8a008.jpg)
When you say you used the scissors and backspring from a 91mm - did they need much coaxing to fit?
Great job though! :cheers:
:cheers:
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Post by: jaya_man on November 10, 2017, 12:31:39 PM
GJ Bob and Jaya :tu::hatsoff:
The smaller knives need Mod-love as well :)
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Post by: Syph007 on November 10, 2017, 03:42:25 PM
I've got people asking every day for 84s with scissors so ive got to come up with a CNC fixture to precisely and reapeatbly modify those backsprings from 91s. The trial and error way gets time consuming.
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Post by: Ron Who on November 11, 2017, 03:22:08 PM
Post by: jaya_man on November 11, 2017, 03:23:34 PM
My as yet unfinished RoDent with its rope cutter blade, and the Magsmade BuSchroder #2.:like: :tu:
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Post by: Ron Who on November 11, 2017, 03:41:41 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on November 11, 2017, 03:46:12 PM
Post by: Ron Who on November 11, 2017, 03:52:08 PM
Post by: magentus on November 11, 2017, 04:03:09 PM
Your name is rapidly entering the MTo lexicon Ronald - 2 models named after you so far :salute:
Post by: Ron Who on November 11, 2017, 04:05:45 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on November 11, 2017, 05:28:20 PM
Post by: magentus on November 11, 2017, 06:02:05 PM
I only have one model named after me. ::) :PYou have two as well. Pabs and Pabs (small).
Post by: Don Pablo on November 11, 2017, 06:28:36 PM
Ok, there's two ways to interpret that. :oI only have one model named after me. ::) :PYou have two as well. Pabs and Pabs (small).
Post by: magentus on November 11, 2017, 07:38:43 PM
It's the worst one. :DOk, there's two ways to interpret that. :oI only have one model named after me. ::) :PYou have two as well. Pabs and Pabs (small).
Post by: Don Pablo on November 11, 2017, 08:20:00 PM
My my.... :twak:It's the worst one. :DOk, there's two ways to interpret that. :oI only have one model named after me. ::) :PYou have two as well. Pabs and Pabs (small).
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 11, 2017, 09:39:43 PM
(https://media.giphy.com/media/YVPkjfe2E0XAs/giphy.gif)It's the worst one. :DOk, there's two ways to interpret that. :oI only have one model named after me. ::) :PYou have two as well. Pabs and Pabs (small).
Post by: Don Pablo on November 12, 2017, 04:44:12 PM
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Post by: magentus on November 12, 2017, 05:52:22 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on November 12, 2017, 06:26:06 PM
Of course, that didn't matter very much since the scales came pre-abused(by you). :whistle: :P
Terrible
When I compared the size of the Alox bottle opener to the 91mm version, I went
It brought to mind what Archimedes said about the alox bottle opener:
Give me the place to stand, and I shall move the earth
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Post by: Don Pablo on November 12, 2017, 07:14:09 PM
It's an impressive tool isn't it?No comment. :whistle:
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Post by: T14 on November 15, 2017, 02:24:24 PM
The fluted corkscrew on the 84mm won't accept a screwdriver for some reason , So I'll swap that out when I can be arsed to get around to it. :facepalm:
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Post by: Don Pablo on November 15, 2017, 02:52:50 PM
But you'll excuse me if I don't give you a kiss. :facepalm: :ahhh
Post by: magentus on November 15, 2017, 02:59:10 PM
:like:Damn dirty ape!
But you'll excuse me if I don't give you a kiss. :facepalm: :ahhh
Post by: Bob Wolfson on November 18, 2017, 11:10:52 PM
So I reground one to add beerability, and I thought that a pointy tool might be more useful than another sharp edge.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/yQGkUrqExMtLCBkd2xAvgU37bUyXNhRxRFf-WF8Q7cp2mnZjmXYahOaf-NuCibb-zksKk7GxkNKbZWL3pKCv8n2wn2DBT6wUF2ESLzSVLa3kLIKSQ7oS6snxmv798EPvnHGqoR0CIY4=w720-h960-no)
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Post by: T14 on November 19, 2017, 09:42:10 AM
The orange peeler on an 74mm Executive is a great tool for peeling oranges, but otherwise? And an Executive doesn't have a bottle opener.
So I reground one to add beerability, and I thought that a pointy tool might be more useful than another sharp edge.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/yQGkUrqExMtLCBkd2xAvgU37bUyXNhRxRFf-WF8Q7cp2mnZjmXYahOaf-NuCibb-zksKk7GxkNKbZWL3pKCv8n2wn2DBT6wUF2ESLzSVLa3kLIKSQ7oS6snxmv798EPvnHGqoR0CIY4=w720-h960-no)
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Interesting prodder Bob...
It kind of reminnds me of the combo tool on the Golf Tool http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golf+Tool
Post by: this_is_nascar on November 19, 2017, 01:26:28 PM
The orange peeler on an 74mm Executive is a great tool for peeling oranges, but otherwise? And an Executive doesn't have a bottle opener.
So I reground one to add beerability, and I thought that a pointy tool might be more useful than another sharp edge.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/yQGkUrqExMtLCBkd2xAvgU37bUyXNhRxRFf-WF8Q7cp2mnZjmXYahOaf-NuCibb-zksKk7GxkNKbZWL3pKCv8n2wn2DBT6wUF2ESLzSVLa3kLIKSQ7oS6snxmv798EPvnHGqoR0CIY4=w720-h960-no)
See some of my other SAK mods at https://sites.google.com/view/bobs-swiss-army-knife-mods/home (https://sites.google.com/view/bobs-swiss-army-knife-mods/home)
Interesting prodder Bob...
It kind of reminnds me of the combo tool on the Golf Tool http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golf+Tool
The orange peeler on an 74mm Executive is a great tool for peeling oranges, but otherwise? And an Executive doesn't have a bottle opener.I like it. Does it have an edge to it or just the point/tip?
So I reground one to add beerability, and I thought that a pointy tool might be more useful than another sharp edge.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/yQGkUrqExMtLCBkd2xAvgU37bUyXNhRxRFf-WF8Q7cp2mnZjmXYahOaf-NuCibb-zksKk7GxkNKbZWL3pKCv8n2wn2DBT6wUF2ESLzSVLa3kLIKSQ7oS6snxmv798EPvnHGqoR0CIY4=w720-h960-no)
See some of my other SAK mods at https://sites.google.com/view/bobs-swiss-army-knife-mods/home (https://sites.google.com/view/bobs-swiss-army-knife-mods/home)
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Post by: Bob Wolfson on November 19, 2017, 08:54:48 PM
I like it. Does it have an edge to it or just the point/tip?
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Just a point, at this point. I might add an eyelet for thread.
Post by: T14 on November 21, 2017, 04:10:30 PM
Inline awl from a 93mm knife, Thanks Mags :cheers:
Dropped the backspring awl in favour of a backspring screwdriver.
I'll carry it for a week and see if this driver-centric build is to my liking or not. It looked good on paper, at least. Name tba.
Post by: Don Pablo on November 21, 2017, 04:29:01 PM
I think MacGyver would carry that one! :tu:
Post by: Bob Wolfson on November 22, 2017, 06:17:41 PM
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Note how the two springs interlock so only one end has to be pinned and the other 3 accept tools. The other layer, for the file and orange peeler, is just like in a 58mm knife, and is half as thick as this layer.
Post by: T14 on November 22, 2017, 07:00:09 PM
I intend to make a 74mm jetsetter from a moneyclip and a file from a prince. This will be useful. :cheers:
PS: interesting plate/jig in the background. I see you have holes for 74 and 58mm SAKs. Would you mind elaborating on it's purpose and use?
Post by: Fortytwo on November 22, 2017, 08:34:33 PM
Cheers for the pic Bob.
I intend to make a 74mm jetsetter from a moneyclip and a file from a prince. This will be useful. :cheers:
PS: interesting plate/jig in the background. I see you have holes for 74 and 58mm SAKs. Would you mind elaborating on it's purpose and use?
I have been using a similar solution (but made of wood) to hold the pins in place when putting mods together. I can't answer if that is Bobs use for it but I imagine something along those lines. Made of metal it would allow for peening of the first side while holding it together.
Post by: Bob Wolfson on November 23, 2017, 07:01:36 PM
I have been using a similar solution (but made of wood) to hold the pins in place when putting mods together. I can't answer if that is Bobs use for it but I imagine something along those lines. Made of metal it would allow for peening of the first side while holding it together.
Yes, that's it exactly. I cut pins overly long and insert them in the 4 holes for whichever I'm assembling, either a 58 or 74. That holds them vertical and stable while I build the layers. The holes are actually very slightly oversize so the pins bind less when removing the assembled knife. I don't actually use them for peening because there's too much chance of causing that very binding. I just remove the assembled knife, grind down excess pin on both sides, and then bang away on the flat part of the plate (a barbell weight).
I also use the plate holes as a template for drilling holes in metal scales or liners. It's actually the first thing I do, even before shaping them. I cut the work shape roughly and mark where the holes are going to be. I then drill the hole 1 by eye. I pin the work to the plate at hole 1, and rotate it out of the way of hole 2 diagonally opposite, while I align hole 2 exactly with the bit in the press. I then rotate the work back into place by eye and drill through it, knowing the bit is dropping into hole 2 in the plate. Now I have two holes in the work exactly where they belong relative to each other, though they may not be exactly at the locations I originally marked. I can then align hole 3 in the plate with the bit in the press, rotate the work into place, pin it through holes 2 and 1, and drill 3. Etc. for #4.
Once I have 4 perfectly aligned holes in all my work pieces I pin them all together with an original side liner as a guide and start grinding away at the edges of the work pieces until they're flush with the liner. When I'm done, I have a mated set of pieces for polishing and assembly.
I'm maintaining a sort of blog of my results https://sites.google.com/view/bobs-swiss-army-knife-mods/home. No ads, for your enjoyment.
Post by: Fortytwo on November 23, 2017, 10:54:29 PM
I have been using a similar solution (but made of wood) to hold the pins in place when putting mods together. I can't answer if that is Bobs use for it but I imagine something along those lines. Made of metal it would allow for peening of the first side while holding it together.
Yes, that's it exactly. I cut pins overly long and insert them in the 4 holes for whichever I'm assembling, either a 58 or 74. That holds them vertical and stable while I build the layers. The holes are actually very slightly oversize so the pins bind less when removing the assembled knife. I don't actually use them for peening because there's too much chance of causing that very binding. I just remove the assembled knife, grind down excess pin on both sides, and then bang away on the flat part of the plate (a barbell weight).
I also use the plate holes as a template for drilling holes in metal scales or liners. It's actually the first thing I do, even before shaping them. I cut the work shape roughly and mark where the holes are going to be. I then drill the hole 1 by eye. I pin the work to the plate at hole 1, and rotate it out of the way of hole 2 diagonally opposite, while I align hole 2 exactly with the bit in the press. I then rotate the work back into place by eye and drill through it, knowing the bit is dropping into hole 2 in the plate. Now I have two holes in the work exactly where they belong relative to each other, though they may not be exactly at the locations I originally marked. I can then align hole 3 in the plate with the bit in the press, rotate the work into place, pin it through holes 2 and 1, and drill 3. Etc. for #4.
Once I have 4 perfectly aligned holes in all my work pieces I pin them all together with an original side liner as a guide and start grinding away at the edges of the work pieces until they're flush with the liner. When I'm done, I have a mated set of pieces for polishing and assembly.
I'm maintaining a sort of blog of my results https://sites.google.com/view/bobs-swiss-army-knife-mods/home. No ads, for your enjoyment.
Nice solution! My way, since my block lacks the weight to stay put, has been to drill the first hole by sight and then use the liner as a template. It works well enough I guess but your solution seem neater.
Post by: Bob Wolfson on November 27, 2017, 04:36:32 AM
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It's interesting that one of the springs has a notch in it similar to the one in the image of the scissors/blades layer I posted previously. It doesn't have a purpose that I can see, and I did not see it before in the other 2 I've taken apart. If the opposing spring had a protrusion, it would allow the layer to have 3 tools instead of just 2, like in the scissors/blade layer.
Coincidentally, I took this knife apart specifically to see if I could arrange that very configuration: 3 tools in both layers. To try it, I ground off the peg flange of one spring, notched both in their centers, and stuck a pin between them like this:
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So far, with some additional shaping, it looks like this will work. But I'm not sure what tools to mount in the layer. It will have to be one full length tool (like perhaps the peeler that I cut into a pick and bottle opener and shared in a prior post), and two half-length tools that fold toward one another (cut down from either or both a peeler and a file). I thought maybe a flat screwdriver and a 2D phillips? Or maybe a little chisel/scraper and something else? Any ideas?
Post by: Jonas Stenmark on November 28, 2017, 03:15:40 AM
Would like to make an alox version (but not sure if it would become too slippy on the hand) with the electrician blade and saw. Maybe anger the awl god by switching it out for another main-blade if possible then make them a lot shorter. Pref a good wharncliffe + sheepfoot perhaps...?(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171128/16abdb37d5f62b78aea5e997e3fdb85e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171128/6f54eaf863d952528eb30ec064649356.jpg)
Added tiny baby rhino.
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Post by: T14 on November 28, 2017, 04:27:58 PM
I reckon a modded 58mm or 74mm chassis would work well for a non-threatening mini whittler. These frames will also fit 91mm backspring tools with a little tweaking.
You could also fit both the electrician's and small pruner blades into a single 91mm blade layer. I'm also certain that two small pen blades could fit across eah other. These 91mm mods would require building appropriate spacers, but that is easily done with alu/brass plate and some grinding.
Post by: Jonas Stenmark on November 29, 2017, 09:41:14 PM
Welcome onboard Jonas :cheers:Thank you! I have been trying to "read up" in the threads here (already seen that my mod already have been done, and way better!)
I reckon a modded 58mm or 74mm chassis would work well for a non-threatening mini whittler. These frames will also fit 91mm backspring tools with a little tweaking.
You could also fit both the electrician's and small pruner blades into a single 91mm blade layer. I'm also certain that two small pen blades could fit across eah other. These 91mm mods would require building appropriate spacers, but that is easily done with alu/brass plate and some grinding.
I'd like to go with 91mm and drill and add torq screw option even if it seems hard. My big concern is to for eternit everything together and "gripability". Maybe I could solve it by harddrive aluminium (someone did a such mod, is it legit to "loan"others solutions?) And something with comfy friction on top?
FRN, g10 is all the rage still but maybe I could figure out something more affordable.
Btw! I got this delemont on conrad dot se earlier. Very curious clippoint small blade, had to get.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171129/cb8ea05c3084bb9f108f6b5a547aef76.jpg)
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Post by: WDY on December 04, 2017, 06:33:29 AM
1) First one is a Tinker with ebony scales, and three visible brass pins. Turns out ebony is not too expensive when you buy it as guitar parts. I got 1/2" thick blanks used for the tailpiece of a guitar (where the strings go into the body) then resaw it to 3/16 for the scales. Ebony's hard and nice to work with.Also used for the black keys on a piano.
2) Next is a Spartan with mango wood scales. This fruit grows in abundance where I live but a lot of times it has little blems (holes) in it from insects. This can be dealt with using black epoxy, but I just left this puppy rough for tourist comsumption.
3) Third one is a modded Waiter, replacing the corkscrew with a philips. Scales are lignum vitea pinned with 4 brass rivets. This wood is one of the hardest in the world and it has sort of an oily surface. (It was actually used as bearing surfaces on large machinery) This example shows both heart and sapwood. It's unusual because the sap's just as hard as the heartwood.
Cheers -Yager
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Me want-y :D
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Post by: Jonas Stenmark on December 08, 2017, 03:07:29 PM
Some new Woodys from deepest MexicoYou inspire me!. Gonna made new scales it of wood to my whittler knife ("horse jumping lumber" in works, for scale).(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171208/b910090d3c2927427eca8776b70144fb.jpg)
1) First one is a Tinker with ebony scales, and three visible brass pins. Turns out ebony is not too expensive when you buy it as guitar parts. I got 1/2" thick blanks used for the tailpiece of a guitar (where the strings go into the body) then resaw it to 3/16 for the scales. Ebony's hard and nice to work with.Also used for the black keys on a piano.
2) Next is a Spartan with mango wood scales. This fruit grows in abundance where I live but a lot of times it has little blems (holes) in it from insects. This can be dealt with using black epoxy, but I just left this puppy rough for tourist comsumption.
3) Third one is a modded Waiter, replacing the corkscrew with a philips. Scales are lignum vitea pinned with 4 brass rivets. This wood is one of the hardest in the world and it has sort of an oily surface. (It was actually used as bearing surfaces on large machinery) This example shows both heart and sapwood. It's unusual because the sap's just as hard as the heartwood.
Cheers -Yager
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Post by: Jonas Stenmark on December 09, 2017, 06:39:02 PM
Just adding complete picture. I'm not a very good modder, but I try!Some new Woodys from deepest MexicoYou inspire me!. Gonna made new scales it of wood to my whittler knife ("horse jumping lumber" in works, for scale).(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171208/b910090d3c2927427eca8776b70144fb.jpg)
1) First one is a Tinker with ebony scales, and three visible brass pins. Turns out ebony is not too expensive when you buy it as guitar parts. I got 1/2" thick blanks used for the tailpiece of a guitar (where the strings go into the body) then resaw it to 3/16 for the scales. Ebony's hard and nice to work with.Also used for the black keys on a piano.
2) Next is a Spartan with mango wood scales. This fruit grows in abundance where I live but a lot of times it has little blems (holes) in it from insects. This can be dealt with using black epoxy, but I just left this puppy rough for tourist comsumption.
3) Third one is a modded Waiter, replacing the corkscrew with a philips. Scales are lignum vitea pinned with 4 brass rivets. This wood is one of the hardest in the world and it has sort of an oily surface. (It was actually used as bearing surfaces on large machinery) This example shows both heart and sapwood. It's unusual because the sap's just as hard as the heartwood.
Cheers -Yager
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Post by: hiraethus on December 09, 2017, 08:24:39 PM
Recently completed my Cadet II X mod...(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171208/aa8c53becc410502063cb718339d270e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171208/65433cf8d90ef2c2f0370b8b51c256d6.jpg)
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That’s a beauty jaya! Love the 2017 SE colour. :tu:
Post by: WDY on December 10, 2017, 12:04:53 AM
Keep up the good work.
Cheers -Yager
Post by: jaya_man on December 10, 2017, 12:16:17 AM
Thanks H... it actually has both the 2015 and 2017 LE scales :facepalm:Recently completed my Cadet II X mod...(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171208/aa8c53becc410502063cb718339d270e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171208/65433cf8d90ef2c2f0370b8b51c256d6.jpg)
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Post by: Jonas Stenmark on December 10, 2017, 03:58:54 AM
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Post by: jaya_man on December 10, 2017, 04:16:32 AM
You really should make a in depth guide how to replace those copper pins with screws, I might be blind but I haven't seen any on it.. Your knife looks great!Thanks... I actually did... some helpful tips from H and the others too...
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Post by: Drreptar on December 10, 2017, 11:04:06 AM
Post by: Drreptar on December 10, 2017, 11:07:01 AM
Not sure if selling is allowed on this forum? I have a few 93mm pioneer knives I need to send to new homes to fund my addiction, can you guys guide me on the correct way?
Post by: Don Pablo on December 10, 2017, 12:38:50 PM
Had fun with this one. Saved the blade from an ‘78 AMEFA knife and made an Alox ‘compact’ with it:like:
Post by: Don Pablo on December 10, 2017, 12:43:01 PM
Carbon fibre 93mm compactEither the boss,
Not sure if selling is allowed on this forum? I have a few 93mm pioneer knives I need to send to new homes to fund my addiction, can you guys guide me on the correct way?
https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=profile;u=2, or one of the other mods like https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=profile;u=4882. Contact one of them and they'll tell you how to proceed. :cheers:
Post by: magentus on December 10, 2017, 02:03:16 PM
Had fun with this one. Saved the blade from an ‘78 AMEFA knife and made an Alox ‘compact’ with it
Fantastic mod Drraptar :salute: How did you get the hollow rivet done so well? Beautiful work!
Post by: Drreptar on December 10, 2017, 02:46:26 PM
Had fun with this one. Saved the blade from an ‘78 AMEFA knife and made an Alox ‘compact’ with it
Fantastic mod Drraptar :salute: How did you get the hollow rivet done so well? Beautiful work!
Thanks! With the hollow rivet I just use a centre punch to start the flair, then gentle taps with a peen hammer- it’s easier than peening pins well- for me anyway :)
Post by: Jonas Stenmark on December 10, 2017, 03:04:28 PM
Thank you, I'll devour that post! Much appreciated!You really should make a in depth guide how to replace those copper pins with screws, I might be blind but I haven't seen any on it.. Your knife looks great!Thanks... I actually did... some helpful tips from H and the others too...
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Post by: jaya_man on December 10, 2017, 03:26:41 PM
:hatsoff:Thank you, I'll devour that post! Much appreciated!You really should make a in depth guide how to replace those copper pins with screws, I might be blind but I haven't seen any on it.. Your knife looks great!Thanks... I actually did... some helpful tips from H and the others too...
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Post by: stoneshank on December 15, 2017, 04:06:16 AM
So getting hold of the pivots that are threaded is a no go unless you still them on your own. From a EU side pov. Or am I missing something?:hatsoff:Thank you, I'll devour that post! Much appreciated!You really should make a in depth guide how to replace those copper pins with screws, I might be blind but I haven't seen any on it.. Your knife looks great!Thanks... I actually did... some helpful tips from H and the others too...
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Post by: jaya_man on December 15, 2017, 01:59:51 PM
Try sourcing them at knife kits or Alpha Knife Supply... but they are 1/8” or about close to 3.2mm in diameter...So getting hold of the pivots that are threaded is a no go unless you still them on your own. From a EU side pov. Or am I missing something?:hatsoff:Thank you, I'll devour that post! Much appreciated!You really should make a in depth guide how to replace those copper pins with screws, I might be blind but I haven't seen any on it.. Your knife looks great!Thanks... I actually did... some helpful tips from H and the others too...
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Post by: stuntmanmike on January 04, 2018, 06:58:45 PM
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Post by: T14 on January 04, 2018, 08:22:35 PM
this one is super cool! :like:+1 :tu:
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Post by: Don Pablo on January 04, 2018, 11:17:31 PM
A toolset I would really like to carry, if I had it! :like: :D
And the scales look very GAK-like. :drool:
Post by: stoneshank on January 05, 2018, 01:31:24 PM
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Post by: samek on January 08, 2018, 10:11:48 AM
(http://i.imgur.com/zUb15Dy.jpg) (https://imgur.com/zUb15Dy)
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Post by: Don Pablo on January 08, 2018, 10:25:32 AM
That's amazing! :like:
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Post by: magentus on January 11, 2018, 10:14:09 AM
Post by: Sparky415 on January 11, 2018, 10:54:22 AM
Swiss Army Bottle Opener, 65 mm, antlers
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(http://i.imgur.com/aHSqYAA.jpg) (https://imgur.com/aHSqYAA)
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But :drool: :ahhh :ahhh
Post by: Don Pablo on January 11, 2018, 11:11:53 AM
From the U Boat Werkstatt: The 'Alter Elektrischer Bauer des Kreuzes':like:
So replacing the main blade with the electrician one is all the rage now? :D
Post by: magentus on January 11, 2018, 11:16:59 AM
Yup - all the cool geezers are doing it.From the U Boat Werkstatt: The 'Alter Elektrischer Bauer des Kreuzes':like:
So replacing the main blade with the electrician one is all the rage now? :D
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Post by: magentus on January 11, 2018, 02:36:57 PM
Post by: El Corkscrew on January 11, 2018, 07:08:06 PM
Awesome mod Mags :like: :hatsoff:+1 brilliant, M'Lord!!!
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Post by: pfrsantos on January 11, 2018, 07:12:34 PM
this one is super cool! :like:+1 :tu:
+10
:drool: :drool: :gimme: :gimme:
Post by: pfrsantos on January 11, 2018, 07:13:22 PM
Yup - all the cool geezers are doing it.From the U Boat Werkstatt: The 'Alter Elektrischer Bauer des Kreuzes':like:
So replacing the main blade with the electrician one is all the rage now? :D
And you copied them, hey?
:whistle:
Well done, sunny. Well done!
:tu: :salute:
Post by: T14 on January 11, 2018, 08:01:12 PM
So replacing the main blade with the electrician one is all the rage now? :D
I am mustering parts for that bandwagon as well :tu:
Post by: magentus on January 17, 2018, 02:14:57 PM
Pics from Der Werkstatt last night and out 'n' about this morning:
Post by: Sparky415 on January 17, 2018, 09:14:08 PM
Nice job Mate but you would be better using a tile to work on :whistle:
Post by: magentus on January 17, 2018, 09:52:04 PM
I've been after several nice big tiles for a while now.
Nice job Mate but you would be better using a tile to work on :whistle:
Post by: Sparky415 on January 17, 2018, 10:09:25 PM
Speechless :D
Post by: David Bowen on January 17, 2018, 11:02:15 PM
My custom saks.
Tinker with orange G10 and Aluminum handle
Vic Scientist made from spare parts
Cadet with blue died bone handles
Vic soldier with bone handles and nickel silver bolsters
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Post by: stoneshank on January 18, 2018, 12:59:47 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180117/5035b6ac987f9cf0e202a78aa7ce8d3f.jpg)Drrrrtooooooool
My custom saks.
Tinker with orange G10 and Aluminum handle
Vic Scientist made from spare parts
Cadet with blue died bone handles
Vic soldier with bone handles and nickel silver bolsters
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Post by: David Bowen on January 18, 2018, 01:16:04 AM
I think the tinker is titanium and G10 but the guys says he was sure it was aluminium. How would I tell? Both are non magnetic(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180117/5035b6ac987f9cf0e202a78aa7ce8d3f.jpg)Drrrrtooooooool
My custom saks.
Tinker with orange G10 and Aluminum handle
Vic Scientist made from spare parts
Cadet with blue died bone handles
Vic soldier with bone handles and nickel silver bolsters
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Post by: stoneshank on January 18, 2018, 04:12:43 PM
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Post by: hiraethus on January 18, 2018, 04:54:49 PM
I think the tinker is titanium and G10 but the guys says he was sure it was aluminium. How would I tell? Both are non magnetic
Set fire to it? >:D
Post by: magentus on January 18, 2018, 04:57:12 PM
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Post by: Huntsman on January 20, 2018, 11:00:24 PM
Can you show us all the tools and summarise the mods please
Looks like you:
- Added a saw layer
- Added a full blade layer - with the main blade converted to a Wharncliffe blade
- Converted the CO SD into a narrow SD - Or is that a chisel (for whittling)
- File work on the back of all tools
- Looks like there is another layer ???
Thanks
PS. Weird seeing snow given we are in the middle of summer - It's been up to 40° recently !!
Post by: stoneshank on January 21, 2018, 01:32:45 AM
Looks interesting SS - Nice work - Thanks for postingThe base I built on is a recruit. The recruit has two wharncliffe blades and I indeed made wood chisel out of the openers. I removed the fin on the can one ship I got a small plain chisel and a larger (bottle). I wanted to try out sakmodding mostly because of the challenge and partly to offer myself more tools.
Can you show us all the tools and summarise the mods please
Looks like you:
- Added a saw layer
- Added a full blade layer - with the main blade converted to a Wharncliffe blade
- Converted the CO SD into a narrow SD - Or is that a chisel (for whittling)
- File work on the back of all tools
- Looks like there is another layer ???
Thanks
PS. Weird seeing snow given we are in the middle of summer - It's been up to 40° recently !!
I added a MFV wood saw at the center and the another recruit on the other side of it. I turned the small blade into a clip point (ish) and the large one I left in a disaster. I did the same mod to the openers but made them concave to add versatility.
Caveat; nothing is perfectly made. This was my first try at a full mod, once only reshaped blades before and made some wooden scales so this was a new, but fun!, challenge.
I have already dismantled it. I webbed to clean all the parts up, redo some things that I learned from and change in the MFV blade (made into a sheepfoot blade) instead of the failed main-blade.
Next up- how do open this? Placing new nailnicks is hard so I might try (already have) nailnicks continuing across the backside of the blade. I might also try to get tools to thread a screw down into the back (Emerson style? Haha) .
My roomie had to go to bed early so I left things halfway (tried this time to thin the pivots before I cut it up into four small ones) . This is so much fun!
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Post by: magentus on January 21, 2018, 08:56:53 PM
The bushings that I peen the pivot at, which side of the bushing should be turned outward? It's the wider right? F.... Ah well, will try a third time sometime later ;)Yes the wider side should look outwards.
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Post by: jaya_man on January 22, 2018, 04:30:28 AM
For a better illustration...(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180122/a1b917a49e61f122187bc44c2fd06797.jpg)The bushings that I peen the pivot at, which side of the bushing should be turned outward? It's the wider right? F.... Ah well, will try a third time sometime later ;)Yes the wider side should look outwards.
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Post by: stoneshank on January 22, 2018, 03:36:58 PM
Thanks.For a better illustration...(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180122/a1b917a49e61f122187bc44c2fd06797.jpg)The bushings that I peen the pivot at, which side of the bushing should be turned outward? It's the wider right? F.... Ah well, will try a third time sometime later ;)Yes the wider side should look outwards.
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The way I built it up is:
1. Opener layer
2. Knife layer
3. Wood saw layer
4. Knife layer
5. Opener layer
So one of the recruits are reversed. This makes the small knife+ keyring thingie reversed too and some other results because of the way I want it in the layer order. The opener layers "has" to be the furthest out so I can use them the way they are intended (wood chisels) (picture 1)
Knife layers are pretty straight forward. Two wharncliffes, one clip point and one sheepfoot. Blades are currently functional but ugly AF. (picture 2)
Wood saw layer is probably the only one I have not screwed up yet
(picture three)Last but worst is that the clue that the toothpick/pincer is on opposite side of the keyring (picture 4) which means I pretty much assembled everything wrong HAHA!
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I'm having a very good time with this, albeit very humbling. I wrong into the project with a clear idea what I wanted, clear expectations of success and a 100% "Jesus take the wheel" attitude and my ad hoc way of doing things. Some times things work out, some times they don't and you learn something instead.
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Post by: stoneshank on January 23, 2018, 07:40:19 PM
Got it all together now, sorted out nailnicks and started evening out the rough areas. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180123/ea34be52c3380e1a280c7201580efae7.jpg)
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Post by: ironraven on January 24, 2018, 03:47:20 AM
I've been thinking about doing something similar with a spare Camper.
Post by: Fortytwo on January 25, 2018, 11:12:49 PM
When you turned the bottle opener into a chisel, did you use a grinder or just a stone and/or sandpaper? And what angle?
I've been thinking about doing something similar with a spare Camper.
And does it keep an edge? I tried getting an edge on the inside of the of the opener, like on the older models, but couldn't seem to get it any sharp. Might just be me though.
Post by: stoneshank on January 26, 2018, 01:52:03 AM
The second set of openers on the other side of the layers are curved (concave) to give me more options. The canopener tool turned out to be too narrow to make concave so it it more V-shaped atm which is good for making lines.
I'm reassembling it all together tomorrow againto see if I can get a 5 layer 84mm to work. So far I've done rookie mistakes but learned each time so hopefully this v4.5 will be ending nicely. If not I might reconsider the wood saw layer to keep it more compact.
Speaking of compact ! I got impressed by someone's compact with wood saw earlier so I might do that as I will have a spare saw.
Back again about sharpening- uttering a Tormek t4 would be best but not needed. Victorinox steel is rather easy to reshape.
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Post by: Fortytwo on January 26, 2018, 12:49:23 PM
I used a Mora diamond sharpener. It didn't really take much time and while, due to the steel , you have to go over the edges when you whittle every now and then, the chisels really surprised me at how well they work!
The second set of openers on the other side of the layers are curved (concave) to give me more options. The canopener tool turned out to be too narrow to make concave so it it more V-shaped atm which is good for making lines.
I'm reassembling it all together tomorrow againto see if I can get a 5 layer 84mm to work. So far I've done rookie mistakes but learned each time so hopefully this v4.5 will be ending nicely. If not I might reconsider the wood saw layer to keep it more compact.
Speaking of compact ! I got impressed by someone's compact with wood saw earlier so I might do that as I will have a spare saw.
Back again about sharpening- uttering a Tormek t4 would be best but not needed. Victorinox steel is rather easy to reshape.
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I see, guess I'll try to invest a little more time then and see if that solves it.
Post by: hiraethus on February 24, 2018, 10:54:20 PM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4605/40420070352_ed5332b6c9_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/24zMqGG)
Yeah, OK, it's a Climber and the only thing out of the ordinary is the ground-off keyring loop. But I made it from leftovers because a) I don't have a three layer SAK with scissors and 2) I haven't built a SAK for at least a year. Good to be back at it. :D
Post by: Zed on February 24, 2018, 11:06:30 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on February 24, 2018, 11:15:03 PM
My latest creation:Are those white scales? ???
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4605/40420070352_ed5332b6c9_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/24zMqGG)
Yeah, OK, it's a Climber and the only thing out of the ordinary is the ground-off keyring loop. But I made it from leftovers because a) I don't have a three layer SAK with scissors and 2) I haven't built a SAK for at least a year. Good to be back at it. :D
Post by: hiraethus on February 24, 2018, 11:25:25 PM
Post by: ThePeacent on February 25, 2018, 04:04:04 PM
great mods :salute: I made some stagalike scales from micarta for my Super Tinker :tu: I'll do some for my waiter next :salute:
:like: those scales!! :tu: :tu:
Post by: kottskrapa on March 08, 2018, 10:43:58 AM
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Post by: magentus on March 08, 2018, 10:47:29 AM
Latest work! Used the wrong liner and will change the scales after it is used for a while.. Knife less and thanks Pablo for some tips
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Nice work! Good to see more bladeless mods recently :cheers:
Post by: kottskrapa on March 08, 2018, 11:16:19 AM
Thanks! Yes and I got really inspired.. Feels good to have an option other than the style ps for when not being able to bring something with a bladeLatest work! Used the wrong liner and will change the scales after it is used for a while.. Knife less and thanks Pablo for some tips
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Nice work! Good to see more bladeless mods recently :cheers:
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Post by: Don Pablo on March 11, 2018, 12:23:57 AM
But then again, I’m biased. :D :P
What spring did you use for the openers, and have you done anything to the bottle opener end of it?
Post by: kottskrapa on March 11, 2018, 07:27:39 AM
Very nice. :like: :like: :drool:I suspect you mean me.. I used the blade spring and did remove some material for the bottle opener and used som 0.4mm brass spacer.
But then again, I’m biased. :D
What spring did you use for the openers, and have you done anything to the bottle opener end of it?
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Post by: Don Pablo on March 11, 2018, 05:25:12 PM
Can’t go wrong with that SAK, it looks. :cheers:
Does it have a name? :D
Any future mod plans?
Post by: kottskrapa on March 11, 2018, 08:28:51 PM
:like:It is made for the occasion of drinking beer and barbecuing in the park or when going to festivals etc when a blade is not really suitable. The scissors can still open up food packages.. Beer and barbecue so it is my B&B SAK and the full opening layer for all cans and bottles I come across.
Can’t go wrong with that SAK, it looks. :cheers:
Does it have a name? :D
Any future mod plans?
No other mods so far. I'm quite happy with this one for "drunk" times and my expedition for pretty much all other days. The kids really like the magnifying glas and saw on that one and wants some of their own.
But I'm thinking of making a couple more blade less for the kids and let them use their fixed blade knife for a couple of more years before getting a proper SAK
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Post by: Don Pablo on March 11, 2018, 09:23:59 PM
Sounds like a good plan. :tu::like:It is made for the occasion of drinking beer and barbecuing in the park or when going to festivals etc when a blade is not really suitable. The scissors can still open up food packages.. Beer and barbecue so it is my B&B SAK and the full opening layer for all cans and bottles I come across.
Can’t go wrong with that SAK, it looks. :cheers:
Does it have a name? :D
Any future mod plans?
No other mods so far. I'm quite happy with this one for "drunk" times and my expedition for pretty much all other days. The kids really like the magnifying glas and saw on that one and wants some of their own.
