Aluminium handle on hand-made knife.

[doubleh]

On 4/27/2023 at 1:30 PM, SUP said:

Yes. I agree. I like the idea of a leather wrap too, Tugadude. 

About the soft veg tanned leathers, I am not yet familiar with the different types. I have only come across the milled leather scraps from Tandy.  This is a chance to learn about them. I think I will call Springfield leather and discus it with them.

I am looking up Plasti-dip as well. It would be the perfect solution. Seeing different Aluminium articles and the way they corrode and stain, I will at least not have to worry about that. Thank you Tugadude.

I would do the plasti-dip. It's quick, easy to grip, and easily redone if dinged.

Edited April 28, 2023 by doubleh

[SUP]

I will have to reshape it to get a more comfortable hold. So maybe the wood first and then the Plasti-dip? 

Yes AlZilla. I would appreciate the grip blanks. I will send you my address separately. 

[SUP]

ALthough I like a wooden handle and do not want to cover it with anything.  

Edited April 28, 2023 by SUP

[bladegrinder]

Are you near Bainbridge?

[SUP]

Afraid not. That is 4 1/2 hours away.

Edited April 29, 2023 by SUP

[dikman]

That is very generous of AlZilla. The grips may not be quite long enough but a couple of bits of contrasting wood to fill in the gaps should work. First glue the grips on then file them down to suit. Easy. Cocobolo is pretty resistant to water but waxing the handle should be all you'll need.

[SUP]

It truly is!  I will do that. I am delighted that I will be doing something with wood too. Always wanted to work with my hands and never go a chance until now. You can, I hope, teach an old dog new tricks! 

Edited April 29, 2023 by SUP

[chuck123wapati]

looks like you got a plan!!!! That aluminum is pretty easy to work down with a file also so you can shape it to suit yourself.

[TomE]

That's a long handle.  I prefer that a round knife fits in the palm of my hand so I can push against the end of the handle.  Also might be nice to taper the end attached to the blade for skiving.

[SUP]

I am noting down all the advice. Thank you everyone!