8 inch DOUBLE EDGE overall knife kit, 3.5 inch blade. Although this blade is a “double edge” the top edge is a false edge (not sharpened). Some states do not allow two edges to be sharpened. This top edge can be sharpened if you so choose. Made from 440c stainless steel. The blade comes sharpened and polished to a high shine finish, but can have a better edge put on it once the knife is made. This blade it very sturdy and holds up to a lot of abuse! 440c steel is easy to sharpen, and slow to dull. The blade has two pilot holes to guide you where to place the pins. These will need to be drilled out to the correct size pins. Normally we will ship 1/8 inch pins in this kit, but check to make sure. The kit includes the blade, the wood scale indicated (2 pieces of wood, the correct size for the blade handle), the correct size and number of pins (brass or nickel), and detailed step by step instructions. We also have several videos posted online to help visualize what the process is. This is a simple project that can be a starter knife for beginners. You will need something to cut the handle material (scales), a drill for the rivets (Pins), a clamp or two, and sandpaper. We also recommend a five minute epoxy to attach the handle to the blade. The photo is of a comparable kit. We are a small business located in Springville Utah, made up of family members. We strive to provide the best quality knife making materials and knife kits possible, from the experienced knife maker to the first time beginner. Often we are asked if a teenager or inexperienced knife maker can accomplish making a knife. Our answer is always YES! We started off as brothers putting together a knife kit together one weekend. We loved it so much that we turned it into a business. It is an awesome simple project for all ages. We have over 25 wood types we keep on hand, along with making resins, stabilized woods, wood micarta, laser engraved woods, fractal burned scales, bone, horn, and more!
B**A
Not Double Edged
I just received this kit and have not yet built it. The most obvious flaw is the lie that this is 'double edged'. The back edge is flat, not sharp. I suppose I could put it on a grinder and make it sharp - to the detriment of whatever quality the steel has. This is an unforgivable flaw.Thankfully, my sample is not stamped 'Pakistan' on the blade, but does have a sticker on the handle indicating that origin. I know that Pakistan has a world-wide reputation for fine steel (not.) Fortunately, after I build this thing it won't be an embarrassment.Why can the holes for the pins not be pre-drilled to fit the pins? I guess it's the same reason you have to put an egg in the cake mix - makes you feel like you're really cooking.On the up side, all the pieces were in the box and the quality of the wood appears good. Nonetheless, I don't think I'll be buying from the Payne bros. again. Don't like being lied to.
S**H
Easy First-time knife making
Nice easy project - if you have the right tools! I thought it came out fantastic and am ready to try something more complex. Instructions were clear and you really only need to add expiry.
C**A
Gorgeous knife and rare wood .
Beautiful gift given.they were happy.
S**Y
Five Stars
great
P**S
This is a nice looking little knife
This is a nice looking little knife. The blade is etched "Pakistan" which renders it useless for my purpose- but if you don't mind that I'm sure it would be a great project.
R**N
A lot of fun and a good knife.
It was a lot of fun making this. I highly recommend watching the YouTube video before you start. Just search for Payne bro knives.
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