But I'm thinking of making a couple more blade less for the kids and let them use their fixed blade knife for a couple of more years before getting a proper SAK
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
I was also thinking of extra bladeless SAKs, in this case for my younger siblings.
Post by: kottskrapa on March 11, 2018, 09:31:55 PM
Sounds like a good plan. :tu:
I was also thinking of extra bladeless SAKs, in this case for my younger siblings.
Sounds like a plan! Do it with them as a project they will never forget?
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Post by: TennTexan on March 14, 2018, 07:59:13 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on March 14, 2018, 08:36:27 PM
Here's my modded Compact. I swapped the corkscrew for an old-school square Phillips driver.Pretty much the perfect sak!
JR
Post by: TennTexan on March 14, 2018, 11:27:13 PM
Yup, I think it's a great combination of tools. Really wish Victorinox would produce something like this and make it available in the U.S. I know they've got the Duke of Edinburgh tool in the UK, but it's got that stupid rounded blade and is practically impossible to get on this side of the pond.Here's my modded Compact. I swapped the corkscrew for an old-school square Phillips driver.Pretty much the perfect sak!
JR
Post by: samek on March 15, 2018, 09:14:51 AM
I made a new 6 layer 93 mm alu knife two days ago, from new and old (fleemarket) parts, with tools I use the most and I don't want to be without them:
Big blade
another big blade
little blade
scissors
wood saw
metal file with saw and nailcleaner
bottle opener with wire bender and large screwdriver
can opener with little screwdriver
awl
Two egual big blades are a must for me – one for brutal use (like cutting sousage on porcelain plate or scraping something etc.), the other allways stays sharp for fine cutting. One big blade is marked Elinox, the other is from Soldier knife, year 08.
I have to use some imagination and »outside the box thinking« to assure good accses to all blades :think:
First I want to use old red handles with old cross, but I found very deep an bad corrosion on inner side, so I took golden Bugnard ones.
I hope you like it.
(http://i.imgur.com/X3f70lG.jpg) (https://imgur.com/X3f70lG)
(http://i.imgur.com/DrUgHya.jpg) (https://imgur.com/DrUgHya)
(http://i.imgur.com/R7qp5wG.jpg) (https://imgur.com/R7qp5wG)
(http://i.imgur.com/JrLwO1b.jpg) (https://imgur.com/JrLwO1b)
(http://i.imgur.com/VdK3lJn.jpg) (https://imgur.com/VdK3lJn)
Gtreetings, Samek
Post by: magentus on March 15, 2018, 09:49:25 AM
Post by: Don Pablo on March 15, 2018, 09:53:36 AM
Lovely job Samek :cheers: How do you get your pins peened so well?+1 you’d think that this was the work of Victorinox. :o :like:
Post by: hiraethus on March 15, 2018, 09:58:14 AM
Post by: jaya_man on March 16, 2018, 01:55:37 AM
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Post by: samek on March 16, 2018, 08:08:08 AM
Quote
That’s an awesome mod... In total, how many SAKs where sacrificed for this?
I have boxes with many parts left from other modificationsI, so I really dont know exactly.
So, let's see:
1. Bugnard scales
2. Elinox Blades
3. 08 Soldier blade and awl
4. Solo spring for scissors
5. Everything else could (in theory) be from one knife.
:whistle:
Post by: jaya_man on March 17, 2018, 04:27:28 AM
Awesome :like:QuoteThat’s an awesome mod... In total, how many SAKs where sacrificed for this?
I have boxes with many parts left from other modificationsI, so I really dont know exactly.
So, let's see:
1. Bugnard scales
2. Elinox Blades
3. 08 Soldier blade and awl
4. Solo spring for scissors
5. Everything else could (in theory) be from one knife.
:whistle:
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Post by: xnonox on April 02, 2018, 03:26:53 AM
When I just got the explorer, it is always too slippery for my hand. So I used soldering iron to make some scare on the scales.
A pruner style blade was reshape frome the small blade.
One day I notice the philip drive on the can opener is almost the same size as the long philip driver, so I grind it down to fit a smaller philips.
I use the pin alot and always think the pin is so small and umcomfortable to hold. So I make one from those sewing kit and bend the back.
Post by: WaynejG on April 28, 2018, 02:16:06 PM
Some small improvements I have done to my explorerWhat is that grey stuff that is in the corkscrew?
When I just got the explorer, it is always too slippery for my hand. So I used soldering iron to make some scare on the scales.
A pruner style blade was reshape frome the small blade.
One day I notice the philip drive on the can opener is almost the same size as the long philip driver, so I grind it down to fit a smaller philips.
I use the pin alot and always think the pin is so small and umcomfortable to hold. So I make one from those sewing kit and bend the back.
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Post by: an0nemus on April 28, 2018, 02:40:47 PM
Awesome!QuoteThat’s an awesome mod... In total, how many SAKs where sacrificed for this?
I have boxes with many parts left from other modificationsI, so I really dont know exactly.
So, let's see:
1. Bugnard scales
2. Elinox Blades
3. 08 Soldier blade and awl
4. Solo spring for scissors
5. Everything else could (in theory) be from one knife.
:whistle:
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Post by: magentus on April 28, 2018, 03:41:04 PM
That's an eyeglass screwdriver - a handy little driver for glasses :salute:Some small improvements I have done to my explorerWhat is that grey stuff that is in the corkscrew?
When I just got the explorer, it is always too slippery for my hand. So I used soldering iron to make some scare on the scales.
A pruner style blade was reshape frome the small blade.
One day I notice the philip drive on the can opener is almost the same size as the long philip driver, so I grind it down to fit a smaller philips.
I use the pin alot and always think the pin is so small and umcomfortable to hold. So I make one from those sewing kit and bend the back.
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Post by: Sakpan74Gr on April 29, 2018, 04:05:38 PM
A minor mod on my Electrician. I love having a small blade, but I miss the Phillips of the Pioneer. So I took my Dremel 3000 and turned the big flat driver into a 2d Phillips/small flat.
It works nicely. You can see the result compared to the original, and to the can opener / driver.
I'll do the same on my Rancher and Harvester.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180429/e881d6004553c758f7cde399260e306c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180429/db8e7f135a827499d0d3e081323e0dca.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180429/09cafddf50e4754e52dfa5aea00e62c5.jpg)
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Post by: kottskrapa on May 05, 2018, 08:33:03 PM
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Post by: Don Pablo on May 05, 2018, 08:48:37 PM
My bladeless B&B SAK got some new clothes (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180505/fe3aca06aa5ff5cce677677aac246d33.jpg)Lots of forest in Sweden.... don’t lose it. :ahhh :D
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Post by: stoneshank on May 05, 2018, 11:50:57 PM
~ i love whittling and SAK's ~
Post by: kottskrapa on May 06, 2018, 12:09:00 PM
Im living in the middle of it. But this is for those times Im going to town to get some beers with friends and a blade are not appropriateMy bladeless B&B SAK got some new clothes (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180505/fe3aca06aa5ff5cce677677aac246d33.jpg)Lots of forest in Sweden.... don’t lose it. :ahhh :D
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but barbecue in a park might be dangerous [It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: FInixNOver on June 11, 2018, 04:15:24 PM
I had finally decided to buy some pivots and screws from Alpha Knife Supply, but due to the whole GDPR deal, EU residents, without a previous account in the site, are banned...
Anyone from that side of the pond would be willing to make a purchase for me? Please contact me by PM.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180611/b85badc30ddb218e8c37c666bbff4306.jpg)
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Post by: FInixNOver on June 14, 2018, 05:32:31 PM
Well this is awkward...Ended up going with the pivots and screws from KnifeKits...
I had finally decided to buy some pivots and screws from Alpha Knife Supply, but due to the whole GDPR deal, EU residents, without a previous account in the site, are banned...
Anyone from that side of the pond would be willing to make a purchase for me? Please contact me by PM.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180611/b85badc30ddb218e8c37c666bbff4306.jpg)
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I know the tolerances are not as good, but I want to upgrade my daily SAK to pivots/screws.
Now, to complete this upcoming mod, I'm searching for a magnifying glass layer, but would like to avoid having to buy an Explorer just for that.
Anyone have these parts for sale?
And to finish, one question...
What's the thickness of the magnifying glass layer? The idea is to incorporate it in an Alox SAK, therefore, I need to find out which backspring I need to use to make this happen.
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Post by: hiraethus on June 14, 2018, 05:46:13 PM
What's the thickness of the magnifying glass layer? The idea is to incorporate it in an Alox SAK, therefore, I need to find out which backspring I need to use to make this happen.
It's the same thickness as a Pioneer blade layer, whatever that is.
Post by: FInixNOver on June 14, 2018, 05:50:04 PM
Nice! And thanks for the answer!!What's the thickness of the magnifying glass layer? The idea is to incorporate it in an Alox SAK, therefore, I need to find out which backspring I need to use to make this happen.
It's the same thickness as a Pioneer blade layer, whatever that is.
I have a spare of those.
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Post by: Don Pablo on June 14, 2018, 06:10:23 PM
So you don’t need two of those blade springs?What's the thickness of the magnifying glass layer? The idea is to incorporate it in an Alox SAK, therefore, I need to find out which backspring I need to use to make this happen.
It's the same thickness as a Pioneer blade layer, whatever that is.
Today I learned. :cheers:
Post by: hiraethus on June 14, 2018, 06:18:21 PM
Post by: FInixNOver on June 14, 2018, 07:16:01 PM
Layer 1 - Blade and Awl
Layer 2 - Scissors
Layer 3 - Magnifying glass and Phillips driver
Layer 4 - Cap lifter and Electrician blade
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Post by: Don Pablo on June 14, 2018, 10:58:04 PM
Post by: FInixNOver on June 15, 2018, 12:19:10 AM
Remember that you will have to drill out the tool pivots to fit the thicker alox rivets. :ahhhAlready have ordered carbide drill bits for that.
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Post by: Syph007 on June 15, 2018, 01:34:01 AM
Remember that you will have to drill out the tool pivots to fit the thicker alox rivets. :ahhhAlready have ordered carbide drill bits for that.
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Mag glass will sit really high if you dont make a small recess in the spring for it to fit into. You dont have to do it, but it fits so much better that way.
Post by: FInixNOver on June 15, 2018, 01:50:23 AM
Remember that you will have to drill out the tool pivots to fit the thicker alox rivets. :ahhhAlready have ordered carbide drill bits for that.
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Mag glass will sit really high if you dont make a small recess in the spring for it to fit into. You dont have to do it, but it fits so much better that way.
That's actually a great tip!! I'll keep that in mind. :cheers: :like: :like:
Post by: FInixNOver on June 20, 2018, 10:18:56 PM
Mail call today.Remember that you will have to drill out the tool pivots to fit the thicker alox rivets. :ahhhAlready have ordered carbide drill bits for that.
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Mag glass will sit really high if you dont make a small recess in the spring for it to fit into. You dont have to do it, but it fits so much better that way.
That's actually a great tip!! I'll keep that in mind. :cheers: :like: :like:
Received the donor Explorer for the mag/phillips layer and the pivots and screws from KnifeKits.
Taking into account what I've read in the past, I was quite surprised to see that the pivot's tolerances we spot on.
Now I have another question... Would it be acceptable to use 3.2mm (0.126in) drill bits, which are available in my local hardware store, to enlarge the tool/backspring holes, or will I be better off with the 0.125in drill bits that I've already ordered?
About the Explorer SAK, there's an engraving in the main blade "Arnaud B."
Does this mean anything to anyone, or can I go ahead and disassemble it?(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180620/60dd9c420930c9fa6dd9b6b6c3b1d285.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180620/07765db94d4f716b80ca602cbe3909d8.jpg)
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Post by: FInixNOver on July 31, 2018, 07:36:02 PM
After receiving the wrong product from one seller and placing a new order to a different seller, here they are and I'll be able to resume the pivots/screws conversion!
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Post by: m47mu74nt on August 13, 2018, 11:53:23 AM
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=74754.0;attach=387205)
Post by: Gareth on August 13, 2018, 03:06:18 PM
Post by: FInixNOver on August 13, 2018, 03:44:21 PM
First attempt at torx conversion with my latest 58mm mod.
They pair up quite nicely...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180813/15864edc3321c3fc3986ab2c4bd30d6e.jpg)
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Post by: magentus on August 13, 2018, 03:58:43 PM
Post by: m47mu74nt on August 13, 2018, 08:11:43 PM
Almost forgot to post this here.
First attempt at torx conversion with my latest 58mm mod.
They pair up quite nicely...
Nice ones !!
Post by: Ron Who on August 13, 2018, 09:06:30 PM
Layer 1 - Large blade (plain edge), small blade, fluted corkscrew
Layer 2 - Woodsaw
Layer 3 - Large blade (serrated edge), combo tool
On the back of the third layer Mags fitted an awl. It is recessed too deep to be accessible, but it puts a nice tension on the spring.
Mags kindly added the green plus scales and the lanyard as a bonus. Thanks!
Post by: FInixNOver on August 13, 2018, 09:15:58 PM
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Post by: m47mu74nt on August 13, 2018, 09:24:34 PM
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=74754.0;attach=387338)
Post by: m47mu74nt on August 13, 2018, 09:30:08 PM
One that Magentus made for me -- the Green Hornet.
Layer 1 - Large blade (plain edge), small blade, fluted corkscrew
Layer 2 - Woodsaw
Layer 3 - Large blade (serrated edge), combo tool
On the back of the third layer Mags fitted an awl. It is recessed too deep to be accessible, but it puts a nice tension on the spring.
Mags kindly added the green plus scales and the lanyard as a bonus. Thanks!
Nice mod!
Post by: Don Pablo on August 13, 2018, 10:25:35 PM
Post by: jaya_man on August 14, 2018, 01:10:36 PM
Awesome mods... :like:
Post by: FInixNOver on August 14, 2018, 03:20:44 PM
+1You meant awlsome, right?! :poke:
Awesome mods... :like:
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Post by: jaya_man on August 14, 2018, 03:53:37 PM
Post by: m47mu74nt on August 14, 2018, 04:23:03 PM
+1You meant awlsome, right?! :poke:
Awesome mods... :like:
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Stop rubbing salt in the wound, after awl, my W TrailGuide mod lacks one :oops:
Post by: FInixNOver on August 14, 2018, 09:04:15 PM
You've got one... It's just not accessible at awl!! :ROFL:+1You meant awlsome, right?! :poke:
Awesome mods... :like:
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Post by: m47mu74nt on August 14, 2018, 10:11:17 PM
You've got one... It's just not accessible at awl!! :ROFL:+1You meant awlsome, right?! :poke:
Awesome mods... :like:
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Stop rubbing salt in the wound, after awl, my W TrailGuide mod lacks one :oops:
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Ron has one he can't use, and I have none :pok:
Looks like you didn't read at awl!
Post by: FInixNOver on August 14, 2018, 10:42:51 PM
:facepalm: :facepalm:You've got one... It's just not accessible at awl!! :ROFL:+1You meant awlsome, right?! :poke:
Awesome mods... :like:
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Stop rubbing salt in the wound, after awl, my W TrailGuide mod lacks one :oops:
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Ron has one he can't use, and I have none :pok:
Looks like you didn't read at awl!
You're absolutely right!
So many SAK mod greatness :ahhh
It's awl so confusing :think:
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Post by: m47mu74nt on August 17, 2018, 09:31:42 AM
Wenger Trail Guide
&
Victorinox Trail Guide +
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Post by: m47mu74nt on August 25, 2018, 07:24:15 PM
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=64155.0;attach=389394)
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,64155.msg1757614.html#msg1757614)
Post by: Lonewoodzman on September 05, 2018, 04:52:58 AM
Post by: Don Pablo on September 05, 2018, 08:15:22 AM
Post by: Lonewoodzman on September 05, 2018, 08:40:02 AM
Nicely done. :like:
Thanks. Just finished modding the small blade into a sloyd style blade for finer cuts.
Post by: TazzieRob on September 05, 2018, 01:37:01 PM
Nicely done. :like:
Thanks. Just finished modding the small blade into a sloyd style blade for finer cuts.
Great! Make sure to head over to the SAK Whittling Club thread when you start using it :tu:
Post by: Lonewoodzman on September 05, 2018, 05:14:10 PM
Nicely done. :like:
Thanks. Just finished modding the small blade into a sloyd style blade for finer cuts.
Great! Make sure to head over to the SAK Whittling Club thread when you start using it :tu:
I saw that and will definitely for sure. Thx!
Post by: Ron Who on September 19, 2018, 10:30:09 PM
Post by: FInixNOver on September 19, 2018, 10:58:48 PM
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Post by: Ron Who on September 20, 2018, 09:56:57 PM
Post by: FInixNOver on October 08, 2018, 12:52:43 PM
Two possibilities:
1 - One scale with toothpick + one scale with tweezers - 2.5mm thick each.
2 - One scale with toothpick and tweezers + one scale without tools - 2.5mm for the scale with tools and 1.5mm for the scale without tools.
Just need to polish the scales to complete the mod.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181008/5cd1532b163616ab862869d565b3e820.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181008/32ae01731de89380bb8e28d7baf1ffc5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181008/183e607715088b990fa9c22f71c8ed17.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181008/dd1ad8cc653ec00ff8580cb4c1282446.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181008/7b860f2682fb936d2d832649e89de53d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181008/e466a16cd1ea2673d55549d10c855a19.jpg)
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Post by: Don Pablo on October 08, 2018, 02:13:52 PM
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Post by: Don Pablo on October 18, 2018, 05:59:18 PM
Very nice. :drool: :like:
Post by: FInixNOver on October 18, 2018, 07:03:03 PM
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Post by: Andrew Rueger on October 19, 2018, 05:28:00 AM
How fast can you say MODDING SPREE?
Very nice. :drool: :like:
Yea kind of went nuts. Living in HK I have found a source of extremely cheap donor knives in a flea market. I am talking sub US$2 for recruits and $1.50 for the 58mm
Post by: Don Pablo on October 19, 2018, 09:28:54 AM
Post by: Huntsman on October 20, 2018, 10:11:00 AM
Post by: Andrew Rueger on October 24, 2018, 03:13:03 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on October 24, 2018, 03:48:16 PM
Post by: kottskrapa on October 24, 2018, 04:09:28 PM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: Huntsman on October 24, 2018, 10:40:30 PM
Does the Cadet have four pins like a 91mm? As normally it has no backtools - right?
What spring did you use for the Phillips? As presumably this was not from a Cadet?
Looks great
Post by: Andrew Rueger on October 25, 2018, 03:15:47 AM
Couple of questions @Andrew
Does the Cadet have four pins like a 91mm? As normally it has no backtools - right?
What spring did you use for the Phillips? As presumably this was not from a Cadet?
Looks great
@Huntsman
the cadet is built from the factory with 3 pins more similar to the 93mm models. To make this mod work there is a "floating" 4th pin that is counter sunk about 1mm or into the alox scales on either side, I also added the scale liner from the Small Tinker to add thickness to the scale with the phillips, you don't have to do this but the phillips will protrude out past the scale by a fair bit, it still isn't perfectly flush with the scale as built but it isn't annoying. This 4th pin holds in the springs with backside tools from sliding back and forth. I did it this way as I didn't want the 4th pin exposed as it would come out in the middle of the shield.
For the springs used the blade spring from a donor Small Tinker, again for the opener layer spring came from the Small Tinker. The spring for the scissors is a blade or opener layer spring (I cant remember) from an old style Recruit, no funny bumps and notches like the newer versions. The phillips rides the back side of the blade spring, and the awl is on the opener layer as they would be in a Small Tinker.
This all would be better with pictures I am sure, once I get started on projects I tend to get lost in them and never take pictures of what I am doing.
Post by: pfrsantos on October 25, 2018, 03:00:35 PM
How fast can you say MODDING SPREE?
Very nice. :drool: :like:
Yea kind of went nuts. Living in HK I have found a source of extremely cheap donor knives in a flea market. I am talking sub US$2 for recruits and $1.50 for the 58mm
Great! Keep the mods coming!
:tu: :tu: :salute:
Post by: pfrsantos on October 25, 2018, 03:01:28 PM
That mod is great! :drool: 8)
+1
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: FolderBeholder on November 12, 2018, 01:50:56 AM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4898/45815816241_3c5aec66e1.jpg)
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on November 12, 2018, 08:40:30 AM
(Edit: link added)
Post by: Huntsman on November 12, 2018, 09:39:52 AM
@ Dutchy - Depends what you started with !! ;) Was it a PX? - I can see scissors - I think.
And of course pliers - Cant see what is opposite the mag glass - A Phillips?
Post by: Don Pablo on November 12, 2018, 09:41:32 AM
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on November 12, 2018, 11:33:20 AM
Post by: FInixNOver on November 19, 2018, 02:53:07 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/5ed69599218e80569645ff76baae18a7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/337bd472a1d51dff9b2d21182855198e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/7c8bd5cdf1314f421252d1daee3c13f2.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/a63d0618f19e75c2eafe025c44d85c60.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/08333f19c637626bc6218a2527c75f7e.jpg)
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Post by: magentus on November 19, 2018, 03:07:24 PM
Post by: FInixNOver on November 19, 2018, 10:30:02 PM
... I mean, I actually did it, however, I'm not sure about keeping it like this... :dunno:
The same way I don't see myself EDC'ing a Swiss Champ on a regular basis, I'm also having difficulty to wrap my head around EDC'ing this build.
It came out bigger than I'd like it to be, even if it has all the tools I wanted it to have.
I'm considering the possibility of splitting it in 2 smaller ones, 1 with the absolute necessary tools to keep in my person at all times, and 1 with the remaining tools to keep in my backpack. I know... It defeats the purpose of building it in the first place... :facepalm:
Decisions, decisions...
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Post by: kottskrapa on November 19, 2018, 10:37:23 PM
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Post by: hiraethus on November 19, 2018, 10:54:53 PM
Taking a page out of Dutch_Tooler's book, I was going to build a mega 93mm SAK...
... I mean, I actually did it, however, I'm not sure about keeping it like this... :dunno:
The same way I don't see myself EDC'ing a Swiss Champ on a regular basis, I'm also having difficulty to wrap my head around EDC'ing this build.
It came out bigger than I'd like it to be, even if it has all the tools I wanted it to have.
I'm considering the possibility of splitting it in 2 smaller ones, 1 with the absolute necessary tools to keep in my person at all times, and 1 with the remaining tools to keep in my backpack. I know... It defeats the purpose of building it in the first place... :facepalm:
Decisions, decisions...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/366f511c98f6902c28e419be9a5aec10.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/6e9bf643ab127f1189269d4090e64c60.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/95bda6d58039ff68ce3eb55527eea62e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/5e8577c473eda4e46e0e5da7a563c68d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/eeb00b3c8091de041346b958ebcc1e1b.jpg)
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:like: :gimme:
Post by: magentus on November 20, 2018, 09:48:13 AM
Post by: gustophersmob on November 20, 2018, 07:22:52 PM
Well done :hatsoff:
Post by: Huntsman on November 21, 2018, 04:52:28 AM
Taking a page out of Dutch_Tooler's book, I was going to build a mega 93mm SAK...
... I mean, I actually did it, however, I'm not sure about keeping it like this...
The same way I don't see myself EDC'ing a Swiss Champ on a regular basis, I'm also having difficulty to wrap my head around EDC'ing this build.
It came out bigger than I'd like it to be, even if it has all the tools I wanted it to have.
I'm considering the possibility of splitting it in 2 smaller ones, 1 with the absolute necessary tools to keep in my person at all times, and 1 with the remaining tools to keep in my backpack. I know... It defeats the purpose of building it in the first place...
Decisions, decisions...
Funny ..... The EDC/mod dilemmas ..... It was all so much easier when I just had my single Huntsman and had never heard of EDC or mods or even other models !!
Whatever you decide - That is one impressive SAK and fantastic mod !!
Post by: Poncho65 on November 21, 2018, 12:15:30 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on November 21, 2018, 05:08:16 PM
Completed the rebuild of these 4 little guys with screws instead of brass/nickel pivots.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/5ed69599218e80569645ff76baae18a7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/337bd472a1d51dff9b2d21182855198e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/7c8bd5cdf1314f421252d1daee3c13f2.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/a63d0618f19e75c2eafe025c44d85c60.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/08333f19c637626bc6218a2527c75f7e.jpg)
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Awlsome! Do the screws hold the scales firmly in place ?
:tu: :tu:
Post by: FInixNOver on November 21, 2018, 08:19:56 PM
Indeed they do. However, since I'm using M1.6 screws it also needs nuts.Completed the rebuild of these 4 little guys with screws instead of brass/nickel pivots.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/5ed69599218e80569645ff76baae18a7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/337bd472a1d51dff9b2d21182855198e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/7c8bd5cdf1314f421252d1daee3c13f2.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/a63d0618f19e75c2eafe025c44d85c60.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181119/08333f19c637626bc6218a2527c75f7e.jpg)
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Awlsome! Do the screws hold the scales firmly in place ?
:tu: :tu:
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Post by: Dutch_Tooler on November 26, 2018, 08:49:49 AM
As for EDCing the 93mm, yeah, well, er... mine is a tad heavy and I'm sure yours is too (what with two main blades). I do occasionally pocket it though. Such as today (by pure chance).
Post by: FInixNOver on November 26, 2018, 11:13:51 AM
Very nice FlnixNOver :tu: :tu:Nice! I'm still tweaking mine, as in, not 100% completed yet.
As for EDCing the 93mm, yeah, well, er... mine is a tad heavy and I'm sure yours is too (what with two main blades). I do occasionally pocket it though. Such as today (by pure chance).
By any chance, do you have pictures of the modding you've made to the Phillips layer spring? Mine is a bit loose, and I'm wondering where I should have taken less material...
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Post by: samek on November 26, 2018, 11:45:49 AM
Yesterdays work:
Pioneer X + Pioneer 2018 limited edition + wood saw from 111 mm model, modifyed + little blade from 91 mm model + homemade stainless bail.
Tip of woodsaw is shaped to be a nailcleaner. Two big blades are a standard for »my« SAKs.
(http://i.imgur.com/NAWi3Lf.jpg) (https://imgur.com/NAWi3Lf)
(http://i.imgur.com/BilLN8f.jpg) (https://imgur.com/BilLN8f)
(http://i.imgur.com/9ZnEEob.jpg) (https://imgur.com/9ZnEEob)
(http://i.imgur.com/hleg4wn.jpg) (https://imgur.com/hleg4wn)
(http://i.imgur.com/uZnY1c3.jpg) (https://imgur.com/uZnY1c3)
(http://i.imgur.com/EoJLGre.jpg) (https://imgur.com/EoJLGre)
(http://i.imgur.com/p0CBDqu.jpg) (https://imgur.com/p0CBDqu)
(http://i.imgur.com/b2wcTwC.jpg) (https://imgur.com/b2wcTwC)
Samek
Post by: magentus on November 26, 2018, 11:48:30 AM
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on November 26, 2018, 12:30:18 PM
IIRC I didn't mod the spring except for increasing its tension slightly by bending it a little bit more using a vice and vice grip (with cloth in between the jaws and the spring).Very nice FlnixNOver :tu: :tu:Nice! I'm still tweaking mine, as in, not 100% completed yet.
As for EDCing the 93mm, yeah, well, er... mine is a tad heavy and I'm sure yours is too (what with two main blades). I do occasionally pocket it though. Such as today (by pure chance).
By any chance, do you have pictures of the modding you've made to the Phillips layer spring? Mine is a bit loose, and I'm wondering where I should have taken less material...
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Post by: Poncho65 on November 26, 2018, 12:43:09 PM
Great work samek! Love it :cheers:
+1 :iagree: :like: and so much lovely work in this thread :dd: :drool: :like:
Post by: FInixNOver on November 26, 2018, 12:52:17 PM
Now I'm confused... You used a main blade spring for this layer right?IIRC I didn't mod the spring except for increasing its tension slightly by bending it a little bit more using a vice and vice grip (with cloth in between the jaws and the spring).Very nice FlnixNOver :tu: :tu:Nice! I'm still tweaking mine, as in, not 100% completed yet.
As for EDCing the 93mm, yeah, well, er... mine is a tad heavy and I'm sure yours is too (what with two main blades). I do occasionally pocket it though. Such as today (by pure chance).
By any chance, do you have pictures of the modding you've made to the Phillips layer spring? Mine is a bit loose, and I'm wondering where I should have taken less material...
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Maybe the tools you used are from an older model, without the weird shape in the Phillips...
This is what I did to mine, but I took too much unfortunately... :facepalm:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181126/80ba710d3cd49c4f586cba8bb5b04105.jpg)
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Post by: FInixNOver on November 26, 2018, 12:53:01 PM
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Post by: Dutch_Tooler on November 26, 2018, 02:36:15 PM
Yesterdays work:
Pioneer X + Pioneer 2018 limited edition + wood saw from 111 mm model, modifyed + little blade from 91 mm model + homemade stainless bail.
Tip of woodsaw is shaped to be a nailcleaner. Two big blades are a standard for »my« SAKs.
(http://i.imgur.com/NAWi3Lf.jpg) (https://imgur.com/NAWi3Lf)
(http://i.imgur.com/BilLN8f.jpg) (https://imgur.com/BilLN8f)
(http://i.imgur.com/9ZnEEob.jpg) (https://imgur.com/9ZnEEob)
(http://i.imgur.com/hleg4wn.jpg) (https://imgur.com/hleg4wn)
(http://i.imgur.com/uZnY1c3.jpg) (https://imgur.com/uZnY1c3)
(http://i.imgur.com/EoJLGre.jpg) (https://imgur.com/EoJLGre)
(http://i.imgur.com/p0CBDqu.jpg) (https://imgur.com/p0CBDqu)
(http://i.imgur.com/b2wcTwC.jpg) (https://imgur.com/b2wcTwC)
Samek
That is very nice samek :tu: :like: :drool:
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on November 26, 2018, 02:43:38 PM
Hmmm... Pretty sure I took something off the Phillips and maybe the magnifier, but I left the spring alone (yup, a main blade spring).Now I'm confused... You used a main blade spring for this layer right?IIRC I didn't mod the spring except for increasing its tension slightly by bending it a little bit more using a vice and vice grip (with cloth in between the jaws and the spring).Very nice FlnixNOver :tu: :tu:Nice! I'm still tweaking mine, as in, not 100% completed yet.
As for EDCing the 93mm, yeah, well, er... mine is a tad heavy and I'm sure yours is too (what with two main blades). I do occasionally pocket it though. Such as today (by pure chance).
By any chance, do you have pictures of the modding you've made to the Phillips layer spring? Mine is a bit loose, and I'm wondering where I should have taken less material...
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Maybe the tools you used are from an older model, without the weird shape in the Phillips...
This is what I did to mine, but I took too much unfortunately... :facepalm:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181126/80ba710d3cd49c4f586cba8bb5b04105.jpg)
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One should generally beware of grinding the springs as these are heat-treated for hardness, and the heat treatment dissippates when you apply heat again, such as when grinding. This might explain the loss of tension too. In any case the surface will now not be as hard as originally, and the Phillips will probably cause wear on the spring's surface.
Post by: FInixNOver on November 26, 2018, 02:52:20 PM
I used a file to take out the material, so, I don't think it lost much in terms of hardness, but, nevertheless, I may work on the Phillips instead, and use a new spring... I'll report back once it's done.Hmmm... Pretty sure I took something off the Phillips and maybe the magnifier, but I left the spring alone (yup, a main blade spring).Now I'm confused... You used a main blade spring for this layer right?IIRC I didn't mod the spring except for increasing its tension slightly by bending it a little bit more using a vice and vice grip (with cloth in between the jaws and the spring).Very nice FlnixNOver :tu: :tu:Nice! I'm still tweaking mine, as in, not 100% completed yet.
As for EDCing the 93mm, yeah, well, er... mine is a tad heavy and I'm sure yours is too (what with two main blades). I do occasionally pocket it though. Such as today (by pure chance).
By any chance, do you have pictures of the modding you've made to the Phillips layer spring? Mine is a bit loose, and I'm wondering where I should have taken less material...
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Maybe the tools you used are from an older model, without the weird shape in the Phillips...
This is what I did to mine, but I took too much unfortunately... :facepalm:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181126/80ba710d3cd49c4f586cba8bb5b04105.jpg)
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One should generally beware of grinding the springs as these are heat-treated for hardness, and the heat treatment dissippates when you apply heat again, such as when grinding. This might explain the loss of tension too. In any case the surface will now not be as hard as originally, and the Phillips will probably cause wear on the spring's surface.
Almost forgot... Thanks for sharing the knowledge! :cheers:
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Post by: Dutch_Tooler on November 26, 2018, 03:04:45 PM
Post by: Myron on December 01, 2018, 02:40:57 AM
Yesterdays work:
Pioneer X + Pioneer 2018 limited edition + wood saw from 111 mm model, modifyed + little blade from 91 mm model + homemade stainless bail.
Tip of woodsaw is shaped to be a nailcleaner. Two big blades are a standard for »my« SAKs.
Samek
Hi Samek,
Beautiful work! Would you mind sharing your technique for making the rivet heads of your pins look so nice? It almost looks like they are formed.
Any tips you could share with a rookie? :)
Thanks,
Myron
Post by: armi101 on December 23, 2018, 10:38:54 PM
It's a custom for my dad. It's a compact with a upgraded 20,000mcd led and screwdriver.
Post by: Nix on December 24, 2018, 12:26:07 AM
Post by: Toppskarven . on December 25, 2018, 11:55:17 AM
I put this in its own thread. But I would make more sense here.Upgrading LED??? Tell me more! :Popcorn:
It's a custom for my dad. It's a compact with a upgraded 20,000mcd led and screwdriver.
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Post by: Toppskarven . on December 25, 2018, 11:58:51 AM
I put this in its own thread. But I would make more sense here.Upgraded LED??? Tell me more! :popcorn:
It's a custom for my dad. It's a compact with a upgraded 20,000mcd led and screwdriver.
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Post by: armi101 on December 25, 2018, 11:59:55 PM
It's a 3 mm led. 20,000mcd seems to be more common but I did order 30,000mcd but they didnt arrive yet. They are very inexpensive.
Once disassembled it's about 2 bends in the wire. Then replace the batteries.
It actually works like a little flashlight now. They will get less bright over time, but they should last for a very long time.
I wish is was a better story.
Post by: FInixNOver on December 26, 2018, 12:31:16 AM
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Post by: armi101 on December 26, 2018, 07:23:16 AM
Post by: El Corkscrew on December 26, 2018, 07:31:19 AM
This is the only other pic I took. I'll have to do more next time.:like: :like: :tu: first time I've seen that done :tu:
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on December 27, 2018, 03:51:55 PM
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=80133.0;attach=414863)
Post by: gustophersmob on January 01, 2019, 03:11:59 PM
I had no use for most of the tools on the minichamp, and I also wanted the screwdriver tipped nail file, so I used both to make one. Also the Minichamps blades were bunged up.
Also notice I swapped the location of the blade and nail file from how they are normally on a rambler. I use the nail file more than the blade on this size knife, so I wanted it to open away from the keyring
Post by: jaya_man on January 01, 2019, 03:19:07 PM
That’s the beauty of mods... Suit it to whatever our needs are...
Post by: kottskrapa on January 01, 2019, 06:06:22 PM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: FInixNOver on January 01, 2019, 10:27:50 PM
It has all the tools I wanted and pivots/screws construction. It's actually still a work in progress, since the snap is not great on all the tools and the access to some of them is not the best.
I also wanted to fit it with a pocket clip, but it's just too bulky to have it on the to of the pocket so, decided to go with a dangler instead.
So far, I'm happy with it, and today is the first day carrying it.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190101/5eb11f4c6d9b4d67f55cdd858c4ce517.jpg)
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Post by: El Corkscrew on January 02, 2019, 05:38:11 AM
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on January 02, 2019, 08:47:28 AM
Post by: kottskrapa on January 02, 2019, 08:51:34 AM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: jaya_man on January 03, 2019, 11:00:50 AM
This definitely has got to be the thickest stack I’ve built... I basically mutilated my bladeless mod and added the bit driver from a CT34 and added back the fish scaler (which was still lying in my parts box)...
