Recent content by Gossman Knives

I have to agree the Dremel buffing wheels don't really do much. I'd also say go with wet/dry sandpaper. You might try wetting the paper with a lubricant like WD-40. If you want the final finish satin, use scotchbrite pads. Scott

I epoxy one scale at a time. Rough shape it around the tang with a sanding drum on a Dremel tool. Drill the tang holes and attach the other side. Repeat the second side as i did the first. With wood scales, I peen the pins with a ball peen hammer on an anvil. Then grind them off while shaping...

Thanks. Red, yes convex grind. Not as convexed as you would think. I grind on a rotary platen that has a rubber belt behind the grinding belt. it's more of a flatter convex grind then doing it on a straight slack belt attachment. The edge is convexed. Scott

Here's a Nessmuk I just recently finished. I normally make them with O1 but as requested, this one is D2, 1/8" thick full convex grind/edge with elk scales. Scott

Thanks for the welcome. Yes tomtom, it does stink but in the US deep pockets always win out. Sad but true. Nothing will stop me from pursuing my love of knifemaking. Scott

As mentioned already, the best I've ever used is vaseline soaked cotton balls. Scott

Just wanted to say hello. I'm a custom maker in the US and used to go by the handle of Razorback Knives. Due to a conflict of interest, i'm doing business as Gossman Knives. I enjoy spending time outdoors when I can practicing wilderness survival skills, firemaking, woodcraft and playing with...