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15 :bug-red 's in 10 different steels
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TkoK83Spy wrote:
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I like. I have the Ladybug version. Haven't had it long enough for any patina to form. Would love that Dragonfly.
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z1r wrote:
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TkoK83Spy wrote:
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I like. I have the Ladybug version. Haven't had it long enough for any patina to form. Would love that Dragonfly.
Thanks! That was very easily done. Vinegar soaked paper towel for about 3 hours. That patina line does look a little darker in that photo than it actually is right now though, still looks good though! I've used it around the warehouse and home here and there and it hasn't messed with it too badly from when it was forced on.
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Very nice!
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Not the best photo, but here's a variety -- some easy to darken; others very difficult.
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--Z-wear PM
--CPM-M4
--D2
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Solo shots of the Z-carta Shaman... As most know, Z-wear PM is far more difficult to force a patina than these others.
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and one more of my dark green RIT-dyed Native V (BladeHQ M4/mint-green FRN)
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Looks really cool Dan!
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JSumm wrote:
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Looks really cool Dan!
Thank you much . I have a few touch ups I have noticed I will work on tomorrow. I did notice light plays tricks with the Patina where it looks bare but actually covered . My wife thought I had gone crazy until I finished , then said oooh pretty . So with her seal of approval I posted ! ;) Dan
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ImageI did a few touch ups this morning. Amazing how light changes the appearance and hues . Dan
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I love the look Dan!
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bearrowland wrote:
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I love the look Dan!
Thank you , I’m the new guy on the block when it comes to patina . I really owe it to everyone here , it has been a fun learning experience . Dan
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@Manixguy@1994 --- Dan, how are your liners? I have been on the fence as to getting a K390 Stretch 2. While the blade & ergos are great, the rather roughly-finished liners I have seen present a corrosion point (esp. under them) that has thus far kept me from pulling the trigger.
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warriorsociologist wrote:
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@Manixguy@1994 --- Dan, how are your liners? I have been on the fence as to getting a K390 Stretch 2. While the blade & ergos are great, the rather roughly-finished liners I have seen present a corrosion point (esp. under them) that has thus far kept me from pulling the trigger.
To be honest this knife has not been taken apart. I taped off scales before application. I did use flashlight and could see no issues . Jeff has a K390 Endura and taking apart found no issues. I have only had this knife less than a month so I may not be best person to give you an appropriate answer . Have you done a search? There might be some information on this subject or maybe ask in General. A lot of members have K390 . Dan
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Manixguy@1994 wrote:
Mon Apr 18, 2022 1:58 pm
warriorsociologist wrote:
Sun Apr 17, 2022 7:27 pm
@Manixguy@1994 --- Dan, how are your liners? I have been on the fence as to getting a K390 Stretch 2. While the blade & ergos are great, the rather roughly-finished liners I have seen present a corrosion point (esp. under them) that has thus far kept me from pulling the trigger.
To be honest this knife has not been taken apart. I taped off scales before application. I did use flashlight and could see no issues . Jeff has a K390 Endura and taking apart found no issues. I have only had this knife less than a month so I may not be best person to give you an appropriate answer . Have you done a search? There might be some information on this subject or maybe ask in General. A lot of members have K390 . Dan
Yes I'm familiar with the search function -- I've been on the forum for a while. I was asking about your experience (every user is a new data point). Experiences with liners seem to vary -- esp. between those coming from the factory with a higher polish vs. those with a more brushed finish. The SS material used seems to vary as well. I was previously unaware that you didn't take your knife apart (I always disassemble mine when I force a patina/acid etch), but thanks for sharing.
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