I present to you the Bladeless CyberChamp... :cheers:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190103/1e7b9dadc98b8f6741c647bee954cdf7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190103/eacfe8884fdef507288c3d58153ef4a6.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190103/1a8926365c83720b50f37c6eb975ff9e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190103/a226bce68faf4704066f3a6ab477a456.jpg)
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on January 03, 2019, 11:20:32 AM
Very nice jaya_man :tu: (but then I'm partial to massive mods :D)
Post by: kottskrapa on January 03, 2019, 11:31:40 AM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: jaya_man on January 03, 2019, 12:54:33 PM
Post by: magentus on January 03, 2019, 03:18:47 PM
Post by: jaya_man on January 03, 2019, 03:25:26 PM
Post by: kottskrapa on January 04, 2019, 02:25:57 PM
Not proud about the peening and I'm not sure if I'm going to fix it or not.. But it's practice before doing my 93mm expedition
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190104/b5725d4e6e522c088ef174290930f705.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190104/dbc17daf31a66387ed5160abee319645.jpg)
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Post by: jaya_man on January 04, 2019, 03:14:12 PM
Expedition?
Large blade/awl
Wood saw
metal file
scissors
Inline philips oppposite openers
If so, that would be my other dream build...
:popcorn:
Post by: kottskrapa on January 04, 2019, 10:43:26 PM
Large blade/awl
Saw
Phillips / mag
Opening layer
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: kottskrapa on January 12, 2019, 03:19:51 PM
The yellow "expedition" was the first I did and are the tools I like and use the most
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190112/448392948f0c64d477ad3ce229b2fa09.jpg)
After that I did a bladeless to be able to have a SAK where a blade are big NO like at the bar and other festivities and I wanted the full opening layer
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190112/010df5c50c01652eec9ad8d88e0dc38b.jpg)
Then was going to make an alox version of the yellow one but I missed to drill out the Phillips to go with the 3mm pin so out of frustration and practice I made an bladeless alox
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190112/19decf9aea478b635074679cfde06849.jpg)
The size and weight of the alox version is just perfect! Feels really good in the hand and for use
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190112/6feaa289b440473ce98a707f4c8dc70e.jpg)
So here they are.. I do have some more plans, but we will se when they will be made. Mostly for fun and no real need
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190112/67d355a2da40937e915aefd82267170c.jpg)
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: jaya_man on January 12, 2019, 04:51:02 PM
Post by: kottskrapa on January 12, 2019, 06:13:17 PM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: kottskrapa on January 30, 2019, 02:25:41 AM
Lots of names that I don't recognize from before I became a member that has really done some great work!
I also realized that the mods I have done has been done before and if I just taken the time to go through this thread I would have had most of the answers that I was looking for.. Saved some pics of the tools layout for future reference too..
Took to long to go through it again but for everyone that hasn't been following it from the beginning I truly recommend it
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: hiraethus on January 30, 2019, 02:25:20 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on January 30, 2019, 07:18:18 PM
Another bladeless and in contrast to the previous from jaya_man this is on the thin side.Just saw this.
Not proud about the peening and I'm not sure if I'm going to fix it or not.. But it's practice before doing my 93mm expedition
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190104/b5725d4e6e522c088ef174290930f705.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190104/dbc17daf31a66387ed5160abee319645.jpg)
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Nice, great mod, I like it! :cheers:
Post by: kottskrapa on January 31, 2019, 10:11:06 AM
Thanks!Another bladeless and in contrast to the previous from jaya_man this is on the thin side.Just saw this.
Not proud about the peening and I'm not sure if I'm going to fix it or not.. But it's practice before doing my 93mm expedition
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190104/b5725d4e6e522c088ef174290930f705.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190104/dbc17daf31a66387ed5160abee319645.jpg)
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Nice, great mod, I like it! :cheers:
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: jaya_man on February 07, 2019, 01:50:55 AM
The scissor came from an 84mm with broken backspring... A Golfer I think... For this build, I retained the stopper from an 84mm and used and combined it with that from an old 91mm scissor backspring...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190207/28e1224f4e6e73724704b468ba505a8b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190207/c9a87f2e6988be29f72ae609d6b37786.jpg)
Disassembled a cadet alox and swapped the opener layer with the completed scissors layer... Now I get a Voyageur...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190207/1ee8de8fd1930b21b7adad389195bece.jpg)
This baby will now be my designated dress SAK for carry on formal occassions... Silver looks nice I must say...
Post by: magentus on February 07, 2019, 10:36:53 AM
Post by: jaya_man on February 07, 2019, 10:53:45 AM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 29, 2019, 12:14:33 AM
JR
Post by: MadPlumbarian on May 01, 2019, 03:08:09 AM
Tools include:
Blade / Nail file
Scissors (serrated)
Philips / carabiner
Saw
Can / bottle opener
Back side:
Awl
Philips
As you can see I have a bonus part, a hex key, now I’m not big on having double parts and I could use this to replace the Philips on the back but for what?
Anyway here’s some pics
JR
Post by: kottskrapa on May 01, 2019, 09:34:49 AM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: m47mu74nt on June 02, 2019, 10:01:55 AM
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=64155.0;attach=435772)
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=64155.0;attach=435770)
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=64155.0;attach=435768)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on June 02, 2019, 04:52:56 PM
JR
Post by: m47mu74nt on June 02, 2019, 05:55:26 PM
Very nice! :tu:
JR
thank you !
here is a pic opened :
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=64155.0;attach=435960)
Post by: kottskrapa on June 02, 2019, 06:13:22 PM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: rewsio on June 11, 2019, 05:30:59 PM
Anyone tried adding a mod to the awl, feels like it would hold a mod?
Post by: rewsio on June 12, 2019, 09:19:09 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on June 12, 2019, 09:47:34 PM
How will you make it fit?
Post by: rewsio on June 13, 2019, 02:06:19 AM
But, for this one it'd be nice if it slightly locked on, I have 6 sporks, I've ordered a crucible. :facepalm:
Post by: jph_777 on June 20, 2019, 08:53:27 PM
Post by: Max Stone on June 20, 2019, 10:03:33 PM
Shame Victorinox discontinued all the combo tool 91mm SAKs, save the Compact. 😥
Post by: FInixNOver on July 07, 2019, 08:46:10 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190707/4c43ff1e041ac2ce8b51a521d5aea02e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190707/976c158dfb59fbb36e8abce0e47d9bd0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190707/88d689e8692419b0e5e6e469d42475e4.jpg)
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Post by: m47mu74nt on July 07, 2019, 10:09:31 PM
a lot simpler on my side : a SuperDeluxe Angler for someone that like going fishing (it is an Angler with an added wood saw blade), made out of a 2005+ Swisschamp
Post by: FInixNOver on July 08, 2019, 12:57:51 AM
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Post by: Aragorn on August 07, 2019, 12:31:49 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/X0XBAgsl.jpg)
Post by: jaya_man on August 07, 2019, 01:57:00 AM
Post by: pfrsantos on August 07, 2019, 04:45:08 PM
I've been carrying these two for the last few weeks.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190707/4c43ff1e041ac2ce8b51a521d5aea02e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190707/976c158dfb59fbb36e8abce0e47d9bd0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190707/88d689e8692419b0e5e6e469d42475e4.jpg)
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Awlsome! What do you call the first one? A CEO?
:D :D
Is the second one a Syph model? Or did you do it yourself?
:tu: :tu:
Post by: FInixNOver on August 07, 2019, 04:56:58 PM
Awlsome! What do you call the first one? A CEO?Didn't really have a name for it, but I do like CEO!
:D :D
Is the second one a Syph model? Or did you do it yourself?
:tu: :tu:
And the second one doesn't even come close to resemble something made by Syph, but I'm flattered!!
It looks rougher in person.
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Post by: chewbacca on August 08, 2019, 09:27:53 PM
Back in April I bought a damaged Fieldguide on EvilBay, which I had planned on rebuilding and using as the fob on my work key ring. While I was lurking and learning about modding SAK's I started carrying a Mountaineer as my work key fob. Based on that knife, I decided I could deal with a 4-layer knife, so I decided to add a saw. With a Ranger donor, I dove right in. There may already be a name out there for this combination, but I like Trailguide + Fieldmaster = Field Guide.
I added emerald PLUS scales to finish it off.
Post by: Max Stone on August 08, 2019, 10:26:09 PM
Post by: Sos24 on August 09, 2019, 12:15:44 AM
Post by: kottskrapa on August 09, 2019, 12:28:04 AM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: jaya_man on August 09, 2019, 01:55:35 AM
Knew someone built the same configuration and called it the Compact Master Craftsman... But Fieldguide sounds way cooler...
Welcome to :MTO:
Post by: chewbacca on August 09, 2019, 03:23:04 PM
Thanks for the warm welcome.
Post by: pfrsantos on August 09, 2019, 03:56:00 PM
This is my first post here. I have been lurking for a few months.
Back in April I bought a damaged Fieldguide on EvilBay, which I had planned on rebuilding and using as the fob on my work key ring. While I was lurking and learning about modding SAK's I started carrying a Mountaineer as my work key fob. Based on that knife, I decided I could deal with a 4-layer knife, so I decided to add a saw. With a Ranger donor, I dove right in. There may already be a name out there for this combination, but I like Trailguide + Fieldmaster = Field Guide.
I added emerald PLUS scales to finish it off.
Meh... not bad, but I'd call it a Trailmaster...
:pok: :pok:
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J/K, great work and beautiful knife! Well done!
:cheers: :tu:
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: Ron Who on August 15, 2019, 08:11:37 PM
Post by: comis on August 15, 2019, 08:37:23 PM
The Green Hornet
Ron, that's cool! What did you put behind the large blade/combo tool layer? A hook? Or did you just cut short a corkscrew as spacer? :pok: :D
Post by: Ron Who on August 15, 2019, 09:08:17 PM
Ron, that's cool! What did you put behind the large blade/combo tool layer? A hook? Or did you just cut short a corkscrew as spacer? :pok: :DI did think of cutting short the other corkscrew, but Mags, who built this for me, fit in a reamer/awl. It´s recessed too deep and you can´t get it out but it´s a nice spacer.
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on August 15, 2019, 11:28:07 PM
Both greenies are awesome Saks.
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Post by: pfrsantos on August 21, 2019, 12:29:33 PM
Didn't really have a name for it, but I do like CEO!
And the second one doesn't even come close to resemble something made by Syph, but I'm flattered!!
It looks rougher in person.
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Aceitas encomendas? Tenho algumas combinações em mente, mas ainda não cheguei à combinação ideal. Acho que não tenho jeito (ou ferramentas) suficiente para ser eu a montar o produto final...
:-\ :salute:
Post by: FInixNOver on August 21, 2019, 12:42:40 PM
Aceitas encomendas? Tenho algumas combinações em mente, mas ainda não cheguei à combinação ideal. Acho que não tenho jeito (ou ferramentas) suficiente para ser eu a montar o produto final...PM sent ;)
:-\ :salute:
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Post by: pfrsantos on August 22, 2019, 07:17:07 PM
PM sent ;)
Sent from my Redmi Note 5
:cheers: :hatsoff:
Post by: jph_777 on August 25, 2019, 09:21:49 PM
Post by: chewbacca on October 28, 2019, 10:24:10 PM
Post by: Max Stone on October 29, 2019, 05:55:23 AM
Post by: kottskrapa on October 29, 2019, 09:25:08 AM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: chewbacca on October 29, 2019, 03:38:10 PM
Post by: chewbacca on October 29, 2019, 03:50:00 PM
Donors were a Deluxe Tinker and a file layer from a Ranger. Orange scale was from a color twin Spartan combined with one new sapphire PLUS scale.
Post by: decustomforge on November 12, 2019, 04:55:06 PM
Post by: kottskrapa on November 12, 2019, 05:08:46 PM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: decustomforge on November 12, 2019, 05:16:48 PM
Post by: kottskrapa on November 12, 2019, 08:07:05 PM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: Sakpan74Gr on November 25, 2019, 01:58:13 PM
I'm not a fan of the nail file, although I can understand why many people like it. So I thought I could turn it into something more useful.
I used my Dremel 3000 to cut the tip, and then added an edge chisel grind, leaving a bit untouched to be able to choke on the blade without out cutting my self.
Then I used the Spyderco Triangle Sharpmaker for a bit of sharpening, and here is the result.
I chose a tanto style tip, because I can use the long edge as a knife, the small edge as a scrapper, and the tip, when held upside down as clam shell package opener (push cutting). The other tip is good for draw cutting.
It needs a bit of touch up of course.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191125/86af259cff8be49c7d3b090b4a26fd31.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191125/ebb5d4af10473cdfeaef2de334b96a8d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191125/d26ab1c16c170961ac0f4449f817f847.jpg)
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Post by: Huntsman on November 25, 2019, 11:12:15 PM
Make sure you use the right side - if you do use the nail file as a nail file !! :pok:
Post by: Huntsman on November 25, 2019, 11:14:11 PM
Custom Titanium Workchamp 111 mmNice - Anything else custom - Or just the scales
Post by: Sos24 on November 25, 2019, 11:49:32 PM
Hi guys!
I'm not a fan of the nail file, although I can understand why many people like it. So I thought I could turn it into something more useful.
I used my Dremel 3000 to cut the tip, and then added an edge chisel grind, leaving a bit untouched to be able to choke on the blade without out cutting my self.
Then I used the Spyderco Triangle Sharpmaker for a bit of sharpening, and here is the result.
I chose a tanto style tip, because I can use the long edge as a knife, the small edge as a scrapper, and the tip, when held upside down as clam shell package opener (push cutting). The other tip is good for draw cutting.
It needs a bit of touch up of course.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191125/86af259cff8be49c7d3b090b4a26fd31.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191125/ebb5d4af10473cdfeaef2de334b96a8d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191125/d26ab1c16c170961ac0f4449f817f847.jpg)
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That is a nice mod. I don’t have many SAKs with nail files,but like that use.
Post by: m47mu74nt on December 01, 2019, 08:27:49 PM
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=74796.0;attach=460176)
Post by: Rapidray on December 02, 2019, 04:07:13 AM
Custom Titanium Workchamp 111 mmThats very nice looking! :cheers:
Post by: Rapidray on December 02, 2019, 04:07:54 AM
Custom Titanium Wenger Voyager .. along with its genuine Titanium 1 brotherNice looking Custom! :cheers:
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=74796.0;attach=460176)
Post by: FInixNOver on December 24, 2019, 10:39:55 PM
This really is a great combination of tools!
The pruner blade needed a little trimming
to fit opposite to the Phillips. Other than that it worked out pretty cool!Merry Xmas every1!!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191224/49cb9118d514ccb881ce459573385413.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191224/229a89f63a2bde0093f57df1fc9ce318.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191224/1b5d1aecc86fb8502aa717d689dde700.jpg)
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Post by: Sos24 on December 24, 2019, 11:03:14 PM
Took a page out of Jaya_man's book and his Jalox, but with a twist.
This really is a great combination of tools!
The pruner blade needed a little trimming
Merry Xmas every1!!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191224/49cb9118d514ccb881ce459573385413.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191224/229a89f63a2bde0093f57df1fc9ce318.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191224/1b5d1aecc86fb8502aa717d689dde700.jpg)
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Very nice Mod with a great toolset.
Post by: kottskrapa on December 25, 2019, 10:47:16 AM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: chewbacca on January 06, 2020, 06:17:57 PM
:like:
Post by: chewbacca on January 06, 2020, 06:19:14 PM
Post by: FInixNOver on January 07, 2020, 02:35:21 PM
Took the sak apart and polished the scales to show the raw titanium. Was going to heat anodize them to a different color, but decided to leave it like this for a while!
I quite like it!
The before and after pictures.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200107/3d1f7eff0af9bd261f8151aa9d67b5c8.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200107/0fcad427326ca24e1c9f992b5ab71fc6.jpg)
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Post by: kottskrapa on January 07, 2020, 03:16:59 PM
Post by: FInixNOver on January 07, 2020, 03:51:56 PM
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Post by: chewbacca on January 07, 2020, 06:09:08 PM
That is a spectacular set of tools.
Post by: jaya_man on January 09, 2020, 09:22:07 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200109/94c8db9c9c5baa4c61f2a258b4e3eeb0.jpg)
But that will happen when I have more free time... The wenger tools needs shortening, shaping and relocating the pivot hole...
Rather than letting the remaining tools get unused, I made a custom 65mm... Wenger Rogue? (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200109/6f3ad85b99a7e0f883ca2c948174f7d4.jpg)
Post by: Don Pablo on January 09, 2020, 09:54:33 AM
Here is an 84mm that I made for my wife using some 58mm tools as back tools.Way to go! :like:
Sounds like a great way to get extra tools like scissors without adding more layers.
Post by: Don Pablo on January 09, 2020, 09:55:17 AM
Dismantled a Wenger PTC with the intention of adding the awl and eye-glass sd to my minichamp edc...That's new. :like:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200109/94c8db9c9c5baa4c61f2a258b4e3eeb0.jpg)
But that will happen when I have more free time... The wenger tools needs shortening, shaping and relocating the pivot hole...
Rather than letting the remaining tools get unused, I made a custom 65mm... Wenger Rogue? (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200109/6f3ad85b99a7e0f883ca2c948174f7d4.jpg)
Post by: jaya_man on January 10, 2020, 04:52:04 AM
Post by: jaya_man on January 11, 2020, 07:55:47 AM
At last my Jedi Mini Tool Chest is now complete...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200111/eb4630da76bb9c370f82e9af6f59b211.jpg)
Details here:
https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?topic=83709.0
Post by: Don Pablo on January 11, 2020, 01:04:02 PM
Post by: jaya_man on January 11, 2020, 03:33:11 PM
Post by: SirVicaLot on January 11, 2020, 03:43:47 PM
That's some cool work! :drool:
:iagree: :like:
Post by: jph_777 on January 29, 2020, 08:47:23 PM
Post by: jph_777 on January 29, 2020, 09:18:09 PM
Post by: armi101 on January 31, 2020, 04:25:40 AM
Post by: Sneider on February 08, 2020, 09:36:09 PM
Before:
(https://up.picr.de/36112758gx.jpeg)
And after the modification
(https://up.picr.de/37791220vu.jpeg)
(https://up.picr.de/37791216qs.jpeg)
Post by: zoidberg on February 08, 2020, 09:48:36 PM
At last, there is calm...
That is awesome. :tu: :like:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 08, 2020, 10:23:38 PM
JR
Post by: FInixNOver on February 08, 2020, 10:34:26 PM
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Post by: magentus on February 08, 2020, 10:40:24 PM
Love the hammer too. In fact, great post all round :D
Post by: Sneider on February 08, 2020, 11:33:06 PM
I love this hammer too. The rivet heads can be wonderfully shaped with it.
Post by: kottskrapa on February 08, 2020, 11:44:02 PM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: Rapidray on February 09, 2020, 12:07:13 AM
and as everyone has mentioned...the hammer! I have never seen one like that before. Any information you can share and is there a rhyme or reason to the shape of the wood? Thanks :cheers:
Post by: Sneider on February 09, 2020, 06:17:02 AM
Great mod :like: :cheers:
and as everyone has mentioned...the hammer! I have never seen one like that before. Any information you can share and is there a rhyme or reason to the shape of the wood? Thanks :cheers:
Thanks. This is a embossing hammer. I only know that he is very old and wonderful to hold. Working with it is a different world than with a normal handle shape.
Post by: samek on February 10, 2020, 10:56:51 AM
(http://i.imgur.com/vAh7WZV.jpg) (https://imgur.com/vAh7WZV)
(http://i.imgur.com/w2JxfrU.jpg) (https://imgur.com/w2JxfrU)
(http://i.imgur.com/Y30XJK5.jpg) (https://imgur.com/Y30XJK5)
(http://i.imgur.com/1QjPBR8.jpg) (https://imgur.com/1QjPBR8)
(http://i.imgur.com/W7coT57.jpg) (https://imgur.com/W7coT57)
(http://i.imgur.com/S69CTDV.jpg) (https://imgur.com/S69CTDV)
Samek
Post by: kottskrapa on February 10, 2020, 04:06:44 PM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: Sneider on February 10, 2020, 06:52:50 PM
:like:
Post by: magentus on February 10, 2020, 09:32:01 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on February 10, 2020, 09:35:23 PM
Ranger with nickel silver scales and brass pins.That's the stuff of beauty. :drool:
(http://i.imgur.com/vAh7WZV.jpg) (https://imgur.com/vAh7WZV)
(http://i.imgur.com/w2JxfrU.jpg) (https://imgur.com/w2JxfrU)
(http://i.imgur.com/Y30XJK5.jpg) (https://imgur.com/Y30XJK5)
(http://i.imgur.com/1QjPBR8.jpg) (https://imgur.com/1QjPBR8)
(http://i.imgur.com/W7coT57.jpg) (https://imgur.com/W7coT57)
(http://i.imgur.com/S69CTDV.jpg) (https://imgur.com/S69CTDV)
Samek
Post by: jph_777 on February 12, 2020, 09:39:11 PM
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on February 13, 2020, 07:55:51 AM
Post by: theirishrussian on February 14, 2020, 03:54:08 AM
Post by: Aloha on February 14, 2020, 02:54:03 PM
Post by: Rapidray on February 14, 2020, 03:49:06 PM
Thanks. This is a embossing hammer. I only know that he is very old and wonderful to hold. Working with it is a different world than with a normal handle shape.Thanks :cheers:
Post by: Rapidray on February 14, 2020, 03:53:33 PM
Ranger with nickel silver scales and brass pins.Oh boy, that is :dd: :drool:
Samek
Nuff said :cheers: :hatsoff:
Post by: chewbacca on February 16, 2020, 05:18:16 AM
Eagle Scout front scale and Plus Back scale for a young man from my sons' Troop for his Eagle Court of Honor tomorrow.
Post by: Max Stone on February 16, 2020, 07:59:18 AM
Post by: jph_777 on February 16, 2020, 05:07:39 PM
Post by: Max Stone on February 16, 2020, 10:18:48 PM
Post by: chewbacca on February 17, 2020, 11:23:14 PM
Post by: jaya_man on March 15, 2020, 06:58:27 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200315/9364dee5401f688365f43417a2a7c0f7.jpg)
Post by: Max Stone on March 15, 2020, 01:47:10 PM
Post by: jaya_man on March 15, 2020, 06:05:36 PM
I might have shared the blown up sak pic of the Locksmith in the dedicated thread...
Post by: jaya_man on March 15, 2020, 06:11:09 PM
https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,81046.msg2069213.html#msg2069213
Post by: AV8R01 on March 15, 2020, 07:44:17 PM
Post by: Huntsman on March 16, 2020, 02:03:50 AM
This is deffo the best thread for this particular post ! :tu:
Here is my reply from the other thread:
Cybertool XL
Cybertool XLT
Cybertool II
Cybertool 51 (I think 10 is the Victorinox no of funtions provided by the Cybertool)
All a bit boring and not very creative :pok:
Post by: AV8R01 on March 16, 2020, 03:40:46 AM
@Sir AV8 - Please try and avoid making the same post in two different threads - Best to keep one topic all together
This is deffo the best thread for this particular post ! :tu:
Here is my reply from the other thread:
Cybertool XL
Cybertool XLT
Cybertool II
Cybertool 51 (I think 10 is the Victorinox no of funtions provided by the Cybertool)
All a bit boring and not very creative :pok:
I know, I'm sorry, I've only been on here for a couple days now and am still learning where everything is at. Is there a way I can take down the post on the other topic? Also thanks for the suggestions! I was thinking Cybertool XL myself but Cybertool 51 sounds way better! Also, dumb question, I tried counting all the functions myself, and got to 48ish. How did you get 51? Thanks for the input!
Post by: Huntsman on March 16, 2020, 06:15:22 AM
Yes I can delete those posts - So will do so as I have your permission !
Yes Cybertool functions - Always a tricky one - I have tried a few times myself to get to 41 !!! :dunno:
Here is Victorinox's own list of Cybertool L (ex-41) functions - And they only claim 39 now !! :)
Maybe if you said the:
1. Reamer, punch and sewing awl
was a
1. Reamer
2. Punch
3. Sewing awl
You'd get to the 41 :rofl:
Post by: Huntsman on March 16, 2020, 06:18:18 AM
For sure the second set of bit drivers are new functions - But can the second driver itself and its female wrenches be counted twice :dunno: :D
Post by: AV8R01 on March 16, 2020, 01:30:58 PM
Post by: AV8R01 on March 19, 2020, 03:34:25 AM
Post by: Edi on March 23, 2020, 03:17:51 PM
80% with the Sportsman's awl, the rest with the heated hex and the Sportsman's blade. It doesn't look fantastic but i'll get green scales eventually, so...
Post by: Edi on March 23, 2020, 03:18:32 PM
Post by: Edi on March 23, 2020, 05:56:05 PM
Post by: smiller43147 on March 23, 2020, 07:35:56 PM
Post by: Edi on March 23, 2020, 09:57:27 PM
Post by: Edi on March 23, 2020, 09:59:32 PM
Post by: smiller43147 on March 24, 2020, 01:06:37 AM
Nope. It actually fell off when i pulled a hex out. And i was like: wtf is this!?So it is the magnet that holds in the bits, the adhesive holding it in place loosened from the heat, and it came out with that bit.
Post by: jaya_man on April 21, 2020, 03:58:46 AM
Post by: SirVicaLot on April 21, 2020, 05:18:28 AM
Post by: Max Stone on April 21, 2020, 07:59:09 AM
Post by: jaya_man on April 21, 2020, 09:40:36 AM
Post by: faca on April 22, 2020, 03:11:43 PM
The one with bone scales is acid washed to give this vintage looks to metal.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200422/fce3ec978aa8efe597f661f623ee809c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200422/cca9fb5ec5ea98ab3aea254c312b2a0e.jpg)
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Post by: faca on April 22, 2020, 03:19:44 PM
This bone is cow bone from my butcher
.I acid wash the metals to give vintage looks.
Sorry no process pics but the most difficult part was to carve the holes for pins giving enough deepnes but not breaking the bone.
Quite happy with final result.
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Post by: Reinier on April 22, 2020, 04:34:43 PM
Post by: Max Stone on April 22, 2020, 11:05:51 PM
Post by: jaya_man on May 06, 2020, 04:02:15 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200506/39b3bf1a451aac01e3a95fef4b443219.jpg)
Might try to do the same to an Executive 74mm frame... just need to hunt for parts...
Post by: Don Pablo on May 06, 2020, 04:12:34 PM
Post by: jaya_man on May 06, 2020, 04:16:50 PM
Post by: o_6 on May 13, 2020, 08:57:14 AM
Post by: SirVicaLot on May 13, 2020, 03:38:40 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on May 13, 2020, 07:12:33 PM
Very cool scales! :like: 8)
Very nice set of tools, too!
:tu: :tu:
Post by: rfogle on May 14, 2020, 02:49:54 PM
Here's my daily driver, a Classic SD with brass scales made my me, put together with stainless steel hardware. I put it together "backwards" because I use the knife more than the scissors, and it has always bothered me a bit the the knife points toward the keyring. Next up I'm working on a Waiter with a pocket clip, which I think would be the perfect picnic knife.
(https://i.imgur.com/WQzqsr6.jpg)
Post by: SirVicaLot on May 14, 2020, 03:29:45 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on May 14, 2020, 05:29:55 PM
That looks nice! Could we see a close-up of the classic please? :popcorn:
+1 and +1
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: m47mu74nt on May 14, 2020, 06:54:14 PM
(https://i.redd.it/ewlg78pdklx41.jpg)
THIS is way nicer than my own TrailGuide interpretations !!
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=64155.0;attach=387893)
but mine has a chisel instead :whistle:
Post by: rfogle on May 14, 2020, 07:28:59 PM
That looks nice! Could we see a close-up of the classic please? :popcorn:
Here ya go :)
It occurred to me this morning that if I put the knife on the other side, I could have it go the direction I wanted while keeping the "Victorinox" stamping on the front. The way it is now, the stamping is on the back. I'll have to remember that for the next one!
(https://i.imgur.com/7lD4Kh2.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/eYaMo2A.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/6xC7LKP.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/5CX6GN7.jpg)
Post by: pfrsantos on May 14, 2020, 07:58:07 PM
Here ya go :)
It occurred to me this morning that if I put the knife on the other side, I could have it go the direction I wanted while keeping the "Victorinox" stamping on the front. The way it is now, the stamping is on the back. I'll have to remember that for the next one!
(https://i.imgur.com/7lD4Kh2.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/eYaMo2A.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/6xC7LKP.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/5CX6GN7.jpg)
Can't you just unscrew the scale and turn it around? The alignment is pretty much the same, right?
:think: :think:
Post by: SirVicaLot on May 14, 2020, 09:21:40 PM
Here ya go :)
It occurred to me this morning that if I put the knife on the other side, I could have it go the direction I wanted while keeping the "Victorinox" stamping on the front. The way it is now, the stamping is on the back. I'll have to remember that for the next one!
(https://i.imgur.com/7lD4Kh2.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/eYaMo2A.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/6xC7LKP.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/5CX6GN7.jpg)
Very nice, thank you! :cheers:
Post by: rfogle on May 14, 2020, 11:06:42 PM
Can't you just unscrew the scale and turn it around? The alignment is pretty much the same, right?
:think: :think:
I could, but I don't care that much haha! Good excuse to give this one to a friend and make another.
Post by: Reinier on May 15, 2020, 07:41:04 AM
give this one to a friend and make another.
Always good to make new friends :D
Post by: pfrsantos on May 15, 2020, 05:19:40 PM
Always good to make new friends :D
(https://thumbs.gfycat.com/JovialPlumpArgentineruddyduck-size_restricted.gif)
:D :D :D :D
Post by: Jspiggle on May 18, 2020, 02:31:12 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/FHQekOt.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/bBMRmpB.jpg)
Post by: Huntsman on May 18, 2020, 04:03:13 PM
Post by: rfogle on May 21, 2020, 04:50:17 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/zMMIw7S.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/kyRyINW.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/6cCaVCY.jpg)
Post by: SirVicaLot on May 21, 2020, 08:58:34 PM
Post by: SirVicaLot on May 21, 2020, 09:10:55 PM
Plan was to take off a bit of the upper rim, so the bottle/can opener function still works as intended. I did it on my waiter first, being the cheaper SAK and all.
Here is the before in comparison with the tip of the regular can opener:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3899138793-4.jpg)
Here it is after. Works just just fine now:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3899138837-4.jpg)
Due to the angle of the combo tool it is slightly out of alignment with the screw head angle. Means the butt of the SAK turns in a larger circle than the tool when using it. So, I would not use it extensively, but it is good enough to fasten the occasional loose screw :cheers:
Post by: Max Stone on May 21, 2020, 09:46:43 PM
Combo tool is definitely in the butt category for me. :facepalm: I’ve switched back to having an opener layer...stronger, more versatile tools, and I get to keep my small blade. I’ve learnt to live with the extra couple mm. :cheers:
Post by: SirVicaLot on May 21, 2020, 10:46:45 PM
Post by: jaya_man on June 12, 2020, 01:35:48 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200612/eab0f9d92404aca8db4e791b91bdf553.jpg)
Post by: Reinier on June 12, 2020, 01:45:40 PM
Post by: FInixNOver on June 12, 2020, 01:46:45 PM
Nice job jaya. I would be very happy with that peening. Especially for a user :tu:X2
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Post by: jaya_man on June 12, 2020, 01:47:24 PM
Post by: Reinier on June 12, 2020, 01:49:09 PM
Post by: jaya_man on June 12, 2020, 01:49:42 PM
Post by: Reinier on June 12, 2020, 01:51:43 PM
I could try.
But seriously I like your modding work.
Post by: jaya_man on June 12, 2020, 01:54:34 PM
Post by: SurgeUk on June 12, 2020, 02:39:14 PM
I was actually busy doing Jalox clones to give to my sons when they’re old and responsible enough...(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200612/7a11ecf2a01ef97980d04b3c43cd814c.jpg)Excellent work there jaya_man :like: :tu:
Post by: FInixNOver on June 12, 2020, 03:32:55 PM
I was actually busy doing Jalox clones to give to my sons when they’re old and responsible enough...(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200612/7a11ecf2a01ef97980d04b3c43cd814c.jpg)Wow!
:hatsoff:
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Post by: jaya_man on June 12, 2020, 03:42:35 PM
Post by: Syph007 on June 12, 2020, 03:58:24 PM
I was actually busy doing Jalox clones to give to my sons when they’re old and responsible enough...(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200612/7a11ecf2a01ef97980d04b3c43cd814c.jpg)
I miss making this Phillips across from opener mods. I just hates having to buy an explorer to get just the Phillips tool.
Post by: jaya_man on June 12, 2020, 04:14:40 PM
Post by: jaya_man on June 13, 2020, 04:25:42 AM
The procedure is to replace the broken backspring without disassembling the entire SAK... just need to drill the center pin and push it out slowly with a new one... a simple but delicate procedure... and success... just need to peen it... pardon the crappy pick... my hands were shacking from excitement...
Am glad I kept all the nickle silver pins from the alox saks I took apart... I reused the center pin which came off a Pioneer X... Oh the backspring came from a Pioneer... (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200613/2436bd0f15b6710593b3193ac3b89879.jpg)
Post by: Max Stone on June 13, 2020, 10:53:57 AM
Post by: Jspiggle on September 11, 2020, 05:31:58 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/qjv3ZJG.jpg)
Post by: Aloha on September 11, 2020, 04:10:52 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on September 11, 2020, 07:54:27 PM
This is a funky ( in a good way ) SAK. :like:
+1
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: Huntsman on September 12, 2020, 03:10:05 PM
Post by: Huntsman on September 13, 2020, 07:41:47 AM
Vic 58, 74, 91; Wenger 65; Spyderco (Ladybug?)
Amazing !! ::)
Post by: Jspiggle on September 13, 2020, 10:15:47 AM
Just counted up the original sources of these tools and there are five !!
Vic 58, 74, 91; Wenger 65; Spyderco (Ladybug?)
Amazing !! ::)
Yessir!, the Spyderco is actually a honeybee but yes, 5 donor knives in this relatively small package :D
Post by: o_6 on September 23, 2020, 06:07:15 AM
Post by: Huntsman on September 23, 2020, 06:45:25 AM
Post by: sgjs on October 16, 2020, 04:00:06 PM
Here's my steel Pioneer. Hand made 2mm steel scales, hand made brass pivots, M2.5 torx screws. For the next one I'm going to peen then sand solid brass pivots :)
Post by: Reinier on October 16, 2020, 04:51:08 PM
Post by: Max Stone on October 19, 2020, 12:55:29 PM
Post by: ComboTool on October 25, 2020, 11:38:17 AM
- one is an attempt at putting saw, file, Phillips and scissors in the smallest package. I'm not sure I will use it a lot, as I miss the awl. I have a feeling that a 91mm with the same toolset will be better... if only I can find a 91mm combo tool.
- the other is a S557 without the pliers (I'm not a fan of SAK pliers in general, and while I can stand the Victorinox in a pinch I actively hate the Wenger "double hinge"). This one did see a little use, but has now been superseded by my Cadet X/Super Cadet/Alox Salesman (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,85672.0.html).
And blue scales for both, obviously.
Post by: Max Stone on October 27, 2020, 05:40:01 AM
To avoid stripping a 91mm Compact, the Combo tool from the much cheaper 84mm Waiter is a good alternative. Is a little smaller and needs a reprofile on the pivot to get it to seat a little higher when closed, but works fine.
I used to think SAK pliers were a wot too, until I started carrying my SC daily. Just the other day, a parking ticket slipped down the side of my seat in the car. Just a tip of the ticket was showing down in the seat mechanism...too small a gap for my fingers. The SC pliers were perfect to extract the ticket.
I see them more as super tweezers... :cheers:
Post by: ComboTool on October 31, 2020, 09:48:27 AM
Post by: samek on November 25, 2020, 01:32:29 PM
Yestreday I made all stainles steel knife. Configuration:
- 2 big blades (one to use, one to abuse)
- little blade
- wood saw
- scissors,
- inline awl
- can opener
- bottle opener
- corkscrew
- little screwdriver (made from can opener)
- hook
- awl.
