Filework on EDC Knife Blades – A Mix of Art and Function

by Gary Greer | Feb 11, 2019 | What's on the bench

Always like adding a little filework to my EDCs – why not make a knife classy as well as...

Palm Skinner Hunting Knife Finished and Ready to Go!

by Gary Greer | Feb 3, 2019 | What's on the bench

Well, here she is – Lignum Vitae Palm Skinner, W23. Great little compact skinning knife.  Beautiful green, brown and amber tones in the wood – turned out really...

Hunting Knife Handle Made From Lignum Vitae

by Gary Greer | Jan 29, 2019 | What's on the bench

  Ever hear of Lignum Vitae? Interesting material – one of the top 10 hardest woods in the world. Very durable for outdoor use due to its density and natural oils. Thought I’d try it out on this little palm...

Grinding a Bevel on the EDC Knife Blanks

by Gary Greer | Jan 24, 2019 | What's on the bench

Need to grind a blade bevel on these EDC knife blanks before the filework gets done. Some guys eyeball it, but I like the using this homemade jig – gives me an equal plunge line on both sides of the...

Palm Skinning Knife

by Gary Greer | Jan 20, 2019 | What's on the bench

Had a bit of extra time in between working on the EDCs to start making this little palm skinning...

Choosing a Wood for the EDC Knife Handles

by Gary Greer | Jan 19, 2019 | What's on the bench

Which wood to use for these EDC knife handles?  Always tough to choose! Flame Maple and Burled Elm are popular with everyone (also two of my favorites) so will go with these. But, to keep it interesting…. I infused some color into the wood so each is a variation...