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#17
Plain File-Folder Blade
This was my first, and still popular, primitive folder blade. The cutting
edge is 2 ¼ inches long. The blade was forged from a file, twisted at the
end of the tang where it widens. I learned from a customer that it helps to
put a thin washer on each side of the pin when peening the blade in. That
way the file teeth don’t cut the handle material. I may re-do all my folder
blades with a built-in washer when I get time. D2 steel, Rockwell 58-59. |
$45.00
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#18
Large Primitive Folder
This blade is for making a “Penny Knife” or friction folder, or primitive
folder. The cutting edge is almost 3 inches long. Basically, to make it into
a knife, you saw, or route a slot in an antler, or piece of wood, put the
blade in, mark and drill the pin hole (Use 1/8 inch drill bit and rod for
the pin) then carve out the back of the knife so the blade tang lays flat
when it’s open. (For more instructions check our How-to link.) The rest of
the handle shape is up to you, whether it’s a graceful curve, or whimsical
carving. Peen the pin on both sides and test the blade continuously to be
sure you don’t get it too tight. The blade should be hard to open if you do
it right, but don’t make a fixed blade out of it. If it loosens up with use,
just peen it again. D2 steel at Rockwell 58-59. |
$45.00
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#19
File-Worked Folder
This small blade makes a good primitive folder for the
possibilities bag. Blade length is 2 ¼ inches. Follow the same instructions
as for the large folder. This blade is more unique in that the back has been
filed in a decorative pattern. The blades are usually shipped with a black
tempering patina and the edge and back are finely ground to show contrast.
D2 steel at Rockwell 58-59.
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