Scales are 1,5 mm stainless made from… see last pic 😊
Thickness: 18,9 mm.
(http://i.imgur.com/6ITCK22.jpg) (https://imgur.com/6ITCK22)
(http://i.imgur.com/UhoTbCN.jpg) (https://imgur.com/UhoTbCN)
(http://i.imgur.com/N9LQEGu.jpg) (https://imgur.com/N9LQEGu)
(http://i.imgur.com/AqbR6fc.jpg) (https://imgur.com/AqbR6fc)
(http://i.imgur.com/2Buoje1.jpg) (https://imgur.com/2Buoje1)
(http://i.imgur.com/lz2GJKu.jpg) (https://imgur.com/lz2GJKu)
Samek
Post by: Kraken on November 25, 2020, 04:09:09 PM
Hello!
Yestreday I made all stainles steel knife. Configuration:
- 2 big blades (one to use, one to abuse)
- little blade
- wood saw
- scissors,
- inline awl
- can opener
- bottle opener
- corkscrew
- little screwdriver (made from can opener)
- hook
- awl.
Scales are 1,5 mm stainless made from… see last pic 😊
Thickness: 18,9 mm.
(http://i.imgur.com/6ITCK22.jpg) (https://imgur.com/6ITCK22)
(http://i.imgur.com/UhoTbCN.jpg) (https://imgur.com/UhoTbCN)
(http://i.imgur.com/N9LQEGu.jpg) (https://imgur.com/N9LQEGu)
(http://i.imgur.com/AqbR6fc.jpg) (https://imgur.com/AqbR6fc)
(http://i.imgur.com/2Buoje1.jpg) (https://imgur.com/2Buoje1)
(http://i.imgur.com/lz2GJKu.jpg) (https://imgur.com/lz2GJKu)
Samek
:like: Nice work Samek!
Post by: Max Stone on November 25, 2020, 04:34:49 PM
Post by: samek on November 26, 2020, 02:47:43 PM
brass flat
stainless
nickel silver
? material and brass
bone
? material
copper
brass rounded
? material is made from tiny wood particels in same sort of artificial resin (perhaps melamine), I don't know name of it, but handles are very pleasant to hold.
(http://i.imgur.com/DLJ00Ly.jpg?1) (https://imgur.com/DLJ00Ly)
(http://i.imgur.com/8RqfRsn.jpg) (https://imgur.com/8RqfRsn)
(http://i.imgur.com/NkU8987.jpg) (https://imgur.com/NkU8987)
Samek
Post by: Max Stone on November 26, 2020, 03:29:00 PM
The mixed-media one is really nice.
As a consideration, I have started to use a 'floating' fourth pin, where I only drilled half-way through the inside of the scale. This pin does not hold much tension, just retains the backsprings.
Post by: solideuce on November 28, 2020, 01:05:14 AM
The Yeoman essentially contains all the necessary tools I need as a dad in an urban environment; the only thing missing was a functioning screwdriver to reach those stubborn screws on battery compartments on kids' toys.
I obtained parts from my trusty Compact and the vintage car front scale and technician's screwdriver from a mangled Automobile to create this beauty. In addition to the associated tools on the backside plus scale, I added a ferro rod to the toothpick slot. I purchased a short tweezer and moved it to the hidden slot in the corner. I wanted to keep the toothpick, so I shaved down the head, cut off the cap to the long tweezer, glued them together, and returned them back to the standard tweezer location on the front scale. This is about 99.9% complete...just missing the perfect front scale that is very hard to obtain.
Still needs a name...thinking of "The Dad".

Post by: Reinier on November 28, 2020, 11:33:27 AM
I like that name too. I can imagine a dad opening a bottle of Valpolicella Ripasso after a tough day fixing kid's toys. Hence the corkscrew obviously.
Post by: bismouth on December 03, 2020, 08:59:56 AM
(http://img.xooimage.com/files111/1/2/7/128850905_3914722...135271_n-57ec6f4.jpg)
(http://img.xooimage.com/files114/1/f/a/129028234_1943945...907964_n-57ec6f6.jpg)
(http://img.xooimage.com/files113/e/0/5/128422963_8183061...810161_n-57ec6f8.jpg)
Post by: Reinier on December 03, 2020, 09:16:14 AM
Post by: pfrsantos on December 11, 2020, 03:16:25 PM
Stylish!
+1
Those scales are :drool: :drool:. Very 70's!
:tu: :tu:
Post by: SAKTaschenmesser on December 11, 2020, 07:04:09 PM
Was going to be ComboTool/Blade, Scissors, Saw, Magnifying Glass. Put in the File at the last moment.
I think five layers too much on a smallish frame and the spring on the ComboTool and Main Blade is weak. Not sure why as the snap is okay on the other tools.
Could be taking it apart again.
Post by: Helvetica Bold on December 26, 2020, 09:43:24 PM
Post by: Ike582 on January 02, 2021, 02:07:21 AM
Ok I decided to do this one with bone dried for years in my garden.
This bone is cow bone from my butcher
I acid wash the metals to give vintage looks.
Sorry no process pics but the most difficult part was to carve the holes for pins giving enough deepnes but not breaking the bone.
Quite happy with final result.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200422/3f59dbac885d3586782a4343536b981e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200422/2c86f6fcb9714bfef43a5e366ecd2da4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200422/4de1fa2370b4db87a611fa35d676305b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200422/ff040576131f875b42b6141b2685607c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200422/57984f4cf395ae5ebfbb5c6f5d6a9752.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200422/deddcbd1f098f7689e86aa15bf052884.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200422/b082a96fce26dba249f22990773f7c88.jpg)
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Faca, that vintage bone looks fantastic, well done.
Post by: samek on January 04, 2021, 05:10:19 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/aOU7FXg.jpg) (https://imgur.com/aOU7FXg)
(http://i.imgur.com/2RrTche.jpg) (https://imgur.com/2RrTche)
(http://i.imgur.com/EoVspHz.jpg) (https://imgur.com/EoVspHz)
(http://i.imgur.com/ISVoiiv.jpg) (https://imgur.com/ISVoiiv)
(http://i.imgur.com/gZmBIrL.jpg) (https://imgur.com/gZmBIrL)
(http://i.imgur.com/dBmHfko.jpg) (https://imgur.com/dBmHfko)
Samek :climber:
Post by: pfrsantos on January 04, 2021, 05:31:48 PM
Configuration: Ranger with an older, thicker main blade and its spring (stamped Officier Suisse with crosbow). Nickel silver bolsters, red plastic in from an older Vic knife, so it's solid, not hollow. Scales epoxi glued and peened. Bail stainless, rivets brass, brass bushings. Noticable havier and wider and cooler and awesomer and classier than regular Ranger :)
(http://i.imgur.com/aOU7FXg.jpg) (https://imgur.com/aOU7FXg)
(http://i.imgur.com/2RrTche.jpg) (https://imgur.com/2RrTche)
(http://i.imgur.com/EoVspHz.jpg) (https://imgur.com/EoVspHz)
(http://i.imgur.com/ISVoiiv.jpg) (https://imgur.com/ISVoiiv)
(http://i.imgur.com/gZmBIrL.jpg) (https://imgur.com/gZmBIrL)
(http://i.imgur.com/dBmHfko.jpg) (https://imgur.com/dBmHfko)
Samek :climber:
FTFY.
:drool: :drool: :like: :gimme:
Post by: magentus on January 04, 2021, 06:14:54 PM
Post by: Helvetica Bold on January 04, 2021, 08:51:31 PM
Post by: Altis on January 04, 2021, 09:32:47 PM
Just finished a similar Vic version of that one. Got the yellow scales for Christmas which I really like. I always felt and actual Explorer would need a saw and I like the two saws together so that’s how this came about. Chunky but I like it.
I agree. I have a Woodsman that's an Explorer with a wood saw added (or Huntsman with inline Phillips + mag glass) and it's easily one of my favorite toolsets -- works well exploring the outdoors or in town, as well as a practical EDC. :like:
Post by: Altis on January 04, 2021, 09:34:20 PM
Configuration: Ranger with an older, thicker main blade and its spring (stamped Officier Suisse with crosbow). Nickel silver bolsters, red plastic in from an older Vic knife, so it's solid, not hollow. Scales epoxi glued and peened. Bail stainless, rivets brass, brass bushings. Noticable havier and wider than regular Ranger :)
(http://i.imgur.com/EoVspHz.jpg) (https://imgur.com/EoVspHz)
(http://i.imgur.com/ISVoiiv.jpg) (https://imgur.com/ISVoiiv)
:o
Very nice build. Something about those older plastic scales always look more solid and appealing. :drool:
Post by: kottskrapa on January 04, 2021, 10:05:37 PM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: pa_strunk on January 05, 2021, 02:10:43 AM
Post by: o_6 on January 16, 2021, 08:57:47 PM
Alox Rambler @ Work
Post by: ComboTool on January 17, 2021, 11:54:54 AM
Post by: pipedreams on January 18, 2021, 01:58:02 AM
Post by: pa_strunk on January 18, 2021, 04:15:23 AM
Post by: willfcc on January 19, 2021, 12:08:36 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210118/e453b1fc1416420a04c399e595d3b522.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210118/1c1b3017c96f2451257f38f8a719b9d0.jpg)
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Post by: temo on January 19, 2021, 01:26:12 PM
Lähetetty minun ASUS_X00TD laitteesta Tapatalkilla
Post by: willfcc on January 19, 2021, 04:11:20 PM
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Post by: Aloha on January 20, 2021, 06:07:18 PM
Configuration: Ranger with an older, thicker main blade and its spring (stamped Officier Suisse with crosbow). Nickel silver bolsters, red plastic in from an older Vic knife, so it's solid, not hollow. Scales epoxi glued and peened. Bail stainless, rivets brass, brass bushings. Noticable havier and wider than regular Ranger :)
WOW this is spectacular. Well done. :drool:
Post by: pa_strunk on January 22, 2021, 06:26:54 AM
Post by: pfrsantos on January 22, 2021, 12:29:29 PM
Compact Cybertool Voyager anybody?
:clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:
Post by: willfcc on January 22, 2021, 05:11:51 PM
Made this one about a year ago, and I’m a little disappointed with it. There’s interference between the blade and Phillips driver that makes closing the blade a little sluggish, and has even scratched the side of the blade.
Think I’ll turn it into a Yeoman.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210122/5aac3c028814ad4938f67cf9b7376dff.jpg)
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Post by: ComboTool on January 30, 2021, 03:34:26 PM
Post by: pa_strunk on January 30, 2021, 06:19:50 PM
Post by: Reinier on January 30, 2021, 06:22:09 PM
Post by: pa_strunk on February 01, 2021, 02:41:18 AM
Post by: pipedreams on February 01, 2021, 03:14:49 AM
Here is an 84 mm Frankenstein from some leftovers. Need help with name. Any ideas?Electro-Huntsman.
Hunts-trician.
Super-Hiker-Electrician.
:rofl:
Post by: Poncho65 on February 01, 2021, 04:37:56 AM
The Master Ranger :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/VSapNpDh.jpg)
It is a Champion without scaler and small.bkade removed but an inline awl added in :cheers: Then I put those translucent blue, plus scales on it :dd:
Post by: Poncho65 on February 01, 2021, 04:38:50 AM
Here is an 84 mm Frankenstein from some leftovers. Need help with name. Any ideas?
Backwoods Electrician :D
Post by: pa_strunk on February 01, 2021, 05:27:58 AM
Post by: Poncho65 on February 01, 2021, 12:01:50 PM
I actually have another Champion to the point of having it apart, ready to make another Master Ranger but I haven't been able to source a another in line awl either :cheers: and I can't make myself drill out a serviceable alox that I already have to get one either :facepalm: :oops: :ahhh I also need a main blade for the mod but might try to fit the floral blade from the grafting/floral Vic knife :tu:
Good luck with the mod of your own :salute: :like:
Post by: Poncho65 on February 02, 2021, 01:43:20 AM
Post by: TazzieRob on February 02, 2021, 12:47:37 PM
Here is an 84 mm Frankenstein from some leftovers. Need help with name. Any ideas?
Electric Field Master, surely :salute:
Post by: DavZell on February 02, 2021, 06:18:00 PM
Since I am limited to a SAK and a fixed blade for the next week at minimum, I decided to carry this mod I did a fee years ago :cheers:
The Master Ranger :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/VSapNpDh.jpg)
It is a Champion without scaler and small.bkade removed but an inline awl added in :cheers: Then I put those translucent blue, plus scales on it :dd:
(https://i.imgur.com/VSapNpDh.jpg)
What would the easiest way to get to this point, but minus the wood saw as well? I like the metal saw/file still there, and the inline awl.
Thanks!
Post by: solideuce on February 03, 2021, 01:54:31 AM
The Family Man
Having the technician’s screwdriver from the Automobile on my customized SAK was one thing. But having my favorite saint on the scales is something else! Took me a while to track down and finally grab an Automobile from eBay.
The name says it all. I needed an urban SAK toolset so I made something with everything I need and nothing I don’t. Replaced the metal file with scissors after seeing a similar limited run model. Kept the PAT stamped can opener and cap lifter with sharpened inside. I couldn’t be without a corkscrew for as much as I use it so I stole the double corkscrew/backside Philips mod using a fluted corkscrew and can-key Phillips. Really happy with the result - dad tested and approved.
Post by: wmoco on February 03, 2021, 02:54:39 AM
The Family Man
Having the technician’s screwdriver from the Automobile on my customized SAK was one thing. But having my favorite saint on the scales is something else! Took me a while to track down and finally grab an Automobile from eBay.
The name says it all. I needed an urban SAK toolset so I made something with everything I need and nothing I don’t. Replaced the metal file with scissors after seeing a similar limited run model. Kept the PAT stamped can opener and cap lifter with sharpened inside. I couldn’t be without a corkscrew for as much as I use it so I stole the double corkscrew/backside Philips mod using a fluted corkscrew and can-key Phillips. Really happy with the result - dad tested and approved.
Very nice!
Post by: pa_strunk on February 03, 2021, 04:41:56 PM
Electric Field Master, surely :salute:
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Now this is a name I can live with, thanks amigo. :tu:
Post by: samek on February 06, 2021, 09:19:15 AM
Plus: 93 mm awl, another big blade, back side phillips driver
Minus: hook
Front side phillips driver changed into marlin spike
Scales: stainless cake spatula :whistle:
(http://i.imgur.com/ZRt3e74.jpg) (https://imgur.com/ZRt3e74)
(http://i.imgur.com/FMdfnkU.jpg) (https://imgur.com/FMdfnkU)
(http://i.imgur.com/fKbyCeN.jpg) (https://imgur.com/fKbyCeN)
(http://i.imgur.com/3PbQt55.jpg) (https://imgur.com/3PbQt55)
(http://i.imgur.com/RBItfPs.jpg) (https://imgur.com/RBItfPs)
(http://i.imgur.com/lohebbh.jpg) (https://imgur.com/lohebbh)
(http://i.imgur.com/h62Pbcg.jpg) (https://imgur.com/h62Pbcg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hDcWuTE.jpg) (https://imgur.com/hDcWuTE)
Samek
Post by: kottskrapa on February 06, 2021, 09:40:17 AM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: pa_strunk on February 06, 2021, 08:27:46 PM
Post by: Helvetica Bold on February 06, 2021, 10:21:35 PM
Post by: pa_strunk on February 07, 2021, 04:15:12 AM
Post by: Reinier on February 07, 2021, 06:27:06 AM
That big orange peeler is so cool.
Post by: DavZell on February 08, 2021, 02:22:16 AM
Basic is Swiss Champ
Plus: 93 mm awl, another big blade, back side phillips driver
Minus: hook
Front side phillips driver changed into marlin spike
Scales: stainless cake spatula :whistle:
[images removed]
Samek
Very nice. What led you to adding extra blades? Keeping a sharp one in reserve? Did you consider a serrated blade?
David
Post by: samek on February 09, 2021, 02:55:38 PM
Very nice. What led you to adding extra blades? Keeping a sharp one in reserve? Did you consider a serrated blade?Two equal big blades + little blade are sort of SAK standard for me. One big blade is always very sharp and is mostly for cutting wood. The othed big blade is for tasks, where cuttung edge is easily damaged - cutting on a porcelan plate, scrapping...
David
Serrated blade? I dont like them.
Samek
Post by: samek on February 10, 2021, 09:15:32 AM
(http://i.imgur.com/aSBFBBf.jpg) (https://imgur.com/aSBFBBf)
(http://i.imgur.com/jt5qkSc.jpg) (https://imgur.com/jt5qkSc)
(http://i.imgur.com/4Fh6qih.jpg) (https://imgur.com/4Fh6qih)
(http://i.imgur.com/TM0ztei.jpg) (https://imgur.com/TM0ztei)
Samek
Post by: pfrsantos on February 10, 2021, 12:51:55 PM
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: Helvetica Bold on February 10, 2021, 08:44:38 PM
84 mm Victorinox Barlow :)
(http://i.imgur.com/aSBFBBf.jpg) (https://imgur.com/aSBFBBf)
(http://i.imgur.com/jt5qkSc.jpg) (https://imgur.com/jt5qkSc)
(http://i.imgur.com/4Fh6qih.jpg) (https://imgur.com/4Fh6qih)
(http://i.imgur.com/TM0ztei.jpg) (https://imgur.com/TM0ztei)
Samek
:like: :salute: :cheers: What more can I emoji! :rofl:
Post by: samek on February 11, 2021, 10:54:36 AM
(http://i.imgur.com/5VLUfT7.jpg) (https://imgur.com/5VLUfT7)
(http://i.imgur.com/oZn9jfL.jpg) (https://imgur.com/oZn9jfL)
(http://i.imgur.com/wMbIzD7.jpg) (https://imgur.com/wMbIzD7)
(http://i.imgur.com/illlikl.jpg) (https://imgur.com/illlikl)
(http://i.imgur.com/JeQ46D6.jpg) (https://imgur.com/JeQ46D6)
(http://i.imgur.com/aSkRtje.jpg)[/url
[url=https://imgur.com/UzeblId](http://i.imgur.com/UzeblId.jpg) (https://imgur.com/aSkRtje)
Samek
Post by: Reinier on February 11, 2021, 11:40:29 AM
Post by: hsherzfeld on February 14, 2021, 02:26:38 AM
Victorinox Handyman with pliers replaced by Phillips screwdriver/magnifying glass layer from an Explorer. My first SAK mod!
Post by: kottskrapa on February 14, 2021, 08:10:00 AM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: Helvetica Bold on February 14, 2021, 04:55:28 PM
Behold...the Handy Explorer!
Victorinox Handyman with pliers replaced by Phillips screwdriver/magnifying glass layer from an Explorer. My first SAK mod!
Great first mod. Excellent toolset.
Post by: hsherzfeld on February 14, 2021, 10:09:22 PM
Great first mod. Excellent toolset.Thank you!
Post by: pa_strunk on February 15, 2021, 06:50:17 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 15, 2021, 07:24:52 PM
JR
Post by: pa_strunk on February 19, 2021, 03:42:42 AM
Post by: armi101 on February 23, 2021, 05:29:05 AM
Any help is appreciated
Post by: AndyS on February 26, 2021, 03:53:37 AM
:climber:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 26, 2021, 05:11:56 AM
JR
Post by: Helvetica Bold on February 26, 2021, 10:10:10 AM
Post by: SirVicaLot on February 27, 2021, 04:06:10 AM
I polished and anodized some Ti scales, and put together a bladeless Fieldmaster. I didn’t like the way the backside Phillips fit into the spring for the scissor layer, so I took it all apart again lol :facepalm:
:climber:
Great job! :like:
Post by: AndyS on February 27, 2021, 07:12:34 AM
Post by: Helvetica Bold on March 07, 2021, 05:26:28 PM
New black scales on the way but snapped these on for the photo as they look great with the brass tool.
Post by: Mike 56 on March 07, 2021, 06:45:53 PM
Post by: Helvetica Bold on March 07, 2021, 08:36:32 PM
Post by: Helvetica Bold on March 10, 2021, 02:34:40 PM
About the best I can manage without nano engineering something although I may have a quick go at an additional brass sleeve to go over the silicon tube and clamp the lead a bit tighter still...
The silicon has the dual benefit of keeping the pencil
securely in the slot.
Post by: pa_strunk on March 11, 2021, 03:03:12 AM
Post by: magentus on March 12, 2021, 04:25:10 PM
Post by: Helvetica Bold on March 12, 2021, 10:27:41 PM
Nice! Van Halen scales?
Cheers, I might even spray these up properly one day. They look way better than I thought they would! ;0)
Post by: Poncho65 on March 14, 2021, 05:06:51 AM
Took a bit of thinking on how to get the file to work in place of the main blade but I think I got it :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/5mLBJFTh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/w4l61ovh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ytTYfJXh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/vo0OPxQh.jpg)
The owner is going to add their own scales when they get it back :cheers:
Also of note, I had to use an older style file as they are thinner, the newer style file is a bit to thick to work (or work well anyways) :salute:
Post by: pa_strunk on March 14, 2021, 04:32:12 PM
Post by: Poncho65 on March 14, 2021, 04:39:15 PM
Also I did tweak the liner after taking those pics :D It doesn't look wonky like it does in that last one :ahhh
Post by: magentus on March 14, 2021, 05:04:56 PM
Post by: kottskrapa on March 14, 2021, 05:30:55 PM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: Poncho65 on March 14, 2021, 05:44:16 PM
Post by: Helvetica Bold on March 14, 2021, 08:45:12 PM
Post by: Poncho65 on March 15, 2021, 12:09:21 AM
Post by: Varg on March 25, 2021, 08:32:25 PM
Post by: Helvetica Bold on March 25, 2021, 10:08:56 PM
Post by: kottskrapa on March 26, 2021, 12:27:01 AM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: pa_strunk on May 08, 2021, 10:51:30 PM
Post by: kottskrapa on May 09, 2021, 07:14:36 AM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: pa_strunk on May 15, 2021, 06:34:22 AM
https://youtu.be/WaFTjekEi4A
What do you guys think I should call it? It is a little different then the one Fit To Survive built or him. I kept the electrician blade and pruning blade in the same layer which required a little grinding, sanding, and polishing on the awl as a back tool. Also went with an old school blade, corkscrew, and hook with file. Came out alright.
Post by: Jud65 on May 16, 2021, 10:56:06 PM
Behold...the Handy Explorer!Behold the ExploreRanger! Oh, I mean Handy Explorer… Same toolset, different journey. My first proper mod too.
Victorinox Handyman with pliers replaced by Phillips screwdriver/magnifying glass layer from an Explorer. My first SAK mod!
Post by: FInixNOver on May 18, 2021, 01:08:08 PM
Still waiting for the carbon fiber scales to arrive.
The liners will also be replaced by red G20 and carbon fiber.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210518/074fdea90cd4c7584701c82553faaf1f.jpg)
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Post by: pfrsantos on May 18, 2021, 01:55:49 PM
Got this one in the works.
Still waiting for the carbon fiber scales to arrive.
The liners will also be replaced by red G20 and carbon fiber.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210518/074fdea90cd4c7584701c82553faaf1f.jpg)
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Hey! Good to see you back with us! Hope everything is ok with you and yours!
:cheers: :salute:
Post by: FInixNOver on May 18, 2021, 01:59:03 PM
Everything is pretty much ok!
Just have been more active on Facebook, that's all.
Still keep an eye out in the forums, but usually end up not participating...
But, I'll be sure to share the end result once it's finished!
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Post by: neillcurrie on May 18, 2021, 02:01:51 PM
Okay this kinda works for the pencil idea. Hollow brass tube which Accommodates a standard .7mm lead. I have created a recess that allows a silicone tube...the kind used for pole floats (fisherman)...to be slid on to the holder and a lead to slide through. With a small second sleeve over he lead it grips just enough to be usable. :0)
About the best I can manage without nano engineering something although I may have a quick go at an additional brass sleeve to go over the silicon tube and clamp the lead a bit tighter still...
The silicon has the dual benefit of keeping the pencil
securely in the slot.
What about adapting one of these? They are quite small in all dimensions.
I have used the ballpoint pen version for several years, that's excellent.
https://www.jetpens.com/Ohto-Minimo-Mechanical-Pencil-with-Holder-0.5-mm-Black/pd/23239?gclid=CjwKCAjwy42FBhB2EiwAJY0yQrubLjJ16ec-uue8ng5iScfP7dn9YPvLEtgdsqc1cXqXgoj5Bm9MdRoCXNcQAvD_BwE
Post by: pfrsantos on May 18, 2021, 04:43:45 PM
What about adapting one of these? They are quite small in all dimensions.
I have used the ballpoint pen version for several years, that's excellent.
https://www.jetpens.com/Ohto-Minimo-Mechanical-Pencil-with-Holder-0.5-mm-Black/pd/23239?gclid=CjwKCAjwy42FBhB2EiwAJY0yQrubLjJ16ec-uue8ng5iScfP7dn9YPvLEtgdsqc1cXqXgoj5Bm9MdRoCXNcQAvD_BwE
Wow! Those look great! Pretty cool to have as an EDC item.
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: FInixNOver on May 23, 2021, 10:34:11 PM
Got this one in the works.(G20?! :facepalm: I, obviously meant G10 but, as usual, the auto correct got in the way!
Still waiting for the carbon fiber scales to arrive.
The liners will also be replaced by red G20 and carbon fiber.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210518/074fdea90cd4c7584701c82553faaf1f.jpg)
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)Here it is! My custom Yeoman!
Carbon fiber scales and inner liners, red G10 outer liners.
I'm very happy with how it came out!
I can totally see it being my daily driver for a good while!!
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Post by: Max Stone on May 23, 2021, 10:48:58 PM
I did a basic 5-layer build today using a few spares I had left over. Calling it the Detective. An Explorer with pliers.
Post by: Helvetica Bold on May 24, 2021, 09:45:57 AM
Post by: Helvetica Bold on May 24, 2021, 09:47:21 AM
Great mod FInixNOver - love the red accents. :tu:
I did a basic 5-layer build today using a few spares I had left over. Calling it the Detective. An Explorer with pliers.
:like:
Post by: pfrsantos on May 24, 2021, 11:43:26 AM
(G20?! :facepalm: I, obviously meant G10 but, as usual, the auto correct got in the way!
Here it is! My custom Yeoman!
Carbon fiber scales and inner liners, red G10 outer liners.
I'm very happy with how it came out!
I can totally see it being my daily driver for a good while!!
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Wow! It's just :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
How much cooller would it be with G20 liners!
:D :D
Post by: FInixNOver on May 24, 2021, 11:48:00 AM
Wow! It's just :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:Thanks Santos!
How much cooller would it be with G20 liners!
:D :D
Is G20 even a thing?
I'm guessing, at least, double the coolness! Enviado do meu Redmi Note 9 Pro através do Tapatalk
Post by: Fortytwo on May 24, 2021, 01:45:31 PM
(G20?! :facepalm: I, obviously meant G10 but, as usual, the auto correct got in the way!
Here it is! My custom Yeoman!
Carbon fiber scales and inner liners, red G10 outer liners.
I'm very happy with how it came out!
I can totally see it being my daily driver for a good while!!
Looking really great there with the colours and the peening. If I would dare suggest anything it would be to have the cross either cut through to show the red liner or to embed a bit of the same G10 in the cross to really make it stand out.
Post by: FInixNOver on May 24, 2021, 05:52:15 PM
Looking really great there with the colours and the peening. If I would dare suggest anything it would be to have the cross either cut through to show the red liner or to embed a bit of the same G10 in the cross to really make it stand out.Something like this?
Did it this morning! Great minds, I guess...
It's epoxy with red nail polish. Not great, but good enough!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210524/66efd3c09443572a49da7dbd405a6338.jpg)
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Post by: Fortytwo on May 26, 2021, 08:15:02 PM
Something like this?
Did it this morning! Great minds, I guess...
It's epoxy with red nail polish. Not great, but good enough!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210524/66efd3c09443572a49da7dbd405a6338.jpg)
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Exactly! Nice!
Post by: Jellyfists on June 05, 2021, 02:10:12 PM
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51226277016_7be96dc6c7_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2m3G4sG)F2055240-B10F-46B3-BE79-03D775C6112D (https://flic.kr/p/2m3G4sG) by Jellyfists (https://www.flickr.com/photos/193148929@N05/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51225571117_c6cc0ed234_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2m3CrC2)F9D3EEA3-7DD4-416A-9A19-BD87263C8C32 (https://flic.kr/p/2m3CrC2) by Jellyfists (https://www.flickr.com/photos/193148929@N05/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51226492238_986af58704_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2m3Harq)28C7E9FD-D1A1-45B9-AFB6-A24B9F0871CB (https://flic.kr/p/2m3Harq) by Jellyfists (https://www.flickr.com/photos/193148929@N05/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51227045944_7dcbb38e79_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2m3L135)27D8588C-31A7-43DD-AEBF-4105885AD186 (https://flic.kr/p/2m3L135) by Jellyfists (https://www.flickr.com/photos/193148929@N05/), on Flickr
Post by: Max Stone on June 05, 2021, 02:21:38 PM
That's a lot of work, I've done brass scales but I'm still to dive into recreating the liners in brass. And the micarta scales really suit to the overall look. Did you mask the tool pivot areas before etching?
Post by: Jellyfists on June 05, 2021, 02:28:51 PM
Brass liners were a first for me as well. I figured I’d just go for it with my Dremel and a metal file. After that I sanded the edges and polished them. It was a lot of work, but much easier than I thought.
The micarta scales I got on Etsy.
I did mask the tool pivot areas before etching. One of the things I learned when tinkering with the older SAKs I practiced on, was which areas I did, and which I didn’t have to mask.
Post by: Max Stone on June 05, 2021, 03:28:48 PM
Post by: teno_ioti on June 06, 2021, 03:24:43 PM
(https://otroblogdemarcelo.files.wordpress.com/2021/01/img_20210129_151445.jpg?w=1200&h=)
(https://otroblogdemarcelo.files.wordpress.com/2021/01/img_20210129_151514_1.jpg?w=1200&h=)
Similar model to a Champion, in white PETg scales, with a logo matching notebook cover:
(https://otroblogdemarcelo.files.wordpress.com/2021/02/img_20210213_1541535716490539819712400.jpg?w=1200&h=)
Cheers!
Post by: ComboTool on June 07, 2021, 07:26:04 PM
(G20?! :facepalm: I, obviously meant G10 but, as usual, the auto correct got in the way!
Here it is! My custom Yeoman!
Carbon fiber scales and inner liners, red G10 outer liners.
I'm very happy with how it came out!
I can totally see it being my daily driver for a good while!!
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I'm a bit late to the party but wow, this looks great :hatsoff: Do you mind telling us wher you got those liners and scales? :drool:
Post by: jaya_man on June 08, 2021, 03:34:29 PM
Anyway, here’s a mod I just finished recently… idea came from the Master Ranger both Poncho and myself built… what if there was an alox version… and since I wanted to try double barrels per pivot, wala… Here’s Jalox XL…
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210608/cebe4414cfd3cf450f8938dd7b115d0b.jpg)
And here it is with Jalox and Mini Jalox…
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210608/f3fee05a31bad0e590d2e5f053275f2d.jpg)
Post by: neillcurrie on June 08, 2021, 04:31:18 PM
Wow! Those look great! Pretty cool to have as an EDC item.
:cheers: :tu:
I have one of these too, a marvel of miniaturisation
https://www.jetpens.com/Pilot-Birdy-Switch-Multi-Pen-0.5-mm-Pencil/pd/1197
Post by: Sakpan74Gr on June 08, 2021, 07:19:58 PM
Slacked off from the forums for a bit now… but I’m back… hopefully…Beautiful! Is the mini Jalox based on the cadet?
Anyway, here’s a mod I just finished recently… idea came from the Master Ranger both Poncho and myself built… what if there was an alox version… and since I wanted to try double barrels per pivot, wala… Here’s Jalox XL…
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210608/cebe4414cfd3cf450f8938dd7b115d0b.jpg)
And here it is with Jalox and Mini Jalox…
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210608/f3fee05a31bad0e590d2e5f053275f2d.jpg)
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Post by: ComboTool on June 08, 2021, 07:28:26 PM
Slacked off from the forums for a bit now… but I’m back… hopefully…
Anyway, here’s a mod I just finished recently… idea came from the Master Ranger both Poncho and myself built… what if there was an alox version… and since I wanted to try double barrels per pivot, wala… Here’s Jalox XL…
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210608/cebe4414cfd3cf450f8938dd7b115d0b.jpg)
And here it is with Jalox and Mini Jalox…
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210608/f3fee05a31bad0e590d2e5f053275f2d.jpg)
Funny, I recently made the exact same tool selection, just ordered the layers differently (and obviously with the more ordinary silver scales).
Post by: jaya_man on June 09, 2021, 02:50:21 AM
Beautiful! Is the mini Jalox based on the cadet?Yes it is… :cheers:
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Post by: jaya_man on June 09, 2021, 02:51:52 AM
Funny, I recently made the exact same tool selection, just ordered the layers differently (and obviously with the more ordinary silver scales).Niiice… still awesome in Silver :like:
Post by: Poncho65 on June 10, 2021, 08:56:24 PM
Slacked off from the forums for a bit now… but I’m back… hopefully…
Anyway, here’s a mod I just finished recently… idea came from the Master Ranger both Poncho and myself built… what if there was an alox version… and since I wanted to try double barrels per pivot, wala… Here’s Jalox XL…
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210608/cebe4414cfd3cf450f8938dd7b115d0b.jpg)
And here it is with Jalox and Mini Jalox…
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210608/f3fee05a31bad0e590d2e5f053275f2d.jpg)
Sweet :drool: :drool: :drool: :like:
Post by: tattoosteve99 on June 11, 2021, 02:05:02 AM
Post by: magentus on June 12, 2021, 12:48:06 PM
Post by: jaya_man on June 12, 2021, 12:50:51 PM
Sweet :drool: :drool: :drool: :like:Thanks Poncho :cheers:
Post by: jaya_man on June 12, 2021, 01:24:41 PM
Post by: FInixNOver on June 12, 2021, 04:13:06 PM
I'm a bit late to the party but wow, this looks great :hatsoff: Do you mind telling us wher you got those liners and scales? :drool:Thanks!
The liners, I made them. The scales were bought from a fellow modder, here in Portugal.
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Post by: FInixNOver on June 12, 2021, 04:13:56 PM
Slacked off from the forums for a bit now… but I’m back… hopefully…It looks alwsome, as usual!!
Anyway, here’s a mod I just finished recently… idea came from the Master Ranger both Poncho and myself built… what if there was an alox version… and since I wanted to try double barrels per pivot, wala… Here’s Jalox XL…
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210608/cebe4414cfd3cf450f8938dd7b115d0b.jpg)
And here it is with Jalox and Mini Jalox…
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210608/f3fee05a31bad0e590d2e5f053275f2d.jpg)
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Post by: jaya_man on June 12, 2021, 04:39:02 PM
Post by: Berndstein on June 15, 2021, 06:45:30 PM
I used the metal file and one hand opening knife from a Locksmith and added them to my Outrider. Scales are from a GAK3. Clip is a generic Benchmade deep carry clip. Blades are acid etched and stonewashed.
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Post by: GA1dad on June 15, 2021, 07:39:06 PM
Post by: jaya_man on June 16, 2021, 01:26:42 AM
Post by: Huntsman on June 16, 2021, 07:51:13 AM
I particularly liked FInixNOver colour scheme - Jaya's Master Ranger is just an awsome tooolset
Post by: FInixNOver on June 16, 2021, 08:30:39 AM
Great mods everybody....... Really, really goodThank you sir!
I particularly liked FInixNOver colour scheme - Jaya's Master Ranger is just an awsome tooolset
I really like it as well
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Post by: jaya_man on June 16, 2021, 04:09:27 PM
Post by: jaya_man on June 17, 2021, 03:55:22 PM
:cheers:
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Post by: ComboTool on June 20, 2021, 02:16:53 PM
The green and yellow ones have been described here (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,84827.0.html) and here (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,86017.0.html) in earlier incarnations but this is their final form (and they exchanged their colors during the process). The blue scaled one is a Compact with Cybertool bit driver, which many modders have already described in this forum.
