TKGFC1
Exclusive to Texas Knifemakers Guild members!
Find out how you can join TKG and compete in the next TKG / Jantz Build-Off.
Starting with hi carbon flat stock, competitors focus on design and execution using forging methods.
Makers will be judged on multiple factors including blade design, grinding, polishing, creativity, fit and finish, and overall form and functionality for the blades intended purpose.
Download a complete set of rules here.
Competitors are strictly limited to the materials in the kit with the exception of epoxy, wood oils, dyes or wax, and necessary materials for working (abrasives, files, etc).
1. Choose Your Steel: 80CrV2 or 52100 in 1/4 x 2 x 6
2. Choose Your Handle Material: Wood Scales are approx 3/8 x 1.5 x 5 (set of 2) and Micarta is 3/8 x 1.5 x 10.
3. Choose Your Components Alloy: Brass or Stainless. Components include 1/8 x 12 roundstock and 4 round spacers measuring 1/32 x 1-1/4
4. Choose Your Challenge Option: Gemstone or Axis Horn. A random remnant piece of gemstone or axis horn will be included. Pieces are remnants and of various shapes, colors, and sizes.
5. Included: A piece of Black G10 Liner of undetermined thickness is included.