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Help ... :)
Well, I posted this already in the newbies section, but then I thought it might be better to post it here, so here goes... I'm currently attempting to make my very first knife.It's just about ready for heat treating, the metal is 0-1, I've profiled, and cut my bevels, the edge is down to 1/16th of an inch(approximatly), and hand rubbed to 600 grit. I would really like to find a local maker willing to give me a tour of thier shop so i can see what it's all about or at least some one local willing to do a heat treat for me. I'm hoping maybe someone would be willing to help me with this, show me how it is done? I would be willing to pay a reasonable price for the heat treating... I'm in Sour Lake, Texas, about 20 miles outside of Beaumont. Thanks in advance, Ben |
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Ben, Give Gene a call. He does his own heat treating. We're in Fort Worth. (817) 451-8243 |
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Thanks Ma'am, I'll surely give him a ring if i ever get off work at a decent hour. When would be a good time to call? thanks, Ben |
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We have a weird schedule too. Weekends are usually the best. You can reach Gene in the evenings or mornings. He's usually in the shop from about 10 - 6 most days. I know that probably doesn't really help... Or let me know when would be a good time for him to call you. |
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Well Ma'am, thanks for all the help. I've gotten in contact with some local knife makers and such, and think I have just about got this puppy whooped But I'm sure i'll be back for the next crisis : 0 thanks again Ben |
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Any time I can help Ben. |
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a fella by the name of keith blalock may still be makin' knives and is suppose to over in that area. |
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I'm south of Houston about 50 miles... Lake Jackson. You are welcome anytime you're in the area. Check my website for my contact info. |
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