Besides the main blade and scissors, they all have what I consider necessary for my EDC, in different forms:
- flathead screwdriver (either as separate openers or combo tool)
- Phillips screwdriver (inline, backside or bit driver)
- nail file (84mm, hook or metal saw)
Each one also has one or several of the following tools that I find useful but not necessary: awl, wood saw, metal saw, hex and torx bits, corkscrew.
Post by: ComboTool on June 20, 2021, 02:21:37 PM
Post by: Jud65 on June 20, 2021, 03:28:25 PM
Two larger 93mm based mods: the titanium one I call Ranger (because it has the same tool selection as the 91mm Ranger except of course for the backside tools). In this line of thought the silver one would be an Alox Master Craftsman (Ranger with Phillips), but that doesn't quite roll off the tongue so suggestions are welcome.Oh they are just Beautiful. What about the Astro-Ranger? Wasn’t the Master Craftsman also known as the Astronaut? Or the Aloxonaut! It is kinda space age looking.
Post by: Jud65 on June 20, 2021, 03:36:31 PM
I’m pleased with it. Very slim in the hand. Hope my dad likes it. The thought occurs to me that this is the first time I’ve “made” him a present in nearly 50 years!
Post by: ComboTool on June 20, 2021, 04:08:09 PM
Oh they are just Beautiful. What about the Astro-Ranger? Wasn’t the Master Craftsman also known as the Astronaut? Or the Aloxonaut! It is kinda space age looking.I like where this is going... Meet the Space Ranger!
Post by: Jud65 on June 20, 2021, 04:47:56 PM
I like where this is going... Meet the Space Ranger!That’s the one! The Space Ranger (AKA the Buzz Lightyear?)… Now who do I have to kill/what planet do I have to invade to get one?
Post by: ComboTool on June 20, 2021, 07:54:08 PM
That’s the one! The Space Ranger (AKA the Buzz Lightyear?)… Now who do I have to kill/what planet do I have to invade to get one?Indeed, I had Buzz Lightyear in mind ;) It's funny, I had never thought of it but now you mentioned it I can't unsee how silver Alox looks like a spacesuit.
Mine is certainly not available but it's a pretty straightforward mod and certainly not unique (Jaya_man made the same here (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,5287.msg2252703.html#msg2252703)) so you may come across one or make your own someday.
Post by: Jud65 on June 20, 2021, 08:29:45 PM
Post by: Huntsman on June 23, 2021, 01:15:25 PM
Post by: Helvetica Bold on June 24, 2021, 11:54:46 AM
I’ve been toying with this build in my head for a while and then it came to me that it would be a perfect gift for my dad on Fathers Day. I was thinking of calling it simply the “Cutter” as it has most of the standard cutting tools except for scissors - both blades, woodsaw, metal saw, corkscrew (couldn’t avoid it), chisel and awl. But it sounds a bit sinister. The alternative was the “Shedmate” as the idea was to have everything you could need in one place for all those slicey dicey activities you might encounter doing a bit of DIY.
I’m pleased with it. Very slim in the hand. Hope my dad likes it. The thought occurs to me that this is the first time I’ve “made” him a present in nearly 50 years!
Can’t beat a double saw combo. Great mod, I’m sure he’s very happy with it - I would be. :tu:
Post by: Echotech on June 24, 2021, 12:06:08 PM
Post by: pa_strunk on July 03, 2021, 05:56:59 AM
Post by: Huntsman on July 03, 2021, 11:46:49 PM
As always with MTs ...... Depends what on your needs and preferences :tu:
Post by: pa_strunk on July 04, 2021, 06:28:02 PM
Post by: hiraethus on July 11, 2021, 09:05:25 PM
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51304548546_fb2b9604b4_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2maBdRQ)
Scales from a black Pioneer (or maybe Farmer) that have been sitting in my bits box for a few years. Electrician and Pioneer X tool donors and pivots from DE Custom Forge.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51305555235_84b5324edb_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2maGo7x)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51303800597_5b31b992d5_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2maxowa)
Post by: pfrsantos on July 12, 2021, 12:39:32 PM
Finally got round to building one ofmymany people's dream SAKs - an Electrician X.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51304548546_fb2b9604b4_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2maBdRQ)
Scales from a black Pioneer (or maybe Farmer) that have been sitting in my bits box for a few years. Electrician and Pioneer X tool donors and pivots from DE Custom Forge.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51305555235_84b5324edb_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2maGo7x)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51303800597_5b31b992d5_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2maxowa)
FTFY.
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: Jud65 on July 14, 2021, 09:41:30 PM
I still haven’t made the leap to Alox but I have been spending the last couple of days playing around with bits and bobs in my spare parts bin. This is the combination of some leftovers and an irrational desire to do a 3 layer build - no more, no less. Huntsman sans opener layer… maybe a Camper X? It’s a nice slim thing. Fun to make.
Post by: pa_strunk on July 14, 2021, 10:02:46 PM
Post by: Adam5 on July 17, 2021, 02:39:04 AM
Finally got round to building one of my dream SAKs - an Electrician X.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51304548546_fb2b9604b4_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2maBdRQ)
Scales from a black Pioneer (or maybe Farmer) that have been sitting in my bits box for a few years. Electrician and Pioneer X tool donors and pivots from DE Custom Forge.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51305555235_84b5324edb_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2maGo7x)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51303800597_5b31b992d5_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2maxowa)
That's nice!
Post by: Berndstein on July 19, 2021, 02:11:53 PM
From Top to Bottom: GAK1, GAK2, GAK3 and, you guessed it GAK4. To the side, the duty knife of the German Federal Police.
And, hence why I post this here: My personal take on an ideal Army Knife.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210719/f92c3a733a03dbb28037b12a0204d472.jpg)
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Post by: hulk. on July 26, 2021, 10:19:20 AM
spartan lite with no corkscrew ,91 mm ,2 layers , Ti 1.5mm
(https://forum.neoczen.org/download/file.php?id=8913)
Post by: Max Stone on July 26, 2021, 10:33:59 AM
Post by: ComboTool on July 26, 2021, 11:30:11 AM
Post by: hulk. on July 26, 2021, 11:47:22 AM
as the tools give the general shape I find it very well in hand
Post by: kottskrapa on July 26, 2021, 06:52:37 PM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: hulk. on July 27, 2021, 09:57:12 AM
the saks are a formidable basis of creative posibility
Post by: TazzieRob on July 27, 2021, 12:53:42 PM
Post by: NetsNJ on July 27, 2021, 02:53:42 PM
Post by: m47mu74nt on July 29, 2021, 11:07:48 AM
Thank you for your opinion
as the tools give the general shape I find it very well in hand
You already know that, but I find this super cool ;)
Post by: gadgetman7 on July 29, 2021, 02:14:09 PM
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Post by: Sakpan74Gr on July 29, 2021, 02:23:58 PM
if that inspires you , my last modThis is so beautiful! Could you show us more photos from other angles?
spartan lite with no corkscrew ,91 mm ,2 layers , Ti 1.5mm
(https://forum.neoczen.org/download/file.php?id=8913)
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Post by: kottskrapa on July 29, 2021, 08:13:44 PM
This is so beautiful! Could you show us more photos from other angles?+1 yes please
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Post by: hulk. on August 05, 2021, 09:46:29 AM
this is not a hard mod i made the biggest dremel
shaping the washer on the axis of the cutting discs (that's why I plugged the hole of the bigger one with a copper axis)
relief milling and carried out in the same way with a dremel with a carbide bur held manually
(https://forum.neoczen.org/download/file.php?id=8924)
Post by: Fuzzbucket on August 05, 2021, 03:08:50 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on August 05, 2021, 04:00:36 PM
thanks guys
this is not a hard mod i made the biggest dremel
shaping the washer on the axis of the cutting discs (that's why I plugged the hole of the bigger one with a copper axis)
relief milling and carried out in the same way with a dremel with a carbide bur held manually
(https://forum.neoczen.org/download/file.php?id=8924)
I have to say: hulk., that's incredible!
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: Max Stone on August 05, 2021, 07:43:53 PM
Post by: ComboTool on September 11, 2021, 09:12:39 AM
First the titanium non-dentical twins, with blade, combo tool, Wenger scissors, backspring nail file and... you'll spot the difference.
Post by: ComboTool on September 11, 2021, 09:15:11 AM
Post by: Echotech on September 11, 2021, 11:16:08 AM
Post by: hulk. on September 13, 2021, 05:36:08 PM
the mods are nice , luckily the wenger scissor fills the gap.
the integration of the nail file on the back and a good idea, it allows to reduce the number of layers.
Post by: SAKTaschenmesser on September 20, 2021, 10:45:14 AM
I thought blue and green struck a more 'sciency' tone than red and grey.
Not the most economical mod, taking a new Compact, old Explorer and new scales and accessories. Plenty of parts leftover for a bitsa.
Post by: pfrsantos on September 20, 2021, 02:03:39 PM
A Scientist with blue scales and green accessories.
I thought blue and green struck a more 'sciency' tone than red and grey.
Not the most economical mod, taking a new Compact, old Explorer and new scales and accessories. Plenty of parts leftover for a bitsa.
Nice! What can you make with the "leftovers"? A Climber?
:think: :think:
Post by: hsherzfeld on September 22, 2021, 01:40:26 AM
Post by: trichosirius on September 22, 2021, 10:28:14 PM
Post by: kottskrapa on September 23, 2021, 08:15:49 AM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: pfrsantos on September 23, 2021, 04:41:59 PM
I really like those scales! Nice green
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
+1
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: trichosirius on September 23, 2021, 10:09:54 PM
I really like those scales! Nice green
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
+1Thanks guys :cheers:
:cheers: :tu:
Now I just have to take it apart again because I smurfed up the order of the inner liners :facepalm:
Minor hiccup, but still a pain.
Post by: trichosirius on September 28, 2021, 03:17:02 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on September 28, 2021, 05:25:08 PM
Almost done peening; pivots are getting tight but I can’t seem to get the heads flat against the scale, leaving sharp edges of the pin heads. I think I need a smaller hammer. Any tips?
Not really sure how to help. Maybe cover the scales with some tape, to protect them, and file the head of the pivots with a very fine file or some high grit sandpaper?
:think: :think:
Post by: Emre03 on October 02, 2021, 11:53:52 PM
Got this 84 mm bundle off eBay (see pic below). Golfer had damaged back spring and broken scissor spring. Climber has weak opening layer and blade spring. Walker is perfect and bantam is good to go. So I broke down the golfer and climber to mix match what works and came up with this golfer variant with Phillips and key ring I had left over from past projects. To the best of my knowledge Victorinox never released this variation of the golfer. Let me know what you guys think.Oh man
This looks quite excellent
Please let me know if you’d be willing to part ways with it
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Post by: Helvetica Bold on October 19, 2021, 08:58:12 PM
I also has to file a small nick in the combo tool spacer so the tip of the hawksbill didn’t clatter in to it.
I did use liners to keep the saw away from the scale and to provide the .4mm required to keep the main blade tight…yes it’s 2mm like a standard spearpoint.
I guess strictly you might put a small blade instead of the combo but I might carry this too and to be honest because the hawksbill has humped lines too this is one of the few scenarios I like the way the combo looks against the main blade.
Tough as old boots this. :salute:
Post by: pa_strunk on October 20, 2021, 05:35:08 AM
Post by: kottskrapa on October 20, 2021, 08:05:02 AM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: hulk. on October 20, 2021, 09:52:44 AM
The large blade and the combination tool do not rub?
in general the large blade has an asymmetric grind that's why I ask
Post by: baldrab on October 20, 2021, 07:07:38 PM
Post by: Helvetica Bold on October 20, 2021, 07:29:28 PM
super mod, and explanation :hatsoff:
The large blade and the combination tool do not rub?
in general the large blade has an asymmetric grind that's why I ask
Maybe slightly. I was dubious as to if it would fit without any major modification but… it does. As long as you notch the small blade spacer then it sits in their quite nicely.
Post by: Helvetica Bold on October 20, 2021, 07:31:30 PM
Here is a pruning blade I did and still building the knife up.
Awesome! Glad to see that is still ongoing…what else are you thinking of adding in still?
Post by: baldrab on October 20, 2021, 10:32:52 PM
On the spring of the Pruning blade did you notch it out to stop the blade from hitting. i grind a notch out to get the blade low as i could, yours looks good well done.
Post by: Helvetica Bold on October 20, 2021, 11:20:50 PM
Look forward to seeing the ongoing development of the monster…!
Post by: Altis on October 21, 2021, 12:26:21 AM
Also not sure what I need to get it done correctly (and put the Tourist back together).
Post by: papercut on October 21, 2021, 10:24:22 AM
And second, my "Dutch flag" of alox mods. They are cadets with Wenger scissors, with backspring tools as well for two of them.
MMMMMMmmmm, nice!
Post by: Helvetica Bold on October 21, 2021, 11:43:25 AM
I'm very tempted to make a Cadet X. I do have one 84mm with scissors (Climber Small) to harvest scissors from, but I wonder if the 85mm Wenger scissors might be a better choice :think:
Also not sure what I need to get it done correctly (and put the Tourist back together).
Vic scissors are better (my opinion only) but the 85mm ones do stop you having to rip apart classic old 84s :tu:
That said if you want to go for it as I don’t think the climber small scissors have a back tool they should just go straight into the cadet X no fuss at all.
Post by: Altis on October 21, 2021, 02:43:44 PM
Vic scissors are better (my opinion only) but the 85mm ones do stop you having to rip apart classic old 84s :tu:
That said if you want to go for it as I don’t think the climber small scissors have a back tool they should just go straight into the cadet X no fuss at all.
That was my plan. The way I understand it is I need to drill out the Cadet's pins, add the scissors and backspring, then put in new brass rod pins, trim them and flatten the ends.
Am I missing anything? Never done it before and don't want to mess up :ahhh
Post by: Helvetica Bold on October 21, 2021, 03:12:46 PM
You don’t have to drill the pins all the way out just the heads so you can tap them through with a thin nail or punch. Try to save the little collars so you can use them when making celador models - after you inevitably become addicted to modding. :rofl:
So 84mm scissors easier but have to destroy an 84 with scissors
85mm scissors a bit more tricky but you don’t ;0)
Unusually peen one end of the pins first before building but others do both in situ so that’s just a preferences.
Good luck whichever way you go ;0)
Post by: Altis on October 21, 2021, 03:28:44 PM
That’s essentially it but if you use the 85mm scissors you will need the main blade spring from something like a recruit for it to sit on. You will also need to create a tensioner section from an old tool like a main blade that will sit on the other end of the spring to keep the tension up. Don’t have a pic unfortunately but there are threads on here covering it in more detail which show this.
You don’t have to drill the pins all the way out just the heads so you can tap them through with a thin nail or punch. Try to save the little collars so you can use them when making celador models - after you inevitably become addicted to modding. :rofl:
So 84mm scissors easier but have to destroy an 84 with scissors
85mm scissors a bit more tricky but you don’t ;0)
Unusually peen one end of the pins first before building but others do both in situ so that’s just a preferences.
Good luck whichever way you go ;0)
Thank you for the advice. I'm not sure how I could peen the pins before putting it together -- seems like it would be easier once the pins are in the
What are the size of brass rod I need for both the Cadet and the 84mm cellidor I need to put back together? It looks like only the cellidor use the collars while the alox are peened. I'm hoping the collars can be reused since I don't know where to get them. :ahhh
Post by: Helvetica Bold on October 21, 2021, 04:18:52 PM
Thank you for the advice. I'm not sure how I could peen the pins before putting it together -- seems like it would be easier once the pins are in the
What are the size of brass rod I need for both the Cadet and the 84mm cellidor I need to put back together? It looks like only the cellidor use the collars while the alox are peened. I'm hoping the collars can be reused since I don't know where to get them. :ahhh
I wrap mine in leather to hold them in the vice but either way works. You’ll need 2.2mm round stock for all pins on an 84mm. Yep just the celador needs the collars. I believe you can actually get them from a chap in Germany on the ‘famous auctions site’ but if you can save them all the better ;0)
Post by: Altis on October 21, 2021, 09:49:32 PM
I wrap mine in leather to hold them in the vice but either way works. You’ll need 2.2mm round stock for all pins on an 84mm. Yep just the celador needs the collars. I believe you can actually get them from a chap in Germany on the ‘famous auctions site’ but if you can save them all the better ;0)
Thanks :cheers:
Estimated time for 2.2mm brass to Canada is up to 60 days :ahhh Seems like not an easy thing to get ahold of. 2.5mm and 3.0mm much easier.
Post by: Helvetica Bold on October 21, 2021, 11:27:06 PM
Thanks :cheers:
Estimated time for 2.2mm brass to Canada is up to 60 days :ahhh Seems like not an easy thing to get ahold of. 2.5mm and 3.0mm much easier.
Stick some 2.5 in a drill and hold some 240 grit around it and you’ll soon have some 2.2 :cheers:
Post by: hulk. on October 22, 2021, 11:59:10 AM
we can certainly adapt a large part of the garden range 8)
Post by: Altis on October 24, 2021, 09:43:36 AM
Stick some 2.5 in a drill and hold some 240 grit around it and you’ll soon have some 2.2 :cheers:
That's quite a good idea. I'll see how it goes and report back! :salute:
Post by: samek on October 26, 2021, 03:24:45 PM
Spacers: Brass
Bolsters: New silver
Scales: Stag
Victorinox logo: cut and filed from alu scales 😊
This is Böker 182, they started to make it in 1869!
(http://i.imgur.com/ANBbMUX.jpg) (https://imgur.com/ANBbMUX)
(http://i.imgur.com/2tNSyW9.jpg) (https://imgur.com/2tNSyW9)
(http://i.imgur.com/LrWt7hT.jpg) (https://imgur.com/LrWt7hT)
(http://i.imgur.com/nJzwUYK.jpg) (https://imgur.com/nJzwUYK)
I hope you like it.
Post by: pa_strunk on October 26, 2021, 03:56:44 PM
Post by: PitCarver on October 26, 2021, 06:31:46 PM
Old Böker mod. 182 Sportsman knife is one of most beautiful folding knives. I tried to mod a Victorinoy Ranger to look similar 😊. I choose model Ranger, because it has all the tools I need.
Spacers: Brass
Bolsters: New silver
Scales: Stag
Victorinox logo: cut and filed from alu scales 😊
This is Böker 182, they started to make it in 1869!
(http://i.imgur.com/ANBbMUX.jpg) (https://imgur.com/ANBbMUX)
(http://i.imgur.com/2tNSyW9.jpg) (https://imgur.com/2tNSyW9)
(http://i.imgur.com/LrWt7hT.jpg) (https://imgur.com/LrWt7hT)
(http://i.imgur.com/nJzwUYK.jpg) (https://imgur.com/nJzwUYK)
I hope you like it.
I most certainly do.
Beautiful work.
Post by: m47mu74nt on October 26, 2021, 08:38:09 PM
It looks stunning, really :cheers:
Post by: Helvetica Bold on October 27, 2021, 10:02:58 PM
Old Böker mod. 182 Sportsman knife is one of most beautiful folding knives. I tried to mod a Victorinoy Ranger to look similar 😊. I choose model Ranger, because it has all the tools I need.
Spacers: Brass
Bolsters: New silver
Scales: Stag
Victorinox logo: cut and filed from alu scales 😊
This is Böker 182, they started to make it in 1869!
(http://i.imgur.com/ANBbMUX.jpg) (https://imgur.com/ANBbMUX)
(http://i.imgur.com/2tNSyW9.jpg) (https://imgur.com/2tNSyW9)
(http://i.imgur.com/LrWt7hT.jpg) (https://imgur.com/LrWt7hT)
(http://i.imgur.com/nJzwUYK.jpg) (https://imgur.com/nJzwUYK)
I hope you like it.
That has some proper wow factor!
Post by: samek on October 28, 2021, 12:24:22 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/DGAutop.jpg) (https://imgur.com/DGAutop)
Post by: Adam5 on October 28, 2021, 12:40:34 PM
After some more dyeing... Colour is more intense amd warm :)
(http://i.imgur.com/DGAutop.jpg) (https://imgur.com/DGAutop)
That looks awesome! :salute:
Post by: kottskrapa on October 28, 2021, 02:08:27 PM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: Fortytwo on October 29, 2021, 03:08:13 PM
New slant on a pruner! 91mm garden knife using saw (everything needs to have a saw!) and the hawksbill blade from a pruning and grafting knife. The brass scales took the longest really as the blade slots in rather nicely. It has a 3.5mm pivot hole so I did make a collar to reduce it down from some tube I found on the ‘bay that was 3.5mm with a 2.5mm inner diameter - what are the chances!
I also has to file a small nick in the combo tool spacer so the tip of the hawksbill didn’t clatter in to it.
I did use liners to keep the saw away from the scale and to provide the .4mm required to keep the main blade tight…yes it’s 2mm like a standard spearpoint.
I guess strictly you might put a small blade instead of the combo but I might carry this too and to be honest because the hawksbill has humped lines too this is one of the few scenarios I like the way the combo looks against the main blade.
Tough as old boots this. :salute:
I really must do some more dry fitting and see where my problem is because I found that the pruning blade wouldn't fit opposite another tool on a 111 mm knife.
Post by: Helvetica Bold on October 29, 2021, 07:06:48 PM
I really must do some more dry fitting and see where my problem is because I found that the pruning blade wouldn't fit opposite another tool on a 111 mm knife.
That may be the case but…this is 91mm :whistle: :rofl:
Post by: kamakiri on October 30, 2021, 07:11:54 AM
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Post by: SteveC on October 30, 2021, 02:01:30 PM
After some more dyeing... Colour is more intense amd warm :)
(http://i.imgur.com/DGAutop.jpg) (https://imgur.com/DGAutop)
Sweet mod ! :like:
Post by: kamakiri on November 13, 2021, 05:10:20 AM
Post by: ComboTool on November 13, 2021, 02:32:52 PM
I'm usually not a fan of the "see-through" scales but they work OK with the saw teeth.
Post by: ComboTool on November 13, 2021, 02:36:49 PM
Post by: kamakiri on November 14, 2021, 07:24:36 AM
Now where can I find a 93mm serrated blade?
+B ‘Carver’ is one option off the top of my head. Expensive though.
I’d just use one from a Serrated Spartan. :dunno:
Old Picnickers and Outdoorsman too, but good blades will be expensive.
Post by: Fortytwo on November 23, 2021, 03:49:58 PM
100mm Hawksbill in a Trekker + Hook. Uses the liner lock for the Hawksbill. Retains all the other original tools aside from the OH serrated blade.
May I ask how you did it? My early attempts had the hawksbill hitting anything I tried to pair it with.
Post by: kamakiri on November 24, 2021, 04:04:18 AM
May I ask how you did it? My early attempts had the hawksbill hitting anything I tried to pair it with.
Yeah, it’s too long for any unmodified tools on the other end. it’s not crinked much if at all. I tested this and the floral profile. Not a lot of factory options to try anyway. And this is the 100mm profile I use the most. Thought about cutting a super short small Phillips, but I thought that would be a bit useless on this one so I didn’t bother.
But now that I’m thinking about it, maybe a shortened golf divot tool would be a good weeder. :dunno:
I’m going to try to get one of the larger hawkbills in later. Definitely no room for much else with those.
Post by: kamakiri on December 03, 2021, 02:47:08 AM
Post by: Helvetica Bold on December 03, 2021, 09:25:25 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 03, 2021, 10:05:11 PM
JR
Post by: kamakiri on December 04, 2021, 05:33:35 PM
Sweeeet!
:cheers:
Thanks again, HB! Performing well yesterday after extensive sharpening efforts. :woohoo:
I think I’m getting a Compact for Xmas, and the one thing I can’t stand is the corkscrew, yeah it gives you that little screwdriver but I’d soo like to put a Philips on it, heck even sneak a saw on it with a blank backside? But that means changing out all the pins rather then just the one if swapping out only corkscrew for the Philips,,
JR
I think I might do that with my ‘old’ Trail Guide that I used to demonstrate the scraper mod on its Combo Tool. Either regular Phillips, 58mm Combo phillips or ? Corkscrew isn’t so useful to me on more ‘urban’ knives.
Thinking of a blade swap for serrated too while I’d have it apart. New plus scales as the original Marlboro ones were already trashed when I got this one.
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 04, 2021, 05:48:20 PM
:cheers:Pretty much the same tool but with the added file, my thing would be to only have to pop that one pin in order to swap to the Philips, although In your case and just having to swap out the serrated blade you might be able to just do one other pin, unlike where I’d like to add a saw I’d have to do all of them..
Thanks again, HB! Performing well yesterday after extensive sharpening efforts. :woohoo:
I think I might do that with my ‘old’ Trail Guide that I used to demonstrate the scraper mod on its Combo Tool. Either regular Phillips, 58mm Combo phillips or ? Corkscrew isn’t so useful to me on more ‘urban’ knives.
Thinking of a blade swap for serrated too while I’d have it apart. New plus scales as the original Marlboro ones were already trashed when I got this one.
JR
Post by: kamakiri on December 06, 2021, 07:23:28 AM
Pretty much the same tool but with the added file, my thing would be to only have to pop that one pin in order to swap to the Philips, although In your case and just having to swap out the serrated blade you might be able to just do one other pin, unlike where I’d like to add a saw I’d have to do all of them..
JR
That’s true…one pins swaps are nice when that’s all you need. I have a habit of doing that to donors when I only need one part, like a serrated blade.
I also have it in my head to convert the whole thing (the Trail Guide) to 84mm just to try it. But I haven’t shortened the case hardened type metal saw yet. Stainless ones are easy enough.
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 06, 2021, 01:59:04 PM
That’s true…one pins swaps are nice when that’s all you need. I have a habit of doing that to donors when I only need one part, like a serrated blade.I have a few parts one being a backside Philips and a saw and I think I’m getting a compact for Xmas, so simple and easy, or pop them all and go all out :dunno:
I also have it in my head to convert the whole thing (the Trail Guide) to 84mm just to try it. But I haven’t shortened the case hardened type metal saw yet. Stainless ones are easy enough.
JR
Post by: kamakiri on December 06, 2021, 06:39:52 PM
I have a few parts one being a backside Philips and a saw and I think I’m getting a compact for Xmas, so simple and easy, or pop them all and go all out :dunno:
JR
:dunno:
Sounds good to me, and I’ll give you a nudge if that’s what you’re looking for. :pok: :) ;)
Post by: Helvetica Bold on December 08, 2021, 12:51:46 AM
Post by: kamakiri on December 08, 2021, 06:46:17 AM
No idea what I was playing at here but I like it! It works for me as a 2 layer but I feel with either a mag layer or a pliers layer (either or, not both) would make this even better! :whistle:
:tu: Nice. I do something similar, but with the spring 1 liner width more under the saw. I did it that way because of the higher spring pressure in the saw tang. Liners ‘hide’ the exposed sweep of the tang.
Post by: Helvetica Bold on December 08, 2021, 11:09:34 AM
:tu: Nice. I do something similar, but with the spring 1 liner width more under the saw. I did it that way because of the higher spring pressure in the saw tang. Liners ‘hide’ the exposed sweep of the tang.
Pics please … ;0)
Post by: kamakiri on December 08, 2021, 09:48:18 PM
Pics please … ;0)
Sorry…no can do. Too much *other* secret squirrel stuff on that knife. ;)
Post by: hulk. on December 09, 2021, 05:59:15 PM
is it the spring of the big blade?
Post by: Helvetica Bold on December 09, 2021, 07:57:16 PM
nice Good idea Helvetica Bold
is it the spring of the big blade?
Thanks Hulk. Yep same same spring as if it were a blade just need a thin .2mm extra spacer to take the wiggle out as the saw is thinner than the blade ;o)
Post by: kamakiri on December 09, 2021, 08:39:38 PM
Thanks Hulk. Yep same same spring as if it were a blade just need a thin .2mm extra spacer to take the wiggle out as the saw is thinner than the blade ;o)
I thought you didn’t crink the saw! :oops:
:whistle:
….
84mm Stainless Metal saw. No bushing required at the pivot. Still in test fitting and needs final trimming, but geometry looks good so far.
Post by: Helvetica Bold on December 09, 2021, 08:47:43 PM
Post by: kamakiri on December 10, 2021, 01:03:40 AM
84mm metal saw is quite a rare beast isn’t it?Original case hardened w/o the nail nick ones are. But I haven’t seen any of the Stainless or case hardened 91mm ones shortened to fit 84mm yet.
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That’s down the small blade end isn’t it? Mine replaces the main blade which may be the difference?
Yes, it is. Sorry, I wasn’t posting it as an example of a main blade knife replacement.
Post by: kamakiri on December 11, 2021, 12:15:41 AM
Post by: Helvetica Bold on December 11, 2021, 10:37:34 PM
Post by: kamakiri on December 12, 2021, 02:12:16 AM
Post by: kamakiri on December 15, 2021, 10:20:55 PM
Modern bits, vintage details.
Post by: Altis on December 16, 2021, 09:03:44 AM
Cadet X
Modern bits, vintage details.
Very nice indeed! If only Victorinox would just build it :dd:
Planning to make one as my first mod over the holiday break from a Climber Small.
Post by: kamakiri on December 16, 2021, 04:12:05 PM
Very nice indeed! If only Victorinox would just build it :dd:
Planning to make one as my first mod over the holiday break from a Climber Small.
:tu: Excellent, and thanks! :cheers:
Maybe if this becomes a more popular mod, Victorinox would see the demand potential. Then do something about 84mm scissors!
Post by: derheimwerkerkoenig on December 20, 2021, 07:04:27 PM
this may not be a very outstanding mod, but I wanted a clip at my Alox, and there you go.
Best regards from Germany
Post by: derheimwerkerkoenig on December 20, 2021, 07:36:16 PM
Post by: kottskrapa on December 20, 2021, 08:45:27 PM
[It's not failure if you learn something from it]
Post by: derheimwerkerkoenig on December 20, 2021, 09:18:28 PM
Best regards
Post by: SteveC on December 20, 2021, 09:54:54 PM
Thank you very much! Yes, they work sort of fine. The pivot ocurs to be a bit weak, as after some use it started to wear out and now there's a bit play in it. Between the double layered scales (the pliers) I had added a detent-ball to secure the closed-position. This is a bit too strong, so you need quite some force to open the pliers. It is a prototype so I ought to create some advanced models.;o)
Best regards
Cool mod and welcome to the forum ! :like:
Post by: derheimwerkerkoenig on December 20, 2021, 11:36:05 PM
Post by: hulk. on December 21, 2021, 04:38:35 PM
but I do not see the specific use?
victorinox clamp and thinner layers
Post by: pfrsantos on December 21, 2021, 05:15:32 PM
Thank you very much! Yes, they work sort of fine. The pivot ocurs to be a bit weak, as after some use it started to wear out and now there's a bit play in it. Between the double layered scales (the pliers) I had added a detent-ball to secure the closed-position. This is a bit too strong, so you need quite some force to open the pliers. It is a prototype so I ought to create some advanced models.;o)
Best regards
Welcome aboard! Pretty cool and unusual mod. Here's an idea: have you thought of having the plier straight, along the knife, and not at a 90º angle? Maybe it'll be easier to carry/store and use?
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: derheimwerkerkoenig on December 21, 2021, 08:48:45 PM
Welcome aboard! Pretty cool and unusual mod. Here's an idea: have you thought of having the plier straight, along the knife, and not at a 90º angle? Maybe it'll be easier to carry/store and use?
:cheers: :tu:
Yes, I agree with you, but in that case the pliers would interfere with using the Vic tools on that end. That's why I chose the 90 degree angle. And accepted that the tool looks like a fat penguin ... ;)
Post by: derheimwerkerkoenig on December 21, 2021, 08:52:08 PM
the idea is good, the realization is nice :hatsoff:
but I do not see the specific use?
victorinox clamp and thinner layers
Well, I wanted sturdy pliers and a powerful wire cutter.
Post by: pa_strunk on December 21, 2021, 10:21:23 PM
Post by: Poncho65 on December 21, 2021, 10:59:33 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on December 22, 2021, 12:29:11 PM
Yes, I agree with you, but in that case the pliers would interfere with using the Vic tools on that end. That's why I chose the 90 degree angle. And accepted that the tool looks like a fat penguin ... ;)
So stupid of me! Quite right, didn't remember SAKs have tools coming out of every which way!
:facepalm:
(https://memegenerator.net/img/instances/44444522/i-is-dumb-dumb-as-hell.jpg)
Post by: derheimwerkerkoenig on December 22, 2021, 09:26:13 PM
So stupid of me! Quite right, didn't remember SAKs have tools coming out of every which way!
:facepalm:
(https://memegenerator.net/img/instances/44444522/i-is-dumb-dumb-as-hell.jpg)
Don't worry, nobody is so stupid that he couldn't find someone even more stupid who understands him! Ask me how I know that the 90 degree thing works better! :whistle:
Post by: kamakiri on December 23, 2021, 12:09:32 AM
Don't worry, nobody is so stupid that he couldn't find someone even more stupid who understands him! Ask me how I know that the 90 degree thing works better! :whistle:
Hehe. Awesome. Oh, and so is your modded knife. ;)
:like: :like:
Post by: kamakiri on January 03, 2022, 06:19:16 PM
Post by: zoidberg on January 03, 2022, 06:44:06 PM
Post by: pa_strunk on January 03, 2022, 11:42:06 PM
Post by: kamakiri on January 04, 2022, 06:35:32 AM
Thanks!
Christmas is done…so time to butcher some of the LED strings! Just buttoned this up. Stupid name, but for now, Huntsman Lite-Lite. :facepalm:
Post by: Explorer on January 07, 2022, 01:03:35 AM
This one is a bit more sophisticated (prototype), with handle scales made of herdened steel. On one side, the scales are double layered and act as pliers.Whoa that’s so cool looking!
Very interesting mod and welcome to MTO
:cheers:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 07, 2022, 01:59:03 AM
JR
Post by: kamakiri on January 07, 2022, 06:14:53 AM
Is it possible to put an awl on the backside of a wood saw? What kind of spine do you need to use? I got a compact and I want to switch out the corkscrew for a Philips, but I’d also not mind to add a wood saw, I saw a hiker which has both but also a awl which would make it absolutely perfect but it looks like it goes to the backside of the openers? So I’d get the saw and Philips but just wouldn’t be able to add the awl,, any info would be appreciated..
JR
Possible…just gotta make it (the awl) thinner if you’re going to use it with the saw spring. And be careful when deploying the saw…I think the awl tip will poke out a bit mid way. Might have dime other edge contact issues.
Might br easier to put the saw over the opener backspring. Make a rest for the saw tip and spacer as needed.
Post by: andywork on January 07, 2022, 07:01:21 AM
:cheers:
Thanks!
Christmas is done…so time to butcher some of the LED strings! Just buttoned this up. Stupid name, but for now, Huntsman Lite-Lite. :facepalm:
That is so cool! :multi:
Could you call it a Huntsman Extra Lite?
After all, it does have an extra light. ;)
Great project. I look forward to seeing more. :tu:
Post by: Helvetica Bold on January 07, 2022, 09:37:54 AM
Is it possible to put an awl on the backside of a wood saw? What kind of spine do you need to use? I got a compact and I want to switch out the corkscrew for a Philips, but I’d also not mind to add a wood saw, I saw a hiker which has both but also a awl which would make it absolutely perfect but it looks like it goes to the backside of the openers? So I’d get the saw and Philips but just wouldn’t be able to add the awl,, any info would be appreciated..
JR
Grinding it thinner works perfectly - you hardly notice the difference when it’s done. Best to take material from the non-sharpened side mostly to avoid dulling the reamer edge but you can take a bit from each if I remember correctly.
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 07, 2022, 02:41:36 PM
JR
Post by: Helvetica Bold on January 07, 2022, 05:23:27 PM
Ok but what backspring do I need to work?Standard saw with backtool backspring
JR
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 07, 2022, 06:22:37 PM
JR
Post by: kamakiri on January 07, 2022, 06:47:41 PM
That is so cool! :multi:
Could you call it a Huntsman Extra Lite?
After all, it does have an extra light. ;)
Great project. I look forward to seeing more. :tu:
:cheers:
Thanks for the suggestion and I’ll have more sooner than later.
