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I'm a knife maker. I've been making knives since 2016 and lately I've been getting into making slip joint folding knives. I have made one lock back knife but I really like making slip joint folders. I'm interested in some vintage rag mikarta for knife handles
 

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Welcome from Virginia. Show us some of your work. We love pictures here!
 

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David, Welcome from South Texas! Tony
 

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Welcome! There are some very talented knife makers here. I look forward to seeing some of your work
 

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Howdy David, welcome to the club....
 

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Welcome from California! What types of wood are you used to using on your knives? Chuck
 

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Welcome West Tennessee. Vintage rag mikarta is very unique. Can't wait to see what you do with it.
 

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Thanks so much for all of the kind words. My favorite wood that I've used for knife handles is Mesquite burl. To my eyes it doesn't get any prettier. I've also used other wood like ebony and walnut. I'll post some photos soon
 

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Welcome David. Like your choice of "favorite"; one of the members has some knife scales for sale right now. do a search and it should pop right up. Enjoy!!!! Can't wait to see pictures.
 

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Welcome!! I follow some youtubers that make knives. I figured once I got better at woodworking I’d try it out. Happy holidays!
 

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For some reason I am unable to send David a Pm. Anyone know why?

Welcome to the forum, David!
 
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