MudBugWill Report post Posted January 21, 2016 I love the design and concept of the knife, but I felt it was majorly lacking in two crucial departments. The blade steel was entirely too soft, and the ergonomics with the hard edges were obviously not made for a human hand. I have made up a batch of O1 High Carbon Steel blades with a hardness of RC62 (the optimal hardness for O1 as far as toughness and edge holding goes). I have cut out a bifold and a few watch straps so far, and the difference is astounding. The O1 takes a much keener edge and wont roll over, forming a bur at steep bevel angles like the stock one. While I was at the grinder, I took the brass scabbard and re-profiled it. I took out all of the corners and rounded them into smooth transitions. These changes resulted in a whole new rig that kicks ass now. If anyone is interested in a blade, hit me up. They are the bee's knees. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MonicaJacobson Report post Posted January 21, 2016 Sweet! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dbusarow Report post Posted January 21, 2016 If anyone is interested in a blade, hit me up. They are the bee's knees. Hi MudBugWill, I'm interested in one of those blades. How much are you charging? Thanks, Dan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Art Report post Posted January 21, 2016 Replace the set screws with socketed ones to eliminate the sharp edges. Art Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MudBugWill Report post Posted January 21, 2016 Hi MudBugWill, I'm interested in one of those blades. How much are you charging? Thanks, Dan $27.50 I sell them through my etsy: https://www.etsy.com/listing/264882237/high-carbon-o1-steel-blanchard?ref=shop_home_active_1 Thanks, Will Replace the set screws with socketed ones to eliminate the sharp edges. Art Great idea, thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