Ok but what backspring do I need to work?
JR
Already posted that above. :dunno:
Use the saw spring and grind the awl or use the opener spring and make a rest and spacer for the saw pivot and the awl is unmodified. Those are the two ‘easiest’ choices. Up to you. :tu:
Post by: kamakiri on January 07, 2022, 06:49:17 PM
Anyone know where I can get just the couple parts rather then ordering like two whole diff sak’s?
JR
I’ve seen loose parts and springs on the ‘bay
Post by: andywork on January 07, 2022, 06:57:42 PM
:cheers:
Thanks for the suggestion and I’ll have more sooner than later.
[…]
Extra lights on your Extra Lite? Or extra “Extra Lites”? :ahhh :D
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 07, 2022, 07:13:01 PM
I’ve seen loose parts and springs on the ‘bayI saw some before but I looked a little bit ago and I only found like the saw and not the other parts..
JR
Post by: kamakiri on January 07, 2022, 08:18:21 PM
Extra lights on your Extra Lite? Or extra “Extra Lites”? :ahhh :D
Yes and yes. :D ;)
Sister asked for a similarly built knife (or two). I threw out a number for a potential maximum that could fit. She didn’t decline…‘whatever fits would be fine…’ understanding that I’m willing to experiment a bit.
Bad for the he dash in your car, but her SAK will literally be ‘lit like a Christmas tree’!!
Post by: kamakiri on January 07, 2022, 08:21:15 PM
I saw some before but I looked a little bit ago and I only found like the saw and not the other parts..
JR
I didn’t look, but at least Campers are cheap. I wouldn’t hesitate to tear down a new one if the mod warranted new parts. :dunno:
Post by: 1g0rb on January 09, 2022, 03:33:41 AM
just finished modding my beloved mini champ so i wanted to brag about it :). i'm not done yet (scales need some minor tweaks and i plan to acid etch the tools but i don't have the acid yet).
so, here's the list of mods:
- m1.8 screws instead of pivots (had to widen the holes on all tools and springs a bit)
- custom designed 3D printed scales: front side has the compartments for both the tweezers and toothpick and additional one for a pin/needle, back side has pen
- removed the ruler/flat screwdriver and cuticle pusher
- nail file modified to have the flat screwdriver instead of nail cleaner (i plan to also mark the ruler on the back side)
future plans involve darkening the tools with acid, maybe adding some small magnifier, improving the scales design (pen doesn't move as easy as on the original, toothpick is a bit loose) and maybe ordering a 3D print in metal from shapeways (this is printed in PLA and works pretty good as i carried a "testing" PLA scale for last three months and haven't had any issues with wear). i'm also thinking of removing small blade and citrus peeler (to basically get a manager SAK) as i have a small scalpel on the keychain for precise cuts but i just love that small blade.
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 09, 2022, 03:43:19 AM
JR
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 09, 2022, 03:51:27 AM
JR
Post by: Huntsman on January 09, 2022, 01:00:08 PM
I really like the idea of the three scale tools in the 58mm - But was wondering how you got the tp and tw on the same side - as they would crash into each other.
Then looked again and reckon that their slots are slightly angled so they slip beside each other - Correct? ???
Vic shoudl think about that!!
Post by: 1g0rb on January 09, 2022, 02:34:00 PM
yes, they are slightly (5°) angled. here's the pic of the bottom side of the scale. i'll share the design files for it after i evaluate it a bit more.
Post by: kamakiri on January 09, 2022, 06:53:08 PM
:like:
I like the angled solution…and it’s nice to see some 58mm action in here. :tu:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 19, 2022, 03:53:54 PM
JR
Post by: Helvetica Bold on January 19, 2022, 08:52:35 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 20, 2022, 01:07:25 AM
JR
Post by: 1g0rb on January 25, 2022, 10:29:27 PM
here it is: https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/124359-sak-58mm-scales (https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/124359-sak-58mm-scales)
Post by: kamakiri on January 26, 2022, 07:36:17 PM
as promised, i'm sharing 3D files for my custom scales from my last post. it includes a lot of variants: with two slots, with two slots+pin, pen and basic, all of them with screw/nut holes as well as with standard SAK snap-on mounting (I haven't tested those recently but before this it worked well on a previous version).
here it is: https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/124359-sak-58mm-scales (https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/124359-sak-58mm-scales)
I don’t 3D print, but that’s awesome of you to share!
I think the sincerest compliment would come from Victorinox, if they actually use your idea! Perhaps you should submit it to them? It would be nice if you got recognition directly from them. :tu:
Post by: 1g0rb on January 26, 2022, 09:39:48 PM
I don’t 3D print, but that’s awesome of you to share!
I think the sincerest compliment would come from Victorinox, if they actually use your idea! Perhaps you should submit it to them? It would be nice if you got recognition directly from them. :tu:
thanks!
that's a really interesting idea to submit it to victorinox. i didn't even knew they accept ideas until i just found it on their site so thanks for mentioning that too :).
Post by: kamakiri on January 27, 2022, 03:25:54 AM
thanks!
that's a really interesting idea to submit it to victorinox. i didn't even knew they accept ideas until i just found it on their site so thanks for mentioning that too :).
:cheers:
It’s absolutely worthy of it. Glad I mentioned it. :)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 28, 2022, 04:08:53 AM
I have that compact that I’ll be customizing, the extra parts came in and I was kinda thinking, what else can I do to add some flavor for it?
JR
Post by: Helvetica Bold on January 28, 2022, 09:53:37 AM
Post by: kamakiri on February 01, 2022, 05:06:21 PM
Just cranking out some spacers.
Post by: trouthunter on February 06, 2022, 05:49:42 AM
I made my first Spydernox Mod today. It took a bit of work, and it is far from perfect. At least know what to do next time.
Post by: pa_strunk on February 06, 2022, 10:51:07 PM
Post by: SAKTaschenmesser on February 10, 2022, 12:49:58 PM
Post by: SAKTaschenmesser on February 12, 2022, 12:11:49 PM
1. Pre-peening, the saw kept hitting the scale liner so I added an extra tool liner to provide clearance.
2. The scale wood was Red Heart. I tried to scorch over a metal Swiss cross to leave an imprint in the wood. That didn't work, so ran a blow torch over the length of the scales, wire wooled them and waxed to cover up the error.
3. I glued on the scale with the corkscrew closed. This pushed down the scale slightly so that it did not line up nicely with the scale liner. Liberal filing tidied things up.
Amateurish, but lessons learned.
Post by: Helvetica Bold on February 12, 2022, 12:50:04 PM
Post by: kamakiri on February 13, 2022, 05:34:36 PM
1. Pre-peening, the saw kept hitting the scale liner so I added an extra tool liner to provide clearance.
I use blue painter's tape when I’m being careful, like with brand new or really old ones. Folded over the tool and sealed to itself is all it needs. That’s also what I do with leftover sharp parts that I store and organize with small zip locks.
Post by: kamakiri on February 15, 2022, 01:10:42 AM
Fresh from the kamakiri forge…
Post by: SAKTaschenmesser on February 18, 2022, 11:11:56 AM
- Wood scales
- Old style scissors, screwed pivot, no back tool
- Combo tool is a bit stiff, hopefully it will loosen up
Post by: SteveC on February 19, 2022, 02:40:04 PM
Lightweight Huntsman:
- Wood scales
- Old style scissors, screwed pivot, no back tool
- Combo tool is a bit stiff, hopefully it will loosen up
Very nice, did you make the wood handles ?
Post by: SAKTaschenmesser on February 19, 2022, 06:59:36 PM
From EBay, a Russian seller, I assumed they were Victorinox OEM.
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Post by: Helvetica Bold on February 22, 2022, 09:56:14 PM
Lightweight Huntsman:
- Wood scales
- Old style scissors, screwed pivot, no back tool
- Combo tool is a bit stiff, hopefully it will loosen up
Can’t argue with that combo :salute:
Post by: SAKTaschenmesser on March 01, 2022, 01:44:47 PM
(1) Blade/Combo
(2) Wood saw
(3) Scissors
The Lightweight Huntsman.
I have limited tools and experience, but have made up one 91mm with red scales and another with wood scales.
This is my latest, and last, I've got enough!
84mm in Alox.
I was going to make it in red scales, but Myron tempted me with Alox, which I've never done before.
The peening is rough, but it works. I think I need to hammer it home further. Unfortunately there is a hammer mark just below the pivot north of the cross. I was using a punch to round off the pivots and it slipped. Impatience and lack of attention to detail.
Many thanks to the generosity of Myron who supplied most of the parts.
Post by: Myron on March 01, 2022, 03:21:30 PM
Excellent work, @SAKTaschenmesser!
Myron
Post by: kamakiri on March 01, 2022, 03:54:06 PM
The nice thing about errant mark in your own knife is you get to use it without worry about doing any cosmetic damage.
A small radius ball peen hammer might help tighten the rivets as needed. I use a heavy hand to set the rivets and fill the conical seat in Alox or brass bushings, but small lighter taps for rounding exposed rivets (if not setting them flush/flat to the level of the alox face). Small radius helps to ‘safely’ work closer to the edge of the domed head. Light taps, using wrist action only.
Post by: ComboTool on March 01, 2022, 05:01:16 PM
But...
This is my latest, and last, I've got enough!Yeah, right!
Post by: kamakiri on March 01, 2022, 05:42:19 PM
This is a before and after of a 91mm center/3rd pin that was flattened on the backside when reused and re-set in a mod.
The peening marks are made close and small enough to resemble a golf ball or mirror/disco ball somewhat and are fine enough to be sanded or polished away.
Just takes a little more time and some patience.
Post by: SAKTaschenmesser on March 01, 2022, 05:58:39 PM
Post by: kamakiri on March 01, 2022, 06:29:20 PM
Thanks, the knife's tools are pretty tight. If I do feel a bit of wobble develop, I'll give the pivots some fairly gentle, progressive taps with the ball of my hammer to get it just right. I quite like the hammered golf ball look.:tu:
I didn’t mean to confuse the issue regarding tightening. I only meant that as a ‘if needed’ part of the discussion. Like needing to refinish after additional tightening. I’m primarily demonstrating a finishing technique I use after the rivet and tools are set. So mainly to show the difference in cosmetics. My example above was already tight, but with that big ugly flat top.
I hope that helps you and anyone else looking to improve the finish of their peening work. It’s just a matter of removing the large ‘facets’ and replacing them with smaller finer ones that can easily be made to ‘disappear’, wear, or polish away. :)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 25, 2022, 07:11:41 PM
JR
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 25, 2022, 08:32:15 PM
JR
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 25, 2022, 09:51:17 PM
JR
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 25, 2022, 11:49:38 PM
JR
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 26, 2022, 12:24:58 AM
JR
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 26, 2022, 01:10:59 AM
Took out the corkscrew and put in the Philips and added a whole extra layer adding a saw, I thought of putting a awl on the backside but decided not to, this little guy is almost perfect, the only thing it’s missing is alox scales,,
JR
Post by: Aloha on April 26, 2022, 01:13:54 AM
Post by: m47mu74nt on April 26, 2022, 07:43:48 AM
Who’s ready for the end product? Any guesses on that 3rd layer before I post a pic?
JR
1 layer without back tool?
I'd say old metal file or woodsaw? Or a fish scaler
Post by: m47mu74nt on April 26, 2022, 07:50:04 AM
Oh well, here’s the finished product,,
Took out the corkscrew and put in the Philips and added a whole extra layer adding a saw, I thought of putting a awl on the backside but decided not to, this little guy is almost perfect, the only thing it’s missing is alox scales,,
JR
Damned, my post did not "post"
Saw was one of my guesses : you made the "wood guide" pendant of my trail guide :hatsoff:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 26, 2022, 01:24:26 PM
JR
Post by: m47mu74nt on April 27, 2022, 08:43:07 AM
Cool,
JR
Beware, this might become your favourite EDC :angel:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 27, 2022, 01:14:45 PM
Beware, this might become your favourite EDC :angel:Idk it’s not alox, and the FarmerX is totally my fav so far! Although I saw snap on alox scales last night for 91,, :whistle:
JR
Post by: pfrsantos on April 27, 2022, 06:53:47 PM
Idk it’s not alox, and the FarmerX is totally my fav so far! Although I saw snap on alox scales last night for 91,, :whistle:
JR
(https://y.yarn.co/c69b76f6-aba8-4247-8df7-88762813643f_text.gif)
Post by: m47mu74nt on April 27, 2022, 10:02:02 PM
Idk it’s not alox, and the FarmerX is totally my fav so far! Although I saw snap on alox scales last night for 91,, :whistle:
JR
I thought so, but my beloved '91 SI couldn't compete against my TrailGuide for EDC (black Plus cellidor scales + black T&T)
Post by: samek on May 13, 2022, 04:00:44 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/7Bl8zV5.jpg) (https://imgur.com/7Bl8zV5)
(http://i.imgur.com/bGBKRIE.jpg) (https://imgur.com/bGBKRIE)
(http://i.imgur.com/KzTaHeM.jpg) (https://imgur.com/KzTaHeM)
(http://i.imgur.com/WMPjcvh.jpg) (https://imgur.com/WMPjcvh)
Samek
Post by: pa_strunk on May 13, 2022, 04:37:15 PM
Post by: trouthunter on May 31, 2022, 03:17:06 AM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on May 31, 2022, 03:28:19 AM
JR
Post by: pfrsantos on May 31, 2022, 12:21:06 PM
Very nice :tu:
JR
+1
Are you thinking about a second one?
:pok: :pok:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on May 31, 2022, 11:20:46 PM
JR
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 01, 2022, 10:25:11 AM
That saying makes no sense though. Comparing fiction to reality and all. Also to my knowledge the Titanic did not sink because of a technical error, but because they ran into an iceberg. But maybe I miss the point :think:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on June 01, 2022, 01:54:04 PM
Nice mod :tu: I like a Compact with saw.Thanks, I also switched out the corkscrew with a Philips,
That saying makes no sense though. Comparing fiction to reality and all. Also to my knowledge the Titanic did not sink because of a technical error, but because they ran into an iceberg. But maybe I miss the point :think:
Yeah but, you just got to just think it through, if the ark was true it was built by simple people if not his family, and yet you got and amazing ark, vs, you get a company with amazing minds who design an unsinkable ship yet it hits an iceberg and sinks, it’s just the idea,
Just saying sometimes us simple minded people get an idea that’s better then and will outlast a companies, kinda like Syph’s work
JR
Post by: CruelDog on June 15, 2022, 07:43:02 PM
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Post by: Jud65 on June 15, 2022, 08:01:26 PM
The micarta scales were a bonus.
Any ideas for a name?
Post by: Hzza on June 20, 2022, 02:24:24 PM
I've been lurking a bit, getting some tips together and finally have something to post.
First up is a blade delete 91mm Tinker Deluxe.
Initially, thought it would be a cool idea to have the opening layer in the middle, but the plier blocked access so had to be re-done.
I wasn't happy with the peening on some of the tools on v2 and wanted to add the phillips/magnifier from an Explorer so that lead to v3 which is where we are now.
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Much happier with the peening and tension on the tools - the scissors will never be perfect as the back tool isn't the one it wants, but at least now they aren't flopping open by themselves :D.
Second one is a 84mm Waiter/Walker hybrid.
Plan for this one was to have something with a corkscrew/eyeglass screwdriver to leave in a jacket as needed. The saw was added after I took up whittling and wanted to take some branches whilst out on walks (a weak excuse, but was looking for a quick and fun mod).
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Black/orange Plus sales on both from Taschenmesser.
Next on the menu will be a cut down mini-champ. I'd like a jetsetter with nail file so would need to think about the 4th tool. As I haven't had my hands on a mini-champ just yet we'll have to wait and see how that one goes.
Post by: Hanx on June 20, 2022, 02:45:53 PM
A friend of mine asked for a slim 2-layer festooned with Phillips screwdrivers… et voilà…ScienTinker.
The micarta scales were a bonus.
Any ideas for a name?
Post by: pfrsantos on June 21, 2022, 10:46:37 AM
Hi gents,
I've been lurking a bit, getting some tips together and finally have something to post.
First up is a blade delete 91mm Tinker Deluxe.
Initially, thought it would be a cool idea to have the opening layer in the middle, but the plier blocked access so had to be re-done.
I wasn't happy with the peening on some of the tools on v2 and wanted to add the phillips/magnifier from an Explorer so that lead to v3 which is where we are now.
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Much happier with the peening and tension on the tools - the scissors will never be perfect as the back tool isn't the one it wants, but at least now they aren't flopping open by themselves :D.
Second one is a 84mm Waiter/Walker hybrid.
Plan for this one was to have something with a corkscrew/eyeglass screwdriver to leave in a jacket as needed. The saw was added after I took up whittling and wanted to take some branches whilst out on walks (a weak excuse, but was looking for a quick and fun mod).
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Black/orange Plus sales on both from Taschenmesser.
Next on the menu will be a cut down mini-champ. I'd like a jetsetter with nail file so would need to think about the 4th tool. As I haven't had my hands on a mini-champ just yet we'll have to wait and see how that one goes.
Welcome aboard!
:cheers: :salute:
Thanks for sharing, those look great!
:tu: :tu:
Post by: Gareth on June 21, 2022, 09:56:25 PM
Welcome aboard!
:cheers: :salute:
Thanks for sharing, those look great!
:tu: :tu:
Totally agree. Great looking work there. :hatsoff:
Post by: Gareth on June 21, 2022, 10:01:31 PM
A friend of mine asked for a slim 2-layer festooned with Phillips screwdrivers… et voilà…
The micarta scales were a bonus.
Any ideas for a name?
Something akin to a Scientist, so how about a Researcher?
Post by: Helvetica Bold on July 01, 2022, 08:41:06 PM
Opener layer inside the scissors and all layer apart form scissors are on main blade springs. Lots of brass spacers to take up the slack.
Plus scales to come of course. See what you think …
Post by: Annihilator on July 04, 2022, 02:37:24 PM
Can you post a picture of the backside with the springs?
Post by: Helvetica Bold on July 04, 2022, 03:45:41 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 04, 2022, 06:01:30 PM
JR
Post by: Helvetica Bold on July 04, 2022, 06:18:28 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 04, 2022, 06:23:43 PM
JR
Post by: Helvetica Bold on July 04, 2022, 07:26:30 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 04, 2022, 07:40:14 PM
JR
Post by: Helvetica Bold on July 04, 2022, 08:51:20 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 04, 2022, 09:16:02 PM
JR
Post by: Helvetica Bold on July 04, 2022, 09:25:27 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 04, 2022, 09:35:11 PM
JR
Post by: Annihilator on July 05, 2022, 11:40:22 AM
Top and bottom pics below. To keep the pressure on the saw blade I had to cut the hole end off of an old corkscrew and insert that in the back layer and then create a rest for the tip of the saw from an old 2.4mm main blade shown in pic below and in previous pics. Scales on now too!
That is a super nice solution! Looking very clean :like:
Post by: Helvetica Bold on July 05, 2022, 12:15:49 PM
Post by: Huntsman on July 06, 2022, 01:58:43 AM
Post by: pa_strunk on July 07, 2022, 05:35:00 AM
Post by: Aloha on July 08, 2022, 04:51:08 PM
You are bold. Good for you.
Post by: pfrsantos on July 08, 2022, 07:17:18 PM
:like:
You are bold. Good for you.
+1
:cheers: :tu:
Victorinox would make a killing, if they saw some of the mods people do here and made them themselves, as LE or the like.
:pok: :pok:
Post by: Helvetica Bold on July 09, 2022, 12:01:18 PM
Found myself in a mod mood this evening and I can already tell you this one is going to irritate some for messing up a classic, but I just couldn’t resist. This is my Yeotimer. Has little of the old mixed with the new as far as tools.
That, my friend, is next level sacrifice for the art. Love it.
Post by: pa_strunk on July 10, 2022, 12:59:08 AM
Post by: Sneider on July 10, 2022, 09:51:53 AM
Thanks for comments guys. I decided to tweak an 85 mm Victorinox “yeoman” mod I have today. Added keyring, old school corkscrew and tried something new, I rit dyed the magnifier black. Like the way it contrast with the Evogrip scales. What do you guys think?
Looks really good! Excellent tool set. :tu:
:like:
Post by: DVec_5.0 on July 12, 2022, 06:12:21 AM
Post by: Helvetica Bold on July 12, 2022, 12:20:17 PM
Thanks for comments guys. I decided to tweak an 85 mm Victorinox “yeoman” mod I have today. Added keyring, old school corkscrew and tried something new, I rit dyed the magnifier black. Like the way it contrast with the Evogrip scales. What do you guys think?
Awesome :like:
Post by: pfrsantos on July 13, 2022, 04:41:51 PM
I love the waiter/walker combo. I was thinking of doing this myself too.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXE8LdXzeHM (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXE8LdXzeHM)
:D :D
Post by: Huntsman on July 19, 2022, 12:26:57 PM
Thanks for comments guys. I decided to tweak an 85 mm Victorinox “yeoman” mod I have today. Added keyring, old school corkscrew and tried something new, I rit dyed the magnifier black. Like the way it contrast with the Evogrip scales. What do you guys think?That is one cool looking, interesting and useful SAK - Brilliant :D :D :D
Post by: Helvetica Bold on July 22, 2022, 02:23:00 PM
Made with Delamont scissors so not ideal but still makes a very neat little package. Also used a slightly modified Delamont liner in the build - note that the two end holes fit pretty well as they are it’s just her middle ones that need re-drilling for an 84mm Victorinox
Post by: trouthunter on August 01, 2022, 09:56:27 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on August 03, 2022, 11:18:48 AM
Just modded one of my 84MM to have a single blade scalpel.
Wow!
(https://i.giphy.com/media/l1J9wSXhprtRF1HYA/giphy.webp)
Post by: kottskrapa on August 03, 2022, 07:50:12 PM
More pics of the parts? Please!!
Post by: pa_strunk on August 04, 2022, 12:00:17 AM
Post by: trouthunter on August 04, 2022, 03:06:56 AM
:iagree:
More pics of the parts? Please!!
I will have put some work into that. This was a bit of hodgepodge of modified extra parts.
Post by: kottskrapa on August 04, 2022, 08:53:57 AM
I will have put some work into that. This was a bit of hodgepodge of modified extra parts.
Only if you get the chance, taking it apart or get any other good opportunities
Post by: jwestra on August 08, 2022, 03:43:56 PM
hi all,
just finished modding my beloved mini champ so i wanted to brag about it :). i'm not done yet (scales need some minor tweaks and i plan to acid etch the tools but i don't have the acid yet).
so, here's the list of mods:
- m1.8 screws instead of pivots (had to widen the holes on all tools and springs a bit)
- custom designed 3D printed scales: front side has the compartments for both the tweezers and toothpick and additional one for a pin/needle, back side has pen
- removed the ruler/flat screwdriver and cuticle pusher
- nail file modified to have the flat screwdriver instead of nail cleaner (i plan to also mark the ruler on the back side)
future plans involve darkening the tools with acid, maybe adding some small magnifier, improving the scales design (pen doesn't move as easy as on the original, toothpick is a bit loose) and maybe ordering a 3D print in metal from shapeways (this is printed in PLA and works pretty good as i carried a "testing" PLA scale for last three months and haven't had any issues with wear). i'm also thinking of removing small blade and citrus peeler (to basically get a manager SAK) as i have a small scalpel on the keychain for precise cuts but i just love that small blade.
Any reason for using the M1.8 screws and enlarging the holes?
UNF #0-80 is used more here on the forum as a good fit.
And I think M1.6 screws fit quite decently as well?
Post by: Cakemonster on August 12, 2022, 12:14:17 PM
I realised I wanted a Climber Deluxe (with a nail file) so I made one and also ended up with a pointy bladed DofE (RIP Your Highness)
Post by: Jud65 on August 13, 2022, 09:14:44 AM
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I realised I wanted a Climber Deluxe (with a nail file) so I made one and also ended up with a pointy bladed DofE (RIP Your Highness)
Post by: pa_strunk on August 18, 2022, 05:17:57 AM
Post by: Huntsman on August 18, 2022, 01:51:38 PM
hi all,
just finished modding my beloved mini champ so i wanted to brag about it :).
I'm not done yet (scales need some minor tweaks and i plan to acid etch the tools but i don't have the acid yet).
..........
Methinks you made yourself a Vagabond!!
Post by: trouthunter on August 31, 2022, 11:12:51 PM
Micarta Scales from Taschenmessermad and some color enhancements.
Custom Liner and Spring for 84 MM Scissors and Long Nail from
Square Phillips
Reprofiled Large Blade
Standard Small Blade
Post by: trouthunter on August 31, 2022, 11:32:21 PM
Only if you get the chance, taking it apart or get any other good opportunities
Here is what it took to make the mod. I wasn't willing to take it apart so I did my best with what I had on hand.
Post by: Salmonidae2 on September 01, 2022, 09:37:43 PM
Here is what it took to make the mod. I wasn't willing to take it apart so I did my best with what I had on hand.
Thank you for posting this. Do you think there’d be any issue with using the pivot point on the standard 91mm knife as a template instead of the bottle/can opener? Maybe there isn’t enough material to start with?
Post by: trouthunter on September 02, 2022, 11:25:48 PM
Thank you for posting this. Do you think there’d be any issue with using the pivot point on the standard 91mm knife as a template instead of the bottle/can opener? Maybe there isn’t enough material to start with?
I honestly don't know. These were from a 91mm, so it is plausible. I have also used a thick piece of aluminum in the past to accomplish the same task.
Post by: kottskrapa on September 03, 2022, 12:34:26 AM
Here is what it took to make the mod. I wasn't willing to take it apart so I did my best with what I had on hand.
Thanks! This is now on my want to do list
Post by: Helvetica Bold on September 03, 2022, 10:53:04 AM
Slightly less technical but I made something similar to this previously and promptly lost it. It’s a openerless compact! A bit weird I know but I was surprisingly attached to it hence the new improved plus scale version. Had to use a blade I had been messing about profiling as it was all I had left but actually quite like it and it retains the original nail nick too!
Post by: CruelDog on September 24, 2022, 09:35:44 PM
https://youtu.be/4xwy9vcVNAI
Post by: ComboTool on October 02, 2022, 11:03:10 AM
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Post by: Echotech on October 02, 2022, 11:25:16 AM
Post by: Hzza on October 02, 2022, 03:15:23 PM
And since I'm in 3-layer mood, here's a 91mm clone of Syph's great invention of the driver layer (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,34772.msg1162348.html#msg1162348).
Super like this one, any additional work to get the phillips in place of the can opener or is it just a drop-in?
Post by: ComboTool on October 02, 2022, 05:41:31 PM
Super like this one, any additional work to get the phillips in place of the can opener or is it just a drop-in?The Phillips tang has to be reworked to match the spring (I used a blade layer spring). Since the Phillips is a bit wider than the spring (which itself is wider than the bottle opener) a few washers/spacers are needed in various places. Last, I used a backspring awl (again with washers to adjust the width) to maintain spring tension.
Post by: pa_strunk on October 03, 2022, 09:30:23 PM
Post by: Enginears on October 11, 2022, 02:51:39 AM
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Post by: Aloha on October 11, 2022, 05:35:44 PM
Some really great mods. :hatsoff:
Post by: pfrsantos on October 12, 2022, 12:57:04 PM
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Pretty nice! Keep us posted!
:worthless:
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Post by: pfrsantos on October 25, 2022, 04:39:23 PM
To avoid the can opener slipping when you're using it, cut a small groove in the lower tip, so it fits the rim of the can.
I used just a triangular file to do it. Put two fingers on the sides of the lower tip, as guides, and gently run the edge of the file down the middle, to create the groove.
Keep doing this without applying much force, so as not to have the file slip. After a while, test it on a can to see if it's deep enough. Keep repeating until it works.
:cheers: :salute:
Post by: hulk. on October 27, 2022, 05:54:40 PM
full of good idea
Thank you for sharing :popcorn:
Post by: hulk. on October 28, 2022, 10:52:27 AM
Hello, new here and trying to post. I am new to modding, this is one of my 2 layers. Small blade and saw on one layer and an integrated pocket clip. I am in the process of making some leather scales for it. [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ]
Hello ,
It's a cool mod for a 1st time it's great
Mechanically it is not perfect, the saw and mounted twisted, and must be accompanied manually so as not to hit the small blade.
I would have liked to make such a successful mod for my 1st time
Post by: ComboTool on November 01, 2022, 01:14:01 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 01, 2022, 01:49:57 PM
JR
Post by: ComboTool on November 01, 2022, 03:42:50 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 01, 2022, 04:02:30 PM
I attached the file to the scale while the knife was apart, but with a little care you can probably do it without taking the knife apart. I used a 58mm nail file but any file of a similar size should work.I fig while open (of course) drill and tap, then use like you said probably any file should work if done right, and then just fasten on, use some what is it thread hardener?
JR
Post by: pa_strunk on November 01, 2022, 04:35:06 PM
Post by: ComboTool on November 01, 2022, 05:03:19 PM
I fig while open (of course) drill and tap, then use like you said probably any file should work if done right, and then just fasten on, use some what is it thread hardener?Exactly :tu:
Might consider rit dye for the magnifier. You could turn it red, just need a use a candy apple or bright red.Thanks for the suggestion, I will look into it although I like the next time I feel like taking it apart.
Post by: Annihilator on November 02, 2022, 11:08:08 AM
My 93mm Explorer has just received new red liners and a nail file.
That looks super nice! Something I haven't seen here :like:
Only thing I would change would be countersunk screws, maybe.
Post by: ComboTool on November 02, 2022, 05:42:25 PM
That looks super nice! Something I haven't seen here :like:Thanks!
Only thing I would change would be countersunk screws, maybe.
It's a matter of taste, but I prefer button head screws on Alox scales, they look more like the original pins.
Post by: Annihilator on November 03, 2022, 10:22:52 AM
Thanks!
It's a matter of taste, but I prefer button head screws on Alox scales, they look more like the original pins.
Ah, so it's a deliberate choice of design!
May I ask the obligatory question of where you got the pivots? :D
Post by: ComboTool on November 03, 2022, 03:06:58 PM
Post by: Annihilator on November 03, 2022, 04:13:31 PM
Post by: Enginears on November 12, 2022, 02:01:01 AM
Post by: Aloha on November 12, 2022, 03:24:38 AM
Post by: ComboTool on November 12, 2022, 11:00:05 AM
Post by: Gareth on November 12, 2022, 11:08:48 AM
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I like that! :cheers: can I ask which backspring you've used for the saw and did you need to modify it at all?
Post by: Enginears on November 12, 2022, 08:19:23 PM
I like that! :cheers: can I ask which backspring you've used for the saw and did you need to modify it at all?
On this mod I am using a regular blade layer spring without any modifications. Makes for a pretty good snap on all three tools.
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Post by: Aloha on November 22, 2022, 04:43:33 PM
Post by: ComboTool on November 22, 2022, 05:36:19 PM
I keep getting small breaks around the edge of my peens, do I just need to slow down? Any tips?
I sometimes have the same, but I don't know for sure what causes it. I suspect the quality of brass may be involved (for me it happens more often with the 2.2mm brass which is a greener tint than my other sizes).
Anyway, I don't have a definitive answer but slowing down can't hurt. Also, you might consider leaving less material before peening.
Post by: Enginears on November 23, 2022, 01:10:24 AM
I am getting inspired again. I have parts just lost the interest when I mangled the bushings.
Are you going to get a sacrificial knife for more bushings or do you have another plan?
Post by: Enginears on November 23, 2022, 02:29:55 AM
I sometimes have the same, but I don't know for sure what causes it. I suspect the quality of brass may be involved (for me it happens more often with the 2.2mm brass which is a greener tint than my other sizes).
Anyway, I don't have a definitive answer but slowing down can't hurt. Also, you might consider leaving less material before peening.
Now that you mention the quality of brass it made me remember that this particular rod is bronze. I wonder if higher copper content could be a contributor. I will try less material next time, I am always a bit fearful of not having enough.
Post by: Aloha on November 23, 2022, 03:58:55 PM
Post by: trouthunter on November 23, 2022, 10:10:16 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 23, 2022, 11:09:52 PM
JR
Post by: bismouth on November 24, 2022, 09:02:19 PM
My latest mod is a Spydernox with, yes, Econo Scales.
NICE !
Quick questions: Dragonfly blade without modification? Could you explain your process?
I love it!
Post by: Aloha on November 24, 2022, 09:50:10 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on November 27, 2022, 02:40:15 PM
NICE !
Quick questions: Dragonfly blade without modification? Could you explain your process?
I love it!
+1
Awlso, why the combo tool instead of the bottle opener?
??? ???
Post by: trouthunter on November 28, 2022, 06:47:17 AM
+1
Awlso, why the combo tool instead of the bottle opener?
??? ???
Sure. I noted that I saw a 91mm Spydernox being built, don’t remover where, and they made no modification to the blade at all. They did how ever modify the spring to accommodate the Dragonfly. I prefer the the Combo Tool. Hindsight sight saws I should used a small blade vs. the can opener.
Post by: bismouth on November 29, 2022, 08:40:53 PM
Modifying the spring OK but for the pivot diameter?
Post by: trouthunter on November 30, 2022, 07:46:08 PM
can you explain the process of puting the dragonfly blade?
Modifying the spring OK but for the pivot diameter?
Sure for the pivot, I peened in a piece of brass in the Spyderco blade pivot and then drilled a 2.2mm hole for the pivot.
Post by: pa_strunk on November 30, 2022, 08:42:31 PM
Post by: trouthunter on December 11, 2022, 11:34:52 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on December 12, 2022, 12:22:05 AM
JR
Post by: Enginears on December 12, 2022, 01:05:17 AM
New custom painted scales. I could not fine 84MM Plus scale let along 84MM Plus scales in the right shade of blue. So I made some.
Looks cool. What kind of paint and what kind of surface prep did you use?
Post by: trouthunter on December 12, 2022, 04:00:11 AM
Looks cool. What kind of paint and what kind of surface prep did you use?
Just standard spray paint with a matte polyurethane clear coat. Surface preparation was simple sanding and washing.
Post by: Helvetica Bold on December 13, 2022, 07:31:43 PM
Meant to take photos of fitting up but forgot in a flurry of activity but you can see the template I made by scaling one of the photos on SAK wiki and tracing around with Adobe illustrator pen tool. For the pivot end I just traced around a pen blade….
Post by: Enginears on December 18, 2022, 04:41:44 PM
Was very unlikely to find one of these so modded a divot tool to make this Spartan golfer out of a sheet of 1.5mm 403 stainless. Looks pretty convincing not sure how bend resistant 403 is/will be but unless I hit a large stone I’m sure it’ll be fine.
Meant to take photos of fitting up but forgot in a flurry of activity but you can see the template I made by scaling one of the photos on SAK wiki and tracing around with Adobe illustrator pen tool. For the pivot end I just traced around a pen blade….
Looks good! Keep us posted on the durability of the 403.
Here is a 3 layer I put together last night. I call it the camp and climb. Basically a climber with a blade swap. Added an extra liner for the woodsaw/small blade - now it fits like a charm.
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Post by: Helvetica Bold on December 18, 2022, 11:34:53 PM
Post by: pa_strunk on December 31, 2022, 04:36:43 PM
Post by: Enginears on January 01, 2023, 01:00:31 AM
Last mod of 2022, always bugged me how Wenger was in some ways much more innovative than Victorinox. One particular model took me forever to find. The Wenger Double Blade SAK. Finally found one on eBay, but was disappointed in the tool set so I finally made a Victorinox 84 mm Double Blade.
Very cool. Looks like a very useful and pocketable knife. The scales are amazing :drool:
Post by: proletenstahl on January 01, 2023, 11:56:51 AM
Last mod of 2022, always bugged me how Wenger was in some ways much more innovative than Victorinox. One particular model took me forever to find. The Wenger Double Blade SAK. Finally found one on eBay, but was disappointed in the tool set so I finally made a Victorinox 84 mm Double Blade.
That's great! I was unaware of the Wenger Double Blade until you mentioned it. It looks like it's four layers, but your three-layer setup is even better.
