I really love watching this channel, your probably the most creative craftsman on UA-cam! Always something new, different, and creative. Great job as always!
what a work of art! I've been thinking of making my own scales just because there is so little variety out there for the pre-made stuff. That, or specially made scales are expensive. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and technique.
Very cool video! I tried this method, but noticed that the silicone doesn't cure properly in the areas that are in contact with the modelers clay. I made the scales and let the clay dry, but when I poured the silicone, the areas in contact with the clay never really cured. Did you have similar issues?
Looks awesome, I've seen alot of scales made from some form of resin and I think they look better than wood since so many looks can be achieved. What is the yellow paper that you used called and if it is paper doesn't it fall apart when it gets wet? Thx
@@DIYeasycrafts A good filet knife is worth it’s weight in gold. I have one that was my dad’s and it is great but too short. I’m thinking about trying to make one.
I do not have a pressure pot. This resin is very thin and has a long cure time. That allows any bubbles to rise to surface before it starts to harden. Bottom line it gets me good results without the use of a pressure pot
great work as always, just a quick question; I've been making some epoxy handles too and i noticed you also have the little white spots, is this just the micro bubbles that is left in the epoxy? I don't use a pressure pot and i'm thinking i need to invest in one to eliminate all the tiny bubbles that are left, just don't like the white spots that are left... especially in darker coloured scales.
Wow, thats great 🤘❤️🔥🤘
Brilliant
Thank you!!
It would be really helpful if you wrapped the blade in painters tape, for working on the handle. Safety & blade protection from accidental scratches
I really love watching this channel, your probably the most creative craftsman on UA-cam! Always something new, different, and creative. Great job as always!
Thank you so much!! Really appreciate that
You did an awesome job making those scale molds and creating this handle - this knife is amazing!
Thank you really love your Thick Set resin. So easy to work with!!
inspired to make some fish scale scales now!
what a work of art! I've been thinking of making my own scales just because there is so little variety out there for the pre-made stuff. That, or specially made scales are expensive. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and technique.
You should! Cheers!
Very cool video! I tried this method, but noticed that the silicone doesn't cure properly in the areas that are in contact with the modelers clay. I made the scales and let the clay dry, but when I poured the silicone, the areas in contact with the clay never really cured. Did you have similar issues?
Not at all. Maybe try another brand
Would love to see a fish scale sheath for this one.
Great Job!!!!!! are there any molds -round that you can just place the knife in ?
Man! I’ve learned a lot from your videos.
Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave feedback. Always nice to know someone is enjoying the videos!
Looks awesome, I've seen alot of scales made from some form of resin and I think they look better than wood since so many looks can be achieved. What is the yellow paper that you used called and if it is paper doesn't it fall apart when it gets wet? Thx
Thank you. The yellow liners are from USA Knifemaker. Really nice to work with and no they will not fall apart if wet.
Thank you, what are the lines called
@@texascrossbowdude636 I think they just have them listed as liners. They come in a variety of colors and thickness
I use g10 for my liners and they perform excellent
That’s an awesome fillet knife! Is the blade nice and flexible?
Its only my second fillet knife. Very flexible! now just have to catch a fish worth eating
@@DIYeasycrafts A good filet knife is worth it’s weight in gold. I have one that was my dad’s and it is great but too short. I’m thinking about trying to make one.
That is a really cool look! What an innovative idea! Very cool!
Where did you get your scale mold?
online from woodcraft
Do you sell just the epoxy handles?
Sorry but I dont. Just to much work
Why did you chose this resin instead of alumilite
I do not have a pressure pot. This resin is very thin and has a long cure time. That allows any bubbles to rise to surface before it starts to harden. Bottom line it gets me good results without the use of a pressure pot
@@DIYeasycrafts thanks for your reply. That makes sense. They are theoretically pretty dangerous too.
Can you use the total boat epoxy to glue up the blade with the different layers of the handle?
No I would use a good quality 2 part epoxy like West Systems G Flex. You can get it on amazon
Very clever and well explained, what a great idea Thank you.
Thank you !!!
Very cool!
great work as always, just a quick question; I've been making some epoxy handles too and i noticed you also have the little white spots, is this just the micro bubbles that is left in the epoxy? I don't use a pressure pot and i'm thinking i need to invest in one to eliminate all the tiny bubbles that are left, just don't like the white spots that are left... especially in darker coloured scales.
Yes Im going to do the same thing and upgrade to a pressure pot.
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