FalconFN Posted June 18, 2015 Report Share Posted June 18, 2015 I have a big chunk of walnut that was originally going to be a stock but unfortunately it has a large split down the middle. I want to cut some knife scales from it (to replace the wood on a new folder) but as it is a fairly plain piece with very straight grain I thought cross cutting it may give a nicer effect. Is cross cutting something that is done or will it give a weaker handle? I know it will be very porous but the grain will show up much better. I have some oak kicking around too but I want something slightly better - any other tips appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malkiserow Posted June 18, 2015 Report Share Posted June 18, 2015 It is a bit soft for a knife handle so will dent easily. I'd find something better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconFN Posted June 18, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2015 This is the difference between the cuts after they've been wetted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconFN Posted June 18, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2015 It is a bit soft for a knife handle so will dent easily. I'd find something better. I have another knife with walnut scales, but nicer grain, and that holds up quite well, but you're probably right, it's not an ideal wood. I like the look of desert ironwood or a burl of some sort but they are a bit pricey for a £7 Chinese blade! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malkiserow Posted June 18, 2015 Report Share Posted June 18, 2015 Defo bin those and find something nicer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconFN Posted June 18, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2015 will do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconFN Posted June 19, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2015 I had a rummage in the shed and found another piece of the walnut I used for an earlier knife. So I kinda, sorta listened to the advise. An hour or two in the shed and I have a nice matching pair of knives. I've changed the Chinese lock knife (with belt clip and dyed wood scales) to a UK legal non locking folder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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