Post by: Max Stone on January 07, 2023, 09:36:29 PM
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Post by: Enginears on January 07, 2023, 11:30:10 PM
Post by: Max Stone on January 08, 2023, 12:34:16 AM
Very nice Max, I love how you went with two exposed pins only. The separate thread has been great so far as well.
Thank you Enginears :hatsoff:
Post by: samek on January 14, 2023, 02:07:28 PM
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Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 14, 2023, 02:40:18 PM
JR
Post by: Helvetica Bold on January 19, 2023, 02:55:19 PM
Post by: Max Stone on January 21, 2023, 05:20:47 PM
I must say it’s more about the perseverance and patience than the skills and tools!
Post by: Enginears on January 22, 2023, 04:26:25 AM
YAlso very nice HB, and great color too. I have a set of these scissors and a spare recruit spring kicking around. I have just been wresting with making a salesman, sportsman x, cadet x, or golfer with a phillips. Too many options so I might just buy more wenger scissors.
Post by: Helvetica Bold on January 23, 2023, 08:46:53 AM
Post by: zdec68 on January 24, 2023, 12:15:45 AM
My first attempt at an 84mm build using 91mm scissors - the Golfer. Had some very old European stag horn that's was earmarked for the bin during a clean-out. Dates from around the 1930's shot by my grandfather somewhere in Austria. Glad I could repurpose them. I took some photos so will look at doing a separate thread on the build process.
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magnificent mod, a beautiful sak.
Congratulations
Post by: SAKTaschenmesser on January 28, 2023, 03:22:56 PM
The test piece was made by a leather worker in the UK, just from a photograph, no liner or plastic scale to use as a pattern. Pretty good fit. Leather is same thickness as Victorinox scale.
Post by: bdpf79 on February 04, 2023, 10:22:17 PM
I though I would just show my very first 2 SAK mods.
I wanted 2 knives:
1) A thin one that could be used for urban EDC and that would be the most versatile for the basic stuff I do
2) Another a bit thicker (but still carryable) that would have the basic stuff I need everyday at home but also for basic outdoor stuff like being in the woods, picnics, etc…
So for the first one I opted for the Junior Mechanic
It has a main blade, the combo tool that acts as a flat head screw driver, the Philips screw driver, and then the pliers that are useful to pick up small items my hands can’t reach.
It also has Swiss Bianco titanium plus scales with pen, toothpick, tweezers and pin.
I anodized them blue with satin on the flats.
For the 2nd one, I started from the Explorer that has the nice inline Philips screw driver.
Replaced the main blade with the serrated one from the serrated Spartan
Replaced the hook with the one with the diamond file from the Compact.
Added a saw.
Added the TortoiseGear FireAnt kit
It has Titanium scales from Aliexpress with toothpick and tweezers.
I stonewashed the scales, anodized them bronze with satin on the flats.
All in all, I took my time, did everything slowly but surely and everything turned out great and I am very happy with both.
Started from
Compact
Serrated Spartan
Explorer
Deluxe Tinker
Hiker
Ended up with
Custom Mechanic Jr
Custom Explorer
And then
Spartan
Climber
Super Tinker
That I can use as gifts
All the parts have been used, nothing was wasted ;)
Fun fact: other than the toothpick and tweezers, there is not a single duplicate tool between both Customs ;)
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Post by: Echotech on February 04, 2023, 10:49:47 PM
Post by: Helvetica Bold on February 04, 2023, 11:24:45 PM
Post by: kottskrapa on February 05, 2023, 07:23:54 AM
Post by: bdpf79 on February 05, 2023, 02:57:04 PM
Post by: BePrepared on February 05, 2023, 07:12:47 PM
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I think I'll call this 'The Assistant'.
It's not really a SAK, more a SAP (Swiss Army Pen) ;)
I also EDC a 91mm, bladeless but with scissors, so I don't need the small scissors. And if I wanted a blade I'd carry my Pioneer-X.
Post by: Enginears on February 06, 2023, 01:09:41 AM
BePrepared, I love that SAP. :tu: Seems like a very useful toolset for city life.
Post by: Helvetica Bold on February 10, 2023, 05:22:09 PM
Got all the cool tools (other than the wood saw) and sneaked a thinned out awl onto the saw layer too. Works for me! :salute:
Post by: Helvetica Bold on February 12, 2023, 11:53:18 AM
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on February 15, 2023, 03:01:32 AM
A rebuild of a 1980s Swiss Champ. I had the original knife as a youngster and it was used and abused for years and then left in a tool box and forgotten until I rediscovered it and decided to take it apart for mod fodder. The bits found their way into several other models over the years but I recently decided none were quite as good as I remembered that original Champ….so I collected as many of the parts back together and rebuilt it as close to original as possible. Parts replaced are a new 2.4mm main blade and the brass scale studs from an old camper a couple of the liners and the scales. I think everything else including the round mini screwdriver is from the original. It’s a lovely thing, love the slimmer pliers, not so keen on the old style ( non stainless) file but the authenticity is more important in this one. Nothing feels quite like a Swiss Champ - an absolutely classic design…wish I’d done it sooner.
Great story and SC.
The grey magnifier and old pliers. :drool:
Post by: Annihilator on February 15, 2023, 08:12:55 AM
The third member of my polished stainless steel family: Climber
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Wow that looks really nice! :like:
Post by: Sos24 on February 15, 2023, 08:15:57 AM
My latest mod is a Spydernox with, yes, Econo Scales.
New custom painted scales. I could not fine 84MM Plus scale let along 84MM Plus scales in the right shade of blue. So I made some.That is awesome and the newly painted scales make it even better.
Post by: Sos24 on February 15, 2023, 08:17:33 AM
My first attempt at an 84mm build using 91mm scissors - the Golfer. Had some very old European stag horn that's was earmarked for the bin during a clean-out. Dates from around the 1930's shot by my grandfather somewhere in Austria. Glad I could repurpose them. I took some photos so will look at doing a separate thread on the build process.That stag looks amazing and it will provide a great story and heirloom piece
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Post by: NNN on February 22, 2023, 08:05:33 PM
Liners removed, stainless steel pin bolts, ebony wood scales and scalpel welded on.
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Post by: pa_strunk on February 23, 2023, 05:11:04 AM
Post by: pfrsantos on February 23, 2023, 05:33:27 PM
Outstanding :tu: :tu: :tu:
Take a better look, it's instanding...
:pok: :pok:
:D :D :D :D
Post by: Flintfish on February 27, 2023, 02:05:38 PM
Yeoman using latest generation tools and oiled micarta plus scales. Bought the scales off Etsy and added the inlaid nickel silver cross to complete the oldcross vibe. Turned out even better than I hoped. All tools even have a decent snap to them.
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Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 27, 2023, 02:33:41 PM
JR
Post by: pa_strunk on February 27, 2023, 02:56:26 PM
Post by: Flintfish on February 27, 2023, 03:08:27 PM
Very nice :clap: I’m glad it worked out, good snap back nothing loose? Be warned, normally once you do one your gong to want to do more! :D anyway it looks very nice I like the scales and the old school cross, nice touch!
JR
I'm sure there'll be others down the line and I have some ideas for version 2, but that will require custom tools to be made which feels a bit much for the moment... This was a lot fun though!
The snapback on all tools is surprisingly good, but I peened them very carefully checking after each hammer blow once the bushings stopped rotating. The hook is a bit stiff and hard to open, but I can live with that. The nail file is on the outside anyway and I have a feeling that will be the most used part of it anyway... ::)
Post by: pa_strunk on February 28, 2023, 07:09:49 PM
https://youtube.com/shorts/6K5Pxl19zMA?feature=share
Post by: Enginears on March 01, 2023, 09:35:23 PM
Heres a little scale tool mod I did last night on my climber. I am sure it has been done before but I have been meaning to try for a while. The scale file.
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Post by: kottskrapa on March 02, 2023, 07:28:59 AM
Post by: pfrsantos on March 02, 2023, 08:13:15 PM
I don't know if it's been done before but I'm sure I haven't seen it anywhere else. Nice work
+1
Great idea and very well done! Congrats and thanks for sharing!
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: BePrepared on March 04, 2023, 01:37:17 PM
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Post by: Aloha on March 04, 2023, 03:46:01 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on March 07, 2023, 06:11:06 PM
This page has some outstanding mods. :salute:
The awl thread has.
:tu: :tu:
Post by: BarbaBaba on March 08, 2023, 11:06:59 AM
Post by: Don Pablo on March 08, 2023, 11:14:53 AM
I don´t seem to get the hang of how to post pics... Any helpful member that can give me tips (so I can post some of my builds) ?Hopefully this helps, don't hesitate to ask for clarification afterwards, since some things may have changed on the computer side since 2007!
https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?topic=2306.0
Post by: BarbaBaba on March 08, 2023, 11:19:06 AM
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Post by: BarbaBaba on March 08, 2023, 11:21:13 AM
Hopefully this helps, don't hesitate to ask for clarification afterwards, since some things may have changed on the computer side since 2007!Thanx B, that seems to work :)
https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?topic=2306.0
Post by: BarbaBaba on March 08, 2023, 11:38:17 AM
Post by: Helvetica Bold on March 09, 2023, 08:57:12 AM
Just gotta echo Aloha and agree there are some crazy good, very imaginative and attractive mods coming out recently.
Keep ‘em coming :hatsoff:
Post by: Don Pablo on March 09, 2023, 09:13:00 AM
Those bolsters look really nice!
Post by: BarbaBaba on March 15, 2023, 08:01:32 AM
That’s a couple of lovely mods there Barba. That Tourist is a Sportsman… it has the file instead of the small blade ;0)Yes. off course you are right. Sportsman with the file, Tourist with penblade :)
Just gotta echo Aloha and agree there are some crazy good, very imaginative and attractive mods coming out recently.
Keep ‘em coming :hatsoff:
Post by: BarbaBaba on March 15, 2023, 08:10:08 AM
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Post by: Aloha on March 15, 2023, 03:25:14 PM
Post by: BarbaBaba on March 15, 2023, 08:46:39 PM
Top- Moose horn and brass liners. Bottom- Desert Ironwood and titanium liners
Post by: pfrsantos on March 16, 2023, 01:23:02 PM
:2tu: That came out very nice looking.
+1
:dd: :dd:
Post by: pfrsantos on March 16, 2023, 01:23:43 PM
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Top- Moose horn and brass liners. Bottom- Desert Ironwood and titanium liners
That dual scale combo is :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: BarbaBaba on March 16, 2023, 05:10:09 PM
That dual scale combo is :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:Maybe it´s me who missunderstand what you mean, or you missunderstod my pics... It´s two different knives :)
:cheers: :tu:
The one with Ironwood and titanium is not finished in the pic, just took a pic while putting it together :)
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here is the finished knife :)
Post by: BarbaBaba on March 16, 2023, 05:16:48 PM
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Brass or nickel silver bolsters with bone or wood scales. Brass liners and pins. They get a fair bit heavier than the original aluminum and celidor
Post by: Enginears on March 16, 2023, 09:12:22 PM
When I started my SAK-mod-building, I started with single layer Alox models. I wanted them to have a feeling of old early 1900 century knivesThose, and all your others posted here are beautiful. :hatsoff:
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Brass or nickel silver bolsters with bone or wood scales. Brass liners and pins. They get a fair bit heavier than the original aluminum and celidor
The moose horn has a very classic look to it, reminds me of something my grandfather had.
Post by: BarbaBaba on March 17, 2023, 06:47:54 AM
Those, and all your others posted here are beautiful. :hatsoff:Thank you so much! I will take a fresh pic of it with all tools out, and showing how I finished the moose horn. My initial plan was to have it bone-white. It had some nice patina in it, so I enhanced that instead
The moose horn has a very classic look to it, reminds me of something my grandfather had.
Post by: pfrsantos on March 17, 2023, 02:04:18 PM
Maybe it´s me who missunderstand what you mean, or you missunderstod my pics... It´s two different knives :)
The one with Ironwood and titanium is not finished in the pic, just took a pic while putting it together :)
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here is the finished knife :)
Nope, my bad! I thought it was just one. The good thing is that I get to :like: :like: two knives instead of just one!
:D :D :D :D
Post by: BarbaBaba on March 17, 2023, 04:10:54 PM
Nope, my bad! I thought it was just one. The good thing is that I get to :like: :like: two knives instead of just one!
:D :D :D :D
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Polished inside. Just waiting for the oil to dry before final polishing of the ebony :)
Post by: pfrsantos on March 23, 2023, 04:43:56 PM
My latest little build. 84mm Sportsman with brass liners and pins. Acid washed tools and African Ebony scales.
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Polished inside. Just waiting for the oil to dry before final polishing of the ebony :)
:dd: :dd: :dd: :dd:
Post by: Helvetica Bold on March 26, 2023, 10:45:20 AM
When I started my SAK-mod-building, I started with single layer Alox models. I wanted them to have a feeling of old early 1900 century knives
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Brass or nickel silver bolsters with bone or wood scales. Brass liners and pins. They get a fair bit heavier than the original aluminum and celidor
These look great. Am I right in thinking the bolsters are connected under the wood to form the outermost liner and the wood just sits in the dish formed by the connecting plate?
Post by: BarbaBaba on March 26, 2023, 11:49:20 AM
These look great. Am I right in thinking the bolsters are connected under the wood to form the outermost liner and the wood just sits in the dish formed by the connecting plate?*On the amber bone model in the pic. The bolsters are nickel-silver and are soldered to the brass liners, the amber bone scales are glued and peened to the brass liner.
*The white model have black G-10 liners and white G-10 scales. Glued and peened together :)
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Post by: Don Pablo on April 05, 2023, 07:49:11 PM
Obviously I need to decide for myself if it's worth it, but what's your opinions on the proposed toolset for an urban SAK? :pok:
Whilst I'm at it, also considering taking off the saw, because again, urban SAK. :think:
Pros: Cybertool!
Cons: Extra thickness?
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Post by: Annihilator on April 06, 2023, 07:10:03 AM
Post by: Tasky on April 06, 2023, 10:37:10 AM
I still use teh Cybertool, but only when working on electronics, but even then I tend to have a far wider range of dedicated tools already on hand. It's more of a showpiece than anything else.
Post by: Don Pablo on April 06, 2023, 10:45:30 AM
What would be bothering me personally, is the redundancy of the philips and the cybertool. I would probably need to remove the magnifier/philips layer to be happy with the added cybertool.That's a good point. :cheers: I definitely see what you mean.
I carried my Cybertool Lite for a while, expecting to be securing and/or unscrewing everything in sight... But mostly I encountered either standard Phillips screws, or allen and torx bolts that were larger than any of the bits in the Cybertool range, for which I have a pocket ratchet set.Thanks for the carry experience!
I still use teh Cybertool, but only when working on electronics, but even then I tend to have a far wider range of dedicated tools already on hand. It's more of a showpiece than anything else.
Yeah, maybe I'm not going to find many opportunities in which a cybertool is needed. :facepalm:
I realized that this bladeless mod has most of the tools from a swisschamp, except for the pliers, fishscaler, and of course the blades. Right now it's significantly thinner than a swisschamp, but there wouldn't be much thickness difference if I added on the cybertool. At which point I might go "maybe I should just use the swisschamp" if I end up thinking the cybertool isn't very useful in practice. :facepalm:
Post by: eugenewee89 on April 11, 2023, 09:40:28 AM
I'm presenting my personal custom Roadman. Inspired by one of Cody's creation with includes the Spyderco Roadie but in a 84mm frame. Started out as a Tinker Small, adding a scissors from a Wenger. Added the Roadie blade and used 2 X Recruit backspring and custom spacer.
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Post by: Annihilator on April 12, 2023, 08:41:21 AM
Post by: BarbaBaba on April 12, 2023, 09:59:12 AM
I built my first 3 layer 84mm :) . I prefer 2 layer 84mm´s when it comes to pocket carry, so I tried to make it as thin as possible. I used 0,5mm brass for liners and home made jute micarta for the scales. Unfortunately it turned out a bit on the thick side anyway, so I sanded the scales down a bit more (and needed to peen it again). Now it´s about the same thickness as a 2 layer, but the nice pattern is gone...
Post by: BarbaBaba on April 12, 2023, 10:01:58 AM
That looks really nice :tu: I have asked myself what an impact the acid wash has on the sharpness of the tools like the can-opener and the scissors. Would you share some experience?You will need to sharpen them again when they are done. I do my washing in a plastic jar with shards from broken coffee cups, and ceramic shards will dull the sharp edges
Post by: Annihilator on April 13, 2023, 10:35:52 AM
You will need to sharpen them again when they are done. I do my washing in a plastic jar with shards from broken coffee cups, and ceramic shards will dull the sharp edges
I figured, but how do you sharpen the round edge of the can opener, the edges of a wenger scissors or a woodsaw? I'd imagine that is an extreme pain in the a**.
Post by: eugenewee89 on April 13, 2023, 03:52:21 PM
I figured, but how do you sharpen the round edge of the can opener, the edges of a wenger scissors or a woodsaw? I'd imagine that is an extreme pain in the a**.
For the can opener, I took the ceramic rods from my Sharpmaker and just resharpen it. It doesn't have to be razor sharp. As for the Wenger Scissors, they are self-sharpening so no resharpening required. The saw probably would be definite pain.. but you can protect the teeth with nail polish before acid-etch.
Post by: Tasky on April 13, 2023, 05:39:47 PM
Post by: BarbaBaba on April 16, 2023, 09:47:39 AM
I figured, but how do you sharpen the round edge of the can opener, the edges of a wenger scissors or a woodsaw? I'd imagine that is an extreme pain in the a**.Patience and time is something you should always have when doing any build ;)
Post by: Buzzbait on April 18, 2023, 10:02:34 PM
This was a relatively straightforward build, except for the file layer, as the pivot hole in the file needed to be enlarged to fit a 93mm alox knife. I’ve read that many use a carbide drill bit for the hole, but I went a different way. I had a set of cheap Pittsburg diamond files that I bought at Harbor Freight many years ago. One round needle file from this set just happened to have a maximum outer diameter exactly the same size as a 93mm pivot hole.
So all that was required was about 15 or 20 minutes of filing out the hole, until the file could slide right through. Then all I had to do was assemble, using an old 93mm wood saw spring. Easy peasy. I installed the file in the opposite direction of the wood saw, to give the closed knife some symmetry of shape, leaving a nice rear facing nail nick that was thankfully fully exposed. Since the file is next to the main blade layer, ease of opening is identical to that of a SwissChamp.
The file set: https://www.harborfreight.com/needle-file-set-10-piece-69876.html
I think the diamond needle file really opens up some good possibilities to easily adapt 91mm tools to 93mm knives.
(https://i.imgur.com/kAsoQShh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/4lZfYxZh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/nwOUVe1h.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/IJleQEPh.jpg)
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Post by: Enginears on April 20, 2023, 12:46:36 AM
Post by: pa_strunk on April 20, 2023, 04:48:37 AM
Post by: BePrepared on April 22, 2023, 03:39:26 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/7oZppfT.jpg)
I adapted a pen blade into a hook and changed the layout to put the two thick tools in the middle. I needed an extra liner but my OCD needed more symmetry :facepalm:
(https://i.imgur.com/Co7Zam3.jpg)
After a bit of reorganising, the nail nicks are all accessable.
(https://i.imgur.com/VNDYx17.jpg)
11mm thick, so <1mm thicker than a rambler, but I have no scale slots
(https://i.imgur.com/vTPWRM1.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/E9tX8IF.jpg)
Post by: BarbaBaba on May 01, 2023, 06:15:19 PM
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The original linen fabrik was red just like an original celidor, but it took to the epoxy in a wierd way
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I kind of like the look even if it´s not as expected. I call it Dexters weekender...
Post by: samek on May 04, 2023, 08:05:43 AM
Knife has six knife blades. One of them is modifyed big blade which is reshaped and thinned.
Knife is meant primary for woodworking. Why two equal big blades? One is for rough work, the other is always razor sharp. This became a standard for all knives I modifye.
Now, when I know I have it, I will use it more often 😊
(http://i.imgur.com/PJGuKWg.jpg) (https://imgur.com/PJGuKWg)
(http://i.imgur.com/L3CTFYi.jpg) (https://imgur.com/L3CTFYi)
(http://i.imgur.com/2GP0maF.jpg) (https://imgur.com/2GP0maF)
(http://i.imgur.com/ED2Bnam.jpg) (https://imgur.com/ED2Bnam)
(http://i.imgur.com/gMIxKCb.jpg) (https://imgur.com/gMIxKCb)
Greetings, Samek
Post by: MadPlumbarian on May 04, 2023, 02:25:30 PM
JR
Post by: Aloha on May 04, 2023, 03:19:58 PM
I wouldn't mind a tutorial if you are inclined to do so, please.
Post by: BarbaBaba on May 05, 2023, 08:49:34 PM
Great builds. BarbaBaba thats a terrific name you gave our build. The homemade micarta is awesome.From a happy amateur :)
I wouldn't mind a tutorial if you are inclined to do so, please.
1. I got some casting epoxy and a linnen fabric.
2. I folded some baking paper in a 10/15cm box and took a piece of wood that i cut just slightly under 10/15cm to fit in the box as a lid.
3. I then cut the linnen fabric in a long stripe in 15x70cm
4. I soaked the linnen fabric in the epoxi and put it in the box, folding it at the edges over and over from the 10 cm side until it was 7 layers.
5. Folded the paper over like a little package and put the wood lid on. Then i put pressure on the lid with two clamps. It was cured in 12h but I waited 24h before cutting and sanding it.
I have only done home made micarta two times before, once with my old Nudie Jeans, and once with Jute (burlap). This time i did not think the red fabric would be so dark (like when wet) but thought it would be like the original colour once the clear epoxy cured. Not so much ;) The Jeans was more true in colour and on the burlap I coloured the epoxy instead. I suspect that I did not soak the linnen fabrik evenly enough before folding it and putting it under pressure (making the darker spots)... Learning something new every time :)
It´s quite easy to make and don´t need vacuum to be solid. One thing to think about when sanding it is that epoxy will soften under heat, so take it slow if you are using a belt sander.
Post by: pa_strunk on May 13, 2023, 04:25:54 AM
https://youtu.be/YI0RQ9ZsS-s
Post by: Enginears on May 13, 2023, 10:31:26 PM
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Post by: Helvetica Bold on May 18, 2023, 09:12:45 PM
Been a while since I did a decent mod. Tonight I put a 84 mm “MT Companion” together. Got the idea from Fit to survive mod for Texas tool crib. I opted for a more conventional 3 layer. The cool part is the surprising snap you get using the standard 84 mm opener spring. Only had to add a few 0.9 mm washers and the blades went in perfect. Anyway check out the YouTube link if you want to see the spring action.
https://youtu.be/YI0RQ9ZsS-s
That’s a real looker! :0)
This is my first in a while too. Essentially a Ranger but with the two main blades form the budding knife plus a 3d Philips on the back with the corkscrew. I’m liking’ it and will call it the Rancher - mainly as I’ve been binge watching Yellowstone!! :rofl:
Post by: Enginears on May 18, 2023, 10:29:24 PM
Post by: Helvetica Bold on May 19, 2023, 08:32:35 AM
Post by: Aloha on May 19, 2023, 03:59:18 PM
Thank you BarbaBaba. I really have to give it a try.
Post by: Enginears on May 19, 2023, 11:16:24 PM
Thanks Enginears. I think there is something there for a good cross section of ‘cutty’ scenarios. Easy mod too as those blades just drop straight into 91mm. I did put a collar in the pivot hole to reduce that down to a more snug fit on the 2.5mm pins and the only other thing is you need to notch out the brass spacer on the main blade layer to accommodate the hawksbill’s tip.Good to know its not so bad, I have a couple 100mm I plan to break apart for mods one of these days.
Post by: Helvetica Bold on May 20, 2023, 11:50:36 AM
I call this the Woodchipper. My favorite set of survival tools for bush crafting in the wilderness. Two handy blade shapes, the inline awl/reamer, wood saw, wood/metal file and metal saw, and a beer opener. Perfection.
This was a relatively straightforward build, except for the file layer, as the pivot hole in the file needed to be enlarged to fit a 93mm alox knife. I’ve read that many use a carbide drill bit for the hole, but I went a different way. I had a set of cheap Pittsburg diamond files that I bought at Harbor Freight many years ago. One round needle file from this set just happened to have a maximum outer diameter exactly the same size as a 93mm pivot hole.
So all that was required was about 15 or 20 minutes of filing out the hole, until the file could slide right through. Then all I had to do was assemble, using an old 93mm wood saw spring. Easy peasy. I installed the file in the opposite direction of the wood saw, to give the closed knife some symmetry of shape, leaving a nice rear facing nail nick that was thankfully fully exposed. Since the file is next to the main blade layer, ease of opening is identical to that of a SwissChamp.
The file set: https://www.harborfreight.com/needle-file-set-10-piece-69876.html
I think the diamond needle file really opens up some good possibilities to easily adapt 91mm tools to 93mm knives.
(https://i.imgur.com/kAsoQShh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/4lZfYxZh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/nwOUVe1h.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/IJleQEPh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/8tQjIOUh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/FpAeWxZh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/lf3Y7RBh.jpg)
Very cool toolset. The metal file is one of my favourite tools and having one in an alox frame would be great.
Post by: pa_strunk on May 21, 2023, 12:57:50 AM
Post by: pfrsantos on May 22, 2023, 04:22:05 PM
My “Devolution 14”. Those scales and shape were just a little too evolved for me. I may end up thinning these out to match the height of the bushings, have not decided.
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Wow! That looks great as is. Maybe it gets some dirt in the bushings' holes, but it's quite unique.
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: pfrsantos on May 22, 2023, 04:23:12 PM
Ok, I have buying a lot of Ali express lately. Sometimes you get ripped off, but I have to admit I am all about these prefab titanium 2 and 3 layer sets they sell. Basically, this mod is now a modular Spydernox (K390 blade on this one) with 93 mm bottle opener. Think all of you guys should try these out.
Looks great, but I'd prefer a CS and an added keyring.
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: Robinlong on May 26, 2023, 01:53:51 AM
I had a small piece of 0.090" 2024-T3 aluminium left over from another project, so I decided to try my hand at making some scales for my 84mm cellidor Bantam.
The scales were machined and drilled on a CNC. I used 3/32" 360 brass dowel pins which were sanded down to fit the 2.25mm holes on the implements.
At first I tried not using the original liners to make the final product thinner, but it ended up being too tight. I figured that the embossing on each side of the liners has something to do with that. I must read all the wonderful guides found here to better understand :)
I decided to keep all the scuffs and nicks on the raw aluminium as I find it makes the knife look well worn and used, even though the original Bantam was only a week out of it's original box!
You can also see my first attempts at trying to mark the blade with a CO2 laser using Laser Bond 100 marking material. For some reason, it would not bond correctly on the Victorinox steel, even though I was very successful on other stainless steels, work in progress.
Post by: eugenewee89 on May 29, 2023, 10:27:46 AM
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Post by: Aloha on May 29, 2023, 03:56:20 PM
Post by: Enginears on May 29, 2023, 07:08:49 PM
This is my first attempt at making custom scales for a SAK.
I had a small piece of 0.090" 2024-T3 aluminium left over from another project, so I decided to try my hand at making some scales for my 84mm cellidor Bantam.
The scales were machined and drilled on a CNC. I used 3/32" 360 brass dowel pins which were sanded down to fit the 2.25mm holes on the implements.
At first I tried not using the original liners to make the final product thinner, but it ended up being too tight. I figured that the embossing on each side of the liners has something to do with that. I must read all the wonderful guides found here to better understand :)
I decided to keep all the scuffs and nicks on the raw aluminium as I find it makes the knife look well worn and used, even though the original Bantam was only a week out of it's original box!
You can also see my first attempts at trying to mark the blade with a CO2 laser using Laser Bond 100 marking material. For some reason, it would not bond correctly on the Victorinox steel, even though I was very successful on other stainless steels, work in progress.
I like that! I agree that the scuffs and nicks look good. As you use it the wear will make it even better.
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Another modded SAK made for my everyday carry. I combined the Victorinox Compact and added the inline Philips from the Explorer to create the Yeoman. Swapped out the main blade for the Spyderco Grasshopper. Tools were acid-etched and stonewashed. Brass liners were handmade, then forced patina and stonewashed around the edges.
The contrast between tools, liners and scales is very nice. How much did this end up weighing? Good work.
Post by: eugenewee89 on May 30, 2023, 02:19:09 AM
:salute: :like: That looks great.
Thanks! :D
I like that! I agree that the scuffs and nicks look good. As you use it the wear will make it even better.
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The contrast between tools, liners and scales is very nice. How much did this end up weighing? Good work.
Thanks! :D Weight-wise, the brass liners added about 20 grams for a total of 108 grams. Not too bad, I guess.
Post by: CruelDog on June 29, 2023, 05:51:40 AM
Post by: pa_strunk on June 29, 2023, 02:44:18 PM
Post by: nakken on June 29, 2023, 09:01:36 PM
84 mm comb soloNice :like:
If I wasn’t bald I’d be all about that comb. What do you guys think about these Chinese titanium scale sets? I like them for trying out odd ball tool combos like the one below.I think it looks good! :drool:
Post by: kimchi on June 30, 2023, 06:48:10 PM
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Post by: PitCarver on June 30, 2023, 08:46:48 PM
Post by: kimchi on June 30, 2023, 08:48:56 PM
Nicely done.Thanks!
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Post by: Farmer X on June 30, 2023, 11:41:53 PM
Post by: pa_strunk on July 11, 2023, 03:33:04 AM
Post by: kottskrapa on July 11, 2023, 08:32:10 AM
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on July 15, 2023, 11:13:19 AM
"Double-edged sword"?
Post by: pa_strunk on July 15, 2023, 03:41:50 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on July 15, 2023, 06:38:11 PM
Got the itch to do a two blade SAK mod and need some help naming it. Any thoughts?
How about pfrsantos's EDC SAK? You just have to send it to me, so the name is correct...
:whistle:
:D :D :D :D
Post by: nakken on July 15, 2023, 06:58:01 PM
Got the itch to do a two blade SAK mod and need some help naming it. Any thoughts?
DualSlasher3000 :viking:
I'll show myself out. Great looking SAK though
Post by: pa_strunk on July 16, 2023, 06:38:39 AM
Post by: Pilotsupergrip on July 17, 2023, 08:35:53 AM
This is my first post to this forum although I've been lurking here for a long time.
Only very minor modding on this Huntsman but the practicality of this tool has been upgraded greatly. Filed a bit the flathead to fit into a Leatherman bit adaptor and added a sewing needle inside the scales with a loop of thread to pull it out. Mostly going to need that needle to dig something out of the skin but as it is a sewing needle I can also sew with it. Edit: also swapped the scales from my Spartan because I didn´t grow to like the original transparent blue.
Post by: kimchi on July 17, 2023, 08:44:22 AM
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Post by: Pilotsupergrip on July 17, 2023, 08:53:48 AM
Nice work! How did you get the needle in?
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Thanks. The scales have a needle hole where the corkscrew is. Normal/small size sewing needles fit there snug and don´t fall of. Only thing here to know is that if you dont push the needle far enough, when you close the corkscrew it may snap the thread hole as this happened to me. But there is no way to pull the needle out without pliers so thats why I made the loop of thread as a way to pull it out
Post by: kimchi on July 17, 2023, 09:17:29 AM
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Post by: nakken on July 17, 2023, 10:56:49 AM
And welcome to :MTO:
Post by: pfrsantos on July 17, 2023, 01:13:18 PM
You guys are awesome, dual slasher 3000 :viking: it is. I update my will to leave the dual slasher. 3000 in the capable hands of pfrsantos.
:woohoo: :woohoo:
Wait, your will?! Oh man, now I'm torn between wanting it and not wanting it.
:facepalm:
Post by: pfrsantos on July 17, 2023, 01:14:52 PM
Nicely done, Pilotsupergrip :tu:
And welcome to :MTO:
+1
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: pa_strunk on July 17, 2023, 08:05:43 PM
Hi
This is my first post to this forum although I've been lurking here for a long time.
Only very minor modding on this Huntsman but the practicality of this tool has been upgraded greatly. Filed a bit the flathead to fit into a Leatherman bit adaptor and added a sewing needle inside the scales with a loop of thread to pull it out. Mostly going to need that needle to dig something out of the skin but as it is a sewing needle I can also sew with it. Edit: also swapped the scales from my Spartan because I didn´t grow to like the original transparent blue.
Nice mod, if you ever wish to use the Leatherman bit adapter as a T-handle driver it fits perfectly without modification on the 2.5 mm fine screwdriver on back of models like the ranger, craftsman, champion, swisschamp, etc...
Post by: Pilotsupergrip on July 17, 2023, 08:32:27 PM
Nice mod, if you ever wish to use the Leatherman bit adapter as a T-handle driver it fits perfectly without modification on the 2.5 mm fine screwdriver on back of models like the ranger, craftsman, champion, swisschamp, etc...
Thanks. Didn't know that. I like that I can use the Huntsman as a screwdriver and there is also that torque setting when the flathead is 90 degrees. But if I had one of those sak's there wouldn't be any need for this mod. Btw, I was thinking about buying the Ranger but bought the Huntsman instead several months ago to keep it more compact for edc. On the other hand im still itching for that file as I tend to use file on everything
Post by: variable on July 30, 2023, 08:22:23 AM
The Delemont layers I purchased from E-bay. They seem to be from various Delemont versions, I think the S557 and S17. I am really enjoying the inline Phillips.
(https://i.postimg.cc/bYF2sYYq/Custom-Swiss-Tool-2.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 30, 2023, 03:28:00 PM
JR
Post by: variable on July 31, 2023, 05:38:10 AM
Interesting,,
JR
Thanks.
This is what I have done with some of the left over parts last night.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Nj7rVnqM/Delmont-Tool-Shed-3.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on July 31, 2023, 02:21:39 PM
Thanks.Cool, here’s what I did with a bunch of leftovers, I really wanted to use that carabiner and mini Philips, let alone the nail file and not double bladed,,
This is what I have done with some of the left over parts last night.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Nj7rVnqM/Delmont-Tool-Shed-3.jpg)
JR
Post by: variable on July 31, 2023, 03:16:00 PM
Cool, here’s what I did with a bunch of leftovers, I really wanted to use that carabiner and mini Philips, let alone the nail file and not double bladed,,
JR
Very cool, I really like the carabiner built-in! A nice selection of tools and scales. :like:
I wish the parts I purchased included scales. :(
It just included one set of outer plates.
Post by: Enginears on August 01, 2023, 01:27:27 AM
Post by: variable on August 01, 2023, 05:55:57 PM
Those are some cool Delemonts guys. I always liked the wrench/phillips layer.
@Enginears, Thanks!
I am enjoying the inline phillips over the t-phillips.
Post by: MadPlumbarian on August 01, 2023, 06:53:22 PM
@Enginears, Thanks!Oh totally! I mean I customized a compact, I switched out the corkscrew for a Philips, cause well,I really just don’t need a corkscrew, but I also added a layer and added a saw to make it my like perfect tool arrangement,,
I am enjoying the inline phillips over the t-phillips.
JR
Post by: variable on August 02, 2023, 11:05:24 AM
Oh totally! I mean I customized a compact, I switched out the corkscrew for a Philips, cause well,I really just don’t need a corkscrew, but I also added a layer and added a saw to make it my like perfect tool arrangement,,
JR
Funny, I did the opposite switched out the t-phillips for the corkscrew since I added the wrench / phillips layer for my perfect tool setup. I did not need two phillips or do I. :dunno:
Your builds always look factory mode. :like:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on August 02, 2023, 03:26:27 PM
Funny, I did the opposite switched out the t-phillips for the corkscrew since I added the wrench / phillips layer for my perfect tool setup. I did not need two phillips or do I. :dunno:Why thanks, it’s probably just because I reused the same scales, yeah that one has both the carabiner / Philips and the t-Philips, but I just have absolutely no use for a corkscrew, I fig since the one across from the carabiner is so short having the longer one on the back would be good just in case.. :dunno:
Your builds always look factory mode. :like:
JR
Post by: BarbaBaba on August 02, 2023, 08:18:27 PM
0,5mm brass liners, 2mm nickel silver bolsters and smoked Oak burl. Nickel silver pins in front and back, brass in the center. Acid washed tools that are steel wool polished
Post by: BarbaBaba on August 02, 2023, 08:41:13 PM
Got the itch to do a two blade SAK mod and need some help naming it. Any thoughts?Since a Jack-knife have two blades in the front, why not "Jack of all trades" ?
