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Russell McClenning
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Grinders
Started this discussion. Last reply by Ed Caffrey May 30, 2011. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Looking for your thoughts on whats the best grinder and the best set ups and if the no weld grinder plans are being used by anyone thanks RUSS
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Ed Caffrey replied to Russell McClenning's discussion Grinders" Most individuals try to start out with "getting by" on a grinder that they feel will work, but for the least amount of money. From experience, mine as well as many others, here's how it normally goes:
A person will…"
Adlai Stein replied to Russell McClenning's discussion Grinders"The KMG from Beaumont is top notch and based on the he no weld grinder plans.
The best bang for your buck is the Grizzly Knife sander from Grizzly tools. You can't get a 2X72 grinder cheaper. It also isa greta grinder."
Russell McClenning joined David Villiard's group
Scrimshaw on knives
Showcasing scrimshaw art on knives. also welcoming discussion on scrimshaw tools and techniques.
Russell McClenning joined Nick Hansen's group
Carbon Steel Group
This group if dedicated for the knife users/collectors that prefer Carbon Steel to the newer "Super Steels" and Stainless Steels that are used more and more these days-CV, 1095, or any other.See More
Handmade Blades replied to Russell McClenning's discussion Grinders"I won't even talk about the first grinder I started with. It was more like a little sander , makes me have pain in my hands just thinking about it LOL. Now I am very proud to say that I have 1 Bader BM III 2hp variable speed grinder. Very nice…"
Russell McClenning joined Scott King's group
National Knife Collector Association- Local Chapter
The local chapter of the National Knife Collectors Association. Our little place to discuss the needs of knife collectors and for feedback and ideas for this important knife organization.
David Lamb replied to Russell McClenning's discussion Grinders"I'm in the same place you are.
I learned how to make knives and grind (using a pair of Baders) while in the Air Force.
I am now back home in Texas and finally own a house.
After doing a bunch of searching and it seems that no-weld…"
Keith A. Howell replied to Russell McClenning's discussion Grinders"Russ,
I am still in the process of redoing my workshop and haven't set up my grinder yet. I have all of my parts and just need to assemble them. I got mine from Jamie at Polar Bear Forge after…"
Russell McClenning joined Paul J Granger's group
File_Work_Artists
We want to show examples of decorative file work and answer questions as well as lead viewers to tutorials.
Russell McClenning joined SERE's group
Al Mar Collectors
For those who admire the Old School knives designed and developed by Alfred Clark Mar.For those who collect and/or use AMK knives in general.Exchange knowledge etc.See More
"Hi Russ, very nice to meet you. I read your post in forum about grinders and wondered if you saw the post in Knifemaking Q&A where there is a discussion occurring on grinders. Perhaps you could join that one as there are some pictures too that…"
Profile Information
- Are you a member of any knife club now?
- No
- Do you currently subscribe to any knife publication (offline)
- Yes
- How long have you collected knives?
- 3- 5 years
- Favorite Kind of Knives
- fixed blade and skinners
- About Me
- am involved in making knives
- Interests
- knife making and collecting knives
Comment Wall (9 comments)
- At 22:12 on October 24, 2011,
stephen tungate said… 
- At 17:50 on October 24, 2011,
Jan Carter said…
- Happy Birthday
- At 16:29 on April 3, 2011,
Andrew Perkins said… - Welcome aboard, Russell!
- At 18:37 on January 14, 2011,
Steve"Hog"Hanner said…
- Hi Russ, very nice to meet you. I read your post in forum about grinders and wondered if you saw the post in Knifemaking Q&A where there is a discussion occurring on grinders. Perhaps you could join that one as there are some pictures too that maybe you'd be interested in.
- At 16:37 on December 28, 2010,
Scott King said… Hey Russell
Thanks for joining our knife community (and loading up your pic!). We like to get to know our fellow members and share in their favorite knives. When you have time upload some of your favorite and if they're ones you made that is fine by us too.
Welcome!
Scott
- At 8:38 on December 28, 2010,
Gary Kennedy said… - Welcome to IKC
- At 23:01 on December 27, 2010,
J.J. Smith III said… Russell,
Folks around here just call me JJ.
Be sure to take some time to check out everything at iKC.
It's a great place to hang your hat.
- At 20:58 on December 27, 2010,
Cesar Salazar said… - Welcome to iKC Russell!!!
- At 15:30 on December 27, 2010, J.J. Smith III said…
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