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Originally Posted by Jacknola
Apparently RMK has recycled the term "ivorite" to reference different materials at different times. I think "ivorite" was originally a moniker for "Delrin." I've seen several wonderful examples of Rick's work on line recently that mostly were on a parchment colored material that is probably what you describe. It looks great, I didn't know this could be done on Micarta. This picture was posted on another site, but I think it is the material you are referring to.
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Jack,
IMO the majority of Rick's scrim has been done on Westinghouse paper Micarta (AKA "Old Yeller"). It starts out as plain white and then yellows as a function of being exposed to light. Hang it on a wall for a decade or so and the contrast between the two sides is readily apparent. It has "grain" like wood which is enhanced as the material yellows. Here are photos of a few that I've owned:
This belt buckle is Rick's first attempt to use color in his scrim. It has a "test pattern" on the back. I bought a knife from a gentleman in Australia and he threw in the belt buckle at no charge!
Best,
Ron