Post by: MadPlumbarian on August 03, 2023, 04:08:58 AM
JR
Post by: BarbaBaba on August 03, 2023, 08:21:00 AM
Very nice :hatsoff: it really doesn’t even look sak, unless you know the tools! Again NICE!Thank you kindly JR. My aim was to make it look like the knives from late1800 to early 1900
JR
Post by: variable on August 03, 2023, 12:13:08 PM
It reminds me of a Camillus knife I had when I was kid that I loved. :salute: :like:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on August 03, 2023, 03:09:30 PM
Thank you kindly JR. My aim was to make it look like the knives from late1800 to early 1900Well I’d say you hit the nail on the head, cause at a quick glance I’d say it looks like a vintage 3blade, it almost even looks like a canoe, it just doesn’t have the curve up at the ends, but other then that like I said if you didn’t know your sak tools someone would totally guess it’s something else and say it’s a vintage pocket knife! :tu:
JR
Post by: BarbaBaba on August 03, 2023, 03:13:26 PM
@BarbaBaba, That is a beautiful knife. :drool:Thank you kindly! I am also a lover of those old knives from the past century.
It reminds me of a Camillus knife I had when I was kid that I loved. :salute: :like:
Post by: DIAMOND on August 08, 2023, 08:57:18 PM
Post by: PitCarver on August 08, 2023, 09:48:37 PM
Spartan tools used for my latest build in a vintage style.
0,5mm brass liners, 2mm nickel silver bolsters and smoked Oak burl. Nickel silver pins in front and back, brass in the center. Acid washed tools that are steel wool polished
Quite an awesome job.
Post by: kottskrapa on August 09, 2023, 06:10:53 PM
Post by: pa_strunk on August 10, 2023, 05:10:47 PM
Post by: DIAMOND on August 10, 2023, 05:19:11 PM
And a bit driver is always a plus!
BTW...Frankenstein was the mad scientist who created the monster. So, you are Frankenstein :climber:
Post by: magentus on August 10, 2023, 05:28:23 PM
Post by: DIAMOND on August 10, 2023, 05:35:57 PM
Not sure what to call this one but it's the first mod I've done in a few years and I'm happy with the tool to width ratio. Also it's the first EDC I've had in a long time without a lanyard. We'll see......
I like the tool selection. The inline awl is reminisce of the 1890. Nice!
Post by: variable on August 11, 2023, 08:14:41 AM
Made another odd ball last night. This one I decided to try after watching Cody (fit to survive, f2s customs) make a few on his YouTube channel. It’s a “Roadinox” with 2 & 1/8” Bohler N690 blade (cheap on eBay used), new package opener, large bottle opener off of a beat up 93 mm alox, grooved corkscrew, and hook with nail file. The short blade also leaves some space and with a few magnets you can even make it into a rock solid Leatherman bit driver. Anyway, Frankensteins come in all shapes and sizes.
That looks great!! Interesting blade selection and excellent tool choices. :like:
Post by: variable on August 11, 2023, 08:18:30 AM
Not sure what to call this one but it's the first mod I've done in a few years and I'm happy with the tool to width ratio. Also it's the first EDC I've had in a long time without a lanyard. We'll see......
Very nice, the scale "Camping" is very fitting as all the tools are very useful for camping! :like:
Post by: pfrsantos on August 11, 2023, 02:13:24 PM
Not sure what to call this one but it's the first mod I've done in a few years and I'm happy with the tool to width ratio. Also it's the first EDC I've had in a long time without a lanyard. We'll see......
Good to see you posting again, mags! Nice SAK, too!
:cheers: :salute:
Post by: magentus on August 11, 2023, 07:56:50 PM
I like the tool selection. The inline awl is reminisce of the 1890. Nice!Thanks Diamond - the in-line awl is one of my fave SAK tools :tu:
Good to see you posting again, mags! Nice SAK, too!Hey Santos, nice to hear from you - eyes off my sa(C)k buddy :rofl:
:cheers: :salute:
Post by: Hzza on August 15, 2023, 01:11:08 PM
Any ideas on how to stop this happening? Was thinking of shimming one or the other (or both I guess) but kind of ran out of steam a little so will put this one in the "good enough" pile for now.
Post by: DIAMOND on August 15, 2023, 01:18:21 PM
Swapped a can opener for a pruner and added the SAK Spares pivots. The thing I didn't account for is that both the bottle opener and the pruner want to be "in-front" and bump into each other a little bit...
Any ideas on how to stop this happening? Was thinking of shimming one or the other (or both I guess) but kind of ran out of steam a little so will put this one in the "good enough" pile for now.
Love the pruning blade! Nice mod!
Yeah, the screw driver and the can opener in my Climber are each beveled allowing them to rest beside each other.
Post by: Don Pablo on August 16, 2023, 07:09:17 PM
Not sure what to call this one but it's the first mod I've done in a few years and I'm happy with the tool to width ratio. Also it's the first EDC I've had in a long time without a lanyard. We'll see......No openers or screwdrivers at awl, very brave! :o
Looks dead handy for anything that needs to be drilled, cut, sawed or snipped, I like it! Very focused.
Post by: Helvetica Bold on August 16, 2023, 07:27:54 PM
Could have saved a layer by using a combo tool of course but I prefer the full openers layer and small blade more. Small blade and awl take care of many of the scissor jobs….
Kind of a 91mm locksmith! See what you think.
Post by: DIAMOND on August 16, 2023, 07:38:53 PM
Post by: Hzza on August 16, 2023, 08:52:41 PM
Post by: zoidberg on August 17, 2023, 01:35:28 AM
Swapped a can opener for a pruner and added the SAK Spares pivots. The thing I didn't account for is that both the bottle opener and the pruner want to be "in-front" and bump into each other a little bit...
Any ideas on how to stop this happening? Was thinking of shimming one or the other (or both I guess) but kind of ran out of steam a little so will put this one in the "good enough" pile for now.
You could get a pruner blade from a model where it kinks the other way like on the Pioneer Rancher.
Or use a vise and grips or a hammer and bend it over. I have done that before.
Only bend one way, bending it back can break it.
Post by: Helvetica Bold on August 17, 2023, 08:49:01 AM
I really like how dense you can get with some of these mods, nice work dude :tu:
Nice functional build, and I like the black scales :tu:
It is interesting to see how many functions you can get in as small a package as possible I think I remember getting around 18 or so in two layer before :0)
Haven’t used black scales often but decided on a nice new set of plus scales for this build and really like them.
Post by: Hzza on August 17, 2023, 10:13:23 AM
You could get a pruner blade from a model where it kinks the other way like on the Pioneer Rancher.Hammered it in the end, worked a treat - just waiting on some washers now as I didn't realise there should be a spacer in there as well ::)
Or use a vise and grips or a hammer and bend it over. I have done that before.
Only bend one way, bending it back can break it.
Always learning :D
Post by: zoidberg on August 17, 2023, 11:47:43 AM
Hammered it in the end, worked a treat - just waiting on some washers now as I didn't realise there should be a spacer in there as well ::)
Always learning :D
:tu:
Post by: decustomforge on August 29, 2023, 02:31:47 PM
Post by: decustomforge on August 29, 2023, 02:54:16 PM
Post by: DIAMOND on August 29, 2023, 07:51:51 PM
When I mod, I add a simple lanyard. :facepalm:
Nice work on the spring! :tu:
Post by: BarbaBaba on August 29, 2023, 08:41:08 PM
My latest build.
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84mm Sportsman now as a 3 layer with saw from my first vic
0,5mm brass liners and 2mm brass bolsters. Scales are localy sourced spalted apple wood.
It´s a pretty slim 3 layer :)
Post by: kimchi on August 29, 2023, 08:47:37 PM
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My latest build.
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84mm Sportsman now as a 3 layer with saw from my first vic
0,5mm brass liners and 2mm brass bolsters. Scales are localy sourced spalted apple wood.
It´s a pretty slim 3 layer :)
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Post by: TomThumb on August 31, 2023, 01:18:31 AM
Also a prototype 84mm spring has been made, maybe someone has already made a similar one, but would anyone be interested in such a spring?
If that's an 84mm scissor spring then I'm certainly interested! And I know there will be more...
Post by: pa_strunk on August 31, 2023, 01:32:18 AM
Post by: pfrsantos on September 01, 2023, 04:07:10 PM
I replaced the blade in this project with an Elmax and made a new spring specifically for the new blade, yes this spring is not fully machined yet, but I needed to test a couple frictions. :climber:
That looks great! Good work!
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: BarbaBaba on September 05, 2023, 07:06:21 AM
If that's an 84mm scissor spring then I'm certainly interested! And I know there will be more...I have successfully made a scissor spring in G-10 as an experiment. Since it´s the only tool on that spring it works really well.
Post by: TomThumb on September 06, 2023, 02:27:37 PM
I have successfully made a scissor spring in G-10 as an experiment. Since it´s the only tool on that spring it works really well.
Sounds really interesting! Do you have any photos (or plans :drool:) you could share?
Post by: BarbaBaba on September 07, 2023, 11:23:55 AM
Sounds really interesting! Do you have any photos (or plans :drool:) you could share?It´s snappy and solid, just like the original. I only did a quick test using parts from a Alox, but it showes that it could be done. It´s light and hard with just a minimum of flex. And since it´s only for the scissors that it is not a tool used with the same force like a blade. It cave me 100% confidence after really putting a lot of force on it, it will not break. To put a 91mm scissors in a 84mm frame this would be a perfect mod instead of cutting the steel and drilling new holes :)
Post by: zoidberg on September 07, 2023, 12:54:18 PM
It´s snappy and solid, just like the original. I only did a quick test using parts from a Alox, but it showes that it could be done. It´s light and hard with just a minimum of flex. And since it´s only for the scissors that it is not a tool used with the same force like a blade. It cave me 100% confidence after really putting a lot of force on it, it will not break. To put a 91mm scissors in a 84mm frame this would be a perfect mod instead of cutting the steel and drilling new holes :)
That is awesome. Are you making any more? :ahhh
Post by: GA1dad on September 07, 2023, 10:14:57 PM
Sweet classy mod :tu: :tu: :tu:
I agree,,, very classy!
Post by: TomThumb on September 09, 2023, 12:17:50 AM
It´s snappy and solid, just like the original. I only did a quick test using parts from a Alox, but it showes that it could be done. It´s light and hard with just a minimum of flex. And since it´s only for the scissors that it is not a tool used with the same force like a blade. It cave me 100% confidence after really putting a lot of force on it, it will not break. To put a 91mm scissors in a 84mm frame this would be a perfect mod instead of cutting the steel and drilling new holes :)
Amazing, thank you - will attempt it as soon as I find some 2.5mm G10! Thanks for the inspiration
Post by: BarbaBaba on September 09, 2023, 08:15:49 PM
You are most welcome. One benefit with G-10 is that you can use a 3mm and sand it down to 2,5mm quite easy ;)
Amazing, thank you - will attempt it as soon as I find some 2.5mm G10! Thanks for the inspiration
Post by: Don Pablo on September 11, 2023, 11:42:48 PM
Post by: BarbaBaba on September 21, 2023, 07:15:59 PM
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91mm Spartan with green micarta x-cut with shield. Lambsfoot mod on the pen blade
84mm Sportsman red jute micarta with shield
84mm Vintage Tourist with red canvas micarta
92mm Denim micarta from my old Nudie jeans. Pocket rivet as shield. Single spring with main blade and owl
Post by: MadPlumbarian on September 21, 2023, 07:28:53 PM
JR
Post by: pa_strunk on September 21, 2023, 11:05:59 PM
Post by: BarbaBaba on September 25, 2023, 03:59:18 PM
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I am thinking that I will polish the front, simulating a fluted bolster, if can borrow a blaster-gun I will bead blast the rest
Post by: BarbaBaba on September 25, 2023, 04:01:45 PM
Post by: IMR4198 on September 25, 2023, 04:56:04 PM
:hatsoff:
Post by: BarbaBaba on September 25, 2023, 06:52:02 PM
I think the 84mm full metal is the perfect size. Small enough that the weight will be cut down a little. Can't wait to see the next photos. Your workmanship is always very good. Best wishes. GaryThank you kindly bro! I learn something new with every build and try to have fun along the way :)
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I think I will wait for the first patina to set in before I decide if ai am doing a different finish on it
Post by: Enginears on September 26, 2023, 05:09:27 PM
Does it work to ad movie links?
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I think I will wait for the first patina to set in before I decide if ai am doing a different finish on it
That looks quite distinguished and classy. I am interested in how the patina sets in, so definitely keep us posted. How is the weight? Feel like a pioneer or heavier?
Post by: BarbaBaba on September 27, 2023, 07:58:06 PM
That looks quite distinguished and classy. I am interested in how the patina sets in, so definitely keep us posted. How is the weight? Feel like a pioneer or heavier?My Alox (A-lox) Cadet is 46g and the B-lox Recruit is 76g, a Pioneer wood is somewhere in between so the feeling is solid ;)
I actually gave it a ammonia patina for 4 hours, then polished the sides and inside to a shine. The brushing was a bit to sensitive to marks when it was shiny...
It´s a bit tricky to capture with the mobile camera, but it turned out a bit matte in a brown/green hue. Looks really nice in contrast with the polished sides :)
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Post by: IMR4198 on September 27, 2023, 09:24:50 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on September 28, 2023, 05:49:38 PM
Very distinctive BB. I like how thin it is. Great work. Best wishes. Gary
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Post by: BarbaBaba on September 28, 2023, 08:06:10 PM
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:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Post by: pa_strunk on October 07, 2023, 03:55:35 AM
Post by: TomThumb on October 09, 2023, 11:05:48 PM
Been a while, got in the mood this evening and modded a Spydernox Explorer (minus small blade and awl). Spyderco Dragonfly 2 K390 Wharncliffe blade, Rit dyed older version magnifying glass, 93 mm bottle opener/flathead, fluted corkscrew, and hook with nail file.
Lovely work! Are those the olive micarta scales from Taschenmesser?
Post by: GA1dad on October 10, 2023, 12:28:03 AM
A group photo of the ones I made with home made micarta
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91mm Spartan with green micarta x-cut with shield. Lambsfoot mod on the pen blade
84mm Sportsman red jute micarta with shield
84mm Vintage Tourist with red canvas micarta
92mm Denim micarta from my old Nudie jeans. Pocket rivet as shield. Single spring with main blade and owl
I love all of these. but the pocket rivet over denim is over the top good looking!!!
Post by: pa_strunk on October 10, 2023, 06:09:40 PM
Lovely work! Are those the olive micarta scales from Taschenmesser?
They are black Taschenmesser scales that I repurposed off one of my old mods. My favorite scales.
https://youtube.com/shorts/LFitxcj8nrg?si=-lqOjdY96oVBPd3G
Post by: pfrsantos on October 12, 2023, 01:31:27 PM
They are black Taschenmesser scales that I repurposed off one of my old mods. My favorite scales.Thanks for showing it in action!
https://youtube.com/shorts/LFitxcj8nrg?si=-lqOjdY96oVBPd3G
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: pfrsantos on October 12, 2023, 01:32:52 PM
Thanks for showing it in action!
:cheers: :tu:
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Post by: Helvetica Bold on October 18, 2023, 01:39:26 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on October 18, 2023, 07:34:03 PM
93mm Recruit anyone! Had some spare parts so decided to try this and the small blade from a 91mm sits very well in the 93 frame. Makes a nice little user. Needs a .3mm spacer to take up the slack around the thinner small blade but that’s all.That's not a Recruit anymore (nor a Cadet). I think it's a Private, now...
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Post by: Helvetica Bold on October 18, 2023, 11:01:41 PM
Post by: Gareth on October 19, 2023, 05:12:02 PM
Post by: BarbaBaba on October 24, 2023, 08:24:39 PM
93mm Recruit anyone! Had some spare parts so decided to try this and the small blade from a 91mm sits very well in the 93 frame. Makes a nice little user. Needs a .3mm spacer to take up the slack around the thinner small blade but that’s all.And I guess you need to make the hole in the 91mm penblade bigger, 2,5-3mm? But a cool mod :)
Post by: Enginears on October 25, 2023, 06:24:45 AM
Post by: IMR4198 on October 25, 2023, 05:44:36 PM
:D
Post by: pfrsantos on October 25, 2023, 10:55:04 PM
Never can tell what you will find when you poke around in somethings innards. I hope Matt doesn't want his knife back now. Best wishes. G
:D
I agree...
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Post by: Helvetica Bold on November 06, 2023, 07:57:14 PM
And I guess you need to make the hole in the 91mm penblade bigger, 2,5-3mm? But a cool mod :)
Yes, you are correct of course, forgot to mention that step :0) I use a tungsten carbide bit and it goes through like butter.
Post by: Helvetica Bold on November 06, 2023, 08:35:01 PM
Post by: AzteCypher on November 07, 2023, 05:35:00 AM
91mm small blade also goes into an 84 mm frame easily too. Just need to take a small amount off the front edge of the tang to make its sit down a bit further.
Curios, what's that sitting at the bottom?
Post by: Helvetica Bold on November 07, 2023, 08:44:56 AM
would have if I had some proper ‘crystal clear’ epoxy to set it in! :rofl: :rofl:
Post by: Enginears on November 08, 2023, 03:16:28 AM
Post by: AzteCypher on November 08, 2023, 05:58:38 AM
I thought you had incorporated a pedometer in there or some other digital device. That contrasting blue is pretty neat. I never considered this. I've been wanting to mod some SAKs but all these cool ideas have my head spinning.
I better start small with a scale swap, LOL!
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Looks cool. Back scales scissors is an no interesting one. Are they useable?
Post by: Helvetica Bold on November 08, 2023, 09:24:32 AM
Ah, I see. I like it!
I thought you had incorporated a pedometer in there or some other digital device. That contrasting blue is pretty neat. I never considered this. I've been wanting to mod some SAKs but all these cool ideas have my head spinning.
I better start small with a scale swap, LOL!
Good place to start….but as soon as you take the old scales off you’ll be wanting to drill out the pins that are exposed…just sayin’ :rofl:
Post by: Enginears on November 08, 2023, 11:03:33 PM
Looks cool. Back scales scissors is an no interesting one. Are they useable?
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Post by: Enginears on November 22, 2023, 03:38:58 PM
I ordered some Tachenmesser scales so they may be going on here, not sure yet.
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Post by: magentus on November 25, 2023, 02:44:25 PM
Post by: Enginears on November 25, 2023, 07:16:16 PM
Oooh, that's lovely! I like the re-profiled blades and the finish on the tools
Thanks mag, I have been using an E-blade and a gardener sheepsfoot so much lately it has me convinced it is more useful that the spear pointed so I took the opportunity to re-profile a damaged older blade I had. The finish is my first attempt at metal washing, I’ll probably try to do it with copper next time.
Post by: Fireman on November 26, 2023, 01:46:57 PM
Shout out to FX on youtube https://m.youtube.com/@decoyboat for posting about this mod a while back. I have been carrying the PioneerX - the openers and wanted to make a 91mm version that had a file, scale tools etc.
I ordered some Tachenmesser scales so they may be going on here, not sure yet.
I love it! :drool: Nice job all the way around.
Post by: Enginears on November 29, 2023, 04:55:02 PM
I love it! :drool: Nice job all the way around.
Thank you! :cheers:
Post by: Qubit on December 05, 2023, 08:41:49 PM
I wanted an urban pocket carry for the things I might need that aren't in easy reach wherever I am. I don't need a heavy duty pry tool. Nor do I need a bottle opener or a can opener (I have these in the kitchen where I am likely to be if I need one). I do need a small 2-3mm flat blade, scissors, file. I also really wanted a smaller philips than standard. Didn't want the keyring. Originally the plan was to use the 58mm combo tool but went with the backside philips in the end and filed down the size to closer to a 0/1.
Of course I've never modified a Victorinox before and haven't really got the tools for the job. No bench press drill for example and no dremel either - although I do have a cheap n' cheerful dremel clone - which broke half way through this mod 🤣
Not wanting to let ignorance, lack of knowledge, talent or tools get in the way of getting something done, I obtained an 84mm Sportsman and liberated a set of OK scissors from an old 91mm Climber. Also managed to source some 2.2mm brass rod.
Dismantling went OK. Managed to avoid damaging the brass bushings. Drilling out bushings by hand can be done relatively successfully. I didn't manage to take many photos during as I did it in my spare time and wasn't sure I'd want a photo record of failure!
I found some guides of others who had done something similar (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?topic=42774.0 (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?topic=42774.0)) so thanks to them. I did end up having to sort out some issues that cropped up along the way and may do further adjustments later. I opted to increase the main blade end to fit 2.5mm brass rod (2.2mm on 84mm as std) rather as this was easier in my case, lacking a drill press.
It's not even close to being nicely finished, but it will do, mainly because it's actually going to be used. The last tool mod is to convert the hook into a small precision flat blade screwdriver (~2mm). Will likely get some easy to remove scales at some point to make it easier to replace the scissor spring if necessary. For me best advice I can give anyone wanting to attempt anything similar is plan it out, don't rush and do plenty of offering up as you go (test fit, adjust, re-test etc etc). And it's probably worth getting a drill press and bench grinder plus dremel (don't forget the goggles!) if doing more complicated work. If I did it again I would probably drill the scissors first and then adjust the spring to fit.
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I kept the scissor spring as close to the end as possible and cut a small piece away from the spacer, this way if the spring breaks it can be replaced simply by removing the scales without dismantling the whole thing. However the scissors do close with perhaps just a smidge too much snap so might need to adjust that at some point.
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Overall I'm happy with it. It disappears in the pocket in a way that even the 91mm Compact doesn't.
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Next up is a Yeoman mod. Probably should have started with that 😁🤣
Full list of alterations:
2 layer 84mm with 91mm scissors
Small file adapted to 3mm flat blade (instead of the nail cleaning end)
Removed keyring
Micarta 84mm plus scales (Taschenmesser)
Reduced Philips to fit smaller size screws.
Cutout on liner to allow scissor spring access if needed
Still to do:
Mod hook into precision flat driver (cut out in external liner for access ready).
Post by: AzteCypher on December 05, 2023, 09:51:03 PM
Post by: IMR4198 on December 06, 2023, 02:20:44 PM
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Post by: Annihilator on December 07, 2023, 07:05:33 AM
Post by: Qubit on December 18, 2023, 06:30:07 PM
Post by: TomThumb on January 18, 2024, 11:42:09 PM
I've just done a 2-week roadtrip; here's the knife I made to cover my everyday needs and for on-the-go fixes:
- Started as a Compact
- Swapped the corkscrew for a Phillips
- Added the file / metal saw layer from a Ranger, complete with tiny screwdriver on the reverse
- Custom brass liners (1mm on the outside; 0.8mm on the inner layers)
- Olive micarta plus scales from Taschenmesser
Post by: AzteCypher on January 19, 2024, 12:24:07 AM
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Post by: IMR4198 on January 19, 2024, 12:27:18 AM
Post by: Enginears on January 19, 2024, 05:03:41 AM
Post by: kimchi on January 19, 2024, 07:33:39 AM
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Post by: TomThumb on January 19, 2024, 12:19:45 PM
Post by: lazar on January 19, 2024, 07:54:33 PM
Made from scratch brass scales with toothpick and tweezer slots, Spyderco Ladybug blade, serrated Vic blade, wood saw made from ruler.
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Post by: AzteCypher on January 20, 2024, 06:52:56 AM
Post by: kimchi on January 20, 2024, 11:31:26 AM
Really liking that 58mm lazar. Curious, why the Ladybug over the Honeybee?He said that he didn't want to use something made in China, which must make everyday life challenging
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Post by: lazar on January 20, 2024, 12:47:40 PM
He said that he didn't want to use something made in China, which must make everyday life challenging
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The Ladybug blade is also just plain better, it's made with vg10, while the Honeybee is made from 3cr13. Japanese blade vs Chinese blade...seems like an easy choice, not very challenging at all.
Post by: kimchi on January 20, 2024, 01:09:16 PM
The Ladybug blade is also just plain better, it's made with vg10, while the Honeybee is made from 3cr13. Japanese blade vs Chinese blade...seems like an easy choice, not very challenging at all.No, that makes sense. In your separate thread you didn't mention the steel though, you just said it was because it was Chinese.
"Most of what I've seen people do, is use a Honeybee blade, but they are made in China and I didn't want a chinese blade."
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Post by: lazar on January 20, 2024, 01:34:44 PM
No, that makes sense. In your separate thread you didn't mention the steel though, you just said it was because it was Chinese.
"Most of what I've seen people do, is use a Honeybee blade, but they are made in China and I didn't want a chinese blade."
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Guess it's both, if I can avoid buying something made in China, I will.
Post by: lazar on January 20, 2024, 01:54:32 PM
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Post by: lazar on January 20, 2024, 02:03:57 PM
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Post by: AzteCypher on January 21, 2024, 08:43:14 AM
The Ladybug blade is also just plain better, it's made with vg10, while the Honeybee is made from 3cr13. Japanese blade vs Chinese blade...seems like an easy choice, not very challenging at all.
It never occurred to me to even consider the metallurgy of the blade. Learn something new every day.
Question, does anyone use the small blade from the 91mm in the 58mm instead of going with a Honeybee or a Ladybug? It looks like it would fit.
Post by: Enginears on January 21, 2024, 03:01:47 PM
It never occurred to me to even consider the metallurgy of the blade. Learn something new every day.
Question, does anyone use the small blade from the 91mm in the 58mm instead of going with a Honeybee or a Ladybug? It looks like it would fit.
The 91mm awl has been done, I don’t remember seeing the small blade but that would be cool.
Post by: IMR4198 on January 21, 2024, 03:33:45 PM
:)
Post by: lazar on January 21, 2024, 03:51:01 PM
It never occurred to me to even consider the metallurgy of the blade. Learn something new every day.
Question, does anyone use the small blade from the 91mm in the 58mm instead of going with a Honeybee or a Ladybug? It looks like it would fit.
Interesting thought. I bet It could work with some grinding and drilling. Might have to drill a pivot into the Stainless Steel, would need a carbide bit. Would have to worry about thickness too. When I come across a spare small blade from a 91mm l, I'll take a look.
Post by: lazar on January 21, 2024, 03:53:01 PM
Right off the bat, I would say that the shank on any 91mm is too deep to fit in a 58mm frame. A quick and dirty measure of a Spartan I have close is 12.4mm. A classic frame runs only about 14mm. No way to get a blade and spring in there without thinning things down radically. Wouldn't be much left once you finished that. Best wishes. G
:)
Treat it just like a Spyderco blade, drill a new pivot hole, would need to be in the steel though, carbide bit would have to be used. Most of the blade would stick out like a Spyderco blade.
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on January 22, 2024, 09:11:18 AM
Pic below: Blue Pliers Battle...
Post by: AzteCypher on January 22, 2024, 03:35:29 PM
Post by: lazar on January 24, 2024, 01:11:53 AM
Awesome mods - I've neglected this thread for too long.
Pic below: Blue Pliers Battle...
Love that blue!
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on January 24, 2024, 09:22:30 AM
Post by: Enginears on January 25, 2024, 08:52:07 PM
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Post by: lazar on January 26, 2024, 01:01:35 AM
Nothing too ground breaking. I took my old Pioneer and a previous mod and added a bail. Electrician X.
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I'm really liking those darkened tools with the black scales. How did you darken them?
Post by: Enginears on January 26, 2024, 01:07:18 AM
I'm really liking those darkened tools with the black scales. How did you darken them?
I paint around the pivot with nail polish and dip them in warm Ferric Chloride for a few minutes. It has been a kick I have been on for my last few mods. I really like patinas and carbon steel, so this kind of has that effect a bit.
Post by: pa_strunk on January 26, 2024, 06:06:43 AM
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Post by: kimchi on January 26, 2024, 03:56:55 PM
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Post by: Aloha on January 26, 2024, 09:25:41 PM
My other Spydernox Mini Champ build with an older Spyderco Ladybug blade. 7 layers, regular Vic blade, serrated a Vic blade too, wood saw made from a nail file. Modified the scale to accept shortened tweezer and toothpick.
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Post by: lazar on January 26, 2024, 10:35:30 PM
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Post by: AzteCypher on January 27, 2024, 12:39:00 AM
Looking forward to this destruction.
I mean... "mod".
Post by: pa_strunk on January 27, 2024, 04:58:20 AM
:like:n
Looking forward to this destruction.
I mean... "mod".
This day and age "destruction" is an inappropriate term, we have to say "repurposing" (with or without lethal intent) :whistle:
Post by: AzteCypher on January 27, 2024, 07:58:24 AM
Post by: pa_strunk on February 04, 2024, 06:03:32 AM
Post by: AzteCypher on February 04, 2024, 07:08:19 AM
Post by: lazar on February 04, 2024, 07:15:45 PM
Haven’t done anything in a while and got a cheap Wenger Monarch off eBay a few days ago. Blade tip was jacked along with bottle opener was bent. So I dropped it layer getting rid of fish scaler entirely. Like the clip blades so I replaced jacked up blade and nail file. Also removed dog leg can opener and put in new opening layer. The whole reason I wanted this SAK was for the old school scissors. Nobody messes with Wenger anymore, but I like them. [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ]
Very nice, I'm a sucker for SAK in black.
Post by: Aloha on February 05, 2024, 04:17:06 PM
Post by: Enginears on February 05, 2024, 11:06:43 PM
Post by: pa_strunk on February 06, 2024, 04:27:05 AM
Yeah that is a sweet looking mod Matthew. Do you know if those old Wenger scissors can go into a Vic 84mm frame like the later Wenger ones?
Yep, I think they would go in easy since they fit the same back spring. Big risk is really the spring on the scissors. Hard to find the old style springs. This one is in fantastic shape.
Post by: Blunt Object on February 14, 2024, 08:07:23 PM
I want my SAK in Alox, as sleek as possible, with only the tools I need. I haven't used the openers in years. There are better drivers in every EDC tool that I carry, I also have a pry bar that can take my body weight, we have virtually outphased bottle caps, and tins come with opening tabs. So off with that whole layer. Knife, awl, scissors, saw - they all perform a task that the other tools don't. Nothing is redundant. It's remarkably light, and as a three layer item with saw, it is a whole millimetre thinner than the Pioneer X (which also has a near perfect tool set).
So it's a Farmer X without openers. What should I call it? Something agricultural. I'm thinking maybe the Peasant X. Or Serf X? Kulak X? Settler X? Homesteader X?
For my next attempt, I'm gonna need a set of quality bits for drilling into metal. As you might guess, I made a mess of the scale with the Vic Cross. I may sacrifice a Solo to fix it. I may also play around with the layers, maybe turn the saw around, there seems to be more clearance on the other side.
Post by: Blunt Object on February 14, 2024, 08:21:51 PM
At least you can tell it's slimmer than Pioneer X.
Post by: lazar on February 14, 2024, 08:26:01 PM
My first try at this, it's nothing spectacular but at least it turned out ok.
I want my SAK in Alox, as sleek as possible, with only the tools I need. I haven't used the openers in years. There are better drivers in every EDC tool that I carry, I also have a pry bar that can take my body weight, we have virtually outphased bottle caps, and tins come with opening tabs. So off with that whole layer. Knife, awl, scissors, saw - they all perform a task that the other tools don't. Nothing is redundant. It's remarkably light, and as a three layer item with saw, it is a whole millimetre thinner than the Pioneer X (which also has a near perfect tool set).
So it's a Farmer X without openers. What should I call it? Something agricultural. I'm thinking maybe the Peasant X. Or Serf X? Kulak X? Settler X? Homesteader X?
For my next attempt, I'm gonna need a set of quality bits for drilling into metal. As you might guess, I made a mess of the scale with the Vic Cross. I may sacrifice a Solo to fix it. I may also play around with the layers, maybe turn the saw around, there seems to be more clearance on the other side.
Nice! I like it, maybe call it the Rancher X
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 14, 2024, 08:28:00 PM
JR
Post by: willfcc on February 14, 2024, 08:41:24 PM
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Post by: AzteCypher on February 15, 2024, 06:04:39 AM
Post by: Aloha on February 15, 2024, 04:42:18 PM
Post by: Blunt Object on February 15, 2024, 05:47:35 PM
Post by: pa_strunk on March 03, 2024, 04:20:18 PM
Post by: AzteCypher on March 04, 2024, 01:05:49 AM
Post by: pa_strunk on March 05, 2024, 04:10:55 AM
Post by: lazar on March 05, 2024, 08:42:42 PM
Decided to do another Wenger mod yesterday. Wanted to incorporate their brushed stainless steel scales with clip point blades. Heavy little compact SAK,.
Nice! Really like those clip point blades!
Post by: Antti Lammi on March 06, 2024, 11:59:12 AM
I have also shortened bit my awl so now its bit stronger and sharper. It may not look shsrp but it is.
Mods are bit rough but both do their jobs and orginal purpose still stays. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240306/7c4b49ef2cf7bc1ab5a0fa637c3699ff.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240306/13702cbacc9f28b3efcda62a689b08ca.jpg)
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Post by: pfrsantos on March 06, 2024, 02:23:33 PM
Nice! Really like those clip point blades!+1
Love the final result.
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: Enginears on March 11, 2024, 04:44:22 PM
I did small mods on my Pioneer X, i filed blade edge to inside can opener to act as hook like package opener also bit improved phillips part so it goes bit deeper.
I have also shortened bit my awl so now its bit stronger and sharper. It may not look shsrp but it is.
Mods are bit rough but both do their jobs and orginal purpose still stays. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240306/7c4b49ef2cf7bc1ab5a0fa637c3699ff.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240306/13702cbacc9f28b3efcda62a689b08ca.jpg)
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Looks good Antti, I have done similar to one of my can openers, but more of a hook shape, pretty useful.
Post by: Antti Lammi on March 11, 2024, 04:49:06 PM
Looks good Antti, I have done similar to one of my can openers, but more of a hook shape, pretty useful.I first thinked that hook type but decided to make straight blade since i noticed its more useful for me.
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Post by: Enginears on March 11, 2024, 04:52:03 PM
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Post by: Antti Lammi on March 11, 2024, 05:12:27 PM
Lately I have been wanting to make mods that seem out of place and time. The fishing tool mod was one, wooden scales, bail, limited tools. On a similar thing I have had this one in my notebook for a while, but hadn’t quite figured out if it would be alox or not, or a 100mm. This one is the “buzzsaw gardener” :D like a buzzsaw trapper only a Vic gardener. Thicker handle, no back tools, just saw and blade. I wanted to go brass liner but got too impatient to wait for the material.Nice mod
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Post by: Qubit on March 12, 2024, 04:36:33 PM
Cheers!
Post by: Enginears on March 12, 2024, 08:40:22 PM
That said, I once bought a waiter that has the two tools rubbing more than I like and it was stock from the factory. Never did figure a specific culprit.
Post by: Tinker88 on March 28, 2024, 04:02:45 AM
Post by: Enginears on March 28, 2024, 04:46:49 AM
First post. The community inspires! Could not find anything online about making a SAK scale tool nail file to fit in the slots. I am making one from a 58 mm sak copy. Removed the file (x design on one side and the 2 thin lines on the other). It’s cut and filed to fit. It needs the nail pull still. Thinking about a mold with jb weld that can be filed to shape. I would love your thoughts and ideas. My photo seemed too large to post.
Hey Tinker, welcome. Yes the community here is great and in this thread alone is a tome of great mods going back years. I have not made a file to fit in the slot as you describe, but I did a file scale tool once and to make the nail pull I used a piece of a scale super glued to the end of the file. This may be quicker and easier than the JB weld, although that sounds like it would work too. If you go back through my post attachments there are some pics of the scale file I made.
Post by: Enginears on April 05, 2024, 07:03:47 PM
Post by: pa_strunk on April 17, 2024, 04:21:30 AM
Post by: AzteCypher on April 17, 2024, 05:20:16 AM
:cheers: