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autologus:
Keep it coming, I am on pins and needles.  I love posts like this, I learn so much from all the master craftsmen on here.

Grady

KHalverson:
thanks guys!
hopefully this weekend there will be more work done and posted.
Kevin

nlester:
Just saw your post KH.  You've helped inspire my next project!!  Thank you

KHalverson:
here we have the pin holes and lightening holes layed out and drilled.
for this I like to use the cordless drill because it has less rpm and there is less of a chance to overheat the steel and work harden it.



next we will start sanding out the blade.
I like to start with 80 grit and work to 120  the hardest part of this is getting sanded into the plunge lines.
I like to use a hickory slat with an angle ground on one end.




now im itching to test the edge.
I add a paracord handle and sharpen the edge to shaving .


now I baton the knife into a scrap 2x4 until I am satisfied I have abused it enough.

I now inspect the cutting edge looking for chips and rolls using my thumb nail.
the edge felt great with no damage.
and still shaving sharp.



now we will proceed to finish the sanding of the blade .
I will probably go to 320 wet.

Peacebow_Coos:
Thanks so much for doing this build along, this is awesome I'll be trying my hand now  :)

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