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  1. Kevin Cross

    Feather Fighter!

    No wonder you are getting a lot of requests for that knife....its beautiful! Another great HHH production.
  2. Kevin Cross

    Out of this world!!!

    This sounds like a very cool project Randy. I look forward to seeing you turn that chunk of space rock into something beautiful. Kevin
  3. Kevin Cross

    Can Cedar Be Stabilized?

    I have had K&G stabilize quite a bit of white cedar and have been very pleased with the results.
  4. Kevin Cross

    mini mill question

    I am in the process of researching this myself. From what I have been able to tell, all of the mini mills are made in the same factory in China. The biggest problem seems to be their plastic drive gears which are prone to breakage although there is a belt drive conversion available. Check...
  5. Kevin Cross

    Video Review of the 2011 Knifemakers Guild Show

    Wow Mike, Nice video. I almost feel like I was there. Now to go find my reservation form for next year! Kevin
  6. Kevin Cross

    Need help naming a new damascus pattern.. This could be fun!!

    Periods of calm broken up by moments of terror, just like law enforcement. I suggest "Moment of Terror." Kevin
  7. Kevin Cross

    Bolster hole drilling problem...

    Try this: Glue one bolster in place on the blade with just a drop of cyanoacrylate. Use the blade as a template and drill your first hole. Put a small piece of pin material in the hole to help hold in place and repeat for the second hole, then pin and repeat for the third hole. Remove the...
  8. Kevin Cross

    Looking for a photographer

    Hey Cal, if he was the official photographer for thr A.G.Russell show, why not contact them tomorrow when they open and ask if they still have contact infor for him.
  9. Kevin Cross

    Newbie- Belt grinder issues.

    You could try googling the craftsman tool model and see if there is something online about how to adjust the belt tension
  10. Kevin Cross

    Three one the way to Blade

    Here are three that I will have on my table 10DD
  11. Kevin Cross

    A David Broadwell Chef's Knife

    Now there's a thing of great beauty!
  12. Kevin Cross

    Knife Show Mystic,Conn - Mystic Hilton 4/30-5/1

    Me? Serious talent? I nominate Bill T for blind knife judge of the year!!!!. Really, thanks Bill. It was great to see you and everyone else. Kevin
  13. Kevin Cross

    Makers - what do you want to achieve in 2011?

    Rebuild the shop but I still can't decide whether to keep it in the basement or put it out in its own building. For knives, I want to work on sharper bevel lines and more detailed custom handles.
  14. Kevin Cross

    Knife Makers, What Handle Materials do you use most?...and why?

    1. Wood--spalted or burl. The more figure the better. 2. I love working with mammoth and walrus ivory but fing most people dont use it , just for collectors. 3. I shop around but I do have a couple of favorites. 4. Quaility and uniqueness. 5. $25--50. most of my current blades are...
  15. Kevin Cross

    Wasssup???

    Welcome back IG. Listen to the doc and heal fast. Then make up some relish and weld that scar from the inside!
  16. Kevin Cross

    Mammoth Ivory Scales?

    Check with Charles Turnage. I am pretty sure he made a "How to" CD for working with mammoth ivory and mammoth tooth.
  17. Kevin Cross

    We have lost one of the great names in knives. R.I.P. Bob Loveless

    Bob Loveless has passed I saw it on another forum that Bob Loveless died today at 11:30. Knifemaking has truly lost one of the greatest. At 10:00 pm tonight, EST everyone is invited to grab a glass and raise a toast to Bob.
  18. Kevin Cross

    I think its for forging but I forget what it is.

    From what I see, I believe that is a cobbler's anvil.
  19. Kevin Cross

    Will not be around

    Good luck IG. Better take hot sauce with you to the hospital.
  20. Kevin Cross

    "Hand Rubbed" - how do YOU do it?

    Since you don't have a lot of machinery, do as much as you can before HT and it will save you time. Here is what I typically do: 1. Machine sand to 400 before HT 2. After HT back on the grinder starting at 120-240-400 3. Hand sand 220-320-400-600-1000-1200 I use the Mobil One for a...
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